A Summer Theater Camp 90 Minutes from New York City!

Welcome to Ghostlight Theater Camp!

The ghostlight is one of the oldest theatrical traditions. When the cast, crew, and audience have all left, the ghostlight stands center stage, shining into the darkness of the theater to keep it energized before the next show, keeping the spirit of the theater alive.

The ghostlight reminds us that though our work on stage and at camp may be ephemeral, the power of what we do shines year-round, on stage and off.

At Ghostlight Theater Camp, as a summer camp for kids and teens, our core values are joy, creativity, gratitude, and community. We offer high-caliber theater training, design, and performance opportunities in the beautiful Hudson Valley of New York. With a summer at Ghostlight Theater Camp, you can be more than just part of a show; you can become part of a lifetime community of friends.

Why Choose Ghostlight?

  • Campers create the most exciting and highest-caliber theater with professionals from around the world.

  • Campers have a thrilling, fun-filled summer of growth, artistic exploration, and the joy of creating theater.

  • Campers make lifelong friendships that support them beyond the gates of camp.

  • Campers return home more confident, independent, and self-expressive.

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What Families Are Saying
About Ghostlight Theater Camp

  • Group of nine young women smiling, wearing matching dark blue t-shirts for a theater camp, some with glasses and braided hair, standing outside a wooden structure.

    "I can’t say enough good things about Ghostlight. My daughter just finished her first summer camp experience there and grew tremendously as a performer, person, and member of this community. Ghostlight does an exceptional job focusing on each individual camper’s individual growth while also teaching each camper the importance of community. The final festival day performances were phenomenal. I can’t believe we have to wait 49 weeks for her to experience this again next summer. For anyone on the fence, just do it!"

    Meredith
    Maine

  • A young boy with curly brown hair, wearing a blue sleeveless shirt and plaid pants, sitting in a hammock while holding a black guitar with skull artwork, outdoors near rocks and greenery.

    "My 12 year old son just had his first sleep away camp experience at Ghostlight and let me tell you, whatever formula they are using WORKS. When they talk about building community in their mission statement -- that is 100% what they do. From the moment I dropped my son off I felt that he was in good and caring hands. When we came back 3 weeks later we joined a group of campers and staff who didn't just accept but truly celebrated each and every other person at Ghostlight."

    Abbie
    Massachussetts

  • A young woman with curly blonde hair smiling and holding a microphone on stage.

    "This is a truly magical camp and it is my daughter's true happy place! The shows they produce are beyond incredible and they really make an effort to feature every child in their productions. The setting is gorgeous and the community of staff, campers and management is warm and thoughtful. The directors work hard to create an environment that is supportive, inclusive and fun. My daughter has made great friends for life and I am so thankful that we found Ghostlight!"

    Jennifer
    Florida

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