Crew Camp 2026
Grades 7-12
July 27-August 9, 2026
The Inserra Theater at St. Joseph Regional High School
Exact camp dates are as follows: July 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 from 4-9pm;
August 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 from 4-9pm; August 1 from 10am-12pm; August 8 from 12-10pm; August 9 from 12-5pm
$675.00
Looking to explore the technical components of live theater? Join us for a two week camp focused on what goes on behind the curtain! Students enrolled in Crew Camp will learn the fundamentals of scenic, costume, prop, sound and lighting design, as well as stage management and stage makeup, all while gaining hands on experience during our summer production of Big Fish!
Susan Van Buskirk is a passionate storyteller and dedicated educator with a lifelong commitment to inspiring others. Throughout her career, she has worked to foster a love of learning, ignite curiosity, and cultivate a passion for excellence in her students. With over 20 years of experience, Susan has earned a reputation as a student-centered educator and as the driving force behind award-winning middle and high school theater programs. She is also the Artistic Director and Founder of the Forbidden Theater Company. Susan has collaborated with industry professionals to create numerous masterclasses and workshops, all aimed at inspiring students and honing their craft. As a certified K-12 theater educator, she has developed and taught curriculum in acting, theater history, and stagecraft, including specialized vocational courses in building, technical theater, and scenic design.
Recently, Susan has returned to SJR and Broadway Theater Workshops, where her children discovered their own lifelong love for theater. As the Associate Producer of the acclaimed theater program at St. Joseph Regional High School, she teaches Communication Arts and proudly led a group of Performing Arts students to compete in their first-ever STANJ (Speech and Theater Association of New Jersey) competition. This spring, she launched the inaugural cohort of the SJR Crew Training Program—an 8-week course designed to train the next generation of production teams.
