The Lincoln Theatre in Columbus is a restored performing-arts and education center and a landmark in African-American and jazz history. Its Patternz Summer Camp offers six one-week day camps for children ages 6 to 13, running Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm between mid-June and early August, with pre-care from 7 to 8:30am and post-care from 4:30 to 6pm. Campers begin each day with affirmations and rotate through dance, theatre, music and visual-arts workshops led by graduates of the theatre's Expand Your Horizon artist incubation program, then perform for families at the end of each week.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Lincoln Theatre directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Miguel HernandezThe Lincoln Theatre believes in supporting local, international, and known artists and their dreams. When an artist or a group perform, it feels like you are performing with the artist. Their Songs At The Center feels like you are being serenaded, the Backstage At The Lincoln provides and intimate interview and performance with local and known artists, and their Wine Down Wednesdays are perfect for an intimate midweek outdoor event with live entertainment. This historical theatre and landmark embodies Columbus’ culture not only up close and personal, but they help reach for the beyond. Beautifully designed, beautiful stage, and comfortable seating. Convenient parking areas that are walking distance from the theatre. The directors and staff are amazing individuals. Prices are always decent.
★★★★★Vernita FrancisOh my goodness the Journey of Barriers… was absolutely amazing… job well done… so much so maybe an anchor…. I’m 72 was born in KY.. but learned so much… Maybe a good show for all of the teachers and administrators.. Again thank you so much you always do an excellent job..
★★★★★Rich CampoamorFantastic venue for music performances and more. Excellent acoustics and not a bad seat in the house.
★★★Kevin WamplerThe theater looks old. The concession stand was not much to speak of. It was probably closer to a lemonade stand then it was a concessions stand. Seats were comfortable enough. It just felt kinda grummy. Overall I would give them a 69%
★★★★★Michael SponslerBeautiful old theater in an up and coming neighborhood. I found free street parking in the next block from the theatre. I was in the second row of the loge, which was a great seat, but every seat appeared to be good. The acoustics for the Drowsy Lads was excellent. I'll go here again.