We are so proud to offer our long-standing signature theatre education program, Camp ENCORE! 

Each year, we welcome Seacoast youth to Prescott Park, set along the beautiful Piscataqua River in downtown Portsmouth.

Founded in 1998, Camp ENCORE! is a multi-session youth theater camp that serves over 335 campers ages 6–17, offering a fun and supportive environment where young people build confidence, develop teamwork skills, and experience the magic of theatre. This program is about getting to know oneself and building confidence through the love of musical theater. Every session culminates in fully staged public performances on PPAF’s Wilcox Main Stage.

Our goal is for every camper to feel included, valued, and inspired. In addition to rehearsing their show, campers explore the art of theatre through games, improvisation, and hands-on learning. Masterclasses led by local artists introduce both onstage and backstage elements of the performing arts, with opportunities to participate in technical theatre as well as performance.

Camp ENCORE! features include:

• The opportunity to participate in a fully staged musical, both onstage and behind the scenes. In addition, campers will participate in community outreach experiences during the session.

  

• End of session performances on the Wilcox Main Stage.
• Camp ENCORE! encourages teamwork while building self-esteem.
• Camp ENCORE! hosts a staff of professional teachers and artists with extensive experience.
• Afternoons at Camp ENCORE! provide unique opportunities, specialized focused workshops, community outreach experiences, and more!
• Campers receive hours of learning, rehearsing, and fun!
• Every camper receives a Camp ENCORE! cast t-shirt and memories that will last a lifetime.

Please reach out with any questions to camp@prescottpark.org 

Meet Our Camp Director, Cecilia Lomanno!

“Our goal is to make every camper feel welcomed, supported, and challenged in the best way,” said Cecilia Lomanno, Camp ENCORE! Director. “Whether it’s a camper’s first time on stage or they’re returning for a teen intensive, Camp ENCORE! is about fostering creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of theatre.”