Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp
This Tempe Parks and Recreation summer camp offers children aged 6-12 a creative outlet through drama, design, and improv activities.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Tempe Opportunities activity search page, specifically filtered for 'summer camp drama' at the Tempe Center for the Arts. The 'Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp' is a day camp for ages 6-12, priced at $100 for residents and $125 for non-residents, running from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is operated by Tempe Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal ownership structure. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the activity listing. The Tempe Parks and Recreation Facebook page (@TempeParksAndRec) is active, but no specific Instagram handle for the camp was found. Google reviews for 'Tempe Parks and Recreation' generally show positive feedback regarding their programs, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety and quality of activities offered.
Who thrives here Ages 8–10
Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given theater/music program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Theater/Music
- Ages: 8–10
- Hours: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Address: 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp
- What ages does Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp accept?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–10. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp cost?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp's hours?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp runs 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp compare to other theater/music camps in Tempe?
- Drama & Design; Improv Island- Summer Camp is one of 7 theater/music camps in Tempe that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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