Theatre
Why Study Theatre at Interlochen
Feel the heat of the lights and the thrill of applause. Develop your presence and hone your technique among a close-knit ensemble of immensely talented individuals who share your passion for performance and stagecraft.
Interlochen's world-class theatre programs draw students from across the globe to unlock their potential and tap into boundless creativity. Through preparation and performance, you’ll experience tremendous growth while practicing what you love.
Summer Arts Camp
Theatre CampsArts Boarding School
Theatre ProgramsOnline Arts Programs
Virtual InstructionLifelong Learning
Theatre CoursesThe Education You’ve Always Dreamed Of
Each Interlochen experience—Arts Camp, Arts Academy, Interlochen Online, and College of Creative Arts—brings a unique and collaborative approach to learning.
Learn from Seasoned Professionals
Our faculty and visiting artists are masters of their craft who will help broaden your technique, expand your talent, and prepare you for the next step in your training.
Creativity Without Limits
Both on stage or in the classroom, you’ll have generous opportunities to push your individual craft to the next level. Working within a tight-knit ensemble, you'll learn to trust and support a collaborative process.
Space to Transform
Our facilities and performance spaces allow you to develop in a setting where reflection and focus come naturally.
More valuable than any sense of training you could receive, is being in a community that really inspires you to reach for something higher.
Peter Carroll '17, Arts Academy (Musical Theatre)
Theatre News & Features
Director Michael Arden, set designer Dane Laffrey, and composer Benjamin Velez are among an exceptional cohort of nominees for Broadway’s most coveted prize.
The Swiss-born actress cites her connection with Interlochen Online instructor Ria Pavia as instrumental in launching her future in the industry.
Reflecting on how Ms. Tharp transformed her perspectives on dance, one student calls the experience “the chance of a lifetime.”
Acting Audition Intensive: Presentation
Thursday, June 19, 2025 - 2 p.m. ET
Phoenix Theatre FREE, no tickets required
Songwriting for Musical Theatre Intensive: Presentation
Thursday, June 19, 2025 - 3 p.m. ET
Harvey 1 FREE, no tickets required
Musical Theatre Techniques Intensive: Presentation
Thursday, June 19, 2025 - 4 p.m. ET
Dance Center 206 FREE, no tickets required