ATY’s Drama Center
ATY offers classes, workshops, Play in a Day, spring & winter break camps, and in-service
programming throughout the school year - with offerings for all ages and skill levels!
All classes take place at 4105 Turnagain Blvd in the Turnagain Arts Building in Spenard (unless indicated otherwise). Enter through the SOUTH ENTRANCE (the outside entrances are labeled) and ATY is immediately to the right and left.
We believe everyone should be able to access arts programming. We have a no-questions-asked 50% discount for all of our Drama Center Classes. Use code ATY at checkout for the discount. Please scroll down for our FAQ’s about Drama Center!
Drama Center Classes
are BACK!
Drama Center classes take place after school from 4-8pm. Each class is one hour long, once per week and last 4-8 weeks. We also offer select Homeschool classes during the school day. Special classes and workshops take place on weekends and in-service days. Classes are $20-25 per class depending on length and frequency. Programming available for students ages 4-18.
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Camps, Classes & Workshops
Once Upon a Spring Break Camp!
Step into a world of magic and make-believe! Performers will explore classic and modern fairytales through acting, movement, voice, and creative play. Performers will have the option to choose between a Musical Theatre or Acting track and will spend the week will building confidence, engaging their imagination, and bringing enchanted characters and stories to life. Our week will culminate in a sharing for family and friends.
Dates: March 9-13 from 9am-4pm
Ages: 8-16
Cost: $250
Location: UAA Fine Arts Building
Monday Classes
Step into a world of spontaneity and laughter! This Intro to Improv class encourages young performers to think on their feet and unleash their creativity through fun games and exercises. Students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation, including character building, storytelling, and quick thinking, all while fostering teamwork and confidence. Discover the joy of performing without a script and get ready to “Yes, And!” your way into this barrel of monkeys!
When: Mondays, March 16 - April 27 from 11:00am-12:00pm. (Class will not met 4/6.)
Ages: 8-18
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Intro to Acting
Brand new to acting and the wide world of theatre? Step out of your comfort zone to explore the very basics of theatre in an opening and encouraging class environment. Together we will learn how to use our bodies, voices, and imaginations to create characters and tell stories, and promote the confidence needed to do so in front of an audience of our peers. This class serves as a wonderful opportunity to shape the foundation for further acting training.
When: Mondays, March 16 - April 27 from 11:00am-12:00pm. (Class will not met 4/6.)
Ages: 8-12
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Acting Level 1
Ready to delve deeper into your craft? Acting 1 is the perfect place to challenge yourself to go beyond the basics of acting to truly embody a character and tell their story. Together we will work on script analysis, character work, diction, emotional honesty, and movement. This class will use a combination of monologues (solo storytelling) and scene work (group storytelling.) Welcome to the next step in building your actors toolbox!
When: Mondays, March 16 - April 27 from 11:00am-12:00pm. (Class will not met 4/6.)
Ages: 8-14
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Tuesday Classes
Intro to Improv
Step into a world of spontaneity and laughter! This Intro to Improv class encourages young performers to think on their feet and unleash their creativity through fun games and exercises. Students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation, including character building, storytelling, and quick thinking, all while fostering teamwork and confidence. Discover the joy of performing without a script and get ready to “Yes, And!” your way into this barrel of monkeys!
When: Tuesdays, March 24 - April 28 from 5:30-6:30pm
Ages: 8-12
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Advanced Improv (Ages 13+)
This Advanced Improv class is perfect for students with previous improv experience! Students will build upon the fundamentals of improvisation, and explore both short and long form improv! It's the perfect opportunity to make new friends, boost self-esteem, and discover the joy of performing without a script. No preparation necessary, just bring your imagination!
When: Tuesdays, March 24 - April 28 from 6:45-7:45pm
Ages: 13-18
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Wednesday Classes
Whether you’re brand new to acting and the wide world of theatre or a seasoned actor, Homeschool Acting has something for you! Step out of your comfort zone to explore the very basics of theatre in an opening and encouraging class environment. Together we will learn how to use our bodies, voices, and imaginations to create characters and tell stories, and promote the confidence needed to do so in front of an audience of our peers. This class serves as a wonderful opportunity to build and shape the foundation for further acting training, specifically designed for our homeschool actors.
When: Wednesdays, March 25th - April 29th from 11:00-12:00pm.
Ages: 8-18
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Advanced Improv (Ages 12-)
This Advanced Improv class is perfect for students with previous improv experience! Students will build upon the fundamentals of improvisation, and explore both short and long form improv! It's the perfect opportunity to make new friends, boost self-esteem, and discover the joy of performing without a script. No preparation necessary, just bring your imagination!
When: Wednesdays, March 25 - April 29 from 5:30-6:30pm
Ages: 8-12
Teaching Artist: Janet Stoneburner
Cost: $150 (6 Week Class)
Thursday Classes
More Classes to Come!
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Alaska Theatre of Youth is committed to keeping Theatre Education accessible to all! Thanks to generous community sponsors and individual donors, we are able to maintain a robust scholarship fund. If your family is experiencing a financial barrier to attend classes, please use the discount code ATY at checkout for a no-questions-asked 50% discount on all Drama Center courses.
For further scholarships, please fill out a Scholarship Application at your earliest convenience!
Drama Center FAQ’s
What is Drama Center?
Drama Center encompasses all of ATY’s after school classes, in-service programming, spring and winter break programming, special classes and workshops, and more!
Where do Drama Center classes take place?
Most classes take place at our studio in the Turnagain Arts Building. 4105 Turnagain Blvd. Classes not taking place in the ATY studio will be noted directly in the class description and on the registration page.
I signed up for a 4-week session, will this class take place again next month?
Improv, Acting and Fairytale afterschool classes are recurring classes that happen every month in 4-6 week sessions. Specialty classes like puppetry, stage combat, dance, music theatre and others may only run for a limited number of weeks.
What is your EIN number and can I get a receipt for my classes purchase?
Our EIN is 92-0102436. If you need a receipt for your purchase, please email admin@alaskatheatreofyouth.org
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