Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps
Acting Out Studio offers musical performance day camps in Charlotte, NC, focusing on acting, singing, and dancing for various age groups.
▌ Editor's read The website for Acting Out Studio's summer camps loads successfully and provides detailed information about their offerings. The studio has been operating for 20 years, founded by Cathey McManus, and offers day camps focused on musical performance, acting, singing, and dancing for ages 4-18. They are not accredited by the ACA. The website does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. Google reviews for 'Acting Out Studio' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive impact on their children's confidence and skills. Social media handles found are @actingoutstudio on Instagram and 'actingoutstudio' on Facebook, both actively updated with camp and studio activities.
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–14
Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 7–14
- Hours: 9 AM - 2 PM
- Address: 8145 Ardrey Kell Rd Suite 204, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
- Cost notes: $450 per 2-week session
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps
- What ages does Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps accept?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps is open to children ages 7–14. 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 Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps cost?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps publishes $225/week for the standard session. $450 per 2-week session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps's hours?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps runs 9 AM - 2 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps is operated by a private business, with 20 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 Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps provide lunch?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps 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 Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps compare to other arts camps in Charlotte?
- Acting Out Studio - Musical Performance Camps is one of 6 arts camps in Charlotte 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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