Aspiring costume designers will refine sewing skills and explore the costume loft in this unique offering. Designer and costume loft coordinator Tammy Molenaar will guide young artists through the steps of garment construction and repair in this experiential workshop. Students who own a sewing kit are encouraged to bring their own, though it is not a requirement. Please self select between this clinic and the Beginner Sewing Clinic based on expierence. 

Grades K-6

School may be out but theatre is in! Elementary students are welcome to join us for four fun-filled days rotating through classes in drama, music, dance, and a specialty subject. Whether your student is used to the spotlight or new to the stage, our Spring Break camps have something for everyone!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 clamps until our invited Open Sharing on the final day of camp. A detailed informational letter will be sent out the week prior to camps. Students should bring a water bottle, closed-toe shoes, sack lunch, and two snacks.

Grades 4-6

Send in the clowns! In this lively acting class, discover the art of physical theatre and the fundamentals of comedy. Dive into the mechanics of a great “gag” and experiment with what makes something truly funny. Explore a variety of comedic styles while training your mind to think like a clown and your body to express with boldness. Perfect for those with a sense of humor and a willingness to take creative risks, this class encourages playful experimentation. Come dressed to move and ready to laugh—Clown Town awaits!

Please note that this class will not meet on Memorial Day, 5/26.

Grades 1-3

Explore the playful world of puppetry, where characters are brought to life with creativity and flair! Learn about puppets in popular culture, from the wild animals of The Lion King to the whimsical creatures of The Muppets. Create puppets of your own and bring them to life as you experiment with voice, movement, and storytelling. Get ready to share the spotlight with your unique puppet pals!

Grades 4-6 

Discover the art of bringing stories to life through sound! In this hands-on workshop, learn the craft of foley—creating everyday sound effects to enhance a performance. Using a script as your guide, experiment with a variety of objects and techniques to design and perform sound cues that add texture, emotion, and realism to scenes. Whether it’s the rustling of leaves, the creak of a door, or the crash of a thunderstorm, foley artists transform ordinary items into extraordinary soundscapes. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about the magic behind the scenes of theatre, film, or audio storytelling!

Ages 10+

Form a pirate crew with your fellow classmates and set sail for fortune and glory! In this performance skills/RPG-Play course, you’ll craft your character’s unique backstory, abilities, and look. Then, you’ll bring them to life through improv and storytelling challenges before actual-play sessions of a tabletop role-playing-game. (If you’re interested in ‘Dungeons and Dragons’ , it’s like that but isn’t that exactly…)(Less ‘dragons’ more ‘mermaids’)

Will you discover the Lost Treasure of the Sunken Isles, or be swallowed whole by the deadly Kraken? The only way to find out is by playing the game! 

Ye Olde Fine Print: This is a fantasy pirate adventure with all of the trappings you might imagine. Forts will be raided, treasure will be plundered and buckles will be swashed. (Or is it ‘swashes’ will be ‘buckled’?) Which is to say: violence and thievery are inherent to the genre. Storylines may also involve: spoooooooky skeletons, the existence of grog/rum, dark magic, a pantheon of gods + beliefs. We would rate the content as PG-13, in line with that of the Pirates of the Caribbean films. 

Grades 4-6

Embark on a creative journey into the unknown! Venture into outer space, dive under the sea, or imagine entirely new worlds as you combine storytelling with visual art. Develop original scenes inspired by uncharted territories, then design props, backdrops, and basic costume pieces to bring your imaginative settings to life. Discover new ways to tell stories through design and performance, sharing your adventures with friends and family during a special showcase on the final day!

Grades 7-12

Discover the art of bringing stories to life through sound! In this hands-on workshop, learn the craft of foley—creating everyday sound effects to enhance a performance. Using a script as your guide, experiment with a variety of objects and techniques to design and perform sound cues that add texture, emotion, and realism to scenes. Whether it’s the rustling of leaves, the creak of a door, or the crash of a thunderstorm, foley artists transform ordinary items into extraordinary soundscapes. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about the magic behind the scenes of theatre, film, or audio storytelling!