Embark on a captivating artistic adventure at Uptown Studio, nestled in the vibrant cultural setting of West Chester. This thriving hub transforms theater into a powerful tool for self-expression and creativity, engaging young performers through both summer camps and classes.

Summer Camps: Summer camps invite students aged 4 to 18 to plunge into the world of theater. These programs are designed to be both fun and educational, providing a platform for performers to enhance existing talents or uncover new abilities. The camps vary in duration from one to three weeks and offer a wide range of themes to suit any young artist’s interests. Options include A Capella Singing, Storybook Theater, Broadway Kiddos, Broadway Cabaret, Summer Stock, Triple Threat, and more. Each camp culminates in a live performance on one of the stages at Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center, allowing campers to showcase their newly honed skills to an audience of family and friends. Summer camps are led by skilled Teaching Artists and Industry Professionals who create a supportive and encouraging environment, fostering growth and confidence in each participant.

School Year Classes: During the school year, Uptown Studio continues to inspire and educate with a series of classes that cater to a broad age range and skill level. These classes are designed to help students continue their artistic journey year-round, focusing on various aspects of performing arts from acting and improvisation to specialized skills like Acting for the Camera and Improv. Like the camps, these classes emphasize personal growth through creative risk-taking and the development of authentic characters. The school year programs maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized attention and optimal skill development. Each course of study builds towards performance opportunities, where students can put their learned skills into practice on stage, experiencing the thrill of live performance and receiving constructive feedback to further their artistic development.

Both our summer camps and classes at Uptown Studio are crafted to nurture fearless creativity, articulate expression, and expansive imagination, all within a fun, nurturing, and safe environment. Parents and guardians are encouraged to give their young artists the chance to thrive in these rich, engaging programs under the direction of our award-winning staff.