Embrace your inner theatre geek! Did you love doing theatre in school? Or maybe you’ve never set foot on stage, but always wanted to try? NCTC has you covered with our Adult Drama Club. Get creative together in these community-minded classes for ages 18+, led by professional teaching artists. All levels of experience are welcome.
Looking to book a workshop for your employees or community organization as a fun treat or professional development? Contact us at conservatory@nctcsf.org.
IMPROV SHOWCASE: Time Machine
Runs Sep 24 - Oct 29, 2025
This *NEW* performance-focused Improv class is all about putting your skills into action and bringing a little time-bending mayhem to a live audience. Each week, you’ll rehearse short-form games and scenes as a team, all building toward a high-energy Time Machine-themed final showcase for friends and family. From prehistoric punchlines to futuristic follies, you’ll jump across eras and dimensions, creating characters and chaos from every corner of history (and beyond). Buckle up—it’s going to be a wild ride through time!
SCENE STUDY
Runs Sep 25 - Oct 30, 2025
In a supportive environment, you’ll work on scenes from plays (think funny, dramatic, and everything in between) and learn how to bring characters to life. Your director will help you break down a scene, make bold choices, and connect with your scene partner. Whether you’re brand new to acting or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is all about exploring. Come with curiosity—we’ll bring the scripts!
GLEE CLUB
Runs Sep 30 - Nov 4, 2025
Remember belting your heart out in high school choir? Or harmonizing in the car with your besties? Glee Club is your chance to jump back into the magic of singing with a group. Each week, we’ll jam to popular musical theatre tunes, learn easy harmonies, and “Sing out, Louise!” Whether you’re a former chorus kid or a karaoke superstar—this class is calling your name. Cue the key change and LET’S SING.
AUDITION ESSENTIALS: Actor Edition
Runs Nov 4 - Nov 18, 2025
New to auditioning or feeling a little rusty? This class is your one-stop shop for everything you need to walk into the audition room with confidence. You’ll learn the basics of audition etiquette, how to choose and perform a strong monologue, tackle cold readings, and put together a simple actor resume—even if you don’t have a long list of credits (yet!).
IMPROV 101
Runs Nov 5 - Nov 19, 2025
This fun, no-pressure class is the perfect first step! You’ll learn the core skills of improvisation—like saying “yes, and,” thinking on your feet, and supporting your scene partners—while playing classic games that build confidence, spontaneity, and connection. Designed for beginners, this short-term course is all about having fun, loosening up, and discovering the joy of improv. Whether you want to perform, meet new people, or just laugh after a long day, this is your invitation to jump in and play.
KID’S PLAY…for ADULTS!
Runs Jan 13 - Feb 17, 2026
Ever dreamed of playing Peter Pan, the Fairy Godmother, or that over-the-top villain from your favorite childhood story? In Kid’s Play, adult students step into the magical world of children’s theatre—this time as the stars! With guidance from a director, you’ll rehearse, stage, and perform the full show, culminating in a final performance for invited guests.
This class is all about letting go, tapping into your inner kid, and embracing the silly, heartfelt, and theatrical fun of children’s theatre—with all the wisdom (and none of the self-consciousness) of adulthood. Whether you loved the spotlight in 3rd grade or never got your chance to shine, now’s the time to play—like a kid!
MURDER MYSTERY IMPROV
Runs Jan 14 - Feb 18, 2026
Love Agatha Christie? Obsessed with Poirot, Knives Out, or Only Murders in the Building? In this twisty Improv class, you’ll step right into the action—where everyone is a suspect, and no one can be trusted.
Each week, you’ll dive into a brand-new whodunit scenario and embody over-the-top characters with mysterious motives. Practice essential improv skills while solving (or covering up!) the crime through storytelling, quick thinking, and plenty of dramatic flair. Whether you're the charming detective or the suspicious baker with a dark past, you'll have a blast building scenes, creating alibis, and throwing your scene partners off your trail.
No experience solving crimes required—just bring your imagination and your best poker face.
This class is all about letting go, tapping into your inner kid, and embracing the silly, heartfelt, and theatrical fun of children’s theatre—with all the wisdom (and none of the self-consciousness) of adulthood. Whether you loved the spotlight in 3rd grade or never got your chance to shine, now’s the time to play—like a kid!
AUDITION ESSENTIALS: Singer Edition
Runs Mar 10 - Mar 24, 2026
New to auditioning—or just a little out of practice? This class is your backstage pass to feeling confident, prepared, and ready to shine in the audition room. You’ll learn the ins and outs of musical theatre auditions: picking the right song, making bold choices, warming up like a pro, and yes, even what to do with your hands! In a low-pressure, high-encouragement environment, we’ll practice real audition scenarios and give you the tools (and the tunes) to make a great impression.
Each week, you’ll dive into a brand-new whodunit scenario and embody over-the-top characters with mysterious motives. Practice essential improv skills while solving (or covering up!) the crime through storytelling, quick thinking, and plenty of dramatic flair. Whether you're the charming detective or the suspicious baker with a dark past, you'll have a blast building scenes, creating alibis, and throwing your scene partners off your trail.
No experience solving crimes required—just bring your imagination and your best poker face.
This class is all about letting go, tapping into your inner kid, and embracing the silly, heartfelt, and theatrical fun of children’s theatre—with all the wisdom (and none of the self-consciousness) of adulthood. Whether you loved the spotlight in 3rd grade or never got your chance to shine, now’s the time to play—like a kid!