Ensemble

The Chance to Perform on One of New York's Iconic Stages

Sounds of Christmas Experience
December 6th - 7th, 2025

Camp Broadway Ensemble gives aspiring performers the opportunity to perform on one of the most iconic stages in New York – Carnegie Hall -with The New York Pops and an all-star cast.

Click play to view a clip of the Camp Broadway Ensemble performing Ghostbusters with Ray Parker, Jr. during The New York Pops 41st Annual Birthday Gala at Carnegie Hall (April 2024).

2025 Highlights

  • Top Tier Instruction
    • 15-hours of instruction in vocal technique, movement, and performance taught by theater professionals.
  • Masterclass
    • Opportunity to learn from a Broadway pro.
  • Professional Experience
    • In-studio rehearsal with one of North America’s leading conductors, Steven Reineke, and an onstage rehearsal with The New York Pops orchestra and celebrity guests.

Photo of Diane Warren by Rony Alwin.

New York Pops Names Diane Warren as Musical Honoree

Diane Warren is one of modern music’s most celebrated songwriters.  She has penned nine #1 and thirty-three top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and is tied for having written the most #1 songs as a sole writer in Billboard history.  She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2001 and received the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award from the organization in June 2024. Her distinguished catalogue features beloved songs including “Only Love Can Hurt Like This,” “Un-Break My Heart,” “If I Could Turn Back Time” and “Rhythm of the Night.”

She has received 15 Academy Award nominations, is a GRAMMY winner with 15 nominations, an EMMY winner, and is a two-time Golden Globe winner whose songs have been featured in more than 150 films, including chart-topping hits “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” (Mannequin, 1987) “Because You Loved Me” (Up Close and Personal, 1996) “How Do I Live” ( Con Air, 1997) “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” (Armageddon, 1998 ) and “Til It Happens To You” (The Hunting Ground, 2015). In November 2022, Warren became the first songwriter in history to receive an Honorary Oscar, as voted on by the Academy’s Board of Governors. Most recently, she wrote the original song “The Fire Inside,” performed by Becky G for the film Flamin’ Hot, directed by Eva Longoria, which marked her 15th Oscar nomination. Upcoming projects for Warren include the original song “The Journey” performed by H.E.R. for the feature film The Six Triple Eight directed by Tyler Perry and scheduled to be released by Netflix in select theaters on December 6, 2024 and on Netflix on December 20, 2024, among other exciting projects and songs.  The documentary Diane Warren: Relentless which provides an intimate, rarely seen look at the life, career and process of Warren,is in theaters beginning January 10, 2025 and streaming on MasterClass starting January 16, 2025.

She is the sole owner of her publishing company Realsongs, the most successful female-owned and operated business in the music industry. Warren is a recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a nod to her legendary career, having worked with many of today’s most popular artists, including Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, H.E.R., Snoop Dogg, Paloma Faith, Jon Batiste, Maren Morris, John Legend, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Andra Day, Justin Bieber, Jennifer Hudson and Janelle Monáe, in addition to having written songs for iconic artists such as Whitney Houston, Cher, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, and many more.

Pricing

Ages 12 – 18

Camp Broadway Ensemble

$895
Includes:
  • Official Ensemble t-shirt
  • Seasonal costume
  • 8-hours of vocal and movement rehearsal (taught by Broadway creative team)
  • 2 lunches/snacks/water
  • 1 dance masterclass
  • 1 orchestra ticket to the Christmas Spectacular (all performers must have a ticket to the show to participate)

Audition information for

new Ensemble Members

Each year the Camp Broadway Ensemble welcomes new performers from all over the world. Auditions videos are reviewed on a rolling basis, so it is advantageous to submit early!

  • Performance videos should showcase both singing and dancing abilities in any style.
  • Videos may be from dance or vocal recitals and/or school performances if the child submitting is the soloist. A self-tape audition of singing a solo song and briefly showcasing dance abilities is also acceptable.
  • No more than two (2) performance audition videos will be considered.
  • Prior performance experience is not a requirement for submission.
 

There is no cost to submit your audition materials for review. Once accepted into the Ensemble, you will be able to register for The New York Pops event.

Registration will close once all ensemble spots are filled for the program.

The above policy supersedes all previous casting processes for the Camp Broadway Ensemble.

frequently asked questions

Yes. Camp Broadway programs are regularly attended by both returning participants and newcomers. While we have many returning campers, there is no prerequisite for attending a camp program with us for the first time.

No prior acting, singing, or dancing experience is required to participate in our programs. Due to the ensemble nature of the program, both beginners and experienced campers will be nurtured and challenged.

Camp Broadway staff members go through a rigorous interview and training process. Directors, Choreographers, and Musical Directors must have Broadway and/or National Tour credits. Featured Players must have professional credit,s and Assistant Stage Managers are college-age performers or recent graduates working towards a professional performing career. Our administrative staff, including on-site Line Producers, all have credentials in professional theatre. All staff members undergo a background check and are certified in CPR/First Aid.

No. Featured Players are cast in advance and have professional credits.

Mainstage is a 5-day program that occurs from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Camp Broadway programs are always held in authentic Broadway rehearsal studios that are also used by professional productions. Please note that the Camp Broadway administrative offices are not housed in any of these locations. Locations frequently used by Camp Broadway include:

  • Pearl Studios: 500/519 8th Avenue
  • Open Jar Studios: 48th Street and Broadway
  • Chelsea Studios: 151 West 26th Street

In late April, Camp Broadway’s summer programs are typically sold out. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Upon full enrollment, a waitlist will be available.  Should a place become available, families on the waitlist will be invited to enroll in the order in which they joined the waitlist.

Each Camp Broadway program has a dedicated page on our website featuring program details and other important information titled “The Callboard”. A link to this page will be provided to you in the confirmation email you receive once your child is enrolled.  This will be included in all subsequent communications. Here we will update you on details specific to your family’s time with Camp Broadway. Details about travel deals and program locations, to lunch menus, and costumes will be updated there for you.

A final detailed schedule will be posted 2 weeks before the program start date.  Daily start and end times will not change.

The maximum enrollment for Mainstage is 100 participants. Participants work in two groups of 50, organized by age (generally 10 to 13 and 14-17). Each group of 50 performs a show together. Further, each group of 50 consists of two groups of 25.  For the younger group, this is generally ages 10 – 11 and 12 – 13.  For the older group, this is generally ages 14 – 15 and 16 – 17.

A final detailed schedule will be posted 2 weeks before the program start date.  Daily start and end times will not change.

The maximum enrollment for Shining Stars is 50 participants. Participants work in two groups of 25, organized by age (generally 7 & 8 and 8 & 9). Children aged 8 are placed according to their birthday.

Yes. In the registration form, there is an option to request that your participant be grouped with another participant. Requests will be accommodated so long as the campers’ ages align with the general group guidelines.

Yes. All of Camp Broadway’s programming is cumulative. Consistent attendance ensures the best experience for all participants.

If the camper is 13 years of age or older, a parent or guardian may authorize a camper to leave the premises alone with our “self-sign-out” option. This means that a camper will be able to leave the premises unaccompanied by a parent, guardian, or Camp Broadway Staff Member. Please indicate this upon registration in the enrollment form. There is an option to add additional authorized guardians.

All guardians must be at least 18 years of age. Any changes to the authorized sign-in/sign-out form must be made on the online account created when you enroll your child. Changes to this will not be accepted over the phone.

No. Camp Broadway is not a traditional sleep-away camp and does not provide housing for any of our programming. However, we do have partnerships with area hotels. Check your program’s Callboard for any special offers that may be available during your program.

Yes. Lunch, healthy snacks, and plenty of water will be provided. All Camp Broadway programs are nut-free. Additionally, any medical or dietary needs will be accommodated. You will have an opportunity to indicate this on the enrollment form.

Your child will be given 2 Camp Broadway t-shirts; each camper must wear a Camp Broadway t-shirt at the program. Additional shirts may be purchased in advance at any time through your online account.  These will be available to you upon sign-in to the program. Additionally, campers should wear comfortable, non-constricting black yoga or track pants.  Black shorts (mid-thigh or longer) are also permitted.  No jeans.

Yes. Participants will be asked to bring simple costume pieces to wear in the final performance. These are items you will likely have in your closet at home. You will receive an email approximately two weeks before the start of the program with costume suggestions for your participant’s group.

No. If your child does not have dance shoes, it is not necessary to purchase them specially. Soft-soled sneakers or tennis shoes with laces are acceptable. No flip-flops, sandals, open-toed, or platform shoes are permitted.

If your child does have dance shoes, they may, of course, wear them.

No. Due to space and security constraints, parents are not permitted to watch rehearsals in-studio or camera rehearsals on the Red Carpet.

In most cases, yes. Please consult your tax preparer to learn if this applies to you.  You will need to supply Camp Broadway’s Federal Tax ID number when filing your taxes.  Please contact the Camp Broadway office for this information.

If a session is cancelled by Camp Broadway, the full fee will be refunded. Campers may withdraw from the program up to 1 month in advance and will be given a full refund, minus a $250 processing fee. Cancellations made later than 4 weeks before the start of the program will not be entitled to a refund. Any payments made (deposit or full payments) after this time will not be refunded.

If, at any time, you have any questions about your registration or participation in our program, please contact us at 212.575.2929 or info@campbroadway.com.