The Young Actors Conservatory of Ensemble Theatre Company (ETC) at the New Vic offers summer theatre programs for ages 5-22 taught by professional artists. Options include Performance Playground (ages 5-8), Camp DramaRama (ages 9-13, roughly two weeks, Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, ending in a public performance) and teen Acting and Musical Theatre Intensives (ages 14-22). Held at the New Vic in downtown Santa Barbara.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp DramaRama10:00am – 3:00pmRegister → | Jun 29 – Jul 11, 2026 | 9–13 | $800 | Past season |
| The Acting Intensive (audition required)10:00am – 3:00pm | Jul 20 – Jul 25, 2026 | 14–17 | See camp website → | Past season |
| The Musical Theatre Intensive (audition required)10:00am – 3:00pm | Jul 27 – Aug 1, 2026 | 14–17 | See camp website → | Past season |
Availability shown as of Aug 7, 2026.
The practical details
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 The New Vic / Ensemble Theatre Company directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Linda ParkerFirst time going to this venue , a live 🎵 featuring Janis Joplin tribute. 👌 Excellent. Superb lead singer and backups were too. Nice theater. Highly recommend 🙂
★★★★★Michael CornellAn amazing production in an warm comfortable and stylish setting. Broadway quality with a hometown feel.
★★★★★Meredith BraceSome friends and I saw the Jane Austin Abridged performance last night and were blown away by the presentation. I encourage all in town who appreciate good theatre to attend. I was only familiar with Austin's Pride and Prejudice, but the way her other works were presented in an abridged form last night got me excited to read more! Thank you ETC, always a great show.
★★★★★Sylvia GarciaThe musicians were enchanting!! Also, the staff members at the theater were welcoming and kind. I'd love to go again.
★★★★★Sheryl GreenwaldThe candlelight concert was absolutely amazing. The musicians were so very talented and it was a great evening. Beautiful theater as well.