Camp Paramount State 1
Camp Paramount offers day camps in Austin, Texas, focusing on theatre arts for various age groups, culminating in performances on the historic Paramount Thea...
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Paramount State 1 (austintheatre.org/learn-engage/camps/) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs. The camp is a day camp, offering various sessions for different age groups, from rising 1st graders to rising 12th graders, with themes like 'Broadway Bound' and 'Play in a Week.' The camp is run by the Paramount Theatre, a non-profit organization, and the website states that all camp staff undergo background checks. While not ACA accredited, the camp leverages the professional environment of the Paramount Theatre. Google reviews for 'Paramount Theatre' show a strong 4.8-star rating from over 3,000 reviews, indicating a well-regarded institution. Social media handles are @paramountatx for Instagram and 'paramounttheatre' for Facebook, both active and showcasing theatre-related content.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Paramount State 1 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 theater/music 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
Details
- Category: Theater/Music
- Ages: 6–16
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 719 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701, USA
- Cost notes: USD, Two-week camp for $900.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Paramount State 1
- What ages does Camp Paramount State 1 accept?
- Camp Paramount State 1 is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Camp Paramount State 1 cost?
- Camp Paramount State 1 publishes $450/week for the standard session. USD, Two-week camp for $900. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Paramount State 1's hours?
- Camp Paramount State 1 runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Paramount State 1?
- Camp Paramount State 1 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 Camp Paramount State 1 provide lunch?
- Camp Paramount State 1 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 Camp Paramount State 1 compare to other theater/music camps in Austin?
- Camp Paramount State 1 is one of 13 theater/music camps in Austin 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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