Best Texas Performing Arts Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a CIT (Counselor in Training) program for 15-16 year olds who are looking to take the next steps to becoming a counselor. This is a three week program, the first two weeks the CITs will spend training and doing activities/team-building games to get them ready for the last week which they spend shadowing current counselors and working directly with younger children at our other two camps!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The YMCA is a not for profit organization and we raise money every year to help EVERY FAMILY find a way to send their children to camp. We offer scholarships for our Summer Camp programs, the Scholarship Application is available online.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer year-round Family Camping, whether it be week long holiday rentals, or a weekend you want to spend on the lake, we can customize your stay! Contact us for more information on how to book your stay with us, today!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Stories, movement, games, crafts, and music encourage a child's natural energy, curiosity, imagination, and creativity. A great way to keep kids active and having fun!

Interactive and participatory, each day the children will bring something home. It may be in their hands, in their heads, or in their hearts! Or maybe all three! It's going to be a great time!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Session 1 - Magical Kingdom!
June 15 - 19, 2015 - 9:30 am-12:00 pm (Friday includes an informal presentation for parents at 11:30)
Magical kingdoms filled with fairies, elves, and pixies, princesses and knights! Maybe a friendly dragon! A fun storybook camp week for kids.

Summer Session 2 A Bug's Adventure!
August 17-21, 2015 - 9:30 am-12:00 pm (Friday includes an informal presentation for parents at 11:30)
Butterflies, lady bugs and dragonflies are sure to be found in this enchanted world of bugs! It's a Bug's Adventure!

Cost: $225

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 functioning studios with professional sound systems & sprung floors.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

Ages 8-18, students will be split into skill-based groups

Master Instructors: Grace Holmes, Acia Gray, Erica Gionfriddo, Ellen Bartel

Students will have daily ballet and modern technique, partnering, pilates, character and tap. Students will prepare a final day performance for Friday, June 20 at 3:00 PM.

$360/week

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Tapestry is a 501c3 Non-Profit. If any family is in need of financial aid, please contact the office for a stipend application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Tapestry is a year round non-competitive dance academy for youth & adult students. Our professional adult Tap program is the only full-time tap dance company in North America.

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 have 6 dance studios with sprung floors, sound systems, mirrors, & barres.

This camp features acting instruction from Pollyanna Theater and Austin Children's Theater and Dance Instruction from Tapestry Dance Company. Students will have dance technique (contemporary and hip hop), spoken word artistry and drama classes.

July 7-11
8:30 AM-5:30 PM
Ages 5-10

Price of camp includes one ticket to Pollyanna Theater Company's production of Peter and the Piper on Saturday, July 12.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Tapestry is a year round non-competitive dance academy for youth & adults.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 7-11
8:30 AM-5:30 PM

CAMP FACILITIES: When "The Heart" was first built, it was a resort hotel, so all our "tepees" have central air-conditioning. Campers under 12 live in the original hotel, 4-5 girls per room with a counselor, indoor plumbing. Older girls live in dormitory-style "tepees" with 10-12 girls and 2-3 counselors per room, indoor plumbing. All bunk beds are twin size.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Heart O' the Hills has been a summer camp for girls since 1953. Director Jane Ragsdale was a camper herself who always wanted to run a camp. She became program director when she was 21, and after 12 summers in that role, became director. 2015 was her 50th consecutive summer to be at camp in some capacity.

We offer two- and four-week sessions. All campers are asked to take Red Cross swim lessons, field sports and horseback riding. There is a list of some 50 electives that campers can choose from to round out their schedules, so there is something for everyone--from the most athletic to the most creative. The emphasis is on learning new skills in a fun environment.

New campers draw from a hat to determine tribe affiliation. The friendly competitive spirit of the tribes are infectious!

Campers leave their electronics at home and learn to live and relate to each other the old fashioned way.

Counselors arrive a minimum of one week before campers to take skills certification courses and learn all about how The Heart operates.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Heart LITes are too old to be campers but haven't had a year of college, so don't qualify to be counselors. They may apply to come as volunteers.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S):
Triple S Retreats: Mother-Daughter at Heart
April 28-May 1, 2016
Sept. 2-5, 2016

Open House tours at The Heart
Saturday, March 19, 2016

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please see more details on our website, or feel free to call or email us. We're friendly!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2016 DATES
First Term (ages 6-16)
Sunday, June 5—Saturday, July 2, $4,925*
Split 1A Sunday, June 5—Saturday, June 18, $2,800*
Split 1B Sunday, June 19—Saturday, July 2, $2,800 *
Second Term (ages 6-16)
Saturday, July 9—Friday, Aug. 5, $4,925*
Split 2A Saturday, July 9—Friday, July 22, $2,800*
Split 2B Saturday, July 23—Friday, Aug. 5, $2,800*
June + July Terms (ages 6-16) Sunday, June 5—Friday, Aug. 5 (campers go with families on break July 2-8), $9,260*
*discounts may apply

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire role model counselors, energetic and fun young women who can organize and teach skills to campers. Also limited openings for support staff: horseback, office, maintenance, kitchen.

CAMP FACILITIES: All of our facilities are brand new, purpose designed, barrier free facilities including a huge dining hall, theater quality stage (with dressing rooms), challenge course, horse arena, gymnasium, pool, lazy river, and much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Morgan's Wonderland Camp is designed to allow campers of all ages and abilities the opportunity to participate in camp activities. Many of our campers have never had the opportunity to go to camp due to special needs and MWC breaks down those barriers allowing them the full camp experience.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All of our staff receive professional development from our full-time leadership staff that they can use for a lifetime regardless of their career path.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Morgan's Wonderland Camp hosts week long partner camps during the summer as well as weekend camps and retreats throughout the year.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Fresh Air. Majestic Views. Smiling Faces. Phenomenal Experiences. These things and more await you at Morgan’s Wonderland Camp(MWC). Located in San Antonio, TX, Morgan's Wonderland Camp is a brand new, ultra-accessible™ camp for all ages and abilities, with a special emphasis on giving people with physical and cognitive challenges an opportunity to enjoy summer-camp-type activities alongside guests without special needs. If this gets your creative juices flowing and/or made you crack a hint of a smile, this may be the job for you. MWC is currently looking for fun, adventurous people to serve as Summer Program Staff from May to August of 2021. For more information and to apply, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.morganswonderlandcamp.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Participate and hone your trumpet skills in workshops, clinics, master classes and ensemble playing. Students are treated at the end of each day with a recital by the faculty. An final trumpet extravaganza will end the camp with everyone performing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Darryl Bayer, camp director is the Artistic Director of The Woodlands Symphony and principal trumpet of the Texas Brass. Our goal is to give trumpet players the experience needed to make wise choices whenever they pick up the horn to play.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuesday June 18 and Wednesday June 19 from 9AM to 5PM. $100 includes lunch both days. Learn more about the instructors, link to sign up and free trumpet tips:
Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an approximately 4,000 square foot indoor therapy facility including a large sensory gym.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are led by licensed Occupational, Speech or Physical Therapists, except art and music which are led by certified teachers.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Kidz Therapy Zone is an outpatient pediatric Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapy facility.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions run from June 9 to August 21, 2014. Please go to our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.kidztherapyzone.com for complete information or call 214.509.6961.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 songwriting and song production studios, a performance stage (100 seating capacity), dance center, 12 private lesson studios for piano, guitar, drums and voice, video center, social media center, and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Choose from LA LA LA LA LA - 5 DAYS IN LOS ANGELES. LA is a mecca for pop-music fans, and a mecca for musicians too. Aspiring musicians find their niches in neighborhoods such as Echo Park, Highland Park, Koreatown, Chinatown, Venice or any other of the city's many thriving spots. Influential English DJ and radio personality Pete Tong has called Los Angeles "the center of the universe" for electronic dance music. LA is the home of iconic musicians including The Doors, Tupac Shakur, Guns N' Roses, and many others. In LA, you'll participate in music workshops, a backstage audio tour and perform at the world famous Disney Concert Hall, go on a behind the scenes tour of The Los Angeles Recording School, tour at the Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and TBWA\CHIAT\DAY, enjoy a day at Universal Studios Hollywood, tour the music and arts historical scene of North Hollywood, enjoy lunch at Grand Central Market, explore and perform at Universal CityWalk, explore the Santa Monica Pier and the Original Farmers Market & Grove Mall

LET IT BE 7 DAYS IN LONDON. London has long been a magnet for and producer of some of the world's most famous musicians. You'll perform at London historical and modern venues, participate in creative workshops, tour and perform at the Roundhouse Performing Arts Center, check out the impressive instrument collection at the Horniman Musuem, participate in a Musical Instruments around the World Workshop, attend a live showing of Stomp, enjoy a live performance at the Royal Albert Hall, embark on a Classic Rock & Beatles Sites tour of London, enjoy an evening of live music and a day trip to Stonehenge & Salisbury, enjoy lunch and free time wandering along vibrant Denmark Street in Soho, otherwise known as "Tin Pan Alley", explore the memorabilia and food at the Hard Rock Cafe, explore iconic venues like the 100 Club, which has hosted everyone from Mick Jagger to The Clash and The Sex Pistols and take the Rock n Roll Walk Tour to explore London's legendary back alleys. At smaller venues like Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, the Half Moon, the Camden Roundhouse, and Barfly you'll find up-and-coming artists. You'll take in the history of the city at the center of the swinging '60s at Abbey Road Studios, where the likes of The Beatles and Pink Floyd recorded. From traditional pubs to massive arenas, there's live music in every corner of the city.

LIVE THE MUSIC 6 DAYS IN NASHVILLE & MEMPHIS. Nicknamed "Music City", Nashville is home to hundreds of live music venues. Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Taylor Swift are just a few of the big names to come from here. Before you even get the chance to explore sights like the Country Music Hall of Fame and The Johnny Cash Museum, you'll be treated to live music right at the airport. Downtown "Music City," the home of country and western, is full of bars and clubs where you'll find live music on almost any night. The Grand Ole Opry radio show has been broadcasting to millions every week since 1925, and the Ryman Auditorium, where it was originally held, will be visited. Then there's the Country Music Hall of Fame, which is full of historic records, memorabilia, and instruments from the greats like Earl Scruggs and Johnny Cash.

Memphis isKnown as both the "Home of the Blues" and the "Birthplace of Rock n' Roll", Memphis is home to Graceland (Elvis' mansion) and the famous Stax Museum of American Soul (honoring the label that launched the careers of Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes). Memphis is the home of the blues and a key center for gospel and soul music. It was here in the early 1950s that rock'n'roll was born. Since the early 20th century, the Beale Street neighborhood has been a center of African-American clubs and bars. The "Father of the Blues" W.C. Handy wrote "Beale Street Blues" in honor of the street where you'll find countless venues, including B.B. King's Blues Club.

Our tour includes participating in a music clinic and performing at Vanderbilt University, attending a live performance of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, tour and enjoy a live performance at the Grand Ole Opry, visit Sun Studios, where the likes of Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis recorded, and a young unknown named Elvis Presley cut his first single, in 1954. The great Stax Record - the company behind Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and Booker T - and the MG's were based here, too, tour the Ryman Auditorium and Museum, visit Creative Artists Agency, participate in music, choreography, and acting classes at the Orpheum Theatre, guided Tour of Graceland, walking tour to view the Music City Walk of Fame, explore the Country Museum Hall of Fame and Museum and dine at the Wildhorse Saloon – southern food, live-music acts, dance lessons, the Opry Backstage Grill – live country music in a fun & lively atmosphere and B.B. King's – enjoy live blues music & Southern food.

HOT CALIENTE HOT 6 DAYS IN MIAMI/HAVANA. There's more to the Miami music scene than meets the eye. From the outside, it may look like it's all DJs and Spanish music, but dig deeper into the city and you'll find a wealth of locals rocking out at every type of venue to everything from Latin fusion to indie funk to slow jazz to hip-hop. Havana has a hugely diverse music scene, reflecting the generations of migrants and slaves brought here, each with their own musical culture. African rhythms and percussion have been molded with Spanish guitars and traditions to form genres like mambo, son Cubano, charanga, Cuban jazz, habanera, and cha-cha-cha. You'll find music in the bars and cafés across Havana, especially in the Old Town of Havana.

Out tour includes visiting and performing at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, tour the University of Miami Frost School of Music, participate in a music lesson workshop at the music school and enjoy a live professional music performance, go on a behind the scenes tour at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), participate in an Afro-Cuban dance workshop, enjoy dinner at Larios on the Beach, Gloria and Emilio Estefan's restaurant, explore South Beach and explore Wynwood - street performance opportunity. In Havana you'll participate in an Afro-Cuban Percussion music workshop, attend a local concert, enjoy live Cuban music with dinner, perform at a local venue, go on a guided tour of Old Havana (Havana Vieja) and witness the famous "Cañonazo de las 9".

A NEW YOUR STATE OF MIND 5 DAYS IN THE BIG APPLE - New York has churned out groups like the Beastie Boys, The Velvet Underground, Wu-Tang Clan, and The Ramones, just to name a few. From hip hop to punk, the city is filled with outdoor and indoor music stops to explore. New York is the city where doo-wop originated, where bebop and hip hop have their roots, and disco began. Today the city is home to bands like The Strokes and Beach Fossils, as well as the New York Philharmonic and Broadway for fans of the classics and musical theatre. Brooklyn also hosts a thriving music scene, with venues such as Baby's All Right in Williamsburg and the Ailent Barn in Bushwick, catering to the newest projects.

Our tour includes attending two Broadway musical play performances, including The Lion King, participating in two music workshops led by local professional musicians and Broadway actors, a Jazz battle workshop and live Jazz performance at the National Jazz Museum in Harlem a live concert and performance at Carnegie Hall, walking tour of Harlem, tour the Apollo Theater, walking tour of Central Park, including the Dakota & Strawberry Fields, ascend to the Top of the Rock, explore Chelsea Market, the Highline, Chelsea & Greenwich Village, perform at a venue in the Village, and tour Lower Manhattan, Wall Street, 9/11 Memorial, and more

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We provide a number of scholarships for our Summer Music Camp Programs as well as Scholarships for our 9 and 12 month contracts.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We provide PRIVATE, SEMI-PRIVATE AND GROUP LESSONS IN ARTIST DEVELOPMENT, VOICE, PIANO, GUITAR, DRUMS, DJ. RAP. DANCE, ACTING FOR SOCIAL MEDIA, SONGWRITING, STAGE PRESENCE throughout the year.

OTHER CAMP INFO: About Septien Entertainment Group and Linda Septien
Established in 1986, more than 16000 music artists have participated in programs at the #1 music artist development center in the US. Alumni include Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Kacey Musgraves, Jessica Simpson, Ashlee Simpson, Kidz Bop, Ryan Cabrera, Cameron, Mitchel, Hunter Parish and many others who have appeared on The Voice, America's Got Talent, American Idol and in TV shows, feature films, national commercials and more.

Linda Septien is a music artist development professional with 25+ years of experience, whose success is measured by the number of successful pop icons she has prepared, trained and helped launch into thriving careers. Linda is known as the Kingpin of Pop Talent, one of the top 5 talent coaches in the world (as featured in the #1 NY Times Bestseller, 'The Talent Code' by Daniel Coyle), internationally recognized as an authority on all phases of talent development and launching a singer's career, an expert in developing young artists and as the keynote speaker for medical, legal, and music seminars and festivals focusing on the vocal and legal challenges of today's artist as well as the fascinating "branding lanes" now available to artists.

Septien features a team of hand-picked coaches with the highest degree of skill and artistry. All instructors are certified by Linda Septien & are taught The Septien Method™—Linda's personal method of vocal & performance instruction. Linda adds, "Our teachers are so awesome they tailor a lesson plan specifically for our artists, targeting those areas that will have the most impact on their development."

For more information, call 972-392-2810, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.theseptiengroup.com or come visit our 15000sqft state of the art facility located at 2015 Midway Road, #107, Carrollton, TX 75006.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, Start here: Our Camp Website Link: www.theseptiengroup.com
For the PR: Our Camp Website Link: www.prlog.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an outdoor pool with two 100-foot water slides, a lazy river, shaded basketball courts, tennis courts, a full-size football field, a full-length Go-Kart track, an eight-room, a petting zoo, two story fine arts facility built in 2019, a six-sided rock wall with zip-line, swim bay with inflatable water elements, a fleet of five speedboats for water sports, and five jet-skis used for tubing along with various other sports and activity facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Champions specializes in two and three-week sessions where we create a loving (and tech-free!) community and encourage every camper to discover the best versions of themselves. Check us out at Our Camp Website Link: workatchampions.com

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Mission: Our Teen Program is a service and character building program that facilitates the growth of young men and women who desire to be challenged in their transition to adulthood, rather than lingering in a continuation of childhood.

How do you actually practice leadership? We give you real situations that will help you develop the skills that make other people want to be a part of your journey.

Each year of the program has a theme that is associated with the specific skills you will build:

Heart of a Champion: Find where your heart is and the type of person you are inclined to be, while acknowledging that society is likely to pull you in a different direction.

Spirit of a Champion: We help you develop and hone the skills you will need to follow your own path.

Legacy of a Champion: Literally go into the woods and write a mission statement for what that path is.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out our Dates and Rates page for complete information on our session dates and pricing: Our Camp Website Link: campchampions.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are now hiring counselors for summer 2023!

Check out our staff website here: Our Camp Website Link: workatchampions.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Cultural Dance and Art Camp:
Join us for a a 4-day after school pre-summer camp exploring movement and creativity. See how similar, and how different dance is around the world by exploring world cultures through art and dance.

Dance Discoveries - Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet:
Dance Discoveries is designed to give children the opportunity to explore dance and related art forms. Through music, story, dance, and the visual arts, children will discover, create, and have fun. This summer's Dance Discoveries theme will be Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet. Children will learn about some of the favorite ballets that have a story around magic and magical fun. Classical ballets such as Cinderella, Coppelia, Swan Lake and more. Art, dance and creative learning will be a part of each day.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Cultural Dance and Art Camp:
Tuesday-Friday, May 26 - 29, 2015 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: $175

Dance Discoveries - Stories, Music & Magic of the Ballet:
August 10-14, 2015 - 8:30 -12:00 pm (Friday's informal viewing for parents begins at 11:30am)
Cost: $250

CAMP FACILITIES: We have access to all university stage & performance venues, rehearsal and practice studios.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A jam-packed four day weekend where students learn how to navigate the complex and highly competitive college audition/application process which includes:
● Master classes conducted by select college faculty members and guest artists.
● Mock dance calls and mock auditions featuring one-on-one feedback from college faculty
● Program overview presentations from each of the attending universities
● Meet & Greet networking sessions where students can get to know college faculty members
● Sessions for parents- TWU Professor Dr. Rebecca Fredrickson, shares nuts and bolts information on the audition/application process with students and parents from a parent perspective.
● Financial Planning- Doug Bryan who for the past ten years, has been showing families how to pay wholesale instead of retail for college…regardless of income.

Many of the faculty members have long and storied Broadway & professional performing, directing and educational careers. Students will work on their audition skills in master classes with amazing guest artists including:

● Ronald Dean Nolen, head of Texas Tech University Musical Theatre program
● Robert Westerberg, Broadway veteran and head of Missouri State University Musical Theatre program
● Penny Ann Maas, Broadway veteran & head of Texas Christian University Musical Theatre program
● Dave Clemmons, Broadway veteran actor & casting director & college audition prep coach
● David Gaschen, Broadway and international Phantom of the Opera star

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): ● Program overview presentations from each of the attending universities
● Meet & Greet networking sessions where students can get to know college faculty members
● Sessions for parents- TWU Professor Dr. Rebecca Fredrickson, shares nuts and bolts information on the audition/application process with students and parents from a parent perspective.
● Financial Planning- Doug Bryan who for the past ten years, has been showing families how to pay wholesale instead of retail for college…regardless of income.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Tracy Jordan, Executive Director for College Audition Prep Weekend:
“Students and parents, here’s your opportunity to build relationships with colleges you are interested in attending. Students, you have the opportunity to work one-on-one with these faculty members to improve your performance skills.”

Dave Clemmons, Broadway veteran & College Audition Coach:
“College Audition Prep Weekend and Intensive is giving these students the actual tools they need, the knowledge they need, the information they need to go in and nail the audition and convince the school they need to be there.”

Kaitlin Hopkins, Head of Musical Theatre program, Texas State University:
“That was a great experience! It prepares the students for their college auditions on so many levels.”

Jenny Phagan, Director of the Academy of Acting and Musical Theatre:
"No one knows more about high school theatre than Tracy. His passion to see young actors succeed is only outmatched by his expertise in training them to do so. We would highly recommend Tracy's College Audition Prep Weekend to any actor serious enough to take their talents to the next level of collegiate theatre."

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuition: $500
Aug. 6-9
To register or for more information visit :www.collegeauditionprepweekend.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: SMC is designed for singers and modern rock band instrumentalists. Our vocalist track will teach students proper breathing and singing techniques, using chorale, show tunes, and a cappella pieces. Our rock band track is created specifically to challenge singers and students on drums, piano/keys, ukulele, bass, acoustic, and electric guitar players.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are passionate about serving our community, so we created scholarships for any families who might need one. Or two. Please register for Summer Music Camp to receive a link for our scholarship application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Funkytown Music Academy offers you the chance to work with exceptional teachers to become the musician you are meant to be. From beginners to advanced students, you can learn to play the piano, violin, guitar, and to sing and enjoy each step of the way.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Music Camp is $149 per student. Scholarships for deserving students are available. See Our Camp Website Link: www.funkytownmusicfw.com for details.

CAMP FACILITIES: Upright Theatre Company has a large studio equipped with dance floors, lighting and sound systems, and a 20-foot mirror that is perfect for performing arts instruction.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Upright Performing Arts offers high-quality classes and camps that develop performing arts skills in a professional, safe, and nurturing environment. Under the direction of industry professionals, students ages 3 to 18 will learn and develop skills in acting, dance, and musical theatre.

At Upright Theatre Company, we understand the profound effect that the arts can have on an individual. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our students by encouraging empathy, compassion, creative thinking, and self-esteem.

Classes at Upright Performing Arts include connections to Social and Emotional Learning concepts that help students become well-rounded, responsible individuals. SEL concepts include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

All instructors at Upright Theatre Co. have passed background checks and are certified in CPR and Ministry Safe.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the performing arts, Upright Theatre Company has an educational opportunity for you.

Enter Upright…Enroll Today!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available! To apply for a full or partial scholarship, please email our Education Department for more information.​

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Upright Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers year-round performing arts classes and a full season of productions for both youth and adults. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for more details on all of the fun and exciting camps we offer.

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: We have 6 cabins, 20 motel rooms, pool, lots of recreation, two bodies of water, lots of meeting rooms, both indoor and outdoor.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Eco Camp (Ages 8-12) Environmental camp for younger campers.

Adventure Camp (Ages 12-16) Survival camp that includes cooking over camp fires and survival skills.

M.A.D. (Music, Art, & Drama) Camp (Ages 12-16)

S.A.L.T. (Service And Leadership Training, Ages 15-16)

Two Week Internship (Ages 16-17) Interested in getting a taste in being a staff member? This is the camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: SALT (Service and Leadership Training) campers will have the opportunity to serve the greater camp community while learning ways to engage others in team building initiatives, problem solving, communication and servant-hood. Putting leadership skills into actions, SALT campers will be partially responsible for the mini-campers and will help with the daily ministry operations of the camp. High ropes, including the zip-line and power pole as well as mountain biking, along with other traditional camp activities round out the week of fun and spiritual growth as a SALT participant.

Gilmont Interns participate in a two week camp experience. The first week, they participate with the SALT program and the second week they serve more in an assistant counselor role. If participant is 16 years old the first day of camp, they must have gone through the SALT program. Interns learn teaching techniques; go through discussions in delivery of low ropes course initiatives; help plan and deliver vesper services with guidance from the Spiritual Adviser; plan and teach with one other intern and program staff activities in the second week; take part in and understand all specialty camps; and, discover the fun and responsibilities of becoming a counselor.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Full Week of Camp $575

* Great Gluten Escape $575
* Minicamp ½ Week, Cost of Camp: $367
* Two Week Internship $236

What other financial assistance is available?
Families with Multiple Campers - $585 for first child, $385 for each additional child.

Payment Plans and Flexibility - Register now and make automatic or voluntary monthly payments toward camp as low as $50 per month. It is no problem to switch weeks later if needed.

Camperships - Camperships (camp scholarships) are still available for families needing additional assistance – applications available through the Gilmont office, due May 1, 2016.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Circle of Friends Camp is for children with developmental disabilities and their families. Because of the generosity of others, it is a free weekend to all who attend. Look around this site to see what all goes on during Circle of Friends. For complete info please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.gilmont.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1- June 19-25
Discovery Camp #1 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #1 Ages 11-14 $575
S.A.L.T. Camp #1 Ages 15-16 $585

Session 2- June 26-July 2
Discovery Camp #2 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #2 Ages 11-14 $575
Adventure Camp Ages 12-16 $585

Session 3- July 3-9
Discovery Camp #3 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #3 Ages 11-14 $575
S.A.L.T. Camp #2 Ages 15-16 $585
M.A.D. Camp Ages 12-16 $585

Session 4- July 10-16
Discovery Camp #4 Ages 7-10 $575
Explorer Camp #4 Ages 11-14 $575
Eco Camp Ages 8-12 $585

Great Gluten Escape July 24-30

MINI CAMP DATES (AGES 6-8)
Mini Camp #1: June 22-25, 2016 $367
Mini Camp #2: July 6-9, 2016 $367

SUMMER CAMP INTERNSHIP (AGES 16-17)
Internship #1: June 19-July 2 $236
Internship #2: July 3-16 $236

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Gilmont’s Summer Staff consists of students between the ages of 18 and 25. They are young adult role models that serve as the backbone for our summer. They care for the campers 24/7, facilitate recreation, participate in Bible study... and ... let's just say they do pretty much everything that needs to happen to make camp run and be fun.

For any questions please feel free to call us at (903)797-6400 or apply today at Our Camp Website Link: www.gilmont.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our art school is fully stocked with everything needed to be as creative as possible and our fitness offerings include weights, yoga, and outside activity. Our indoor space is 1400 square feet with 2 bathrooms and our outdoor area is 1/2 acre of green space.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Upcoming activities include:

*Art : Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Painting, Printmaking, Expressive Drawing, Mixed Media, Nature Art, Fiber Arts, 3D Arts

*Movement : Yoga, Free-Style Dance, Outdoor Activities such as basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, Jenga, etc.

*Skills for Life: Use of simple tools (hammers, screwdrivers, etc.), change a tire, nutrition, creating a simple menu, food preparation, money management (age-appropriate content), sewing, daily planning, manners, and gardening.

Our art school is fully stocked with everything needed to be as creative as possible and our Creative Director, Rachael Maly, has been working with youth for over 20 years in the Arts Department. She is also a licensed Art Therapist. Our Fitness Director, Lola Scarborough, is a 500-HR certified yoga and fitness teacher, and has a strong background in nutrition and physical fitness and life coaching with teens. She is also the owner of The Health Hut (formerly Yoga Lola Studios) which has been in business for 14 years.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: During the school year Art, Movement, & Life Skills Academy offers day-time programs for homeschoolers and evening enrichment programs.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our summer camp programs run weekly in June and July 2021. The are each 3-day long camps and are from 10-3PM on those days. Please see our website for complete information on registration, tuition, and discounts.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 44 buildings in all including classroom buildings, dorms, a gym, a black box space, a proscenium stage, practice rooms, a recital hall, and faculty houses. Arts facilities include the Helm Fine Arts Center featuring the Temple Family Theatre, a 410-seat performance venue and proscenium stage; a 100-seat recital hall; and an open-air portico overlooking Lake Austin. In addition to Helm, the campus boasts Hines Hall Black Box Theatre, two additional rehearsal/performance spaces, and the Clayton dance studio.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Philosophy: Texas Arts Project offers a personalized artistic journey combining inter-disciplinary course work, individual attention from industry professionals, artistic challenges encouraging growth, and a safe space for students from all backgrounds to overcome personal artistic obstacles. Fast-paced, professional-style rehearsals and film shoots allow campers to excel as both artists and people.

What separates Texas Arts Project from other summer programs? A Safe Environment St. Stephen's boarding school is tucked away on 300 acres of Texas hill country, with 24 hour security.

Quality Instruction: The faculty and staff members are chosen based on professional and instructional expertise. All faculty members are of the highest caliber as both artists and educators. There is no benchmark at TAP camp. We believe that with direction and motivation, each camper can push beyond his or her perceived personal limitations.

Individual Attention: The faculty and staff take pride in making sure all students receive personalized training. Teachers use the small classes as an opportunity to advance and enhance each student's personal journey.

Results: Campers leave with a sense of personal fulfillment, often exhibiting greater self-confidence, a deeper passion for their art form and a true commitment to themselves, their art, and the people around them. Our campers study acting, film, dance, musical theatre, and technical theatre at top universities around the world. We are equally proud of our campers in med school, law school, and business school. Please visit our website for testimonials and more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: texasartsproject.com for complete info.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Shane New York is located on 120 acres just 2 hours north of New York City in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. 10 minutes from the 600,000 acre Catskill Forest Preserve. Lush playing fields, world-famous forests and extensive facilities. Superb climate; comfortable days, cool nights and mornings. Perfect for outdoor activities.

Unsurpassed custom-designed facilities uniquely offered only in New York such as our go cart track, dune buggie off-road course, rope course, and on-site river with multiple whirlpools and waterfalls. Lakefront Adventure Center on our 9 mile long stunning lakefront property near camp featuring water-skiing, tubing, banana boats and Jet Ski rides. We are the only weight loss in camp in the world that owns its own camp grounds, your assurance of quality.

We run an awesome, exciting and fun camp, a program loaded with hilarious and fun activities that our creative staff created from scratch. And you will not find them at other camps.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our caring, fun, and nurturing counselors help provide a wonderful environment for our campers. Our focus is on fun as much as on weight loss. Our goal is to have your camper leave armed with the knowledge to continue maintaining their weight loss goals. We offer three, six and nine week sessions throughout the summer with available weekly extensions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited Tuition Assistance is available for families in financial need.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Other Camp Locations:

ARIZONA: Camp Shane Arizona located at the naturally beautiful Orme School with 360 degree views of distant mesas and mountains boasting 19th century ranch buildings is truly a place to laugh, learn and lose weight. At an elevation of 4000 feet the climate is remarkably ideal without the intense heat of southern Arizona. This camp is unique in that it offers 25,000 acres for horseback riding as well as the facility offers climate controlled indoor gymnasiums, green playing fields and lawns and a beautiful outdoor pool. Campers ranging in age from 8 – 18 can take advantage of two, four or six week sessions at an affordable price. Your camper will experience a life change they will never forget.

CALIFORNIA: At Camp Shane California you will enjoy the breathtaking 225 acre California Lutheran University campus situated between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. With a climate controlled state of the art fitness center, a variety of outdoor sporting facilities, a huge aquatic center and 6 brand new tennis courts Camp Shane California will transform your camper’s life. Our focus is always on having fun combined with a balance of fitness and nutrition for a truly life-changing experience. We offer two, four and six week sessions that are sure to meet your budgetary needs. With our proven program your camper is guaranteed to lose weight and gain a healthy outlook to last a lifetime.

GEORGIA: Camp Shane Georgia’s campus is located at Emmanuel College in northeast Georgia in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. An hour and a half drive from Atlanta, Georgia it's a quiet and safe setting on 200 acres. All facilities air-conditioned and it boasts an indoor 9-lane collegiate size pool, Aquatic Center, 4000 Sq.ft. air-conditioned Fitness Center with state of the art wellness equipment, fabulous new dormitories, quad style with one or two campers sharing a bathroom. Minutes from Georgia state parks, river activities, and Lake Hartwell. It's a wonderful place to experience summer fun while learning about nutrition, healthy cooking and fitness.

TEXAS: Camp Shane Texas is set on a lovely 83-acre, beautifully landscaped and wooded campus with attractive and well kept facilities in gorgeous Texas Hill Country setting. Dormitories are modern with custom furniture, granite bathroom counter tops and polished concrete floors. All sport facilities, dorms and classrooms are air conditioned. There is an outdoor classroom, garden, orchard, chicken coop, and miles of nature trails as well as a state-of-the-art weight room, fitness center, multi-purpose room, two gymnasiums and a new indoor swimming pool. Wholesome and nutritious Shane approved healthy menu prepared on-site. We are not a fat camp nor are we a boot camp. We combine all the fun of traditional summer camp with the benefits of weight loss.

WISCONSIN: Camp Shane Wisconsin is set on 80 acres, located off the shore of Lake Michigan. Dorms are newly constructed, modern and fully air-conditioned. There is an extensive, state of the art, multi-million-dollar fitness center and large grass playing fields to run fun fitness activities outdoors. The property also boasts an Olympic size indoor swimming pool – great for water exercise. Extensive walking paths on the grounds allow for easy exercise and a scenic river runs through the campus which is suitable for kayaking. Campers can relax in a beautiful, modern lounge and use the theatre for performance arts activities and to watch movies. Our program features our healthy yet delicious portion controlled foods.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 Session Dates

Arizona - 2 Week Session Dates

Session 1: June 11 - June 25, 2017
Session 2: June 25 - July 9, 2017
Session 3: July 9 - July 23, 2017

California - 2 Week Session Dates

Session 1: June 17 - July 1, 2017
Session 2: July 1 - July 15, 2017
Session 3: July 15 - July 29, 2017

Georgia - 2 Week Session Dates

Session 1: June 10 - June 24, 2017
Session 2: June 24 - July 8, 2017
Session 3: July 8 - July 22, 2017

New York

Session 1: June 21 - July 10, 2017: 3 weeks
Session 2: June 21 - July 31, 2017: 6 weeks
Session 3: June 21 - August 19, 2017: 9 weeks
Session 4: July 10 - August 19, 2017: 6 weeks
Session 5: July 31 - August 19, 2017: 3 weeks

Texas - 2 Week Session Dates

Session 1: June 10 - June 24, 2017
Session 2: June 24 - July 8, 2017
Session 3: July 8 - July 22, 2017

Wisconsin - 2 Week Session Dates

Session 1: June 10 - June 24, 2017
Session 2: June 24 - July 8, 2017
Session 3: July 8 - July 22, 2017

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Directors, head staff, counselors, photographers, videographers, office support, nutrition instructors and many more. See complete job details, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.campshane.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: THE LOWDOWN: Each camp is uniquely themed A strongly creative foundation to exploring music Good balance of work and play An enthusiastic and skilled faculty Suzuki rooted pedago

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp #1 18th - 29th June 2018
Camp #2 9th - 20th July 2018

Both Camps run Monday to Friday, 9am - 4pm each day.

$650 per camp

CAMP FACILITIES: Camps take place in a working 165 seat theater located in the North Dallas area.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: June: Cinderella Camps
3 Week teen camp: June 6-24, M-F 10:00-3:30 (see web site for time details). Tuition: $525
One week camps for ages 7-11: June 13-17 or June June 20-24. M-F 10:00-12:30. Tuition: $250.

July Beauty & the Beast Camps
3 Week teen camp: July 11-29, M-F 10:00-3:30 (see web site for time details). Tuition: $525.
One week Camps for ages 7-11: July 18-22 or July 25-25 M-F 10:00-12:30. Tuition: $250.

Camps culminate in Saturday performances at the theater.
Professional instruction. Tuition includes instruction, materials and costumes. Tickets sold separately. No bulk tickets to buy.
$35 annual membership fee required. Teacher/student ratio 1/15.

* Voted best theater classes for you-Dallas Morning News
* Nickelodeon Parents' Pick
* Best director in Dallas 2020- The Dallas Observer
* Celebrating 36 years of quality theater arts and arts education.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more details visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.rcttheatre.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Olympia has outstanding facilities, including a swimming pool, challenge course, as well as fields and courts for many activities. While most of the activities take place on a 101-acre location, camp has access to hundreds of additional acres of private land. We improve the facility each year with additions and enhancements so campers are always in for a treat when they return. Additions within the last 5 years include our new climbing wall at our swimming pool, new lakeside Olympiatheater that is perfect for Talent Show, New Cluster of Cabins (our largest cluster of cabins ever!), 2-Person Zip Line at the Challenge Course, a Water Balloon Battle Station at the pool, and Aqua Inflatables for both the pool and waterfront! Camp just keeps getting better and better!!!

While Olympia is located on the breezy shores of Lake Livingston, it does get warm in Texas during the summer. Unlike most of the other camps in Texas, all of the cabins, bathrooms, our dining hall, and many of the enclosed areas are air conditioned. Air conditioned cabins make sleeping at night much more comfortable!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Olympia has gone above and beyond many private camps to demonstrate our commitment to safety by complying with the accreditation standards of the American Camping Association (ACA). To earn accreditation, we comply with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. During our latest accreditation visit, we made a perfect score complying with all 200+ standards.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Camp Olympia Leadership Program (CLP) is the pinnacle of an Olympia camper’s tenure at camp and a once-in-a-lifetime experience! It is a program for prior Camp Olympia campers who are sixteen years of age by July 1.

The CLP Program offers a unique summer camp adventure as it combines a Camp Olympia experience in Texas with a week-long Colorado adventure, including: leadership training, lifeguard and first aid training and certification, rock-climbing, team ropes course and initiatives, whitewater rafting, and climbing a mountain together as a team. This special camp program focuses on building leaders, fostering teamwork and improving self-confidence.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The camp fun at Camp Olympia continues after summer! There are many special events planned throughout the year for kids, teens, and parents too! Whether you are interested in learning more about Camp Olympia or have been a part of the Camp Olympia family during its 50+ year history, we encourage you to join us at one or more of our events throughout the year. We have parties, family camps, alumni reunions, and so much more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2020 Summer Dates

Term 2: June 28 – July 11 (14 days)

Term 3: July 12 – July 25 (14 days)

Term 4: July 26 – August 8 (14 days)

Term 5: August 9 – August 16 (7 days)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Olympia’s summer camp counselor staff is a select group of caring, loving individuals who have a heart for children. Camp Olympia has summer camp job openings and we want you! We are looking for college-age students to be a role model for young children and make a positive difference in their life. At Camp Olympia our counselors impact campers and lead through their lives, by loving on one another, and by the daily examples they set.

CAMP FACILITIES: 8 dance studios and theater.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Voted best Camp in Austin by Nurture My Child for 2 years in a row.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available by application review: vicki.parsons[AT]balletaustin.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dance workshops and camps offered for children and families all year: Our Camp Website Link: balletaustin.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, Please Visit: Our Camp Website Link: balletaustin.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: educationinaction.org for a complete list of camp dates and themes.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT or Leader in Training and
CIT or Counselor in Training.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available through Open Doors Scholarship Program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp, August 29-31

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Custom Retreats, Girl & Boy Scout Weekends, Church / School / Family Groups, 4H Partnerships, etc.