Step into the spotlight at our Theatre Camp! Campers will build confidence and performance skills through exciting games and exercises such as storytelling, improvisation, musical theatre dance, and acting. With guidance from experienced instructors, they’ll collaborate to rehearse and perform One Act Plays to showcase to family and friends on the final day (June 13th). Camp fee covers the cost of all materials and a commemorative t-shirt that the campers will wear in the showcase. It’s a session full of creativity, teamwork, and fun, ending with a show-stopping performance you won’t want to miss!

Campers will experience the magic of theatre and self-expression while being on stage and using props and costumes.

Lots of laughter! Explorations in improvisational comedy by using: theater games including acting out quick scenes, creatively inventing new uses for odd objects, movement, expression, playing off other people and timing. Laughter and fun are our goals! Increased confidence in public speaking and performance. Learn to be quick on their feet. Explore vocal variety. Shared experiences with new friends. Lots of healthy laughter! (Ages 13 – 18)

Metro Theater Company and Saint Louis University invite high school students to explore advanced acting, movement, improvisation, stage combat, and audition techniques with professional theater artists! Students will have access to SLU’s college level facilities as they create original work and perform scenes and monologues. Students will also have the opportunity to attend workshops with Metro Theater Company's staff. All skill levels are welcome. Lunch will be provided daily by SLU dining. There will be a performance for family and friends on the last day of camp.

From improvisation to scene study to physical choices, during our week together we’ll have fun learning advanced acting techniques to bring vivid characters to life on stage. Students will gain specific skills and build knowledge from theatre faculty and through peer analysis that will help them prepare for their next audition or role. An intensive theatrical week that’s sure to result in a big step forward for anyone interested in acting!

Campers will experience the magic of theatre and self-expression while being on stage and using props and costumes.

Lots of laughter! Explorations in improvisational comedy by using: theater games including acting out quick scenes, creatively inventing new uses for odd objects, movement, expression, playing off other people and timing. Laughter and fun are our goals! Increased confidence in public speaking and performance. Learn to be quick on their feet. Explore vocal variety. Shared experiences with new friends. Lots of healthy laughter! (Ages 13 – 18)

This class will teach the fundamentals of theatre to children ages 13-18 years old. They will learn concepts such as projection, audition skills, improvisation, memorization, performing in front of peers, diction, confidence, teamwork, characterization, and so much more. We will spend class time learning these foundational concepts concurrent with rehearsals for the show in which this class will culminate. Students will benefit from this class through not only all of the skills they will obtain in relation to theatre, but also, real life interactions, empathy, and collaboration. (Ages 13-18)

In this semester-long course your student will learn more about the art of comedy and improvisational techniques. Your student will understand how to think on their feet, create believable characters, and be confident on stage.

Do you have a future Movie Star at home? In this class, your student will learn the ‘ins and outs’ of the film industry. By the end of this course your student will have a greater understanding of the focus, physicality, and presence needed for the big screen! We recommend completing one or more of our introductory courses (such as Intro to Acting) before enrolling in this class.

Throughout the semester your student will learn the foundations of acting in this introductory level course. Students will learn about stage directions, character development, memorization, scene study, and monologue performance.

Throughout the semester your student will learn the foundations of acting in this introductory level course. Students will learn about stage directions, character development, memorization, scene study, and monologue performance.

Do you aspire to have an on-camera career? In this class, your student will learn all of the ‘ins and outs’ of the film industry, and by the end, your student will have a greater understanding of the focus, physicality, and presence needed for the big screen! We recommend completing one or more of our introductory or leveled courses (Intro to Acting or Stage Acting) before enrolling in this class.

Have you wanted to try acting, but are intimidated by auditioning? Do you have experience auditioning but want to take the next step? This high school institute is for you! This institute will introduce students to the process of auditioning for theatre, film, television, and commercials. Subjects presented will include: headshot/resume building, auditioning technique, how to get auditions, and more!

In this intensive summer film camp, students aged 14-17 are introduced to the filmmaking and content creation process. Under the guidance of expert instructors, aspiring visual storytellers learn how to make a short film, building skills in visual storytelling and film production. No experience is required to attend.