2025 SUMMER
FESTIVAL & SCHOOL
Ohana Arts, in partnership with the University of Hawaii at Manoa Department of Theatre & Dance presents the 2025 Summer Festival and School this June and July. The program provides a unique opportunity for students ages 8-18 to study with world-class faculty and guest artists from around the country in music, dance, and drama through intensive 5 & 6 week programs.
ARTS. LOVE. PEACE.
Be the kind of young artist that can INSPIRE OTHERS, CONNECT PEOPLE, and CHANGE THE WORLD. Grow your skills and learn from some of the most exciting instructors in the industry. Be amongst some of the best talent in the world, the kindest of hearts, and friends who not only love what you love, but who wholeheartedly want to create memories of a lifetime with you. Join us at 'Ohana Arts this summer, a haven in the pacific where we spread love and peace through the universal language of the arts.
2025 SUMMER FESTIVAL & SCHOOL
For students completing grades 3-12 at UH Manoa
June 9th - July 20th, 2025 (All programs except MTT program, which ends July 11th, 2025)
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT UNTIL JAN.31st 11:59PM!
Use the coupon code SUMMER25 to receive a $100 discount on all programs.
This summer we are thrilled to offer the following 5, and 6 week full-time and part-time (mornings only and afternoons only) programs at UH Manoa for students completing grades 3-12 (SY 2024-2025).
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Ohana Arts Summer Program for students completing Grades K-4 at Hanahau'oli School (open to students from all schools)
will take place from June 9th-July 11th, 2025. More info to come soon!
YOUNG ARTIST LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Ohana Arts invites students completing grades 10-12 to apply to join the 2025 Young Artist Leadership Program. This unique program offers students the opportunity to share their passion with their peers while learning how to lead and inspire others. Students in the program will gain resume-building skills including organizational skills, event planning, leading groups of students, and peer mentorship. Students selected for the Young Artist Leadership Program will receive a 50% tuition credit towards the 6-Week Musical Theatre Academy. Additional need-based scholarships are available. To apply, please fill out the online financial aid application.
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REQUIREMENTS: Students must fill out the online application no later than April 1st, 2025 11:59 PM. Students must also include a letter of recommendation and a former letter of application with their online application. If admitted, students will be expected to attend zoom training sessions in May, and in-person training sessions in early June.
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NOTIFICATION: Students will be contacted for a brief interview, and notified of their application status by April 5th, 2025.
2025 FACULTY & STAFF
TBA Please check back at a later date for the 2025 Faculty & Staff List
STUDENT LIFE
When not in classes or rehearsals, Ohana Arts students have many options for socializing and fun. Students can participate in camp-wide activities such as movie nights, weekly open mic/coffeehouses, relays and games, ice cream socials and more. Students in the residential programs will have the opportunity to explore some of Oahu's most beautiful sites on "Wind Down Wednesday" and "Sightseeing Sunday" excursions.
Typical excursions may include:
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Makapu'u Lighthouse Trail
Lanikai/Kailua Beach
Sea Life Park
Hanauma Bay
Kuualoa Ranch
Haleiwa Town/Waimea Bay
Waimea Valley
Dole Cannery
Waikiki Beach Walk & Fireworks
Ala Moana Center
Pearl Harbor
Iolani Palace
Waialua Obon Festival
Secret Island
Kaneohe Sandbar Island