Patel Conservatory Acting, Music & Dance Summer Camps 2026

Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center offers an extensive summer lineup of performing arts camps and classes in dance, theater, and music for children, teens, and adults. Programs range from beginner-friendly camps and half-day classes to advanced intensives, productions, and workshops led by professional teaching artists and working performers. Students can explore ballet, musical theater, acting, songwriting, orchestra, jazz, opera, and more while training in high-quality performing arts facilities at one of the few accredited performing arts conservatories based inside a major arts center.

Date and Time: June 1 – July 31, 2026
Pre-Camp: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Post-Camp: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pre- and post-camp options available weekly for select full-day camps
Patel Conservatory will be closed on June 19 and July 3–4 for holiday observances

Location: Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center, Tampa, Florida

Age: Programs available for ages 3 through adult, depending on the camp or class

Cost: Varies by program
Examples include:
Dance and theater camps from $110 to $2,615+
Music camps from $200 to $575
Pre-camp: $35/week
Post-camp: $35/week
Both pre- and post-camp in the same week: $60/week
A $45 registration fee applies per student unless waived through donor benefits

Scholarships: Financial aid and scholarships are available for eligible students, with priority consideration for applications submitted by February 28, 2026