Idyllwild Arts Summer Teen Programs are intensive one to two week workshops held in the mountains of Southern California for students ages 14 to 17, covering disciplines ranging from ballet and vocal performance to ceramics, songwriting, and digital fabrication. Students immerse themselves in daily studio work, masterclasses, and ensemble activities, building both technical skills and artistic confidence in their chosen field. Programs culminate in performances or exhibitions that showcase student growth over the course of the experience. For serious young artists looking to deepen their craft in a focused, professional environment, Idyllwild Arts offers one of the most respected summer programs in the country.
Portraying characters convincingly through voice, movement, and emotion on stage or screen.
Performing music live or recorded, alone or as part of a group.
Writing original musical pieces, from melodies to full arrangements.
Creating drawings, paintings, or other visual work to express ideas and observations.
Planning, filming, and editing video content from concept to final cut.
Designing the visual world of a production, from costumes to stage sets.
Students develop acting techniques, perform in productions, and work with professional faculty in intensive theater and film programs.
Programs teach songwriting, jazz performance, and musical theater skills with mentorship from world-renowned faculty.
Students use industry-standard equipment and software to create short films from script through final production and premiere.
Program offerings include fashion design and costume design coursework aligned with theatrical and visual arts training.
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