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
AVC: Monday Puppetry
Monday is Puppetry Day! Campers will work with Ryan Jackson to learn about acting with a puppet and create a puppet of their own. A perfect day for campers interested in the mechanics of puppets!
AVC Tuesday Costume & Makeup Design
In the morning, campers will work with Ben Layman on special effects makeup. In the afternoon, campers will work with Caitlyn Collins to create their own costume designs. A perfect day for campers interested in behind the scenes magic!
AVC Wednesday Clowning
Back by popular demand, Andrew Silver will lead campers in various juggling, falling, and magical activities. A perfect day for campers with lots of energy who want to hone their reaction and comedics skills!
AVC Thursday Musical Theatre
Come learn a song and dance from a popular musical with Anna Kemble. A perfect day for campers interested in singing, dancing and acting; all at the same time!
AVC Friday Improv & Movement
In the morning, campers will work with Jen Shepard and Larrance Fingerhut on basic improv skills and games. In the afternoon, campers will use their newly learned improv skills to work on their movement choices and reactions with Kacie Gerow. A perfect day for campers looking for new ways to express themselves on stage!
Shrek the Musical
Grades: Rising 3rd through 12th
Monday through Friday 9am-4pm
Dates: 6/23/25-7/27 (5 weeks)
Performances: Friday, July 25th, Saturday, July 26th & Sunday, July 27th
Instructors: Nellie Kelly, Rob Laraway & Rubie Kollman
Tech Track
Grades: Rising 6th through 12th
Monday - Friday 11am-4pm
Dates: 7/7/25 - 7/27/25
Performances: July 26 - 28 at the Bangor Opera House
Instructors: Production Team for Shrek the Musical
Camp Maximum: 15 Campers
Tiny Thespians: Fairy Tale Creatures
Grades: Rising Pre-K through 2nd*
*any age questions, please reach out to our education staff (education@penobscottheatre.org)
Monday through Friday 10am-12pm
Dates: 7/21/25-7/25/25
Performance: Saturday July 26th at the Bangor Opera House
Instructor: Kacie Gerow
Camp Maximum: 10 Campers
Summer Vacation Camp
Grades: Rising 3rd through 8th
Monday through Friday 10am-3pm
Dates: 8/4/25-8/8/25
Arts ‘N’ Kids at PTC
We use performing arts to engage children in activities that can increase self-confidence, self-esteem, focus, and concentration.
Shakespeare in Schools
Shakespeare in Schools is designed to bring Shakespeare into classrooms as a performance activity.
Page to Stage
Page to Stage, PTC’s Dramatic Academy readers theater class, is an ideal fit for young students in the Bangor School District
Private Voice Lessons
Ages: 7 and up
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays (as available) at 51A Main Street
September through January
Tuition: $1,000/Semester ($200/month)
Instructor: Robert Laraway
PTC Communicates
Our expert trainers come out from behind the podium and kick PowerPoint to the curb!