About
TOArts offers arts-related programs for ages 14 to 18. Its program list includes TOArts Creators Conservatory, TOArts Youth Arts Leadership Academy, Kids and the Arts, AccessArts, TOArts Presents, Dr. Raymond M. Olson Performance Grants, and the TOArts Artist Incubator.
Programs
- TOArts — 14-18
- TOArts Creators Conservatory — open to high school students · Monday, July 20 through Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10am to 2pm · $250 · Two-and-a-half-week intensive at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center; applications for the 2026 Creators Conservatory are now closed.
- TOArts Youth Arts Leadership Academy (YALA) — high school and collegiate students · October 5, November 5, December 3, January 14, February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, and June 7 from 6 to 9pm; tech the week of May 24; capstone event on May 28, 2027 · $250 · Nine-month program; applications for the 2026-27 cohort are closed; in partnership with California Lutheran University, students receive 1 college credit in theatre arts upon successful completion.
- TOArts Kids and the Arts — Transfoming the lives of youth through arts exposure.
- TOArts AccessArts — Educating and inspiring elementary school children with equal access to high quality sequential arts education.
- TOArts Presents — Uplifting the community through world-class performances.
- Dr. Raymond M. Olson Performance Grants — Supporting the dreams of local artists through theatre credit grants.
- TOArts Artist Incubator
At a glance
- Ages: 14–18 years old
- Price range: $250
- Current session: TOArts Youth Arts Leadership Academy 2026-2027 sessions (Oct 5–Jun 7, 2027)
About the provider
TOArts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public benefit corporation governed by an independent Board of Directors. Its mission is to inspire and elevate arts, culture, and entertainment through presentation, education, and collaboration to provide community support at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center and beyond. The organization is guided by an advisory council of community and business leaders, and its board and staff are listed in its records.
TOArts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public benefit corporation. TOArts is governed by an independent Board of Directors. Applications for the 2026 Creators Conservatory are now closed. Applications for the 2026-27 YALA cohort are closed. YALA has strict attendance and student accountability requirements and is selective. The City of Thousand Oaks provides pro bono staff support for TOArts general operations.
Last updated October 12, 2026.
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