2025 Summer Arts Institute Updates
Our free, four-week arts program.
2025 SUMMER ARTS INSTITUTE
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Summer Arts Institute is a free, four-week arts program administered by the NYC Public Schools’ Arts Office. Students major in dance, theater, concert band, strings, Students major in dance, theater, vocal music, film, or visual arts. Students engage in studio work and experiences with professional artists from partnering organizations: American Ballet Theatre, Arts Ignite, Carnegie Hall, Ghetto Film School, Magic Box Productions, Opening Act, New York Philharmonic, and Studio in a School.
Through SAI, students develop and improve their technical skills and creative expression in their art form. Time is dedicated to rehearsals, attending professional performances, visiting arts venues, and exploring careers. The Institute culminates with an exhibition and performance showcasing the students’ work.
DATES: July 7 – August 1, 2025
Eligibility: NYC Public School students entering grades 8 through 12 in Fall 2025 (students currently in grades 7 through 11)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
VIRTUAL AUDITION DEADLINE: Sunday, March 2, 2025
For more information and to apply,
CLICK HERE
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SAI is produced by the NYC Public Schools Arts Office
Paul Thompson, Executive Director
Peter Avery, SAI Producer and Director of Theater
Margot Faught, SAI Artistic Director
Callie McGlone, SAI Program Manager
Questions?: Please e-mail: summerartsinstitute@schools.nyc.gov
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