Performing Arts School Summer Camps

Introducing 2022 summer programs at the Wharton Performing Arts School! Dedicated to the highest quality performing arts education, Wharton offers an array of summer activities for multiple age groups from private lessons with an exemplary faculty to musical theater, drama, and early childhood music camps. Join us this summer at our Berkeley Heights campus where we will passionately engage in creative educational activities.

DOWNLOAD THE 2022 SUMMER CAMP BROCHURE.

To speak with Director of Student Services Natasha Loomis about our summer programs or for registration assistance, contact (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org. Please inquire about after-camp activities!

Theater Explorers

Nine Weeks of Summer Fun • Ages 7-13
6/27-8/26 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
After Hours Add On 1:00-6:00 p.m.
Camp Director: Timothy Maureen Cole
Tuition: $275; Afternoon Add On $175 July 4, 4-day week is prorated
Theater Explorers introduces students to musical theater in a fun weekly camp from 9:00-1:00 each day. Campers work together to create an original script based on the theme of the week. A showcase featuring scenes, songs, and dances is performed each Friday. Campers have the option to stay in the afternoon on Mondays-Thursdays to enjoy fun in the sun at PAS and at the Berkeley Heights Community Pool.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Theater Explorers Weekly Themes

Register for one or more weeks!
6/27-7/1: High School Musical
7/5-7/8: Harry Potter
7/11-7/15: Wizard of Oz
7/18-7/22: Trolls
7/25-7/29: Alice in Wonderland
8/1-8/5: The Greatest Showman
8/8-8/12: Toy Story
8/15-8/19: Descendants
8/22-8/26: Broadway Week!


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Summer Musical Theater Company

A Fast-Paced Triple Threat Experience  • Ages 11-15
7/18-7/29 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Camp Director: Timothy Maureen Cole
Tuition: $895 Tuition
Show: 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Summer Musical Theater Company is a fast-paced triple threat experience. Campers audition, rehearse, and prepare for two full performances of the fun and popular 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in just two weeks! Come and show us what you’ve got! Jazz shoes required.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Shakespeare in the Parking Lot

Two Weeks of Shakespeare  • Ages 10-15
8/8-8/19 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Show: Twelfth Night Performance Dates: 8/19 at 1:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Camp Director: Sara Giacomini
Tuition: $575 Tuition
This camp gives a nod to the tradition of Shakespeare performed outdoors in summer’s natural surroundings. Students work together to put on a unique production of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night from start to finish, complete with costumes, props, and sets using the outdoors as their canvas. This camp is perfect for the budding actor interested in learning about theater and the classics.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Triple Threat Musical Theater Intensive

Two Weeks of Fierce Musical Theater • Ages 7-11
7/5-7/15 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Show: The Wizard of Oz Performance Dates: 7/14 & 7/15 at 2:30 p.m.
Camp Director: Timothy Maureen Cole
Tuition: $850 Tuition
Hone your skills in acting, singing, and dancing in this two-week intensive camp! Campers perform a production of The Wizard of Oz from start to finish! Focus is on developing triple threat skills and putting them on display in two show-stopping performances at the end of camp. Jazz shoes required.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Drama Kids

Two Weeks of Dramatic Arts • Ages 7-13
7/25-8/5 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Show: Snow White Performance Date: 8/5 at 1:00 p.m.
Camp Director: Lilli Markey
Tuition: $550 Tuition
This two-week camp is designed to unleash the artist within with classes in movement, acting, and improvisation. Campers learn about theater while preparing a play from start to finish. On the final day of camp, students will present Snow White with costumes, scenery, and lights.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Meet the Instruments

One Week to Explore Instruments • Ages 5-8
6/27-7/1 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Camp Director: Joyce Alexander
Tuition: $195 Tuition
Meet the Instruments will develop your child’s first instrument—themselves! Campers will explore their voice and body through song, dance, rhythms, art, stories, and dramatic musical play. Each day your child will learn about a different family of instruments that will be the extension of their “internal instrument” including Strings, Brass, Woodwinds, Piano, and Percussion, with live demonstrations.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Music Around the World

Travel Around the World with Music • Ages 5-8
7/5-7/9 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Camp Director: Joyce Alexander
Tuition: $195 Tuition
Explore and discover a new country every day under a cozy tent! Campers will explore traditions and cultures through musical instruments, pictures, and traditional clothing. We will dance, sing, play games, and even learn a few words from each country. There will also be an arts and craft project for each student to bring home. So grab your passports, sunscreen, and set sail!

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Pathways to Piano Summertime Fun

Summer Fun with the Piano • Ages 4.5-7
7/11-7/15 9:30-11:00 a.m. Pathways to Piano 1
7/18-7/22 9:30-11:00 a.m. Pathways to Piano 2
Camp Director: Joyce Alexander
Tuition: $225 Tuition
This two-week intensive summer class is both age and developmentally-appropriate for the beginning student. Students will learn how to locate notes on the piano, correct hand position and posture, rhythms, music symbols, note values, and solfeggio, not to mention play musical games and movement activities. Be ready to hear your child play a song on the last day of class! Camp will be held in our Piano Lab. Choice of one or two weeks.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Intro to Ukulele

Summer Fun with the Ukulele • Ages 5-8
7/25-7/29 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Camp Director: Jason Quevedo
Tuition: $195 Tuition
Study one of the world’s most popular instruments with a pro in a one-week camp intensive. Learn the proper techniques used for the ukulele as well as develop a knowledge of the fingerboard that will enable you to play your favorite songs and have fun with the instrument! Ukuleles will be provided for use during camp hours.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Intro to Guitar

Summer Fun with the Guitar • Ages 5-13
7/25-7/29 12:00-2:00 p.m. Session 1 • Ages 5-8
7/25-7/29 2:30-4:30 p.m. Session 2 • Ages 9-13
Camp Director: Jason Quevedo
Tuition: $195 Tuition
Study one of the world’s most popular instruments with a pro in a one-week camp intensive. Learn the proper techniques for the guitar as well as music notation. Develop a chord vocabulary that will enable you to play your favorite songs and have fun with the instrument! Guitars will be provided for use during camp hours.

Questions? Contact us at (908) 790-0700 or info@whartonarts.org.

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Summer Private Lessons

In-person and online private lessons available this summer! Wharton Arts offers 30, 45 and 60-minute lessons in summer packages of 4 or 9 lessons.

30 Minute Lessons – $49/Lesson | $188 for 4 Lessons | $405 for 9 Lessons
45 Minute Lessons – $72/Lesson | $282 for 4 Lessons | $607.50 for 9 Lessons
60 Minute Lessons – $96/Lessons | $376 for 4 Lessons | $810 for 9 Lessons

Need help getting started? Contact Director of Student Services Natasha Loomis at (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org.

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