Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) announces summer camps for kids aimed at building creativity, confidence and character through a variety of assorted camps. CAMP TPAC aims to empower kids through performing arts activities, interactive workshops and team-building exercises. Led by teaching artists, campers will immerse themselves in singing, dancing and acting as they learn the creative process and working with a team.
“At TPAC, we believe the arts have the power to inspire and excite young minds,” says Kristin Dare-Horsley, senior director of education and community engagement. “Our summer camp is a dynamic educational offering where children can explore their creativity, make friends and learn important life skills in a supportive and fun atmosphere,” she adds.
Summer Musical Theater Camps for Kids at TPAC
CAMP TPAC offers weekday camps for ages 8 – 16 of all skill levels. This year’s themes and dates include:
Celebrate Broadway: Songs of Hope
June 9-13
Age Groups: 8-11 years & 12-15 years
$450
An uplifting Broadway camp! Campers will sing iconic Broadway anthems from shows including High School Musical, Hamilton, and more, focusing on positivity. The camp culminates in a final showcase of uplifting songs.
Dance and Vocal Intensive: Expand Your Style
June 16-18
Age Group: 11-16 years
$300
A dynamic three-day intensive, campers can hone-in on dance or vocal training to explore new styles and techniques, building versatility.
From Page to Stage
June 23–27
Age Groups: 8-11 years & 12-15 years
$450
Campers will dive into acting, singing, dancing and script analysis as they work to adapt scenes from a script into a live performance on the Polk stage. This camp emphasizes teamwork, creativity, and performance skills.
Shrek Jr.
July 7-11 & 14-18
Age Group: 11-16 years
$900
Join us for the ultimate adventure in Shrek Jr.! This two-week musical theater camp will have campers laughing, singing, and dancing through Shrek’s fairytale world. With challenging roles, exciting choreography, fun group activities, and lessons in tech for those who love being involved behind the scenes, this camp is perfect for teens looking to take their show skills to new heights. The camp culminates in a full production of Shrek Jr.
All camps culminates in a performance on the TPAC stage, showcasing what they’ve learned that week. Friends and family are invited to enjoy a performance at the conclusion of the camp week.
Enrollment for camp sessions starts on Monday, Dec. 16. Early bird registration receives $25 off if completed before Jan. 10. For participants registering for more than one week of camp, a discount of $25 for each camp will be applied. For additional information or to register for CAMP TPAC please visit TPAC.ORG or email Camp@TPAC.ORG.
