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CLASSES

Theatre courses for all ages

Discover acting—either afresh or for the first time. ESPtheatre offers theatre education in Frederick that provides opportunities for actors to explore classical performance, storytelling and collaboration. Regardless of your age or experience level, you’ll find inspiration in our acting courses.

ADULT THEATRE CLASSES
IN FREDERICK, MARYLAND

Acting classes for adults, from university students to retirees.

The Tempest Frederick Shakespeare Festival rehearsal in ESPloft Michael Mason Studios
ADULT ACTING CLASS

Study with us for ten weeks working with scene-study, in-depth exercises and ensemble techniques to deepen artistry.

The Tempest at Hodson Outdoor Theater Frederick Shakespeare Festival Michael Mason Studios
SENIOR/RETIREE ACTING CLASS

This ten-week course offers an unparelleled experience for senior actors ready for a new challenge.

YOUTH THEATRE CLASSES
IN FREDERICK, MARYLAND

Craft for the young artist. Freedom for the young imagination.

Riotous Youth of Maryland performs Hamlet
RIOTOUS YOUTH OF MARYLAND

For young performers who arrive hungry—for craft, for challenge, for the alchemy of becoming someone else onstage—Riotous Youth is a weekly home.

Shakespeare in Love teen edition at Sky Stage Endangered Species theatre Project
YOUTH THEATRE

Our fully-produced youth plays: a chance for young actors, designers and stage managers to create theatre on their own terms.

SCHOOLS & TEACHERS

Riotous Youth of Maryland movement exercise
Host a free guest workshop

Bring Shakespeare off the page and into students’ bodies by inviting one of our Frederick Shakespeare Festival actors/teaching artists to lead an acting workshop in your school. 

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