Art and theater summer camps for young teen
The wonderful Westside Studio Art Camp is no longer operating in this area and we are looking for an alternative for my art-loving 13 year old (turning 14 this summer). We are in Berkeley, so somewhere reasonably close by (Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, Oakland) would be great, but we would consider a longer drive (or BART ride) for something truly exceptional.
Separately, I'm also hoping to find a theater camp, as my daughter has expressed an interest in acting as well. She is shy, so it would need to be a place willing to work with someone who isn't already comfortable on the stage. Also, she can't sing, so musical theater is out of the question.
Thanks for any recommendations!
Feb 4, 2022
Parent Replies
We live in Berkeley, and are considering the 4 week Cal Shakes theater camp for our 13 year old daughter. It's for grades 6-12, and I hope there are some other older kids in it too!
My son (11YO) really enjoyed his winter camp at Liv & Chiu Art Studio in El Cerrito. Since it was for older kids, they taught more drawing skill and observation skills. Most of the kids were a little older so your child will fit in perfectly. They have in person summer camps available now.