Summer Conservatory
Discover the magic of the stage at ATY Summer Conservatory!
**NEW FOR 2024**TIERED TUITION!
A tuition plan for all! This year we are implementing a new tiered pricing system we hope will help meet our incredible community where they are and ensure that access to quality theatre education is never hidden behind a paywall. We invite you to choose the tuition plan that best fits your family. Tiered tuition is available for our Music Theatre Conservatory and Acting Conservatory only.
Tier 1: Full Cost. This is the highest tuition level and most closely resembles the true costs of running a summer theatre conservatory including all insurances, theatre venue spaces, costumes, t-shirts, rights & royalties, design elements and staff.
Tier 2: Partially subsidized. This is the mid-level rate that helps to offset the basic operating costs, but does not reflect the true cost of programming. The difference is covered by generous grants and donations from community members. Use discount code PURPLE2 at checkout.
Tier 3: Scholarship rate. This is the lowest rate available. It does not reflect the true cost of programming, but allows those in need to participate in the theater experience. The difference is covered by generous grants and donations from community members. Use discount code GOLD3 at checkout.
We trust our community to select the tier that currently reflects their financial state. If costs are still prohibitive, please submit a scholarship form HERE. Pending community and grant funding, we will have an additional amount of partial and full scholarships available. Scholarship decisions will be made by May 1.
Thank you to all our donors, organizations and supporters that continue to make scholarship and tuition plan pricing available to all students. Click HERE to donate to our Grant Fraser Memorial Scholarship Fund and be an ATY champion!
ATY returns to the UAA Fine Arts Building for Summer Conservatory!
Contact us today about a payment plan that is right for you!
Music Theatre Conservatory
Dates: May 28th - June 22nd (4 weeks)
Location: UAA Fine Arts Building
Ages 7-18
Time: 9am - 4pm, Early Drop-off & Late Pick-up Available
Tier 1: $1,200
Tier 2: $1,045
Tier 3: $860
Two shows available. Actors will be cast by experience & auditions the first week of conservatory.
Welcome to Music Theater Conservatory! Prepare for an extraordinary summer immersed in the world of musical theater. Throughout our comprehensive month-long program, budding performers will have the opportunity to hone their acting, singing, and dancing abilities under the guidance of top-tier instructors from the theater community. Students will not only participate in rehearsals for their final musical production, but also engage in a variety of specialty classes designed to enhance their skills and expand their artistic horizons.
At the culmination of our program families and friends are invited to witness the magic of our students' hard work during three unmissable performances. This is the moment for your child to take center stage and dazzle the audience with their exceptional talent.
Don't miss this chance to give your child the gift of a month-long adventure in musical theater. Enroll them in Musical Theater Conservatory and set them on the path to a summer they'll never forget!
Tickets to the final performances not included with tuition. All tickets are $8-10.
Announcing our musicals for SC 2024!
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Acting Conservatory
Dates: July 8th - 26th (3 weeks)
Location: UAA Fine Arts Building
Ages: 7 - 18
Time: 9am - 4pm, Early Drop-off & Late Pick-up Available
Tier 1: $900
Tier 2: $780
Tier 3: $645
2-3 shows available. Actors will be cast by experience & auditions the first week of conservatory.
Welcome to Acting Conservatory, where an extraordinary summer of theatrical immersion awaits! Dive into the captivating world of acting and uncover the fundamentals of this dynamic art form. Throughout our enriching 3-week program, participants will devote their time to refining their craft through rehearsals for our culminating productions, while also delving into character-building exercises, theater games, audition techniques, and scene work. Engage in daily specialty classes that promise both enjoyment and the expansion of their skills and knowledge.
The pinnacle of the conservatory approaches in the final week, where students will have the opportunity to showcase their newfound talents in performances for family and friends. This is a special occasion to exhibit the skills they’ve cultivated and celebrate their dedication and growth. Don't miss this chance to join us for an unforgettable experience that will nurture your creativity, bolster your confidence, and ignite your passion for the stage at Acting Conservatory!
Tickets to the final shows not included with tuition. All tickets are $8-10.
Triple Threat Programs
Triple Threat (1 week)
”Beach Party!”
Dates: June 24th - 28th
$325
Triple Threat Intensive (2 weeks)
”Pirates!”
Dates: July 29th - August 9th
$650
Location: UAA Fine Arts Building
Ages: 7 - 18
Times: 9am - 4pm, Early Drop-off & Late Pick-up Available
Actors will be cast and grouped by experience & auditions.
Get ready for singing, dancing, and acting with our highly sought-after Triple Threat summer programs! These intensives are designed to challenge and inspire our students to showcase all their theatrical talents in a very short time.
NEW THIS YEAR! Students have the opportunity to participate in 1-week or 2-week Triple Threat programs!
During our 1-week Triple Threat, students will be cast, rehearse, and perform a show in 4 days. This is a quick, fun, and exciting introduction to being on stage and learning basic choreography, acting and singing. Students love the fast paced rehearsal process and the chance to be in a show in only ONE week! The program ends with performances for friends and family.
Triple Threat Intensive is a 2-week program where students will spend the first week in classes learning choreography and dance terminology, acting methods, improv skills, diction and voice techniques. Week two will focus on putting all our learned skills into practice and rehearsing for the final shows on August 9th. This is a great option for those wanting to learn more advanced skills for the stage and putting it into immediate practice.
Tickets for the final performances not included with tuition. Tickets are $8-10.
Fairytale Theatre 1 & 2
Fairytale Theatre 1: June 3rd-7th
Fairytale Theatre 2: July 15th-19th
$250
Location: ATY Studio, Turnagain Arts Building, 4105 E Turnagain Blvd
Ages: 5 - 7
Times: 10am - 3pm
Early Drop-Off & Late Pick-Up available starting at 9am and ending at 4pm
Fairytale Theatre is an exceptional program designed for budding thespians. This program introduces children to the world of acting and theater through a captivating blend of wonder, music, and play. The days are centered around play-based activities that include opening the daily "Magic Box" - what will be inside today?, singing, dancing and being silly! Through improvisation, simple acting games, and our magical creative imaginations, we explore how to create unique characters and build stories together. Daily walks to Fish Creek Park ensure our actors get plenty of fresh air and exercise to refresh their imaginations! FREE mini-showcase for parents on the last day.
Early Drop-Off &
Late Pick-Up
Early Drop-Off & Late Pick-Up is available for all programs! Students will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of planned and unplanned activities while they wait for their friends or rides to arrive. Students are also welcome to bring a book or activity of their own choosing.
$5/session
$10/day
Music Theatre Conservatory/Acting/Triple Threat
Early Drop-Off starts at 8am; Late Pick-Up ends at 5pm
Fairytale Theatre
Early Drop-Off starts at 9am; Late Pick-Up ends at 4pm
When registering for Early Drop-Off & Late Pick-Up you must choose “Extended Drop-Off & Pick-Up 2024” from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.
If you need assistance, please email us at admin@alaskatheatreofyouth.org
Additional Information
* Cancellation Policy: All registration includes a non-refundable $50 admin fee. If registration cancelled before 7 days to the start of programming, a full refund (minus the admin fee) will be issued. Cancellations made within 7 days of the start of programming are not eligible for refund.
* Music Theatre Conservatory, Acting Conservatory and Triple Threat are held at the UAA Fine Arts Building, 3700 Alumni Dr. Fairytale Theatre is held at the ATY Studio, 4105 E Turnagain Blvd.
* Students must bring a cold sack lunch each day and plenty of extra snacks and water. Microwaves are not available.
* Details will be sent TWO WEEKS prior to the start of each program.
* Please see our FAQ’s page for more intriguing answers and information!