PAW — Stage FX Makeup
Learn the art of stage and movie makeup, from glamour to special effects, in a fun, hands-on environment.
▌ Editor's read Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) operates as a day camp in Los Angeles, offering a variety of performing arts programs, including Stage FX Makeup. The website states the organization has been operating for 36 years, founded by Jay Skelton. PAW emphasizes safety, stating that all staff members are background checked and fingerprinted. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association. Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive impact on their children. The camp offers programs for ages 5-16, with the Stage FX Makeup program specifically for ages 8-16. They provide a detailed FAQ section covering topics like safety, staff, and daily schedules.
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Since 199036+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–14
PAW — Stage FX Makeup sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right performing arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1990 (36 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Performing Arts
- Ages: 6–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: Various LA locations
- Phone: (310) 827-8827
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $545 per 1 week session. Discounts are available for early bird registration, multiple sessions, siblings, and returning students.
↗ What parents like
- Hands-on exploration of makeup artistry
- Daily themed makeup challenges
- All special FX makeup is provided
↘ Watch for
- Students must provide their own base makeup
- Not for children with skin allergies
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about PAW — Stage FX Makeup
- What ages does PAW — Stage FX Makeup accept?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup is open to children ages 6–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does PAW — Stage FX Makeup cost?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup publishes $545/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are PAW — Stage FX Makeup's hours?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup runs 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs PAW — Stage FX Makeup?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup is operated by a private business, with 36 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does PAW — Stage FX Makeup provide lunch?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does PAW — Stage FX Makeup offer extended care?
- Yes — PAW — Stage FX Makeup offers extended care (Sunrise 8-8:45 AM, Extended 3:10-5 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does PAW — Stage FX Makeup compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
- PAW — Stage FX Makeup is one of 128 performing arts camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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