The Summer Academy at Charter Arts is a program of enrichment workshops for kids & teens that is open to the community. Enjoy learning something new or strengthen your skills while meeting other young artists from the Lehigh Valley and beyond!
If you have questions:
Contact the Summer Academy Team:
communications@charterarts.org/ 610-868-2971 Ext. 3185
Partial scholarships may be available for some workshops.
COME DANCE WTH US!! “Developing Dancer Workshop” Wednesday July 26 1-3 PM
Ths intensive two-hour workshop is designed for the young dance artist (7th-10th grades) as part of Charter Arts’ Summer Academy, a program of arts enrichment workshops that is open to the community. The workshop will start with a meet and greet with Charter Arts’ Artistic Director of Dance and a dance faculty member. It will then be followed by a short ballet barre and a modern/jazz center combination. All levels are welcome! Come out to work with renowned instructors and share your artistry with other dance artists from the Lehigh Valley and beyond.
Attire: Wear any dance attire/moveable clothing of your choice. Ballet slippers for barre and socks for our combination.
Fee: $15
UPDATE: For last minute reservations made after 5 PM on Tuesday, July 25, still use the RSVP link below. A payment link and instructions will be sent to you first thing on Wednesday morning so please include an email address that you will check on Wednesday.
RSVP for this workshop and a Registration Link will be sent to you!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Weaver is the Artistic Director of Dance for the acclaimed Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Dance Department. She has an MFA in Dance from Temple University and a BA in Theatre and Dance from Muhlenberg College. Jennifer has taught dance for multiple ages and levels all over the United States for the past 25 years in addition to choreographing numerous dance works and musicals annually.
Acting for Commercial, TV and Film Workshop
July 24-28 Just a few spots left!
Session Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM daily
FEE: $195
This workshop is taught by an industry professional with more than twenty years of experience working in casting and as a producer on over 600 commercial, tv and film projects. Participants will learn critical ‘cold read’ techniques required when auditioning for commercial, tv and film projects. Participants will work in front of the camera each session and will receive individual coaching and critique. In addition, lessons will focus on the skills needed to work effectively with agents, managers, casting directors and directors. Participants will also learn tips of top bookers and how to avoid the biggest mistakes that actors make both in front of the camera and in navigating the business itself. Open to teens entering 8th-12th grades. Limited Enrollment!
“I really enjoyed this and feel like I learned a lot.”
“I learned a lot, had a great time, and the camp was extremely interesting.”
“I loved this program. The instructor is very knowledgeable of the area and expressed the reality extremely well.”
“When I started this camp I wasn’t sure what we were going to do, but immediately we were introduced to the arts of film and tv and I was immediately amazed.”
“I had a lot of fun and I really enjoyed it.”
RSVP for this workshop and a Registration Link will be sent to you!
Lights, Camera, Action: Introduction to Film Production
Session Dates: July 17-21
Session Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Fee: $225
About the Instructor: Carlo Acerra
($15 off if registered by July 12, 2025) Just a few spots left!
In this camp you will learn the basics of filmmaking and cinematography used to create film and video. You’ll learn about composition and framing used in Hollywood films, lighting techniques, and basics of editing. A variety of technical components for film production will be explored and practiced each day, with the week-long camp ending in the creation of your own short film. Come prepared to bring your ideas to life on the big screen! This workshop is open to children entering 8th-11th grades)
RSVP for this workshop and a Registration Link will be sent to you!
“Camp Thingamabob” -An Introduction to Production Arts
Session Date: July 17-21
Session Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM daily
Fee: $225 (Limited Enrollment)
($15 Off if registered by July 12, 2023) Just a few spots left!
RSVP for this workshop and a Registration Link will be sent to you!
Comic Book Storytelling
Session Dates: July 24-28
Session Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Fee: $195
About the Instructor: Scott Beatty
Just 2 spots left!
Calling all Super-Fans! Comic book character creation and strange new world-building are at the heart of this Summer Academy workshop with Literary Arts teacher and graphic novelist Scott Beatty, who has authored hundreds of adventures for many of comics’ most iconic characters including Batman and Robin tales for DC Comics, as well as The Phantom, Buck Rogers, and Sherlock Holmes for Dynamite Entertainment. Beatty has also contributed comic book stories to IDW Publishing, Dark Horse Comics, and Crossgen Comics. You’ll learn about the history of comic books, how graphic novels are produced, and then you’ll create the secret origin of your own character and chronicle their first adventure in script and art! Students will get to showcase their creations during a short ‘talk-back’ session, pitching their work just like comics pros, with parents and families on the final day of class! Open to children entering 6th-9th grades.
RSVP for this workshop and a Registration Link will be sent to you!
The Charter Arts Summer Academy operates as a fundraiser for the school. All proceeds benefit the school. Thank you for your support!
Registration, Cancellation, and Refund Policy:
Full payment is required at the time of registration. Partial payments or payment plans are not available for this program. Participants who have registered and who have paid in full for a Summer Academy workshop, who choose to cancel their registration, must notify the Summer Academy Coordinator in writing at communications@charterarts.org.
A participant who cancels their registration more than 14 business days prior to the class start date, is eligible for a 100% refund. A participant who cancels their registration 7-13 business days prior to the class start date will be eligible for a 50% refund. A participant who cancels their registration less than 7 business days prior to the class start date, will not be eligible for a refund.
A participant who has registered and paid in full for a workshop, who chooses to terminate their participation after the class start date, will not be eligible for a refund but can transfer unused hours toward another workshop in the 2023 Summer Academy based on availability. This credit must be used during the 2023 Summer Academy Program and cannot be transferred to another program at a later date.
Course Cancellation:
The Charter Arts Summer Academy reserves the right to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment. If a camp or workshop is canceled, participants will be notified in writing, and all registered participants who have paid in full will be eligible for a full refund OR students may choose to transfer their registration fee to another course or workshop in the 2023 Summer Academy, The Charter Arts Summer Academy reserves the right to replace a course instructor without notification.
