Move With Me!
January 10, 2026 – May 9, 2026
Ages Pre-K-2nd Grade, accompanied by at least one adult. Every second Saturday from Jan-May.
Education
Join us at our new Education space at 23 W. Broad St., across the street from the November Theatre, for unique opportunities to explore, learn, and have fun.
D&D Script Writing
March 3, 2026 – March 19, 2026
Middle to High school students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm - 8pm. Limited to 6 participants!
Our teaching artists will come to your school or organization to offer courses, activities, games, a reading readiness curriculum, and more.
Rising Star Workshop
Always Available
For Pre-K to first grade and parents. Students and parents will receive an introduction to performance and get to experience and explore their stage presence, playing with an ensemble, and taking direction from a Teaching Artist.
Tiny Tales
Always Available
Children's stories come alive as students ages 3 - 8 delve into the imaginary worlds of their favorite books. Using age-appropriate creative drama, Virginia Rep teaching artists guide participants through an interactive and multi-sensory journey.
Mobile Masterclass
Always Available
Customized theatre programs for elementary, middle and high schools. Bring a subject to life with tailor-made activities, games and take homes thematically linked to a topic of your choice.
Early Explore
Enjoy a blend of science and storytelling for young minds!
At the Science Museum of Virginia
Led by Virginia Rep’s education specialists, these interactive programs feature props, interpretive elements and characters.
Children five and younger and their caregivers are encouraged to explore STEM topics together by using their voice, body and imagination as tools. Virginia Rep will lead guests in story development and improv techniques to create memorable experiences filled with discovery.
Upcoming 2025 Dates: September 14, October 11, November 9, December 13
11 am to Noon
Early Explore is a partnership between Virginia Repertory Theater and the Science Museum. It offers performance-based programming for preschool-age students.
Cost is included with Science Museum admission
Directions and Parking
Offered in the Spring and Summer, Virginia Rep’s fun-filled camps are full of creative exploration and imaginative play. Our theatre camps provide exciting performance opportunities for students K – 12. These camps are designed with the novice and seasoned performer in mind. With instruction by some of Virginia’s finest theatre artists and educators, your dramatic student will have a theatrical experience like no other!
Virginia Rep is a nonprofit organization, and we strive to make our education programming as affordable as possible. Financial Assistance application is available by request. Contact Vivian Schwartz.
Performers Institute Jr.
Summer 2026
For rising 3rd - 6th graders. Designed for students transitioning from Stage Explorers to more advanced camps. Participants will rotate through performance courses, allowing students to connect with one another and their instructors to build a strong and dynamic ensemble.
Spotlights Camp
Summer 2026
For rising 6th-12th graders. A specialized camp for performers looking to get a little deeper into the art of professional theatre. Campers will focus on building their audition package, honing their preparedness for dance calls, and marketing themselves professionally.
Spring Break Camp
Spring 2026
For current Kindergarten - 8th Graders. Each day includes drama, music, dance and a production craft.
For rising 1st - 8th graders. Each day includes drama, music, dance and a production craft. Campers are divided into three groups by grade level (or age) for the majority of their activities, but come together in rehearsals for the showcase-style performance.
For rising 1st - 8th graders. Each day includes drama, music, dance and a production craft. Campers are divided into three groups by grade level (or age) for the majority of their activities, but come together in rehearsals for the showcase-style performance.
Young Performers Institute
Summer 2026
For rising 7th-12th graders. Each day, participants will rotate through performance courses, allowing students to connect with one another and their instructors to build a strong and dynamic ensemble.