Theatre In The Grove offers two educational experiences YAST and School of Theatre Arts

Our classes are designed to allow even the most timid at heart to discover the joys of live theatre in a fun, creative, supportive, and relaxed environment.  From the young to the not so young, and from the inexperienced to those with a desire to expand their knowledge of the theatre, we have the class for you.
     Our school director  is Theatre In The Grove veteran, Jeanna Van Dyke: “I am absolutely thrilled to be the director of TITG’s new school of Theatre Arts!  I have always believed the theatre to be the ideal “play” ground for the imagination, self-expression and creativity.  Every person should have the opportunity to learn about theatre and find out about the kind of excitement the stage can hold for them.”
     To sign up for a class, you may download the registration form from this website and mail to Theatre In The Grove School of Theatre Arts, PO Box 263, Forest Grove, Oregon  97116.  If you  would like more information or if you need a registration form sent to you,  e-mail our School Director at or call 503-359-5349

Registration Form pdf

2008 Schedule Flyer pdf

Class Schedule Spring 2008

     For those without prior stage experience, this class is designed to acquaint the younger child with the art of theatre.  With an emphasis on a supportive, non-threatening approach to performing, the students will have an opportunity to work as a group to discover the joys of the stage.  Limit: 8

        Wednesdays: 3:40 - 4:55 p.m.    April 23 - June 11 **             Instructor:  Jeanna Van Dyke

      For the young actor, this class is a first step in learning the skills of performance.  Through the use of theatre games, exercises, and improvisation, the student will have the opportunity to learn the basics of the stage and take the first steps to creating a role.
 Limit: 12 per session
        Ages   8 to 11:  Tuesdays 3:40 - 5:10 p.m.     April 22 - June 10**

        Ages 12 to 16:  Tuesdays 5:20 - 6:50     April 22 - June 10 **      Instructor:  Jeanna Van Dyke

     What is improv?  “It’s not about being funny.  It’s about listening, responding, and letting the comic moments take you by surprise.”  This class is designed to help you learn how to be in the moment, how to react instead of think, and how to look good on stage by making others look better.  Actor or not, improv is a great skill to learn and tons of fun.  Loads of stage time and loads of laughs.  NOTE:  It is the hope of TITG to build a regularly performing improv theatre company.  It is strongly recommended that people interested in being a part of that company take this class.  Minimum age:  High School, Middle School with special permission from instructor.
Limit:  15
         Wednesdays:  5:10 to 6:50       April 23 - June 11**       Instructor:  Corby Stephens

      From auditions through rehearsals and on to performance, this class is designed to provide young actors the full experience of being in a scripted play. 
Pre-requisite:  Students must have previously taken Beginning or Intermediate acting through Theatre In The Grove’s School of Theatre Arts.
Limit:  12
         Thursdays:  3:40 - 5:10          April 24 – June 12**        Instructor:  Jeanna Van Dyke

*The ages listed are suggested.  If you have any questions about the proper placement for your child, please call 503-359-1927.
**Recital to be held Saturday, June 14, 2008