Civic Theatre School: Where Young Performers Take Center Stage
Celebrating 70 years of inspiring confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of theatre through exceptional performing arts education.
Civic Theatre’s Fall Session, Saturdays Sep 12 - Nov 14th, 2026: Grades 1–12
For 70 years, Civic Theatre School has been helping young people discover their voice, build confidence, and develop skills that last a lifetime. This fall, your child can become part of that extraordinary legacy.
Whether they're stepping onto the stage for the very first time or preparing for their next leading role, our experienced teaching artists create a supportive, engaging environment where every student is encouraged to grow. Through acting, musical theatre, movement, voice, and performance, students gain far more than stage experience. They develop the tools to succeed in school, in future careers, and in life.
At Civic Theatre School, every class is designed to nurture the whole child. Whether your student dreams of Broadway or simply wants to build confidence, make new friends, and express themselves creatively, they'll find encouragement, expert instruction, and countless opportunities to shine.
Join us as we celebrate the 70th Anniversary Season of Civic Theatre School and discover why generations of families have trusted Civic to inspire young artists, confident leaders, and lifelong learners.
PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS IF APPLIED FOR A SCHOLARSHIP TO AVOID PAYING THE REGISTRATION FEE.
Registration
Registration For Fall Session is now LIVE !
Need-Based Scholarship Applications Accepted Through August 18th
Coming This Winter
The excitement continues with Civic Theatre School's Winter Session, featuring a brand-new lineup of classes designed to help young performers continue building their skills, confidence, and love of the stage.
As an added benefit, students enrolled in the Winter Session will have the exclusive opportunity to audition for Disney's Descendants: The Musical, our highly anticipated student production. It's a chance to put classroom training into action, collaborate with fellow performers, and experience the thrill of bringing a full-scale musical to life on the Civic stage.
Whether your child is just beginning their theatre journey or ready to take the spotlight, Winter Session is the perfect next step. More details and registration information will be announced this fall.
Why Theatre School?
Theatre education is one of the most powerful ways to help children become well-rounded, confident individuals. Studies have shown that participation in the performing arts can help children:
- Build self-confidence and resilience by taking creative risks in a supportive environment.
- Strengthen communication and public speaking skills through performance and collaboration.
- Develop creativity, imagination, and problem-solving abilities.
- Increase empathy and emotional intelligence by exploring different characters and perspectives.
- Improve teamwork, leadership, and collaboration while working toward a shared goal.
- Enhance focus, discipline, and time management through rehearsals and performances.
- Foster friendships and a sense of belonging in an inclusive, welcoming community.
- Grow their confidence to speak up in the classroom, interview for opportunities, and lead with authenticity.
Education
Civic Theatre School is the oldest continuously running theatre education program in the Lehigh Valley! Enroll your young actor at Civic Theatre School and unlock the transformative power of the arts!
Grow! Civic Theatre School kids don’t just learn how to act but gain important life skills that help them grow. Students involved in the arts watch less TV and display more tolerant behavior towards others! Classes like those at Civic Theatre help foster positive achievement, collaborative-working and critical-thinking skills. Studies have shown that theatre classes can not only enhance creativity, but help develop skills that assist in learning languages and even mathematics.
Learn! Since theatre education is an interdisciplinary art form it satisfies our human need to express thoughts and feelings through written text, dramatic interpretation and multimedia production. The Civic Theatre School, the oldest continually operating theatre education program in the Lehigh Valley, is based in solid educational principles and incorporates many of the elements of the Pennsylvania Education Standards for the Arts and Humanities.
