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ORLANDO ARTS MAGAZINE MARCH/APRIL 2014 34 ORLANDO ARTS MAGAZINE MARCH/APRIL 2014 35 THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE 407.695.8366, thecenterfordance.org June 2-August 15 Dance & Arts Camp Ages 6-13; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Campers attend daily dance, voice and acting classes in preparation for a weekly performance with themes ranging from Broadway to rock ’n’ roll. Tuition: $228 per week; $214 for current students; $20 registration fee June 9-27 Princess Ballerina Camp Ages 4-5; 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Students meet M, W and F for a Princess- themed camp, complete with a dance class, story time and a craft component where campers create a wand, a tiara and more. Tuition: $165; $150 for current students; $20 registration fee PAGE 15 407.422.8755, page15.org June 9-July 25 Young Writers Summer Camp Grades 2-12; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Creative writing summer camps will be offered M-F at the Downtown Recreation Center throughout the summer. Tuition: Free for all nominated students June 9-13: grades 2-3 June 16-20: grades 4-5 June 23-27: grades 6-7 July 14-18: grades 8-9 July 21-25: grades 10-12 July 14-18 & July 21-25 Game Changer Creative Writing Camp Grades 8-11; 2-5 p.m. These afternoon summer camps will be held at the Downtown Recreation Center and use role-playing games as a way to teach creative writing. Tuition: TBD BRETT REIGHN C a m p s f o r K i d s CREATIVE WRITING DANCE W hile kids welcome the summer break with great enthusiasm, it can be problematic for parents who are staring down at the blank pages on the calendar, wondering how in the world to fill them. The good news is that here in Central Florida, choosing activities that children will enjoy and parents will approve of isn’t as difficult as it may seem. The area’s cultural community is made up of a wide variety of organizations that excel at developing summer programs that are both educational and entertaining. Whether your little one wants to try his hand at painting, or your teenager wants to improve his photography skills, there are options for all ages, interests and experience levels. Check out the following listings for some of the area’s creative classes——just be sure to register early, as spaces fill up fast. Orlando Ballet School ART, MUSIC, SCIENCE AND MORE: SUMMER IS IN SESSION AT LOCAL CULTURAL VENUES. ENZIAN 407.629.1088, enzian.org July 7-20 KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp 1 Grades 5-7; M-Th: 9 a.m-5 p.m.; F: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Campers experience the art of filmmaking as they study cinematic techniques and the history of filmmaking while producing an independent film. Work is projected on the big screen at graduation on Sunday at 11 a.m. Tuition: $550; $475 for Film Society members July 21-August 3 KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp 2 Grades 6-8; M-Th: 9 a.m-5 p.m.; F: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This camp will delve into more advanced movie making lessons and techniques, such as script writing and editing, with more hands-on exercises and creative input. Work is projected on the big screen at graduation on Sunday at 11 a.m. KidFest 1 is a pre-requisite. Tuition: $650; $575 for Film Society members ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER 407.836.8580 thehistorycenter.org June 9-August 15 Adventures in History Summer Camp Grades K-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Adventures in History camp programs run M-F and offer kids an opportunity to explore their creativity and enhance their knowledge of the world around them. Tuition: $150 per week; $125 for members; discounts for multiple siblings or weeks OSCEOLA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 407.396.8644, osceolahistory.org June 16-August 8 Osceola Explorations Ages 5-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. These weeklong camps will feature different themes, from archaeology to the Civil War. Campers will go on Tuition: $165 for one week, half days; $300 for two weeks, half days; $225 for one week, full days; $400 for two weeks, full days June 9-July 14 Adaptive Dance for Children with Down Syndrome (South Campus) Ages 7-12; 9-9:50 a.m. Classes are held Saturday mornings and focus on musicality, movement, coordina- tion and large motor development in an upbeat and fun environment. Tuition: $90 June 23-July 18 Junior Intensive Workshop (Seminole Campus) Ages 8+; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Intermediate students explore jazz, musical theater and lyrical styles while creating the sets and costumes for their final performance. Tuition: $395 for two weeks; $750 for four weeks June 23-July 25 Intro Intensive (Central Campus) Ages 8+; 5-7:30 p.m. Classes are held M and W evenings and focus on ballet technique, pointe and variations. Tuition: $80 per week; $350 for five weeks June 23-July 25 Senior Intensive Ages 11+; This two- or five-week program is for advanced dancers who are en pointe; audition required. For more information, contact Orlando Ballet School. RUSSIAN ACADEMY OF BALLET 407.896.0309 russianballetsummercamp.com June 30-July 31 Summer Camp Ages 5+ Campers participate in ballet, acting, arts and crafts, music, cultural dance and more, with half- and full-day options available. Contact Academy for more information. Tuition: $90-$300 per week VALENCIA COLLEGE 407.582.2954, valenciacollege. edu/artsandentertainment/dance/ VSDI.cfm June 16-July 12 Summer Dance Institute Grades 9-12; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Held weekdays at the East Campus, this camp covers choreography/development of dance, music and stagecraft practices, cooperative learning, communication skills, and the demonstration of acquired competencies through a dance perfor- mance. Audition required. Tuition: See website CENTRAL FLORIDA BALLET 407.849.9942 centralfloridaballet.com June 23-August 8 Mini Summer Dance Camp Ages 3-6; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. This is a great way to introduce children to dance. Students enjoy ballet, tap, jazz, music, art, theater and more. Tuition: $125; $225 for both sessions June 23-27: Session 1 August 4-8: Session 2 July 7-August 1 Summer Intensive at Central Florida Ballet Ages 7+ This program provides pre-professional training in the Vaganova (Russian) method and ends with a student demonstration; advanced students attend M-F; introductory/ intermediate students attend M, W, F Tuition: Varies per level and number of weeks attending ORLANDO BALLET SCHOOL 407.418.9818 (Seminole Campus: 407.834.8895) orlandoballetschool.org June 9-20 Junior Intensive Dance Camp (South & Central Campuses) Ages 7+; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This camp includes ballet, jazz, musical theater, conditioning, acting and crafts. Choose half or full days, one or two weeks. FILM HISTORY © 2013 LISBET PHOTOGRAPHY-LISBETSTUDIO.COM The Center for Contemporary Dance
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THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE407.695.8366, thecenterfordance.org
June 2-August 15Dance & Arts CampAges 6-13; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Campers attend daily dance, voice and acting classes in preparation for a weekly performance with themes ranging from Broadway to rock ’n’ roll. Tuition: $228 per week; $214 for current students; $20 registration fee
June 9-27Princess Ballerina CampAges 4-5; 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Students meet M, W and F for a Princess-themed camp, complete with a dance class, story time and a craft component where campers create a wand, a tiara and more. Tuition: $165; $150 for current students; $20 registration fee
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June 9-July 25Young Writers Summer CampGrades 2-12; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Creative writing summer camps will be offered M-F at the Downtown Recreation Center throughout the summer. Tuition: Free for all nominated students June 9-13: grades 2-3 June 16-20: grades 4-5 June 23-27: grades 6-7 July 14-18: grades 8-9 July 21-25: grades 10-12
July 14-18 & July 21-25Game Changer Creative Writing Camp Grades 8-11; 2-5 p.m.These afternoon summer camps will be held at the Downtown Recreation Center and use role-playing games as a way to teach creative writing. Tuition: TBD B
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While kids welcome the summer break with great enthusiasm, it can be problematic for parents who are staring down at the blank pages on the calendar, wondering how in the world to fill them. The good news is that here in
Central Florida, choosing activities that children will enjoy and parents will approve of isn’t as difficult as it may seem. The area’s cultural community is made up of a wide variety of organizations that excel at developing summer programs that are both educational and entertaining. Whether your little one wants to try his hand at painting, or your teenager wants to improve his photography skills, there are options for all ages, interests and experience levels. Check out the following listings for some of the area’s creative classes——just be sure to register early, as spaces fill up fast.
Orlando Ballet School
ART, MUSIC, SCIENCE AND MORE: SUMMER IS IN SESSION AT LOCAL CULTURAL VENUES.
ENZIAN407.629.1088, enzian.org
July 7-20KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp 1Grades 5-7; M-Th: 9 a.m-5 p.m.; F: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Campers experience the art of filmmaking as they study cinematic techniques and the history of filmmaking while producing an independent film. Work is projected on the big screen at graduation on Sunday at 11 a.m. Tuition: $550; $475 for Film Society members
July 21-August 3KidFest Young Filmmakers’ Summer Camp 2Grades 6-8; M-Th: 9 a.m-5 p.m.; F: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.This camp will delve into more advanced movie making lessons and techniques, such as script writing and editing, with more hands-on exercises and creative input. Work is projected on the big screen at graduation on Sunday at 11 a.m. KidFest 1 is a pre-requisite. Tuition: $650; $575 for Film Society members
ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER407.836.8580 thehistorycenter.org
June 9-August 15Adventures in History Summer CampGrades K-8; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Adventures in History camp programs run M-F and offer kids an opportunity to explore their creativity and enhance their knowledge of the world around them. Tuition: $150 per week; $125 for members; discounts for multiple siblings or weeks
OSCEOLA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY407.396.8644, osceolahistory.org
June 16-August 8Osceola ExplorationsAges 5-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.These weeklong camps will feature different themes, from archaeology to the Civil War. Campers will go on
Tuition: $165 for one week, half days; $300 for two weeks, half days; $225 for one week, full days; $400 for two weeks, full days
June 9-July 14
Adaptive Dance for Children with Down Syndrome (South Campus)Ages 7-12; 9-9:50 a.m.Classes are held Saturday mornings and focus on musicality, movement, coordina-tion and large motor development in an upbeat and fun environment. Tuition: $90
June 23-July 18
Junior Intensive Workshop (Seminole Campus)Ages 8+; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Intermediate students explore jazz, musical theater and lyrical styles while creating the sets and costumes for their final performance. Tuition: $395 for two weeks; $750 for four weeks
June 23-July 25
Intro Intensive (Central Campus)Ages 8+; 5-7:30 p.m.Classes are held M and W evenings and focus on ballet technique, pointe and variations. Tuition: $80 per week; $350 for five weeks
June 23-July 25
Senior IntensiveAges 11+; This two- or five-week program is for advanced dancers who are en pointe; audition required. For more information, contact Orlando Ballet School.
RUSSIAN ACADEMY OF BALLET407.896.0309russianballetsummercamp.com
June 30-July 31Summer CampAges 5+ Campers participate in ballet, acting, arts and crafts, music, cultural dance and more, with half- and full-day options available. Contact Academy for more information. Tuition: $90-$300 per week
VALENCIA COLLEGE407.582.2954, valenciacollege.edu/artsandentertainment/dance/VSDI.cfm
June 16-July 12Summer Dance InstituteGrades 9-12; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.Held weekdays at the East Campus, this camp covers choreography/development of dance, music and stagecraft practices, cooperative learning, communication skills, and the demonstration of acquired competencies through a dance perfor-mance. Audition required. Tuition: See website
CENTRAL FLORIDA BALLET407.849.9942 centralfloridaballet.com
June 23-August 8Mini Summer Dance CampAges 3-6; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.This is a great way to introduce children to dance. Students enjoy ballet, tap, jazz, music, art, theater and more. Tuition: $125; $225 for both sessions June 23-27: Session 1 August 4-8: Session 2
July 7-August 1Summer Intensive at Central Florida BalletAges 7+ This program provides pre-professional training in the Vaganova (Russian) method and ends with a student demonstration; advanced students attend M-F; introductory/ intermediate students attend M, W, F Tuition: Varies per level and number of weeks attending
ORLANDO BALLET SCHOOL407.418.9818 (Seminole Campus: 407.834.8895) orlandoballetschool.org
June 9-20Junior Intensive Dance Camp (South & Central Campuses)Ages 7+; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.This camp includes ballet, jazz, musical theater, conditioning, acting and crafts. Choose half or full days, one or two weeks.
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Public Library located downtown with fun, interactive events for the entire family. Tuition: Free. Seating is limited for some events; call to register in advance.
PINOCCHIO’S MARIONETTE THEATER 407.834.8757, pinocchios.net
July 14-18
Pinocchio’s Puppet Festival Summer Camp11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Kids learn to work with professional string marionettes and write, build and perform their own puppet show for a public audience. Tuition: $135
STARVING ARTIST STUDIOS407.370.4909 starvingartiststudios.com
April 12-July 20
Oliver!Grades K-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Starving Artist is teaming up with Central Florida Community Arts to present a timeless classic. The show will be performed with a 22-piece orchestra. Audition required. Tuition: $495 for K-5 students; $595 grades 6-12
Tuition: $99-$119 per week, depending on registration date and number of weeks
GATEWAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS386.668.5553 gatewaycenterforthearts.org/summer-camp.html
June 9-August 1Summer Art and Theater CampsAges 6-16; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Kids can make fun art projects or learn theater skills in weeklong camps held M-F. Tuition: Starting at $125 per week; $115 for members.
ORANGE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM407.835.7323, ocls.info
June 7-August 9OCLS Summer Reading ProgramAges 6-12; 11 a.m.Kids can fizz, boom and read at all OCLS locations, with weekly events featuring science, animals, art and storytelling taking place M-F (See website for a complete list of branches and programs.) Grab a reading and activity calendar to receive a prize pack and a chance to win a grand prize. Radio Disney Orlando will help get the party started on June 7 at 3 p.m. at the Orlando
exciting field trips and have their projects displayed in the museum. Tuition: $130; $100 for members
ATLANTIC CENTER FOR THE ARTS386.423.1753 atlanticcenterforthearts.org
June 17-August 8ACA Summer CampsAges 6-12; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Weekly camp sessions will be held T-F and provide children the opportunity to explore their creativity and ideas of art and culture through a variety of art forms. Tuition: $125 per week; $100 for members
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SUMMER ZONE407.841.6855, bgccf.org
June 9-July 17Summer Arts AcademyAges 10-14; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida Summer Zone is proud to present its 2014 Summer Arts Academy, held M-Th at Lockhart and Lakeview middle schools. Note: Closed June 30-July 4. Tuition: $135, including field trips
CAPOEIRA BRAZILIAN PELOURINHO407.226.3195 capoeirabrazilpelo.com
June 9-August 15Capoeira: Martial Arts Summer CampAges 3-13; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Capoeira is a very unique martial art that combines self-defense techniques with music, acrobatics and dance.
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This workshop will include master classes on audition techniques for musical theater. Students should bring a memorized one-minute monologue and a 32-bar cut of two contrasting songs. They will learn about effective resume writing and appropriate headshots, including an afternoon photo shoot. Tuition: $349
July 14-18Wacky Week!Grades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This camp offers a little bit of everything: theme days, games, sports, water-fun day, arts and crafts, bounce houses, tie-dying, games, scavenger hunts and more. Tuition: $325
July 14-25Middle School Film CampGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.In this two-week class (M-F), students will write, produce and act in their own short film, getting to film “on location” at different areas. They will receive an edited DVD of the film, which will be presented at the Enzian. Tuition: $525
July 21-25Pop Star Camp Session AGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Participants will be transformed into pop stars as they learn songs and dance combinations to their favorite, age-appropriate pop songs. Camp is suitable for both boys and girls. Tuition: $249
July 21-August 8High School Film CampGrades 9-college freshmen; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.In this three-week class (M-F), students will write, produce and act in their own short film, getting to film “on location” at different areas. They will receive an edited DVD of the film, which will be presented at the Enzian. Tuition: $625
July 28-August 1Elementary Musical Theatre CampGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Students will have daily classes in music, dance and acting each morning. After-noons will be filled with rehearsals, using scenes from popular musicals to prepare for a parent showcase on the last day of camp. Tuition: $295
August 4-8Musical Instrument Petting ZooGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.This program will allow your little musician to try a wide variety of instruments, including piano, drums, guitars, strings, woodwinds, and more. Tuition: $169
August 4-8Pop Star Camp Session BGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Participants will be transformed into pop stars as they learn songs and dance combinations to their favorite, age-appropriate pop songs. Camp is suitable for both boys and girls. Tuition: $249
June 16-20Little Voices EnsembleGrades 1-5; 1-4 p.m.The perfect camp for little ones who love to sing, but might not quite be old enough for private voice lessons. This camp teaches the fundamentals of good, healthy singing. Tuition: $149
June 16-20Young Actors ToolboxGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Through fun exercises, games, mask making, mime and learning scenes from plays, this camp will help young actors develop all the tools they need to start getting parts in shows. Tuition: $149
July 7-11High School Acting IntensiveGrades 9-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.For the serious actor, this full-day camp will teach improv, character study, scene study, basic stage combat, monologue study, audition techniques and more in a master class setting. Tuition: $295
July 7-11Middle School Acting IntensiveGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.See above description. Tuition: $295
July 7-August 1Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. Grades 2-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This camp will be held M-F at the Roth Jewish Community Center in Maitland. In addition to rehearsing and performing a fully staged musical, students will enjoy all the perks of Camp J, including daily swimming, color wars, weekly field trips and more. Tuition: $1,209; discounts for JCC members
July 14-18Auditioning for the Musical TheatreGrades 8-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
June 9-13
Crafty CampersGrades 1-5; 1-4 p.m.Students will create fun, summertime crafts with various materials from painting on canvas to polymer clay. Tuition: $149
June 9-13
Elementary Music CampGrades 1-5; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Students will sing, play different instruments, write songs, build their own instruments and play in their own music ensemble, which will perform a concert for parents on the last day of class. Tuition: $149
June 9-13
Stretching, Toning and Conditioning: DanceGrades 7-12; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.This class is open to dancers of all abilities who are looking to improve their flexibility, stamina and tone their body in this one-week makeover designed to help dancers dance stronger, longer. Tuition: $149
June 9-July 3
Hairspray, Jr.Grades 2-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This camp will be held M-F at the Roth Jewish Community Center in Maitland. In addition to rehearsing and performing a fully staged musical, students will enjoy all the perks of Camp J, including daily swimming, color wars, weekly field trips, and more. Tuition: $1,209; discounts for JCC members
June 16-20
Hip Hop IntensiveGrades 7-12; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.This one-week, high-energy dance intensive is for beginning to intermediate level hip-hop dancers. Tuition: $149
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FLORIDA SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA407.999.7800, fsyo.org
July 14-25FSYO StringMania Summer CampAges 7-15; variesHeld at the College Park Baptist Church, Stringmania is a two-week program for string players, providing a challenging and fun musical experience and culminating in a camp showcase. Tuition: $400 for the full-day, two-week program; $300 for the half-day, two-week program
FLORIDA YOUNG ARTISTS ORCHESTRA407.257.8886, fyao.org
June 16-20FYAO Music Summer Camp Ages 7-18; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Held at Trinity Preparatory School, FYAO summer camp is open to all strings, woodwind, brass and percussion musicians who can read music. Tuition: $250
HAPCO MUSIC FOUNDATION INC800.409.6133, hapcopromo.orggatorlandbandcamp.com
July 14-18Gatorland Summer Band Camp 2014Grades 7-12Led by top professionals, this program is designed to accommodate all musicians, from the less experienced to the most talented, with a minimum requirement of one year of training on their chosen instrument. Overnight campers will stay at the Holiday Inn-Walt Disney World Resort.
Tuition: overnight camp: $800; day camp: $550
LEESBURG CENTER FOR THE ARTS352.516.2812 leesburgcenter4arts.com
July 28-August 1Summer Rock Band CampGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This is a one-week rock camp for middle-school students with a performance on Friday at 6 p.m. Tuition: $150
METROPOLITAN AREA YOUTH SYMPHONY407.761.5170, maysymphony.org
June 23-27MAYS Summer Camp 2014Ages 5-22; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Held at St. Alban’s Anglican Cathedral, MAYS camp offers instruction in full orchestra, chamber music, music theory, composition, recitals, and more. Tuition: $225
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CAMP FOR GIRLS, CENTRAL FL407.674.2799 girlsrockorlando.wordpress.com
July 20-26Girls Rock Orlando: Summer Camp 2014Ages 8-17; M: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; T-F: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat: 4 p.m. showcaseCampers will learn an instrument, form a band, write a song and perform for their friends. Camp will be held at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. Tuition: $350; financial assistance available
August 4-8
Stage MakeupGrades 2-6; 1-4 p.m.Students will learn fun make-up tips and tricks for the stage, such as creating wounds, building fake noses, making actors look old and more. Tuition: $169
TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL321.282.2561 trinityprep.org/summer
Kids CampsGrades K-12; VariousTrinity Prep’s summer programs include arts, academics and athletics. Tuition: Varies
FLORIDA OPERA THEATRE, INC.407.718.4365 music.cah.ucf.edu/camps/opera.php
June 7-14
Summer Opera InstituteGrades 9+; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Held on the UCF campus, this intensive eight-day program is for high school and college singers interested in exploring classical vocal music and developing their vocal potential. Tuition: $425-$495, depending on registration date
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July 7-August 32014 Young People’s Theatre Summer CampAges 7-18; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Bay Street Players seeks to improve the lives of children through the experience, educational training and performance of theatrical arts. Camp will be held at the historic State Theatre. Tuition: $325
CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS407.937.1800, cfcarts.com
All camps will be held at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church
June 16-201-2-3 Me & The SeaGrades K-2; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Award-winning Disney Junior hits are the foundation for this wonderful week of dramatic play, music, movement and puppetry. Tuition: $150
July 7-11Up, Up & AwayGrades 3-6; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This musical camp offers the opportunity to work with a professional music director and choreographer on classic Disney songs. Tuition: $175
July 21-25Shining StarsGrades 7-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.This musical theatre youth camp tackles songs and scenes from current Broadway shows, including Matilda, Les Misérables, Newsies, and more. Tuition: $175
HUMOR RESOURCES IMPROVhumorresourcesimprov.com
June 1-August 1Summer Camp9 a.m.-12 p.m.Humor Resources Improv will be offering summer camps M-F throughout Lake County. Like on Facebook for more information. Tuition: TBD
IN THE LIMELIGHT407.340.0920 inthelimelightorlando.com
June 9-August 17Musical Theater ProductionsGrades K-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Audition required
June 16-20Garden Explorer CampGrades 5-6; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuition: $115; $95 for members
July 14-18Garden Detective CampGrades 3-4; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Tuition: $100; $80 for members
August 4-8Junior Garden Detective CampGrades 1-2; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $180; $60 for members
IBRICK ACADEMY407.230.6100, ibrickacademy.com
June 9-August 8LEGO RoboCamp Summer CampLEGO Master Builder Academy SummersLEGO Summer Camps by iBrick Jr.9 a.m.-3 p.m.iBrick Academy uses LEGO bricks and other products to offer a variety of camps that make learning S.T.E.M. fun and engaging. Camps will be held in Orange, Polk, Osceola, Seminole, Brevard and Lake counties. Tuition: $245; $225 for returning campers
ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER407.514.2112, osc.org
June 2-August 15OSC Summer Camps 2014Grades Pre-K-9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.The Orlando Science Center offers a wide variety of exciting and creative summer camps for kids. Tuition: Pre-K: $195, $185 for members; grades K-4: $235-$270, $205-$240 for members; grades 5-6: Jr. Science Academy —— $295-$330, $255-$290 for members; grades 7-9: Sr. Science Academy —— $385-$420, $340-$375 for members
VALENCIA COLLEGE407.761.7730, rockandrollcamp.net
June 9-13 & July 21-25
Rock and Roll Summer Music CampGrades 6-12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Held at the East Campus, this is an intensive musical experience for middle and high school students who want to learn the entire process of creating, rehearsing and performing a rock-and- roll show. Tuition: $320
CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS407.323.4450 x123 centralfloridazoo.org
June 3-August 12
Summer CampAges 6-12; Half days: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; Full days: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.The Central Florida Zoo offers exciting, half and full-day summer camps, such as Pirates of the ZOOribbean, Jr. Zoo Keeper, Jungle to Jungle, Swamp Stompin’ Gone Wild!, Ickyology, Raptor Camp and more. Tuition: $135 per week, half days; $185 per week, full days; $115 and $165 respectively for annual pass holders
June 3-August 12
Cub ClubAges 2-5; 9:30-10:15 a.m.In these preschool programs, kids and their parents can choose from a variety of fun, animal-themed series to enjoy together. Each series includes three classes. Tuition: $50 per series; $40 for annual pass holders
DINOSAUR WORLD813.717.9865, dinosaurworld.comSummertime at Dinosaur WorldAll ages Home to 200 life-size dinosaurs, a fossil dig, dino gems, live shows and animatronics, Dinosaur World invites families and classes to learn, have fun, or just enjoy a quiet encounter with the lifelike animals. Rates start at $5 per person (minimum 12 people) and picnic tables can be reserved for the day. Children ages 3-12 get a free fossil dig ticket.
HARRY P. LEU GARDENS407.246.2620, leugardens.orgCampers explore the gardens and enjoy a variety of other activities in the following three camps:
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Kids will enjoy a princess tea party, crafts, acting, singing and dancing as they dress up like their favorite princesses. Tuition: $150
ORLANDO REPERTORY THEATRE407.896.7365, orlandorep.com
June 9-August 3Summer Stock Production: Crazy for YouGrades 7-12; 2:30-6:30 p.m. Classes meet M-F; audition required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: $475
June 9-August 15REP Summer CampsGrades 1-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Weekly Youth Academy camps are designed to foster self-confidence, creative thinking and collaboration through the performing arts. Classes are divided into grades 1-2, 3-5 and 6-10. Tuition: $190-$275
June 16-20Production Camp: Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. Grades 3-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Classes meet M-F, with a performance on Sat. at 1 p.m.; audition required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: $250
June 16-August 3Design and Tech AcademyGrades 7-12; 2:30-6:30 p.m. Classes meet M-F; an interview is required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: $300
July 7-11Ultimate Super HeroesAges 3-7; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Super heroes unite in this high-energy camp where students learn what it takes to be a hero using special effects and stage combat techniques. Tuition: $150
July 14-18Under the SeaAges 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Children join Nemo, Shamu, Flounder and other friends of the sea in this wonderful underwater adventure. Tuition: $150
July 21-25Fun with Disney and Nick Ages 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Campers sing, act and dance as they recreate characters from their favorite Disney and Nick shows. Tuition: $150
July 28-August 1Totally Toy Story Ages 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. In this fun-filled camp, kids will play along with Woody and Buzz as they discover new ways to make and use toys and games. Tuition: $150
August 4-8Rain Forest Adventure Ages 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Participants explore the sights and sounds of the rain forest through art, music and dance. Tuition: $150
August 11-15Princess Camp IIAges 4-8; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tuition: $180-$200 June 9-13: Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Kids (grades K-5) June 16-27: Disney’s Peter Pan (grades 4-12) July 7-18: Annie (grades 4-12) July 21-August 3: Hairspray (grades 6-12) July 28-August 1: Pop Diva (grades 4-8) August 4-17: Bugsy Malone (grades 4-12)
June 16-August 15
Themed Drama CampsGrades K-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $150-$200 June 16-20: Tangled Up June 23-27: Pixie Hollow Adventures June 30-July 3: Toy Story Trilogy July 7-11: We Love Frozen July 14-18: Monsters Inc. July 21-25: Pop Diva July 28-August 1: Princess Academy: Cinderella & Tatiana August 4-8: Princess Academy: Jasmine & Aurora August 11-15: Princess Academy: Mulan & Belle
June 16-August 8
Themed Drama CampsGrades 3-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $180-$200 June 16-20: Despicable Me June 23-27: Pirates of Neverland & the Caribbean June 30-July 3: Adventures of Harry Potter July 7-11: Get Tangled July 14-18: We Love Frozen July 21-25: Star Wars August 4-8: Be Brave
MAGIC CURTAIN PRODUCTIONS407.282.8368, magiccurtainproductions.com
June 9-13Neverland Fairytale AdventuresAges 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Campers journey to Neverland with Peter Pan and Wonderland with Alice as they act, sing, create and use puppets to explore fairytale adventures. Tuition: $150
June 16-20Pirates, Princess & Treasure! Ages 4-6; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Participants discover hidden treasure as they embark on a treasure hunt with pirates and princesses and make a treasure map, sing pirate songs and use puppets. Tuition: $150
June 23-27Princess Camp I Ages 4-8; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids will enjoy a princess tea party, crafts, acting, singing and dancing as they dress up like their favorite princesses. Tuition: $150
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July 7-12Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella G2KGrades 3-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Classes meet M-F, with a performance on Sat. at 1 p.m.; audition required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: $250
July 28-August 9Two-Week Production CampGrades 6-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Classes meet M-F, with a performance on Sat. at 1 p.m.; audition required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: $300
August 4-8Power Chords 2014-2015Grades 8-12; 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Classes meet M-F; audition required; visit orlandorep.com/YAauditions for appointment. Tuition: free
ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UCF407.447.1700, orlandoshakes.org
June 16-27Shakespeare’s Players & Bards Grades 2-8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.While exploring the world of The Merry Wives of Windsor, campers will be intro-duced to the techniques of Shakespeare in performance. Tuition: $375
June 16-July 11The Young Company Grades 9-12; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Working with professional directors and
costume, lighting, set and sound designers, participants give a final, ticketed perfor-mance; auditions required. Tuition: $475
July 7-11Critter Mask TheatreAge 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Campers have fun creating stories, complete with furry friends and masks to make them come alive. Tuition: $190 ($350 with Critter Musical Theatre)
July 7-11Critter Musical Theatre Age 4-Grade 2; 1-4:30 p.m.Campers will bring beloved classics, such as Winnie the Pooh, James and the Giant Peach and Charlotte’s Web, to life through music, dance and drama. Tuition: $190 ($350 with Critter Mask Theatre)
July 7-11Night of the New Magicians: A Magic Tree House Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Merlin sends Jack and Annie on a mysterious mission to Paris more than a 100 years ago. Campers will learn magic tricks and share this adventure with Jack and Annie. Tuition: $225
July 14-25Shakespeare with Heart Grades 7-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Held weekays, this program allows students with and without special needs to work together over a two-week period to produce The Merchant of Venice. Tuition: $200
July 21-25Villains Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Using makeup and movement, as well as basic acting techniques, campers will explore different interpretations of stories through the villains’ eyes. Tuition: $225
July 28-August 1Camp AnimationGrades 9-12; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Campers will learn traditional animation techniques and voice acting skills, character development and storyline. Tuition: $300
July 28-August 1Fairy Tale Musical Theatre Age 4-Grade 2; 1-4:30 p.m.Campers are introduced to basic vocal, dance and performance techniques through fairy tales and special presentations. Tuition: $190
July 28-August 1Fairy Tale Puppet Theatre Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Campers use movement and imaginative play to invent their own puppet theater fairy tales. The camp will culminate in a presentation for friends and family. Tuition: $190
June 16-August 8The REP At UCF Summer CampsGrades 1-12; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Held at UCF, these Youth Academy camps meet M-F and are designed to foster self-confidence, creative thinking, collaboration, trust and discipline through the performing arts. Classes are divided into grades 1-2, 3-5, 6-10 and 9-12. Tuition: $190-$250 June 16-23: Students in grades 9-12 focus on advanced acting and musical techniques for building performance skills. June 16-August 8: Grades 1-2 and 3-5 July 7-August 8: Grades 6-10
June 23-July 25KinderdramaPre-K to K, with guardian; time variesThese dynamic, interactive classes focus on social and artistic development through creativity. Tuition: varies
June 23-August 1The REP @ Celebration Summer CampsGrades 1-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Held in Celebration, these Youth Academy camps meet M-F and are designed to foster self-confidence, creative thinking, collaboration, trust and discipline through the performing arts. Classes are divided into grades 1-2, 3-5 and 6-10. Tuition: $190-$215
June 30-July 11The REP @ Celebration: Kinderdrama ClassesPre-K to K, with guardian; time variesThese dynamic, interactive classes focus on social and artistic development through creativity. Tuition: varies
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July 14-18: Mad About Masters July 28-August 1: Around the World August 4-8: Natural Maitland
THE CHARLES HOSMER MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART407.645.5311, morsemuseum.org
The museum’s free summer programs are organized exclusively for children and their parents. The number of participants is limited and reservations are required. For more information, or to make a reservation, please call the Education Department at 407.645.5311 x136.
June 27, July 11, July 18, July 25, August 1
Friday Family Films Grades K-5; 10 a.m.This 90-minute program includes a short film, a tour of one or more of the galleries and an art project related to the museum’s collection. Tuition: free
July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29
Tuesday Family Tours Grades K-5; 10 a.m.Explore the late 19th- and early 20th-century American art in the Morse’s galleries. Each 45-minute tour is led by a museum docent and includes a take-home art activity. Tuition: free
CITY OF CASSELBERRY407.262.7700 x1, casselberry.org
June 2-July 25
Camp Casselberry Summer FunGrades 1-5; 7 a.m.-6 p.m.Camp Casselberry will take place M-F and provides children a safe, respectful, age-appropriate, supervised place to have fun during the summer break. Tuition: $120 per week; $95 for residents
June 2-August 1
Casselberry Art House Summer Art AcademyGrades 6-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Students explore creativity M-F in a variety of painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery and mixed-media projects. Tuition: $85; $65 for residents
CORNELL FINE ARTS MUSEUM407.646.2526, cfam.rollins.edu
June 20 & August 8
CFAMily DaysAges 6+; 2-6 p.m.Families can stop by at any time to enjoy hands-on art activities, scavenger hunts, and other fun games and programs. Tuition: free
WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER407.321.8111, wdpac.com
July 7-25WDPAC Senior Summer CampAges 11-18; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Campers will learn all aspects of theater in this three-week theatrical experience. Tuition: $385
July 28-August 1WDPAC Junior Summer CampAges 6-10; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.This camp offers an introduction to theater with crafts and a mini-show at the end of the week. Tuition: $185
ART & HISTORY MUSEUMS——MAITLAND407.539.2181, artandhistory.org
June 16-August 8Culture CampAges 6-13; 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Camp sessions will be held at the Maitland Art Center and are tailored to two age groups (ages 6-9 and 10-13). Camps will present a variety of themes and activities that focus on drawing, painting, pottery and sculpture; half- and full-day programs available. Tuition: Full days: $150 for one week; $280 for two weeks; $390 for four weeks; $550 for five weeks; $650 for six weeks; half days: $100 per week June 16-20: Color June 23-27: Alternate Art July 7-11: History Comes Alive
July 28-August 1Shakespeare’s Characters Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.While exploring the world of Twelfth Night, campers will be introduced to the techniques of Shakespeare in performance. Tuition: $275
July 28-August 1Shakespeare’s Characters Grades 6-8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.While exploring the world of Much Ado About Nothing, campers will be introduced to the techniques of Shakespeare in performance. Tuition: $275
August 4-8CSI: Shakespeare Grades 2-5; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.This camp challenges young artists to utilize their sleuthing skills to interpret some of the great crimes in Shakespeare’s works. Tuition: $225
August 11-15Cartoon Theatre Age 4-Grade 2; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Campers will bring cartoon characters to life using costume pieces, movement and imaginative play. Tuition: $190
SAK COMEDY LAB407.648.0001, sakcomedylab.com
June 16-20SAK Improv Summer CampAges 10-12; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.This five-day experience will cover the fundamentals of spontaneously creating stories through teamwork and performing techniques in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Tuition: $275
June 23-27SAK Summer Improv Camp for TeensAges 13-16; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.See above description. Tuition: $275
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THE MENNELLO MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART407.246.4278 mennellomuseum.com
June 10-12Folk Art FunAges 8-11; 1-4 p.m.Students will meet T-Th to explore a wide range of recycled and found materials and transform them into new works of art. For inspiration, campers will examine treasures in the museum’s permanent collection of folk art. Tuition: $75; $65 for members
July 8-9enCHANTmentAges 8-11; 1-4 p.m.Students will meet T-Th to explore a wide range of found and recycled materials and transform them into new works of art. For inspiration, campers will explore “enCHANTment,” a special exhibition featuring a handmade barn wood chapel. Tuition: $75; $65 for members
July 22-24Explore the American WestAges 8-11; 1-4 p.m.Campers will meet T-Th to participate in guided gallery explorations of Mingled Visions: Images from “The North American Indian” by Edward S. Curtis and Prehistoric/Historic Southwest Pottery followed by hands-on workshops in pinhole pho- tography and pottery. Tuition: $75; $65 for members
ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART407.896.4231, omart.org
June 9-August 15Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 1-2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $210; $190 for members (Viva la Mexico: $168; $152 for members) June 9-13: Aztec to Zapotec June 16-20: Handmade Nations June 23-27: Lines, Colors and Shapes June 30-July 3: Viva la Mexico July 7-11: Polynesian Holiday July 14-18: Adventures with Abstraction July 21-25: Fabulous Pharaohs July 28-August 1: Crazed for Clay August 4-8: Ports o’ Call August 11-15: The Art of Peace
June 9-August 15Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 3-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $115; $105 for members; (Pop Art Party: $92; $84 for members; $10 firing fee for Creative Clay Creatures) June 9-13: Reinventing the Still Life
includes classes in painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics and sculpture. Tuition: $410; $390 for members June 16-26: Session 4 June 30-July 10: Session 5 July 14-24: Session 6
July 28-August 1
Summer ArtCamp: Session 7— — Art Exploration!Ages 5-8; 1-3:45 p.m.This half-day camp features three classes a day in sculpture, clay, and painting and drawing. Tuition: $180; $160 for members
LEESBURG CENTER FOR THE ARTS352.365.0232 leesburgcenter4arts.com
Leesburg Center for the Arts offers weeklong visual art camps for a variety of age groups.
June 16-20
Artistic Independence Summer CampGrades 9-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $75
June 23-27
Middle School Summer CampGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $150
July 7-11
Color Crush Saga Summer CampAges 4-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $75
July 14-18
Early Elementary Summer CampGrades 1-2; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $75
CREALDÉ SCHOOL OF ART407.671.1886, crealde.org
June 9-13Summer ArtCamp: Session 1A and 1B— —Discover Art!Ages 4-5; 9-11:45 a.m. and 1-3:45 p.m.This camp offers half-days filled with hands-on exploration in two- and three-dimensional art. The program is designed to nurture creativity in our youngest children. Tuition: $180; $160 for members
June 9-13Summer ArtCamp: Session 2— — Art Exploration!Ages 5-8; 9-11:45 a.m.This half-day camp features three classes a day in sculpture, clay, and painting and drawing. Tuition: $180; $160 for members
June 9-13Summer ArtCamp: Session 3— — Advanced Art StudioAges 13-17; 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m.Students concentrate on one medium: painting and drawing, film, digital pho- tography, wheel throwing, or hand-building clay. Tuition: $230; $210 for members
June 16-July 19Summer Saturdays and More!Ages 4-17These six-week classes in a variety of media will be taught by professional artists. Classes meet once a week; see website for details. Tuition: $100-$170, including materials
June 16-July 24Summer ArtCamp: Session 4-6— — Multi-Media Art AdventuresAges 8-12; 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.This full-day camp is held M-Th and
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Jun 16-20: Passion for Portraits June 23-27: Mixed Media Magic June 30-July 3: Pop Art Party July 14-18: Fabulous Fibers July 21-25: Cartoon Creations July 28-August 1: Animals in 3-D August 4-8: Linoleum Block Printing August 11-15: Creative Clay Creatures
June 9-August 15Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 3-5; 1-4 p.m.Tuition: $115; $105 for members (Art Around the World: $92; $84 for members; $10 firing fee for Tea Party Madness) June 9-13: Wonderful Weaving June 16-20: Printmaking Potpourri June 23-27: Fantasy Art June 30-July 3: Art Around the World July 14-18: It’s All About Me July 21-25: Tea Party Madness July 28-August 1: Painting Studio August 4-8: Eco Art Summer Art Camp August 1-15: Art-Form-a-Day
June 9-August 15Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Tuition: $115; $105 for members (Art Sampler: $92; $84 for members) June 9-13: Art-Inspired Fashion June 16-20: Printmaking Basics June 30-July 3: Art Sampler July 7-11: Painting Basics July 14-18: Drawing Dynamic Portraits July 21-25: Digital Photography August 11-15: Linoleum Block Printing
June 9-August 15Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 6-8; 1-4 p.m.Tuition: $115; $105 for members ($10 firing fee for Making Clay Faces) June 9-13: New Zealand Adventure June 16-20: 3-D Sculpture July 7-11: Graphic Novels July 14-18: Watercolor Workshop July 21-25: Basic Bookbinding August 11-15: Making Clay Faces
June 23-August 8Themed Summer Art CampsGrades 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $230; $210 for members ($10 materials fee for Intensive Painting and Terrific Textiles) June 23-27: Interior Design July 28-August 1: Intensive Painting August 4-8: Terrific Textiles
July 7-11Puppet Making Summer Art CampGrades 3-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Tuition: $230; $210 for members
August 19-21ARTy pARTy Family Summer Art CampGrades pre-K with adult; 9:30-11 a.m.This studio session is held T-Th for families with pre-K children. Tuition: $45 per adult/child; $40.50 for members ($15 each additional child)
