Classes occur Monday through Friday in blocks between 9:00am and 5:00pm Central Time. Weekends consist of various professional masterclasses, group projects, panels, and the final showcase presentations on the closing Saturday. Examples of master classes and panels featured during our past summer programing include: Wellness for Theatre Artists, Radical Inclusivity in Theatre, Contact Improvisation, Photoshop, Stage Combat, Backstage 101, and The Business of Theatre - Managing the Delicate Balance.
Select evening programming will occur throughout the three weeks, including trips to Chicago theatres, cultural events, and various entertainment experiences. At The Theatre School we truly believe that “the city is our classroom” and are thrilled to incorporate that into our Summer Program experience!
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided daily for all attending residential student artists. Depending on coursework, students may have a free period during the day.