Youth Theatre Conservatory
10-Week Cycle - Fall 2026
One time
At 40 Acres Theatre Company, our Legacy VAPA Academy students gain confidence, creativity, friendships, and the opportunity to perform in a fully staged production.
$100
Student Progression
Students advance through the conservatory as their skills develop:
⭐ Foundation Players – Discover the joy of theatre.
⭐⭐ Ensemble Players – Build confidence and strengthen performance techniques.
⭐⭐⭐ Spotlight Players – Refine artistry and prepare for leadership roles and productions.
Students are evaluated at the end of each 10-week cycle and may be invited to move into the next level.
End of Every 10-Week Cycle
Family Showcase
Performance Evaluations
Advancement Recommendations
Enrollment for the Next Cycle
Classes: Monday-Friday
Location: 2315 34th St, Sacramento, CA 95817
For students new to theatre or with less than one year of experience.
FOCUS
Theatre Games
Confidence
Imagination
Basic Acting
Stage Etiquette
Voice and Movement
Mondays - Foundation Players
Ages 5-8
4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 9-12
5:15-6:15 PM
Ages 13-18
6:30-7:30 PM
For students with foundational theatre experience who are ready to build stronger performance skills.
FOCUS
Scene Work
Character Building
Improvisation
Stage Movement
Collaboration
Script Reading
Tuesdays - Ensemble Players
Ages 5-8
4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 9-12
5:15-6:15 PM
Ages 13-18
6:30-7:30 PM
For experienced performers who are comfortable on stage and ready for more challenging material. Must audition for placement.
FOCUS
Character Analysis
Emotional Truth
Monologues
Audition Preparation
Performance Coaching
Leadership
Wednesdays - Spotlight Players
Ages 5-8
4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 9-12
5:15-6:15 PM
Ages 13-18
6:30-7:30 PM
Open to all enrolled students.
FOCUS
Showcase Rehearsals
Scene Presentations
Cold Readings
Performance Techniques
Parent Sharing Days
Monthly Mini-Showcases
Thursdays - Conservatory Lab
Ages 5-8
4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 9-12
5:15-6:15 PM
Ages 13-18
6:30-7:30 PM
Open to all levels by instructor placement.
FOCUS
Voice
Movement
Dance
Stage Combat (age appropriate)
Technical Theatre
Musical Theatre
Guest Artists
Fridays - Performance Studio
Ages 5-8
4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 9-12
5:15-6:15 PM
Ages 13-18
6:30-7:30 PM
