Violin, viola and cello students are welcome! Join us for camp just in time to refresh your summer practice! But it's not just music! Additional camp activities include: Art projects Scavenger hunts Recreation at the Student Fitness Center Board games Video game music Shirt decorating

Bring the Renaissance to life while building your theatre skills! Join us for a two-week, full-day theatre experience perfect for young performers in 6th–10th grade. Campers will sing, dance, act, and gain hands-on experience with technical elements like set, props, and costumes—all in a fun, supportive, and creative environment designed to build confidence, collaboration, and stage skills.

Teen Retreat is a safe, non-threatening, supportive, non-judgmental, weekend gathering of teenagers who are grieving the death of someone significant.

“Acappellooza Summer” is an overnight a cappella music summer camp held at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) for students in grades 9-12. For four days students will be immersed in singing led by some of the world’s most prominent names in a cappella music, including five-time international champion chorus the AMBASSADORS OF HARMONY, and two-time gold medalists DR. JIM HENRY and DEBBIE CLEVELAND.

The core mission of the Summer Piano Intensive (SPI) is educating aspiring young pianists. Students participate in a variety of workshops and seminars and perform in weekly Friday concerts. SPI is primarily geared towards students ages 12 to 16. Younger students who demonstrate advanced playing level are encouraged to apply and will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Students are expected to participate in daytime as well as evening activities, including recitals and outreach concerts, as well as weekends. NCPF is geared towards students aged 16 to 26. Students aged 14-15 who demonstrate advanced playing level are encouraged to apply and will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

These two unique week-long sessions will cover the fundamentals of acting, devising new work, and improvisation! Each camp experience includes opportunities to create original theatre pieces and explore scripted scenes. Metro Theater Company and Saint Louis University provide a welcoming community for young actors to grow– regardless of their previous experience level. This camp will consist of ensemble building, master classes, improv, and scene work. Lunch will be provided daily by SLU dining. There will be a performance that highlights what was explored throughout the week for family and friends on the last day of each session.

Metro Theater Company and Saint Louis University invite high school students to explore advanced acting, movement, improvisation, technical theatre, and audition techniques with professional theater artists! Students will have access to SLU’s college level facilities as they create original work and perform scenes and monologues. Students will also attend workshops with Metro Theater Company's staff. All skill levels are welcome. Lunch will be provided daily by SLU dining. There will be a performance for family and friends on the last day of camp.

Designed for ages 6+, this camp lets kids step into the vibrant world of K-Pop with DIY projects inspired by their favorite music and trends. Expect a week full of: Screen-Free Summer Fun Creative STEAM Skills Confidence Through Crafting

Step confidently into the audition room with Ace Your Audition, a preteen musical theatre course designed to help students shine wherever they go. Participants will learn the foundations of essential audition skills, including how to make a resume, select a headshot, prepare sides, and select cuts of music. Along the way, students will explore popular musicals they may encounter in auditions, developing performance techniques and stage presence tailored to each role. The week culminates in a showcase where students perform for friends and family, putting into practice everything they’ve learned and celebrating their growth as young performers.

Step into a world of wonder! Musical Theatre: Magical Medley invites preteens to explore singing, dancing, and performance through beloved musical theatre and movie musicals centered on magic, fairytales, and myth. Students will build vocal technique, learn dynamic choreography, and develop confident stage presence while working with material inspired by favorites such as Into the Woods, Wicked, and iconic Disney musicals. The class culminates in a magical showcase where performers bring these enchanting stories to life onstage. Perfect for performers ready to grow their skills and embrace the magic of musical theatre!

Think fast, play bold, and trust your instincts! This Teen Improv Camp is a high-energy, week-long experience where students come together to form their very own improv troupe. Through classic improv games and exercises, teens will build confidence, collaboration, and quick-thinking skills while learning the foundations of spontaneous storytelling. Campers will practice listening, teamwork, and building out a scene as they shape their troupe’s unique style. The week culminates in a fully improvised performance, where students take the stage and prove that the best moments happen when you say “yes, and!”

You can dance! You can Jive! Triple Threat Training: Mamma Mia! & Grease is a high-energy, week-long musical theatre camp for teens ready to work hard and perform big. Using music and scenes from these iconic shows, students will sharpen their singing, dancing, and acting skills while building the professional habits every performer needs to succeed. Campers will dive into vocal technique, dynamic choreography, character development, and ensemble work in a fast-paced, supportive environment. From ABBA-powered anthems to classic 1950s style, this camp sets the tone for the summer—focused, fun, and fueled by dedication to the craft—and culminates in a celebratory showcase.

Our Upright Bass Camp offers a focused and enriching experience for students with at least one year of bass-playing experience. Participants will engage in daily stretching, technique classes, masterclasses, bass chamber ensembles, and private lessons led by expert faculty. The camp concludes with a final concert showcasing all campers.

This weeklong jazz camp provides the opportunity for youth to participate in a fun and intense jazz-learning experience under the direction of professional staff led by Dr. Matt Pivec, Director of Jazz Studies at Butler University. The faculty will include local jazz professionals.