Each session features classes that run Monday-Friday 9am to 4pm. Check out a sample daily schedule below: 

Sample Daily Schedule:

Campers will choose five classes from a list of arts activities including theater, dance, visual arts, writing and more. This format allows them to sample different subject areas that interest them, while maintaining plenty of time to make friends and build skills. 

Registered campers will be sent a list of activities to choose from in mid-Spring. They will then rate their first, second and third choices for each class period. Milwaukee Rep staff will aim to give every camper as many first choices as possible. Schedules will be shared before the first day of camp. Campers will have the option to change their schedule within the first two days of camp as classroom space allows.

See below for potential class descriptions. We will update this list as offerings and Teaching Artists are finalized.

Performance

Improv
Leave your script at the door and let your imagination run wild! Flex your creative muscles by creating your own characters, settings, and situations on the fly. Build your confidence and learn to work with other performers by following the key principle of “Yes, And.”

Puppetry
Since the dawn of time, humans have shared stories...and they’ve used puppets to tell them for almost as long! Whether manipulated by string, hand, rod, or body, puppets invite us to open our imagination to a world outside the ordinary. Experiment with a professional puppet or build one to tell your own story!

Acting for the Screen
Lights, camera, action! Live out your big screen dream and tackle the ins and outs of on-camera acting. Learn to hit your mark, adjust your style, interpret a screenplay and create a character that will really pop on screen.

Playwriting
Do you have a great story to tell? Brave the perils of Story Mountain, create a suspenseful conflict and use exciting character dialogue to write your own masterpiece!

Scene Study
What makes a great scene? Action? Interesting characters? A fantastical setting? All of the above? Take a deep dive into a beloved scene of your choice and learn to analyze text, collaborate with a scene partner, and apply notes from a director.

Musical Theater
Are you a triple threat? Put those skills to use by tackling some of Broadway’s most famous musical numbers.  Learn challenging choreography, perform exciting scenes and belt your favorite show tunes!

Dance
5,6,7,8! Improve your dance technique by learning important skills like turns, kicks, and leaps. Then, put those moves to the test by learning a variety of dance combinations in different styles from ballet to jazz and more!

Make a Play
Looking to tell your own story? Work with your ensemble to play improv games, build characters, explore themes, and create an exciting plot that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Once you have devised your story, perform it for your classmates!

Production

Sewing 101
From making simple repairs to creating your own garments, this class will give you the skills you need to stitch, sew and mend! Learn the basics of sewing both by hand and machine and put them to use.

Intro to Production Design
Step behind the scenes and learn how theatrical designers approach a play’s lighting, set, sound, and costumes. Pick your favorite show and work with your team to design an unforgettable production!

Painting
A blank canvas is filled with possibilities! Let your brush tell your very own story as you paint unique characters, stunning landscapes, and wild designs. Then explore the task of a scenic painter as they use color and texture to bring the world of the play to life.

Costume Design
Have a love for fashion or picking out the perfect outfit? Apply those skills in a new way as you design costumes for your favorite characters and stories. Explore how color, fabric choice, shape, and accessories can communicate a character’s personality and the world in which they live.

Props Design
Every theatrical production has dozens of props from furniture to fake food! Use artistic skills such as painting, carpentry, basic sewing and more to craft unique props and set decorations.

Makeup Design
Calling all aspiring makeup artists! It’s time to brush up on your skills with brushes, blushes and more. Explore how makeup is used on stage, and how to create fun and exciting new looks on yourself and others!

Jewelry Making
Looking for ways to add extra sparkle into your life? Join us to learn multiple kinds of jewelry making from beading a necklace to molding earrings out of clay. Every student will walk away with one-of-a-kind, wearable art!

Each two-week camp is just $650. Since you choose your own schedule, campers can register for both camps and get a new experience each session!

Limited partial scholarships are available by application and are based on need. Interested applications must: 
• Complete the scholarship application form
• Attach Proof of Need document
• Return all materials to MKE Rep Arts camp no later than March 3, 2025 
Applicants will be notified by March 29, 2025

MKE Rep Arts Camp will be hosted at St. Augustine Preparatory Academy’s (Aug Prep) campus at 2607 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI 53207. 

Aug Prep opened in 2017. Their campus includes state of the art spaces including art rooms, dance and music studios and a theater. MKE Rep Arts Camp will activate these spaces to create a positive and fun learning environment for students during the summer months.

For more information about Aug Prep visit: www.augprep.org

A Parent/Student Handbook will be sent to all registered campers prior to the camp.

When and where should I drop off and pick up my camper?
Camper arrival runs from 8:30am-9:00am each morning and pickup begins at 3:50pm in the St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South Campus parking lot. MKE Rep Arts Camp staff will manage traffic and check campers in and out to ensure campus safety. Camper parents/guardians will provide a list of approved pickup adults during registration.

What should my camper bring with them every day?
Campers should bring a water bottle, a bag lunch, a snack, and any personal necessities they might need to get them through the day. Please leave any valuables such as electronic devices, toys, or jewelry at home.

MKE Rep Arts Camp will provide all the necessary materials and supplies for classwork.

Campers should wear comfortable clothing that they can move in. Please refer to your camper’s schedule to determine whether any special clothing items are necessary (ex: dance shoes). Close-toed shoes are required.

Is lunch provided?
No. Please send a nutritious lunch with your camper each day that will keep them energized for classroom activities. MKE Rep Arts Camp is a nut-free campus.

My camper needs to take specific medication throughout the day. Will they have staff support?
Yes! Please indicate your camper’s needs on your registration form and camp staff will work with you to create a daily medication plan. All medication will be administered in the camp office.

Is there a final showcase?
Yes! Family and friends are invited to attend a culminating Arts Spectacular showcase on the final day of each camp session. Takeaways from all classes will be demonstrated. Additional information will be provided prior to the start of camp.

Can I contact my camper during the day?
MKE Rep Arts Camp will enforce a no cellphone policy during camp hours. Phones should be put away in personal bags, left at home, or dropped off at the camp office. Should you need to get in touch with your camper, please contact the camp office.

To whom should I communicate absences, illness, late drop-offs, or early pick-ups?
Contact the camp office to communicate any changes to your camper’s attendance.

If your camper is sick, we ask that you keep them home from camp for the day.

What if my child has a behavioral challenge at camp?
Campers will receive verbal warnings and, if challenges persist, may be removed to the camp office. In this instance, camp staff will connect with camper parents/guardians to discuss the nature of the infraction. MKE Rep Arts Camp reserves the right to send campers home for the day should significant disruptions occur.

Can I visit camp as a parent/guardian to see what my camper has learned?
We hope you will join us for the final Arts Spectacular at the end of each 2-week camp session! If you cannot attend the showcase, please reach out to camp staff and we will schedule an alternate opportunity. We ask that you limit camp visits to pick up and drop off for the rest of the session so that campers can focus on their classes.

I can’t pick up my camper at 4:00pm. Do you offer extended care?
Yes! Extended care is offered until 6:00pm Monday-Friday for an additional $15/day. Campers will be under the supervision of MKE Rep Arts Camp staff. You can pre-register for extended care for the full 2 weeks or purchase it a la carte as needed.

How does my camper select their classes?
Registered campers will be sent a list of activities to choose from in mid-Spring. They will then rate their first, second and third choices for each class period. Milwaukee Rep staff will aim to give every camper as many first choices as possible. Schedules will be shared before the first day of camp.

What if my camper doesn’t like the schedule they chose?
Campers will have the option to change their schedule within the first two days of camp as classroom space allows. We will attempt to accommodate all requests as class capacity allows.

Can my student sign up for classes with a friend?
Yes! Please indicate the names of the campers you would like scheduled together when you submit your scheduling form and ensure that their class choices align. We will make every effort to create matching schedules for them.

What are the camp safety guidelines?
MKE Rep Arts Camp staff are trained to adhere to St. Augustine Preparatory Academy emergency protocols.

CPR and First Aid-certified staff will always be present on grounds.

What credentials do your staff have?
Our teaching artists are all professional educators, artists, performers or production designers with extensive experience in the topic areas they teach. Your camper will be learning skills from instructors who practice them every day!

All MKE Rep Arts Camp teaching artists are required to pass a standard background check.

Do campers go outside?
Possibly! St. Augustine Preparatory Academy has several lovely outdoor spaces and teaching artists may choose to shift classes outside if the weather allows. Camp staff will maintain safety protocols while crossing the parking lot and will conduct a thorough head count before returning indoors. Please indicate any camper allergies or health concerns on your registration form.

What is your refund policy?
Full-price camp cancellations made by May 30th, 2025 will receive a full refund (minus a $25 administrative fee) or an account credit toward another MKE Rep Arts Camp session. Camps will not be refunded past May 30th, 2025.

Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! Please contact MKE Rep Arts Camp staff at SummerCamp@Milwaukeerep.com to create a customized payment plan based on your needs.

Do you offer scholarships?
Limited partial scholarships are available by application and are based on need. Interested applications must:
• Complete the scholarship application form
• Attach Proof of Need document
• Return all materials to MKE Rep Arts camp no later than March 3, 2025 
• Applicants will be notified by March 29, 2025.

Aug Prep students are eligible for limited full scholarships through a school application.