All accepted and deposited students have access to our student portal. Here, parents and students can access
their updated invoice and find financial assistance and scholarship information. If you have any questions
regarding payments, scholarships, or financial assistance, please contact our Student Accounts teams in NYC and
LA, Debra Mack at debra@amda.edu (NY & Virtual) and Laura Talavera at ltalavera@amda.edu (LA).
Please complete all requested forms for your program. These forms can be found in your Student Portal. All forms are due 4 weeks prior to the
start of the student’s respective program.
Arrival Information
Please select your respective program for more information on arrival & departure, airport travel, packing lists,
commuter students and more! The information below is for in-person programs only.
Summer Conservatory (On-Campus)+−
A completed Travel-Commuter form is required for all students attending the NY or LA Summer Programs,
including commuters.
Travel-Commuter Form +−
A completed Travel-Commuter form is required for all students attending the NY or LA Summer
Programs, including commuters.
Travel Form
Drop-Off/Pick-Up+−
The housing locations for each campus are currently TBD.
The arrival & departure times you see below are general. All deposited students will receive
a welcome email one week prior to their start date with a more detailed schedule.
Boarding
Commuters
Orientation Day
Session 1 :
Jul 2, 2023
Session 1 :
Jul 2, 2023
Session 2 :
Jul 16, 2023
Session 2 :
Jul 16, 2023
Session 3 :
Jul 30, 2023
Session 3 :
Jul 30, 2023
Orientation Day Drop Off
Drop off between 10am - 1pm
If flying,
please book flights to arrive between these time frames to the following
airports:
NY Students: LGA Airport
LA Students: LAX Airport
*Please see Plane Travel Details below for more infomation
Drop off between 12pm - 1pm
Orientation Day Pickup
N/A
Pick up between 9:45pm - 10pm
Daily Drop Off
N/A
Drop off each day between 7:45 - 8:15am
*Please join us for breakfast!
Daily Pick Up
N/A
See schedule in welcome email for details
Departure Day
Session 1 :
Jul 15, 2023
Session 1 :
Jul 15, 2023
Session 2 :
Jul 29, 2023
Session 2 :
Jul 29, 2023
Session 3 :
Aug 12, 2023
Session 3 :
Aug 12, 2023
Departure Day Pick Up
Pick up between 9am-1pm * If flying, please book flights to depart
between the above time frame from the same airports listed for arrival
Students are welcome to come to campus the morning of the departure to
say their goodbyes to fellow students. Otherwise, they can be picked up
after their final presentation day.
Parking information+−
You are welcome to use any of the garages near our locations. Please see the following page
for information on parking:
Students staying in On-Campus housing will want to be sure to pack the following items.
Commuter students should have these on hand, and will be informed daily of the next day’s
requirements.
General Items
Spending money for snacks and incidentals
Backpack or duffle bag
Umbrella or rain jacket (for NY)
Visa Pre-Paid Card (for discretionary spending)
Sunscreen & hat
A copy of your COVID 19 vaccination card
Health insurance information (if you have it)
Housing Items (For Students Staying In On-Campus Housing)
Linens (sheets & blanket): standard twin-size for NY and twin XL
for LA
We do not provide linens - you must bring your own.
Please see shipping information below if you would like
to send ahead of time.
Pillow(s)
Towels
Toiletries
Shower shoes (for communal showers)
Hangers
Roll of quarters & detergent for on-campus laundry
Classroom Supplies
Spiral notebook and 1.5" 3-ring binder for papers, scripts,
music, etc.
Pens, pencils and highlighters
Recording device (a cell phone may be used)
Clothing & Program-Specific Items
Final Performance Attire
Black Dress Slacks (all students)
Jewel Toned Button-Up Dress Shirt or Blouse
Jewel tones include variations of red, yellow, green,
blue, and
purple that range from mid-tones to deep, saturated
shades
For lighting purposes, please bring a white tank top or
fitted
t-shirt to go underneath your dress shirt or blouse
Black Dress Heels with a Strap, Black Hard-Soled Dress Shoes, or
Black
Character Shoes
Black Socks, or Black Hose or Tights
Daily Attire
Students should be dressed in comfortable, classroom-appropriate
attire
that allows for comfortable movement and physical exploration.
Black Leggings, Black Sweatpants, or Black Jazz Pants (other
colors
are allowed)
Comfortable tshirts & tank tops (please see below for
specifics on
what is allowed)
Dresses, skirts & shorts below finger-tip length
Students may want to wear bike shorts under dresses
& skirts
to allow for comfortable movement
Athletic Shoes
A nice outfit to wear to a show!
*If you don’t have any of the above items, please do not feel the
need to go
out and purchase. We will work with what you have!
Additional Attire for Dance students -
All dance students will receive instruction across styles. Since the
dance program explores many styles and techniques, all dance
students should come prepared with the following:
*The below attire will be use for both daily classes as well as
final performances
2 Black Leotards OR 2 Black or White Fitted t-shirts
5 Solid Color Tanks, Tees, or Leotards (or a mixture of the
three)
Pink and Black Tights (convertible)
Black Dance Shorts (mid-thigh or above - full coverage) OR
Dance Belt
Black Full-Length Jazz Pants
Black Sweats or Harem Pants
Black Jazz Shoes
Heeled Character Shoes
Black Dance Boots or Sneakers
Footies / Dance Paws
Black Tap Shoes (experienced tappers only)
Loose, layered dancewear in the style and color of your
choice
Students may be asked to pull from their own closet items of
clothing that are appropriate for a particular character or
class. When in doubt, professional attire is your best bet!
Inappropriate Student Attire:
Inappropriate Student Attire: Student attire should - at all times -
be appropriate for the professional standards that are in place at
AMDA's New York City and Los Angeles Campuses. Please see the below
list for items to avoid.
Please avoid the following:
Revealing clothing
Spaghetti straps
Crop tops
Bandeaus
Mini-skirt/short shorts (must be past fingertip length)
Flip-flops
Clothing with rips, tears, or holes
Open-toed shoes
Clothing styles and/or jewelry that are disruptive,
detrimental, or
injurious to the purpose of the educational program
Clothing that does not adequately cover the body or allows
undergarments
to be shown is considered inappropriate attire
Any clothing that advertises or promotes alcohol, drugs,
sex, tobacco,
violence, and obscene or questionable language
Shipping Information+−
Students staying in On-Campus housing who would like to ship supplies or care packages prior
to the start of their program may mail packages as early as 2 weeks prior to the start of
the session.
For New York Students, please address packages as follows:
Attention High School Summer Conservatory
Student’s Full Name
117 W 70th Street
New York, NY 10023
For Los Angeles Students, please address packages as follows:
Attention High School Summer Conservatory
Student’s Full Name
6305 Yucca Street
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Plane Travel Details+−
Flights must be booked to arrive at either LAX (LA Campus) or La Guardia (NY Campus)
Airports between 9am and 1pm on the first day of the session, and between the same time
frames for departure on the last day.
We cannot accommodate transportation from any other airport or location.
Upon arrival, students should make sure that their cell phones are turned on and proceed to
baggage claim. Our team will be waiting there wearing lime green AMDA t-shirts. You can’t
miss them!
Phone numbers for our travel team as well as all on site operational staff will be provided
in your welcome email sent one week prior to the start date of your intended program.
Commuter STUDENTS+−
On a daily basis, all commuter students will report to a designated counselor upon arrival
to the address listed in their welcome email.
Nightly departure times will vary depending on the schedule, and will be communicated to you
by your counselors during orientation.
3 meals a day plus snacks are included in the tuition for commuter students. The meal plan
is required for ALL students.
All commuter students must fill out a Travel-Commuter form, found in your Student Portal.
MEDICATIONS & HEALTH TEAM REQUESTS+−
ALL medications (prescription or over the counter) must come in their original
containers/prescribed bottles
We cannot accept medications that have been put in anything other than its
original/prescribed containers.
ALL prescription medications that were not originally listed on the uploaded physician form
MUST be accompanied with a note from their medical provider (either an NP or MD) stating:
The patient’s name, medication name and dosage
When it is to be taken and in what frequency
That the student is able to self-administer the medication under the supervision of
a health team member
Please bring along a copy of your Covid 19 Vaccination proof (Both doses as well as a
booster are required for attendance)
A gentle reminder that:
We are a caffeine free campus
We often spend time outside; we highly recommend bringing hats and sunscreen
Vaccination Exemptions
If the student is not vaccinated against Covid 19 due to health reasons, please
inform us and we will look further into if we can allow any exceptions
Exemptions are not allowed for the MMR, Meningococcal, TDAP & Varicella
immunizations listed on the physician form
Orientation Day Schedule+−
The schedule below is an example of what orientation day will look like. A more detailed schedule
will be sent in your Welcome Email one week prior to your intended start date.
The locations for housing for each campus are currently TBD.
Drop-Off Location
Drop-Off Time
244 W 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
3:30pm – 3:45pm Our staff will meet students in front of the building to
take them to class.
Packing List+−
Students attending the After School Program will want to be sure to bring the following
items:
Classroom Supplies
Spiral notebook and 1.5" 3-ring binder for papers, scripts,
music, etc.
Pens, pencils and highlighters
Recording device (a cell phone may be used at the discretion of
the
instructor)
Small hand mirror (for Voice Production and Speech class)
Clothing & Program-Specific Items
Final Performance Attire
Black Dress Slacks (all students)
Jewel Toned Button-Up Dress Shirt or Blouse
Jewel tones include variations of red, yellow, green,
blue, and
purple that range from mid-tones to deep, saturated
shades
For lighting purposes, please bring a white tank top or
fitted
t-shirt to go underneath your dress shirt or blouse
Black Dress Heels with a Strap, Black Hard-Soled Dress Shoes, or
Black
Character Shoes
Black Socks, or Black Hose or Tights
Daily Attire
Students should be dressed in comfortable, classroom-appropriate
attire
that allows for comfortable movement and physical exploration.
Black Leggings, Black Sweatpants, or Black Jazz Pants (other
colors
are allowed)
Comfortable tshirts & tank tops (please see below for
specifics on
what is allowed)
Dresses, skirts & shorts below finger-tip length
Students may want to wear bike shorts under dresses
& skirts
to allow for comfortable movement
Athletic Shoes
A nice outfit to wear to a show!
*If you don’t have any of the above items, please do not feel the
need to go
out and purchase. We will work with what you have!
Inappropriate Student Attire:
Inappropriate Student Attire: Student attire should - at all times -
be appropriate for the professional standards that are in place at
AMDA's New York City and Los Angeles Campuses. Please see the below
list for items to avoid.
Please avoid the following:
Revealing clothing
Spaghetti straps
Crop tops
Bandeaus
Mini-skirt/short shorts (must be past fingertip length)
Flip-flops
Clothing with rips, tears, or holes
Open-toed shoes
Clothing styles and/or jewelry that are disruptive,
detrimental, or
injurious to the purpose of the educational program
Clothing that does not adequately cover the body or allows
undergarments
to be shown is considered inappropriate attire
Any clothing that advertises or promotes alcohol, drugs,
sex, tobacco,
violence, and obscene or questionable language
Pop-Up Conservatory+−
Drop-Off/Pick-Up+−
Drop off Location: TBD
Drop off Time: TBD
Pick up Location: TBD
Pick up Time: TBD
Parking information+−
Parking availability is dependent on the policies of the hotel location.
Packing List+−
Students attending the Pop-Up Program will want to be sure to bring the following
items:
Classroom Supplies
Spiral notebook and 1.5" 3-ring binder for papers, scripts,
music, etc.
Pens, pencils and highlighters
Recording device (a cell phone may be used at the discretion of
the
instructor)
Small hand mirror (for Voice Production and Speech class)
Clothing & Program-Specific Items
Final Performance Attire
Black Dress Slacks (all students)
Jewel Toned Button-Up Dress Shirt or Blouse
Jewel tones include variations of red, yellow, green,
blue, and
purple that range from mid-tones to deep, saturated
shades
For lighting purposes, please bring a white tank top or
fitted
t-shirt to go underneath your dress shirt or blouse
Black Dress Heels with a Strap, Black Hard-Soled Dress Shoes, or
Black
Character Shoes
Black Socks, or Black Hose or Tights
Daily Attire
Students should be dressed in comfortable, classroom-appropriate
attire
that allows for comfortable movement and physical exploration.
Black Leggings, Black Sweatpants, or Black Jazz Pants (other
colors
are allowed)
Comfortable tshirts & tank tops (please see below for
specifics on
what is allowed)
Dresses, skirts & shorts below finger-tip length
Students may want to wear bike shorts under dresses
& skirts
to allow for comfortable movement
Athletic Shoes
A nice outfit to wear to a show!
*If you don’t have any of the above items, please do not feel the
need to go
out and purchase. We will work with what you have!
Inappropriate Student Attire:
Inappropriate Student Attire: Student attire should - at all times -
be appropriate for the professional standards that are in place at
AMDA's New York City and Los Angeles Campuses. Please see the below
list for items to avoid.
Please avoid the following:
Revealing clothing
Spaghetti straps
Crop tops
Bandeaus
Mini-skirt/short shorts (must be past fingertip length)
Flip-flops
Clothing with rips, tears, or holes
Open-toed shoes
Clothing styles and/or jewelry that are disruptive,
detrimental, or
injurious to the purpose of the educational program
Clothing that does not adequately cover the body or allows
undergarments
to be shown is considered inappropriate attire
Any clothing that advertises or promotes alcohol, drugs,
sex, tobacco,
violence, and obscene or questionable language
Program Experiences
Educational Experience
On-Campus: Students will be traveling from their housing locations to our classroom
locations for
the entirety of their classes each day. All assignments and announcements will be given during
class.
Online: Students will be provided an AMDA Gmail account to access GoogleClassrooms,
where all of the
student assignments, announcements, and Zoom links will be posted.
Pop-Up: Students will be meeting at the pop-up location address given to them prior
to the start of
the program. The entirety of the classes will be at this location. All assignments and announcements
will be given during class.
College Audition Experience
On-Campus & Pop-Up: Students will have the opportunity to audition at the end of
their program for adjudicators live, with the opportunity to gain experience and possibly gain
acceptance to more of our AMDA High School Conservatory Programs and/or the AMDA College of the
Performing Arts!
Online: Students will have the opportunity to submit a self-tape audition at the
end of their program to gain experience and possibly gain acceptance to more of our AMDA High School
Conservatory Programs and/or the AMDA College of the Performing Arts!
For more information on the audition process, click on the button below:
Audition Experience
Performance Experiences
On-Campus Final Presentation: Students will participate in a final presentation at
a location in each of their respective cities. Families and friends will be invited to attend the
presentation on the last day of the session. All final presentations will be recorded and sent to
families a few months after the program is complete.
Online Final Presentation: Students will record in class and at home. Families and
friends will be invited to a watch party to view the presentation on the last day of the session.
All final presentations will have permanent links made and will be sent to families a few months
after the program is complete.
Pop-Up Final Presentation: Students will have the opportunity to present the
material they have been working on in class to family and friends.
AMDA Grooves AMDA Grooves is a presentation that provides all students a wonderful
opportunity to audition and possibly perform their own selection in a culminated, unique performance
of works at the midpoint of the session for their peers. This performance opportunity is only
offered in select programs. Please View this
PDF to learn more about the AMDA Grooves audition opportunity.
Cultural Experience
On-Campus: While on campus, students will have the opportunity to participate in
cultural activities. Some may include but are not limited to shows, museums, amusement parks, tours,
etc.
Online: While in the programs, we encourage students to bond with one another
through social game nights, watch parties, etc. Students will also have exclusive access to Online
AMDA performances, alumni speakers from across the globe, etc.
Pop-Up: Depending on the Pop-Up location, students will have the opportunity to do
a live or Online tour of our AMDA campus at the end of the program.
Program Photos
During each session, we will post photos of students here. These photos are password protected, which we will
communicate to students/parents at the beginning of each session.
