SPRING & SUMMER WORKSHOPS ARE HERE

Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré is excited for our spring and summer 2025 education program workshops! Along with the Student Matinee Series that provides complimentary tickets to Le Petit productions to schools without access in the Greater New Orleans area, the Young Conservatory and Workforce Development Program are expanding options for interested students to train in all aspects of theatre arts.

“Educating young people has been central to Le Petit’s mission for over 100 years. We are thrilled to continue this long tradition of involving students in creating theatre and developing the next generation of live theatre performers, technicians, and connoisseurs.”
– Don-Scott Cooper, Producing Executive Director

Registration is now open for these upcoming spring and summer workshops:

	THE SCENIC DESIGNER’S TOOLBOX – Ages 11 and up Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4; 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Classes held at Le Petit Theatre Unleash your inner artist and become a stage designer for the weekend! Join us for The Scenic Designer’s Toolbox, where you’ll bring the magic of the theater to life in miniature. Inspired by the wonderful world of Le Petit, you’ll learn fun techniques to design and build your layered mini set with ProFab Education. Learn how to use a laser cutter and explore your creativity with wood, cardboard, acrylic, and more. Together, we will construct a tiny theatrical world ready for its own amazing story. Don’t miss this exciting hands-on adventure! Tuition: $150. Max 10 students.  RESERVE YOUR SPOT About ProFab Education ProFab Education brings the magic of fabrication to classrooms and after-school programs, empowering young minds to turn their wildest ideas into reality using traditional and advanced manufacturing techniques. Visit www.profabed.org to learn more.
	STAGE MANAGEMENT BOOT CAMP – Ages 16 and up Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25; 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Classes held at Le Petit Theatre  Stage Management is one of the most critical roles in any theatre production. In this two-day workshop, students will learn core techniques for script analysis, production communication, rehearsal tracking, and technical coordination. Perfect for aspiring theater professionals and students seeking practical tools to become confident, organized stage managers who keep productions running smoothly. Tuition $150. RESERVE YOUR SPOT
	Le Petit Theatre’s SUMMER STUDENT THEATRE featuring Slowpoke! The True Story of a Tortoise and Hare by Ethan Andersen June 23 – July 18 (no classes July 3-4); Classes held at Le Petit Theatre Performances Friday, July 18 at 7 PM; Saturday, July 19 at 7 PM; and Sunday, July 20 at 3 PM This summer LPT’s Workforce Development program for technical theatre and our Young Conservatory program for student performers will combine creative forces to present the new musical Slowpoke! The True Story of a Tortoise and Hare by New Orleans native Ethan Andersen.  In the mornings, Workforce Development students will learn from industry professionals in areas of scenic design, painting, costuming, prop making, lighting, and sound in order to design, construct, and run the Slowpoke! production.  In the afternoons, Young Conservatory students will gather to learn performance techniques and rehearse Slowpoke! under the direction of LPT Artistic Director A.J. Allegra. Students can participate in one or both programs depending on their interest and availability. Workforce Development Intensive (for technical theatre) June 23 – July 18 (no classes July 3-4) 9 AM – 12 PM; Monday – Friday Ages: Rising 8th – 12th graders Tuition $300 Limit 20 students RESERVE YOUR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPOT   Young Conservatory Intensive (for acting) June 23 – July 18 (no classes July 3-4) 12:30 PM – 4 PM; Monday – Friday* Ages: Rising 3rd – 12th graders Tuition $500 *note that on our final week, we may request to rehearse until 5 or 6 PM, depending on production needs Limit 40 students RESERVE YOUR YOUNG CONSERVATORY SPOT

Financial Aid is available for all workshops. Email A.J. Allegra for details.

None of these workshops would be possible without the support of these amazing organizations: the New Orleans Theatre Association (NOTA), the Favrot-Van Horn Fund, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund, the Rosemary B. and Brunswick G. Deutsch Foundation, and the Ella West Freeman Foundation.

Register today for these Young Conservatory and Workforce Development Program workshops at the links above.

About Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré: Located in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans, Le Petit Theatre, a 501(c)3 organization, serves our community by inspiring a love of live theater. We present the highest quality theatrical performances to entertain and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the vitality of the arts community. For more information, visit LePetitTheatre.com.

Le Petit Theatre embraces the work of the city’s professional artists both onstage and backstage, all while nurturing and mentoring up-and-coming talent with its array of outreach programs. Under the leadership of Producing Executive Director Don-Scott Cooper, Artistic Director A.J. Allegra, and a Board of Governors, Le Petit Theatre has played an important role in our nation’s and city’s theatrical history since 1916.

We believe there is no greater joy than watching a child have their first theatrical experience. By introducing children to theatre at an early age, we help them to develop critical thinking skills, increase their overall school performance, and help them develop into sentient and empathetic adults.

Le Petit Theatre has a long tradition of welcoming children through its doors dating back through most of its 108-year history, and in our 24/25 season, we are reaffirming our commitment to education. Not only will we grow our student matinee program to bring more students without access to theatre through our doors, but we will commit to having young people onstage, backstage, and fully integrated into the artistic process.

Le Petit Theatre’s Education Program is supported by a grant from the New Orleans Theatre Association (NOTA), the Favrot-Van Horn Fund, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, the New Orleans Recreation and Culture Fund, the Rosemary B. and Brunswick G. Deutsch Foundation, and the Ella West Freeman Foundation.