The Depot Theatre Academy is an education and outreach program for artists ages 5 and older, led by theatre professionals from the only professional Equity theatre in the Adirondack Park.

“We believe that youth and families exposed to theatre and the arts are enriched in important ways that add value to their lives in the early stages of learning development as well as later in life.”

MANY THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!

DEPOT THEATRE ACADEMY UNDERWRITER: BROOKS AND JOAN FORTUNE FAMILY FOUNDATION

2025 SEASON SPONSOR: ROGERS-CARROLL FAMILY FOUNDATION

2025 Academy Programming

2025 SENIOR PROGRAM

The Depot Theatre Academy Senior program will once again open the theatre’s main stage season, this time with a production of the hilarious musical comedy THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, with four performances on the Depot Theatre stage during the weekend of June 12-14, 2025. 

 
This program is for young artists ages 13 and older enrolled in school, inclusive of home school and college. It will be led by a team of experienced professional teaching artists, including Gigi Mason, Depot Theatre’s Director of Outreach and Education, live musical direction and accompaniment  by music and drama educator Kim Weems, choreography by Jackie Robertin and assistance from theatre educator and actor Amy Fitts. 
 
Auditions for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE will be held at the Whallonsburg Grange Hall on Sunday, March 30, from 10am – 1pm. There is no cost for participation. Interested participants should fill out the audition form by March 24th. TO ACCESS THE AUDITION FORM, CONTACT GIGI MASON, DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH AND EDUCATION AT gmason@depottheatre.org .
 
THANK YOU to Senior Academy Program Sponsor THE MILL

 

 

ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAM

The Depot Academy will once again offer a three week Junior program for artists ages 8-18. The summer program will be held July 21-August 7, culminating in three performances of THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION on August 8-10 at the Whallonsburg Grange. Details and registration forms will be available online at the depottheatre.org beginning April 15th. Enrollment will be limited and will be on a first come first served basis so please sign up early!

PROGRAM DATES July 21- August 10, 2025

LOCATION Whallonsburg Grange Hall, 1610 NYS Route 22, Whallonsburg, NY

AUDITIONS Date to be announced!

NOTE REGARDING AUDITIONS Audition attendance is not required but is highly encouraged. Any actor that wants to be considered for a speaking/singing role who cannot make auditions must submit a video singing a song of their choice (a capella is fine) to academy@depottheatre.org.

PROGRAM DAY SCHEDULE Rehearsals July 21-August 7, Monday through Fridays 9:30am – 3pm

PERFORMANCE DATES  August 8, 9, 10.

Registration includes

  • Workshops led by Equity professionals in acting, voice, and dance, culminating in performances of this year’s production.
  • 2 tickets to each summer Academy program performance.
  • Live musical accompaniment for rehearsals and performances.
  • Opportunities to interact with and learn from visiting professional theatre personnel.

SCHOLARSHIPS
The registration fee may be waived in cases of financial hardship. To be considered for a scholarship, please contact Gigi
Mason at gmason@depottheatre.org. This information will be kept strictly confidential.

Questions? Contact Gigi Mason, Academy Director of Outreach and Education.

THANK YOU TO THE ACADEMY SUMMER SPONSOR TrailNorth FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE PROGRAM

PARTICIPANT AGES
Children ages 5-8 who are new to the theater

The Depot Academy will once again offer a program for new younger performers this summer. Lovingly dubbed “Munchkin Camp,” this opportunity for 5-8 year olds new to theatre will be a two week experience from July 28-August 7th at the Whallonsburg Grange, culminating with performing with the Junior program as Munchkins in THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION on August 8-10. As with the Junior program, details and registration forms will be available online  at the depottheatre.org beginning April 15th. Enrollment will be limited and will be on a first come first served basis so please sign up early!

Auditions There are no auditions for this program. Capacity is limited and will be first come first served.

 

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The Depot Theatre 2025 Season is generously sponsored by the ROGERS-CARROLL FAMILY FOUNDATION.

The Depot Theatre Academy is underwritten by the BROOKS AND JOAN FORTUNE FAMILY FOUNDATION.

The 2025 Academy Senior Program is sponsored by The Mill.

The 2025 Academy Summer Program is sponsored by TrailNorth Federal Credit Union.