Theatre Classes

Being a part of a live theatre production is a truly unique experience that can help any student grow and learn to express themselves. At Riverside Performing Arts, we strive to provide students with a fun and encouraging environment where they can explore all of the art and excitement that theatre has to offer. Our theatre classes are led by kind and knowledgeable instructors who are committed to fostering a playful and educational space where every student can realize their potential.

Audition Notice!

🎭 **Auditions for “The Wizard of Oz”!** 🌈

Calling all young performers from Kindergarten through 5th grade! ✨ Step into the magical world of Oz with us. Auditions are set for **October 28th at 5:30pm** or **October 29th at 6:30pm**. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this timeless adventure!

🌟 Details

– Must be registered in an acting class at Riverside Performing Arts
– Rehearsals: Fridays from 4:30-6:30pm
– Director: Teacher Lindy
– Show Dates: February 8-9th
– Production Fee: $150 (includes costume fittings, rehearsals, and pictures)
– Ticket Proceeds: Benefit our scholarship program

Theatre Classes for All Interests

Within theatre, there are nearly endless art forms that students can explore. To ensure our students have room to explore all of their interests, we offer a variety of theatre classes to choose from:

Mini Program

Ages 2 - 7 Years

Welcome to the world of storytelling using imagination, song, and dance. Children will gain confidence, find their voice, and begin their love of live theatre. A great program for active and creative imaginations. Offering acting and musical theatre.

Recreational Program

Ages 8 - Adult

Where dancing, acting, and singing coming together, Musical Theatre is a great introduction to the performing arts as well as for those who want to become skilled in more than one art form. Vocal work, basic jazz dancing, and acting will be taught in musical theatre.

Focus Program

Ages 8 - 18 Years

A continuation of all things theatre for the focused and experienced actor. Improve your skills and learn new techniques to apply to your performances. These classes will challenge your actor and help them become the performing artist they can be. Must be invited by instructors to join.

Adult Theatre Program

Ages 18+

If you have spent years on the stage or have always dreamed about performing, we offer acting and musical theatre for all skill levels. The adult theatre program provides a fun and encouraging atmosphere to help build skill and learn what it means to be part of live performances.

Private Theatre Lessons

All Ages

If you’re preparing for auditions, want to build a specific skill, or improve technique, our professional teaching artists and choreographers will help you every step of the way. For all ages and skill levels.

Acting Classes

Ages 3 - 18 Years

In our Theatre program we open up the world of storytelling using imaginative play, song and dance. Children gain confidence and a understanding of live theatre. We offer beginning through advanced classes for all ages.

Musical Theatre Classes

Ages 3 - Adult

Improvisation Classes

Ages 7-18 Years

We introduce improvisation confidence skills, storytelling and comedy, presentation skills and the beginnings of improv comedy, in a fun, stress free and practical, class. Completely designed for first timers, from the quiet ones to the more confident. (no experience necessary)

CHECK BACK IN THE SPRING FOR AUDITIONS!

Sign up for one of our Dance, Theatre, or Music Programs today

Why Take a Theatre Class?

Theatre is a multidisciplinary art form unlike any other. Taking a theatre class is a great way to explore art in a totally new way while growing your own skills and confidence. Theatre can help you develop a wide range of skills, talents, and areas of knowledge such as:

Self-expression and creativity
Confidence and public speaking
Communication and empathy
Teamwork and socialization
History, literature, music, and art

Explore Theatre in Vancouver WA

Interested in delving into the wonderful world of theatre? We’re here to help! The team at Riverside Performing Arts is committed to making theatre as approachable and fun as possible, so you can explore all that this art form has to offer in a friendly and supportive environment. Whether you’ve done 10 plays or you’ve never stepped foot on stage, our theatre classes can help you grow as an artist, performer, and individual. Call us today to get started!

Theatre Tuition & Fees

Weekly Classes

Annual registration fee: $35

Annual family registration fee: $50

30 minute class: $520 per year or $52/month

45 minute class: $700 per year or $70/month

60 minute class: $850 per year or $85/month

90 minute class: $1080 per year or $108/month

Adult Classes: $65 per month

Production Fees

The production fees can vary from $40-$200 depending on the production. If you volunteer for any production, you’ll receive 2+ free tickets to any production. Production fees are due in October and March and are non-refundable.

Costume Fees

A fee of $60-$70 per class per, per student and will be billed as non refundable in October for the June performance. This is to assure the costumes we choose are in stock and arrive in time for picture week. There are no costume fees for our late January/early February production.

2022-2023 Theatre Class Calendar

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