THE ACADEMY PROJECT
https://www.theacademyproject.org
The Academy Project (TAP) 501c3 provides resources, services, and advocacy to foster youth in Los Angeles, CA through community, education, and empowerment. The youth we serve actively guide TAP and its current and future programming, contributing a deep understanding of the challenges foster youth face today. We bring these insights to every aspect of the work we do. The design of TAP’s program of services has been heavily influenced by research and findings that show placement stability and at least one relationship with a consistent, caring, responsible adult have significantly beneficial effects on changing outcomes for foster and at-risk youth.
The Co-Op, TAP’s after-school program for foster youth, launched in 2017 and has been partnering with Los Angeles Unified School District to bring the programming to foster youth in LA. A year ago, TAP moved to its own, stand alone location which has allowed them to greatly improve their program and serve more foster youth from many schools in the area. Camp Xavier is a week-long day camp for 50 foster youth ages 8-11, provided in partnership with Loyola High School Los Angeles. TAP is going into its 10th year this July!
For more information please reach out to lcosta@theacademyproject.org.
BROOKLYN MUSIC SCHOOL
(718) 638-5660
126 St. Felix Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217
www.brooklynmusicschool.org
The Brooklyn Music School is a community arts organization that has been changing lives through music for more than a century. We are proud to offer an expansive range of programming for all ages and disciplines, both online and in person. We believe in providing our students with opportunities to learn, connect and perform. Our programming reflects our commitment to our mission of increasing the accessibility of high quality Music Education. We cater classes and lessons to all skill levels and everything we offer is available at an affordable cost with Financial Aid available.
At BMS you can explore: After School Programs for grades K-5 (Arts Reaching Youth), Private Lessons for all instruments and ages, Group Classes, Summer Camps, Early Childhood Music (ages 0-5), Musical Theater, Dance, Music & Dance Ensembles, and Music Therapy.
As a community space, we also offer Rehearsal Room Rentals, Theater Space Rentals (240 seats), and Performance Opportunities.
KOKO NYC
At KoKo NYC all kids are artists & inventors. We encourage playful and imaginative risk-taking by using real tools and recycled materials in our sustainability focused programs. Empowered by our Teaching Artists, kids see possibilities, problem solve, create, and explore.
KoKo NYC's Spring 2025 after school workshops are multi-age (5-12 yrs) workshops running on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 3:30PM - 5:30PM at the KoKo Lot (KoKo NYC's outdoor learning space in Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn).
KoKo NYC workshops are an inclusive environment where all kids are welcome! We encourage participation from kids of all gender identities, neurodiverse backgrounds, and skill levels with tools. KoKo NYC Teaching Artists and staff represent a wide diversity of personal and professional experiences. We are proactive and intentional about our teaching approach and support of all KoKo kids. If you have any questions please email us at info@kokonyc.org.
Visit https://kokonyc.org/for-parents/afterschool-workshops/ to register!
THE PLAY GROUP THEATRE
1 North Broadway
White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 946-4433
www.playgroup.org
info@playgroup.org
The Play Group Theatre is a thriving artistic community, offering young people the opportunity to collaborate in a uniquely nurturing, yet creatively charged environment. At PGT, you will find every class and rehearsal to be a unique learning environment: an authentic arts experience that prepares you to be a truly creative, innovative, and compassionate artist... and human being! Our emphasis is on understanding the thinking process behind your work. We provide you with tangible skills and the necessary creative freedom to access your imagination and define your own artistic voice.
Stage your year with The Play Group Theatre’s inspirational and innovative Performing Arts Programs! Join us in summer for the award-winning CAMP PGT. With programs in Musical Theatre, On Camera, Improv, Sketch Comedy, Shakespeare, Stage Combat, Design/Tech and more, there is something for everyone at Camp PGT! Camp PGT includes options for 1, 2, 3, and 4 week programs, and for students ages 4-17. Whether you’d prefer to be center stage or behind the scenes, or if you’d rather make us laugh or belt out your favorite tune, you can do it ALL at PGT!
And during the fall and spring, choose from all of PGT's innovative programs including Mainstage, Little Theatre, TheatreLab, Improv, Design/Tech, Community Cabaret, and our ALL NEW SKETCH COMEDY weekly program! With classes happening every weeknight (plus Sundays), you can mix and match your way to the perfect fall and spring! Programs available for all ages 4-17.
WOLF PERFORMING ARTS CENTER’S SUMMER THEATRE CAMP
https://www.wolfperformingartscenter.org/camp-faqs
Shine even brighter this summer at Wolf Performing Arts Center’s Summer Theatre Camp!
Led by industry professionals for over 19 years, campers from Kindergarten through 12th grade are immersed in theatre programs that focus on making connections, building creativity, and gaining confidence through a variety of performance opportunities. Our community of talented and creative theatre professionals are excited to share a summer filled with acting, singing, dancing, storytelling, script writing, musical theatre, friendships, and so much more!
Brand new this summer, our MINIS program will give our rising kindergarteners the opportunity to fall in love with theatre! For rising 1st & 2nd graders, CUBS one-week sessions will feature original scripts inspired by beloved fairy tales as these young actors cultivate their singing, acting, and dancing skills. PAC campers, rising 3rd -8th graders, will build upon their musical theatre skills while working as an ensemble toward a final performance. There are 3 options for high school rising 9th -12th graders. New this summer is our SUMMER NIGHTS program where actors will perform a staged reading of a smash hit Broadway musical. SUMMER STUDIO will participate in a varied theatrical experience such as a short one-act play, cabaret, and more! Counselors-in-Training (CITs) will assist with all aspects of the camp day, including tending to camper needs and assisting with rehearsals for the final performance. Camp is 10 weeks - June 16-August 29th, 2025.
