Summer 2026
Registration Available
March 9th at 6 p.m.
MCG Youth is offering an exciting opportunity for Pittsburgh area youth (grades 5-12) to create art in our world-class facility. Use state-of-the-art equipment and professional-grade materials to create one-of-a-kind works of art in our ceramics, photography, design, and digital art studios.
Program Offerings
Middle School
Three two-week sessions for students 10–13 years old, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Students will work in three of our four studios every day creating a variety of projects.
High School
Three two-week sessions for students 14–18 years old, Monday–Friday, 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Each session is focused in one studio, with students spending three hours in one of our art-making studios.
Our Studios & Processes
Ceramics
Hand building, sculpture, wheel throwing, raku firing, and more.
Photography
Digital Photography, black and white film photography, Photoshop, darkroom and more.
Design
Screen printing, drawing, painting, fashion, textiles, sculpture, and more.
Digital
Graphic design, digital music, 3-D printing, laser engraving, and more.
Jazz
Rehearse and perform with MCG Jazz in our historic concert hall and throughout the Pittsburgh area in this intensive music camp.
Summer Studios Sessions and Middle School Course List
Maximum of Two Sessions Per Middle Schooler
June 29 – July 10
July 13 – July 24
July 27 – Aug 7
Summer Studios Sessions and High School Course List
June 29– July 10
July 13 – July 24
July 27 – Aug 7
JAZZ: ON TOUR
2-week camp - July 20 to July 31
Step into the spotlight this summer with our free two‑week performance intensive — a camp designed to ignite your passion, sharpen your focus, and put you center‑stage in front of real audiences. You’ll perform on stages big and small, dive into the rich legacy of Pittsburgh’s legendary jazz scene, and bring iconic compositions to life in fresh, electrifying ways.
This is not just a camp — it’s a glimpse into the life of a professional touring artist, complete with daily rehearsals, live performances, and the thrill of connecting with audiences who will never forget what they hear. Masterclasses, financial literacy, and musician mental health are a part of the mix too. Each participant will receive a stipend.
If you’re ready for the challenge — and the applause — book your audition now.
Week 1 - July 20 to 24
12:45 to 4pm
Week 2 - July 27 to 31
12:45 to 4pm with evening performances
Register for auditions between March 7th to June 1st
Audition schedule:
June 23 - 4 to 7pm at MCG Jazz
June 27 - 9am to 1pm at MCG Jazz
Acceptance notifications sent on June 30th
For more information, email mjackovic@manchesterbidwell.org.
Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild
1815 Metropolitan Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
412-322-1773
MCG Youth admits students of any race, sex, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
2023 Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild, a division of Manchester Bidwell Corporation
Parent/guardian signed forms and waivers must be completed and submitted to MCG Youth at least one week prior to the start of programming.