Camp · Theater/Music · Ages 7–18 · $1,800/week
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▌ Theater/Music · Ages 7–18

Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts

Carthage College · $1,800/week

A performing arts camp offering theater, dance, and music training for youth, with day and overnight options.

▌ Editor's read Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts, established in 1955 by Pearl and Byron Harand, is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for ages 7-18, located at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI. The camp's website details a program focused on musical theatre, dance, and drama, with sessions ranging from two to six weeks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the supportive environment, professional instruction, and positive impact on their children's confidence and skills. The camp's ACA accreditation is current through 2024, confirming its commitment to health, safety, and program quality standards. While the website mentions a dedicated staff, specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit background check policies are not detailed.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 195769+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. theater/music programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day and overnight options
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1957 (69 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Theater/Music
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 2001 Alford Park Dr, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA
  • Phone: (847) 866-0055
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 1-week session: $1800; 3-week session: $4250-$4350; 6-week session: $7450. Sibling and referral discounts available. USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts

What ages does Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts accept?
Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts cost?
Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts publishes $1,800/week for the standard session. 1-week session: $1800; 3-week session: $4250-$4350; 6-week session: $7450. Sibling and referral discounts available. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts's hours?
Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts accredited?
Yes — Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 69 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Does Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts provide lunch?
Yes — Harand Camp of the Theatre Arts includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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