Best Arizona Performing Arts Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each student will participate in:

• A large ensemble—which will workshop and give the world premiere of a new work by one of the mentor composers
• A small ensemble—which will co-create, rehearse, and premiere new work(s) by the student participants
• A small home group—which will feature games and social activities
• (Optional) Two, hour-long private composition les- sons—which will give students professional feedback on their music and personalized instruction
• A final, virtual concert—on Friday, July 31, 2 PM EDT

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We desire to make it possible for everyone who wants to join us to be able to participate regardless of family finances. We have a limited amount of funds available. Please email for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Technology Requirements:

• Desktop or laptop computer (Mac preferred)
• A separate device to record audio/video (such as a tablet or smartphone)
• Headphones or earbuds
• An external microphone and audio interface would provide a better experience, but are not mandatory
• All enrolled students will receive a FREE, 90-day license for Dorico Pro 3.5

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• No audition or prior composition experience required.
• Base Tuition: $450
• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2020

To learn more and to register, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.musiccreatorsacademy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Cactus Day Camp has two pools, several classrooms, an art studio, a large courtyard and playgrounds and a shaded sport court.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Cactus Day Camp provides a full day “traditional” summer program five days a week for 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks where safety is the priority, friendships are fostered, healthy lifestyles are encouraged and your child's fun is unlimited. Each day is filled with many of our over 20 activities including archery, swimming, gaga, gaming, team sports, gymnastics, crafts, dance, mini golf, model rocketry and more. Fridays culminate each week with a special camp-wide event. Campers gain independence, a sense of belonging and skills in an emotionally safe, physically safe and non-competitive environment. Cactus Day Camp is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have camper leadership programs for those entering 9th through 11th grades
designed to do the following:

-Develop positive role models for young campers
-Create leadership opportunities for young adults
-Strengthen communication & social skills
-Gain experiences working with young campers
-Gain experiences assisting with favorite camp activities

For more information and an application, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.CactusDayCamp.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer 2, 4, 6 and 8 week sessions starting on June 6th and ending on July 29th.

More details about our rates and dates can be found on our website.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTS needed for children’s day camp. Be a counselor, lifeguard or activity leader! Teach your favorite hobbies like crafts, swimming, sports, gymnastics, archery & more! Must be mature, energetic & able to work week DAYS from May 27 - July 25. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.CactusDayCamp.com or call 480-836-2267.

CAMP FACILITIES: There is something here for every child in the family! We have a great 32,000 square foot facility with state-of-the art gymnastics equipment, a heated indoor swimming pool, dance and martial arts rooms, and a preschool gym.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each week has different activities and/or coordinating with that week's theme. Join us for games, crafts, gymnastics and swimming (full day campers only) in our indoor, air-conditioned facility! Activities will be centered around gymnastics related activities, sport skill development, swimming and art projects. Full Day campers must bring their own lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided. Camp provides a great controlled environment for getting children active while they are out of school!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Other Camps:
Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Spring Break, Summer Camp, Fall Break, Veteran's Day, Winter Break

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See website for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities include:
- 2 large rehearsal spaces (complete with drums, amps, keyboard, microphones, and sound system)
- guitar instruction rooms
- drum instruction rooms
- keyboard/vocal instruction rooms
- recording studio room

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We believe the best way to learn music is to play music. We take students from the lesson room to the stage, developing both their confidence and musicianship with programs designed for all skill levels.

School of Rock teaches guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, drums and combines weekly private music instruction and group band rehearsals to prepare students to take the stage in front of live audiences in an authentic concert setting.

Our instructors live to play and play to live. They are experienced professional musicians that can instruct students on the finer points of their instrument, while at the same time educating them on everything that goes into putting on a great live show.

We teach and perform music on professional equipment that our students love to play and our audiences love to hear. From the fundamental roots of rock and roll through classic rock, funk, reggae, heavy metal, alternative, indie and prog rock - we share, engage and celebrate it all.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: School of Rock offers MANY year-round activities and programs, for all levels, ages 7 to 107!!

Check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gilbert.schoolofrock.com, or call the school at (480)-753-3266 for more information!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1:
June 26-30
9am-3pm

Session 2:
July 24-28
9am-3pm

Each session totals $500. $250 deposit required for enrollment. Camp is 100% refundable up to one month prior to the start date, 50% refundable up to one week prior to the start date, non-refundable if cancelled the day of the camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: Dinning Hall, Classroom, and Theater.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s innovative Summer Art and Architecture Camps give students the opportunity to think and work outside the box. Located at Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and desert laboratory, the Summer Art and Architecture Camps will encourage students to explore, create, and design in the significant setting. Students will see how their unique ideas can have a true impact on the world around them, as they engage in the fun and educational activities.

Full and half-day camps are offered to students in grades 2-12 throughout the summer, but the Foundation offers year-round education opportunities and field trips to the National Historic Landmark.

Are newest camp to our program is called Designing for Mars! In this Cam participants will study the planet Mars while they collaboratively tackle some of the same challenges confronting scientists in their effort to travel and live on Mars. Other Camps include Wright for the Future, Architectural Discovery, Design Your Dream Space, and Photographing Wright!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Not at this time

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of scholarships are available for qualifying individuals. Please follow this link for more information on available scholarships for summer camps. Our Camp Website Link: franklloydwright.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): No Family Camps at this Time

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation offers year-round education opportunities and field trips to this National Historic Landmark.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Lunch will be provided for camps that run from 9am - 3pm.

Parents/legal guardians must fill out a liability form for each attending camper.

Please see website on further questions about Camp Guidelines

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

Architectural Discovery

While in the Architectural Discovery camp, younger students will explore various aspects of architecture and learn about some of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous architectural concepts. Architecture-based activities and projects will promote the students’ creativity and imagination, while explaining the different patterns in nature and how the patterns influence architecture. Students will also get the opportunity to make an abstract art piece inspired by Wright’s stained glass. (Limited to 20 students)

GRADES 2-4

$350

JULY 16-20, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

Design Your Dream Space

Students become junior architects as they use art, math, science, and language to create innovative spaces. This immersive program takes students through the steps of architectural creation – from concept to execution – of a fully detailed three-dimensional model of their own compact dream space. Dealing with the needs and desires of clients, environmental and sustainability concerns, and questions about color and style are part of the daily life of an architect. Students will discover how careful consideration each of these elements contribute to a great design. (Limited to 20 students)

GRADES 5-8

$350

SESSION 1: JUNE 4-8, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

SESSION 2: JUNE 25-29, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

SESSION 3: JULY 30-AUGUST 3, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M

Photographing Wright

The landmark architecture of Taliesin West is the backdrop for a weeklong photographic journey. Local Arizona photographer Andrew Pielage will guide students in capturing the Sonoran Desert and National Historic Landmark around them. Students learn the tools needed to best utilize a camera including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, while applying creative approaches to composition, image framing, and the challenges of light and shadow. (Limited to 10 students) Students must provide their own fully manual camera and corresponding USB cable. It is highly encouraged that students provide their own laptop for editing photographs.

GRADES 7-12

$250

SESSION 1: JUNE 25-29, 9 A.M. – 12 P.M.

SESSION 2: JULY 30-AUGUST 3, 9 A.M. – 12 P.M

Wright for the Future

Students explore how to respond to real world challenges such as global warming, pollution, new trends in energy and communication technologies, advancements in construction methods, and new modes of transportation in this project-based camp. As the student’s research exciting, newly constructed concept buildings and cutting-edge architects, they’ll work in teams to develop thoughtful plans for cities of the future. (Limited to 20 students)

GRADES 6 – 9

$350

SESSION 1: JUNE 11-15, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

SESSION 2: JULY 9-13, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

Designing for Mars

*NEW*

Camp participants will study the planet Mars while they collaboratively tackle some of the same challenges confronting scientists in their effort to travel and live on Mars. Students will learn about Wright’s futuristic concept of Broadacre City, as they investigate how to create a new community that meets their needs for food, water, power, and shelter. At the end of the project week, the students use their 2D plans to create a 3D model their new colony on Mars.

GRADES 5-8

$350

SESSION 1: JUNE 18-22, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

SESSION 2: JULY 23-27, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

Please See Website to Register for Camp Sessions

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp offers a safe haven for young performers and movers, whose developmental ages range from 6 to 12. Guided by passionate local instructors and esteemed mentors Garrett Larribas and Ezra Masse-Maher, each day is an adventure of self-discovery and expression.
At our camp, we believe that every child deserves the chance to shine. That's why scholarships are available, ensuring that financial constraints never dim the spotlight on a budding talent. Whether it's covering costs or providing additional support, we're dedicated to making this transformative experience accessible to all. If you're interested in securing a scholarship please call 520-820-6275 or email healing[AT]integrativetouch.org.

But our camp is more than just theater and movement—it's a holistic journey of wellness. Throughout our programming, we integrate moments of mindfulness, creative exploration, and connection with the natural world. Every aspect of our camp is designed to nurture the body, mind, and spirit.

Join us this summer for an immersive experience where creativity takes center stage, friendships flourish, and every child discovers the performer and dancer within.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available! Call 520-820-6275 to learn more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: booking.integrativetouch.org to learn more!

CAMP FACILITIES: In 2008, Childsplay officially opened the Sybil B. Harrington Campus for Imagination and Wonder, a 33,000 square foot support facility. The former Mitchell School facility provides more than 7,000 sq. ft. of administrative offices, 5,500 sq. ft. of classrooms for the Childsplay Academy, 7,000 sq. ft. of production space for prop and costume construction and storage, 7,000 sq ft for rehearsal halls and support space, and approximately 6,000 sq. ft. of storage.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Childsplay Theatre Academy, kids work with top local actors, directors, choreographers, music directors and professional teaching artists. All class instructors have an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and are background checked.

All Childsplay classes work on acting techniques and are a great way to gain skills while developing confidence, making friends and, most importantly, having fun!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact kbrantley[AT]childsplayaz.org for information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Childsplay Academy offers classes year-round. We offer a range of Saturday morning and afternoon classes in acting and musical theatre. Fall and Spring break classes are also available.

OTHER CAMP INFO: With over 40 different classes this summer, Childsplay offers programming accessible for the beginner to experienced teenage thespians. Onstage production classes perform a full length play in a week, musical theatre marathons where students workshop a short musical in a week, and theme based classes which combine drama skill practice with an interesting topic.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
May 22nd-July 28th, 2017

Half-Day Classes: $115 per week; Full-Day Classes: $215 per week; 3 week play production: $630

Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.childsplayaz.org for complete listings.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Theatre Teaching artists, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.childsplayaz.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Dance Camp is held at the beautiful Dance Studio 111 Studio - 5 dance rooms, large viewing windows, state of the art dance floors!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: If you attend this FUN Dance Camp you will be learning a different style of dance and choreography and taking from a wide variety of teachers each day! Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Musical Theater and much more!

Spend your summer dancing and having FUN at Dance Studio 111...

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Four Weeks of Dance Camp To Choose From:

Week One:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs. June 4th, 5th, 6th 3:30 - 6:30.

Week Two:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs. June 11th, 12th, 13th 3:30 - 6:30

Week Three:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs. June 18th, 19th, 20th 3:30 - 6:30.

Week Four:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs. June 25th, 26th, 27th 3:30 - 6:30

3 Levels: Youth (ages 5-9). Pre-Teen (ages 10-12) Teen (ages 13+)

Choose One week: $125.00. Choose Two weeks: $175.00. Choose Three Weeks: $225.00. Choose all four weeks: $275.00. Pick the weeks you want to attend!

CAMP FACILITIES: We have four gallery spaces, a classroom, fine art lighting studio, silver gelatin darkroom, alternative process photographic room, digital print lab and office space.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The camps are taught by the Art Intersection Staff who are all working artists themselves.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$195

CAMP FACILITIES: The classes will be held at the Phoenix Boys Choir building located at 1131 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix 85014 in our Great Hall. This space provides a large classroom space allowing for safe social distancing. Breaks will be outside and in other rehearsal rooms.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The classes will be held at the Phoenix Boys Choir building located at 1131 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix 85014 in our Great Hall. This space provides a large classroom space allowing for safe social distancing. Masks will be required.

Founded in 1947, the Phoenix Boys Choir offers programs featuring training in voice, music theory, and performance for boys age 7 to 14. Members of the Phoenix Boys Choir receive a world-class music education and one of the most significant experiences of their lives.

The Artistic Staff at the Phoenix Boys Choir includes music educators who are not only certified and highly qualified music education instructors, with a specific focus on choral music, they are also artists themselves and engender a love of the arts to our students.

The Choir has performed with the Phoenix Symphony, Arizona Opera, Phoenix Chorale, Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix, collaborated with Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix Youth Symphony and the Desert Botanical Garden. Additionally, the Phoenix Boys Choir was invited to perform at the inauguration of Governor Doug Ducey, and also sang at the memorial service for former Governor Raul Castro. The Choir has performed the National Anthem for the Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks, Phoenix Coyotes, 2021 NASCAR Race, Arizona Rattlers and the Arizona Cardinals. The Choir is a Phoenix point of pride.

Beginning with the Cadet Choir, boys can progress to Town and Tour choirs, and upon graduation, participate in the Young Men's Ensemble and then the Masters Choir. When the boys reach the performance levels of Town and Tour Choir, they have the opportunity to travel nationally and internationally.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited Scholarships available. See Our Camp Website Link: www.boyschoir.org for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The only Grammy-Award Winning boys organization in Arizona that develops character, discipline, and global leadership through the power of music.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 7-11, 2021
Two in-person sessions open to boys entering 2nd-4th grades
Session One 8-11 AM
Session Two 12-3 PM
To register, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.boyschoir.org OR call 602-264-5328/email harvey[AT]boyschoir.org
The cost is $130.75 for 5 days of 3-hour classes Monday - Friday.
There are limited slots, so register NOW!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located at Khalsa Montessori, a small elementary charter school. We have rented out the entire campus, so we have all day access to the main MPR, plus 3 classrooms, and the playground.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: First Spotlight: An acting camp for all experience levels ages 7-11. Students will perform in a musical play and learn about acting, improv, and theatre games. Reading is required. If your student is not yet a strong reader, please request a copy of the script prior to the start of camp.

Rock, Roll, Repeat! A rock and roll music camp for aspiring musicians and singers. This camp requires one year prior experience in selected instrument. Camp will cover rock music history, instruments lessons, and practice and performing a rock concert for family and friends.

Troubie Tikes: A camp for the youngest actors, ages 5-6. Students will learn acting, theatre and imagination games, improv, and pantomine. This camp concludes with an informal presentation for family and friends.

Broadway Bound: A musical theatre camp where students learn about acting, singing, dancing, as well as directing, costumes, makeup, set design, stage combat, improv, and more. Students will perform in a fully mounted summer stock production of a Broadway musical for family and friends.

Antic Arts: A comedy theatre acting camp where students learn about comedic acting, improv, directing, theatrical design, playwriting, and will perform in a fully mounted production of a play for family and friends. All levels of experience welcome.

Mutant Academy: An art camp for aspiring comic book artists. Students will learn about comic book illustration, composition, writing, and create their very own comic book series which they will get published and take home at the end of camp. All directors are theatre, art, and music professionals. All have fingerprint clearance, and are first aid and CPR certified.

Daily snacks are included in camp price for all camps and full day camps also include friday pizza parties.

All students will receive a role in their show. We also offer an apprenticeship program for those students interested in areas of theatre other than acting.

Before and after care is available.

Sign up for more than one camp, and all additional camps are 1/2 price!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer an apprenticeship program in our theatre camps for those interested in directing, stage management, costume or set design.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer scholarships for all camp sessions. Scholarship forms available upon request by email.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
First Spotlight: A Camp for Young Actors
Ages 7-11, All levels of experience welcome
Two weeks, Mon-Fri June 6-17 12:30 PM-4:30PM
Performance Friday, June 17 5:30 PM
Cost: $215 tuition, $25-$50 off with early registration
Includes a full production of the play The Velveteen Rabbit

Rock, Roll, Repeat: A Rock n Roll Music Camp
Ages 12-18, Prior experience required
Two Weeks, Mon-Fri June 6-17 9:00AM-12:00PM
Performance: Friday June 17, 6:30 PM
Cost: $195 tuition, $25-$50 off with early registration
Performance will be a live rock concert!

Troubie Tikes: A Camp for the Littlest Actors
Ages: 5-6, no experience required
Two Weeks, Mon-Fri June 20-July 1 9:00AM-11:30AM
Cost: $165 tuition, $25-$50 off with early registration!
Camp will conclude with a class presentation for family and friends.

Broadway Bound: A Musical Theatre Camp
Ages 10-18, All levels of experience welcome
Two weeks, Mon-Fri June 20-July 1 9:00AM-4:30PM
Performance: Friday, July 1, 5:30PM
Cost: $325 tuition, $25-$50 off with early registration
Includes a full summer stock production of Bye Bye Birdie

Antic Arts: A Comedic Acting Camp
Ages 10-18, All levels of experience welcome
Two weeks, Mon-Fri July 5-15 9:00AM-3:30PM
Performance: Friday July 15, 5:20PM
Cost: $295 tuition, $25-$50 off with early registration
Includes a full production of the play Romeo To Go

Mutant Academy: A Camp for Comic Book Artists
Ages 10-18, All levels of experience welcome
Two weeks, Mon-Fri July 5-15 9:00AM-12:00PM
Cost: $195, $25-$50 off with early registration
Includes a published comic book that you create.

Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.troubadourtheatre.com to register.

CAMP FACILITIES: The students will get the full experience with a proscenium stage, full stage lighting, and a dressing room.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Students in the June session of Young Actors Camp will audition for, rehearse, and perform an original play, Around the WORLD in Just 5 Plays, written just for this camp. It will be a multicultural adventure through folklore and common stories from different parts of the world.

July students will perform a TBD musical. Our musicals tend to feature familiar tunes in a completely new setting. Enjoy not only learning to act and sing, but also learning to dance with trained choreographer.

Both sessions are taught by experienced instructors with a passion for youth and the performing arts!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Residents of Tempe or Guadalupe, or Tempe Public School students (including three Kyrene School District), who receive government subsidies can apply for a discounted rate. Visit a registration office for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The City of Tempe continues to offer drama/theatre classes year round for students ages 4-12.

Classes include:
School Kids in Drama - a miniature versión of the summer camp, learning a 10-minute play over 8 weeks.

Readers Theatre- all of the fun of a one-act play, but none of the pressure to memorize (great for English language learners and those who would like to see improvement in reading comprehension)

Creative Drama - for the young ones, begin learning a variety of acting skills through fun drama games and activities.

Check out stephaniestheatre.weebly.com or keep an eye on the fall/winter/spring brochure for more information!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full information can be found at stephaniestheatre.weebly.com, or you can register by visiting tempe.gov/brochure.

June session runs from June 5- June 29 with a performancen on June 28th in the evening.

July session runs from July 5- July 27 with a performance on July 26th in the evening.

Each session is $180

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Performing artists never stop learning and can always benefit from a professional program like ours. The instructors have Broadway, Off-Broadway, World and National Tour experience, and are awarding-winning in their disciplines. MTA only hires the best and we will offer you intense training to prepare all levels.

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) is an award-winning, non-profit theater company located in Anthem, Arizona. The mission of MTA is to develop youth and adults within the field of performing arts while enhancing their intrinsic creativity and brokering their vast talents. MTA trains and educates youth so that they can become the artists, patrons, and leaders of tomorrow while providing opportunities to adults that empower them and foster their creativity. MTA’s principles include casting all who audition in select productions, presenting high quality shows that everyone can enjoy, and providing a positive environment where performers can practice teamwork and communication skills while experiencing the pride of accomplishment. Supported in part by the Arizona Commission on the Arts which receives support from the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available for participants who might otherwise not be able to participate. Click here for more information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Musical Theatre of Anthem is an award-winning, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization that was founded in 2008 by Jackie and Jeff Hammond. MTA offers year-round performing arts training, workshops, and productions for ages 3 to adult. Visit our website for more information.

Our Camp Website Link: www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 10-19 (Mon-Sat)
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Performances: June 20-22
Cost: $375

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The camps are taught by the Art Intersection staff who are all working artists themselves.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 29 cabins, outdoor pool, dining hall, outdoor basketball courts/tennis courts, rustic amphitheater, smaller meeting room, challenge course, meadow, areas for campfires, outdoor meeting area, and a small pond on the property.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This will be our 74th summer!!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our facilities are available for rental groups during the off season. Activities available include our challenge course and horseback riding.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.friendlypines.com for dates and rates.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities include:
- 2 large rehearsal spaces (complete with drums, amps, keyboard, microphones, and sound system)
- guitar instruction rooms
- drum instruction rooms
- keyboard/vocal instruction room
- recording studio room

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We believe the best way to learn music is to play music. We take students from the lesson room to the stage, developing both their confidence and musicianship with programs designed for all skill levels.

School of Rock teaches guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, drums and combines weekly private music instruction and group band rehearsals to prepare students to take the stage in front of live audiences in an authentic concert setting.

Our instructors live to play and play to live. They are experienced professional musicians that can instruct students on the finer points of their instrument, while at the same time educating them on everything that goes into putting on a great live show.

We teach and perform music on professional equipment that our students love to play and our audiences love to hear. From the fundamental roots of rock and roll through classic rock, funk, reggae, heavy metal, alternative, indie and prog rock - we share, engage and celebrate it all.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: School of Rock offers MANY year-round activities and programs, for all levels, ages 7 to 107!!

Check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ahwatukee.schoolofrock.com, or call the school at (480)-753-3266 for more information!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1:
June 19-23
9am-3pm

Session 2:
July 17-21
9am-3pm

Each session totals $500. $250 deposit required for enrollment. Camp is 100% refundable up to one month prior to the start date, 50% refundable up to one week prior to the start date, non-refundable if cancelled the day of the camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have three class rooms and all of the necessary materials and supplies for all of the campers who participate in the program.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All of our instructors have degrees in their subject area, have to maintain an updated finger print card, and have taught for several years. This is the eighth year of our Imagination Theatre Camp for young children. We want to give each child an opportunity to explore, create and learn about theatre and musical theatre while having a great time.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship application is available by calling the EVCT office at 480-756-3828. Scholarships generally are 1/4 to 1/2 of the camp fees. Sibling discounts are available also by calling the EVCT office.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: EVCT (East Valley Children's Theatre) holds classes year round at its Studio,4501 East Main Street. Classes in acting and musical theatre; has performance troupes (acting, musical theatre and improv); programs for home schooled kids; a technical theatre progra;, one day workshops and Open Theatre sessions. It also produces Four main stage productions each year and is the resident children's theatre at the Mesa Arts Center.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 3-14, 2019 (Monday through Friday) from 9 am until 12 noon.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Youth should plan to be online 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays, and to work ten additional hours per week on their projects. Most of the scheduled time is for projects but some of it will be for meetings.

Required equipment: A tablet or phone with a front-facing camera. A video camera or DSLR camera will also work.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 16 - June 29

Tuition:
$240 for non-MNOHS students
$180 for MNOHS students--or free for those who qualify

Please see our web site for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.mnohs.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In this one-week intensive program, students will learn vocal technique, musical theatre dance, acting, improv, tap, and theater etiquette. All levels are welcome, and students will be grouped by age and experience. Participants will learn from award-winning, experienced directors, vocal directors and choreographers.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available for participants who might otherwise not be able to participate. Scholarship applicants who would like to apply will need to write a brief paragraph about why they would like to be considered for the award, explain their financial need, and email it to musicaltheatreofanthem[AT]gmail.com prior to auditionsVisit Our Camp Website Link: www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: MTA offers extensive training and growth opportunities, including vocal training and acting classes, while presenting high quality shows for ages 6 to adult for everyone to enjoy year-round.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 24-28, M-F, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages 6-18
$275 tuition fee; 10% sibling discount
Scholarships available

CAMP FACILITIES: We are currently occupying around 15,000 sq. ft. of space. We have 3 smaller instruction rooms, a small rehearsal/drum instruction room, 2 larger rehearsal rooms/classrooms, a very large main stage performance room/rehearsal room, a lunch room for all the campers, two large rest rooms and a dressing/green room.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are going to teach the art of learning and mapping out songs. This will include the various genres or music over our 8 1-week music camps. We will teach each camper how to be a band leader, stage performance, communication on the bandstand, how to rehearse and ultimately, how to perform. We have some of the most distinguished musical talent on our advisory board who are responsible for outlining a successful music program for our young campers.

Besides teaching music and music related subjects, we are committed to teaching the business of music so that our young and talented campers will someday be able to follow their dream and passion of being a performing artist and sustain a living at doing so, much like our founder, Joe Costello.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At this point, we are too new to offer any sort of scholarships or financial aid but we are looking into the programs.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): At this point, we are not offering any family camps during the summer but we are looking into a family program on Saturday mornings like a drum circle type event.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer year-round music instruction, band coaching, music business expertise, mentoring programs, workshops, clinics, seminars, rehearsal space & online music courses.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our camp offers an 8AM drop off and a 6PM pickup for those parents needing time to get to work and get back to the camp after work. There will be a small fee associated with this extra accommodation.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The first camp starts on May 31st - it is our Beatles Camp and our last camp ends on July 29th.

Each weekly camp cost $500

There will be $25 a day early drop-off/late pickup fee (optional)

For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: theperformersinstitute.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for high school seniors who are fairly advanced on their instrument and/or voice, that would be interested in being camp counselors. This will be a minimum wage paid position. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Circus Camp takes places under the Big Top.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The experience of a traditional Italian circus alone is an education in history and global culture. Our heart is in camps that teach the circus arts to children. This education focuses on confidence and opportunity. Taught in a real circus tent by working circus artists, our circus camp is a unique experience that is likely never forgotten and likely the budding to an interest in the world’s unknown and possibilities yet realized.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 8-12&
$298 per child
$50 before or after care ($80 for both)

First 20 registrants are 50 percent off

Check Our Camp Website Link: www.Zoppe.net for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Circus Camp Counselor - 2 weeks only Approx. 6 hours per day

CAMP FACILITIES: Our North Scottsdale climate-controlled facility offers a comfortable space for our campers to learn, explore, experience, create, and grow during the hot Arizona summer months. Our unique indoor gym space houses our sports and fitness program.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Your child's summer can be a time for fun, building confidence, achievement, creativity and discovery at JGS Summer Learning Adventures! Our weekly half and full day sessions are worthy of a fun, enriching summer break. With hands-on projects, and engaging activities, campers explore various areas of interest and discover new things.

At our summer camp, campers choose their own Summer Learning Adventures! Each weekly session allows campers to pick from two morning block (9am-12pm) choices and two afternoon block (1pm-4pm) choices. Morning choices include Core Academics or Sports & STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Afternoon choices include Sports & STEM or the session's Thematic Unit. First through fourth grade Thematic Units include Grossology, Rebels & Redcoats, Dramatic Arts, Secret Soy School, Around the World in Four Days, Castles & Catapults, and Trash to Treasures. Fifth though eight grade Thematic Units include Incredible Architecture, CSI Science, Stop-Motion Animation, Media Madness and Around the World in Four Days.

JGS Summer Learning Adventures is staffed entirely by professional educators (10 campers max. per "counselor"). Our instructors are passionate about working with kids (and it shows!).

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A private day school in the Phoenix-Metro area, the Jones-Gordon School’s progressive program successfully fosters social, emotional and academic growth and helps diverse learners shape their strengths, gifts and talents into advantages uniquely suited for problem solving and critical thinking in the 21st Century. Our program is a proprietary mix of the following:
● Small class sizes (1:8 max.), faculty-to-student ratio 1:3
● FLEX Period – Daily period for acceleration or support
● Strategic Connections© executive function program
● STEM, Gifted (2e), Field Studies and Community Service programs
● Social skills training incorporated into lessons
● OT services on a weekly basis for written expression, keyboarding and other critical skills
● Mindfulness program via the renowned Mindfulness First®
● Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Psychologist, and Nurse on staff, customized positive behavior modification programs
● Token Economy reward system
● Research-based and experience-driven curriculum
● A uniquely modern campus that houses classrooms, library, lounges, café, auditorium, 7000 sq.ft. climate-controlled gymnasium/playground, and our four-legged and slithering friends under one roof, providing an environment that fosters a close-knit community

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions are weekly from June 6, 2016 through July 22, 2016. Half-day (9am-12pm) and full-day (9am-4pm) options are available. Half-day fee per session, $250; Full-day fee per session, $450.

CAMP FACILITIES: The camp facilities include 20 modern cabins, 2 dormitory style buildings, fire-pits, flushing toilets, dining hall, covered program ramadas and several miles of scenic hiking trails.

Program facilities include: archery range, low and high challenge course, outdoor stage and seating for up to 200, ceramics studio, dance studio, fiber arts library, nature education resources, outdoor cooking learning lab and coming soon...videography lab.

Camp counselors are housed in nearby cabins within each unit.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Directors recruit and screen mature, qualified staff who have a desire to share their enthusiasm for camping, the outdoors, and arts. We also hire staff from other countries to give your camper the chance to broaden her understanding of other cultures. All camp staff participate in an intensive pre-camp training which includes program, first aid, CPR, camping, human relations skills and drug-testing.
Specially qualified staffers direct the archery, challenge course, ceramics, drama, dance and trip programs.

Most of the camp staff are college students studying education, sociology and outdoor recreation – among many others. All staff must be 18 or older.

All camp staff participates in an intensive pre-camp training this includes:
Program development
First aid and CPR
Outdoor skills, including Leave No Trace
Human relations skills
Child development
Homesickness

Willow Springs Program Center is accredited by the American Camping Association Inc.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Grades 9-12
Counselor In Training I
9th-12th grades
Two week session
Want to work at camp someday? Come join the fun! You’ll learn about leadership, teamwork, child development, and more as you help in units and program areas. Visitother camps in northern Arizona, and start working with younger girls. *CITs at Willow Springs will be sleeping in the Yurts in the Pima Unit.

Counselor In Training II
11-12th grades
Three week session
If you have completed CIT 1 then you may be ready for CIT 2. Depending on your interests and strengths, you will choose a specific area to focus, and further your leadership, teamwork, and teaching skills within that area. Learn how to develop and deliver program and complete a service project.
Prerequisite: CIT 1 and entering 10th-12th grade

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Registration at: Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsaz.org.

Scholarships (camperships)
Financial Assistance – Camperships
GSACPC makes every effort to provide financial assistance so that no girl misses out on the opportunity to attend camp due to lack of funds. Financial assistance ranges from a portion of the fee to the total camp fee, minus the deposit, for those demonstrating need.
The campership request form is available online.
Camp registration must be complete prior to applying for financial assistance. Notification regarding financial assistance will be sent via a separate email from the confirmation packet. Please allow six weeks for processing. Available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsaz.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp Programs include:
Me and My Gal ~ Daisy, Brownie Overnight
K-3rd grades- 2 Day
You and your favorite adult female are about to embark on an overnight adventure of staying up late, learning new songs and games and discovering the outdoor adventure playground at Willow Springs.

Leader Daughter Weekend
K—12th grades & Adult Volunteers
“Girl Scouts Together”
3 Day
Are you interested in learning more about Girl Scouting and spending time in the cool pines of Willow Springs? You and your daughter can sign up for the Leadership Weekend where you will be able to enjoy Girl Scout volunteer trainings while your daughter(s) will spend time with Willow Springs Camp staff and camp program.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host Girl Scout groups throughout the year (any day of the week) through "Adventures at Willow" as well as offer one weekend program per month AND a Fall Break and Spring Break camp.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsaz.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Current sessions for Summer Camp 2014 can be found online at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ultracamp.com.

Residential Camp
Week 1 = June 3-6
Week 2 = June 8-13
Week 3 = June 15-20
Week 4 = June 22-27
Week 5 = July 6-11
Week 6 = July 13-18
Week 7 = July 20-25
Week 8 = July 27-30

Day Camp
Week 2 =June 9-13
Week 4 = June 23-27

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Camp Staff
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsaz.org.

Positions available include:
Health Supevisor - *preferred RN or LPN
Assistant Camp Director
Program Director
Camp Store Coordinator
Instructors - Music, Arts and Crafts, Ceramics, Archery,
Outdoor Education, Dance, Drama, Videography, Martial Arts, Astronomy, Outdoor Skills, Backpacking and Fiber Arts
Unit Leaders
Unit Counselors
Lifeguard

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an air conditioned 12,000 sq ft cheerleading and tumbling training facility equipped with two 42'x54' spring floors, one 42'x42' high school regulation floor, tumble track, rod floor, 7'x14' high performance trampoline, and safety landing pit.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Register by April 1st to save $40/weekly camp. Register by April 1st for 4 or more weeks and receive each week for $99!!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Arizona All-Stars offers year round tumbling and cheerleading training. In addition to our recreational tumbling program we offer 8 week recreational cheer teams, half year cheerleading teams, and full season competitive cheerleading teams.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for camp dates and deals!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for qualified instructors that have experience teaching ages 4-14 a variety of sports and activities. CPR and Safety Certified.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are an art gallery and learning space. We have four galleries, a black and white darkroom, lobby and book store, lighting studio, digital print studio, classroom and alternative photographic room.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21, 10am-5pm
June 23, 10am-5pm

CAMP FACILITIES: Our studio is equipped with sprung wood flooring covered with marly dance flooring to ensuring our dancers safety.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: June 2-19 three-week Ballet Summer Intensive for intermediate to advanced levels. One and Two week options are also available. The ballet intensive is under direction of Christina Hampton. Her dance associations include Chicago City Ballet School, School of Minnesota Ballet, Hartford Ballet School, Miami Conservatory, Academy of Ballet Florida, and Palm Beach Ballet Center. For 11 years, Ms. Hampton has been honored to be a guest teacher for the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet and is currently the director of Arizona Youth Ballet.

July 14-17, 11am-4pm Dance Camp Extravaganza! For all ages and abilities. There is something for everyone. Many style of dance offered: Jazz, musical theater, hip hop, tumbling, lyrical, contemporary and more!

We have other 3 day dance camps planned throughout the summer. Call or email for more information.

June 10-12, Boys Only Hip Hop/Karate/Tumbling camp will be taught by Sal Banuelos for the “Elecktrolytes”, winners of the MTV America’s Best Dance Crew and Disney’s Shake it up.

Princess Ballerina Camps for ages 3-6 and 6-10

Technique Boot Camp where dancers will focus on improving their technique and fine tuning their jumps, leaps and turns

Jazz/Hip Hop/Musical Theater Camp

Pricing Varies depending which camp option you choose.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
There are many dance camps to choose from and we welcome all ages and ability levels.

Prices Vary depending on which camp option you choose.
Please visit our website, call or email for more information

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.nuevolutiondance.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 20 - 23, 2022