❄️ Winter 2025 Programs

O.N.E. Community Center

20 Allen St, Burlington

Ages 6-12 - Openings available!

February Break Camp: Favorite Cartoons

Ages 6-12

Come play your favorite cartoon character!

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 6-12 - Openings available!

Saturday Drama Club - Winter Session

Ages 6-12 

Read all about the Saturday Drama Club here

NB: due to building maintenance, there is no Sat Drama on Feb 8.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 9-14 - Openings available!

Costume Workshop Winter 2025

Three Saturday mornings in February. Beginner and experienced costume designers welcome. We’ll learn to sew with a machine and create costume elements for a show of your choosing.


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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

6 - 12 yrs - Openings available!

Play a Mermaid in the adult show 'Peter Pan'!

Calling all 6-12 year olds! Join us for this VMT musical adaptation of the classic J. M. Barrie tale 'Peter Pan' with an adult cast. Play a Mermaid in the show!

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

1st-3rd Grade Musical - In session

The Wind in the Willows

Grades 1-3

Mole and Rat try to keep Toad out of trouble in this mystical and humorous classic.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

4th-6th Grade Musical - In session

Harriet the Spy

Grades 4-6

A fun staged version of the popular book!

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

4th-8th Grade Friday Non-Musical Comedy - In session

Princess Cinderella Leads the Palace Guards

Grades 4-8

Cinderella discovers the Palace Guards need shaping up, with the help of her friends and, yes, stepsisters, to defend the palace against a neighboring force intent on overthrow!

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

7th-9th Grade Musical - In session

Romeo & Juliet: the 60s Musical

Shakespeare’s classic story of star-crossed lovers told with a groovy 60s beat.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

10th-12th Grade Musical - In session

Heathers: the Musical

Grades 10/11/12

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 6-13 - In session

Homeschoolers Special: Five Children and It

Ages 6-13

Five children uncover a sand fairy and get free wishes, but watch what you wish for!

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 8-13 - In session

Cabaret with Ashley!

Ages 8-13

Work on your vocal skills and develop a cabaret-style performance.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 18+ - In session

Adult Musical: “Peter Pan”

Seeking a large cast for this VMT musical adaptation of the classic J. M. Barrie tale!

This program is for ages 18 and up.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

🌞 Summer Camp Programs 🌞

Be a teen summer camp counselor

Apply today as a teen Summer Camp Counselor or Volunteer. 

Teenagers who wish to participate with VMT as counselors should have prior theater arts experience, work well with others, like children, be adaptable and willing to take direction. Duties will potentially include all aspects of preparing a theatrical production.

New location!
Highland Center for the Arts

2875 Hardwick St, Greensboro, VT

Ages 6-12 - Session is full, waitlist is open

Peter Pan @ Highland Arts (July 14-18)

Lots of fun roles for everyone! Peter flies Wendy, John and Michael to Neverland to meet Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily and the Lost Children. They battle Captain Hook and his pirates for island supremacy in this VMT original musical adaptation!

Register here

New location!
Island Arts

1127 US-2, North Hero, VT

Ages 6-12

Alice in Wonderland @ Island Arts (August 4-8)

Lots of fun roles for everyone in this VMT original musical!  Alice goes into a dream adventure in Wonderland where she meets many whimsical and magical characters such as the Cheshire Cat, The Queen of Hearts, the Caterpillar and the Mad Hatter.

Register here

Bread and Butter Farm

200 Leduc Farm Rd, Shelburne, VT

Ages 6-11 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Barn Camp: The Tale of Ginger and Pickles

In this Beatrix Potter story, two friends work hard to run a successful store frequented by lots of colorful customers!

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 7-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Wagon Tour One: The Great Circus Train Robbery

Kid spies meet many unique circus characters as they try to solve a small town mystery!

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Performances

Tues, July 1, noon @ Dorothy Alling Library, Williston [rain: TBD]

Wed, July 2, noon @ Charlotte Library [rain: TBD]

Thurs, July 3, noon @ City Hall Park, Burlington [rain: Contois Auditorium]

Fri, July 4, 1:30 @ Bread and Butter Farm, Shelburne [rain: inside barn]

Ages 7-13 - Session is full, waitlist is open.

Wagon Tour Two: The House at Pooh Corner

The second of A.A.Milne’s classic Pooh books comes to life in this new musical

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Performances

Tues, July 15, noon @ Deborah Rawson Library, Jericho [rain: TBD]

Wed, July 16, noon @ Richmond Library [rain: inside library]  

Thurs, July 17, noon @ City Hall Park, Burlington [rain: Contois Auditorium]

Fri, July 18, 6:30 @ Bread and Butter Farm, Shelburne [rain: inside barn]

O.N.E. Community Center

20 Allen Street, Burlington, VT

Ages 6-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

The Velveteen Rabbit

A musical version of this classic tale.

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 5pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Fun with Harry Potter

Come recreate your favorite Harry Potter stories.

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 5pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Camelot

King Arthur, Guinevere and the Knights of the Round Table try to bring peace to Britain!

Takes place in 20 Allen St Event Hall on first floor.

Aftercare not available

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-12

In Search of Mother Goose

Some youngsters set out to find the identity of the real Mother Goose and encounter many of her characters along the way!

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 5pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 6-12

Waterways: Earth Defenders!

Explore the natural world and transform our findings into an exciting original play.

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 6-12 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Superheroes

Superheroes, superkids and supervillains battle in this high-energy musical!

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 5pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-12 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Elves, Fairies and Gnomes!

Create stories from lore and your own imagination in this week of high adventure.

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 5pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-12

When We Were Very Young

A.A. Milne’s verses come to life in this original VMT musical.

Aftercare for Mon-Thu upon request at $10/hour up to 4pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

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Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Ages 6-12 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Alice Through the Looking Glass

Alice encounters Humpty Dumpty, the Tweedles, the Red and White Queen and others on this musical adventure!

After-care for Mon-Thurs each week upon request at $10/hour up to 4pm* (please take care not to register for Aftercare on Friday)

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 13-19

Teen Tour ‘25: Fame!

VMT presents the classic musical Fame! A group of vibrant, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, energetic young people gather to audition to study at New York City's High School of Performing Arts. The stage show was based on the 1980 film of the same name.


REGISTER HERE

Note: If the session is full, you will be given an opportunity to join a waiting list.

Performances

Thurs, July 30, 2:00 @ Hancock House, Ticonderoga [rain: TBD]

Fri, Aug 1, 6:00 @ Charlotte Library [rain: TBD]

Mon, Aug 4, 6:30 @ Bristol village green  [rain: Holley Hall] 

Tues, Aug 5, 6:30 @ Maple St Park, Essex Jct  [rain: TBD] 

Wed, Aug 6, 6:30 @ ONE Community Center

Thurs, Aug 7, 6:30 @ ONE Community Center

Fri, Aug 8, 6:30 @ ONE Community Center


New location!
Adam's Berry Farm

985 Bingham Brook Rd, Charlotte, VT

Ages 6-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Cinderella

The classic story comes to life in this VMT adaptation with music and humor! Come join the fun at our new location in Charlotte!


Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Ages 6-13 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Frontier Express

Will the Masked Ranger and friends stop Poggin’s Gang from robbing the biggest train in the west?

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Shelburne Town Hall

5420 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT

Ages 6-12 - Session is full, waitlist is full.

Anne of Green Gables

Anne arrives at Prince Edward Island and tries to fit in while competing for the top prize at school.

Session is full, waitlist is full. This listing is for referal purposes only.

Questions about your registration?

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Additional information

Cancellation policies

If you need to cancel your registration, we offer the following refund schedule.

Fall/Winter/Spring programming
Full refund with three weeks advance notice to the start date.
50% refund with fewer than three weeks notice.

Summer camps
Full refund with 30 days advance notice to the start date.
50% refund with fewer than 30 days notice.

Contact Ben@VeryMerryTheatre.org

FAQs

What happens after registration?
You'll receive a confirmation email within minutes of your purchase. Check your spam folder if you don't see it. Save this information. Or print it and stick it on the refrigerator. It contains all basic information and your registration number.

What does my child need to bring?
About one week before the camp starts, you'll receive a startup email with more details.

How do you audition for a role?
We make auditions fun and stress-free. Younger kids do a theater exercise. Teens do a reading. Middle schoolers do both. Singing is optional. Participants request their top 3 roles or sections. We do our best to honor their choices.

Does everyone get a role?
Our motto is 'Every child takes center stage.' We adapt shows so everyone can have a part. We offer singing solos at all our sessions and camps. Schools usually give solos to fifth graders and eighth graders.

Do I need voice lessons?
We do not recommend formal voice training before ages 14-15. You may benefit from informal lessons with a qualified teacher. Learn how to use the voice as an instrument and express emotion.

Scholarships

Thanks to grants, donors, and sponsors, Very Merry Theatre's programs are open to everyone regardless of economic background.

If you need a scholarship, email info@verymerrytheatre.org

Include the session or camp name, your child's name and age, and the requested amount.

Our coordinator will send you an online registration link and unique discount code to enter at checkout.

Would you like to volunteer at one of your child's performances?

Have fun greeting patrons, staffing bake sales, or selling merch.

It's an easy way to further support our young performers.

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"More than learning about acting, when I do Very Merry, I am learning about LIFE."