TADA! Youth Theater runs week-long musical theater day camps in which campers co-create an original mini-musical from an assigned show title - writing, rehearsing, and performing it in five days, with a Friday debut performance for family and friends. Days run 9:00am-3:30pm with aftercare to 5:15pm, in two age bands (5-7 and 8-12), across sessions from mid-June through early September at the theater's Manhattan home at 15 West 28th Street. TADA! is a Drama Desk award-winning nonprofit that also produces original musicals; it states no child is turned away for inability to pay and financial assistance is available.
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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 TADA! Youth Theater directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Eddie MAs a parent, I cannot recommend TADA Youth Theater highly enough. This exceptional program has a resident youth ensemble that not only teaches kids the fundamentals of musical theater but also instills vital life skills such as responsibility, respect, and teamwork. What sets TADA apart is their unwavering commitment to high standards. Despite being a youth program, they ensure that each child is given the opportunity to explore their passion for performing in a professional and nurturing environment. The staff at TADA are incredibly caring and dedicated, providing a fun, safe, and welcoming space where children can thrive. I have personally witnessed the transformative impact of TADA’s resident youth ensemble on my own children. Their self-confidence and presence have blossomed, and their public speaking skills have improved remarkably. Moreover, they have had the incredible opportunity to perform in professional-level productions, an experience that has been both rewarding and inspiring. TADA Youth Theater is not just a place for children to learn about theater; it’s a supportive community that helps them on their journey of self-discovery. I am deeply grateful for the positive influence TADA has had on my children, and I wholeheartedly endorse this wonderful program for any child with a love for performing arts.
★★★★Sadia JI visited TADA! Youth Theater on Saturday, June 22nd 2024 for The Moth's Education Grand SLAM program. Had an incredible evening with our seven young storytellers with a packed in-house. The location is small and good for small events, and conveniently located in the vicinity of 'R' and 'Q' trains (28th Street Subway Stop). They have really clean restrooms (all gender). There's also multiple food options to explore nearby once you finish your program at TADA! and I also noticed lots of tourists.
★★★★★Angie CExcellent theater for family shows! I have been here several times. The shows I have seen are typically for children or include child actors. I enjoyed myself every time and so did my children, ages 8 and 15.
★★★★★Danielle Ben DavidAnne Being Frank was absolutely fabulous. The lead and solo actress carried the heavy weight of the well known path of Anne Frank with a youthfulness and depth of character normally expected of a full cast and ensemble but not always achieved on stage. The character(s) she portrays across the woven timeline of the show transport the audience and make the experience hauntingly relatable. Go see it while you can!
★★★★★Peter ShankmanDaughter had a great time learning a new play every week and performing it at the end of the week. Great way to fill up the summer days between sleep away camp ending and school beginning.