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    Dance Summer Programs

    High school and middle school students looking to hone their dance skills can find like minded peers and expert instructors by participating in a variety of summer dance programs. The programs often feature multidisciplinary performing arts education, offering a combination of dance, visual arts, theater, film, television, writing, photography and other creative subjects. Students of diverse experience and talent levels learn and participate in workshops under the guidance of attentive and professional staff. Hosted by performing arts organizations and colleges, these summer programs give students a chance to learn the theory and/or practice of many types of dance, such as ballet, ballroom, tap, jazz, modern and hip hop. Students can enroll in arts academies, study abroad and join summer conservatory sessions. Programs are offered as residential and commuter, ranging from a few days to several weeks.

    Westcoast Connection: Spain
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    Westcoast Connection: Spain

    Spain

    From the big city excitement of Madrid and Barcelona to the small-town charm of Toledo and Granada, you will have a blast exploring Western Europe on this Spain trip for high schoolers. You and your fellow travelers will sample authentic Spanish cuisine, explore ancient cities and snorkel in a marine reserve!..(more)

    ArtsBridge Summer: Musical Theater
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    ArtsBridge Summer: Musical Theater

    Berea, Ohio

    Sing, dance and act your heart out for two incredible weeks. ArtsBridge Summer Musical Theater programs provide specialized guidance on what it takes to be a theater artist, from acting to song & dance with an eye on college admission in the performing arts...(more)

    Summer Discovery: UCLA
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    Summer Discovery: UCLA

    Los Angeles, California

    Just minutes from the beach in the heart of Los Angeles, this program offers students the chance to attend America’s top public university while exploring the world’s entertainment capital. We've partnered with UCLA for more than 35 years and partner with UCLA Extension, UCLA Recreation, UCLA Anderson Center for Management of Enterprise in Media, Sports, & Entertainment, and UCLA Conferences to bring one-of-a-kind programs and activities to our students...(more)

    Ohio University: Musical Theater
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    Ohio University: Musical Theater

    Athens, Ohio

    In this intensive and interdisciplinary course, students develop skills in acting, dance, and vocal performance as they train with faculty in the School of Theater, Music, and Dance to create the next generation of musical theater. Professional techniques in contemporary and alternative singing styles are introduced, along with modern and jazz dance techniques. Find out more!..(more)

    Westcoast Connection: Italy
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    Westcoast Connection: Italy

    Italy

    Join an unforgettable summer trip, where high school students travel across Italy with a small group of fellow adventurers! With rail pass and maps in hand, this trip allows teens to tour Italy’s monuments, take in its artistic masterpieces, enjoy that perfect gelato, and discover just how good authentic pizza and pasta really is...(more)

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