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Welcome to Camp

We are excited to welcome you to Summer Scholars On Stage at Mississippi State University. Over the next few weeks, students will collaborate to write, design, rehearse, and perform an original musical production.

Families, this page includes everything you need to prepare for camp—required forms, important dates, check-in details, and contact information. Please review each section carefully and complete all required items prior to arrival.

Forms Required Prior to Camp

All required forms must be completed before check-in.

What to Expect

Summer Scholars On Stage is a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative residential camp experience. Students should come ready to work hard, try new things, make new friends, and be part of a supportive community.

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  • Students will spend their days in classes, rehearsals, workshops, and creative collaboration.
  • Writers will help develop the script, characters, dialogue, and lyrics for the original show.
  • Technical theatre students will explore backstage production, design, and theatre technology.
  • Production students will participate in rehearsals, music, movement, and performance preparation.
  • All students should be prepared for a busy schedule, teamwork, and an exciting final production experience.

Student Schedule

A full student schedule will be posted here closer to camp and will include daily activities, rehearsal times, workshops, special events, and other important details.

Schedule coming soon.

Important Dates

Camp Tracks

  • Writers’ Camp: June 7–13, 2026
  • Technical Theatre Track: June 7–27, 2026
  • Production Camp: June 13–27, 2026

Important Reminders

  • Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
  • Full Tuition Deadline: June 1, 2026
  • Refund Withdrawal Deadline: May 15, 2026

Check-In & Parents Meeting

Writers’ Camp and Technical Theatre Track

  • Date: June 7, 2026
  • Time: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  • Location: Cresswell Hall
  • Parents Meeting: June 7 at 4:00 p.m. in the Cresswell Hall Lobby

Production Track

  • Date: June 13, 2026
  • Time: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  • Location: Cresswell Hall
  • Parents Meeting: June 13 at 4:00 p.m. in the Cresswell Hall Lobby

Pick-Up / Check-Out

  • Date: June 27, 2026
  • Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
  • Location: Cresswell Hall

Production Dates / Time

  • Friday, June 26, 2026: 7:00 p.m. – McComas Hall
  • Saturday, June 27, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – McComas Hall

Need Help Before Camp?

Questions about camp preparation, forms, housing, check-in, or student logistics? Please contact us. We are happy to help.

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