Dramatic Academy
About Dramatic Academy
For 30 years Penobscot Theatre Company’s Dramatic Academy has inspired a life-long passion for theatre in the heart of Maine. During our history, DA at PTC has reached students of all ages through classes, camps, in-school workshops, and student matinees. Thousands of Maine Families have enjoyed youth performances, classes led by theater professionals and gained invaluable life experiences. Dramatic Academy at PTC offers inspiring arts education year-round, with classes and camps available for everyone in your family.
We’re DA at PTC and we can’t wait to create with you!”
All Current Offerings

Adult Improv
Classes begin September 9th!
Ages: 18 and up
Saturday 10am to 12:30pm
Dates: 9/9/23 to 10/7/23
Tuition: $375
Instructor: PTC Executive Director Jen Shepard
Class Maximum: 12

Godspell Jr.
Classes begin September 5th!
Ages: 7-15
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4pm-6:30pm
Dates: 9/5/23-11/5/23
Performances: November 3rd, 4th and 5th at The Bangor Opera House
Tuition: $700
Class Maximum: 20 Students

Tiny Thespians
Classes begin September 5th!
Ages: 5 & 6
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30pm-4pm
Dates: 9/5/23-11/4/23
Performance: Saturday, November 4th
Tuition: $400
Class Maximum: 10 Students

Homeschool Troupe
Classes begin September 8!
Ages: 7-15
Fridays from 10am-12:30pm
Dates: 9/8/23-1/19/24
Tuition: $450
Class Maximum: 15 Students

Preschool Performers
Classes begin September 13th!
Ages: 3 & 4
Wednesdays from 3:30pm-4pm
Dates: 9/13/23-1/17/24
Tuition: $350
Class Maximum: 10 Students




Arts ‘N’ Kids at PTC
We use performing arts to engage children in activities that can increase self-confidence, self-esteem, focus, and concentration.

Private Voice Lessons
Lessons begin September 2nd!
Ages: 7 and up
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays (as available)
Tuition: $200/month
Instructor: Robert Laraway

PTC Communicates
Our expert trainers come out from behind the podium and kick PowerPoint to the curb!