Grades: 7-12

In preparation for SDJT's world premiere production of Edgar Allan Poe's Gruesome Gallery of Grotesquerie, join director Blake McCarty for this unique series of devising workshops. Inspired by the macabre poetry and prose of Edgar Allan Poe, teen artists will have the opportunity to explore playwriting, improvisation, puppetry, songwriting, and design while creating material that will be used in the mainstage production later in the season. Students have no obligation to audition or participate in the show but will play a vital role in its development while expanding their skills and artistry.

Grades: 5-8

Use your imagination to bring an original play to life! Guided by the Teaching Artist, students will create and perform in several plays over the course of the session, and present their favorite to a live audience on the last day of class.

Grades: 7-12

Want to learn how to stand out in an audition room or onstage? Get into the nuts and bolts of acting by learning how to analyze a scene for beats and insight into your character. Students will become “smart actors” through scene work while deepening their knowledge of blocking notation and theatrical terminology. This class is excellent preparation for students interested in auditioning for stage plays, and we welcome all levels of experience.

Grades: 7-12

Who doesn’t love a show-stopping number?  Study some of Broadway's biggest hits while honing your vocal technique. Learn the correct way to belt a song, or how to sing as some of the most memorable musical theatre characters. Singers will present their showstoppers during the final class.

Grades: 7-12

Being a teenager isn’t easy, so why not blow off some steam while dancing to today’s Broadway hits, all centered around the teenage experience? Express yourself through the music of Be More Chill, Jagged Little Pill, Dear Evan Hansen and more, while gaining strength and improving technique. This fast-paced class is a must for any teen looking to shine at their next dance call.

Grades: 7-12

Aspiring costume designers will learn sewing basics, costume construction, how to successfully set up and execute a quick change, repair costumes on the fly, and tap into your own creative designing imagination! Designer and costume loft manager Tammy Molenaar will guide young artists through the steps of costume design and construction in this experiential workshop. A great choice for teens who love to crew JT shows and want to learn more about theatrical design. 

Grades: 7-12

Calling all brave actors who are ready to get their monologues in shape! Through scene work and acting exercises students in this class will tone up their voices, bodies, minds and improv skills getting them ready to tackle any audition or play that comes their way. Students will work on audition techniques in a small group setting throughout the session and present their completed monologues on the final day of class for their “audition.”