Register for a Summer Art Camp! Ages 8-11 and 11-15
Summer is a time to have fun with friends, explore the world and try new activities!
M-NCPPC’s Department of Parks and Recreation offers you plenty of summer options. Choose from more than 670 camp sessions throughout Prince George’s County, including four camps held here at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
Camp Locations
All camps take place in the Prince George’s County Room at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
Camp Times
- Core Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 9AM–4:30PM
- Before Care: Monday–Friday, 7–9AM
- After Care: Monday–Friday, 4:30–6PM
Registration information
M-NCPPC's Department of Parks and Recreation manages all aspects of the camps, including registration.
Registration Start Dates
- Residents of Prince George's County: Saturday, February 27, 2016 . 9AM
- Residents of other jurisdictions: Saturday, March 5, 2016 . 9AM
Registration Locations
Registrations may be processed at any staffed M-NCPPC facility in Prince George's County. If you already have a Smartlink account, register at pgparks.com.
Registration is not available at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
Camps at The Clarice
These four camps are being held at The Clarice. For additional information — including details on camps held elsewhere in Prince George's County — please download the Summer Day Camps 2016 PDF or visit the M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Arts Camp: Exploring Theater Arts
Monday, June 20 – Friday, July 1, 2016
Ages 8–11
Barcode: 1651577, AM Extended Care: 161451, PM Extended Care: 161452
An acting boot camp for young performers who want to sharpen their theater skills and increase their confidence while having fun. Activities will include improv, creative dramatics, theater games, and introduction to scriptwriting, and prop and costume making. On the final day of the session, campers perform their original material for family and friends in the evening. Campers should have a genuine interest in performing and be able to concentrate for long periods of time.
Arts Camp: Making a Musical
July 5 – July 15, 2016
Ages 8–11
Barcode: 1651449, AM Extended Care: 1651451, PM Extended Care: 1651452
For those who dream of being on stage. Act in an age-appropriate musical play, and learn about musical theater, acting, singing, movement, costumes and scenery. On the final day of the session, campers perform for family and friends in the evening. Recreational activities also included. Campers should have a genuine interest in performing and be able to concentrate for long periods of time.
Art Camp: Performing Arts Workshop
July 18 – July 29, 2016
Ages 11–15
Registration full: Waitlist available.
Barcode: 1651455, AM Extended Care: 1651456, PM Extended Care: 1651457
Teens who have an interest in theatre production — drama, dancing, singing, costumes and sets — will work from a written script, with classes in all aspects of the performing arts needed to produce a play/musical. There will be a final performance for family and friends on the last Friday evening of each session. No experience is necessary, but campers should have a genuine interest in performing and be able to concentrate for long periods of time. Recreation activities will be limited.
Art Camp: Comedy Arts
August 1 – August 12
Ages 11–15
Barcode: 1651446, AM Extended Care: 1651447, PM Extended Care: 1651448
Show me the funny! Teens with an interest in the comedy arts can participate in this two week intensive program, while learning what makes us laugh. Campers will participate in units focusing on Stand-up Comedy, Clowning and Improvisational exercises. There will be a final performance for family and friends on the last Friday evening of the camp session. No experience is necessary, but campers should have a genuine interest in performing and be able to concentrate for long periods of time.
Questions? More information
Please contact Kirsten Hein if you have additional questions that are not addressed here or on M-NCPPC's Department of Parks and Recreation site:
Kirsten Hein
kirsten.hein@pgparks.com
301.446.3232