LEAP DAY CAMP INFORMATION:
REGISTER FOR LEAP DAY SUMMER CAMP HERE
Course Description: This course will teach students musical theatre skills as they learn the musical Leap Day. All costs including scripts, scores, costumes, props, etc. are included in the registration fee. The course will culminate in a fully staged performance of the musical Leap Day before a live audience on the final day of camp.
Musical Synopsis: Leap Day is inspired by the short story “The Days of the Week” by Hans Christian Andersen. Every Leap Day, the Days of the Week have a day off and celebrate with a huge party at the House of Father Time. However, this Leap Day, nothing goes as planned. The Days feel overworked, demanding an 8th day be added to the week. Tuesday and Friday’s friendship is not what it used to be. And Mother Nature makes a surprising appearance which puts everyone on edge (synopsis from www.bbbpress.com).
Who: This camp is for participants ages 10 years and up (as of July 13, 2026). No prior musical theatre experience is required.
When: July 13-17, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Drop-off between 9:45 and 10:00 a.m.; pick-up at 2:00 p.m.) Note that given the nature of the course, course participants must be available to attend ALL camp dates and the final performance.
Where: Swamp Donkey Theatre, 16 White Avenue, Bragg Creek
What to Bring: Students should bring a pencil, highlighter, water bottle, lunch, and indoor shoes to camp. Students should wear clothing that allows them to move and dance comfortably. Please note that outdoor shoes are not permitted in the theatre or on the stage.
What’s Included: All professional instruction, scripts, scores, costumes, props, and sets are included in the camp registration fee.
Final Presentation: The course will end with a final performance of the musical Leap Day before a live audience of family, friends, and other audience members. The performance will take place on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.at the Swamp Donkey Theatre. Tickets for the performance will be available for purchase online for $5 here.
Requisite Forms: Participants must complete the requisite youth forms in order to participate in the camp. Students are NOT permitted to participate until ALL forms are submitted.
The electronic forms can be found on our website here: Forms and Waivers – Swamp Donkey Musical Theatre Society (swampdonkeytheatre.ca). Parents/guardians need to complete the following forms for youth participants:
- Code of Conduct: Minors
- General Waiver Form: Minors
- Image and Name Consent: Minors
- Medical and Emergency Contact Information: Minors