CSAA is a two-week academy that provides youth opportunities to gain experience in the artistic fields of acting, writing, dance, music composition, video production, textile design, visual and vocal arts. Required forms are available in the forms section above.

Camp Dates:

July 19-31, 2010

Application Deadline:

April 5, 2010

• Must be between ages eight-19
• Participants should have appropriate communication skills respective to age, based on standard educational training.

Students ages 13 – 19 are required to attend an audition to be eligible for acceptance into the academy.

Auditions will be:

• CDIB and/or tribal citizenship card
• Completed application

Applications are accepted in the spring. Participation in the early orientation and early enrollment is recommended to assist in assessing skill level and placement in art mediums. Applicant will receive notification within 10 working days.

For more information and to receive audition information, contact the Chickasaw Nation Division of Arts and
Humanities at (580) 272-5520 or email Ms. Kristi Mitchell at kristi.mitchell@chickasaw.net.

The Chickasaw Summer Arts Academy is an intensive two-week fine arts academy. The academy offers a unique opportunity for Oklahoma students to develop their creative potential in such fine arts areas as vocal music, dance, theatre, visual arts, literary arts, video production, textile design and music composition.

Students are required to attend an audition to be eligible for acceptance into the academy. The auditions help the coordinators assess the individual ability of each student for better placement within the academy. 

The academy is housed at East Central University in Ada. Students ages 13 through 19 have the option to stay on campus as part of the residential experience. While Chickasaw students have priority, all students are encouraged to audition.

Application form is available above.