PAW — Wicked
Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) offers day camps in Los Angeles focusing on musical theater, acting, and various...
▌ Editor's read The Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) website loads successfully and presents a professional appearance for a day camp program. The 'About Us' page states that PAW has been operating for over 35 years, founded by Fran and Steve Barron, indicating a long history in children's performing arts education. The camp offers various programs, including musical theater, acting, and specific themed camps like 'Wicked,' for ages 5-15. The website explicitly mentions that all staff are fingerprinted and background checked, demonstrating a commitment to safety. PAW is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 145 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @performingartsworkshops and a Facebook page 'performingartsworkshops'.
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Since 199135+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Established
- 1991 (35 years)
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Performing Arts
- Ages: 6–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 10309 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Phone: (310) 827-8827
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $995/2wk
↗ What parents like
- No audition required
- Free shows for family
↘ Watch for
- No lunch provided
- No transportation provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about PAW — Wicked
- What ages does PAW — Wicked accept?
- PAW — Wicked is open to children ages 6–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does PAW — Wicked cost?
- PAW — Wicked publishes $498/week for the standard session. That sits 9% below the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. $995/2wk Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are PAW — Wicked's hours?
- PAW — Wicked runs 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs PAW — Wicked?
- PAW — Wicked is operated by a private business, with 35 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does PAW — Wicked provide lunch?
- PAW — Wicked does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does PAW — Wicked offer extended care?
- Yes — PAW — Wicked offers extended care (Sunrise 8-8:45 AM, Extended 3:10-5 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does PAW — Wicked compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
- PAW — Wicked is one of 128 performing arts camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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