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▌ Performing Arts · Ages 6–14

PAW — Wicked

Various · $498/week · ★ 4.3 (4 reviews)

Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) offers day camps in Los Angeles focusing on musical theater, acting, and various...

▌ Editor's read The Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) website loads successfully and presents a professional appearance for a day camp program. The 'About Us' page states that PAW has been operating for over 35 years, founded by Fran and Steve Barron, indicating a long history in children's performing arts education. The camp offers various programs, including musical theater, acting, and specific themed camps like 'Wicked,' for ages 5-15. The website explicitly mentions that all staff are fingerprinted and background checked, demonstrating a commitment to safety. PAW is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 145 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @performingartsworkshops and a Facebook page 'performingartsworkshops'.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–14

PAW — Wicked 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
1991 (35 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Performing Arts
  • Ages: 6–14
  • Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
  • Address: 10309 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Phone: (310) 827-8827
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $995/2wk

↗ What parents like

  • No audition required
  • Free shows for family

↘ Watch for

  • No lunch provided
  • No transportation provided

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about PAW — Wicked

What ages does PAW — Wicked accept?
PAW — Wicked 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 — Wicked cost?
PAW — Wicked publishes $498/week for the standard session. That sits 9% below the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. $995/2wk Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are PAW — Wicked's hours?
PAW — Wicked 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 — Wicked?
PAW — Wicked is operated by a private business, with 35 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 — Wicked provide lunch?
PAW — Wicked 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 — Wicked offer extended care?
Yes — PAW — Wicked 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 — Wicked compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
PAW — Wicked 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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