GPA CAMp shadow Experience

Being a Camp Shadow is a special and rewarding experience (for teens ages 13 – 18) to grow in their theatrical talents, leadership abilities, and ministry while serving campers alongside the adult camp staff and fellow teen shadows. Potential Camp Shadows are invited to apply for our GPA Mini Camp or GPA Kids Camp.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Greet campers with excitement at the start of the day with fellow teen shadows

  • Help lead games and/or worship during Overture and Game Breaks

  • Serve alongside a content leader teaching material, a counselor specializing in camper relationships, or our camp coordinator helping camp run behind the scenes

  • Lead a conversational small group/prayer time with an adult camp leader

  • Assist with errands, bathroom breaks, and check out procedures

  • Work backstage during camp performances on stage crew, mic team, or in costumes (Kids Camp only)

  • Build a relationship with kids by encouraging them, playing with them, and talking with them

  • Embody a willing heart to accomplish any other needed tasks

  • Have FUN while experiencing camp with your friends!

 
 
 
 

CAMP DATES

GPA Mini Camp for Campers Grades 1-3 | Day Camp Intensive

Training: Monday, May 13, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Camp: Tuesday-Thursday, May 28-30, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

GPA Kids Camp for Campers Grades 4-6 | Presenting Frozen KIDS

*Callbacks: Sunday, June 23, 1:30 – 7:30 PM | The King’s University

Training: Monday, June 24, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

*Leads Rehearsals: Monday – Tuesday, July 1–2, 8:30 AM –3:30 PM

Camp: Monday-Friday, July 8–12, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM and Saturday, July 13 from 8:30 AM – 5 PM

*Required only for certain Camp Shadow roles

In addition to leadership experience and mentorship by GPA leadership, Camp Shadows receive exclusive leader merch, early registration for GPA Students Camp, an invitation to the Camp Celebration Dinner, and the opportunity to create lasting friendships with fellow teen shadows. Gateway Performing Arts is happy to sign off for community service hours.

Applications now closed.

We will begin sending emails to those that have been accepted on February 1. All applicants should receive communication no later than Wednesday, March 13.

Looking for more fun opportunities this summer? Join us for Students Camp!