CONSERVATORY CAMPS & CLASSES
There are no active camps and classes to enroll in at this time.
Welcome to the acclaimed Spokane Valley Summer Theatre Conservatory! Since 2016, the Conservatory at SVST has served as a theatrical touchpoint and launch pad for young people interested in the performing arts. Founded by award-winning Executive Artistic Director Yvonne A.K. Johnson, the conservatory has provided theatrical training to over 1,000 students. Each summer, hundreds of students are welcomed by our experienced and energetic conservatory teaching staff. All teachers are either certified drama teachers, professional practitioners, SVST performance veterans or college students pursuing their degrees in theatre. Our program offerings include themed “Play-in-a-Week” camps (grades 2-7), specialized week-long courses for middle & high school students (grades 7-12) and specialty workshops and masterclasses (upon availability). One thing is clear - young people in the Inland Northwest have a hunger and talent for live performance. We’re thrilled to nurture that spirit by providing a platform of bright lights and big stories for generations to come!
The SVST Conservatory program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
TESTIMONIALS
"The SVST summer camps fostered my girls' love for theatre. Starting in elementary school, the "play in a week" camps were the perfect mix of acting, art, and fun. As they got older, the Musical Theatre and Acing the Audition camps helped them progress and develop important skills to pursue drama at school and in the community (but still while having fun!). The instructors are engaging and knowledgeable - we felt a special connection when we got to go watch
many of them in SVST main stage productions!"
- Megan Read, Parent
"Our daughter has participated in several summer camps through SVST and has loved every single one. It's often hard to choose from the many fun themes available! The exposure that our daughter has had to all aspects of the production process is valuable and the performances that are put on after only a week of preparation are incredible. We love how the SVST camps continue to inspire her to be involved in the drama community in Spokane. We are grateful that we have these incredible camp options in Spokane!"
-Matt & Cathy Santangelo, Parents