Application deadline
1 May 2026
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Theatre Summer Programme
by ISSOS
A residential theatre programme combining professional-led workshops with collaborative creation and a final original performance.
Last verified: 19 Aug 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
In-person Programme
Theatre Summer Programme
by ISSOS
A residential theatre programme combining professional-led workshops with collaborative creation and a final original performance.
Last verified: 19 Aug 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
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Theatre Summer Programme at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Closed
Eligibility
Returning high-school students
Age range / Year group
13-18
Location / Region
Cambridge; St Andrews
Cost
£7,900
Duration
3 weeks
Format
Residential, in person
Latest deadline
1 May 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Accommodation: University residential halls
Meals: Full board
Certificate / Outcome: Performance, report and certificate
Campus experience: Activities, workshops and cultural trips
Tutors / faculty: Working theatre professionals
Theatre Summer Programme summary
Students develop acting, voice, movement and stagecraft through practical masterclasses and workshops led by theatre professionals.
The central project is a collaboratively devised original theatre piece, performed for the wider summer-school community during Creative Night.
It suits both beginners and experienced performers who want structured creative training within a broader academic and residential summer-school experience.
What is Theatre Summer Programme?
The Theatre Summer Programme is an ISSOS elective combining practical performing-arts training with a wider residential summer-school experience. Students choose Theatre alongside one academic class and learn within an international campus community.
Working theatre professionals lead masterclasses and workshops in acting, voice, movement, improvisation and stagecraft. Students then apply those skills collaboratively by devising and presenting an original production at Creative Night.
Why Succeed highlights Theatre Summer Programme
The programme gives beginners and experienced performers a shared, supportive route into practical theatre-making.
Students work towards a concrete creative outcome rather than completing disconnected workshop exercises.
Teaching covers performance and backstage areas, including direction, production, sound and lighting.
Theatre is balanced with academic study, activities and cultural trips for a broader summer experience.
The international rooming and nationality policy encourages students to work beyond familiar social groups.
Who is Theatre Summer Programme for?
Best for
Students who want practical theatre training, collaborative creation and the confidence-building challenge of a live performance.
Not ideal if
You want a theatre-only conservatoire timetable, prefer non-residential study or cannot commit to the wider academic and activity programme.
Is Theatre Summer Programme worth it?
The programme can be worthwhile for students who value hands-on performance practice, structured collaboration and an international residential experience. The final production gives the workshops a meaningful goal and creates a tangible outcome to reflect on later.
The main limitation is that Theatre forms one elective within a much broader summer programme, so it is less specialised than intensive conservatoire training. Families should also judge whether the all-inclusive residential package offers enough value for their priorities.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£7,900; includes Academic and elective tuition, Full-board university accommodation, Course materials and equipment, Cultural trips and excursions, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Insurance and designated airport transfers, Academic report and completion certificate.
Accommodation
University residential halls
Meals
Full board
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
3 weeks; Cambridge; St Andrews.
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Compare with similar programmesHow much preparation does Theatre Summer Programme need?
Effort level
Moderate to high.
Best started
Begin planning two to three months before the application deadline, allowing longer for travel or visa arrangements.
Main challenge
Building a coherent original performance as a group.
Typical preparation
Think about the kind of performer and teammate you want to be.
Practise speaking clearly, moving with intention and responding to improvisation prompts.
Prepare application, school and teacher details before starting the online form.
After acceptance, arrange travel documents and visa checks as early as possible.
Useful if
You are ready to perform, collaborate and accept practical feedback.
What do students do on Theatre Summer Programme?
Students combine Theatre with a chosen academic class and take part in practical performance workshops, residential activities and cultural experiences. The theatre work builds towards an original group performance.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Choose one academic class and Theatre as the elective.
- 2
Practise voice projection, movement, posture and body language.
- 3
Explore storytelling, improvisation, mime and stage presence.
- 4
Learn about direction, production, sound and lighting.
- 5
Collaborate to devise and rehearse an original theatre piece.
- 6
Perform the finished piece at Creative Night.
Theatre Summer Programme dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
St Andrews Session 1
28 June-19 July 2026
Three-week residential run
Cambridge Session 1
8-29 July 2026
Three-week residential run
St Andrews Session 2
22 July-12 August 2026
Three-week residential run
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application deadline | 1 May 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
St Andrews Session 1 | 28 June-19 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Cambridge Session 1 | 8-29 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
St Andrews Session 2 | 22 July-12 August 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Aged 13-18
Returning to high school after summer
Open to every nationality
At least A2-equivalent English
No academic grade requirement
Full programme participation required
How much does Theatre Summer Programme cost?
Tuition fee
£7,400
Funding or discounts
- Programme total: £7,900 — All-inclusive published total
- Registration fee: £500 — Required to secure a confirmed place
- Partner scholarships: Limited awards — No general application route
What's included
Academic and elective tuition, Full-board university accommodation, Course materials and equipment, Cultural trips and excursions, Evening activities and Sunday workshops, Insurance and designated airport transfers, Academic report and completion certificate
How to apply to Theatre Summer Programme
- 1
Open the official online application form.
- 2
Choose a campus session, an academic class and Theatre as the elective.
- 3
Enter the student, school, teacher and parent or guardian details.
- 4
Upload the requested student photo and submit the form.
- 5
Pay the registration fee to secure the place after review.
- 6
Pay the remaining programme fee within 21 days of acceptance.
What does Theatre Summer Programme cover?
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Acting and performance
Develop performance skills through practical exercises and professional guidance.
Voice and movement
Practise projection, posture, body language and confident stage presence.
Improvisation and storytelling
Use improvisation, mime and storytelling to develop expressive creativity.
Theatre production
Explore direction, production, sound and lighting behind the scenes.
Collaborative performance
Devise, rehearse and present an original group theatre piece.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Theatre Summer Programme?
A typical day during the programme.
Weekdays
The chosen academic class runs for three hours each weekday.
Four weekdays
Theatre meets for three hours each weekday afternoon except Wednesday.
Evenings
Students join organised activities, Clan events and cultural programming.
Who teaches on Theatre Summer Programme?
The Theatre elective is led by experienced working theatre professionals. ISSOS says teachers are qualified in their subjects, professionally active and screened through criminal-record checks.
Smaller subject classes may contain approximately 8-15 students, although class size varies by subject.
Where do students stay on Theatre Summer Programme?
Residential plan
- University halls: Students live in university accommodation reserved for the ISSOS programme.
- Full-board dining: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included and served through campus dining.
- Counsellor support: Assigned counsellors live near their student groups and support daily routines.
- Campus activities: Evening events, workshops, trips and Clan activities form part of the programme.
Most rooms are twins; students generally share with someone of the same gender and age but a different nationality.
What happens after Theatre Summer Programme?
After completing this programme, participants often pursue:
Use the final performance as evidence of sustained creative collaboration.
Build stronger confidence in speaking, movement and stage presence.
Apply theatre communication skills in presentations, interviews and group work.
Receive an academic report after completing the programme.
Receive a Certificate of Completion after full participation.
The certificate is conditional on completing the relevant work and participating fully.
Where does Theatre Summer Programme take place?
The programme runs residentially in Cambridge, England, and St Andrews, Scotland. Cambridge students stay at St Edmund's College, while St Andrews students stay at St Salvator's Hall, with university facilities, dining and organised cultural trips forming part of campus life.
Designated airport transfers are included only within the provider's stated airports and time windows.
Theatre Summer Programme FAQs
No. The Theatre Summer Programme is designed for all experience levels, from first-time performers to students with previous stage experience.
Students practise acting, voice projection, movement, posture, body language, improvisation, mime and storytelling. They can also explore direction, production, sound and lighting.
The group devises an original theatre piece and performs it for the wider summer-school community during Creative Night.
No. Each student chooses one academic class and one elective, with Theatre taken as the elective.
Yes. The residential package includes university accommodation and full board, alongside tuition, activities, trips and other published inclusions.
Most rooms are twins. Students usually share with someone of the same gender and age but a different nationality.
Students who complete the full programme, attend classes and finish the relevant work receive a Certificate of Completion and an academic report.
Students should have at least A2-equivalent English because the full programme is delivered in English.
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Compare with other programmesSources and verification
Source types reviewed
- ISSOS - Summer School Application
- FAQs - ISSOS
- Terms and Conditions - ISSOS
- Travel and Visas for Summer School - ISSOS
- Arrival and Departure - ISSOS
- St Andrews Summer School - ISSOS
- Cambridge Summer School - ISSOS
- Summer School Application Process - ISSOS
- Summer School Fees - ISSOS
- UK T&Cs 2023
- Theatre Summer School - ISSOS
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