Question 1

What ages do you accept to the program?

Accepted Answer

Ages 9-15; outside this range considered case by case.

Question 2

Do you still have space at the camp?

Accepted Answer

For current availability, submit the registration form for your desired session.

Question 3

I contacted you but have not received a response.

Accepted Answer

Check your spam folder; staffing is minimal in non-summer months so replies can take a few days.

Question 4

How do I apply? Is there an audition?

Accepted Answer

No audition required. Click ENROLL and complete the form with payment. You will get a confirmation and a first-day details email about a week before your session.

Question 5

I was accepted to LACHSA - is this program right for me?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It helps you get a head start on the curriculum and meet faculty.

Question 6

I am not attending LACHSA - can I still enroll?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can still join the community and develop your skills.

Question 7

Can you guarantee admission to LACHSA?

Accepted Answer

No. The program is owned by Theatrical Education Group and is not involved with LACHSA admissions.

Question 8

How does the daily schedule work?

Accepted Answer

Students are grouped by age, rotate through all five departments in the morning, and attend chosen department intensives in the afternoon.

Question 9

What if I need an early pickup?

Accepted Answer

Text (818) 957-1619 the day of with your camper name and time; sign out at the office. No early pickups 3:00-3:45 pm.

Question 10

Do you offer discounts or scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Discount codes reduce tuition by $75; referral refund available by email. Scholarships are not available at this time.

Question 11

Are there additional class fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Visual Arts and Cinematic Arts have a $100 materials fee for expendables, supplies, and equipment.

Question 12

Do you offer a payment plan?

Accepted Answer

Check-based plans are not available. If you use PayPal, you may select PayPal Credit at checkout, subject to PayPal terms.

Question 13

Can tuition be prorated if my child misses days?

Accepted Answer

No. Staff are hired for the full three-week session.

Question 14

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Email required. Before Mar 1: refund minus $150 deposit; before Apr 1: minus 50%; before May 1: minus 75%; after May 1: no refunds (a full credit may be offered if space allows). If camp is cancelled due to natural disaster, a full credit is offered.

Question 15

How are students grouped?

Accepted Answer

By age and selected department; switching departments is not permitted once camp begins.

Question 16

Is there a culminating event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Final shows by department at the end of camp. Each camper receives a limited number of family tickets; times are announced during the session.

Question 17

What happens during breaks, lunch, and pickup?

Accepted Answer

Games are offered and age-appropriate movies may be shown at lunch and pickup.

Question 18

What level of training and experience is required?

Accepted Answer

All levels welcome. Instructors adjust curriculum so beginners feel supported and advanced students are challenged.

Question 19

Do we need special supplies or clothes?

Accepted Answer

Most materials are provided; Visual Arts and Cinematic Arts require a $100 materials fee.

Question 20

Are meals provided?

Accepted Answer

Please pack a lunch, two snacks, and a large labeled water bottle each day.

Question 21

Do you share my information with outside parties?

Accepted Answer

No. TEG does not share parent or student info and does not store payment data; PayPal processes payments and refunds.

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