Best Minnesota Performing Arts Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Here, you will find camps that are socially enriching, academically challenging, rewarding, and fun! We offer a wide range of unique programs to allow your child to experience different opportunities for growth, learning, and excitement in a safe and welcoming environment. Like our programs during the school year, students will experience high-quality education and support from highly trained and experienced staff.

All of our services are individualized for each student. Within each program, students are grouped based on academic and social needs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited Scholarships Available

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Academy of Russian Ballet Summer Dance Programs offer comprehensive training in Russian classical ballet technique (Vaganova syllabus) and skills development. For four hours each day, dancers will participate in ballet class focusing on the barre, center work and jumps, Pointe work, and variations from classical ballets such as “Sleeping Beauty” “Giselle” “Corsair” and many more.

With his unique knowledge of the Vaganova Method, Mr. Nikolai Morschakov will emphasize basic stance and correct placement, turnout, aplomb, epaulment and port de bras as well as simple batterie and turns on two legs and on one leg. An exciting opportunity to increase skill, knowledge, technique, and endurance.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
INTENSIVE BALLET CAMP (Ages 13-18)
Ballet, Pointe and Variations
9:00-1:00 Monday-Friday
Partnering, Contemporary Ballet, Aerial Ballet
2:00-4:00 Monday-Friday

INTENSIVE MINI BALLET CAMP (Ages 8-12)
Ballet, Pointe and Variations
9:00-1:00 Monday-Friday

All-day camp available for ages 10 and over.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MDAW’s Format Encourages Skill-Building.
MDAW offers instructional workshops tailored to specific age groups. We work with area educators to provide a comprehensive curriculum that readies students at every level with evidence and skills for the next debate season.

MDAW Students Get TONS of Practice.
We offer practice debates and skill-building drills nearly every day of camp. Middle school students find friendly competition in a full length debate at the end of their weekly sessions – so students can get a feel for the tournament experience. For high school students each session offers a number of full-length debates throughout their camp stay. In addition to this, staff facilitate re-dos, provide feedback, and create concrete steps for the student to continue improvement while at camp, carrying those skills into the competitive season.

MDAW Faculty Work Hard.
We have incredibly experienced, talented folks working with students on a day-to-day basis. We make sure that students are exposed to a variety of styles while ensuring they can focus on skills and strategies they’ll use throughout the year. Our goal is to attract the best talent to our workshop so that students who attend MDAW will be prepared to have a successful season and build community.

MDAW is Budget Conscious.
Our workshop operates on a not-for-profit basis. We run MDAW out of a desire to increase local opportunities for excellent debate instruction, not to make money. Tuition and room/board expenses are pegged to cost of running the workshop and providing fair salaries for staff. Scholarships are available, so don’t hesitate to contact us even though financial constraints may be a problem. We are committed to making sure no student is prevented from attending due to challenging economic circumstances, to the extent possible.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Full and partial scholarships are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
MIDDLE SCHOOL POLICY DEBATE CAMP

Is your student curious about how laws are made? Are they passionate about current affairs? Come to middle school policy debate camp and they can build their advocacy and leadership skills, while learning about the upcoming debate topic for the 2020-2021 school year. Middle school students entering 6th – 8th grade learn how to research and develop effective arguments, and have lots of practice debates and skill sessions. Students will build skills, work as a team, and make new friends!

Runs: Monday June 22, 2020 – Friday June 26, 2020
Fees: $300

MIDDLE SCHOOL SPEECH CAMP

Your student will become an effective and confident public speaker after attending middle school speech camp. Each day, students will learn leadership strategies while mastering specific skills to help them craft and deliver persuasive, informative, and entertaining speeches to audiences of all ages. Students who attend will excel in all academic courses and activities in which they have to present to diverse groups of people.

Your student will be instructed by a Nationally Board Certified Teacher who has also been Accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator.

Runs: Monday July 6, 2020 – Friday July 10, 2020
Fees: $300

MIDDLE SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE CAMP

Your student will learn to successfully debate with civility in an academic setting and gain the soft skills necessary to build consensus among people with diverse opinions after attending middle school congressional debate camp. Students will gain research, writing, and presentation skills that build from what they learned in Middle School Speech Camp (attending speech camp is helpful, but not a prerequisite). Each day students will learn strategies and best practices to help them grow as empathic listeners who can adapt messages to meet the needs of diverse audiences. Students will also learn how to respond to and successfully refute opposing arguments. After attending MDAW’s middle school congressional debate camp, students will be prepared to excel in academic courses in which they need to research, write, present, and defend positions.

Your student will be instructed by a Nationally Board Certified Teacher who has also been Accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator.

Runs: Monday July 13, 2020 – Friday July 17, 2020
Fees: $300

HIGH SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE CAMP

MDAW’s Congressional Debate Camp is designed to help congressional debate students gain competitive success at the local and national level. Students will grow as leaders while they learn strategies and techniques to help them develop the hard skills of congressional debate (research, writing, delivery, and round strategy). Students also learn the soft skills of congressional debate (being empathic listeners, promoting dockets, gaining consensus among peers, and learning to read judges).

Debaters will also learn advanced research techniques as well as how to craft legislation that debaters will vote onto the docket. Campers will work directly with Ross Eichele of Eagan High School, who has coached state champions; as well as finalists at NSDA nationals, Harvard, Glenbrooks, Berkely, MinneApple, and the Blake tournament. He is accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator and Coach, and is also a Nationally Board Certified Teacher. A camp tournament and awards ceremony will be held on the last day.

Runs: Sunday June 28, 2020 – Friday July 3, 2020

Costs:

Residential – $675 includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter – $475 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt

HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL TOPIC POLICY DEBATE

Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop (MDAW) has provided high school national topic policy debate summer camp for 17 years. MDAW is a partnership between the Minnesota Urban Debate League (a program of Augsburg University) and the University of Minnesota Debate Team. What sets the MDAW apart from other policy debate camps? Community. MDAW believes strongly in the importance of developing positive relationships between staff and students – along with growing our own leadership. The vast majority of our staff were participants themselves in MDAW.

The other core principle of the MDAW experience is that debate is learned by doing. Students will have a practice debate almost every day at camp. MDAW is where we learn new arguments, research new topics, and try-on new ideas. Camp experience also includes a camp tournament and awards ceremony.

Policy Debate Camp Option #1

EXTENDED (for advanced students):

Advanced instruction on the NSDA topic, including leadership training, argument preparation, and speaking skills, focused on national-level competition. Students will develop their leadership skills and become leaders in camp and be prepared to take on leadership experiences with their school team.

We encourage beginning students to consider the ‘Core’ session to start.

Runs: Saturday June 27, 2020 – Friday July 3, 2020

Cost for Extended session only:

Residential – $900 – includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter $775 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt.

Policy Debate Camp Option #2

CORE (for beginning and intermediate students):

Preparation for competition on the NSDA national topic, including research, skills development, strategy, and critiqued practice speeches & debates. Daily schedule includes topic lectures by licensed teachers, university instructors, and mentorship by college students. Students bolster their research skills in computer labs and research groups and have daily speeches and skill building development.

Advanced students may join this session as camp leaders.

Runs: Sunday July 5, 2020 – Wednesday July 15, 2020

Costs for Core Session Only:

Residential – $1625 – includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter $1350 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt.

CAMP FACILITIES:

Creative indoor activities will take place in the school's learning facility, performing arts center, gym and swimming pool. Outdoor adventures will play out on the school's nature trails, playgrounds, soccer field and neighboring park and lake.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselors in Training camp for students entering grades 7-9

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full Week Program - $300
Partial Week Program (your choice of three full days or five half day mornings) - $200
Afternoon Adventures (in addition to full day) - $40
Afternoon Adventures only (1-4pm only) - $200

June 18 - August 17 (no camp July 2 - 6)

Afternoon Adventure details:

June 18-22: Gardening Camp
June 25-29: Kevin Lynch Basketball Camp
July 9-13: Explore MN Biology
July 16-20: ISM Coding Camp
July 23 -27: Music and Theater Workshop 1
July 30-August 3: Science Explorers- Electrical Engineering
August 6-10: Science Explorers- Simple Machines
August 13-17: Music and Theater Workshop 2

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Dance-N-Magic we are using dance and music to inspire hearts, engage minds, create self worth, enjoy activity, and build character for our amazing students. We do this in our family friendly and welcoming atmosphere; using our excellent and engaging curriculum taught by professional educators who have a passion for dance and a passion for teaching. We are learning Dance to build confidence, skills, have Fun, and create Magic!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our St. Paul location features Dance and Music Classes in Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Dancercise Kids, Music Funtime, Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Flute, and More!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Available all 12 weeks of Summer!
10% off if you register before May 1
Full Day Camp: Full week: $295 or Single Day $65
Drop-ins Welcome!

Visit our website for complete info:
Our Camp Website Link: dancenmagic.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always accepting resumes at dancenmagic[AT]gmail.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: In addition to a 228 seat bowl-style theater, our building houses a dance studio, full rehearsal hall, and scene shop.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Spy Stories
Dive into sensational stories of spies and secret agents. Bring your favorite undercover characters and we’ll create and perform a marvelous mash-up inspired by the clandestine adventures of Spy Kids, Ben Ripley of “Spy School”, Harriet the Spy, and more. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of this workshop series.

Monday – Friday
July 14 – 18 Full Day

Hard Knock Life
Love the spotlight? Target your “triple threat” skills – singing, dancing, and acting – while rehearsing a musical medley of two great tough-it-out musical numbers for girls and boys: “Hard Knock Life” from Annie and “Seize the Day” from Newsies. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of each workshop series.

Monday – Friday
June 16 – 20 AM
July 21 – 25 PM

American Girl
Courage, honesty and strength surround every American Girl character. No matter what era she comes from, each girl exudes a positive energy. Bring your favorite character to life in an original presentation using song, dance, acting and narration. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of this workshop series.

Monday – Friday
June 16 – 20 PM

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: At Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, we are committed to providing high-quality learning and performing opportunities to students of all ages. Our popular workshops offer students the opportunity to develop performing skills and build self-confidence through exercises in song, stage movement, voice projection, acting technique, improvisation, and more. We offer three full seasons - Summer, Fall, and Winter/Spring - of workshop classes for all ages, as well as week-long Spring Break day camps.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: Monday – Friday, Sessions vary
Times: AM - 9am-12pm, PM - 1pm-4pm, Full Day - 9am-12pm
Cost: 1/2 day - $135, Full Day $250

Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.lyricarts.org for complete registration information and more workshops.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-25, 2020

Fee: $575

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed in the school's dorms with classes and activities taking place throughout campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Immerse yourself in opera! Vocal Artist Program brings talented high school singers from around the country together for an inspiring week of singing and performing. Singers develop the individual voice by focusing on arias and chorus pieces, with daily vocal coaching sessions and movement. Participants gain valuable experience working in a professional and nurturing environment preparing and performing incredible repertoire with other advanced musicians. Staff includes Minnesota Opera staff, Univ of MN Voice Faculty, and other local professional artists. The camp is led by Matt Abernathy, Minnesota Opera's Project Opera Music Director and Children's Chorus Master.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Needs-based scholarships are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 8-14, $950/student - this includes room and board. See website for more details.

CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is located on an island. We stay in a weatherized lodge with heat and AC, with attached bathrooms in each room. Dining is held in a dining hall, with camp facilities spread over several acres.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers will experience large and small group conversation, personal quiet time as well as campfires, crafts, swimming, games, and summer camp fun in the beauty of God’s creation!

A typical camp day looks like this:
First Word & Breakfast
Large Group Bible Study & Small Groups
Lunch
Arts & Crafts
Free Time/Swimming/Activities
Worship
Dinner
Reflection Time
Camp Game
Campfire

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available to any youth who requests it. Email staff[AT]thenamingproject.org with scholarship requests.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Support for youth on issues of coming out, families, Christianity, and general support.

Communications with parents, pastors and church staff about ministry with LGBTQ youth Advice for LGBTQ youth organizations facing issues of religion

OTHER CAMP INFO: This camp is designed for campers who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, or allies. Our focus is on building spirituality and identity through faithful community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See: Our Camp Website Link: www.thenamingproject.org

July 30-August 4, 2017
Registration fee: $300

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Learn about four areas of hip hop: popping, locking, top rocking, and breaking! Students will also learn the history and culture relevance of this dance form. Each day of camp includes 2 technique classes and a choreography class where participants will work together to create a dance that will be performed on the last day. Beginners welcomed!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 21-25
Ages 6-10 | 9:00am-12:30pm | $195
Ages 10-14 | 1:00pm-4:30pm | $195

August 4-8
Ages 6-10 | 9:00am-12:30pm | $195
Ages 10-14 | 1:00pm-4:30pm | $195

OTHER CAMP INFO: Dance Camp with American Girl Dolls June 9-12 American Girl Doll Dance Camp
Bring your favorite American Girl Doll (or another favorite doll) and enjoy a summer camp that is perfect for doll-loving girls! Camp day will be filled with crafts, games, a tea party and a Dance Lesson. All, of course, centered around their American Girl Doll! This may be favorite Day of the summer!
Please label your child’s doll and accessories.
What to bring: American Girl Doll, (or other favorite doll).

Nutcracker Dance Camp July 7-10
Nutcracker Summer Dance CampIn Nutcracker camp dancers will learn the story and dances from classical ballet Nutcracker performed by ARB students and guest artists in December 2012. As well as do arts and crafts, make up activities, where the students will participate in fun and educational art projects related to the ballet “Nutcracker”.

Carnival of the Animals Dance Camp August 11-14Academy of Russian Ballet Carnival of the Animals
This camp all about your child favorite animal. The animals are having a Carnival, there’s the majestic lion, the braying mules, the dancing elephants, and the bouncy kangaroos, even the fossils join in with a fast and rattling dance. Dancers will move and portray animals through ARB’s own choreographed “Carnival of the Animals” ballet and Camille Saint-Saens famous music.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have rustic cabins which house our campers in bunk beds. We promote people being outdoors and enjoying our surroundings. We have an outdoor basketball court, soccer field, and archery range. In addition we also swim, canoe, sail and water ski on our lake which is next to the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Voyageur is a small private camp started in 1951 by Charles P. Erdmann. Since 1984 his son John and daughter Deb have run the camp program. Steeped in tradition, CV offers a full in camp program of land and water sports plus wilderness trips. The emphasis is on participation of all activities. One well trained staff per four campers. All staff, in order to lead wilderness trips, has CPR, Wilderness First Aid and Lifeguard Training in addition to our two week staff training.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer canoe outfitting and guided trips June 1-August 31.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Boys Sessions:
June 12-July 9 $3600
June July 10-August 6 19 $3600
June 12-25 $2000
July 10-23 $2000

Girls Sessions:
June 12-21 $1350
June 22-July 1 $1350

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselor positions available.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 5 cabins with 14 bunks apiece; a beautiful, rustic lodge; playing field; softball diamond; recreation center with a full gym, climbing wall, and game room; dining hall; waterfront area for swimming and boating; low ropes challenge course; archery range; and 4 miles of hiking/biking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Koronis is part of Camp Minnesota, a non-profit organization through the United Methodist Church with camps and outdoor ministry opportunities around the state.
Since 1954, Camp Koronis has been dedicated to bringing joy to camper's lives and building their connection with Christ, Community and Creation. We are accredited through the American Camping Association (ACA) and are members of the Christian Camp & Conference Center Association (CCCA).

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Koronis' Staff-in-Training (SIT) program is a leadership development experience for teens who love camp and want to grow spiritually and in their ability to serve in a camp setting. the SIT program includes a weekend of specialized training at our Lake Koronis site, followed by two weeks at Camp Koronis, living in the cabins and helping out with three different camp sessions. SITs are mentored and directed by our SIT leader. Successful SITs will be given preference in hiring for future camp summer staff positions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Koronis through Camp Minnesota is committed to allowing anyone who wants to attend camp to do so- no camper will be turned away because they can't afford to pay. We provide funds, or “camperships”, to campers who need them most, based on individual and family needs. Our hope is that the individual’s local church, personal funds, and other sources of support will combine with campership support to cover the registration cost for one Camp Minnesota event of the camper’s choice. Please allow enough time for this application to be reviewed prior to your camp experience.
Campership Applications are available on our website and through Our Camp Website Link: www.CampMinnesota.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Koronis offers a number of family camps through Lake Koronis Retreat Center, the conference center side of our operation. Sessions include week-long family camps, weekend family retreats, a Grand Camp and adult sessions.
Visit our website for more information on our family camp sessions.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Koronis through Lake Koronis Retreat Center at Koronis Ministries, offers year-round facilities for retreats and conferences from 3-300 participants. Our retreat center offers a range a lodging options along with a full-service dining experience and year-round activities.
Visit our website for more information on our retreat and conference facilities.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Koronis offers week-long and half-week camp sessions from mid-June through Mid-August.
Sessions include Pathway Camps, Horse Camps, Teen-Specialty Camp and Teddy Bear and Trailblazer Mini-Camps.
Visit our website for complete information and up-to-date schedules.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every Summer, Camp Koronis builds a team of energetic, dedicated staff to provide an unforgettable experience for our campers. Summer staff work as counselors, life-guards, food service, maintenance, support staff, and more!
Come work as part of a close-knit team and spend 6-8 weeks enjoying a beautiful camp surrounded by nature, and making a difference in the lives of campers.  
Applications available at Our Camp Website Link: www.koronisministries.org. 
For more information visit our website, or give us a call at 320-243-4544

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Gustavus is a residential college campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This Intensive audition workshop aims to bridge the gap between high school and college for students who are serious about pursuing a career in theater performance.

The Audition Boot Camp participants will have the opportunity to work on audition techniques and monologues with master teachers and artists. This intensive weeklong training program takes advantage of its unique location in the Midwest, at the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College and our close proximity to one of the most thriving theater cities in the nation, Minneapolis, home to the world renowned Guthrie Theater.

Classes and individual coachings are led by artists and teachers from the Guthrie Theater and Gustavus� Department of Theatre and Dance. All sessions are conducted in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities which include: a 280 seat trust stage, a black box, two dance studios, and several classrooms. Students will also have access to Gustavus� Folke Bernadotte Library, and its extensive play collection, as well as computer labs throughout the campus.

The highlight of the program is our day at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, where students will have the opportunity to work with various Guthrie artists, tour the facilities and learn about the workings of a major theater organization.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 7-13, 2013

Tentative Tuition Cost (Payment plans are available)
Registration Deadline
June 1, 2013 $975
June 15, 2013 $1,200

A $100 deposit is due when registering by June 1st or 15th. The remaining tuition balance is due July 7th.

The Institute Includes...
Three meals a day prepared by our nationally recognized dining services
Housing at Gustavus Adolphus College
Photocopying, camp mementos, t-shirt and fun evening activities
Day at the Guthrie

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Stop Motion Animation [Virtual]
John Akre
Ages 10-14. June 20-24, 1-4pm, Starts June 20

Acting, Performance & Improv
Xochi de la Luna
Ages 14-17. July 11-15, 9am-12pm, Starts July 11

Reclaiming the LGBTQ+ Narrative
Atlas O. Phoenix
Ages 15-17. July 11-15, 1-4pm, Starts July 11

Filmmaking with Intention
Ryan Stopera
Ages 14-17. July 18-22, 9am-12pm, Starts July 18

Pixelation Animation: Get Physical!
Sarah Abdel-Jelil
Ages 10-14. July 25-29, 9am-12pm, Starts July 25

From Brain to Screen: Exploring Your Creative Process
Victoria Carpenter
Ages 11-14. July 25-29, 1-4pm, Starts July 25

Short Cuts: DIY Filmmaking
Gisell Calderón
Ages 11-14. August 1-5, 1-4pm, Starts August 1

Smartphone Photography
Lyn Corelle
Ages 13-17. August 15-19, 1-4pm, Starts August 15

Short Cuts
Kevin Kalla
Ages 10-13. August 29-September 2, 9am-12pm, Starts August 29

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer scholarships on a needs basis.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out our website for more info about each camp in the series! Tuition is $195 for each 5 day session.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our space is equipped with a dressing room, office, dance store, and three beautiful full sized studios. Each studio is equipped with ample air conditioning, sprung floors, and viewing windows.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $15 Off your tuition if paid for by April 15

For complete information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.creoartsconservatory.com

ALL AGES AND STAGES: Recreational dancers love to dance, but are often involved in multiple other activities. Recreational classes provide students with a taste of dance while affording them time for other activities.

Ages 18 mo. -36 mo.
Mommy and Me (18 mo.)W July 8-29 4-4:30 pm $35

AGES 3-4 DANCE CAMPS
God’s Little Prince/Princess M-W June 29-July 1 9-10am $40
God’s Little Prince/Princess M-F Aug. 3-7 9-10am $63
Hip Hop/Tumbling M-F Aug. 10-14 9-10am $63
Ages 3-4 Once-A-Week Class
Frozen ballet W July 8-29 4:30-5:30pm $50

AGES 5-6 DANCE CAMPS
Ballet M-F June 15-19 9-10am $63
Tap M-F June 15-19 10-10:30am $40
Jazz M-F June 22-26 9-10am $63 God’s Little Prince/Princess M-F Aug. 3-7 9-10am $63


AGES 5-6 ONCE-A-WEEK DANCE CLASS Ballet M July 6-27 9-10am $50 
Jazz/Hip Hop W July 8-29 9-10am $50 Tumbling M July 6-27 10-10:30am $45


AGES 5-7 DANCE CAMPS Tumbling M-F June 22-26 10-10:30 $50 Faith Based Dance M-W June 29-July1 9-11am $60 Hip Hop/Tumbling M-F Aug. 10-14 9-10am $63

AGES 5-7 ONCE-A-WEEK DANCE CLASS
Frozen ballet W July 8-29 4:30-5:30pm $50

AGES 7-8 DANCE CAMPS
Ballet M-F June 15-19 9-10am $63
Tap M-F June 15-19 10-10:30am $40
 Tumbling M-F Aug. 3-7 10-10:30am $50
Hip Hop M-F Aug. 3-7 9-10am $63

AGES 7-8 ONCE-A-WEEK DANCE CLASS Jazz/Hip Hop M July 6-27 9-10am $50
Ballet T July 7-28 9-10am $50
 Tumbling T July 7-28 10-10:30am $45


AGES 8-11 DANCE CAMPS
Tumbling M-F June 22-26 10-10:30am $50
Jazz M-F June 22-26 9-10am $63
Faith-Based Dance M-W June 29-July1 9-11am $60

AGES 9-12+ DANCE COMPOSITION
Composition (9-12) M-Th June 15-18 12:45-2:45pm $80
Composition (12+) M-Th June 15-18 12:45-2:45pm $80
Ages 9-12+ Once-A-Week Classes
 Tumbling (9-11) W July 8-29 10-10:30am $50 Ballet (ages 9-11) W July 8-29 9-10am $50 Jazz/Hip Hop (9-11) T July 7-28 9-10am $50 Ballet (12+) M July 6-27 9-10:30am $56 Leaps/Turns (12+) W July 8-29 9-10:30am $56

THE CREO DANCE BLITZ Our most comprehensive camp. Each day begins with a ballet class. Throughout the rest of each day dancers have a chance to choose between jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, or dance composition. Dancers will also learn a little about dance history, nutrition, and kinesiology.
INTERMEDIATE BLITZ FOR LEVELS 1-3, Aug. 3-6 Monday -Thursday 

Level 1 10-Noon $90

Level 2 10-1:30pm $160

Level 3 10-1:30pm $160
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED BLITZ FOR LEVELS 4-6 
 Aug. 10-13 Monday -Thursday 

Level 4-6 10-4:30pm $300 

(dancers will dance with their appropriate levels)

TECHNIQUE TRAINING
LEVEL 1 & 2

1 WEEK $42

2 WEEKS $79


LEVEL 3-6 
BALLET/CONTEMPORARY
1 WEEEK- $40

2 WEEKS- $80

3 WEEKS- $115

4 WEEKS- $145 

5 WEEKS- $175

ADD PRE-POINTE: $7 PER WEEK
 ADD POINTE: $10 PER WEEK

DANCE COMPOSITION LEVEL 3-6
 $80


LEVEL 3-6 

JAZZ & BALLET/CONTEMPORARY PACKAGE
 1 WEEK- $60

2 WEEKS-$120

3 WEEKS-$175
4 WEEKS- $225

5 WEEKS- $275

ADD PRE-POINTE: $7 PER WEEK

ADD POINTE: $10 PER SESSION

ONE WK~$80 TWO WKS~$150 THREE WKS~$230
M/T/W/TH 10:30-12
Ballet/Contemporary/Jazz/Tumbling Lvl 3-6
Wk 1 June 16-19
Wk 2 June 23-26
Wk 3 July 7-10

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our school provides mentorship training for young dancers who are aspiring to be dance instructors.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CREO provides a full service school year dance program. We train our dancers to be artists rather than competitors. Dancers enjoy an education in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, dance composition and dance arts fusion. All of our classes include activities which fuse other genres of art and dance.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Host housing is provided for an extra fee if needed.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.creoartsconservatory.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 9 lesson rooms and 2 large rooms for early childhood classes and rock band classes

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.sparkrockcamp.com for more information and to register.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Covers popping, top rocking and break dancing. Aug 5-9 at Balance Pointe Studios in St. Louis Park. Participants will learn multiple form of Hip Hop while learning of its history in the process. Beginners welcome!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 5-9

Ages 6-10 from 9:00am-12:00pm, $175
Ages 10-14 from 12:30pm-4:00pm, $205

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Cherith has a variety of cabins including both stand-alone and dormitory types. In addition, we have a recreation/dining hall, outdoor basketball courts, beautiful chapel area, many wooded paths, and a pristine lake for swimming.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Cherith's Christ-centered community creates an environment where many life-long friendships have gotten their start. Campers learn about God in an interdenominational setting through daily Bible exploration, dynamic campfire messages, and cabin devotions. And everyone participates in Morning Watch, a quiet time spent alone with God reading His Word and praying. All campers experience the thrill of success through skill-building classes. Each camper chooses two activities for the week, which they participate in daily. Our goal is to help each camper either learn a new skill or improve an existing one.

Camp Cherith's multi-age format allows same-gender siblings to attend camp together. (Parents can also come to camp as valued volunteers.) Campers are placed in divisions based on grade level and are assigned to cabins within their division. They spend about half of each day with this group, but campers of different ages do interact during meal times, free time, and various camp activities. Our younger campers look up to the bigger kids and as a result bring out a kind, nurturing spirit in the older boys and girls.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Cherith’s own staff development programs – CILT for girls and BUILT for boys – are two-year programs for campers who’ve completed tenth grade and want to develop leadership skills with an emphasis on spiritual growth. It is an intensive commitment, including the planning and implementation of various camp activities, reading and teaching assignments, and finally a week of actual counseling experience on site. It gives participants the tools necessary to serve as an effective staff member at any of the nation’s Camp Cherith locations.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships available - No one is turned away due to financial need.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother/Daughter Weekend Each September.

Family Work Weekends Each May

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.camp-cherith.com for additional information. You can also find us on Facebook at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2020 Camp Weeks: (Camp runs from Sundays – Fridays)
Boys Week 1 June 21-26

Girls Week 1 –June 28-July 3 “Here We Go Again”

Girls Week 2 – July 5-10 “My Fair Lady”

Girls Week 3 – July 12-17 “See It Here First!”

Girls Week 4 – July 19-24 “Hey Diddle Diddle”

Girls Week 5 – July 26-31: “Yee Haw” Overnight and day camp

Boys Week 2 – August 2-7: Overnight and day camp

Mother – Daughter Weekend– September 18-20

Weekly Fees:
$390 for overnight camp ($365 if registered before March 1)
$250 for day camp ($225 if registered before March 1)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Mentorship is at the heart of our approach to camp counseling. We are looking for staff members who can not only talk about how important it is to live a Christ-centered life, but are able to model attributes like love, joy, patience, kindness, and faithfulness.

We strive to pay in the upper range of Minnesota Christian residential camps. Adults who volunteer a week of service to camp are eligible to receive a discount for one camper. All staff members, both paid and volunteer, are required to attend an all day training session late Spring. All summer staff attend a week of paid staff training prior to camp sessions. Staff members are expected to arrive on-site the Saturday before their week of work. North Central Camp Cherith is in compliance with the USDA policy which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.

For more summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: camp-cherith.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Performances for our summer musical camp shows,
"Aladdin Jr." and "Grease" will be at the Ames Center (formerly known as the Burnsville Performing Arts Center). The Ames Center is located at 12600 Nicollet Ave in the Heart of the City. This new complex opened in January, 2009. The center has two theatres, a 1014 seat Proscenium Stage and an intimate 150 seat Black Box. The lobby is two stories tall, all glass, with a sweeping view of Nicollet Commons Park, the Minnesota River Valley, and the Minneapolis skyline.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Play's the Thing Productions proudly presents "Disney's Aladdin Jr". and "Grease" our Seventh Summer Musical Drama Camp performing in repetory on the main stage of the Ames Center.

About the Camp: Students of all performance levels and experience work daily with talented, professional theatrical artists to create a complete summer musical theatre production. Onstage training includes acting, singing and dancing in a fun and creative environment. Your child will have a summer experience they'll cherish forever while learning all the performance techniques necessary for a successful and exciting musical theatre production.

About the shows:
The Genie is out of the lamp in this Broadway-style Musical based on the classic animated Disney film. In this musical comedy, Aladdin is the street-rat of Agrabah who becomes the unlikely owner of a wish-granting Genie. When Aladdin meets the rebellious Princess Jasmine, he falls in love with her, but first he must out-wit Jafar, the evil Wizard.

For Ages 6-12, Aladdin rehearses 10-2pm, 7/7-7/31 at Eagle Ridge Junior High school, Tech rehearsals at the Bpac 8/4-8/6 with performances on the main stage of the Bpac 8/7-8/9. All who sign up are in the show. Auditions are on the first day of the camp.

Get out your leather jackets, pull on your bobby socks and take a trip to a simpler time with the original high school musical, Grease!

Danny is the hunky "bad boy" and Sandy is the "girl next door". They meet and fall in love, but will their different worlds keep them apart? This new production features all of the hit songs from the movie, including "You're The One That I Want", "Grease Is The Word", "Summer Nights", "Hopelessly Devoted To You", and "Greased Lightin'", plus many more.

Auditions are the first day, July 8, rehearsals run 7/9-8/1, 6-10pm at Eagle Ridge Junior High School, Tech rehearsals are 8/4-8/7 at the Bpac, with performances 8/8-8/10 on the main stage of the Burnsville Performing Arts Center. All who sign up are in the show, so get ready to hand-jive the night away with Grease, the most electrifyin' musical extravaganza on stage. Be there or be square!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: 25% off of fees by contacting Dnacsr[AT]aol.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: For more information go to Our Camp Website Link: www.childrenstheatretptt.com, to sign up go to Our Camp Website Link: www.communityed191.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.childrenstheatretptt.com for more information including pictures from our past productions.

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 SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-27, 2020
Comprehensive Fee: $660 - $700
Additional Lessons (Two additional half hour lessons): $70

CAMP FACILITIES: In addition to a 228 seat bowl-style theater, our building houses a dance studio, full scene shop, and rehearsal hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kidz Bop Kabaret
Love to pop, rock and bop? Join us as we move and groove through the wildly popular Kidz Bop albums and create a clever cabaret full of kid-friendly versions of current Top 40 hits. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of this workshop series.

Monday – Friday
June 9 – 13 AM
June 23 – 27 AM

Young Amelia Bedelia
Meet Young Amelia Bedelia – an adventurous girl who takes everything literally. Though this can lead to hilarious misunderstandings, Amelia faces her problems with a positive, can-do attitude. We’ll rehearse memorable moments from this wildly popular chapter book series. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of this workshop series.

Monday – Friday
July 21 – 25 Full Day

Hard Knock Life
Love the spotlight? Target your “triple threat” skills – singing, dancing, and acting – while rehearsing a musical medley of two great tough-it-out musical numbers for girls and boys: “Hard Knock Life” from Annie and “Seize the Day” from Newsies. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of each workshop series.

Monday – Friday
June 9 – 13 – ALMOST FULL! PM
July 14 – 18 – FULL! PM

American Girl
Courage, honesty and strength surround every American Girl character. No matter what era she comes from, each girl exudes a positive energy. Bring your favorite character to life in an original presentation using song, dance, acting and narration. A final presentation for family and friends will take place on the last day of this workshop series.

Monday – Friday
June 23 – 27: FULL! PM

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: At Lyric Arts Main Street Stage, we are committed to providing high-quality learning and performing opportunities to students of all ages. Our popular workshops offer students the opportunity to develop performing skills and build self-confidence through exercises in song, stage movement, voice projection, acting technique, improvisation, and more. In addition to Spring Break day camps, we offer three full seasons of educational programming in Summer, Fall, and Winter/Spring.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: Monday – Friday, March 10 – 14
Times: 1pm – 5pm
Instructor: Cassandra Proball
Cost: $135 - 1/2 day, $250 full day

Visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.lyricarts.org for complete registration information and more workshop offerings.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory offers the finest dance education to artists of all ages and abilities in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Our summer programming gives students the opportunity to train with locally and nationally acclaimed dance professionals who are dedicated to the growth of each individual student.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ballet Co.Laboratory offers Year-Round Programs for all ages! Head to our website to learn more: Our Camp Website Link: www.balletcolaboratory.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
YOUNG DANCER CAMPS,
SESSIONS, & WORKSHOPS
ENCANTO DANCE CAMP (AGES 3 - 6)
July 10 - 14 | M - F | 9:30am - 12:30pm
Find your magical gift this summer! Dance your gift through
movement, crafts, storytime and more.
Tuition: $220

PRE-BALLET (AGES 4 - 6)
Saturday Sessions | June 17 - July 29 | 10:00 - 10:45am
Thursday Sessions | June 15 - July 27 | 4:30 - 5:15pm
One 45-minute class held weekly for six weeks. Pre-Ballet
introduces dancers to ballet and dance expression.
Tuition: $90

BALLET FUNDAMENTALS (AGES 5 - 6)
Saturday Sessions | June 17 - August 12 | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday Sessions | June 15 - August 10 | 5:30 - 6:30pm
An hour-long class held once per week for eight weeks. Dancers will
continue to discover their dance expression while developing more
ballet techniques including barre work and musicality.
Tuition: $125

BEGINNING WORKSHOP (AGES 7 - 10)
Tuesdays and Thursdays | July 11 - July 27 | 4:30 - 6:00pm
A ballet workshop geared towards young dancers interested in
studying ballet and other dance forms. A 60-minute ballet class will
be followed by a 30-minute class of a different dance genre including
modern and jazz.
Tuition: $180

GUEST MASTERS
INTENSIVES | JUNE
Students will learn from Guest Teachers Ana Claire
(former Artistic Director of Boulder Ballet) and Maya
Finman-Palmer (Company Member of Ailey II) who
are masters of their art form.

INTERMEDIATE I (AGES 10 - 13)
June 19 - 30 | M, W, F | 1:00 - 5:00pm
In-Studio Showing: June 30 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $385

INTERMEDIATE II (AGES 12 - 16)
June 19 - 30 | M - Th | 11:00am - 4:00pm
In-Studio Showing: June 30 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $595

ADVANCED (AGES 15 - 22)
June 19 - 30 | M - F | 10:00am - 4:00pm
In-Studio Showing: June 30 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $815

COMPANY REPERTOIRE
INTENSIVES | AUGUST
Students will be led by the professional dancers of
Ballet Co.Laboratory in learning Company repertoire
to present in a community performance.

INTERMEDIATE (AGES 10 - 13)
July 31 - August 11 | M, W, F | 1:00 - 5:00pm
Community Performance: August 11 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $385

INTERMEDIATE II (AGES 12 - 16)
July 31 - August 11 | M - Th | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Performance: August 11 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $595

ADVANCED (AGES 15 - 22)
July 31 - August 11 | M - F | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Performance: August 11 at 5:30pm
Tuition: $815

CAMP FACILITIES: We provide all equipment, computer software, and materials used for film, editing, and animation camps. Our classrooms have HD projection and surround sound. Snacks provided.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: New for 2022:
Acting, Performance & Improv (ages 14-17), July 11-15
Reclaiming the LGBTQ+ Narrative (ages 15-17), July 11-15
Filmmaking with Intention (ages 14-17), July 18-22
Pixelation Animation: Get Physical! (ages 10-14), July 25-29
From Brain to Screen: Exploring Your Creative Process (ages 11-14), July 25-29

Returning Favorites:
Stop Motion Animation (virtual; ages 10-14), June 20-24
Short Cuts: DIY Filmmaking (ages 11-14), August 1-5
Smartphone Photography (ages 13-17), August 15-19
Short Cuts (ages 10-13), August 29-September 2

CAMP FACILITIES: We have three classrooms that also function as studio space for our adult classes. Students make art in a professional art environment suitable for working artists. Campers also visit nearby neighborhood parks daily.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each week-long camp focuses on a different theme. Visit our website to see the full summer lineup:

For complete information, please visit:
Our Camp Website Link: www.articulture.org for grades PreK-6, and
Our Camp Website Link: www.articulture.org for grades 7-12

Articulture defines artistic success by effectively making an arts experience educational, engaging and meaningful. Our programming focuses on using the creative process to encourage creative thinking in an open ended approach to arts education.

All of our teachers are working professional artists from the community.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Articulture has scholarships available for families in need. Email info[AT]articulture.org to request the form. Our baseline scholarship is 60% off tuition price, though we also have a no one turned away for lack of funds policy.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Articulture has established a tradition of offering interactive opportunities that place emphasis on the creative process—the act of making art. We offer classes and workshops for ages 1 year through adults; ongoing projects that support community development through creativity; and programs that aim to increase accessibility to the arts. The outcome is an experience for participants, amateur and expert alike, that meets both the artistic and social needs of the community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
WHEN: Camps run weekly from June 11th through August 31st for ages 4 - 18. Full and half day options are available as well as before and after care.

COST: Ranges from $132-$285. Scholarships are available.

No registration deadlines. PHONE: 612.729.5151

WEBSITE:
Our Camp Website Link: www.articulture.org for grades PreK-6, and
Our Camp Website Link: www.articulture.org for grades 7-12