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Summer Scholars performance on stage Summer Scholars cast rehearsal in McComas Hall Summer Scholars students working backstage and on technical elements

All the world’s a stage — start your story with us.

A three-week residential theatre experience at Mississippi State University.

Apply in January for 2026

About the Program

Students collaborating during camp

Summer Scholars On Stage is a hands-on theatre program where students write, rehearse, and perform an original musical in just three weeks. Participants gain experience in acting, scriptwriting, music, and technical theatre while working with MSU faculty and guest artists.

2026 Camp Dates

Dates: June 8–27, 2026

  • Writers’ Camp: June 8–13
  • Technical Theatre: June 8–27
  • Production Camp: June 13–27

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Announcements & News

  • Accepting applications in January
  • One big family’ On Stage take the stage June 27, 28, 2025
  • 44th annual stage performance (WCBI)

    • Now Streaming

    Album cover for "Are You Still Watching?"

    The 2025 cast recording of Are You Still Watching? is now available on all major streaming platforms.

    Contact

    Stephen Cunetto
    Camp Director
    Email: stephen.cunetto@msstate.edu

    Camp Photos

    Take a look at scenes from recent Summer Scholars On Stage productions, rehearsals, and camp life.

    Students performing on stage under theatre lights Warm up before production
    Cast rehearsing a musical number Dance hehearsal in McComas Hall
    Writers collaborating around a table Writes track brainstorming session
    Students working at the light and sound board Technical theatre in action