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CapStage Academy
The Capital Stage Academy is an opportunity for local and visiting theatre professionals to share their skills with the Sacramento community. All levels of experience and interest are welcome (adults 18 and over). Develop your skills and expand your performing arts network with Capital Stage professionals. Learn more about our Teaching Artists.
UPCOMING CLASSES:
SPRING 2026
Prepare To Direct with Anthony D’Juan
Class Description: The job of the stage director is to bring a play to life, and the most critical work happens before the first day of rehearsal. This class offers a practical approach to ensure you are fully prepared for day one. In this course, you will select a play to direct, conduct a deep dive into the text, organize your thoughts, and develop a language to communicate effectively with all collaborators. We will also cover auditions, table work, the psychology of blocking, personal responsibility, integrity, and ethics, as well as how to build an environment where actors and designers can thrive. Learn more about our Teaching Artists.
Class Location: All classes will take place at CLARA (E. Claire Raley Studios for the Performing Arts, 2420 N Street, Sacramento) in Studio 130
Class Times: (8 weeks) Mondays, March 23 – May 11, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm
Tuition: $300
SPRING 2026
Audition Technique with Jamie Jones
Class Description: Jamie Jones will help you refine your monologue by teaching techniques to foster entertaining, human, compelling behavior. The class includes one-on-one coaching in choosing the monologue that is the most “you” and then honing it to help you realize your full potential with the material. We will also discuss etiquette, dress for the audition, professionalism, and the practical components of the audition process. Learn more about our Teaching Artists.
Class Location: All classes will take place at CLARA (E. Claire Raley Studios for the Performing Arts, 2420 N Street, Sacramento) in Studio 130
Class Times: (8 weeks) Tuesdays, March 24 – May 12, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm
Tuition: $300
SUMMER 2026
The Motives of the Puppeteer with Andrew Fridae
Class Description: Puppeteering, like most arts that live on the fringes of theater, is usually approached from one of two directions; childlike play or strict theatrical pedagogy. This course will try to compass both of these attitudes, by touching on the limitations of live theatre, and investigating the purpose and power of puppets through a variety of playful and mind expanding activities. This class is designed to be hands-on, fun yet challenging, with mask making, puppet making storytelling and more. Suitable for adults of all experience levels and teens with a serious interest in puppetry or theater. Learn more about our Teaching Artists.
Class Location: All classes will take place at CLARA (E. Claire Raley Studios for the Performing Arts, 2420 N Street, Sacramento) in Studio 130
Class Times: (8 weeks) Mondays, June 1 – July 21, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm
Tuition: $300
SUMMER 2026
Unlocking the Play: Introduction to Script Analysis with Elyse Sharp
Class Description: Unlocking the Play: Intro to Script Analysis is an 8-class course designed to equip students with essential skills for interpreting and analyzing theatrical stories. Participants will explore the fundamental elements of dramatic writing through a combination of hands-on activities, group discussions, and scene work. This course is ideal for actors, directors, designers, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of theatre. Students will engage with a diverse range of plays, from classic works to contemporary pieces, developing a comprehensive toolkit for script analysis. By the end of the course, participants will be able to approach any script with confidence, ready to uncover its layers and bring it to life on stage. Learn more about our Teaching Artists.
Class Location: All classes will take place at CLARA (E. Claire Raley Studios for the Performing Arts, 2420 N Street, Sacramento) in Studio 130
Class Times: (8 weeks) Tuesdays, June 2 – July 22, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm
Tuition: $300
Questions or Concerns?
Contact Education Manager, Logan Germano Heller at lheller@capstage.org.