Tacoma Arts Live

Downtown Tacoma's Performing Arts Anchor

Tacoma Arts Live presents Broadway tours, concerts, and family programming at historic venues across downtown Tacoma, while running a youth Theater Conservatory that trains kids ages 4-18 in acting and production.

Youth Theater Conservatory Programs

Classes and summer camps cover the full theater-making cycle - auditions, rehearsal, performance, and behind-the-scenes craft - for grades K-12. Programs include:
- Kids Korner Theater Summer Break Camp (ages 4-7)
- Theater Conservatory acting & stage skills classes
- Small-group personalized summer intensives
- Production workshops culminating in showcase performances

What's Included

• Instruction in acting, stagecraft, and theatrical production
• Mentorship from working theater artists
• Performance opportunities at historic Tacoma venues
• Flexible tuition with scholarship support

Experience

Students build confidence, public speaking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving alongside performance technique. The program suits curious beginners discovering theater for the first time as well as committed young performers preparing for further conservatory training.