Saltworks Young Actors Studio

Saltworks Young Actors Studio offers after-school classes, summer day camps, fall and spring acting classes, and Young Actors Ensemble. The classes and camps include monologues, scene study, scriptwriting, movement, improv, games, activities, and informal showcases for family and friends. Young Actors Ensemble is an 8-week class for students with prior experience and builds to a final performance.

Programs

• Young Actors Studio (YAS) after-school classes — 7- to 16-year-olds · Theater school / after-school classes in Pittsburgh, PA. Curriculum covers monologues, scene study, scriptwriting, movement, improv, and more. All skill and interest levels are welcome.
• Summer day camps / Summer Studio Acting Camp — 7- to 16-year-olds · Day camps where students play, perform, and partner with friends. Students learn theater skills through games, improv, and activities, ending with an informal showcase for family and friends.
• Fall and Spring Acting Classes — All skill and interest levels are welcome · After-school classes to introduce kids to theater arts in a fun, supportive environment. Each season concludes with an informal showcase for family and friends.
• Young Actors Ensemble — Students who have taken at least one Saltworks Young Actors Studio class or the equivalent · An 8-week theater class for students who have prior experience; teaches more advanced acting techniques through exercises, games, and improvisation, building to a final performance.
• Young Actors Studio: Yes... And Improv 101 — 8-15 · Sep 22-Nov 10, 4:30-6:00 pm · Values-driven class focused on quick-thinking skills, confidence, and teamwork through guided improv games and scenes.

At a glance

• Ages: 7–16 years old
• Current session: YAS Fall Session - "Yes... And Improv 101" (Sep 22–Nov 10, 2026); Young Actors Ensemble Fall Session (Sep 24–Nov 12, 2026)
• General schedule: After-school, Saturday, and summer classes; camps and events also stated. All Young Actors Studio camps and events take place at Greenstone United Methodist Church in Pittsburgh, PA.

About the provider

Saltworks Theatre Company is a non-profit, professional arts organization that uses drama to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children, youth, and families. For nearly 50 years, Saltworks has supported educators, families, and youth in Pittsburgh through theatre arts, and the company was originally founded in 1981. Teaching artists lead classes and camp sessions, educating students in theater arts and socioemotional skills.

Process over product; all skill and interest levels are welcome; supportive, positive environment; small class sizes; informal showcase for family and friends; audition may be required for Young Actors Ensemble; must have taken one prior Saltworks class or the equivalent for Young Actors Ensemble.

What families say

“My child immediately felt welcomed and seemed to be comfortable with the low-pressure approach. She’s new to acting and, in turn, I appreciated that this gave her a chance to learn and practice skills without having to audition or experience pressure/shame.” — Parent's Praise for Young Actors Studio

“I really appreciated that the focus was on the process and not the final outcome. It was a very supportive and encouraging environment and made the concept of being on stage and performing very low stakes / pressure and built a foundation of confidence and fun around it.” — Parent's Praise for Young Actors Studio

“The classes have boosted his confidence. He’s made friends and has learned how to work as a team.” — Parent's Praise for Young Actors Studio

Last updated September 4, 2026.