AGES 5 – 18
Summer 2021 Online Programs Now Open!
In-Person Programs Coming Soon!
The safety of our families and staff is our top priority. We are working closely with George Mason University to finalize our in-person protocols and will be routinely updating our website with information. Stay informed by signing up for our Academy Newsletter to receive email alerts and more.
Proudly named “Best Summer Camps 2020 & 2021” by Northern Virginia Magazine!
Join our online learning community and start your creative arts journey. Each program offers unique opportunities for participants to build new skills in a fun and engaging environment. Students will develop artistic skills through live-streamed interactive classes, individualized and group learning, and enriching video resources. Whether you live near or far, our online programs will connect you with George Mason University faculty, professional teaching artists, and experienced arts educators.
ACTING/ THEATER
Weekly Acting Camps Online
Ages 5–18 (divided into age groups)
June 21–July 23, 2021 (weekly)
Fun acting camps with interactive activities and a new theme weekly
Acting for the Camera Workshop Online
Ages 7–11: July 26 – 30, 2021
Ages 12–18: June 14 – 18, 2021
Acting techniques for on-camera
Expanding Your Musical Theater Repertoire Online
Ages 12–18
July 6 – 9, 2021
Learn different musical styles and build your repertoire book
MUSIC
Summer French Horn Academy Online
Ages 13–18
June 28–July 2, 2021
Masterclasses, audition prep & horn choir
Summer Trombone Academy Online
Ages 13–18
June 28–July 2, 2021
Ensembles, workshops, clinics & more
Piano Adventures Online
Ages 6–9
July 5–9, 2021
Intro to piano, notation & rhythm
Violin Bootcamp Online
Ages 10–18
July 19–23/July 26–30, 2021
Private lessons, workshops & more
Violin Ensemble:
The Bach Double (Hybrid)
Ages 10 – 18
Aug 2–6, 2021
Dynamic camp for young string players
Violin Ensemble:
Schubert’s Erlkönig (Hybrid)
Ages 10–18
Aug 9–13, 2021
Technical & performing skills
VISUAL ART
“Choose Your Character”
Concept Design Online
Ages 13–18
July 5–9, 2021
Design your own game character
Intro to Graphic Design Workshop
Ages 13–18
July 19–23, 2021
Design process, color theory, typography, Adobe Creative Suite and more
Digital Illustration:
Character Design Studio Online
Ages 10–14
July 26–30, 2021
Learn fundamentals of proportions and facial expressions
JumpstART Advanced Portfolio Prep Online
Ages 13–18
July 26–30, 2020
Further your skills towards a completed art portfolio
Stop Motion Animation Studio Online
Ages 10–14
August 2–6, 2021
Create set pieces with household materials and create a frame-by-frame animation
Anime Art & Technology Online
Ages 13–18
August 9-13, 2021
Learn to draw an anime character and create a frame-by-frame 2D animation