Classes & Workshops

Theatre in the Round offers pay-what-you-can workshops and seminars with veteran designers, guest artists, and others as part of its mission to develop the theatre arts in the community.

For more information or to inquire about accessibility, email Toni@theatreintheround.org.

2026-2027 Workshops

Registration is open for 2026-2027 classes with more being added soon! Classes are at a sliding scale, with a $5 minimum per session (i.e. a 2-session class would be minimum $10). If the minimum registration fee is a barrier for you, email Toni@theatreintheround.org for a free class code.

Safe Zones

Classes designated with a rainbow are taught by instructors who are Safe Zone Trained and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ Community. These classes are open to anyone, regardless of identity.

Theatre Policies

All instructors policies must follow theatre policies on Anti-Discrimination and Non-Harassment, Code of Conduct, Minors and Child Protection.

MINOR PARTICIPANTS: Any registrant under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. See individual classes for age restrictions.

Acting Workshops

Curious about acting? Looking to practice your skills in-between shows? Want to learn a new technique? Check out our acting workshops. See below for dates and details. Register for each date individually.

Access Note: These classes are taught in spaces that are fully wheelchair accessible. With any other accessibility requests or questions, email Toni@theatreintheround.org.

Costume Workshops

Want to learn how to use a sewing machine? Stitch a button? Research an era of fashion? Check out our Costume Workshops for a variety of skills levels and experience. Register for each date individually.

Access Note: These courses are typically taught in our downstairs Costume Shop with no elevator access. Contact Toni@theatreintheround.org with accessibility questions or requests.

Directing Workshops

Curious about what goes into directing? We offer rotating workshops for different directing levels.

Directing Roundtables offer a time for local theatre directors of any level of experience to share ideas, get support, and build community in what is often a lonely job. Topics change monthly.

Access Note: These workshops are taught in fully wheelchair accessible areas. With any other accessibility requests or questions, email Toni@theatreintheround.org.

Lighting Workshops

Want to learn more about theatrical lighting? Register for each date individually.

Access Note: Workshop rooms vary, contact Toni@theatreintheround.org with accessibility questions or requests.

Other Theatre Workshop

Curious about stage combat or weapons? Theatrical safety or intimacy? Puppetry? Look no further!

Access Note: Workshop rooms vary, contact Toni@theatreintheround.org with accessibility questions or requests.

Set Workshops

Want to learn more about building, painting, or designing sets? We have a variety of workshops for all levels of experience. Register for each date individually.

Access Note: Workshop rooms vary, contact Toni@theatreintheround.org with accessibility questions or requests.

Stage Management Workshops

Ever wondered if you could be a stage manager or what they do? SMs are the communications hub for the company, must stay calm under pressure, and problem-solve constantly to ensure smooth and efficient rehearsals and performances. Attend our workshops to find out if this high-pressure, fast-paced environment with long hours and major organizing is for you.

Access Note: Workshop rooms vary, contact Toni@theatreintheround.org with accessibility questions or requests.

Check back soon for 2026-2027 Stage Management classes & workshops!

Thank you!

These activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Podcasts

Listen to a library of podcasts on a variety of TRP theatre topics, including:

Leading a Volunteer Tech Crew on December 7, 2019
Directors’ Panel: Miriam Monasch & Dan Foss on October 19, 2019
The Mechanics of Stage Managing on January 12, 2019
Directors’ Panel: Kari Steinbach & Seth Kaltwasser on November 17, 2018
Directors’ Panel: Mary Cutler & Brian Joyce on October 13, 2018
Intro to Scenic Design on May 12, 2018
A Stage Manager’s Calling on March 3, 2018
Color Theory on November 18, 2017
Props to the Prop Designer (part two!) on October 28, 2017
Props to the Prop Designer on September 30, 2017
Lighting in the Round Panel Discussion on May 13, 2017
Auditioning Panel Discussion on September 26, 2016
Scenic Design and Direction Panel Discussion on May 9, 2016