Summer Performing
Arts Intensives

2026 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Our Award-Winning Summer Camps

Voted as one of the BEST SUMMER CAMPS by Washington City Paper Reader's Poll again and again, Young Artists of America®’s Summer Performing Arts Intensives (SPAI) offer a rigorous and inspirational environment for elementary school, middle school, high school, and rising college students interested in growing their musical theatre skills in voice, acting, and dance from the region's top performing arts faculty!

Campuses are located across the Washington, DC area. Our overnight programs welcome campers from around the globe!

Overnight Intensives

  • June 27 - July 2, 2026

    FOR DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 6-12+

    SIX days of intensive dance instruction, room & board, plus a Final Showcase

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  • June 27 - July 2, 2026

    FOR ACTORS
    RISING GRADES 9-12+

    Six days of intensive acting instruction, room & board, plus a Final Showcase.

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Daytime Programs

  • July 4 - July 16, 2026

    FOR ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 9-12+

    Two weeks of Classes plus a Full Stage Production

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  • July 4 - July 16, 2026

    FOR ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 6-9

    Two weeks of Classes plus a Full Stage Production

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  • July 4 - July 16, 2026

    FOR ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 3-5

    Two weeks of Classes & a Final Shareformance

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Overnight Conservatories

  • July 18-31, 2026

    FOR ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 10-12+

    Two weeks of immersive musical theatre instruction, room & board, plus a Full Stage Production.

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  • July 19-30, 2026

    FOR ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS
    RISING GRADES 7-9

    Two weeks of immersive musical theatre instruction, room & board, plus a Full Stage Production.

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What Our Campers Say

  • “I not only learned how to improve as a performer and person but I was given a family of friends to share the experience with.”

    Daytime Camper

  • “I've grown and flourished as a young artist and learned to be OK with myself. I will carry these lessons with me forever!”

    Overnight Camper

  • “Such a welcoming environment for all levels of dancers, but still pushed everyone to reach their full potential.”

    Dance Camper

  • “The quality of the training you get at YAA and the people you have the opportunity to work with are unlike anything, anywhere else.”

    Dance Camper

  • “One of the best experiences of my life! All the staff and students are so supportive but challenge me when I need it.”

    Daytime Camper