Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated.

July 18 - 22, 2022 in-person at SPARC (2106 N. Hamilton St., Richmond, VA 23230)

Hours: Mon. – Fri., 9am – 3pm (optional extended day care available at an additional cost)

• Early Arrival: 8:15am – 9am (Mon – Fri) $42
• Extended Day: 3pm – 4:30pm (Mon – Fri) $84

Grades: Rising 8th through Rising 12th

Embrace your role in the LGBTQ+ community through this performing arts camp exclusively for LGBTQ+ identifying youth. This theatre arts camp is the only one of its kind in the area. During your week, you will learn and use the performing arts to devise your own original piece of theatre to be presented at the end of the week for friends, family, and other community members. Through song, dance, and storytelling you will be able to tell your own unique stories and share your experiences as you grow as a theatre artist and LGBTQ+ community member..

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated. Currently not all students in the age group, 4 and 5 year olds, are eligible for a vaccine. As SPARC policy, any students who are eligible for vaccines will need to be fully vaccinated by May 31, 2022. 

July 18 – July 22, 2022 in-person at Bon Air United Methodist Church (1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235)

Hours: 9am – 11am. 

Ages: 4 – 5. If your camper will be 6 years old by the first day of camp, you may enroll them in SPARCLERS.

Currently not all students in the age group, 4 and 5 year olds, are eligible for a vaccine. As SPARC policy, any students who are eligible for vaccines will need to be fully vaccinated by May 31, 2022.   

Theme: Planet Patrol

The planet needs your help! Suit up and learn the important part you play in taking care of nature and all your favorite creatures. We'll use storytelling, song, and dance to discover small actions you can take to make a big impact on the world. Bring your imagination and your sense of community to this creative drama camp. Your family and neighbors will be able learn how they can do their part, too, during your final share.  

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated. 

July 18 – 22, 2022 in-person at Bon Air United Methodist Church  (1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235)

Hours: 9am – 3pm (optional extended day care available at an additonal cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM to 9AM, $42
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM to 4:30PM, $84

Ages: 6 – 8; Rising 1st – 3rd Grades

Theme: SPARCLER Explorers

Ever wanted to go on an exciting camping trip where anything can happen? Find out in this imaginative camp. Explore what it means to make bold choices and discover what’s waiting for you in the woods. You’re sure to want S’MORE after this week of performing some of your favorite songs, dances, and creative arts! Put on your hiking boots and show the other troops what you learned by sharing your final performance the last day of camp. 

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated.

Grades: Rising 6th - Graduating Seniors

Location: SPARC, outdoors

Schedule: 

Technical Rehearsals:

Sat, July 23 - Wed, July 27 from 4pm - 9pm

Performances:

Thurs, July 28 - Sun, July 31 (call time determined by Stage Manager; Shows will start around 7:30pm)

Students on the Spamalot Run Crew will join the production for Technical Rehearsals and Performances. Run Crew members will assist the show in all backstage and technical aspects, including participating on the sound team with sound effects and mics, managing props and costume movement, and lending a hand backstage. 

Run Crew is pivotal to a successful performance and  attendance at all scheduled times is preferred. If a family has conflicts, please reach out to Amy Almond at aalmond@sparcrichmond.org to get them approved. 

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated. Currently not all students in the age group, 4 and 5 year olds, are eligible for a vaccine. As SPARC policy, any students who are eligible for vaccines will need to be fully vaccinated by May 31, 2022. 

July 25 – July 29, 2022 in-person at Bon Air United Methodist Church (1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235)

Hours: 9am – 11am. 

Ages: 4 – 5. If your camper will be 6 years old by the first day of camp, you may enroll them in SPARCLERS.

Currently not all students in the age group, 4 and 5 year olds, are eligible for a vaccine. As SPARC policy, any students who are eligible for vaccines will need to be fully vaccinated by May 31, 2022.   

Theme: Color Your World

Our world is full of color everywhere you look. Have you ever wondered how colors feel or how you can mix them to create even more vibrant colors? As a young artist, you will learn more about color than you thought you knew using song, dance and creative play. You’ll be able to show off your vibrant performing arts skills with the special people in your life during your end-of-week final share.  

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated. 

July 25 – 29, 2022 in-person at Bon Air United Methodist Church  (1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235)

Hours: 9am – 3pm (optional extended day care available at an additonal cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM to 9AM, $42
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM to 4:30PM, $84

Ages: 6 – 8; Rising 1st – 3rd Grades

Theme: This Kitchen is a Mess!

Have you ever been whipping up a wonderfully creative concoction and an adult has said this to you? This summer you run the kitchen as a make-believe master chef using storytelling, song, and dance to cook up a storm! Though you won’t learn to actually cook in this performing arts camp, your inspiration for future recipes will be on fire by the end of the week. Share your new chef’s persona at your final performance for friends and family. 

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated.

August 1 – 12, 2022 in-person at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church (12291 River Rd., Richmond, VA 23238)

Hours: Mon. – Fri., 9am – 3pm (optional extended day care available at an additional cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $85
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $170

Grades: Rising 5th to 8th

August Adventure 2022 Presents Disney’s High School Musical JR.! 

Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on your stage in Disney’s High School Musical JR. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike. It’s the first day after winter break at East High. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.

Performers in August Adventure will film Disney’s High School Musical JR. on the last day of camp in order to share their show with friends and family.

August Adventure is presented in partnership with Cadence Theatre Co.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Beginning with 2022 summer programming, we will require full vaccination against COVID-19 for every camper who is eligible to be vaccinated.

August 1 – 12, 2022 in-person at Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church (7000 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23226)

Hours: Mon. – Fri., 9am – 3pm (optional extended day care available at an additional cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $85
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $170

Grades: Rising 5th to 8th

August Adventure 2022 Presents Disney’s High School Musical JR.! 

Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on your stage in Disney’s High School Musical JR. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike. It’s the first day after winter break at East High. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.

Performers in August Adventure will film Disney’s High School Musical JR. on the last day of camp in order to share their show with friends and family.

August Adventure is presented in partnership with Cadence Theatre Co.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can learn about SPARC's COVID-19 safety measures and read up on some helpful FAQs here.