Summer is a great time to be a kid. Do you remember what it was like to finally get a break from school? 

Even if it was just a couple of months, it felt like you would never have to go back. All you had to do was sleep late and hang out with your friends.

Children in Asheville are looking forward to summer as a season of imagination and possibility. It is a chance for them to immerse themselves in their interests and hobbies, explore new things, and make lasting memories. One of the ways they can make the most of summer is by attending theater arts camp.

Asheville Performing Arts Academy provides the best, most engaging theater camp in western North Carolina. Here's what you need to know about performance arts camps in the Asheville area. 

Asheville Theatre Art Camp with Asheville Performing Arts Academy

Based on your response since last summer, we're hosting a workshop on the most popular performances every week! You can register online here or call (828) 253-4000 to join in any of the weekly summer camps we offer.

For each Friday show, every camper will get two tickets (3 pm and 5 pm). The campers will stay for a CAST pizza party between shows after the 3 p.m. production and will depart after the 5 p.m. show on Friday.

We have unique Tech Theatre Weeks, as well as one Performance and Competition Week, in addition to workshop weeks. Here is more information about some of our camps.

• June 13-17, 2022 | Lion King Workshop ($350) | Separate Age Groups: Grades 1-4, 5-10: In this thrilling coming-of-age tale, the African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki, and an amazing ensemble of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again.
• June 20-25, 2022 | Willy Wonka Workshop ($350) | Separate Age Groups: Grades 1-4, 5-10: In this enthralling production of Roald Dahl's fantasy book, Charlie Bucket's delightful exploits during his visit to Willy Wonka's secret chocolate factory light up the stage.
• June 27-July 1, 2022 | Moana Workshop ($350) | Separate Age Groups: Grades 1-4, 5-10: The strong-willed Moana sets sail across the Pacific to save her home and uncover the truth about her heritage in this exhilarating and touching coming-of-age narrative. Moana and Maui, the legendary demigod, embark on an epic voyage of self-discovery and friendship as they learn to harness the power within.

Asheville Performing Arts Academy in Asheville, NC

The Asheville Performing Arts Academy is a school based on unlimited opportunities for students to explore their interests in music, dance, and drama. We provide the highest quality performing arts classes and camps in the Asheville area. We have decades of experience helping our students develop a love and passion for music, acting, dancing, and theatre. 

If you are searching for a theatre arts summer camp experience in Buncombe County, you will not find a better program than APAA. We can’t wait to see your kids excel at Asheville Performing Arts Academy. Reach out to our team for more information about APAA.