Blog | Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts on Long Island

Usdan 'Glamping' Application Withdrawn

News | May 2, 2022

Today, the community will learn that after much thought and reflection, Usdan has decided to withdraw its application to amend the special use permit, which would have allowed for 'glamping' within the woods of the campus. Ultimately, it is more important for us to continue our relationship with...

Remembering Nan Melville

News | Apr 13, 2022

Today, we are sad to share the heartbreaking news that our dear camp videographer, Nan Melville, passed away on March 18, far too soon. Nan touched everyone at Usdan with her kindness, endless energy, and creative spirit. She was a true artist – the work she created was not only beautiful...

Usdan to Host Annual Long Island Regional Envirothon for Nassau and Suffolk Teens

News | Apr 1, 2022

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts today announced that they will be hosting the 24th annual Long Island Regional Envirothon on April 27, 2022 on their campus in Wheatley Heights, NY. The annual event is Long Island's premier environmental studies program for high school students in Nassau and Suffolk...

Usdan Adds Amanda Fugazy and Adam Sah to Its Board of Trustees

News | Apr 1, 2022

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts today announced the appointment of two new members of its Board of Trustees: Amanda Fugazy and Adam Sah. Fugazy joins the Board in advising and supporting our hiring and Human Resources work. Sah joins the Board in advising and supporting our technical needs, marketing...

Usdan's 2022 Programs Highlighted in Newsday

News | Mar 10, 2022

Usdan's Summer 2022 programs were highlighted in Newsday on March 9, 2022. Among other things, the piece highlights a return to Usdan's unique camp programming, which is centered around choice and independence. It also features Usdan's new Recreational Camp program, which offers families the chance...

Class	Session	Major/Minor
Festival Showrunners: Usher, Host & Capture!	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Recreational Camp	1-Week Rec Camp	Major
Chess	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor and Recreational Activity
Performance: Children’s Theater	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Performance: Musical Theater	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Performance: The Usdan Troupe	8-Week	Major
Theater Skills: Improvisation & Theater Games	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Theater Skills: The Actor Sings	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Archery	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
U Time	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Yoga	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Nature, Ecology & Design	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Seed to Snack: Edible Gardening	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Absolute Beginner Guitar Minor	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Absolute Beginner Piano Minor	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Chamber Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Composition: Classical Music	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Composition: Intro to DJ Basics and the History of Hip-Hop	4-Week A	Minor
Composition: Songwriting	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Concert Band	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Guitar Minor (1-2 Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Jazz Ensemble (Major)	4-Week A	Major
Jazz Ensemble (Minor)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Junior Piano Major (3+ Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Junior Vocal Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Orchestra	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Piano Minor (1-2 Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Senior Piano Major (4+ Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Senior Vocal Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Ballet	4-Week A	Major
Broadway Jazz Dance	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Choreography	4-Week B	Major
Dance Adventure	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Hip Hop Dance (Major)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Hip Hop Dance (Minor)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Tap Dance	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Creative Writing	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Creative Writing: Playwriting	4-Week B	Minor
Art Adventure	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Beginner Painting	4-Week B	Minor
Ceramics	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Comic Art	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Jewelry Making: Mixed Media	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
LEGO™ Construction	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Painting & Drawing	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Photography	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Portfolio Development	4-Week A	Minor
Sculpture	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Sewing & Fashion Design	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Discovery	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major