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Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr.

Los Angeles · $270/week

STAR Camps offer a variety of themed day camps, including performing arts, sports, and academic enrichment, focusing...

▌ Editor's read The STAR Camps website (starinc.org) loads successfully and details a wide range of summer programs, including the 'Little Mermaid Jr.' theatre camp. STAR is a non-profit organization founded by Mike McDowell and has been operating for over 30 years, serving over 10,000 children annually. The camp is a day program, with various locations across Los Angeles. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. While not ACA accredited, STAR Camps have a strong community presence and positive Google reviews, averaging 4.8 stars from 100+ reviews for their main organization, with parents frequently praising the variety of activities and dedicated staff. Social media handles include @starsummercamp on Instagram and STARinc.org on Facebook, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given performing arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
1:14

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Money & Policies

FSA eligible
Not FSA eligible
Sibling discount
$25 off second child

$25 off the registration fee. (2+ siblings)

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Session lengths
3-day · 5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Varies by camp, but may include art projects, science experiments, and performance recordings.

Details

  • Category: Performing Arts
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Address: 10100 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034
  • Phone: (310) 842-8540
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $270 - $495 per week. Plus $75 registration fee.

↗ What parents like

  • Award-winning educational day camp
  • Wide variety of themed camps
  • Hands-on, project-based learning

↘ Watch for

  • $75 registration fee
  • No lunch provided

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr.

What ages does Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. accept?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. cost?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. publishes $270/week for the standard session. That sits 50% below the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What is Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr.'s staff-to-camper ratio?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. publishes a 1:14 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
Who runs Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr.?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 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 Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. provide lunch?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. 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 Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. offer extended care?
Yes — Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. offers extended care (8:00 AM-9:00 AM and 3:00 PM-6:00 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 Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
Warner STAR - Theatre: Little Mermaid Jr. 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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