Camp · Theater/Music · Ages 14–18 · $1,500/week
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Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production

Interlochen Center for the Arts · $1,500/week

Interlochen Arts Camp's High School Theatre Production program offers intensive training and performance opportunities for aspiring high school actors, focus...

▌ Editor's read The Interlochen Arts Camp's High School Theatre Production program is an intensive overnight experience for students in grades 9-12, focusing on the rehearsal and performance of a single mainstage production. The camp has been operating for 97 years, founded by Joseph E. Maddy, and is a nonprofit organization. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Interlochen Arts Camp generally reflect a very positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the high-quality instruction, immersive artistic environment, and transformative experiences. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@interlochenarts) and Facebook (interlochenarts) with a large following, showcasing student work and campus life.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192997+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in theater/music, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1929 (97 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Theater/Music
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 4000 J Maddy PKWY, Interlochen, MI 49643, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Price is an estimate per week for a 6-week program. Includes housing and meals.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production

What ages does Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production accept?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production is open to children ages 14–18. 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 Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production cost?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production publishes $1,500/week for the standard session. USD. Price is an estimate per week for a 6-week program. Includes housing and meals. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production's hours?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production accredited?
Yes — Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 97 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 97 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production provide lunch?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production 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 Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production compare to other theater/music camps in Interlochen?
Interlochen Arts Camp - High School Theatre Production is one of 19 theater/music camps in Interlochen 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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