What ages does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp accept?

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp is open to children ages 7–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp cost?

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp publishes $350/week for the standard session. USD. Estimated pricing. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp?

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp provide lunch?

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

▌ Arts · Ages 7–14

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp

Puppet Showplace Theater · $350/week

Puppet Showplace Theater offers day camps in Brookline, MA, where children learn puppetry skills, create their own puppets, and perform original shows.

▌ Editor's read The Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their vacation and summer programs. The Puppet Showplace Theater is a non-profit organization, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, founded by Mary Churchill. They offer day camps for various age groups, typically 6-12 years old, focusing on puppet creation, storytelling, and performance. While not ACA accredited, the organization has a strong reputation, evidenced by a 4.9-star rating from 135 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the engaging and creative experience for children. The website mentions that staff are professional puppeteers and educators, but specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies are not explicitly stated. Social media handles for Instagram (@puppetshowplace) and Facebook (PuppetShowplace) are easily found.

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Since 197650+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 7–14

Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 1976 (50 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Arts
Ages: 7–14
Address: 32 Station St, Brookline, MA 02445, USA
Cost notes: USD. Estimated pricing.

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp

What ages does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp accept?: Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp is open to children ages 7–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp cost?: Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp publishes $350/week for the standard session. USD. Estimated pricing. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp?: Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp provide lunch?: Puppet Showplace Theater Puppetry Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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