Welcome to the School of Theatre Arts
The nationally recognized Grand Rapids Civic Theatre School of Theatre Arts offers the most comprehensive community theatre education program in the country. We offer hands on opportunities for students to grow in confidence, with an emphasis on creativity and collaboration.
School Year Classes
Fall, Winter and Spring terms provide a variety of acting, musical theatre, improv, technical and dance classes for ages 4 through adult.
Summer Programs
Summer camps for ages 4 through completed 12th grade and the Summer Repertory Theatre Intensive (SRTI) program for students who have completed 6th through 12th grade
Special Opportunities
Masterclasses and special opportunities for all students
Teaching Artists
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Faculty
Scholarships and Discounts
Available for all students ages 4 through adult
Policies and Procedures
What you need to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions
Traveling Troupe
Part of the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre outreach program
Contact the Education Department:
Education Office:
grctschool@grct.org
616-222-6653
Deb Wright, School Administrator
dwright@grct.org
616-222-6653
Jess Luiz, Curriculum Coordinator
jluiz@grct.org
616-222-6653, ext 3
Kait Polzin, Outreach Specialist
kpolzin@grct.org
616-222-6653, ext 4
Allyson Paris, Associate Director
a.paris@grct.org
616-222-6654
Vision Statement
We are committed to artistic excellence through a comprehensive arts education program which builds confidence, fosters collaboration and inspires creativity.