Conservatory Classes
NCTC’s Conservatory has been a leader in theatre education in the Bay Area for over 40 years. We offer classes in acting, musical theatre, and performance in our 3-theater facility. Stay in the know! Follow NCTC Education on Instagram and Facebook.
Questions about registration or booking an interview/tour? Contact us at conservatory@nctcsf.org.
Questions about programming or performance opportunities? Contact Education Director Stephanie Temple (she/her) at Stephanie@nctcsf.org.
Improv Club: Welcome (Back) FREE Workshop
Runs Sep 28, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 5-8
This FREE one-time workshop serves as a great warm-up to our fall session. You’ll meet the Teaching Artists and fellow students and play Improv games that give you a foundation of acting skills. We’ll focus on FUN, FUN, FUN!
Private Coaching: High School and College Auditions
Runs Oct 1, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 8-12
Book one of our Teaching Artists for a one-on-one session to help guide you through the process from monologue selection to character development to shaking off those nerves.
Improv Club: Game Lab
Runs Oct 18 - Nov 15, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 5-9
Experiment with improvisation games and flex your creativity in this fast-paced, come-as-you-are Friday workshop. You’ll learn to be a spontaneous, supportive scene partner in this ensemble-based group where anything (super fun) can happen!
Teen Acting Ensemble: Scenes from Oz
Runs Oct 19 - Dec 14, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 6-8
Dive into this acting intensive where we'll uncover the secrets of Oz, from the Tinman's sentimental heart to the Wicked Witch's wicked ways, all while honing your scene work skills in a fantastically supportive ensemble!
Youth Acting Ensemble: Characters of Oz!
Runs Oct 19 - Dec 14, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 3-5
Join us in this playful beginner acting class where we'll bring the enchanting world of Oz to life, creating fun and unique characters like the Wicked Witch of the West and the Scarecrow through imaginative improvisation and dynamic performances!
High School Performance Ensemble: Twisted Oz
Runs Oct 19 - Dec 14, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 9-12
Unleash your creativity in our High School Performance Ensemble as we put a modern twist on The Wizard of Oz, crafting hilarious scenes like the Flying Monkeys running a TikTok channel and Dorothy starring in a reality TV show, all while having a blast and stretching your creative muscles!
Musical Theatre: Songs of 'Wicked' and 'The Wizard of Oz'
Runs Oct 19 - Dec 14, 2024
Session:Fall
Students:Grades 3-8
Using songs from the musicals Wicked and The Wizard of Oz, we’ll work on storytelling through singing and use easy-to-follow choreography to build dynamic performances. This class is also great for actors looking to expand their voice/movement skills.
High School Performance Ensemble: Play Production
Runs Jan 11 - May 4, 2025
Session:Winter
Students:Grades 9-12
Here’s your chance to work together on a story, develop your character from start to finish, and learn what it takes to build a performance from page to stage. This is a great way to learn how to work with scripts, take direction, memorize lines, and bond with your fellow actors over the thrill of performance!
Teen Acting Ensemble: Mini-Play
Runs Jan 25 - Mar 22, 2025
Session:Winter
Students:Grades 6-9
Here’s your chance to work together on a story, develop your character from start to finish, and learn what it takes to build a performance from page to stage. This is a great way to learn how to work with scripts, take direction, memorize lines, and bond with your fellow actors over the thrill of performance!
Youth Acting Ensemble: Mini-Play
Runs Jan 25 - Mar 22, 2025
Session:Winter
Students:Grades 3-5
Dive into the exciting journey of storytelling and character creation! This class will enhance your skills in script reading, direction following, line memorization, and foster a strong camaraderie with your fellow actors as you share the exhilarating process of bringing a story to life.
Theatre Artistry: Design, Draw, Make!
Runs Feb 1 - Mar 15, 2025
Session:Winter
Students:Grades 5-9
Each week, you’ll delve into a new design medium and create something unique; costume sketches, set design models, hand-sewn sock puppets, or poster design. Or use your special skills for one, multi-week project for a custom experience.