About
Spotlight Acting School offers programs for ages 4 through adult. Students learn through production in full-scale theater productions, and the school also offers a Performance Workshop Series with weekly acting training and rehearsal for a full production, plus summer camps and special one-off events.
Programs
- Spotlight Acting School programs — ages 4 through adult · $105 per month · Students learn through production in full-scale theater productions. Base tuition is $105/month with sibling discounts available.
- Performance Workshop Series — ages 14-adult · weekly acting training with rehearsal for a full production · Open to teens and adults.
- Camps — each summer · Summer camps where kids can come participate and explore their creativity.
- Special one-off events — Offered each summer.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- Price range: $105 per month
About the provider
Spotlight Acting School was founded in 2004 and is now in its 24th season. Its leadership includes Mr. Chad (Dr. Chad Hembree), Executive Director, and Miss Letha (Letha Hembree), Music Director and CFO, with support from dedicated staff and over 30 volunteers. The school’s mission is nurturing creativity and building confidence through theater education. It is a member of the Kentucky Theater Association, The Berea Chamber of Commerce, The Berea Arts Council, and the American Association of Community Theatre. Limited financial assistance is available, and Pay-What-You-Can Fridays are offered.
Everyone is welcome, but each program has its own age range. No experience is needed for younger students. Pre-enrollment is not required to audition. Base tuition is $105 per month with sibling discounts available. Financial assistance is available; families can speak with the counselor and arrangements are handled on the honor system. Assistance may be paired with agreed-upon exchange of hours such as ushering, box office, concessions, building help, organizing, cleaning, set construction, and painting.
Last updated September 12, 2026.
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