The goal of RLT’s Education Program is to provide high-quality theatre arts instruction in a safe nurturing environment.
RLT is dedicated to the belief that theatre training promotes self-esteem, builds confidence, stimulates creativity, sharpens communication skills, fosters an appreciation of team work, raises cultural awareness, celebrates diversity, encourages respect for self and others and lays the foundation for a lifelong love of the arts. The study of theatre not only trains students to be better actors, it inspires them to be better people.
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This program is funded in part by the City of Raleigh based on recommendations of the Raleigh Arts Commission.
Youth classes are offered in four 6-week sessions, with classes meeting once a week.
Our adult acting classes and week-long intensives are designed to develop theatrical skills featured in our season productions to prepare participants for the stage in a safe and nurturing environment. Our adult classes are all taught by local theatre professionals…
2027 Teens on Stage/Teens Backstage About the Program For more than 30 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has offered an intensive summer theatre program for high school students, combining hands-on training, mentorship, and the opportunity to bring…
Raleigh Little Theatre is proud to partner with the City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation to bring high-quality theatre classes for youth and adults to communities throughout Raleigh! Enjoy the same engaging RLT education you know and love, now…
Come to us or we’ll come to you! RLT's youth education program offers programs that can travel to your school or facility, or exciting opportunities to bring a group on a field trip.
The Raleigh Little Theatre Education Program exists to teach skills needed to create theatre and to live your best creative life. Self expression, collaboration, and imagination guide how we engage students across the program. Financial assistance is available for…
About the Program Raleigh Little Theatre is excited to offer a workshop series for aspiring directors, stage managers, and set designers. We recognize that the Theatre Arts need to provide more training, access, and experience to traditionally marginalized…
Join Raleigh Little Theatre for Summer Camp 2026! In all of our camp offerings, we facilitate creative experiences for youth to connect with one another, express themselves and stretch their imaginations. RLT summer camps engage students as actors, playwrights and designers in developmentally appropriate ways. Registration opens January 1st!
The New Voices Program is a playwriting intensive for adults who identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+. The program provides meaningful access to writing, coaching, and development opportunities, with the goal of bringing more stories that reflect our communities’ experiences and cultures to the stage.
Looking for something for the kids to do over break? Spring Break camps are available March 30 - April 3 for students in Grades K-8.
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We have partial scholarships for all classes taught at the RLT location. To apply for a scholarship, please complete and submit the application form. For more information, contact education@raleighlittletheatre.org.
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These classes for professionals are designed to apply theatrical training to the work of everyday business interactions. Skills learned in this suite of classes include communication, improvisation, active listening, creative and critical thinking, and speaking with intention.