Playhouse Conservatory

Playhouse Conservatory serves ages 6-18. It includes Foundations of Acting, Music & Voice Class, and Dance and Movement for the Stage, with levels structured by age groups. The Fall 2026 Semester runs from August 25, 2026, to December 17, 2026.

Programs

• Playhouse Conservatory — Ages 6-18; each level is structured by the same age groups. · Educational heart of San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre; training pathway designed to guide students step by step as they grow in skill, confidence, and artistry.
• Camp Spooktacular — Ages 6-12 · Monday, October 12, 2026, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. · Lunch must be packed. No showcase.
• The Actor’s Gym — Ages 18+ · Saturdays, Aug. 29 – Oct. 31, 2026, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. · $60 per month · Designed for experienced actors with prior stage performance experience.
• Acting Essentials — Ages 18+ · Saturdays, Aug. 29 – Oct. 31, 2026, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. · $50 per month · For adults who are new to acting, returning to the stage, or looking for a refresher.
• Foundations of Acting Level 1 — 7-12 years old · Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.; Thursdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. · Acting program providing a progressive training experience.
• Foundations of Acting Level 2 — 8-12 years old · Thursdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. · Acting program providing a progressive training experience.
• Foundations of Acting Level 3 — 7-12 years old · Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. · Acting program providing a progressive training experience.
• Foundations of Acting Level 1&2 — 13-17 years old · Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. · Teens only acting.
• Music & Voice Class Level 1 — 7-12 years old · Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. · Structured pathway to develop healthy vocal technique, musicianship, and performance skills.
• Music & Voice Class Level 2 — 8-12 years old · Tuesdays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. · Structured pathway to develop healthy vocal technique, musicianship, and performance skills.
• Music & Voice Class Level 3 — 8-12 years old · Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. · Structured pathway to develop healthy vocal technique, musicianship, and performance skills.
• Dance and Movement for the Stage Class Levels 1-3 — 6-12 years old · Dance program provides students with a progressive foundation in movement, technique, and performance skills.

At a glance

• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Price range: $50–$60 per month
• Current session: Fall 2026 Semester (Aug 25–Dec 17, 2026)
• General schedule: Training pathway is designed step by step; each level is structured by the same age groups, allowing students to learn, progress, and build community alongside peers at a similar stage of development.

About the provider

Playhouse Conservatory is the educational heart of San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre. It was originally founded in 2008 by Asia Ciaravino, Tony Ciaravino, Diane Malone, Rick Malone, Terri Peña Ross, Allan S. Ross, and Chris Cheever. In 2023, it merged with the Public Theatre of San Antonio under San Pedro Playhouse. The Classic Theatre has over 70 Alamo Theatre Arts Council Awards.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the education team at [email protected]. Tuition details and payment schedule are available in the tuition packet. Lunch must be packed for Camp Spooktacular. No showcase for Camp Spooktacular.

Last updated October 18, 2026.