In this first half of a two-part camp, campers will dive into the world of musical theatre, learning songs, choreography, and acting from popular musicals. They will build their skills in singing, dancing, and acting while rehearsing their scenes and numbers. The final week (in the second part of the camp) will showcase their hard work through a mini performance. This is a fun, high-energy camp perfect for aspiring musical theatre stars!

Join ARTFactory in celebrating the literary arts with a dual-session workshop in poetry! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious, this two-part workshop poses the question: what is poetry, really? Together we will read, write, reflect on, & workshop poems as well as discuss how and where to get published. Come ready to read, create & connect!

Lead by Gwen Fletcher, BA in English, Creative Writing from the University of Mary Washington. A former bookseller, Gwen has over a decade of experience in the book industry and has hosted countless poetry book clubs, writing workshops, author talks, open mics, and more.

Session 2 --

Open-ended prompt to start, free write

Reading: Olio, Tyehimba Jess

Discussion: Breaking the Rules -- free verse, calligrams, prose-poems, return to form

Workshop: In small groups or as a whole, depending on class size, review and critique homework pieces

Group activity: Acts of self publication -- review of publication opportunities, lit mags, zines, Poets & Writers, prizes, etc.

Instructor: Gwen Fletcher

Tuition: $38

This advanced scene study camp is perfect for teens who want to hone their acting skills. Campers will work on both classic and contemporary scenes, focusing on character development, emotional depth, and stage presence. Through scene rehearsals and feedback, teens will improve their acting techniques, while building their confidence and stage performance abilities. It’s a great opportunity for serious young actors to grow and refine their craft.

Every child is a star in this art-filled camp! Campers will discover the joy of creating through a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, and sculpting all while learning about influential famous artists. As they explore different techniques and materials, they’ll build their confidence and artistic skills while creating their own gallery of masterpieces to take home.

In this digital art camp, campers will learn to capture and create their own digital images! From photography to digital editing, they’ll explore the world of digitography using cameras, tablets, and computer software. This camp encourages creativity, technical skills, and artistic expression as kids create and edit their own digital photos and artworks.

Roll the dice and embark on an epic journey in this Dungeons & Dragons camp! Campers will create their own characters and dive into an exciting world of adventure, solving puzzles, battling monsters, and completing quests. This camp will foster teamwork, strategic thinking, and creativity while immersing participants in a fantasy world of their own making.

In this creative workshop, kids will experiment with different art forms to create original works of art. From painting and drawing to building and crafting, this camp encourages kids to think outside the box. It’s a great way to explore new techniques and express individuality while working on fun, collaborative projects.

If your child is taking a camp that ends at 12:30pm and another that starts at 1:30pm, or if you need to pick up your camper a little later than 12:30pm, sign them up for Lunch Bunch from 12:30-1:30pm!

If you only need an individual or day or just a few days, you can sign up for those by calling us at (703) 330-ARTS.