Dates/Time: Tuesday, May 14 from 5PM to 6PM

Location: In person at SPARC

Grades: 5th to 8th

Get to know SPARC through one of our free Pop-Up classes! Pop-Ups provide an easy opportunity to learn more about what we do in longer-term SPARC classes.

Pop-Ups are one-time workshops offering an hour of exploration through different theatrical lessons. Topics may include storytelling, dance, singing, improv games, knowledge-building theatre exercises, and more. Pop-Ups are also a great way for young people to connect with new friends who share an interest in performing arts. SPARC faculty and staff will be available after Pop-Ups to offer information about upcoming classes and opportunities for students to get involved.  

*Teachers subject to change.

Photo Credit: Lindsey Canale

June 3 – June 14, 2024 in-person at Derbyshire Baptist Church (8800 Derbyshire Rd, Richmond, VA 23229)

Hours: Mon. – Fri., 9AM to 3PM (optional extended day available at an additional cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM to 9AM, $130
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM to 4:30PM, $195

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Grades: Rising 4th and 5th

Campers will explore the performing arts through theatrical techniques, song, dance, visual art, and so much more, all while crafting an original production using innovative, original ideas. Exciting camp experiences like theme days and guest artists make Bravo Jr. an unforgettable experience! Friends and family will be excited to share in your success by watching your final share.

Campers are welcome to enroll in Bravo Jr. session 2, but it’s important to note that the Bravo Jr. curriculum from session 1 will repeat in session 2.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page first.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

June 17 - June 28, 2024 in-person at Derbyshire Baptist Church (8800 Derbyshire Rd, Richmond, VA 23229) (NO CAMP June 19th)

Hours: Mon. – Fri., 9AM to 3PM (optional extended day available at an additional cost)

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM to 9AM, $117
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM to 4:30PM, $175

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Grades: Rising 4th and 5th

Campers will explore the performing arts through theatrical techniques, song, dance, visual art, and so much more, all while crafting an original production using innovative, original ideas. Exciting camp experiences like theme days and guest artists make Bravo Jr. an unforgettable experience! Friends and family will be excited to share in your success by watching your final share.

Campers are welcome to enroll in Bravo Jr. session 2, but it’s important to note that the Bravo Jr. curriculum from session 1 will repeat in session 2.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page first.

 You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Monday, July 1 to Friday, July 5 in-person at SPARC (2106 North Hamilton Street Richmond, VA 23230) (NO CAMP July 4)

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

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $52
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $78

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. 

Grades: Rising 4th to 7th

Location: SPARC

SPARC’s Backstage Camp is a great choice for young people who love to build new things, bring their ideas to life, and get a messy along the way. Learn important skills that designers and technicians need for staging theatrical productions, like painting, making props, stage management, costuming, and more.

Youth who are interested in learning more about technical theatre are encouraged to participate! No prior skills or experience are necessary. 

Interested in scholarships? Read this page first.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

July 8 – July 19, 2024 in-person at SPARC (2106 North Hamilton Street, Richmond, VA 23230)

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

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $130
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $195

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Grades: Rising 4th to 7th

In this fast-paced musical theatre-focused camp, youth will learn legendary songs and dances from some of the greatest Broadway musicals. Campers will practice their musical theatre skills during each active day of Broadway Blast as they prepare to share what they’ve learned in their final shared performance. No audition necessary to be a Broadway star this summer!

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

July 8 – July 19, 2024 in-person at The Steward School (11600 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23238)

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

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $130
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $195

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Grades: Rising 4th to 7th

In this fast-paced musical theatre-focused camp, youth will learn legendary songs and dances from some of the greatest Broadway musicals. Campers will practice their musical theatre skills during each active day of Broadway Blast as they prepare to share what they’ve learned in their final shared performance. No audition necessary to be a Broadway star this summer!

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

Monday, July 29 - August 9, 2024 camp meets at Bon Air United Methodist Church (1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235) 

Saturday, August 10, 2024 tech rehearsal and performance at Henrico Theater (305 E Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs, VA 23075) 

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

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $130
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $195

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Final Shares the evening of the last day of camp – Saturday, August 10, at Henrico Theater (305 E. Nine Mile Road Henrico, VA 23075)

Grades: Rising 5th to 8th

August Adventure 2024 Presents Willy Wonka Jr.!

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth. 

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.

July 29 - August 9, 2024 in-person at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church (12291 River Rd., Richmond, VA 23238)

Saturday, August 10, 2024 tech rehearsal and performance at Henrico Theater (305 E Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs, VA 23075) 

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

• Early Arrival from 8:15AM – 9AM, $130
• Extended Afternoon from 3PM – 4:30PM, $195

Extended afternoons are not offered on the last day of camp. Youth will go home with trusted adults after their final sharing performance.

Final Shares the evening of the last day of camp – Saturday, August 10, at Henrico Theater (305 E. Nine Mile Road Henrico, VA 23075)

Grades: Rising 5th to 8th

August Adventure 2024 Presents Willy Wonka Jr.!

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth. 

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.

Interested in scholarships? Read this page before enrolling.

You can read up on some helpful FAQs here.