ALASKA ACTING CAMPS & CLASSES
Camps and classes for Alaska kids, teens, and adults that have a special focus on acting in the theatre. Many of these Alaska acting education programs also focus on singing, dancing and music. Most programs present a performance on the last day of classes. Most of the camps are day camps, but some are residential.
Contact each individual organization via their website for updated program date, place, and registration information.
Alaska Theatre of Youth
Anchorage, AK
ATY's goal is to offer professional education from local and out-of-state artists.
ATY is committed to empowering young artists and giving them the tools they need to succeed both in our productions and in the wider Anchorage theatre community.
Our teaching model has students take 4 classes in each level before progression to the next. For example: to join Improv 2, students will be asked to take 4 sessions of Improv 1 or have equivalent experience from other institutions. These classes do not need to be taken concurrently to count towards a students' progression.
This model will give instructors more time to teach fundamentals and build our students’ skills as a group, resulting in a more thorough and holistic arts education. Our dream with this tiered class system is to grow with our students, and one day culminate our 4 levels with Alaska Theatre of Youth Troupes, which will have the opportunity to study within their advanced subjects and perform in more challenging shows.
Website: http://www.alaskatheatreofyouth.org
Kodiak Arts Council
Kodiak, AK
Sum’Arts for Kids provides quality and affordable arts instruction to youth. For more than three decades, the program has offered arts learning opportunities for Kodiak kids in visual arts, theatre, music, and more.
Sum’Arts for Kids will provides our traditional in-person week-long camps, as well as one-day classes, and outdoor adventures.
Sincere thanks to the Kodiak Island Borough School District for their long-standing support and partnership in the Sum'Arts for Kids program.
Website: https://www.kodiakarts.org
Anchorage Community Theatre
Anchorage, AK
Throughout the year, we offer classes and workshops taught by highly qualified theatre practitioners from around Anchorage. Like our tickets, classes are provided at an accessible rate.
Here are just some of the topics of past classes at ACT: Audition skills, Directing, Improv, Lighting design, Physical comedy , Set design and painting, Sewing basics, Sound design and sound board programming, Special effects makeup, Stage combat, Stage management.
Website: https://www.actalaska.org
Theater Alaska
Juneau, AK
Theater Alaska introduces students to plays through participation in theater exercises and active discussion of themes and the theatrical artform. We are also bringing theater annually to all three high schools to ensure that students have the opportunity to see and interact with professional theater that represents them as individuals.
We are developing programs to introduce students to a broad range of writers, including Alaskan Native playwrights. Additionally, each year students at JDHS and TMHS study classic plays.
Theater Alaska is working to provide annual support to teachers to make the teaching of theatrical scripts active and empowering to students. Theater exercises get students on their feet and into their bodies to effectively communicate their ideas as individuals and within groups.
This work is made possible through funding from the Artful Teaching project administered by Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and supported by Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies.
Website: https://www.theateralaska.org
TBA Theatre
Anchorage, AK
TBA stands for "training better artists," and to meet our training goal, we offer classes for all ages. Check out our current list of classes.
TBA offers a number of academy classes during the year. See our website for current classes.
Spring Break Academy: A Full Week of Theatre Training! Each year, we have great options for engaging in the theatre arts over spring break at the TBA Studio.
So Many Options for Summer Performing Arts! TBA Theatre is committed to providing a fun and safe environment where young artists learn creative expression alongside professional actors, designers, and technicians. With over 90 years of combined experience in youth arts education, our staff are the leaders in performing arts education here in Anchorage.
Website: https://www.tbatheatre.org
Fairbanks Drama Association
Fairbanks, AK
Each summer, we produce THE DRAMA PROJECT – a professional theatre training program for children and young people during featuring a staff of professional theatre educators. Drama Project classes are available for children ages 5 through 18. The are separated into groups by age. Classes are all age-appropriate and designed to build upon previous knowledge. All classes have physical movement, vocalization, pantomime and various theatre games.
The DRAMA PROJECT brochure is available to download here or for pick up at the Hap Ryder Riverfront Theatre. The brochure includes an abbreviated curriculum for age-level class contents.
Website: https://www.fairbanksdrama.org
Fairbanks Academy of Children's Theatre
Fairbanks, AK
At FACT, we believe theatre is a great outlet for people to be themselves, learn confidence, and find a family. With programs designed for all ages, we know your whole family will find something they enjoy! We offer classes, main stage shows, camps, and more, all taught with a trauma informed lens.
We offer theatre classes for kids ages 5 to 18, all year long. Divided by age group, we feature classes in musical theatre, dance, improv, and focus on aspects of theatre as a outlet for stress! Don't miss our camps this summer!
Website: https://fairbanksact.com
RESOURCES
Of course a website cannot tell you all the information you need to know about preparing yourself to be an actor: unions, contracts, agents, casting, auditions, and the myriads of other things actors should learn about the acting business.
Below are a number of resources that will help you learn about such things to get you on the right road to becoming a successful actor.
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