Young Creatives
Explore Programs For Young ArtistsThe Arts Council has created an expansive program for youth in the tri-county area, officially launching the Young Creatives Program in April 2014. The program offers five key components to support arts and arts education for our young creatives. We are committed to growing the Young Creatives Program and providing more creative opportunities and outlets for area youth. We hope that you will take advantage of all the creative, innovative and affordable art programs that are offered in our community!
Our valuable work to recognize and support emerging talent has also been recognized by Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. We want to thank them for their generous financial support that will help fund printing, marketing, expanded scholarships and other
associated program costs.
YOUNG CREATIVES GUIDE 2023-2024
The Young Creatives Guide provides Lansing’s young creatives, their parents and their teachers with a listing of classes, camps, lectures, workshops and more for anything from writing to dancing to theatre and beyond! Currently the guide is virtual, but you can expect print postcards to be distributed for Summer 2023! Staff will update program descriptions on a rolling basis.
JOIN THE GUIDE
We invite you to participate by submitting your programming through the link below.
This is an exclusive opportunity for Arts Council members. If you are not a member, sign up today! Please contact us if you have any questions at taylor@lansingarts.org and stay tuned for updates.
Impression 5 Science Center
Pinhole Photography
Age range: 10-13
Date(s): May 18, 2024
Cost: $30/member, $35/not-yet member, Free for Youth Action Council
Before digital pictures, photographers used light to expose and develop still images. Build your own pinhole camera–that you can take home–and use it to expose an image on direct positive paper. We’ll then develop the image in a dark room using the same chemicals that professional photographers use!
Register here: - (517) 485-8116 ext. 132 or reservations@impression5.org
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Focus on love foundation
Youth Photography Workshop - Loving Life Thru Photography
Age range: 6-18 years old
Date(s): July 27, 2024
Cost: $25
In this hands-on workshop, youth learn basic photography skills while exploring emotions through a camera lens, providing a fun, creative and non-intimidating environment with which they can express themselves and learn how to cope with stressful emotions. This workshop will take place amidst natures beauty of the Carlisle Lavender Farm. In addition to learning about photography, participants will learn about the working operations of a lavender and wildflower farm and how lavender products are made. Cameras are provided. * Youth workshops require one parent to attend with their child.
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Artisan Alcove Gallery & Gifts
Youth Drawing Classes
Age range: 5-18
Date(s): At convenient times for all parties
Cost: $35 an hour, $15 additional for each added child
Classes are catered to the drawing styles and techniques each child is interested in. We will work on specific drawing challenges the student may want to improve on. Or, a prepared lesson that will focus on the basic principles of drawing - line, shape and form. Beginner to intermediate. Classes take place in Williamston at local artist Matt Mulford's studio/shop, The Artisan Alcove. One-hour sessions.
Charlotte Performing Arts Center
Summer Musical Theatre Camp
Age range: Grades 3 - 8 (Fall 2024)
Date(s): June 24 - 28
Cost: $200
The Charlotte Performing Arts Center presents its annual Summer Musical Theatre Camp! Participants enjoy an immersive five-day theatrical experience focusing on the basics of performing in a scripted musical. From auditions to prop-making to performance, the days are filled with fun and excitement!
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MSU College of Music
Eric 'RicStar' Winter Music Therapy Camp
Age range: 5-29
Date(s): June 17-19,2024
Cost: $225
This inclusive, summer day camp provides opportunities for musical expression, enjoyment, and interaction for all persons with special needs and their siblings. Sessions include song writing, rock ‘n’ roll combo, silly sing-along, xylophones, percussion, movement, improvisation, and more. Additionally, adolescent and adult volunteers from our community are paired with campers – an inspirational and life-changing experience as expressed by many of the volunteers. Adults meet June 13-15 and children and adolescents meet June 17-19. Each camp concludes with the “Be a Star Showcase” where campers may perform for family and friends, and their abilities are celebrated.
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Middle School Band Camp
Age range: 11-14
Date(s): July 15 – 19, 2024
Cost: $300
The Middle School Band Camp is a day camp for middle school students who have completed at least one year of instrumental study. This five-day camp meets in the Music Building on MSU’s campus and provides students with the opportunity to perform with other talented students, receive class instruction in instrumental technique from highly trained CMS music professionals and MSU graduate students, and explore music through musicianship classes. Time spent studying and rehearsing culminates in a concert for family and friends at a performance venue on MSU’s campus.
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Beginning Strings Camp
Age range: 6-12
Date(s): August 5 – 9, 2024
Cost: $155
With this camp, children ages 6-12 are introduced to violins, violas and cellos and given five days of hands-on instruction by professional string teachers, along with singing and music theory games, and a musicianship class. Instruments are provided by CMS for students who do not have one.
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All-of-us Express Children's Theatre
Summer Drama Camps
Age range: 7-18
Date(s): June 10- August 16, 2024
Cost: $170+
Summer drama camps provide weekly themes. Camp participants develop a script around the theme and perform in front of family and friends on Friday. One-week and two-week camps are available. Two-week camps provide a deeper understanding of theater and feature musical and choreography.
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Main Stage Productions
Age range: 6-18
Date(s): Varies
Cost: $95+
All-of-us Express does four main stage shows per year. These main stage shows are for youth, ages 6-18, and feature different titles. Over 60 local youth participate in our productions.
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Broadway Bootcamp
Age range: 8-18
Date(s): June 17-21, 2024
Cost: $200
Combining theater education and ensemble-building fun, Amy Duffy and Cory Phelps will guide campers ages 8-18 through singing, acting, dancing, and lots of fun games. Students will rotate through each subject daily, work with industry professionals, strengthen their tools for performing and auditioning, and most importantly, gain an understanding of the power of theater. This camp is perfect for actors already excited about performing or first-timers!
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Summer Show Camp
Age range: 8-18
Date(s): July 8-19, 2024
Cost: $295
Midway is joining forces with Destination Theatre to bring a unique summer program to Lansing! In two weeks, we'll put on a full-length Junior show - The Wizard of Oz! Actors will sing and dance all the way down the yellow brick road, culminating in a Friday night performance for friends and family.
Woldumar Nature Center
Summer Camp Discovery
Age range: Entering PK through 7th grade
Date: 11 weeks beginning June 10th
Cost: $150/week for nonmembers, $125/week for members
Our all-outdoor day camp is full of silly songs, fun games, and STEM lessons based on each weeks' special theme. Woldumar's forest, wetland, and prairie habitats serve as our playground and science lab. Campers might experience the excitement of science through pond dipping, bug catching, shelter building, bird watching, and fishing. Join us for one or all 11 weeks of fun!
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Teen Camp Discovery
Age range: Entering 8th through 10th grade
Date: June 24 - 28 & July 15 - 19
Cost: $150/week for nonmembers, $125/week for members
Teen programming is a longstanding tradition at Woldumar. From the seats of kayaks and stretched out under the trees, teens will spend time bonding and making friends while learning valuable skills that they can use for a lifetime. They can choose from our two themes, Young Leaders Retreat and Ready, Set, Adventure!
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Impression 5 Science Center
Solar Phone Charger
Age range: 10-13
Date(s): April 20, 2024
Cost: $30/member, $35/not-yet member, Free for Youth Action Council
In this eco-friendly workshop, we’ll be making a phone charger that uses the power of the sun to charge your device! Learn the basics of building a circuit, then apply what you’ve learned as you assemble components and decorate your charger however you like.
Register here: - (517) 485-8116 ext. 132 or reservations@impression5.org
YOUNG CREATIVES BILLBOARD PROGRAM
With an aim to promote our area artists and create temporary outdoor public art, the Arts Council created its program, the Art in the Sky Billboard Project in partnership with Adams Outdoor Advertising. Through this juried art program, digital billboards are produced featuring the art of area artists. This collective art installation is a well-recognized aspect of our region's landscape and is celebrated by residents and visitors alike. The billboards are featured in locations throughout Greater Lansing and outside the area to attract visitors to the region. A wealth of community feedback indicates the billboards are not only visually attractive but are also effectively raising awareness about artists in the region.
The Art in the Sky Billboard Project is closed until August 2024.
YOUNG CREATIVES GRANTS
Established to support and increase access to arts education for under-served youth ages 5-17 the Young Creatives Grant is funded by the Arts Council of Greater Lansing through its Arts Advancement Endowment Fund and Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. This program provides grants of up to $1,500 to selected organizations (must be current dues-paying member organizations of the Arts Council of Greater Lansing). Funds provide scholarships for children with financial need to attend classes and programs OR funds to support free arts/cultural programming with an educational focus, targeting under-served youth. Applicants may only apply for funds in one of the two provided categories, not both. Awards are competitive.
YOUNG CREATIVE ADVOCACY
The Arts Council of Greater Lansing has partnered with My18 WHTV to produce a series of public service television announcements surrounding the arts. Check out our collaborative PSAs, featuring many Arts Council members now!
Arts Education Teaches Critical Thinking Skills
Working Together: Teachers, Certified Specialists, and Teaching Artists
Keep Art in our Schools PSA
YOUNG CREATIVES GUIDE 2023-2024
The Young Creatives Guide provides Lansing’s young creatives, their parents and their teachers with a listing of classes, camps, lectures, workshops and more for anything from writing to dancing to theatre and beyond! Currently the guide is virtual, but you can expect print postcards to be distributed for Summer 2023! Staff will update program descriptions on a rolling basis.
JOIN THE GUIDE
We invite you to participate by submitting your programming through the link below.
This is an exclusive opportunity for Arts Council members. If you are not a member, sign up today! Please contact us if you have any questions at taylor@lansingarts.org and stay tuned for updates.
Check back soon for upcoming events.
Check back soon for upcoming events.
Check back soon for upcoming events.
Check back soon for upcoming events.
YOUNG CREATIVES BILLBOARD PROGRAM
With an aim to promote our area artists and create temporary outdoor public art, the Arts Council created its program, the Art in the Sky Billboard Project in partnership with Adams Outdoor Advertising. Through this juried art program, digital billboards are produced featuring the art of area artists. This collective art installation is a well-recognized aspect of our region's landscape and is celebrated by residents and visitors alike. The billboards are featured in locations throughout Greater Lansing and and outside the area to attract visitors to the region. A wealth of community feedback indicates the billboards are not only visually attractive but are also effectively raising awareness about artists in the region.
Art in the Sky 2022/2023 Billboard Program is closed until August 2024.
YOUNG CREATIVES GRANTS
Established to support and increase access to arts education for under-served youth ages 5-17 the Young Creatives Grant is funded by the Arts Council of Greater Lansing through its Arts Advancement Endowment Fund and Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. This program provides grants of up to $1,500 to selected organizations (must be current dues-paying member organizations of the Arts Council of Greater Lansing). Funds provide scholarships for children with financial need to attend classes and programs OR funds to support free arts/cultural programming with an educational focus, targeting under-served youth. Applicants may only apply for funds in one of the two provided categories, not both. Awards are competitive.
The deadline for this grant has passed. The next cycle will open June 2024.
YOUNG CREATIVE ADVOCACY
The Arts Council of Greater Lansing has partnered with My18 WHTV to produce a series of public service television announcements surrounding the arts. Check out our collaborative PSAs, featuring many Arts Council members now!
Arts Education Teaches Critical Thinking Skills
Working Together: Teachers, Certified Specialists, and Teaching Artists
Keep Art in our Schools PSA
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