SCCT Academy
Discover your spotlight with the SCCT Academy—where creativity, confidence, and community take center stage.
The Shelby County Community Theatre Academy offers a variety of acting and directing classes in Shelbyville, KY, for students ages 7 and up. Whether you're a parent of a young beginner or a passionate teen performer, our youth theatre programs help students build stage presence, express themselves, build confidence, and explore the art of storytelling. We also offer 120+ hours of adult education courses.
Led by experienced instructors, our classes include everything from kids' summer theatre camps and Shakespeare workshops to scene study, improvisation, and directing fundamentals. Each session is designed to grow technical skills, spark imagination, and foster a love for live performance in a supportive and engaging environment.
Whether your child dreams of the spotlight or simply wants to try something new, the SCCT Academy is the perfect place to begin—or continue—their theatre journey.
Browse our current class schedule below and enroll today!
No prior experience needed—just a willingness to learn and have fun.
Personal Acting Coaching Sessions
SCCT is pleased to offer personal acting coaching sessions taught by award-winning actor and director Clint Gill.
SCCT will be offering 1-hour Personal Acting Coaching Sessions from Monday through Friday at the theatre. Session times are flexible. SCCT will also offer a 6-session package for $300. Please select your date or dates and then enter your preferred time or times in the survey. The cost is $60 per hour.
Clint brings more than 40 years of experience, education, and training, hundreds of shows, and thousands of performances. Whether you are preparing to audition, working on a specific role, or simply want to improve as an actor, take advantage of this opportunity for one-on-one coaching and education tailored to your specific goals.
“Clint is one of the most perceptive, imaginative and resourceful actors I have worked with. It is a joy to see these gifts being shared in his directing, coaching and teaching.” — Dr. Jack Wann, AEA, SAG-AFTRA (Retired)
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Theatre & Art Camp: Heroes vs. Villains!
June 29 - July 3
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
7 - 14 year olds
Unleash your creativity at this exciting collaboration between SCCT and Gogh Crazy Art! In this one-of-a-kind camp, students will spend half the day in theatre and half in art, bringing stories of heroes and villains to life. This immersive camp blends imagination, collaboration, and hands on creativity. This week concludes with a special performance and art showcase, where students proudly share both their theatrical creations and visual artwork with family and friends.
Tuition: $250.00.
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Directing for the Theatre
Discover the art and craft of directing for the stage in this engaging, hands-on course led by veteran theatre educator and director Dr. Jack Wann, a proud Equity and SAG/AFTRA member and accomplished director known throughout the region. Participants will explore script analysis, casting, blocking, collaboration with designers, rehearsal techniques, and the director's role in bringing a production from page to stage. Whether you're an aspiring director, actor, teacher, or theatre enthusiast, this class will provide valuable insight into the creative and leadership skills needed to guide a successful theatrical production.
The course is $150 and will meet weekly beginning July 22nd - August 26th at SCCT, 801 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY. To register for the course visit this link: https://shelbycountycommunitytheatre.thundertix.com/events/267251
FAQs
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Our classes and camps are open to students ages seven and up. Some workshops are designed specifically for elementary-aged students, while others are geared towards adults aged 18+. Age recommendations are listed with each class description.
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Not at all! Our programs are designed for students of all experience levels. Whether your child is brand new to the stage or looking to sharpen their performance or directing skills, there’s a place for them at SCCT Academy.
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We offer a wide range of theatre education opportunities, including:
Acting classes (scene study, monologue work, improvisation)
Summer theatre camps for kids
Shakespeare and classical theatre workshops
Directing and stagecraft classes
Audition prep clinics
Check our current schedule for a full list of offerings.
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All classes take place at Shelby County Community Theatre, located at 801 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY. Most classes and workshops utilize the Upstairs at 801 black box theatre space but may use the Mainstage or off-site classroom space as needed. Any change in location will be communicated by the instructor to all participants.
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Tuition varies by class or camp and is listed on each class description. Scholarships may also be available for qualifying families.
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Yes! Our classes include a final showcase for family and friends. This is a fun, low-pressure way for students to show what they’ve learned.