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▌ Arts · Ages 7–12

Arts Explore! Summer Camp

Orpheum Theatre, Memphis, TN · $250/week

A performing arts camp for young artists to explore acting, singing, and dancing.

▌ Editor's read The Orpheum Theatre's Arts Explore! camp is a day program for students in grades K-8, offering week-long sessions focused on different performing arts themes like musical theatre, acting, and dance. The Orpheum Theatre Group is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, indicating a non-profit ownership structure. While the website details program specifics, including age groups and daily schedules, it does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. The Orpheum Theatre has a strong online presence, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 3,000 reviews, frequently praised for its beautiful venue and diverse performances. Social media handles found on the website are @orpheummemphis for Instagram and orpheummemphis for Facebook. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–12

Arts Explore! Summer Camp 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
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 7–12
  • Hours: 9am-4pm
  • Address: 203 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
  • Phone: (901) 525-3000
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Need-based scholarship opportunities available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Arts Explore! Summer Camp

What ages does Arts Explore! Summer Camp accept?
Arts Explore! Summer Camp is open to children ages 7–12. 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 Arts Explore! Summer Camp cost?
Arts Explore! Summer Camp publishes $250/week for the standard session. Need-based scholarship opportunities available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Arts Explore! Summer Camp's hours?
Arts Explore! Summer Camp runs 9am-4pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Arts Explore! Summer Camp?
Arts Explore! Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Arts Explore! Summer Camp provide lunch?
Arts Explore! 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.

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