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!
Camps, Classes & Workshops
Drama Center Classes are back in 2024/2025!
Drama Center classes take place after school from 3-7pm. Each class is one hour long, once per week and last 4-8 weeks. Special classes and workshops take place on weekends and in-service days. Classes are $20-25 per class depending on length and frequency. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when registration and information is available!
Escape into the magical world of fairytales! This beginner level theatre class is perfect for 5-7 year olds. As we embark on adventures laced with Royalty, Dragons, and Fairy God Parents from the safety of our classroom, this class will spark curiosity, empathy, and creative problem solving. We will use our imaginations to explore some of time’s most beloved fairy tale stories, and the lessons held within.
Wednesday’s April 16th - May 7th
From 5:30-6:30
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 4-7 | 4 weeks | Price $100
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 open 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. Class will conclude with an informal showcase!
Tuesdays, March 18th - May 6th
From 5:00-6:00
Taught by Addison Hartley
Ages 8-10 | 8 Weeks | Price $200
Designed for anyone with acting experience or who has taken classes with ATY before, our new ongoing series is designed to build on foundational knowledge. Each series will focus on a new component of acting techniques, character development, and theatre movement styles to become better storytellers. We will use a combination of games, exercises, and scene work to practice and deepen our understanding of each new component.
Thursdays, March 20th - May 8th
From 5:45-6:45pm
Taught by Jana Lage
Ages 10+ | 8 weeks | Price $200
Only open to students who have previously completed four Acting 1 classes, this advanced acting class will draw upon all previous theatre experience to build a deeper understanding of the craft. Each series will focus on a different acting component as we learn to apply voice and breath work, text analysis, and movement styles to our character development and scene work. We will use games, exercises, and scene work to apply these developing principles.
Wednesdays, March 19th - May 7th
From 6:45-7:45pm
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 10+ | 8 weeks | Price $200
This Intro to Improv class is the perfect choice for beginner improvisers of all ages and skill levels! Together we will work to build confidence, stretch our imaginations, and establish acting basics through short form improv games and exercises. Get ready to “Yes, And!” your way into this barrel of monkeys!
Mondays, March 17th - May 5th
From 5:30-6:30
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 8-10 | 8 Weeks | Price $200
Only open to students who have previously completed at least one Improv class, this mixed level improv class will draw upon all previous theatre experience and challenge participants to think outside the box. The combination of all upper level classes will allow us to explore larger group exercises. We will explore advanced improv techniques, games, and both short and longer form improvisation.
Mondays, March 17th - May 5th
From 6:45-7:45
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 10+ | 8 Weeks | Price $200
This Homeschool Improv class is the perfect choice for improvisers of all ages and skill levels! Together we will work to build confidence, stretch our imaginations, and establish acting basics through short form improvisation games and exercises. Get ready to “Yes, And!” your way into this barrel of monkeys!
Thursdays, March 20th - May 8th from 11:00am-12:00pm
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 10+ | 8 Weeks | Price $200
This homeschool acting class offers a fun and inclusive environment for students to learn the basics of theatre. The curriculum is tailored for students of all ages and experience levels, and we provide a range of projects, including monologues, scenes, and small productions. Our professional theatre artists lead workshops and classes, with topics that will include Theatre History, Character Creation, and Shakespeare, and as we explore the vast world of Acting.
Mondays, March 17th - May 5th from 11:00am-12:00pm
Taught by Janet Stoneburner
Ages 10+ | 8 Weeks | Price $200
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
Have more questions? Contact us HERE. We will continue to update this page!