Grades 5+

Journey into the world of heroes, gods, and legendary creatures as you bring timeless myths to life on stage! Drawing inspiration from Greek mythology and other classic legends, explore dynamic characters, tackle exciting scenes, and discover what makes these stories endure. Through scene study, ensemble collaboration, and character-driven performance, actors will strengthen their technique while creating unforgettable theatrical moments worthy of legend.

Grades 7-12

Whether you’re an experienced actor or have always wanted to get on stage, this skill-building offering is your opportunity to audition, rehearse and perform in a one-act play! Classes will be spent auditioning, rehearsing, developing characters and strengthening your acting technique. The class will culminate in a shared performance of the play for friends and family.

Please note: There will be a video audition requirement prior to the start of this class, which will determine casting. Casting decisions are at the sole discretion of the Teaching Artist. The title of the play is TBD contingent upon enrollment numbers. Since class serves as rehearsal time, enrollment in this class is a commitment to regular attendance.

Grades 4-6

Ready to think on your feet? In this fast-paced improv class, a single suggestion can become an unforgettable scene. Through theatre games and spontaneous storytelling, performers will build confidence, think creatively, and discover the fun of making it up as they go. Whether the result is hilarious, heartfelt, or completely unexpected, anything can happen!

Grades 1-3

Return to some of Pixar's most beloved worlds through dance! From Toy Story and Inside Out to Finding Nemo, Cars, Monsters, Inc., and The Incredibles, each week is inspired by a different Pixar adventure that keeps the story going. Through energetic choreography and creative movement, dancers will build coordination, rhythm, musicality, and performance skills while bringing these unforgettable stories to life.

PreK-Kinder

Celebrate Junior Theatre's upcoming production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with a sweet adventure through Candyland! Through imaginative play, creative movement, storytelling, and theatre games, young performers will build confidence using their actor's tools (body, voice, and imagination) while developing creativity, cooperation, and storytelling skills. It’s a golden ticket for little actors with big imaginations!

Please note this class will not meet on 11/11. 

* For students ages 4 and up. Students must be fully potty-trained to participate in camps and classes. For the safety of all students, we have a closed classroom policy. Adults are not permitted to sit in on JT classes until our invited Open Sharing on the final day of classes or camps.

Grades 4-6

Step into the wonderfully weird world of Roald Dahl! Inspired by beloved stories like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG, and James and the Giant Peach, young artists and performers will bring Dahl's unforgettable characters and imaginative worlds to life through art and drama. From giant peaches and dream jars to magical inventions, students will create original art projects while exploring character, storytelling, and creative expression. Whether inventing a new Wonka creation or bringing a mischievous character to life, join us for a touch of Dahl-inspired magic.

Please note this class will not meet on 11/11. 

Grades 1-3

Climb aboard for an unforgettable adventure with JT! There's always somewhere new to explore as young performers travel to exciting destinations through acting, movement, and imaginative play. Work together to dream up daring expeditions, create unique characters, and turn every journey into a one-of-a-kind story while building confidence and strengthening storytelling skills.

Please note this class will not meet on 11/11. 

Grades 1-3

Every quest needs a brave team! From magical maps and enchanted objects to dragons, riddles, and mysterious lands, young adventurers will create original stories through improvisation and scene work. Extend the adventure beyond the classroom with supervised excursions throughout Balboa Park, where each new location inspires the next chapter of the story. Young performers will also learn the basics of safe stage combat, using choreographed action to bring heroic battles and daring rescues to life.