Arts Education at City Opera House
The City Opera House is proud to present a number of educational opportunities for growing artists in our region. The primary goal of Arts Education at City Opera is to connect learners of all ages to the performing arts by offering a range of programs suited to a variety of learner needs. In so doing, it is our hope that participants of every age will find for themselves that participation in the arts enriches, enhances and broadens one's life.
These educational programs at City Opera House are made possible by The Louise Hagerty Youth Arts Fund, MSU Federal Credit Union and Leith & Gloria Butler with additional support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Michigan Arts & Culture Council.
Take It From the Top Broadway Intensive
Take It From The Top is a series of interactive workshops taught by working Broadway professionals who have a passion for providing training and perspective for students interested in pursuing a professional career in musical theatre as well as those just looking to have fun with performing arts.
Hook & Eye Summer Theater Intensive
A unique summer student intensive in devised theater led by guest artists Hook & Eye Theater from Brooklyn, NY. Devised theater invites students to become creators—building stories together through exploration and play—making this a rare and exciting creative opportunity not often available in our region.
Full Tilt Comedy Camp
Improv camp for kids? Yes, please!
The comedy intensive includes two classes of 8-15 students each: one for rising (going into) 6th–8th graders and one for rising 9th–12th graders.
The work usually includes fun warmups, focused instruction on improv concepts, specific game reps, and improvised scenework. Both groups' work will culminate in a public improv show on the Opera House stage for family and friends.