Join us for GPA Mini Performing Arts Camp – exclusively for kids entering grades 1–3!

Do you know a child looking to grow in their performance abilities? We are thrilled to present a camp experience for kids entering grades 1–3! This 3-day half-day camp will allow your child to grow in acting, singing, and dancing and also participate in morning worship, small groups, and fun game breaks.

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IMPORTANT DATES

CAMP DAYS | Tuesday, May 27 – Thursday, May 29, 9:00 am–12:00 pm

FAMILY PRESENTATION | Thursday, May 29, 12:00–12:15 pm

LOCATION: Gateway Southlake Campus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Mini Camp Registration fee is $85

• Families are invited to see a glimpse of what campers worked on in a classroom family presentation. The family presentation will immediately follow the final camp rotation

• A morning snack will be provided each day. Mini Camp will not have a break for lunch. 

• Space is limited and is expected to fill quickly.

• Cost of registration will not be refunded if canceled after May 13, 2025.

• For questions, email performingarts@gatewaypeople.com.

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Gpa Kids PErFORMIng ARTS camp

Join Gateway Performing Arts for our camp production intensive for kids entering grades 4–6.

Campers will enjoy all the fun of a typical camp along with a full thirty-minute production experience including costuming, makeup, and lights! Through this 6-day journey, campers will spend time in worship, small groups, and breakout sessions (including games, costume crafts, and more!). All the while, they will develop new skills as they rehearse and present Annie KIDS.

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IMPORTANT DATES

VIDEO AUDITIONS | Audition videos for leading, supporting, and featured roles due Wednesday, June 4 at 11:59 pm

REQUIRED DANCE AUDITION | All campers will be assigned a 30 minute time slot on Saturday, June 21, 12:00-1:30pm to review and perform a dance combination in groups

CALLBACKS | Saturday, June 21, 12:00-3:30pm; Exact callback schedule by character TBD

PRE-CAMP REHEARSALS | Monday–Tuesday, June 30– July 1, 9:00am–3:00pm; Exact rehearsal schedule by character TBD

CAMP DAYS | Monday–Thursday, July 7–10, 9:00am–3:00pm, Friday, July 11, 9:00am–7:00pm, and Saturday, July 12, 11:00am–2:30 pm*

PERFORMANCES | Friday, July 11 at 6:00pm, Saturday, July 12 at 1:00pm*

• *Campers will be double-cast, performing in either the Friday night OR Saturday afternoon show. Casting will determine which performance campers are assigned to, and in turn the camper's exact pick up time on Friday (4:30 or 7:00pm), and if needed, attendance on Saturday.

• Submitting an audition video is optional. Auditions are for role placement purposes only. Audition materials and instructions will be provided in the registration confirmation email. Those who submit audition videos may be invited to attend callbacks. Not every child who submits a video will receive a specific character callback, and not every child who is called back for a specific role will be cast in that role. Every camper has a guaranteed spot in the cast of Annie KIDS.

• The dance audition is a requirement for all campers. Campers must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the dance audition and callbacks. 

• Pre-camp rehearsals will be treated like a rehearsal schedule with call times and release times varying by the show content being covered and the characters needed for that content. Exact call times for these rehearsals will be made available at the time of casting. Not all characters may be needed at pre-camp rehearsals.

• Camp performances are Friday, July 11 at 6pm and Saturday, July 12 at 1pm. Tickets will be available for purchase for $10. 

Locations

Dance Auditions | The Block DFW
1040 Mustang Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051
Callbacks | The Block DFW
Lead Rehearsals | The King’s University | 2121 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake TX, 76092
Camp Week | The King’s University
Performances | The King’s University

Swag

Camp registration includes:

• A Camp t-shirt 

• A downloadable, professionally recorded video of their performance

• A bound script to keep after their performance

• Snacks provided each day and a Chick-fil-A meal provided Friday night or Saturday morning

• Two FREE tickets to the Annie KIDS performance of your choice

• A week of new friends and FUN growing in their gifts and talents while learning more about how to be a performer through the lens of scripture

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Kids Camp Registration fee is $250

• Campers will provide their own show costume, show shoes, and modesty wear underneath those costumes.

• All campers will bring their own sack-lunch for camp. Snacks each day and a Chick-fil-a meal before the camper’s assigned performance will be provided.

• Parents of campers are encouraged to join the private Facebook group for camp updates and resources. Further information will be provided in the registration confirmation email. 

• Space is limited and is expected to fill quickly.

• A deposit of $100 is due at the time of registration. Final balance must be paid in full by June 4, 2025. Cost of registration will not be refunded if canceled after June 4, 2025. 

• For questions, email performingarts@gatewaypeople.com.

Register now! Space is limited.

Gpa YOUTh PErFORMIng ARTS camp

Join Gateway Performing Arts for our annual summer camp production intensive!

Students entering 7th grade–graduating 2025 seniors will enjoy a 6-day performing arts intensive where they will grow as artists and present an hour long production! Campers will create community in rehearsals and breakout sessions (including costuming, audition dance prep, social media marketing for theater, and more!). They will also be encouraged through worship and dedicated small group time. The week will conclude with 3 performances of Newsies JR! Those cast as leading and select supporting roles will attend an additional 3-day rehearsal session to prepare their roles.

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IMPORTANT DATES

ROLE PLACEMENT AUDITIONS | 1 hour & 15 minute audition slot either Tuesday, May 6 between 4:15pm-8:30pm, May 9 between 2:30pm–9:00pm or Saturday, May 10 between 9:00am–3:00pm

ROLE PLACEMENT CALLBACKS | Saturday, May 17, 10:00am–3:00pm; Exact schedule by character TBD

PRE-CAMP REHEARSALS | Monday–Wednesday, June 2–4, 9:00am–4:00pm; Exact rehearsal schedule by character TBD

CAMP DAYS | Monday–Thursday, June 9-12, 9:00am–5:00pm, Friday, June 13, 9:00am-8:00pm and Saturday, June 14, 9:00am–8:00pm

PERFORMANCES | Friday, June 13 at 6:30pm and Saturday, June 14 at 10:30am, 1:30pm & 6:30pm*

WATCH PARTY | TBD

*Campers will be double-cast, performing in two of the four performances. Casting will determine which performance campers are assigned to.
All campers are guaranteed a spot in the Newsies Jr. cast. Auditions are for role placement purposes only, but are a requirement for all campers. Audition materials and instructions will be provided in the registration confirmation email. Callbacks will be by invitation only, with call times varying by role. Exact call times for pre-camp rehearsals will be made available at the time of casting. Not all characters will be needed at pre-camp rehearsals.

Camp performances are Friday, June 13 at 6:30pm and Saturday, June 14 at 10:30am, 1:30pm, and 6:30pm. Tickets will be available for purchase for $15.

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Locations

Auditions | The Kings University - 2121 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
Callbacks | The Kings University
Lead Rehearsals | The Kings University
Camp Week | Fort Worth Christian School - 6200 Holiday Ln, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Performance Days | Fort Worth Christian School
Watch Party | TBD

Swag

Camp registration includes:

• A Camp t-shirt 

• A downloadable, professionally recorded video of their performance

• A bound script to keep after their performance

• Costume or accessory rental for the performance

• Snacks provided each day, a Chick-Fil-a dinner provided Friday night, and a pizza dinner provided Saturday night

• Two FREE tickets to the Newsies JR. performance of your choice

• An invitation to our first-ever camp watch party

• A week of new friends and FUN growing in their gifts and talents while learning more about how to be a performer through the lens of scripture

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Students Camp Registration fee is $285

• All campers will bring their own sack-lunch for camp. Snacks each day and dinner on Friday and Saturday will be provided. Campers will provide their show shoes and specific clothing items as a base layer to their performance costumes. 

• Parents of campers are encouraged to join the private Facebook group for camp updates and resources. Further information will be provided in the registration confirmation email. 

• Graduating seniors who have turned 18 by June 9, 2025 must complete a background check prior to camp

• Space is limited and is expected to fill quickly.

• A deposit of $100 is due at the time of registration. Final balance must be paid in full by May 9, 2025. Cost of registration will not be refunded if canceled after May 9, 2025. 

• For questions, email performingarts@gatewaypeople.com.

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GPA CAMp shadow Experience

Being a Camp Shadow is a special and rewarding experience (for teens ages 13 – 18) to grow in their theatrical talents, leadership abilities, and ministry while serving campers alongside the adult camp staff and fellow teen shadows. Potential Camp Shadows are invited to apply for our GPA Mini Camp or GPA Kids Camp.

In addition to leadership experience and mentorship by GPA leadership, Camp Shadows receive exclusive leader merch, early registration for GPA Youth Camp, an invitation to the Camp Celebration Dinner, and the opportunity to create lasting friendships with fellow teen shadows.

Gateway Performing Arts is happy to sign off for community service hours.

APPLICATIONS for our 2025 camps ARE NOw CLOSED.

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