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WHO: The Straz Center’s Patel Conservatory
WHAT: Registration for summer camps and classes
WHEN: Registration is now open
DETAILS: Registration is now open for Patel Conservatory dance, music and theater summer camps and classes, which begin the week of May 30. Dozens of camps and classes are offered for students of all ages and experience levels.
Camps and classes vary from a trumpet workshop to world drumming and storytelling to a singer songwriter camp, from Shakespearean acting to musical theater intensives and stage management, and from ballet to jazz dance. A complete line up is available at www.patelconservatory.org.
Some summer camps and classes require auditions. Registration for auditions is required by visiting www.strazcenter.org/auditions or by calling 813.222.1040. All Patel Conservatory summer experiences require active learning participation by campers and result in an in-class showcase or ticketed performance element.
Summer Camp informational Open Houses will be held Saturday, March 25, from 9 to 10 a.m. and Monday, May 22, from 6 to 7 p.m.
The Conservatory provides scholarships to students and families whose participation might otherwise be limited. Scholarships typically cover a percentage of tuition and are available online at www.strazcenter.org/financialaid. Scholarship applications are due by April 2.
Registration for summer classes and camps can be completed online at www.patelconservatory.org, by calling 813.222.1040, by emailing admissions@strazcenter.org, or in person at the Patel Conservatory Admissions Office. A 10 percent early bird discount will be given for many camps and classes to those who register by Feb. 26.
For more information about the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and its upcoming events, visit www.strazcenter.org. Tours can be arranged by calling 813.222.1029 or emailing patelconservatory@strazcenter.org.
Events, days, dates, times, performers and prices are subject to change without notice.