Smokestack Theatre Company Education Programs

Smokestack Theatre Company Education Programs includes Smokestacks Haunted History Tours, an annual historical walking tour led by a ghostly guide through historical Danville, VA locations, with an on-stage version on Sunday. It also includes the Smokestack Improv Youth Showcase, a high-energy hour of comedy featuring local high school improvisers, and the production of Little Women, a stage production of Louisa May Alcotts Little Women.

Programs

• Smokestack’s Haunted History Tours — all ages; parents should use discretion · Thursday-Saturday at 6:30pm, 7:00pm, 7:30pm, 8:00pm, and 8:30pm; Sunday at 2:30pm · Annual historical walking tours led by a ghostly guide through historical Danville, VA locations, with an on-stage version offered on Sunday.
• Spoken Word @ Smokestack — 16+ · November 6 · Open mic format for poetry, short stories, monologues, lyrics, or acoustic pieces; uncensored and may include adult content and mature themes.
• Smokestack Improv Youth Showcase — 9th-12th grade · November 28 at 6:30 PM · High-energy hour of comedy featuring local high school improvisers.
• Smokestack Improv The Main Event — 18+ · November 28 at 8:00 PM · Headlining improv comedy show with mature content.
• Little Women — December 3-13 · A high-energy stage production of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women.
• Songwriter Circle — 16+ recommended · 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 6:00-8:00 PM · A welcoming group of artists sharing songs in a safe space; this is not a performance.
• Spoken Word Circle — 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:00-8:00 PM · Monthly spoken word circle.

At a glance

• Ages: 9–18 years old

About the provider

Smokestack Theatre Company states that it strives to enhance the community through education and outreach to adults and children, providing innovative instruction and creative expression to inspire another generation of theatre artists.

CLASSES & CAMPS: Currently there are no classes and camps available.

Last updated October 26, 2026.