SUMMER YOUTH WORKSHOPS 2026
July 17–19, 2026
Theatre B is excited to reintroduce youth education opportunities this summer with a series of workshops designed for young artists ages 14–18.
Whether you’re brand new to theatre or already performing, creating, and imagining stories of your own, these workshops offer a chance to learn from experienced theatre artists in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Over three days, students can explore improvisation, stage combat, character creation, scene work, and theatrical design while building confidence, creativity, and new skills.
These workshops are part of Theatre B’s ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for artists of all ages to learn, connect, and grow through the performing arts. Support from West Central Initiative helps make this program possible and allows Theatre B to offer scholarship assistance to families who may need it.
Individual workshops are $50 each, with discounts available for students enrolling in multiple classes.
If your student is ready to register, click the registration button below.
If the cost of participation would be a barrier, Theatre B encourages families to apply for a scholarship before registering. Scholarship applications are reviewed confidentially by Theatre B staff, and recipients will be notified before completing registration.
Ready to join us?
→ Register for Summer Youth Workshops
Need financial assistance?
→ Download and Submit a Scholarship Application
We look forward to welcoming the next generation of artists to Theatre B this summer. Check out the details below!
This workshop is for you, whether you are absolutely new to improv or already have experience. The focus on the basics of improv will be broken down to help anyone feel like they can improvise (better) on stage. Improv can strengthen the tools you bring to auditions, rehearsals and even daily communication. Ages 14-18. Instructor Scott Ecker (Theatre B Ensemble)
Requirements: Wear clothes in which you can move comfortably.
Date & Time: July 17 (Friday), 6-8:30 pm
Location: THEATRE B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
Tuition: $50 (before discount or scholarship)
Click For Scholarship Application HERE | Click to Register HERE
Come and learn the basics of stage combat safety while learning some knife choreography. Participants will get a crash course in unarmed stage combat techniques like stage falls, punches and throws, walk through some martial arts drills, and get a basic choreography combination to impress friends. Ages 14-18. Instructor: Matthew Dryburgh (Theatre B Ensemble).
Requirements: Wear clothes in which you can move comfortably. Long hair tied back and no dangling jewelry, please.
Date & Time: July 18 (Saturday), 9-11:30am
Location: THEATRE B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
Tuition: $50 (before discount or scholarship)
Click For Scholarship Application HERE | Click to Register HERE
Are you more freely creative when you’re roleplaying in a game than when you’re playing a role on the stage? Borrowing tools from Dungeons and Dragons, students will create and enact characters through strong and specific choices for voice and body, simple costume pieces and props. The goal is that students leave with a toolbox for characterization for a range of theatrical styles. Ages 14-18. Instructor Jacob Hartje (Theatre B Ensemble).
Requirements: Wear clothes in which you can move comfortably.
Date & Time: July 18 (Saturday), 12:30-2:30pm
Location: THEATRE B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
Tuition: $50 (before discount or scholarship)
Click For Scholarship Application HERE | Click to Register HERE
Do you want to be able to read a scene and then make strong/er choices in characterization, dramatic storytelling (including conflict) and working with a scene partner? This workshop is beginner-friendly, but will also deepen experienced performers’ technique using scenes from Qui Nguyen’s She Kills Monsters (Young Adventurers Edition), one of the most popular scripts for youth. Ages 14-18. Instructor Jon Micheels Leiseth (Theatre B Artistic Director)
Requirements & Materials: Wear clothes in which you can move comfortably. You will be provided with a copy of a scene upon arrival.
Date & Time: July 18 (Saturday), 3-5:00pm
Location: THEATRE B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
Tuition: $50 (before discount or scholarship)
Click For Scholarship Application HERE | Click to Register HERE
This workshop will give you the opportunity to work with a design team to create a fresh take on a classic fairytale. You will learn the basics of creating concepts in the areas of costume, lighting and scenic design. The communication and collaboration skills can strengthen any creative group project. Ages 14-18. Instructor Bekah Fornes (Theatre B Technical Director)
Materials: Bring a sketch/notebook and/or a laptop.
Date & Time: July 18 (Saturday), 3-5:00pm
Location: THEATRE B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
Tuition: $50 (before discount or scholarship)
Click For Scholarship Application HERE | Click to Register HERE