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Cool Camps
Find a summer program your child will love right in your own backyard.
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t may be hard to believe, but the summer break is right around the corner. Which means now is the time to start thinking
about how you’ll fill that stretch of empty weeks marking your children’s calendars. Whether they have a hobby they’re
passionate about or want to try something new, summer is the perfect time for kids to explore an activity that intrigues
them. And with dozens of cultural venues located right here in Central Florida offering a variety of structured day camps,
you don’t have to look far for options. From dance classes to visual art programs and everything in between, here are just
some of the ways to keep kids of all ages engaged during the school break.
Dance
The Center for
Contemporary Dance
407.695.8366, thecenterfordance.org
June 10-28
Intermediate/Advanced Contemporary
Dance Intensive
Ages 13 and up; 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
This camp is designed to advance the
artistic and technical skills of pre-professional dancers. Each week maintains a focus
on contemporary studies grounded in
rotating dance techniques. Tuition: $850
plus a one-time registration fee of $20
July 8-12
Girl Power Dance Camp
Ages 9-13; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This girls-only beginner’s camp uses dance
as an artistic medium for reinforcing
positive images of women. Tuition: $300
plus a one-time registration fee of $20
July 15-19
Junior Contemporary Dance Camp
Ages 9-13; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This beginner’s camp emphasizes the
technical principles of ballet and modern
dance alongside a creative curriculum that
includes extensive exploratory work in
contemporary dance. Tuition: $300 plus a
one-time registration fee of $20
July 22 - 26
Hip-Hop Dance Camp
Ages 9-13; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This beginner’s camp explores various
hip-hop dance styles, including breaking,
locking, popping, tutting, krumping, jerkin’,
house, and more. Tuition: $300 plus a
one-time registration fee of $20
August 5-16
Beginner Contemporary Dance Intensive
Age 13 and up; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This Intensive for new dancers emphasizes
the technical principles of ballet and modern
dance alongside a creative curriculum that
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includes extensive exploratory work in
contemporary dance. Tuition: $650, plus a
one-time registration fee of $20
Centre for Dance &
the Performing Arts
407.877.3388, dancecdpa.com
June 11-14
My First Dance Camp
Ages 4-6; 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Daily movement class, introduction to
“Princess Etiquette,” crafts and story time.
Tuition: $95 (10% discount for siblings)
June 24-28
Pretty, Pretty Princess and Beyond!
Ages 5-14; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Daily ballet class, crafts, activities related to
history and protocol, story time, current
events, and more. Instruction tiered by age
and level. No dance experience required for
Tier I students. Tuition: $135-$195
Kieshalia Stephens
June 10-21
Junior Intensive Dance Camp
Ages 7-12; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Dance classes in the morning are followed
by acting and crafts in the afternoon.
Tuition: Half days: $150/one week, $275/
two weeks; full days: $210/one week, $375/
two weeks
July 1-5
Highland Dance Intensive
Ages 7 and up; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Skills, drills, dances, new steps and old,
along with crafts and history activities for
the Scottish dancer. Tuition: $195
July 15-19
America Rocks!
All ages; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Daily dance classes in keeping with themed
camp material. Celebrate America through
dance, song, crafts, stories, and more.
Tuition: $195
July 22-26
Let’s Get Fancy, Nancy
All ages; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Get to know Fancy Nancy through her
stories and bring them to life in dance,
music and crafts! No prior dance experience
required. Tuition: $195
Columbus Center Dance
Academy
407.422.1800
columbuscenterdanceacademy.com
June 6-August 16
Columbus Center Summer Dance Shows
Ages 5-13; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Creating and performing in shows using all
dance forms to a different theme each
week, costumes are included. Field trips on
Wednesdays. Tuition: $85/week
Orlando Ballet School—
CENTRAL campus
407.426.1733, orlandoballetschool.org
June 3-July 27
Young Summer Dancers
Ages 3-6; 5 p.m.-6 p.m.
Tuition: $15/single class; $100/8 classes
June 24-July 26
Intro Intensive
Preparatory through Level 2
5 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Intensive ballet training for intermediate
students. Tuition: $75/one week; $340/five
weeks
Orlando Ballet School—
Seminole Campus
407.834.8895, orlandoballetschool.org
June 4-July 25
Young Summer Dancers
Ages 3-6; 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Kids explore ballet through creative
movement in a 45-minute syllabus designed
by Orlando Ballet professionals.
Tuition: $125
July 1-26
Junior Intensive Workshop
Ages 8 and up with one year of ballet
10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Classes in ballet, ballet repertoire, ballet
history, jazz, lyrical, musical theater and
theater crafts daily, with performances at
the end of each two weeks including set
production, costumes and props made by
the students. Tuition: $375 for full-day,
two-week program; $725 for full-day,
four-week program
Orlando Ballet School——
South Campus
407.352.9733, orlandoballetschool.org
June 3-July 27
Young Summer Dancers
Ages 3-6
Current OBS students and students new to
OBS and to ballet are welcome to enroll.
Students may register for any number of
classes during the 8-week session. Schedule
is as follows: Tuesdays and Thursdays,
5-6 p.m. for 3-4 year olds; Tuesdays and
Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. for 5-6 year olds.
Tuition: $15/single class; $100/eight
weekly classes
June 10-21
2013 Junior Intensive Dance Camp
Students Ages 7-12 or OBS Primary through
Level 2; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Students have the option to participate in
the half-day program (dance classes only)
or the full-day program (including acting
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and arts and crafts). Tuition: Half days:
$150/one week, $275/two weeks; full days:
$210/one week, $375/two weeks
Film
Film
Enzian
407.629.1088, enzian.org
July 22-August 4
KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Two-Week
Summer Camp
Grades 5-8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Campers experience the art of filmmaking
as they study cinematic techniques, learn
about the exciting history of filmmaking,
and dive into the production of an independent film. Tuition: $500; $475 for Enzian
Film Society members
FLORIDA FILM ACADEMY
407.347.7563, flfilmacademy.com
June 10-August 16
Summer Camp
The Florida Film Academy will be offering 10
weeklong summer camps in Winter Garden,
beginning the week of June 10; Offerings
are listed below. Tuition: $225/week
Acting for the Camera
Grades 2-5 and 6-9; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
This course is a great option for students
who are involved in theater but want to
learn how to translate their craft to film.
Advanced Film Making
Grades 10-12; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
This course embraces other unique styles of
filming and techniques, including, but not
limited to, guerilla-style filming. Students
will work together to create original scripts,
act in, direct, film and edit their own original
films.
Editing
Grades 10-12; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
This course is strictly editing. Students will
receive an already-filmed sequence of shots
and will have to create a story based on
what they’ve received.
Make a Movie
Grades 2-5, 6-9 and 10-12; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Campers will create an original short movie.
Students learn how to use consumer
cameras, write original scripts, act, direct,
film and edit.
TV News
Grades 2-5, 6-9 and 10-12; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Students will delve into the art of journalism
and create their very own 10-minute
newscast. All students will learn to write,
shoot and edit their own stories.
History
Orange County Regional
History Center
407.836.8500, thehistorycenter.org
Tuition is $150 per child, per week; $125 for
members. (Week of July 1-3: $90 per child,
$75 for members. No camp July 4 or 5.) 10%
discount available for multiple-sibling or
multiple-week enrollment. Early drop off
begins at 7:30 a.m. for no extra fee;
extended day is available until 6 p.m. for an
additional $10 per child, per day.
June 10-14
America’s Wonders
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will visit America’s wonders: the
Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon,
Yellowstone, Mount Rushmore, the Gateway
Arch and Niagara Falls.
June 10-14
Bugs and Slugs
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will learn why many critters are some
of our best friends as they discover the
importance of life in the undergrowth and
get familiar with the small creatures that
share our world.
June 10-14
The World of Wizards
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will get a behind-the-scenes look
at the magic done by some famous wizards!
Enzian
June 17-21
CSI
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will learn how to lift and develop
fingerprints, sample soils and cast footprints and teeth. They also will assemble
their own crime kits and use their skills at a
crime scene at the museum.
June 17-21
Native Americans——First Campers
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will investigate the legends and
lifestyles of several Native American tribes,
past and present, and learn their place in
American history.
June 17-21
Pirates and Princesses
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Welcome to the age of chivalry! Participants
will journey into the world of real and
make-believe pirates and princesses.
June 24-28
Da Vinci Science
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
It’s a week of gizmos, gadgets, and ingenious
inventions! Kids will discover Leonardo and
all of his amazing contraptions.
June 24-28
Seussmania
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Dr. Seuss is loose at The History Center for
a week of silly stories and ringing rhymes.
June 24-28
Weather Forecast
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will turn into junior meteorologists
as they investigate clouds and weather
patterns, and observe growing seasons and
temperatures while creating rain sticks,
weather vanes, sun prints, and more.
July 1-3
Inventor’s Workshop
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Who are some famous U.S. inventors and
what did they invent? Campers will recreate
exciting experiments, electrify their
imaginations and create inventions all
their own.
July 1-3
Patriotic Pride
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where was the Declaration of Independence
signed? Why is the Liberty Bell cracked?
Kids will learn the answers to these
questions and more, just in time for the
Fourth of July.
July 1-3
Sports Science
Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Why does one athlete perform better than
another? How do you bend a soccer ball?
What sports are the most dangerous?
Participants wil find the answers as they
gear up for camp.
July 1-3
Superheroes
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will learn what makes a hero.
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From make-believe to real life, heroes
battle the forces of evil and injustice with
heroic powers.
July 8-12
Ancient Mythology
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
What mysteries lie within the Mayan
pyramids? Are dragons good or evil? Kids
will delve into the world of the ancients and
learn why they believed what they did.
July 8-12
Sensing the Museum
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will discover how they use their
five senses every day. They will learn how
their eyes play tricks on them, make
instruments, design a touchy-feely box with
different textures, and create gifts that
smell good.
July 8-12
Toys, Toys, Toys
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will go on an incredible adventure
through time with games and toys and learn
about our great country’s history of play.
July 15-19
Cosmic Fury
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will learn all about U.S. space history
and prepare to take off on a galactic
adventure of experiments related to the
design and science of space flight.
July 15-19
Grossology
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Belches, boogers, and blisters! Creepycrawly worms! Campers will discover the
biology and chemistry behind these and
other disgusting things.
July 15-19
Survivor
Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will learn how to distill drinking water,
navigate by the stars, and how to tell time
with the sun. They will also build a makeshift shelter and find out what kinds of bugs
make good snacks.
July 15-19
Under the Sea
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will journey beneath the waves to
an incredible undersea world. From brightly
colored corals to endangered marine
mammals, the diversity of life in the sea
will be explored.
July 22-26
Prehistoric Creatures
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saber tooth tigers, giant beavers, and sloths
are just some of the prehistoric creatures
that roamed in Florida. Campers will gather
all the information they can about fossils
and paleontology.
July 22-26
Spy Camp
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will develop disguises, make and break
codes, discover escape techniques, and
create and use spy gadgets to uncover the
history and science behind spying.
July 29-August 2
All Around Town
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will explore the world of Richard
Scarry’s Busytown while they learn about
their community, neighborhoods, transportation, and town celebrations.
July 29-August 2
Build it Big
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Particpants will use surprising things to
construct amazing creations. They will
discover which shapes make the strongest
structures and have fun demolishing some
of the structures as they learn how
architects make buildings strong.
July 29-August 2
School of Rock
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will get on the tour bus to learn about
the legends of rock ‘n’ roll and how to be a
real performer.
July 29-August 2
Supernatural
Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will investigate the supernatural,
from the tales of Dracula to The Nightmare
Before Christmas. They will spend time with
vampires, werewolves and mythical beasts
as they explore ghost, fantasy and gothic
stories.
August 5-9
Puppet Central
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Campers will enjoy finger puppets, life-sized
puppets, shadow puppets, puppet charades,
puppet jeopardy and puppet shows.
August 5-9
Mummies, Tombs, and More
Grades 2-3; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Campers will travel back in time and
experience the culture and customs of the
ancient Egyptians. They will unwrap a
mummy, write in hieroglyphs, and help build
a tomb!
August 5-9
Star Warriors
Grades 4-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Participants will build a Tatouine village and
man the bridge as they travel space in
search of galaxies far, far away in an
adventure based in popular and classic
science fiction.
August 5-9
Thrills and Spills
Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kids will design a thrill ride or whole theme
park as they create a drawing or model
from concept and sketching to analysis and
peer review.
August 12-16
Adventures in Art
Grades K-2; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Participants will take a trip around the
world and discover how art has influenced
different cultures. Activities include making
a traditional mockingbird puppet from
Guatemala, a headdress from Ecuador,
origami from Japan and a mask from Africa.
August 12-16
Taming the Wild, Wild West
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers will learn what pioneers experienced on the trail to the wild, wild west, with
stories about early Americans moving west
from Florida and Appalachia.
Osceola County Historical
Society
407.846.8644, osceolahistory.org
June 24-28
Diggin’ Up History
Ages 5-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers will embark on an adventure to
discover Florida’s ancient past. Learning
about archaeological techniques and
digging up fossils are just part of this
fun-filled camp. Tuition: $125; $100 for
additional child or member
July 8-12
Civil War Adventure Camp
Ages 5-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids prepare to enter the world of a Civil
War soldier. As newly enlisted privates, they
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July 22-26
Creature Feature
Grades K-1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Participants will journey through the
museum and discover some strange
animals. From meat-eating predators to the
tiniest amoebas, the world is full of amazing
creatures.
will shoulder muskets, don uniforms, and
march off to a new adventure. Tuition: $125;
$100 for additional child or member
July 22-26
History’s Mysteries
Ages 5-13; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This camp is all about mysteries of the past.
Kids will try to unravel some of Osceola
County’s oldest tall-tales and legends. From
fabled monsters to buried gold, this camp is
sure to engage campers in the county’s own
exciting history. Tuition: $125; $100 for
additional child or member
August 5-9
Survivor Osceola
Ages 5-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This camp is all about survival. Campers will
learn how Seminoles and early pioneers
lived in the wilderness of Florida. From
hunting and gathering food, to preparing a
camp, this is a great experience for outdoor
lovers. Tuition: $125; $100 for additional
child or member
Multidisciplinary
Atlantic Center
for the Arts
386.423.1753, aca35.org/summer-art-camp
June 17-August 9
Weekly Art Camps
Ages 6-12; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Each of seven weekly sessions features
three classes designed to give participants
an opportunity to explore ideas of art and
culture through a variety of art forms.
Classes are held Tuesday-Friday. Tuition:
$125/week; $100 for members (scholarships
available)
June 17-July 18
Summer Zone Arts Academy Camps
Orange County residents in grades 6-8
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Campers enjoy one week of visual arts, one
week of dance, and two weeks of theater
focusing on either Broadway or folk art.
Camp is held Monday–Thursday (closed July
1–5) from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuition: $115
Camp J at the Roth JCC of
Greater Orlando
407.645.5933, campj.org
Camps are open to all faiths. Please visit
website for tuition prices.
June 3-7
Make a Splash Water Adventure
Grades 1-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will build a model waterslide park, paint
a killer whale on canvas, design a futuristic
underwater vehicle, paint with ice, draw an
underwater Fish Café and experiment with
printmaking.
June 10-July 5
Musical Theater Track——Annie Jr.
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This partnership with Starving Artist
Studios will introduce campers to singing,
choreography and acting.
June 10-August 2
Gymnastics
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will be introduced to the world of
dancing and gymnastics, with all of the
traditional benefits of summer camp, like
daily swim and weekly field trips.
July 8-August 2
Musical Theater Track——Aladdin Jr.
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This partnership with Starving Artist
Studios will introduce campers to singing,
choreography and acting.
August 5-9
Cabaret
Entering Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
In partnership with Starving Artist Studios,
Cabaret will let campers pick their favorite
songs from pop music and Broadway shows
for a cabaret-style performance.
August 5-9
KidzArt
Entering Grades 1-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will paint, draw and design like a
famous artist. Campers will have fun
cartooning, creating yummy-looking models
of cake and candy from clay, painting on
canvas, and other interesting techniques.
August 5-9
Mermaid
Entering Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This camp will teach your child what it is like
to be an underwater performer. During the
underwater training sessions, kids will learn
basic ballet moves.
Capoeira Brazilian
Pelourinho, LLC
407.226.3195, cbporlando.com
June 10-August 16
Capoeira: More than a Martial Art
Ages 4-14; 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
“Capoeira” is the martial art that merges
self-defense with acrobatics, music and
dance. Campers are trained daily in each
element. Days are supplemented with
weekly themed summer camp activities to
give children a complete summer vacation.
Tuition: early registration—$99/week;
regular registration—$119/week or $30/day.
Extended hours are available.
Dramatic Education, Inc.
407.494.1744, dramaticeducation.com
June 10-28
Dramatic Summer Academic, Art and
Drama Program——Summer Showcase:
Annie
Grades K-6; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
In this fun-filled environment, students can
learn the various skills needed to be
successful. Students pick two classes and
can choose from reading, math, drama and
art. Tuition: $250/three-week session
In the Limelight
407.340.0920, inthelimelightorlando.com
All camps run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Before- and
aftercare is available every day from
7:30-8:45 a.m. and 4:15-5:30 p.m. Campers
bring their own food and beverages. Snacks
and drinks will be available for sale. Staff
are degreed professionals with certifications in CPR and First Aid. Scholarships
available.
June 10-14
Auditioning, Improv and Stanislavski
Grades 6-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This weeklong intensive is devoted to
auditioning, improv and introduction to the
Sensory Stanislavski Method. Tuition: $200
June 10-14
Disney’s Cinderella Kids
Grades K-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The timeless fairy tale meets the magic of
Disney in this adaptation of the treasured
animated film. This is a full-scale musical
theater production camp. Tuition: $225
June 17-27
Singin’ In the Rain
Grades 4-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This stage adaptation of one of the most
celebrated and beloved films of all time will
be produced as a full-scale, professional-
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level, musical theater production, with four
performances for the public. Tuition: $425
June 17-August 16
Pop Culture Extravaganza
Grades K-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
These one-week, themed camps run
Monday-Friday. Weekly themes include
Brave, Phineas and Ferb, Enchanted,
Wrecked Ralph, Star Wars, Taylor Swift, and
more! These well-rounded acting, music,
movement, art and technical theater camps
suit all types of kids and interests. There will
be a showcase every Friday. Tuition:
$160-$180
July 8-21
Music Man
Grades 4-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers produce a full-scale, professionallevel, musical theater production of this
classic tale in two weeks. Tuition: $425
July 22-26
Musical Theater——Song and Dance——
The Wonderful World of Oz
Grades K-3 and 4-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Oz, the Great and Powerful; Wicked; The
Wizard of Oz: Campers enjoy an awesome,
Oz-packed week filled with song, dance, art,
and more. There will be a showcase on
Friday. Tuition: $200
July 29-August 8
Grease
Grades 6-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers produce a full-scale, professionallevel, musical theater production of this
classic tale in two weeks. Tuition: $425
August 12-16
Musical Theater——Song and Dance——
Hairspray, Les Miserables, Newsies
Grades K-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers work with a professional music
director and choreographer and learn to
sing and dance to these favorite musicals.
There will be a showcase on Friday. Tuition:
$200
The Master Class Academy
407.645.4000
themasterclassacademy.org
June 10-August 2
One-Week Performing Arts Camps
Ages 3-6; 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Students will explore the wonders of
theater through creative drama, movement,
singing and art in seven different themed,
one-week camps, with a performance each
Friday. Tuition: $140/week or buy two
weeks and get the third half off.
performance levels of live reality television,
including rolls of judges, camerman,
producers, hosts and talent! There will be a
performance on July 26. Tuition: $425, plus
$10 registration fee
Orange County Library
System
Kids can add some circus to their summer in
a fun-filled week of tightrope walking, stilts,
juggling, aerial, acrobatics, and more!
Campers show off their newly acquired
skills to family and friends at the end of the
week. Tuition: $150
Osceola Center for the Arts
starving artists
407.835.7323, ocls.info/SRP
June 10-14: Toy Story
June 17-21: Avengers
June 24-28: Beauty & the Beast
July 8-12: Aladdin
July 15-19: Knights & Maidens
July 22-26: Once Upon a Time
July 29-August 2: Tangled
June 17-28
Two-Week Performing Arts Camp——
Hooray for Hollywood
Ages 11-16; 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Students will be studying acting, dance
and voice as they prepare to perform
scenes, songs and choreography from
this popular show. Tuition: $425, plus
$10 registration fee
June 17-28
Two-Week Performing Arts Camp——
Mary Poppins
Ages 7-10; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Students will study acting, dance and voice
and perform scenes, songs and choreography from the show. There will be a performance on June 28. Tuition: $425, plus $10
registration fee
July 15-26
Two-Week Performing Arts Camp——
Bye Bye Birdie
Ages 11-16; 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Students will be studying acting, dance
and voice as they prepare to perform
scenes, songs and choreography from this
popular show. Tuition: $425, plus $10
registration fee
July 15-26
Two-Week Performing Arts Camp——
TMCA’S Got Talent
Ages 7-10; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Students will experience acting at all
Times for our programs and classes vary
throughout the summer. Generally,
programs and classes are one-hour long.
The website with complete details will be
available starting April 1.
June 8-August 6
Dig into Reading for Preschoolers
Ages 3-5; times vary
It’s time for preschoolers to dig up some
fun, including stories, arts, and crafts.
Registration is required. Tuition: Free
June 8-August 10
Kids’ Summer Reading Program
Ages 6-12; times vary
Kids can dig into reading this summer with
weekly special events featuring science,
animals, arts and storytelling at all Orange
County Library System locations. Kids can
grab a reading and activity calendar to
receive a prize pack and a chance to win a
grand prize drawing. Tuition: Free
June 10-August 9
Camp Savvy
Ages 6-12; times vary
Kids can learn about new and exciting
computer programs and be eligible to win
cool prizes. Tuition: $10; free for Library
District Resident card holders, Fee card
holders and Orange County Property Owner
card holders
June 10-August 9
TechKrew
Ages 13-18; times vary
Kids will build their own apps and video
games, mix music, design graphics, edit and
add special effects to movies, and much
more! Tuition: $10; free for Library District
Resident card holders, Fee card holders, and
Orange County Property Owner card holders.
June 15-August 7
Teen Summer Reading Program
Ages 13-18; times vary
Teens can go beneath the surface this
summer to explore art, book clubs, contests,
and their hidden talents. Tuition: Free
Orlando Youth Circus LLC
888.795.2351, orlando-youth-circus.com
July 15-19 and July 22-26
Circus Camp
Ages 7-12 and teens; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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407.846.6257, ocfta.com
June 10-August 9
Musical Theatre Camps
Ages 7-14; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Acting, singing and dancing are all part of
these unique two-week camps. Each actor
will perform live on-stage in a themed show.
Tuition: $220. Schedule is as follows:
June 10-21: Blast from the Past
July 8-19: Party in the USA
July 29-August 9: From Stage to Screen
Pinocchio’s Marionette
Theater
407.834.8757, pinocchios.net
July 8-12 and August 11-15
Creating the Puppet Show!
Ages 8-14; 1-4 p.m.
Kids will write the script, pick the music, and
design and build the puppets and set for an
original Pinocchio’s string puppet show.
Tuition: $100
Starving Artist Studios
407.370.4909, starvingartiststudios.com
June 10-14
Hip-Hop Intensive
Ages 12-18; 1:30-4 p.m.
A one-week, high-energy dance intensive
for the beginning- to intermediate-level
hip-hop dancer! Tuition: $120
June 10-14
Modeling Boot Camp
Ages 12-18; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
In partnership with Cassandra Images and
experienced casting and talent agent
Autumn McFadden, this one-week intensive
course will cover skin care, makeup, hair,
posture, walking, modeling poses, on-camera
auditions, slating, and more. Cost includes a
personalized photo shoot. Tuition: $450
June 10-14
Stage Combat Intensive
Ages 13-18; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Students will learn the basics of fight
choreography for the stage, including
hand-to-hand combat and simple weaponry.
Tuition: $200
June 10-14
Teen Scene Study
Ages 12-18; 1:30-4 p.m.
In pairs and small groups, students will
develop skills, such as character study and
development and working as an ensemble.
Tuition: $120
June 10-July 29
Teen Advanced Ballet
Ages 13-18; 6-7 p.m.
Classes meet Mondays only. Tuition: $120
June 10-July 29
Teen Advanced Jazz
Ages 13-18; 8-9 p.m.
Classes meet Mondays only. Tuition: $120
June 10-July 29
Teen Advanced Tap
Ages 13-18; 7-8 p.m.
Classes meet Mondays only. Tuition: $120
June 11-July 30
Teen Advanced Modern
Ages 12-18; 8-9 p.m.
Classes meet Tuesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 11-July 30
Teen Beginner/Intermediate Modern
Ages 12-18; 6-7 p.m.
Classes meet Tuesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 11-July 30
Teen Lyrical
Ages 12-18; 7-8 p.m.
Classes meet Tuesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 12-July 31
Teen Beginner/Intermediate Ballet
Ages 12-18; 6-7 p.m.
Classes meet Wednesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 12-July 31
Teen Beginner/Intermediate Jazz
Ages 12-18; 8-9 p.m.
Classes meet Wednesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 12-July 31
Teen Beginner/Intermediate Tap
Ages 12-18; 7-8 p.m.
Classes meet Wednesdays only. Tuition: $120
June 13-July 25
Ballroom
Ages 18+; 7-9 p.m.
Classes meet Thursdays only. Tuition: $150
June 17-21
Crafty Campers, A
Ages 6-8; 1-4 p.m.
Students will create fun, summertime crafts
with various materials, from paint on canvas
to polymer clay. Cost includes all materials.
Tuition: $150
June 17-21
Guitar Ensemble Beginner
Ages 7-11; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
This weeklong intensive is for the beginning
guitar student, with little to no experience.
Students will gain basic note reading and
rhythmic ability skills and be able to work as
a group to play a song. Tuition: $150
Wonderland. This fast-paced stage adaptation features updated dialogue and new
arrangements of classic Disney songs.
Performances will take place at the Princess
Theatre. Tuition: $425
June 17-21
Guitar Ensemble Intermediate
Ages 12-18; 1-4:30 p.m.
This weeklong intensive is designed for the
guitar student with at least one year of
private or group instruction. Students will
work together to learn ensemble songs for
the performance on the final day of camp.
Tuition: $150
June 24-August 11
Production Tech Camp
Ages 13-18; times vary
Students will work hands-on with the tech
director, set designer, lighting designer,
sound designer and costume designer to
design and help create all technical aspects
of six productions. Tuition: $450
June 17-21
Kids Musical Theatre Dance
Ages 8-11; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Through a combination of ballet, tap, jazz
and modern, students will learn exciting
dance combinations set to their favorite
Broadway tunes. Tuition: $150
June 17-21
Pop Star
Ages 6-8; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Students will learn songs and dance
combinations to their favorite, age-appropriate pop songs. Tuition: $150
June 17-21
Young Actor’s Toolbox
Ages 8-11; 1-4 p.m.
Students will learn how to use their basic
tools as an actor: the body, mind and voice.
A perfect camp that can either serve as an
introduction to acting, or can polish a
student with stage experience! Tuition: $120
June 24-28
Crafty Campers, B
Ages 8-11; 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Students will create fun, summertime crafts
with various materials, from paint on canvas
to polymer clay. Cost includes all materials.
Tuition: $150
June 24-28
Glee Club
Ages 9-11; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Students will learn songs and dance
routines to some of their favorite songs.
Tuition: $150
June 24-28
Improvisational Theatre Intensive
Ages 12-18; 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
A one-week introduction to improvisational
theatre: long form, short form and musical
improv. Tuition: $120
June 24-July 13
Production Camp: Disney’s
Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Ages 8-14; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Join Alice on her madcap adventures in
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July 1-3
Auditioning for Musical Theatre
Ages 12-18; 1-4 p.m.
This workshop will include master classes
on appropriate audition techniques for
musical theater. The last day will include a
complete mock audition. Tuition: $95
July 1-3
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Ages 6-11; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
This program will allow your budding
musicians to try a wide variety of instruments, including piano, drums, guitars,
strings, woodwinds, and more. Tuition: $150
July 8-20
Production Camp: Disney’s
Jungle Book Kids
Ages 6-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Specially adapted from the beloved film,
this musical includes favorite Disney tunes,
such as “The Bare Necessities” and “I
Wanna Be Like You.” Performances will take
place at the Princess Theatre. Tuition: $375
July 8-August 11
Production Camp: Rent
Grade 9-Age 21; times vary
This adaptation has been carefully done to
retain the dramatic intent of the groundbreaking rock musical. Auditions will be held
April 14; call for appointment. Performances
will take place at the Wayne Densch
Performing Arts Center. Tuition: $475
July 8-August 11
Summer Rock Band Ensemble
Ages 14-18; 6-9 p.m.
Students will learn the full score to the
musical Rent, being produced at the Wayne
Densch. Re-hearsals culminate in a fully
staged production. Tuition: $250
July 15-27
Production Camp: Law and Order: Fairy
Tale Unit (non-musical)
Grades 6-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
In the fairy tale criminal justice system, the
characters from fairy tales and nursery
rhymes are represented by the fairy tale
police who investigate fairy tale crime, and
the fairy tale district attorneys who
prosecute the fairy tale offenders. Auditions
will be held April 14; call for appointment.
Performances will take place at the Princess
Theatre. Tuition: $350
July 22-26
Christmas in July
Ages 6-11; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
This camp will put together a Christmasthemed musical review, complete with
Christmas trees and snow. Tuition: $150
July 22-26
Costuming
Ages 13-18; 1:30-5 p.m.
Students will select a character from a play
and complete a full costume piece, from
design to finished product. Students must
bring a sewing machine. Tuition: $250
July 22-26
Crafty Campers, C
Ages 6-11; 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Students will create fun, summertime crafts
with various materials, from paint on canvas
to polymer clay. Cost includes all materials.
Tuition: $150
July 29-August 9
Acting for Film
Ages 12-18; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will write, produce and act in their
own short film, and will be provided with a
fully edited DVD of the film, which will be
presented at a public screening at Enzian.
Tuition: $475
August 5-9
Ballet/Modern Intensive
Ages 14-22; 1-4 p.m.
This weeklong intensive is designed for the
serious high school dancer looking to get
into shape before a college dance program,
or before regular classes after taking the
summer off. Tuition: $175
Florida Young Artists
Orchestra
Trinity Preparatory School
321.282.2561 (after 1 p.m.), trinityprep.org
407.257.8886, fyao.org
June 4-August 3
Academics, Athletics and Arts
Grades K-12; Various times
Trinity offers enriching, fun summer camps
and courses. Please check website for more
information and tuition.
June 17-21
2013 Orchestra Summer Camp
Ages 6-18; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This orchestra camp is for strings, brass,
woodwinds and percussion. Musicians are
grouped based on abilities, which range
from All-State and pre-professional level to
beginners who can read music. Camp will be
held at Trinity Preparatory School. Tuition:
$250; sibling discounts available; extended
day options available
Wayne Densch Performing
Arts Center
407.321.8111, wdpac.com
July 8-26
Musical Theater
Ages 11-18; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Students will learn several songs and dance,
as well as how to make the most of stage
makeup. Camp will end with a performance
of a Broadway musical montage. Tuition:
$350, plus office and materials fee
Metropolitan Area Youth
Symphony
407.761.5170, maysymphony.org June 24-28
Metropolitan Area Youth Symphony
Ages 5-22; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This camp offers full orchestra, chamber
music, music theory, composition, recitals,
master classes and more, with small group
instruction at all levels. Tuition: $200
July 29-August 2
Mini Musical Theater
Ages 7-11; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Students will learn several songs and
dances, as well as theatrical crafts. Camp
will end with a performance of a miniBroadway musical montage. Tuition: $150,
plus office and materials fee
Science & Nature
Music
CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO &
BOTANICAL GARDENS
Florida Symphony Youth
Orchestra
407.323.4450, centralfloridazoo.org
407.999.7800, fsyo.org
June 3-August 16
Summer Camp Adventures
Ages 6-12; 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Exciting programs include half- and full-day
camps, such as Pirates of the ZOOribbean,
Jr. Zoo Keeper, Jungle to Jungle, and more.
Tuition: $130/week, half days; $180/week,
full days; $110 and $160, respectively, for
annual pass holders
Dates TBD
Stringmania!
Ages 7-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
This musically enriching program is for
string players who are playing at a Suzuki
Book 2 level or higher. Camp includes:
orchestra and chamber ensemble experiences, chamber group coaching, private
lessons, instruction in fiddling and improvisation, and more. Stringmania! culminates
in a camp showcase. Tuition: $250
June 11-August 16
Cub Club Preschool Programs
Ages 2-5; 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Kids and their parents can choose from a
variety of fun animal-themed series that
they will enjoy together. Each series includes
three classes. Tuition: $45/series; $35 for
annual pass holders
August 5-9
Teen Musical Theatre Dance
Ages 12-18; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Kids will enjoy a week of ballet, tap, jazz
and other styles of dance seen on the
“Great White Way.” Open to all abilities.
Tuition: $150
Harry P. Leu Gardens
FSYO
407.246.3621, leugardens.org
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June 17-21
Junior Garden Detective Camp
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Camp includes exploration in the gardens
and then artwork, activities, games or videos
planned around a daily theme. Tuition: $80;
$60 for members
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Polk County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Seminole County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
Orlando Science Center
OSC
407.514.2112, osc.org/camps
July 15-19
Garden Detective Camp
Grades 3-4; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camp includes exploration in the gardens
and then artwork, activities, games or videos
planned around a daily theme.Tuition: $100;
$80 for members
August 5
Garden Explorer Camp
Grades 5-6; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Camp includes exploration in the gardens
and then artwork, activities, games or videos
planned around a daily theme. Tuition: $115;
$95 for members
iBrick Academy
407.230.6100, ibrickacademy.com
iBrick Academy’s Lego® RoboCamps
provide a week of learning fun filled building,
from simple machines to Lego® Robots,
using only Lego® Education sets.
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Brevard County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Hillsborough County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Lake County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——LEGOLAND® Florida
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: TBA; multiple packages available
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Orange County
Grades 3-9; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tuition: $245, $220 for returning students
June 10-August 9
Lego® RoboCamp——Osceola County
June 3-August 9
Orlando Science Center Preschool Camps
Preschool; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This program encourages exploration,
teaches cooperative play and starts children
on the path to school readiness. Preschool
summer camps also give kids the beginning
foundations in science and fosters their
sense of discovery. Examples of some camps
offered in 2013: Welcome to Seussville, Fun
with Forces, Space is the Place, Construction
Junction, The World of Eric Carle, and more.
Tuition: $190; $180 for members, including
lunch and snack
June 3-August 16
Orlando Science Center Full-Day Camps
Grades K-4; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers dive into the exciting world of
science, and can explore chemistry, the
human body, grossology and more. This
year’s newest camp topics include Alphabet
Zoo, Spy vs. Spy, and Arr! Where’s Me
Treasure. Tuition: $230; $200 for members;
$35 per week for lunch/snacks
June 3-August 16
Orlando Science Center Jr. Science
Academies
Grades 5-6; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Looking at the past, but using tomorrow’s
technology, these camps help drive curiosity
and inquiry-based learning. To ensure that
campers are engaged and exposed to
real-life applications, there is a one-day field
trip experience. Offerings in 2013 include:
Mousetrap 500, Culinary Chemistry,
Operant Conditioning, Microscopic Marvels,
Zombie Zcience, and more. Tuition: $290;
$250 for members; $35 per week for lunch/
snacks
June 3-August 16
Orlando Science Center Sr. Science
Academies
Grades 7-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This program creates pathways between
camper interests and future career goals.
Campers can build their own aquatic robots,
learn about Florida’s oceans, discover the
human body through animal dissection, or
experience the science behind cooking. Field
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trips are an integral part of these experiences. Examples of some camps offered in
2013: Animal Anatomy 101, Mission: Egg
Drop, Imagineer Boot Camp, Ocean Watch,
and more. Tuition: $380, $335 for members;
$35 per week for lunch/snacks
Theater
Garden Theatre
407.877.4736 x209, gardentheatre.org
June 10-14
Broadway Lights I: Musical Theatre Camp
Ages 4-17; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Broadway Lights I is a full-day, weeklong
camp exploring Broadway musicals and
acting for the stage. The little guys and dolls
will learn all about Broadway in their first
mini-musical, Aladdin Jr. Teens and tweens
will work on a cabaret presentation of
song and dance from major musicals.
Tuition: $275
June 10-14
Broadway Lights II: Musical Theatre Camp
Ages 4-17; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Broadway Lights II is a half-day (morning or
afternoon), weeklong camp exploring
Broadway musicals and acting for the stage.
The little guys and dolls will learn all about
Broadway in their first mini-musical, Aladdin
Jr. Teens and tweens will work on a cabaret
presentation of song and dance from major
musicals. Tuition: $200
June 17-28
Annie Camp: Musical Theatre Camp
Ages 4-17; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This program gives students a chance to
perform in a musical production. Students
will be grouped by age and experience. No
prior experience necessary. Performance
will be June 28 at 4 p.m. Tuition: $335
July 1-19
Youth Theatre Production: Into
The Woods Jr.
Ages 4-17; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This “Summer-Stock”-like program gives
students a chance to perform in a fully
staged musical production, complete with
sets, props and costumes. No prior experience necessary. Performances will be July
19 and 20 at 7 p.m., and July 21 at
2 p.m. Tuition: $39
407.876.0006, laacting.com
June 10-14
Grease
Ages 5-15; 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Good girl Sandy and greaser Danny met
over the summer. But when they unexpectedly discover they’re now in the same high
school, will their different backgrounds keep
them apart? Tuition: $150 per session, $325
all day, 2 sessions
June 10-14
Pirates of the Caribbean
Ages 5-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Blacksmith Will Turner teams up with
eccentric pirate Captain Jack Sparrow to
save the governor’s daughter from a band
of “undead” pirates. Tuition: $150 per
session, $325 full day, 2 sessions
June 17-21
Monsters, Inc.
Ages 5-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Monsters generate their city’s power by
scaring children; however, they are terribly
afraid the children might contaminate them.
When a young child accidentally enters
Monstropolis, top “scarer” Sulley changes
heart and embarks on a dangerous mission
to save her! Tuition: $150 per session, $325
all day, 2 sessions
June 17-21
School of Rock
Ages 5-15; 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
A wannabe rock star poses as a substitute
teacher and tries to turn his class into a
rock band, igniting the students’ musical
talents and creative imaginations. Tuition:
$150 per session, $325 all day, 2 sessions
June 24-28
Aladdin
Ages 5-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Street urchin Aladdin bumps into headstrong Princess Jasmine in the local market,
as she is trying to run away from her
obligation to marry a prince. Wild and crazy
adventures follow when Aladdin stumbles
upon a magic genie. Tuition: $150 per
session, $325 all day, 2 sessions
June 24-28
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Ages 5-15; 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
A poor boy, Charlie, unwraps the winning
chocolate bar and wins the prize to tour the
most eccentric and wonderful candy factory
of all, hosted by the infamous Willy Wonka!
Tuition: $150 per session, $325 all day, 2
sessions
Magic Curtain
Productions, Inc.
407.282.8368, mcptheater.com
June 17-21
Lights Camera Action
Grades 1-3 and 4-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
From commercials to movies, this camp
explores the wonderful world of film acting.
Each camper will star in thier own videoed
commercial, receive a head shot and
information on how to obtain an agent.
Tuition: $175
June 24-28
Disney Mania with Tangled and Brave
Grades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This camp will explore the magical musical
world of Disney through the lives of these
brave and courageous princesses. Campers
will learn songs and scenes from the
movies. Tuition: $175
June 24-28
Harry Potter, Hobbit and the Justice
League Heroes
Grades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
From stage combat to special effects, this
camp offers the opportunity for kids to
become their favorite hero or his biggest
nemesis. Tuition: $175
July 8-12
I Want to be a Star
Grades 1-3 and 4-7; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers will star in the scene or song of
their choice from popular television, movies
or Broadway shows. There will be a
performance for friends and family on the
last day at 7 p.m. Tuition: $175
July 15-19
Broadway Bound
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers sing, dance and act as they learn
music and movement from today’s biggest
Broadway productions. Tuition: $175
July 15-26
Annie Two-Week Performance Camp
Grades 2-7; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers will rehearse and perform the
broadway musical Annie. Tuition: $250
July 22-26
Made for the Stage
Grades 3-7; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids sing and dance to top broadway shows,
such as Wicked, Hairspray and Newsies.
Tuition: $175
July 29-August 2
Audition Master Class
Grades 6-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students learn how to choose 16 bars of a
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song, pick up on audition choreogrphy,
deliver a monologue and write a resume to
prepare for high-school or college auditions.
Tuition: $175
July 29-August 2
Princess Camp
Ages 4-8; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Campers learn tea-party ettiquette, make
crafts, and sing and dance in a princess
fantasy. Tuition: $175
Orlando Repertory
Theatre
407.896.7365 x219
orlandorep.com/youth-academy
Morning and aftercare available. No camp
July 4.
June 10-August 4
Summer Stock: Shrek The Musical
Grades 7-12; 2:30-6:30 p.m.
An audition is required for this production.
To schedule an audition, please call or email
[email protected]. Tuition: $475
June 10-August 16
Theatre and Musical Theatre Camps
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tuition: $190-$215
June 10-14: Disney’s Movie Magic
June 17-21: Monster Monster!
June 24-28: Pop Rocks!
July 1-5: What Would Scooby Do?
July 8-12: Planet Pop: Surfin’ Safari
July 15-19: Superheroes Unite!
July 22-26: Journey to New Mouse City
July 29-August 2: Not Bummer Summer August 5-9: Can’t Stop the Pop!
August 12-16: Disney’s Cinemania
June 10-August 16
Theatre and Musical Theatre Camps
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tuition: $190-$215
June 10-14: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express! June 17-21: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
June 24-28: LOL Laugh Lab! I Mustache Michael Cairns, Wet Orange Studios
L.A. Acting Workshop
June 24-28
Kinderdrama: Discovery Playhouse:
Golden Gems!
Pre-K to K (with guardian); 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Classes focus on social and artistic development through creativity, vocalization, and
movement through stories, improvisations,
and theatre games. Tuition: $110
You a Question; iCarly’s Webshow
July 1-5: Celebrating the American Girl; Camp MARVELous
July 8-12: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express!
July 15-19: Twisted TV, Jr.; Planet Pop: Movin’ in One Direction!
July 22-26: Planet Pop: Pop Divas;
Camp Sci-Fi
July 29-August 2: Diary of a Wimpy Kid; Puppetry: It’s Alive
August 5-9: Planet Pop: Movin’ in One Direction; Myth Adventures
August 12-16: LOL Laugh Lab: I Mustache You a Question
June 10-14: Acting FUNdamentals
June 17-21: Twisted TV (grades 6-9 only)
June 24-28: Triple Threat! (grades 6-9 only)
July 1-5: Planet Pop: Shine Bright
Like a Diamond (grades 6-9
only)
July 8-12: On Location, Live!
July 15-19: Contemporary Puppetry (grades 6-9 only)
July 22-26: One Day More: Epic Musical Theatre
July 29-August 2: Charms, Potions and Spells with Harry Potter (grades 6-9 only)
August 5-9: Planet Pop: Summer Off the Charts (grades 6-9 only)
August 12-16: Triple Threat! (grades 6-9 only)
June 17-July 13
One-Week Production Camps:
Grades 3-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
An audition is required for these productions. To schedule an audition, call or email
[email protected] Tuition: $250
June 17-22: Seussical Kids
July 8-13: Dear Edwina, Jr.
June 17-August 4
Design & Tech Academy
Grades 7-12; 2:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
An interview is required. To schedule an
interview, please call or email education@
orlandorep.com. Tuition: $300
June 17-August 9
The REP @ UCF
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps held at The REP’s UCF campus
location. Tuition: $190-$215
June 17-21: Superheroes Unite!
June 24-28: Not Bummer Summer
July 1-5: Monster Monster!
July 8-12: What Would Scooby Do?
July 15-19: Journey to New Mouse City
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June 10-August 16
Theatre and Musical Theatre Camps
Grades 6-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tuition: $190-$275
Schedule is as follows:
July 22-26: Disney’s Movie Magic
July 29-August 2: Planet Pop: Surfin’ Safari
August 5-9: Monster Monster!
June 17-August 9
The REP @ UCF
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps held at The REP’s UCF campus
location. Tuition: $190-$215
June 17-21: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express!
June 24-28: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
July 1-5: Planet Pop: The Divas;
Camp Sci-Fi
July 8-12: LOL Laugh Lab!: I Mustache You a Question
July 15-19: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
July 22-26: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express
July 29-August 2: Myth Adventures August 5-9: LOL Laugh Lab!: I
Mustache You a Question
June 17-August 9
The REP @ UCF
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps held at The REP’s UCF campus
location. Tuition: $190-$215
July 8-12: Acting FUNdamentals
July 15–19: Charms, Potions & Spells with Harry Potter
July 22-26: Planet Pop: Summer Off the Charts!
July 29–August 2: Acting FUNdamentals August 5–9: Triple Threat!
June 17-August 9
The REP @ UCF
Grades 9-12; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps held at The REP’s UCF campus
location. Tuition: $190-$215
June 17-21: Acting Intensive
June 24-28: Musical Theatre Intensive
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June 24-July 19
The REP @ Celebration School
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps at The REP’s Celebration School
location. Tuition: $190-$215
June 24-28: Disney’s Movie Magic
July 1-5: Can’t Stop the Pop!
July 8-12: Journey to New Mouse City July 15-19: Planet Pop: Surfin’ Safari
June 24-July 19
The REP @ Celebration School
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps at The REP’s Celebration School
location. Tuition: $190-$215
June 24-28: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express
July 1-5: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
July 8-12: Adventures in Acting
July 15-19: 9 3/4 to Hogwarts Express
June 24-July 19
The REP @ Celebration School
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Camps at The REP’s Celebration School
location. Tuition: $190-$220
June 24-28: Acting FUNdamentals
July 1-5: On Location, Live!
July 8-12: One Day More: Epic Musical Theatre
July 15-19: Triple Threat!
July 22-26
Kinderdrama: On the Move!
Ages 2-3 (with guardian); 9:15-9:45 a.m.
Classes focus on social and artistic development through creativity, vocalization, and
movement through stories, improvisations,
and theatre games. Tuituion: $75
July 22-26
Kinderdrama: Never Never Land
Pre-K to K (with guardian); 10 a.m.-noon
Classes focus on social and artistic development through creativity, vocalization, and
movement through stories, improvisations,
and theatre games. Tuituion: $110
July 29-August 10
Two-Week Production Camp: 10 By 10
Grades 6-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
An audition is required for this production.
To schedule an audition, call or email
[email protected]. Tuition: $300
exploring the wide world of culture and
tradition that makes us all unique. Tuition:
$190
July 29-August 9
Lights, Camera, ACTION!
Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m
This camp challenges young artists to
create their own action movie trailer
combining acting, stage combat and video
skills. Student groups will write, rehearse
and direct their own movie, as well as act in
other classmates’ videos. Tuition: $375
Orlando Shakespeare
Theater
June 10-14
Acting with Heart
Grades 6-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
This program is a collaboration between
UCP of Central Florida, the Exceptional
Education Department of UCF, and Orlando
Shakespeare Theater to allow students with
and without special needs to work together.
All students participate in daily voice,
movement, and warm-up activities.
Tuition: $155
June 10-14
Will’s Worlds
Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Using musical instruments and costume
pieces, campers get hands-on experience
acting out Shakespeare’s stories through
movement and creative play. Tuition: $190
June 17-28
Shakespeare’s Bards——
The Taming of the Shrew
Grades 6 -8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Campers will hone their acting skills and
portray one of the characters in Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. Campers
will participate in daily vocal and physical
warm-ups and learn the basics of acting and
character development. Tuition: $375
June 17-29
Shakespeare’s Players——
The Taming of the Shrew
Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Budding young artists get a chance to
explore the world of William Shakespeare’s
The Taming of the Shrew. Campers will work
together on a variety of activities, including
physical and vocal warm-ups, creating
costumes, rehearsing lines and basic stage
directions. Tuition: $375
June 17-July 12
The Young Company——Hamlet
Grade 9-College Freshman; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
The Young Company (TYC) is a diverse
group of local high-school students who
receive voice, movement and acting training
while working on a fully produced play. TYC
strives to provide talented young artists a
nurturing environment where positive
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407.447.1700 x254, orlandoshakes.org
self-expression is encouraged through
active involvement in the exploration of
classical drama. Tuition: $455
July 8-12
Puppet Play
Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Using music, movement and puppets they
make themselves, campers will work
together to create their own fantastic tales.
Tuition: $190
July 8-19
Magical Myths
Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Campers will work in a collaborative
environment to create, build, rehearse and
present an original program of illusions
while exploring magical characters from
ancient myths and legends. Tuition: $375
July 15-26
Shakespeare with Heart——As You Like It
Grades 7-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
This program is a collaboration between
UCP of Central Florida, the Exceptional
Education Department of UCF and the
Orlando Shakespeare Theater to allow
students with and without special needs to
work together to produce a Shakespeare
play. All students participate in daily voice,
movement and warm-up activities. Scholarships available. Tuition: $180
July 22-26
Monster High Makeup
Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Using makeup and movement, as well as
basic acting techniques, campers will create
their own fantastic creatures inspired by
their favorite cartoon, video and game
characters. Tuition: $225
July 29-August 2
Musical Voyages
Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m
Campers use music, movement and
imaginative play to travel across the globe
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August 12-16
Fairytale Adventures
Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m
From pirates and princesses to fairies,
witches and warriors, campers will bring to
life classic stories using costume pieces,
movement and imaginative play. Tuition:
$190
Summer Drama Camp
407.489.4870, summerdramacamp.org
July 22-August 3
Broadway Musical Extravaganza
Ages 8-16; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Selections from well-known Broadway
musicals put to story and song. Great for
beginners, as well as seasoned performers.
Includes professional instruction and two
performances. Tuition: $365
Theatre South Orlando
407.387.5330, theatresouthorlando.com
All Theatre South camps are taught by
professionals currently performing with
Disney, Universal Studios and Blue Man
Group, and are run through the South
Orlando JCC in Dr. Phillips. Aftercare is
offered from 2 to 4 p.m. for $25 per week.
Tuition: $312 per week; $260 for members
June 17-21
Camp Mamma Mia
Grades 1-8; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Campers journey into the smash-hit world
of Mamma Mia, The Musical, where they will
audition, rehearse, and perform an ABBA
experience that they will never forget. The
camp will include daily acting, voice and
dance workshops and a final, end-of-camp
performance.
July 8-12
Acting On Camera
Grades 1-8; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Students learn the art of acting for film and
TV from professionals. Workshops include:
Acting On-Camera Technique, Auditioning
for TV and Film, Making Commercials and
Voice-Overs, and Theater Games and
Improvisation. Students will leave with
professional head shots.
August 5-9
Camp Glee
Grades 2-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Calling all Gleeks! Campers will sing and
show their star power in this fast-paced,
pop and musical-theater performance camp.
Working professionals will teach proper
vocal and performance technique.
mermaid princess who loves a human
prince. She makes a deal with the evil sea
witch Ursula to pursue him and enjoys
water-filled adventures. Tuition: TBA
August 5-9
Beach Boys
Ages 4 and up; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuition: TBA
Visual Art
Winter SpringS
Performing Arts
407.359.5309 , winterspringsarts.org
June 3-16
Jungle Book Kids
Ages 6 and up; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mowgli was raised in the jungle and meets
many new friends, like Bagheera the
panther, Baloo the bear, and Louie the king
of the apes in this swingin’ musical! Audition
required. Tuition: TBA
June 17-30
Straigt Play Camp
Ages 10 and up; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Music Man, and more, students will dance
their way through stories while developing
and awareness of body, balance and
rhythm. Tuition: TBA
Art & History Museums——
Maitland
407.539.2181 x265, artandhistory.org
June 11-August 23
A&H Summer Classes and Workshops
Ages 6-12; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Students draw, paint or make pottery in
weekly classes or join one-time workshops
to make soap, tie-dye, weave and much,
much more. Visit the website for the full
summer line-up of art and history fun.
Tuition: TBA
Casselberry Art House
407.262.7700 x 1122, casselberry.org
June 3-August 2
Summer Art Academy
Ages 6-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Each week, the instructors, who are Seminole
County educators, will teach a new project in
a different medium. Supplies included.
Tuition: $85 per week; $65 for residents
June 30-31
Play in a Day
Ages 5 and up; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Campers cast, stage and perform a “Play in
a Day.” Tuition: $25/day
July 8-12
Musical Theater Performance
Ages 6 and up; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers learn songs from Broadway hits
such as The Addams Family and The Wiz.
Tuition: TBA
June 3-7: Week 1, Mixed Media I
June 10-14: Week 2, Ceramics I
June 17-21: Week 3, Drawing & Painting I
June 24-28: Week 4, Scuplture I
July 1-5: Week 5, Ceramics II
Extravaganza
July 8-12: Week 6, Mixed Media II
July 15-19: Week 7, Drawing & Painting II
July 22-26: Week 8, Ceramics III
July 29-Agust 2: Week 9, Mixed Media III
July 15-August 4
Little Mermaid Jr
Ages 8 and up; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Little Mermaid tells the story of Ariel, a
City of Orlando
407.246.4488, cityoforlando.net/pottery
a&hm—m
June 13-27, July 11-25 and August 1-15
Art Adventure
Ages 6-12; 9:30-11 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.
The City of Orlando’s Pottery Studio offers
classes once a week on Thursdays only, for
three weeks. Kids will design many imaginative clay and art projects. Tuition: $45; $35
for city residents
June 14-28, July 12-26 and August 2-16
Art Adventure
Ages 6-12; 9:30-11 a.m. or 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
The City of Orlando’s Pottery Studio offers
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classes once a week on Fridays only, for
three weeks. Kids will design many imaginative clay and art projects.Tuition: $45; $35
for city residents
Crealdé School of Art
407.671.1886, crealde.org
June 10-14
Session 1A and 1B: Discover Art
Ages 4-5; 9-11:45 a.m. and 1-3:45 p.m.
This class features one week of half-days
and is designed to nurture creativity in the
youngest children.Tuition: $170; $150 for
members
June 10-14
Session 2: Art Exploration
Ages 5-8; 9-11:45 a.m.
This class features one week of half-days
filled with art experiences in a variety of
media. Young artists enjoy three classes a
day in sculpture, clay art, and painting and
drawing. Tuition: $170; $150 for members
June 10-14
Session 3: Advanced Art Studio
Ages 13-17; 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Students concentrate on one medium:
painting and drawing, film, digital photography, wheel throwing or hand building clay.
Tuition: $220; $200 for members
June 15-July 20
Summer Saturdays and More
Ages 4-17
These six-week classes in a variety of media
will be taught by professional artists.
Classes meet once a week; see website for
details. Tuition: $95-$165, including
materials
June 17-27
Session 4: Multi-Media Art Adventures
Ages 8-12; 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Sessions are full days that include classes in
painting, printmaking, photography,
ceramics and sculpture. Camp meets
Monday through Thursday. Tuition: $400;
$380 for members
July 1-11
Session 5: Multi-Media Art Adventures
Ages 8-12; 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Sessions are full days that include classes in
painting, printmaking, photography,
ceramics and sculpture. Camp meets
Monday through Thursday. There is no
camp on July 4. Tuition: $350; $330 for
members
July 15-25
Session 6: Multi-Media Art Adventures
Ages 8-12; 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Sessions are full days that include classes in
painting, printmaking, photography,
ceramics and sculpture. Camp meets
Monday through Thursday. Tuition: $400;
$380 for members
create collographs, monoprints, block prints
and transfer prints. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
June 24-28
Recycled Creations
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will turn something ordinary into art as
they combine recycled, traditional and
non-traditional materials into masterpieces.
Tuition: $210; $190 for members
crealdÉ
July 29-August 2
Session 7: Art Exploration
Ages 5-8; 1-3:45 p.m.
Class features one week of half-days filled
with art experiences in a variety of media.
These young artists enjoy three classes a
day in sculpture, clay art, and painting and
drawing. Tuition: $170; $150 for members
Orlando Museum of Art
407.896.4231, omart.org
June 10-14
Collage Craze
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Campers will create their own painted
papers and cut them up to tell a story, make
a story shadow box, and work with tissue
paper, buttons, found objects, and more.
Tuition: $210; $190 for members
June 10-14
Life Drawing
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Students will learn basics of drawing from
observation as they learn contour drawing,
gesture drawing and other basic techniques.
Tuition: $115; $105 for members
June 10-14
Mixed Media
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This workshop includes two-dimensional
collage, three-dimensional assemblage,
textiles and weaving, and more! Tuition:
$230; $210 for members
June 10-14
Passion for Paint
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Kids will explore acrylic, watercolor and
tempera, and learn brush techniques, how
to create mood with color, and more.
Tuition: $115; $105 for members
June 17-21
Art to Live With
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will design a unique T-shirt using
stamping, stencilling and screen printing;
learn fabric batik; create a handmade
journal; weave a placemat, and more.
Tuition: $230; $210 for members
July 1-5
Graf and Street Art
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will learn techniques such as using
spray stencils and image enlargement, and
create individual works, as well as a group
installation. Tuition: $184; $168 for
members
June 17-21
Artes Mexicanos
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will discover Mexico’s traditions and
culture as they create a folk mask, a
traditional Huichol yarn painting, an animal
sculpture, and explore the work of Frida
Kahlo. Tuition: $210; $190 for members
July 1-5
Puppet Making
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Participants will create their own puppets
with a variety of facial expressions and real
moving joints using socks, fabric, found
objects, and more. Tuition: $184; $168 for
members
June 17-21
Put Yourself in the Picture
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Participants explore printmaking, photographic experiments, mixed media, and
other art forms that put them in the picture.
Tuition: $230; $210 for members
July 1-5
Walk Like an Egyptian
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will design a mural for a pyramid wall,
create a headdress fit for a ruler, make a
miniature sarcophagus and design hieroglyphs. Tuition: $168; $152 for members
June 24-28
Art Around the World
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Campers will create a weaving from Africa,
a metal repoussé from Mexico, paper
cutouts from Eastern Europe, Inuit carvings,
and origami from Japan. Tuition: $115; $105
for members
July 8-12
Cartoon Creations
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Participants will learn how to draw cartoon
characters, give them personality, develop
the elements of setting, and build a
storyline through sequence. Tuition: $115;
$105 for members
June 24-28
Clay Portraits
Grades 6-9; 1-4 p.m.
Students will explore hand-building clay
techniques to create realistic eyes, ears,
nose and mouth and incorporate them into
a portrait bust. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members; Firing fee: $10
July 8-12
Mixed Media
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Combining a variety of media in a single
work has been used for centuries. Campers
will explore how drawing, painting, collage
and printmaking can be mixed to give works
more impact. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
June 24-28
Printmaking Basics
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Participants will learn basics of printmaking
as they create monoprints, collographs,
block prints and transfer prints. Tuition:
$115; $105 for members
June 24-28
Printmaking Potpourri
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Kids will learn a variety of techniques to
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July 8-12
Rehab, Recycle and Upcycle
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This class will explore recycling materials to
create weavings, sculpture, items to wear,
and more. Tuition: $230; $210 for members
July 8-12
Time Travelers
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will explore and recreate pre-
historic cave paintings, the art of Pre-Columbian cultures, the Great Wall of China,
and a pyramid from ancient Egypt. Tuition:
$210; $190 for members
Kids will explore the world of weaving to
create a coil basket, a paper weaving and a
wall hanging. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
July 15-19
Aztec to Zapotec
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will weave a terrific textile, craft a
water vessel, and design an awesome mask
and jewelry. Tuition: $210; $190 for members; firing fee: $5
July 22-26
Formulas for Fun
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will learn how to make their own
paints, tie dye without dyes, create new
crayons, make photographs without
cameras, and more! Tuition: $210; $190 for
members
July 15-19
Drawing Dynamic Portraits
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Using the techniques of contemporary
artists, such as Chuck Close and others,
students will learn to create portraits and
self-portraits. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
July 15-19
Fabulous Fibers
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will experiment with thread, fabric and
other fiber materials to explore weaving,
sewing, and three-dimensional fabric
construction. Tuition: $230; $210 for
members
July 29-August 2
The Art of New Zealand
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Participants will delve into traditional Maori
art forms as they create moko pattern
designs and ocean-inspired prints, drawings
and sculptures. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
July 29-August 2
Interior Design
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will learn how color, texture and other
elements of art help them express their
personality in a space. Tuition: $230; $210
for members
July 15-19
Watercolor Wonders
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Students will learn techniques such as
washes, dry brush and wet-in-wet to capture
depictions of objects, water, light and
atmosphere. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
July 29-August 2
Ports O’ Call
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids set sail as they explore art of the “high
seas,” including carving scrimshaw, creating
a sailor’s Valentine and painting a schooner
ship on canvas. Tuition: $210; $190 for
members
July 22-26
Digital Photography
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Students will explore aspects of design,
composition and perception using digital
photography. No experience necessary.
Tuition: $115; $105 for members
July 29-August 2
Whimsical Clay Containers
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Students will learn clay hand-building
techniques, such as pinch, coil and slab, to
create and glaze a fanciful teapot, cups and
other containers. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members; firing fee: $10
July 22-26
Drawing Basics
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Kid will learn or hone basic drawing skills as
they explore contour drawing, shading, the
use of perspective, and learn how to draw a
self-portrait. Tuition: $115; $105 for
members
July 22-26
Plaster Sculpture
Grades 6-9; 1-4 p.m.
This class features sculpture projects that
use plaster to explore casting, wrapping and
carving. Tuition: $115; $105 for members
July 22-26
Wonderful Weaving
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
August 5-9
Animals in 3-D
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Kids will let their imaginations “run wild” as
they create three-dimensional animals using
air-dry clay, papier mâché, origami and
some unexpected materials. Tuition: $115;
$105 for members
August 5-9
Fun with Folk Art
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will explore American folk art as
they create a quilt square based on their
family, “paint” a landscape using unexpected materials, make an animal sculpture
using found objects and explore the whimsy
of folk art. Tuition: $210; $190 for members
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August 5-9
Intensive Painting
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Students will explore a variety of painting
media, including acrylic, watercolor,
gouache and encaustic, as they learn color
theory, as well as fundamentals of composition. Tuition: $230; $210 for members
August 5-9
Pastel Passion
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Participants will discover the power of
pastel as they work in chalk pastel, oil pastel
and charcoal, using both wet and dry
techniques. Tuition: $115; $105 for members
August 12-16
Art Sampler
Grades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every morning presents a new adventure as
campers explore Chinese landscape
painting, linocut printmaking, weaving, and
more. Tuition: $115; $105 for members
August 12-16
Mask Making
Grades 6-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will work with a variety of materials,
such as plaster, clay, papier-mâché and
buckram as they create masks that are
displayable works of art. Tuition: $230; $210
for members
August 12-16
Pinch Pot Critters
Grades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.
Kids will learn clay hand-building techniques
to create their own ceramic menagerie of
birds, insects, mammals and imaginary creatures. Tuition: $115; $105 for members; firing
fee: $10
August 12-16
Towers, Ceilings and Chandeliers
Grades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kids will learn about the sculpture of Dale
Chihuly and other glass artists as they
design a tower, a chandelier, and other
pieces. Tuition: $210; $190 for members
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2013 Summer Camps
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re you searching for creative ways to fill your child’s
summer schedule? You don’t have to look far. Many
venues right here in Central Florida provide a variety of
great programs designed specifically for kids. The following
community organizations are leaders in their fields and offer
an array of activities to make summer vacations educational
and enriching. Whether you have an aspiring artist, a film fan
or a budding ballerina, you’re sure to find something to make
this summer a special one.
Our camp provides children the opportunity
to explore their creativity; June 18-August 9
386.423.1753 • atlanticcenterforthearts.org
Central Florida Zoo
& Botanical Gardens
Crealdé School of Art
From primates to predators, animals are the main focus
of our award-winning summer camps.
407.323.4450 x123 • centralfloridazoo.org
Unleash your child’s creativity with Summer ArtCamp
for ages 4-17; June 10-August 2
407.671.1886 • crealde.org
Florida Film Academy
Orange County Regional
History Center
Orlando’s premier Summer Film Camp 2013
Act, script, and film your own original short movie!
407.347.7563 • flfilmacademy.com
Bugs and slugs, mummies, wizards, pirates, and more——
adventures in history for grades K-8! Best value.
407.836.8580 • thehistorycenter.org
Orlando Ballet School
Trinity Prep Summer Programs
Summer and year-round programs
for dancers of all ages and abilities.
407.426.1733 • OrlandoBalletSchool.org
We have it all——academics, athletics, and arts! Enriching,
fun summer camps and courses, grades K-12.
321.282.2561 • [email protected]
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