TEXAS ARTS PROJECT

in partnership with St. Stephen’s Episcopal School

Join us for TAP Camp 2024, a weeklong musical theatre intensive designed to elevate your skills to a professional level.

June 2024

Junior DAY Camp for Ages 9-13 | June 17-22

Senior OVERNIGHT Camp for Ages 14-18 | June 16-22

We offer an immersive experience in the world of musical theatre, where every moment is a step towards your future in the arts. Campers are divided into groups by age, experience, and training level and rotate through daily classes and rehearsals.

Junior Campers

Day Camp

June 17-June 22

(Ages 9-13 | Grades 3-8th)

Embark on a thrilling day camp journey from Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., culminating in a dazzling 5 p.m. showcase performance. Each day is packed with activities that refine your skills and boost your stage confidence. 

A Glimpse into Your Week:

  • Monday Check-In: Settle in and start the first day of training 

  • Daily Rotations: Dive into a rotation of classes in voice, dance, acting

  • Showcase Preparation: Rehearse your performance for the big day.

Price: $575

Looking to apply for Financial Aid? Click here.

Senior Campers

Overnight Camp

June 16-June 22

(Ages 14-18 | Grades 9-12th)

Dive into a full-scale sleep-away intensive from Sunday to Saturday. Your week is filled with rigorous training, exciting masterclasses, and bonding activities, all leading up to the grand 5 p.m. showcase performance on Saturday.

A Glimpse into Your Week:

  • Sunday Check-In: Settle in and get ready to start camp

  • Daily Rotations: Dive into a rotation of classes in voice, dance, acting

  • Evening Masterclasses: Learn from the best with specialized sessions.

  • Showcase Preparation: Rehearse your performance for the big day.

Price: $1565

Looking to apply for Financial Aid? Click here.

Why TAP Camp?

  • Confidence Boost: Embrace your unique abilities and learn how to shine on stage.

  • Growth Beyond the Spotlight: Develop personally and artistically in an environment that celebrates creativity.

  • Dynamic, Personalized Training: Receive attention from industry professionals dedicated to polishing your skills.

  • A Competitive Edge: Learn techniques to stand out in auditions and performances.

More than just a camp.

With over 20 years of experience, TAP Camp is more than just a camp; it's a community devoted to uncovering and nurturing your talents, both on and off the stage. Join us at TAP Camp 2024, where your potential will unfold in an environment that's as serious about Broadway as you are.

Showcase

WHEN: Saturday, June 22nd at 5pm

WHERE: St. Stephen’s Episcopal School 6500 St. Stephen’s Drive Austin, Texas 78746, Helm Theatre 

Tickets are FREE | Open to the public

Get ready for the grand finale of TAP Camp, a spectacular hour where song and dance take center stage. This isn't just any show; it's a high-energy celebration of everything they've learned, packed with a mix of show-stopping full-camp numbers, large groups, smaller groups, solos, duets, and trios. 

Invite friends and family to experience the final showcase and cheer on the campers. 

We've crafted this showcase to really show off what each camper can do, both as solo stars and as part of our tight-knit TAP Camp community. From the golden age classics to contemporary hits, each number is a chapter in a broader story of musical theatre's rich history. Campers demonstrate not just what they've learned but also their passion and growth, offering an education that spans decades of theatrical tradition. 

As the curtain goes up, you’ll see that each piece is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and talent cultivated during the camp. From the toe-tapping numbers to the tear-jerking ballads, it's a non-stop ride of talent and passion. It's not just a showcase; it's a grand finale that celebrates the journey of each young artist. This is where all the week's fun, sweat, and sparkle come together in one epic performance!

Faculty

At TAP Camp, we believe the heart of an exceptional educational experience lies in the expertise and passion of its faculty. That's why our staff members are meticulously selected based on their professional accomplishments and their profound ability to inspire and educate. Our faculty are not just teachers; they are esteemed professionals who bring a wealth of real-world experience and a nurturing, constructive approach to each session.

Our core faculty shares a deep, collaborative bond, enabling them to work in concert to elevate each student to new artistic heights. They are the guiding force behind our personalized approach to training, recognizing that no two artists are alike and each requires a unique blend of encouragement, challenge, and support.

At TAP Camp, every student is promised the finest training, tailored to their individual needs and aspirations. Our commitment goes beyond skills and techniques; we aim to instill a deep-seated appreciation for the fine arts that will last a lifetime, regardless of the paths our students choose to follow.

Join us at TAP Camp, where your potential meets the mentorship of the best in the business, fostering a future where your artistic vision can thrive.

Meet Our Staff

  • Ginger Morris

    ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

  • Coy Branscum

    DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER

  • Peyton Calhoon

    DANCE INSTRUCTOR & CAMP ADMIN

  • Lena Owens

    ACTING & DANCE INSTRUCTOR

  • Stone Mountain

    CHOREOGRAPHER

  • Donelvan Thigpen

    SCREEN ACTING INTRUCTOR

  • Adam Roberts

    VOCAL DIRECTOR

  • Matt Kennedy

    CHOREOGRAPHER

  • Marita Stryker

    VOCAL DIRECTOR

  • Jessica O'Brien

    Description goes here

  • Sara Burke

    CHOREOGRAPHER

  • Christy Kennedy

    CAMP MANAGER

The staff profiles you see here represent a collection of esteemed industry professionals who have graced our programs over multiple summers. Please note that due to the nature of the industry, availability can vary from year to year. We consistently strive to hire the most accomplished professionals, but their participation is subject to their work schedules and commitments. This means each summer at Impact Arts brings a fresh and exciting opportunity to learn from different leaders in the field.

P.S. A few extra perks…

You’ll work with Summer Stock Austin directors and choreographers.

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All campers will take home their performance t-shirts at the end of camp.

2.

Meals in the St. Stephen’s dining hall is included for all campers.

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Join us at TAP Camp, where your potential meets the mentorship of the best in the business, fostering a future where your artistic vision can thrive.

What Tuition Covers:

  • In-Depth Training and Mentorship with Industry Professionals

  • Participation in multiple Group Numbers in the TAP Showcase

  • 6 rotating classes per day highlighting each discipline

  • Individualized feedback for personal growth

  • High-caliber performance training

  • Lunch in the top-of-the-line St. Stephen’s Dining Hall

  • Use of St. Stephen’s Facilities (400 seat theater, black box, recital hall, and dance studio)

  • Show Shirt

  • Complimentary Tickets to Showcase

    Senior Camp Specifically:

  • 27 Additional Hours for Training & Mentorship

  • Featured Sections in the TAP Showcase

  • Professional Guest Artist Workshops (Topics may include: Audition Training, Screen Acting, Talent Agents, & more!)

  • Camp Activities and Events

  • Three Meals a day (Totaling 18 meals in the week)

  • 24/7 Supervision (Over 100 additional hours)

  • World-class Dormatories

Compare Other Camps:

There is no official deadline to register. Camp will fill up. We suggest registration as soon as possible to ensure your spot. During reg­is­tra­tion you can either choose between pay­ment plans of 2 install­ments, 3 install­ments, or 5 install­ments. The system requires online payment. A non-refund­able deposit of $25 secures your child’s spot and is required to com­plete reg­is­tra­tion. All remain­ing bal­ances are due on or before June 15th.

Refund Policy

Time of Request

Up to 90 days pri­or to start of camp.

Up to 60 days pri­or to start of camp.

Up to 30 days pri­or to start of camp.

0 and 15 days pri­or to start of camp.

Tuition Refund

100% minus non-refund­able 15% deposit

75% minus non-refund­able 15% deposit

50% minus non-refund­able 15% deposit

0% of total tuition

Administrative Fee

$25 per camper (non-refund­able)

$25 per camper (non-refund­able)

$25 per camper (non-refund­able)

$25 per camper (non-refund­able)

Applying for Financial Aid?

Impact Arts is committed to providing access to quality arts education for all individuals, regardless of financial circumstances. We believe in the power of the arts to transform lives and are pleased to announce that financial aid opportunities are available for anyone interested in participating in our program.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for financial aid, as we strive to create an inclusive and accessible artistic community.

At Impact Arts, we are dedicated to ensuring that cost is not a barrier to the pursuit of creative passions, and we welcome all applicants to explore the transformative experience that Texas Arts Project has to offer.

To apply for finan­cial aid, you must com­plete and sub­mit the fol­low­ing by May 15. All doc­u­ments must be uploaded to the application.

TAP pro­vides aid of up to 50% off tuition for qual­i­fy­ing stu­dents. Applications are due on or before May 15, 2024.

  • • Completion of all appli­ca­tion fields includ­ing essay questions.

    • A copy of your most recent tax return(s).

    • A resume of any and all the­atre, music, writ­ing, and/​or film expe­ri­ence from edu­ca­tion­al to professional.

    • One ref­er­ence let­ter from a teacher or pro­fes­sion­al artist who is famil­iar with your work. They should speak of past expe­ri­ences or achieve­ments as well as poten­tial for fur­ther growth.

    • A link to your video/​portfolio sub­mis­sion. Please upload video that shows your current performance level. You may include singing, acting, and/or dancing and they may be filmed as an audition or edited from performance footage.

  • Financial Aid is award­ed with­out dis­crim­i­na­tion on the basis of race, creed, col­or, eth­nic ori­gin, reli­gion, sex, dis­abil­i­ty or sex­u­al orientation.

    The total amount of Financial Aid as well as the dis­tri­b­u­tion of finan­cial aid will be based upon deter­mi­na­tion of finan­cial need and of poten­tial tal­ent deter­mined by appli­ca­tion, inter­view and/​or audi­tion as iden­ti­fied by the Director of the Texas Arts Project con­sis­tent with the pro­ject­ed avail­abil­i­ty of funds.

    The cost of tuition does not include trans­porta­tion to and from the camp and per­son­al expens­es, there­fore these fees would not be cov­ered through finan­cial assis­tance. Texas Arts Project can only reward up to 50% tuition to qual­i­fied applicants.

    All Financial Aid is award­ed on an annu­al basis. Most will be award­ed 1 month pri­or to the com­mence­ment date for each Texas Arts Project sum­mer session.

    1. Financial Aid is sub­ject to the avail­abil­i­ty of funds and an open posi­tion in the camp ses­sion; and Financial Aid award­ed for any giv­en ses­sion is valid for that ses­sion only.

    2. ALL FINANCIAL AID is ter­mi­nal and there­fore ALL FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS must reap­ply each year.

    3. All appli­ca­tions for finan­cial assis­tance will be con­sid­ered on a first appli­ca­tion sub­mit­ted basis.

    4. ALL FINANCIAL AID may be sub­ject to can­cel­la­tion at any time at the direc­tion of the Texas Arts Project Director based on but not nec­es­sar­i­ly lim­it­ed to poor per­for­mance, poor class/​rehearsal atten­dance, dis­rup­tive behav­ioral prob­lems, and lack of demon­strat­ed motivation.

    5. All Financial Aid recip­i­ents must cer­ti­fy that the finan­cial infor­ma­tion sub­mit­ted in the appli­ca­tion is true and cor­rect to their best belief; and fur­ther­more, that if any sub­stan­tial finan­cial change occurs that might impact their eli­gi­bil­i­ty for their assis­tance, that they will prompt­ly noti­fy the Texas Arts Project Director of such changes.