Summer Conservatory · Now Enrolling

Make real theatre
this summer.

Engaging theatre intensives for ages 12–18, taught by theatre industry professionals.

Register for Summer 2026 About the Program
Ages 12–18
Dates Jun 29 – Aug 13
From $450 / week

Students smiling and posing together at a Firebird Youth Theater summer camp About FIREBIRD SUMMER CONSERVATORY

Since 2013, our national award-winning youth theater has been a creative home for young performing artists to explore their talents and discover what they're capable of.

Middle and high school students participate in week-long summer camps - a mixed performing arts curriculum covering acting, improv, playwriting, devising, clowning, and Shakespeare studies. Whether your student is an experienced performer or a complete beginner, every week is taught by working theatre professionals in a small-group setting.

At a Glance

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Ages: 12–18

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Dates: Jun 29 – Aug 13

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Schedule: Mon-Thu, 10am-3pm

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Location: Cre8ive Studios, 134 West 29th St, 2nd Floor, NYC

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Showcase: Every week ends with a student showcase on Thursday afternoon.

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Flexible Registration: Enroll in 1, 4, or all 7 weeks — mix and match

June 29 — August 13, 2026

The Schedule

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01

Jun 29 — Jul 2

Crafting a Clown Character

Leo Lion

02

Jul 6 — 9

Shakespeare Studio: Twelfth Night

Leo Lion

03

Jul 13 — 16

Devising from Myth & Folklore

Leo Lion

04

Jul 20 — 23

Roleplaying Games for the Stage

Leo Lion

Enrollment Closed

05

Jul 27 — 30

Improv: The Macroscene

Leo Lion

06

Aug 3 — 6

Shakespeare Studio: Hamlet

Zoe Senese-Grossberg

07

Aug 10 — 13

Actor's Toolbox

Zoe Senese-Grossberg

All weeks: Mon—Thu — 10am—3pm — 134 West 29th St, 2nd Floor, NYC

Tuition

Pricing

$450

Single Week

Per week. Choose any session or sessions that fit your student's summer. Mix and match freely.

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$1,700

4-Week Bundle

Choose any four weeks across the summer. Saves $100 off single-week rate.

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$2,950

Full Summer

All 7 weeks. The complete Firebird conservatory experience. Saves $200.

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Early registration is encouraged — spots are limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can enroll? +
Summer Conservatory is open to students ages 12—18. All experience levels are welcome — no prior theatre training is needed.
Can my student attend just one week? +
Yes. Enrollment is flexible — students can attend one week, a few, or all seven. Each week is its own complete, standalone workshop.
What does a typical day look like? +
Sessions run Monday through Thursday, 10am—3pm, with a midday lunch break. The week culminates in a student showcase on Thursday afternoon, open to families.
What should students bring each day? +
Comfortable clothing you can move in, a water bottle, and something to write with. Students should also bring lunch or money for lunch — there are several options within a short walk.
What happens during lunch? +
There is a midday lunch break. Students may leave the building during this time with a signed parental waiver on file.
What is the refund and cancellation policy? +
Cancellations made 14 or more days before your registered week are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations within 14 days, please contact youth@firebird.nyc — we'll work with you. No-shows are non-refundable.
Is financial assistance available? +
While we don't want tuition to be a barrier for any family, we are a small indie organization, so our scholarship options are limited.
Contact youth@firebird.nyc to discuss pricing assistance options.
Your Faculty

Who You'll Train With

Leo Lion

Leo Lion

Weeks 1–5

Theatremaker and game designer who founded Firebird at age 13. Directs and teaches improv, playwriting, and Shakespeare. 6x National Youth Theater Award winner for Direction of a Play.

Zoe Senese-Grossberg

Zoe Senese-Grossberg

Weeks 6–7

Nationally ranked playwright and professional director with Firebird since 2017. Directs and teaches acting, playwriting, and Shakespeare. MFA candidate at University of Iowa Playwriting.

“I made so many friends, and I was able to do so much that I never thought I’d be able to do. It’s what taught me how to act!”

Sasha · Firebird Alumn

Sasha, Firebird alumn

Testimonials

“Since working with Firebird my confidence on and offstage has improved greatly.”

David · Firebird Alumn

“At Firebird, my voice mattered!”

Max · Firebird Alumn

“NOT your regular high school performance… I daresay that the Bard would be impressed.”

Audience · Romeo + Juliet, 2017

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Summer 2026

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