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At Luminary Theatre Company, we believe theatre education should be affordable, accessible, and transformative for all. Whether you're stepping into the spotlight, working behind the scenes, or honing your craft as an artist, our programs are designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love for theatre. Explore opportunities to grow through youth drama classes, backstage internships, and artist-focused education.

Youth Drama Classes

Fall 2025

Ages 7-10, 5:30 - 6:20pm

In a drama class for ages 7-10, students begin with physical and vocal warm-ups to prepare their bodies and voices. They engage in drama games like “Kitty wants a Corner”, and mirror exercises to enhance focus and coordination. The class then moves on to improvised scenes, allowing students to explore character and theme development. Group, in class performances and positive feedback sessions build individual confidence, and trust exercises foster collaboration. Discussions about theater history and small prop/costume projects deepen students’ appreciation for the arts, creating a well-rounded and enriching experience. 


Ages 11-13, 6:30 – 7:20

In a drama class for ages 11-13, students begin with physical and vocal warm-ups to prepare their bodies and voices. They engage in drama games like “Zip, Zap, Zop", "Bus Stop”, and mirror exercises to enhance focus and coordination. The class then moves on to improvised scenes and scripted scenes, allowing students to explore character and theme development. Group, in class performances and positive feedback sessions build individual confidence, and trust exercises foster collaboration. Discussions about theater history and small prop/costume projects deepen students’ appreciation for the arts, creating a well-rounded and enriching experience. 


Ages 14-17, 7:30 – 8:20

In a dynamic drama class for children aged 14-17 years, students begin with physical and vocal warm-ups to prepare their bodies and voices. They engage in drama games like “Zip Zap Zop” and mirror exercises to enhance focus and coordination. The class then moves on to small scenes, both improvised and scripted, allowing students to explore character development and dialogue delivery. Solo/Group performances and positive feedback sessions build individual confidence, while group projects and trust exercises foster collaboration. Discussions about theater history and guest speakers from the arts community deepen students’ appreciation for the arts, creating a well-rounded and enriching experience.

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Backstage Internship

Luminary Theatre Company is dedicated to providing career support and training to the theatre artists living  in central Virginia. Through our year-long, paid internship program we take aspiring Stage Managers and Directors and pair them with professionals to gain the valuable skills they need to get to the next level. 


Season one internships applications are closed. Please check back or sign up for our newsletter to be notified when internship applications are available again.

Professional Artist Training

To further support theatre artists in our area, Luminary Theatre Company is dedicated to providing training opportunities throughout the year. Some of these are exclusive to our company members, and some will be available to the public. Opportunities will be listed on our website and social media sites as well as highlighted in occasional emails. Please sign up for the newsletter to stay informed!


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