Your Character Awaits
Free Renaissance Theater Camp · Ages 12–17
Lewis County Youth Theater Camp · Summer 2026
Lowville, New York — May 2026
The Youth of Lewis County (YOLC) is proud to announce a free Renaissance Theater Camp for young people ages 12 to 17 this summer. Running from July 6 through August 13, 2026, at the Lowville Theater, the camp will culminate in a live performance debut at the Lewis County Renaissance Faire on September 12th and 13th — an event that drew over 1,300 attendees last year.
This camp is entirely free of charge. Faire tickets for the final performance are included for all participants. No prior theater experience is required — just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to step into another world.
Cost
Free
Ages
12 – 17
Dates
July 6 – Aug 13
Time
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location
Lowville Theater
Faire Tickets
Included
Claim Your Spot
Registration deadline: June 26, 2026
Space is limited. Contact us today to secure your place in the camp.
Questions? wwagner@yolc.org · (315) 816-6448
What You Will Learn
Campers journey through six immersive modules, each designed to build confidence, creativity, and performance skills rooted in Renaissance theater traditions.
Character Quest
Pick your archetype. Build your hero.
Campers create original Renaissance characters with unique backstories, motivations, and personalities that they will develop and perform throughout the program.
Persona Playhouse
Herbalists, alchemists, fae-touched wanderers — get weird.
Explore unconventional character archetypes and learn the art of staying in character through improvisation and scene work.
Heraldry Hall
Design your coat of arms. Get your player card.
Dive into the visual language of heraldry and create personal crests that represent your character’s identity and values.
Garb & Gear
Build your costume from thrifted finds.
Through hands-on costuming workshops, campers learn to transform everyday materials into authentic-looking Renaissance garb on a budget.
Players’ Roundtable
Buskers, bards, & barbs. Pick your style.
Explore Renaissance performance traditions — from street performance and storytelling to witty repartee and audience engagement.
Debut at the Faire
Perform in character. Faire tickets included.
The grand finale — campers take everything they’ve built and bring it to life on stage at the Lewis County Renaissance Faire in front of over 1,300 attendees.
Camp Schedule
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM · Lowville Theater
September 12 & 13 — Lewis County Renaissance Faire
Lewis County Fairgrounds, 5485 Bostwick St, Lowville, NY
How to Register
Fill Out the Form
Complete the online registration form. Have questions? Email wwagner@yolc.org or call (315) 816-6448.
Complete Your Registration
Fill out the registration form with your camper’s information. A parent or guardian signature is required for participants under 18.
Submit by June 26
All registrations must be received by June 26, 2026. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the camp cost anything?
No. The Renaissance Theater Camp is completely free for all participants ages 12–17. Faire tickets for the performance debut are also included at no cost.
Do campers need prior theater experience?
No experience is necessary. The camp is designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced performers. Every session builds skills progressively.
Do campers need to attend every session?
While attending all sessions is encouraged for the best experience, we understand that scheduling conflicts can arise. Contact us to discuss your situation.
What should campers bring?
Just bring yourself and your imagination. All materials, costumes, and supplies are provided. During the Garb & Gear sessions, campers are welcome to bring thrifted clothing items they’d like to transform, but this is not required.
Youth of Lewis County
The Youth of Lewis County (YOLC) is a community organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young people through arts, education, and cultural programming. The Lewis County Renaissance Faire, its flagship event, is a 100% volunteer-operated charity that channels all proceeds back into local youth initiatives.
Media Contact
W. Wagner
Youth of Lewis County
wwagner@yolc.org
(315) 816-6448
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and administered by the St. Lawrence County Arts Council.