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Hoogland Center For The Arts

★★★★½ 4.7491 reviewsSpringfield, IL

Private

The Hoogland Center for the Arts is an 80,000-square-foot nonprofit arts building in downtown Springfield housing three theatres, a dance studio, galleries and rehearsal and banquet space, and is home to a number of resident arts organizations. Its own education program, begun in 2012, offers theatre classes for children in grades 1-12 on year-long and quarterly terms rather than as a summer camp. The PAVE summer theatre camp that meets in the building is run by resident company Springfield Theatre Centre and is listed separately.

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Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Operator
Private
Before you register

We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Hoogland Center For The Arts directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.

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★★★★★David Gebhardt

I've been to the Hoogland Center For The Arts a few times. Both times have been a wonderful experience with a great view of the stage.

★★★★★Dana Hodgkinson

I was at a Photography conference at the Hoogland center in May and it was a great experience. All the staff at the center were very friendly and helpful the entire 2 days that we were there. I highly recommend and can't wait to come to our next conference.

★★★★★Josh Craven

Hoogland Center for the Arts is one of those places that truly feels like the heart of the local arts community. The performances are consistently outstanding, showcasing an incredible level of talent right here in Springfield. It is amazing to see how much quality and passion goes into every show. What really sets Hoogland apart is its commitment to education. The program does an exceptional job of training and supporting the next generation of performers. You can see the growth, confidence, and skill in the students who come through their programs, and it is clear they are being guided by people who genuinely care. The staff deserves so much credit. They are welcoming, supportive, and deeply invested in both the performers and the audience experience. That same energy carries throughout the entire space and creates a strong sense of community that you can feel the moment you walk in. It is also exciting to see performers come in from outside the area. Having a group like Second City not only put on a great show but also lead a workshop made a lasting impression. Getting the chance to try improv for the first time in that kind of environment was both fun and memorable, and it speaks to how Hoogland creates opportunities you might not expect in a local setting. Between the performances, the education programs, the visiting artists, and the incredible people behind it all, Hoogland is a truly special place. Springfield is lucky to have it.

★★★★★john king

Play was great ! Staff was great ! Location is easy ! Seating is really tight and close and temp was beyond hot with the amount of people but over all I have been there twice with plans to go back!

★★★★★Read this First

Saw nil8 here the sound Guy is terrible but loved the vibe. Good times

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