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241 Whitfield Ave., Sarasota
Details: Summer camp focuses on guitar, dance and more.
Camp dates: TBD
Tuition: $300
Contact: 358-8511 or AllegroMusicAcademy.com
707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: Campers explore their creativity, learn about art and make original masterpieces for a mini-exhibition on Friday afternoon for friends and family.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 8-July 31
Tuition: $275 per week for members with Family Memberships and $350 per week for nonmembers
Ages: Creative Kids 6-9; Emerging Artists 10-14
Contact: [email protected]
2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota
Details: Discover a variety of circus skills, including trapeze, rolling globe, aerials, trampoline, clowning, juggling and more. At the end of the session, children perform a costumed show for parents. *Campers must have completed kindergarten. No prior experience or assessment is required.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 1-5, June 8-12, June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-41, Aug. 3-7
Tuition: $450 per week
Ages: 6-15
Contact: 355-9335 ext. 326 or [email protected]; CircusArts.org
Parrish United Methodist, 12180 U.S. 301, Parrish; Drama Kids International, 383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers will sing, dance and discover the joys of Broadway while learning what it takes to put on a professional musical, sing songs and rehearse a choreographed dance number and more from “The Greatest Showman” and “Wicked.” Each week culminates with a showcase.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekly June 15-19; June 22-26 and July 6-10
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-8 and 9-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers will rehearse songs, choreography and scenes while building confidence, teamwork and performance skills in a rehearsal environment.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 1-5
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
Parrish United Methodist, 12180 U.S. 301
Details: Campers will participate in theater games, skits and activities.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., June 29-July 3 and Aug. 3-7
Tuition: $65
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers will participate in theater games, skits and activities.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., June 29-July 3 and Aug. 3-7
Tuition: $65
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers bring movie magic to life through acting scenes, music, movement and theater games inspired by kid-favorite films. Camp concludes with a 3 p.m. performance on the final day.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., June 8-12
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers will build characters, practice improv and bring epic story moments to life through scenes and performance activities inspired by the next generation of legendary heroes and villains. Camp concludes with a 3 p.m. performance on the final day.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 13-17
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: An exciting evening musical theater experience for rising sixth through 12th graders who want the full rehearsal to performance experience. Four performances will be presented on July 30-Aug. 2.
Camp dates: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., July 13-Aug. 2
Tuition: $500
Ages: 11-19
Contact: 922-8121
Parrish United Methodist, 12180 U.S. 301
Details: Campers will learn and rehearse songs, choreography and scenes while building confidence and performance skills. Camp concludes with a 3 p.m. performance on the final day.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 20-24
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd, Sarasota
Details: Campers will learn dramatic storytelling, creative movement and performance activities inspired by fun eras of music, style and self-expression. Camp concludes with a 3 p.m. performance on the final day.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 27-31
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-8 and 9-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd., Sarasota
Details: Campers will rehearse songs, choreography and scenes while building confidence, teamwork and stage presence. Camp concludes with a 3 p.m. performance on the final day.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 20-24
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
383 Interstate Blvd, Sarasota
Details: Campers will jump into the fantasy world of wizards while practicing stage skills including improv, public speaking and stage movement. A showcase will take place at 3 p.m. Fridays.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 22-26
Tuition: $300
Ages: 5-14
Contact: 922-8121
1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota
Details: Encourage your little one to get creative with a one-week camp dedicated to the exploration of storytelling, songs and creative play for our youngest artists. This camp emphasizes acting and includes music and dance. Culminates in a final performance for families and friends.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for one-week sessions June 8 and July 6
Tuition: $199 per session
Ages: 5-6
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: Campers build confidence as they explore acting, music and movement at the same time that they learn to express themselves, work together and have fun on stage. The adventure concludes with a performance for family and friends.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 15-July 3; July 13-31
Tuition: $495
Ages: 5-6
Contact: [email protected]
Details: Children explore acting, dance, voice and improvisation through a variety of ensemble games, activities, movement and improv. Week ends with a performance.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 22-26
Tuition: $249
Ages: 7-12
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: Students build extensive acting, voice, improvisation and dance skills.
Camp dates: Three three-week sessions, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday starting June 1, June 29 and July 20.
Tuition: $595
Ages: 7-12
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: Teens will audition, be cast and rehearse a chracter-driven one-act play, culminating in a fully staged performance for family and friends.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20-Aug. 7
Tuition: $525
Ages: 13-17
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: Theater for the young adult with a concentration in acting, improvisation, voice and movement. As an ensemble, campers will devise an original theatrical work that will be shared with family and friends on the last day of camp.
Camp dates: One three-week session, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 1-19
Tuition: $525
Ages: 13-17
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: Introduce your teen to the fun, collaborative and spontaneous world of improv. Led by company members from FST Improv, this camp experience will introduce the basic skills and games to create characters and develop scenes.
Camp dates: Noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 22-July 3
Tuition: $375
Ages: 13-17
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
Details: In this two-week camp, teens will dive into the world of writing humorous sketches, creating unforgettable characters and teaming up with others to bring ideas to life. Campers will brainstorm, experiment and craft sketches that are original, clever and genuinely funny.
Camp dates: 12-4 p.m. July 6-17
Tuition: $375
Ages: 13-17
Contact: 366-1350 or [email protected]
888 Third St. W., Bradenton
Details: Campers are encouraged to play with clay, learn different artistic techniques and utilize special tools to create useful objects and imaginative pieces. Glazing will also be taught.
Camp dates: 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays June 2, 9, 16 and 23 (Session I), and July 7, 14, 21 and 28 (Session II)
Tuition: $100 for members; $135 for nonmembers
Ages: 6-10
Contact: 746-2862
Details: Campers are challenged in weekly morning camps where they can learn drawing, painting, clay and more.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions 9 a.m. to noon June 1-Aug. 7
Tuition: $175 for members; $210 for nonmembers
Ages: 11-15
Contact: 746-2862
Details: Kids attend weekly themed camps and learn different techniques, including collage, clay, painting, and papier-mache.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 1-Aug. 7
Tuition: $230 for members; $265 for nonmembers
Ages: 6-10
Contact: 746-2862
Details: Students will create new works of art each week in four-week sessions, using a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, collage and more.
Camp dates: 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays, beginning June 3
Tuition: $100 for members; $135 for nonmembers
Ages: 4-6
Contact: ArtCenterManatee.org.
8031 Cooper Creek Blvd., University Park
Details: No experience necessary. These camps often offer various activities such as ballet lessons, acrobatics, jazz, arts and crafts, games and themed events, to keep kids entertained and engaged.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 8 to June 19 and July 20 to July 30
Tuition: $30 registration; $70 drop-ins; $270 per week
Ages: 5-11
Contact: 941-359-1025
Details: The program is geared towards the serious student looking to gain strength, deepen their artistry and improve their training in the Vaganova method.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 22 to July 17
Tuition: $350 a week; $300 a week for more than two weeks
Ages: 11 and up
Contact: 359-1025
Details: This program helps students improve their skills and strengthen their talent. It is created for students planning to go on pointe next school year.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 8-18 and July 20-30
Tuition: $250
Ages: 9 and up
Contact: 359-1025
Williams Elementary School, 3404 Fort Hamer Road, Parrish
Details: Campers will enjoy daily art themes and will take home art projects each day.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 1-5 and June 8-12
Tuition: $210 a week
Ages: 5-12
Contact: 744-1741
5309 29th St. E., Ellenton
Details: This day-camp experience has a new adventure every day with weekly themes: “MPSD - Squard Beats & Besties Camp” June 8-12; “Wild Times Day Camp” June 15-19; “Summer Camp Era: Sparkle Tour” June 22-26; “Waves & Warriers Camp” July 6-10; “Toy Box Explorers Camp” July 13-17; “Broomsticks & Bubbles Camp: A Wickedly Good Time” July 20-24; and “Wickedly Wonderful” July 27-31.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with optional hours 7:30-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m.
Tuition: $209 per camper plus $50 weekly for optional hours
Ages: Completed kindergarten to completed sixth grade
Contact: 941-586-6238
Braden River Elementary School, 6125 River Club Blvd., Bradenton
Details: In addition to art and general music, students benefit from this program by receiving instruction from certified arts educators in arts content areas not traditionally offered in the elementary arts curricula, including dance, theater, band and orchestra.
Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (8 a.m. dropoff and breakfast and extended supervision starting 7 a.m. and continuing to 6 p.m.) June 1-4
Tuition: $200 or $175 for siblings ($25 extended supervision)
Ages: Grades: 1-6
Contact: MaecArts.org/events/smarten-up
502 Third Ave W., Bradenton
Details: Campers will dive into the world of musical theater as they rehearse, create and perform “The Music Man KIDS”
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 1-12
Tuition: $500
Ages: 7-11
Contact: 748-5875
Details: Campers will bring this hilarious, heartwarming musical to life, based on the beloved animated film.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 15-26
Tuition: $500
Ages: 9-13
Contact: 748-5875
Details: Campers will learn and perform music and dance in a youth-adaptation of the stage and film presentation of the true-to-life story.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 6-17
Tuition: $500
Ages: 12-17
Contact: 748-5875
775 Bell Road, Sarasota
Details: Different topics for grades 1-5 and for grades 6-12. Each week ends in a performance.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions June 1 to July 31; Half-days 9 a.m. to noon or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuition: Grades 1-5 half-day $200 per weeklong camp; Grades 6-12 half-day $225 (New campers $50 sign-up fee)
Ages: Entering grades 1-12
Contact: MusicCompound.com/kids-music-camps/
4602 E. State Road 64, Bradenton
Details: Campers will explore a variety of musical theater through themed weekly sessions that vary by age.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions June 8-Aug. 3; two summer stock camps (The SpongeBob Musical) June 8-21 and (Beetlejuice) June 29-July 26.
Tuition: from $200 to $500, depending on the camp.
Ages: 4 and up
Contact: OvationFla.com/camps
2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: Ringling College Teen Studios offers traditional and digital art experiences. Through hands-on projects, students will develop, refine, and learn methods to achieve their artistic aspirations.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon and/or 1-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday June 15 to July 23
Tuition: $265 per session
Ages: 13-18
Contact: 955-8866 or [email protected]
Details: This program is for emerging artists and designers currently in their sophomore, junior, or senior year in high school. During the four-week intensive, students follow a curriculum of core classes for fundamental skill building, as well as two selected immersions.
Camp dates: June 21 to July 18
Tuition: $7,480 for residential program; $5,345 for commuter program
Ages: 16-18 as of Oct. 15 (Grades 10-12)
Contact: Ringling.edu/Academics/Precollege
Details: Explore what learning and living on campus will be like. This non-credit residential program offers traditional and digital courses, while also providing all the amenities of campus life.
Camp dates: June 21 to July 17
Tuition: $2,375 all inclusive of room, board and tuition
Ages: 15-18 (Grades 10-12)
Contact: 941-955-8866 or [email protected]
1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: Using a variety of media, including simple textile design, printmaking, ceramics, and digital arts, campers will create their own original works of art inspired by examples from cultures near and far.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) June 1-5
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Campers will learn how to bring their own stories to life through the art of graphic novels.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) June 8-12
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Young artists will dream up their own original characters and fantasy creatures. Then, we’ll bring our characters to life through drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) June 15-19
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Campers will experiment with kinetic sculpture, animation, mobiles, flip books, and optical illusions. Learn how we can draw from both art and science to create pieces that feel alive and interactive.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) June 22-26
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Each day, campers will face a fun artistic challenge from building a floating sculpture and painting with unusual tools to making a collaborative art piece.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) June 29-July 3
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Using a combination of traditional and unexpected materials, campers will create art that celebrates the natural world.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) July 6-10
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: In this camp, young artists will learn the secrets behind creating expressive characters, dynamic action scenes, and captivating stories as we draw, design, and dream in the world of Japanese comics.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) July 13-17
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Kids will explore the art of creating large-scale artworks that make a statement. From giant collaborative murals to oversized sculptures, campers will think beyond the sketchbook and learn how artists transform spaces with their work.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) July 20-24
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
Details: Young artists will embark on a color quest, discovering how color can tell stories, show emotion, and bring art to life. Campers will experiment with painting, collage, printmaking, and mixed media.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (extended care 3-5 p.m.) July 27-31
Tuition: $350 per week for members, $385 for nonmembers (extended care $50 weekly)
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaArtMuseum.org/summer-camp
5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: This program is specially designed to holistically develop every student’s technique alongside artistry. Students are guided through a core curriculum including classical and modern technique, variations, repertoire, pas de deux (for older students) and supplementary classes in jazz, mime and Latin dance.
Camp dates: June 22 to July 25
Tuition: $3,250 for five weeks; $2,260 for three weeks; $1,555 for two weeks. Housing is $726 per week.
Ages: 12-21
Contact: 941-351-6005 or [email protected]
Details: Designed for aspiring dancers, the junior intensive provides young artists with the opportunity to strengthen their classical foundation through focused ballet technique, pre-pointe and pointe, and dedicated boys’ classes while also exploring character, contemporary jazz, progressing ballet technique and pantomime. Each week culminates with in-studio performances for friends and family.
Camp dates: June 8-19
Tuition: $650 weekly, with $60 registration fee
Ages: 8-12
Contact: 941-351-6005 or [email protected]
Details: These summer camps offer engaging, themed weeks that inspire creativity and joyful movement. Each camp blends dance, crafts, storytelling and imaginative play. Each weeek concludes with a small in-studio performance.
Camp dates: June 1 to July 13
Tuition: $215-$365, depending on the week, plus $40 registration fee. Discounts for multiple weeks.
Ages: 3-7
Contact: 941-487-8763 or [email protected]
5415 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota
Details: Experience the joy of the circus in a fun-filled week of activities and games. Campers present a grand circus performance on the final day of camp.
Camp dates: 8 a.m. to noon (half day) or 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (full day) June 1-5
Tuition: $300 for half day or $360 for full day
Ages: 5-12
Contact: ShineOnCircusEvents.com
1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 300, Sarasota
Details: Get ready to move this summer with three weeks to choose from — or do all three. Intensive A is a modern dance sampler; Intensive B is a jazz sampler; and Intensive C is a fusion sampler.
Camp dates: June 6-12; July 11-17; and July 18-24
Tuition: $400 per intensive and $100 non-refundable deposit per intensive; discounts for multiple intensives; housing $500 with $100 nonrefundable deposit due May 1
Ages: 14 and up
Contact: 260-8485 or [email protected]
Details: Discover a variety of dance styles, including contemporary, jazz, afro-modern, and hip-hop — perfect for unleashing your child’s creativity this summer. No dance experience necessary.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 6-10; optional extended care 1-2 p.m.
Tuition: $175 or $200 with extended care; plus $25 registration fee
Ages: 5-8
Contact: SarasotaContemporaryDance.org/Kids-Classes
Details: Discover a variety of dance styles, including contemporary, jazz, afro-modern, and hip-hop. The kids will have a mini-performance for parents and family at 1 p.m. July 10.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 6-10
Tuition: $200 plus $25 registration fee
Ages: 8-12 (flexible)
Contact: SarasotaContemporaryDance.org/Kids-Classes
Details: This summer, dancers can join SCD’s dynamic teaching artists for a week of dance exploring different styles, including contemporary, jazz, afro-modern and hip-hop.
Camp dates: 2:30-4:30 p.m. July 6-10
Tuition: $125 plus $25 registration fee
Ages: 11-13 (flexible)
Contact: SarasotaContemporaryDance.org/Kids-Classes
Laurel Park, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis; Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis; Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota; Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice
Nokomis Community Park
Details: Combines art and cooking programs all in one. The cooking curriculum each day will be about kitchen cleanliness, food safety and proper tool usage. Campers will use the “three bite rule” as they explore new food flavors both sweet, savory and sometimes exotic. The second half of the camp will be filled with art and exploring different types and forms of art such as paper, woodworking, sewing, tile, paint and creative uses for recycled materials and more.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 22-26
Tuition: $190
Ages: 5-12
Contact: SarasotaCountyParks.com
Venice Community Center
Details: A comprehensive art curriculum that combines hands-on classical teaching techniques, art history and cultural insights. Learn drawing, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, charcoal, and more.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 8-12, June 15-19, July 6-10, July 13-17 and July 20-24
Tuition: $215
Ages: 5-12
Contact: SarasotaCountyParks.com
Nokomis Community Park
Details: Learn about mosaic and resin arts by smashing and rebuilding mosaic pieces from multiple media types.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon July 20-24
Tuition: $190
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaCountyParks.com
Varies by date
Details: Learn kid-friendly songs and choreography in a supportive, confidence-building environment. The camp concludes with a special performance for family and friends.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon (ages 5-7), 2 to 5 p.m. (ages 8-11) June 1-5, June 22-26, July 13-17
Tuition: $150
Ages: 5-11
Contact: SarasotaCountyParks.com
Venice Community Center
Details: learn quilting essentials from cutting fabric and designing a pattern to piecing blocks and stitching your layers together.Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 15-19
Tuition: $250
Ages: 7-13
Contact: SarasotaCountyParks.com
4740 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota
Details: The six-week program includes ballet, pointe, repertoire, variations, pas de deux, dance conditioning, stretching, character and contemporary. The three levels include beginners starting on prep for pointe or level pointe, intermediates with at least two years on pointe, and advanced students with at least three years on pointe. All levels will have the opportunity to perform at the Sarasota Opera House on July 18.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 15 to July 18
Tuition: $4,100 for five weeks including tuition, room and board, and meal plan; $3,300 for four weeks; $2,500 for three weeks; $45 audition fee
Ages: 9-22
Contact: 365-8400, SRQCubanBallet.org or [email protected]
709 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: This two-week musical learning experience is open to students of all abilities. Activities for string, woodwind, brass and percussion students include daily rehearsals in a large ensemble, a technique class and skill building. No prior experience is required.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon for strings or 1-4 p.m. for band June 15-26
Tuition: $265 plus $25 application fee; scholarships available
Ages: 8-19 for strings; 11-19 for band
Contact: 941-487-2731 or [email protected]
Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota
Details: Under the direction of Sarasota Opera’s professional artistic and production staff, campers experience and study the many facets of opera. Designed for all skill levels, a typical day includes sessions in singing, acting, physical comedy, sets, props, wigs, makeup and costumes. No auditions required.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays June 8-19 (ages 8-10); 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays June 8-26 (ages 11-18)
Tuition: $350 for ages 8-10 and $525 for ages 11 and above; $25 weekly for early drop-off starting at 8:30 a.m. or late pick-up until 5 p.m., or $40 for both
Ages: (See date information)
Contact: 328-1329 or [email protected]
Details: Designed for pre-college singers, the Sarasota Opera Vocal Academy is a new addition to Sarasota Opera’s education programs. The six-day vocal intensive offers specialized training in operatic performance. The curriculum focuses on refining vocal techniques, preparing collegiate audition repertoire and exploring the rich history of opera. The program culminates in a showcase for invited guests.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 7-12. Final performance is 6 p.m. July 12.
Tuition: $600
Ages: 14-18
Contact: 328-1329
Lakewood Ranch, 8741 State Road 70 E., Bradenton
Details: For beginners, with no experience necessary. This nurturing environment makes this the perfect camp for budding musicians. Students will work on songs Monday through Friday, and the camp will culminate in a concert at the end of the week for family and friends. Instruments include bass, drums, guitar, keys, vocals and more.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jun 1-1; June 22-26; or Aug. 3-7
Tuition: $525
Ages: 7-12
Contact: SchoolOfRock.com/locations/lakewoodranch/music-camps/
Details: Beginners with little to no experience will learn about different rock instruments and begin their introduction to music theory and appreciation. Ear training, song structure, rhythm patterns, and group playing are all part of this week-long introduction to music with a performance at the end of the last day.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 8-12 or July 6-10
Tuition: $400
Ages: 5-7
Contact: SchoolOfRock.com/locations/lakewoodranch/music-camps/
Details: Come celebrate bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Weezer and many more. Students will spend Monday through Friday learning and practicing songs from the ’90s, all culminating in a live performance. Great for students with some previous instruction.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 27-31
Tuition: $525
Ages: 7-18
Contact: SchoolOfRock.com/locations/lakewoodranch/music-camps/
Details: In this rock music camp, students will have the opportunity to learn and perform songs from some of the most popular artists of our time. Campers will immerse themselves in the music, honing their skills and preparing for a live performance at the end of the week. This camp is perfect for students with some prior musical instruction.
Camp dates: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 13-17
Tuition: $525
Ages: 12-18
Contact: SchoolOfRock.com/locations/lakewoodranch/music-camps/
4001 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota
Details: This high-energy camp offers different themes every week for its summer programs, including: “Defying Gravity Camp” June 8-12; “Slay the Stage K-Pop Camp” June 15-19; “Descendants and Zombies Camp” June 22-26; “In My Dance Era” July 6-10; “Camp Disney” July 13-17; and “For Good Camp” July 20-24.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays (doors open free at 8:30 a.m. and paid aftercare 2-5:30 p.m.) June 8 to July 24
Tuition: $299 weekly (aftercare $65 weekly or $20 daily)
Ages: 5-12
Contact: 265-1444 or StageDoorStudios.com
3100 Southgate Circle, Suite B., Sarasota
Details: Students may choose focused study in guitar, piano, or violin, with expert faculty providing personalized instruction for beginners through intermediate and advanced musicians.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays select weeks in June and July
Tuition: TBA
Ages: 6-12
Contact: SarasotaSuzuki.org/Camp
The Out-of-Door Academy, Uihlein Campus, 5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota; Siesta Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Sarasota
Clark Road
Details: Campers will time travel and learn about different artists throughout history and create art projects each day that match each artist’s style. Some of the artists we learn about may include but are not limited to Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Van Gogh, and Georgia O’Keefe.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 29-July 3
Tuition: $265
Ages: Entering grades K-1
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein and Siesta Key campuses
Details: This camp is designed for young enchanter enthusiasts to dive into the fascinating world of Harry Potter and other magical realms! In this engaging program, students will craft magical wands, brew “potions” and participate in house-themed challenges that bring favorite wizard stories to life.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 15-19 at the Siesta Key campus, June 29-July 3 at the Uihlein campus
Tuition: $265 per week
Ages: Entering grades K-2
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein and Siesta Key campuses
Details: This camp will empower scholars with a deeper appreciation for fantasy literature while encouraging teamwork and creative thinking. This is a hands-on, literature-inspired creative camp for students focused on crafts and games.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 8-12 at the Uihlein campus, July 13-17 at the Siesta Key campus
Tuition: $450 per week
Ages: Entering grades 3-6
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Siesta Key Campus
Details: Each day is a new way to pretend in our enchanted forests, giant castles and amazing adventures.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 22-26
Tuition: $250
Ages: Entering Pre-K only
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Siesta Key Campus
Details: Each day is a new way to explore motion in bustling cities, winding roadways, and things that go.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 29-July 3
Tuition: $250
Ages: Entering Pre-K only
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein Campus
Details: This camp combines the arts and cooking camps into one.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 29-July 3
Tuition: $260
Ages: Entering grades K-4
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein Campus
Details: Master the essentials of Singing, Acting, and Dancing. Learn fun Broadway choreography, improve your vocal range, and explore character development through acting games.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 13-17
Tuition: $500
Ages: Entering grades 1-6
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein Campus
Details: Step into the spotlight with Thumbelina. Our 2026 Musical Theatre Camp offers an immersive experience where creativity meets the stage.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 22-26
Tuition: $500
Ages: Entering grades 3-9
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Clark Road Campus
Details: In this hands-on camp, young artists will explore the exciting world of clay by shaping, molding, and sculpting their very own masterpieces.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 29-July 3
Tuition: $275
Ages: Entering grades 3-6
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Uihlein Campus
Details: Throughout this exciting week-long journey, campers dive into rhythms from Africa, South America, Asia, the Caribbean, and more—learning how music connects people across the world.
Camp dates: 9 a.m to noon, June 22-26
Tuition: $250
Ages: Entering grades 4-6
Contact: 444-6965, [email protected]
Clark Road Campus
Details: In this playful and imaginative theater camp, young performers will explore acting, movement, and improvisation through familiar nursery rhymes and beloved storybooks.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 8-12
Tuition: $275
Ages: Entering grades K-2
Contact:
3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1130, Sarasota
3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1130, Sarasota
Details: This six-week summer camp is for young performers ready to dive deeper into musical theater. It culminates in public performances of “SpongeBob the Musical” on July 9-12.
Camp dates: June 1-July 12, with a break June 29 to July 3.
Tuition: $1,300
Ages: 11-17
Contact: 365-2494 or [email protected]
The Players Studio, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 200, Sarasota
Details: Mini camps are one-week camps where students learn scenes, dances and songs, and also make their own set pieces, props and crafts. There’s a new theme every week. Fridays end with a performance for family and friends.
Camp dates: Weekly sessions June 1-July 31
Tuition: $250 per week
Ages: 7-14
Contact: 365-2494 or [email protected]
3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: Participants will enjoy acting, singing, dancing, crafting and filming, with a focus on a different theme each week. They include K-Pop Demon Hunters, Wicked 2: For Good, Zombies 4, Annie, Mary Poppins, Mary Poppins Returns, How to Train Your Dragon, Frozen (Broadway), Anastasia (Broadway) and Rocketts Holiday Spectacular.
Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays June 1 to Aug. 7; Mini Summer Camp: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Youth Summer Camp: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuition: Mini Summer Camp: $220 weekly; Youth Summer Camp: $235 weekly $25 registration fee for both
Ages: Mini Summer Camp: Ages 4-6; Youth Summer Camp: Grades 1-8
Contact: TreeFortProductions.com
777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Details: Teens will work with skilled union technicians in hands-on activities. Each day will focus on a specific stagecraft, and participants will build their tech toolbox with both information and actual tools of the trade. The first week is the beginner camp and the second week is the advanced camp, only for those ages 14-18.
Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 8-12 and June 15-19
Tuition: $250 per week or $450 for both weeks (reduced tuition available)
Ages: 12-18
Contact: VanWezel.org
1012 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota
Details: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s Stage of Discovery is a summer musical theater intensive program for a limited number of students who are coached in acting, singing, dancing, improvisation and writing by professionals.
Camp dates: June 8-July 12. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (weeks 1-3) and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (weeks 4-5).
Tuition: Free for all students who qualify with auditions. In-person auditions take place April 12, video submissions are due April 14.
Ages: 10-18
Contact: 366-1505
