The Alliance for the Arts (AFTA) announces its 2026 Summer Camp lineup for young creatives ages 3–17, running from June 15 through July 31. This year’s programming features the Youth Arts Summer Camp, Tech Theatre Bootcamp, and the Broadway Palm/Alliance Musical Theatre Intensive—a unique collaboration offering students hands-on training alongside industry professionals in the spaces where they perform.
The Youth Arts Summer Camp and Theatre Tech Camp will be hosted on the Alliance’s 10-acre campus at 10091 McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers. The Broadway Palm/Alliance Musical Theatre Intensive will take place at the Broadway Palm Rehearsal Space, located at 1400 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.
YOUTH ARTS SUMMER CAMP
June 15–July 31, 2026 | Ages 3–12
The Alliance’s Youth Arts Summer Camp program features rotating weekly themes such as Messy Art Magic, Mixed Media Mash-Up, and Ancient Art, with projects tailored to each age group’s developmental stage.
• Preschool Artists (Ages 3–6): Half-day camps focused on sensory exploration, playful materials, and guided creative discovery. Campers must be reliably toilet trained.
• Young Artists (Ages 7–12): Full-day camps offering deeper engagement with materials, techniques, and creative problem-solving through themed projects.
New this year the Alliance is partnering with Fashion First to offer a collaborative camp option to experience that combines visual art and sewing. Ages 6–8 will attend Fashion First Sewing Camp in the morning and Alliance Art Camp in the afternoon. Ages 9–12 attend Alliance Art Camp in the morning and Fashion First Sewing Camp in the afternoon.
Arts Summer Camp Hours:
• Ages 3–4: 9–11:30 a.m.
• Ages 5–6: 1–4 p.m.
• Ages 7–12: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Arts Summer Weekly Camp Cost:
• Full day: Members $275 | Non-members $330
• Full day with extended care: Members $350 | Non-members $425 (Ages 7–12)
• 1/2 Day Sewing Camp, 1/2 Day Arts Camp: Members $330 | Non-members $360
• Half day (Ages 3–6): Members $125 | Non-members $150
2026 Weekly Summer Arts Camp Themes:
• Week 1: Ages 3–6 Messy Art Magic | Ages 7–12 Cosmic Creators
• Week 2: Ages 3–6 Tiny Creatures and Big Art | Ages 7–12 Mixed Media Mash-Up
• Week 3: Ages 3–6 Once Upon an Art Time | Ages 7–12 Fantasy Worlds
• Week 4: Ages 3–6 Shapes in Our World | Ages 7–12 Ancient Art
• Week 5: Ages 3–6 Garden Giggles | Ages 7–12 Nature Explorers
• Week 6: Ages 3–6 Rainbows and Sunshine | Ages 7–12 Weather and Wonders
TECH THEATRE BOOTCAMP: BUILD, DESIGN & SHINE!
Ages 11–17 | June 15–26 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
This immersive camp will teach the skills needed to create and run a professional-quality stage production. This hands-on camp takes students behind the scenes of a live production of RENT. Campers will safely use tools, collaborate on builds, and help bring a full production to life.
Participants gain real-world experience in:
• Set construction & scenic painting
• Lighting & sound design
• Props & costume support
• Stage management & production leadership
Note: This camp is offered in conjunction with the production of RENT. Please note that the show contains mature themes that may not be suitable for all families. If you would like your child to participate in Theatre Tech Boot Camp without direct exposure to show content, accommodations are available upon request.
Safety First: All students must follow safety guidelines, including wearing closed-toe, closed-heel shoes and keeping long hair tied back while working in the shop.
Whether your child dreams of working backstage or simply loves to build and create, this camp is a backstage pass to the world of theatre!
Tech Theatre Bootcamp Details:
Ages: 11-17 yrs
Dates: Week Days 6/15-6/26
Time: 9AM-4PM (Extended Care available from 7:45AM- 5:15PM)
Cost: $400/members $480/non-members
MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE CAMP
Ages 7–17 | July 6–31 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Location Broadway Palm
The Broadway Palm/Alliance for the Arts Musical Theatre Intensive is back and better than ever, offering young performers an exciting opportunity to train where the pros perform. Throughout the week, campers will explore the essential elements of musical theatre—singing, dancing, and acting—while learning what it’s really like to prepare for the stage. Students will work with professional performers from Broadway Palm’s current production of The Wizard of Oz, gaining insider tips and hands-on training from working actors. The week builds toward an exciting live performance on a Broadway Palm stage, where every student gets their moment to shine for family and friends.
Musical Theatre Intensive Camp Details
Ages: 7-17 (varies by session)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Arrival: 8:45–9:00 AM
Location: Broadway Palm Rehearsal Space, 1400 Colonial Boulevard
Final Performances: Fridays at 3:00 PM on a Broadway Palm stage.
With only 20 campers per session, space is limited to ensure personalized instruction, so be sure to register early!
Session 1: July 6–10 | The Wizard of Oz (Ages 7–11)
Younger campers explore scenes, songs, and dances from the mainstage production. Includes a Broadway Palm matinee and a Friday cabaret performance for parents.
Session 2: July 13–17 | The Wizard of Oz (Ages 12–17)
Older students delve into scene study, dance technique, and music theory inspired by Dorothy’s adventures.
Session 3: July 20–24 | Christmas in July (Ages 7–11)
A nostalgic trip to 1940s Indiana featuring music from A Christmas Story. Campers perform classic holiday hits centered on family and seasonal joy.
Session 4: July 27–31 | 50s & 60s (Ages 12–17)
A retrospective of rock and pop, featuring the music of Elvis and the sounds of 1967. Ideal for students interested in the evolution of rock and roll.
What to Bring- Musical Theatre Intensive Camp:
Bag lunch, snack, and water bottle (no refrigeration available)
Dance or rehearsal clothing (no jeans)
Jazz shoes, ballet slippers, dance shoes, or sneakers
No flip-flops or sandals
Before and after care is available at the Alliance for the Arts for an additional fee.
Registration for young artists, for a summer of creativity, confidence, and curtain calls, is now open. All camps encourage curiosity and creativity in a supportive environment. No prior art or theatre experience is needed. Space is limited. For registration and details, visit ArtInLee.org/youthcamps or call 239-939-2787.
About Alliance for the Arts The Alliance for the Arts is a nonprofit community visual and performing arts center located in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida. Since 1975, the Alliance has been committed to transforming lives and improving community through the arts. The Alliance campus and galleries are open to the public from 9:00 am- 7:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 9:00 am-1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Located at 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For more information, please call 239-939-2787, visit us at http://www.ArtInLee.org, or find us on Facebook, Meetup and Instagram
