Middle School Programs

Weekend and summer arts classes for artists in 6th through 9th grade.

Dance · Media Arts · Music · Theatre/Musical Theatre · Visual Arts

Saturdays at The Academy

SESSION 1

9/13/2025 — 10/4/2025

Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

Cost: $250

For artists in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.

SESSION 2

10/18/25 — 11/8/2025

Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

Cost: $250

For artists in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.

DANCE

MEDIA ARTS

MUSIC LESSONS

THEATRE & MUSICAL THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

Summer at The Academy

JUNE 8 – JUNE 18, 2026

Weekdays from 10:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $995

For artists heading into 7th, 8th, or 9th grade.

Registration opens in December!

Life Changing experiences

Students in the Middle School Programs have the unique opportunity to study with working professional faculty who are leaders in their fields.

Our educators include performers from the South Bend Symphony Orchestra, dancers from The Joffrey Ballet, award-winning filmmakers, and more.

With guidance from these accomplished artists, students receive hands-on training that offers a deep, real-world understanding of the arts.

Professional Arts Instructors

In The Academy’s Middle School Programs, students don’t just learn about technique— they apply it.

Whether they are producing an EP in our Music Program or preparing an audition-ready monologue in the Theatre/Musical Theatre Program, application is at the heart of each department’s curriculum.

Hands-on
Art-Making

Community is a key part of The Academy Method.

Through project collaboration and shared experiences, students in the Middle School Programs start building their artistic networks earlier than other young artists— many leaving with lifelong friends.

Peer Collaboration

MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS FAQ

  • The Saturday Program is for students currently in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade regardless of age.

    The Summer Program is for students heading into 7th, 8th, or 9th grade, also regardless of age.

  • The Saturday Program is $475 for both sessions or $250 for one session.

    The Summer Program is $995. 

  • We do not offer scholarships for the Middle School Programs but do offer seasonal discounts. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to see what we’re offering.

  • Yes. Please email Program Coordinator Sarah Grant to pay your registration fee in installments.