Summer Camps

Middle School Summer Arts Sessions

Middle School Summer Arts Sessions is an introductory level performing arts experience, focused on Music, Dance, Theater, and Digital Arts. This program will offer rising 5th graders through rising 8th graders instruction, hands-on activities, and performance experiences facilitated by professional teaching artists and experienced performers. Registration and personal statement are required to be selected to attend.  

High School Summer Arts Sessions  

High School Summer Arts Sessions is a 3-week, intermediate – advanced level performing arts experience, focused on Singing, Acting, and Dancing. This program will offer rising 9th through rising 12th graders instruction on all three specialty areas with the option to have a focus track in either Singing/Acting or Dance. This experience includes: skill building classes in specialty areas and focus areas, masterclasses, audition preparation, as well as rehearsal and culminating performance in a Musical Theater production. Acceptance to camp will be audition-based. 

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The Mann Center for Performing Arts’ premier summer orchestra training camp for young instrumentalists in grades 6-12   

The Mann Center, in partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra, the School District of Philadelphia, and Project 440, annually collaborates to facilitate this high-quality orchestra training experience at zero cost to local students. ACOSA is designed to serve students 6th grade to 12th grade, and to provide a growth and mentorship opportunity, guiding students to work on technical playing skills throughout the summer.  

 ACOSA is a three-week camp with two different programs. Weeks one and two are traditional full orchestra weeks, while week three focuses on jazz music. Students may choose one or both options. 

Check back for our 2024-25 season programming.