Unlock Creativity and Inspire Growth
with Learning and Creative Engagement
Learning and Creative Engagement (LACE) at Actors Theatre of Louisville cultivates life-long learners. Through arts-based tools and initiatives, LACE fosters personal growth and social transformation across schools, communities, and online platforms.
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Theatre for Students
Our student matinee performances provide theatrical experiences to students from all across the Kentuckiana area and beyond. Fill out our student matinee interest form to learn more!
Residencies to Inspire Creativity
Unlock your students’ potential with movement, writing, performance, and Storytelling (r)Evolutionized! Actors Theatre of Louisville teaching artists offer a range of classroom residencies, in-person and virtually, focused on creatively engaging your students. Classroom teachers will have the opportunity to meet with the teaching artist and our Learning and Creative Engagement Coordinator to prepare for each residency.
For more information, please email lace@actorstheatre.org.
New Voices
For High School
In this classroom playwriting residency, an Actors Theatre of Louisville teaching artist leads students through the process of writing a ten-minute play. Students create detailed characters, make specific choices about language, conflict, and structure, and support each other through peer critique.
$1500
In Person
This program consists of eight 50-minute sessions with an Actors Theatre teaching artist over the course of eight weeks. Classroom teachers are encouraged to give their students additional writing time when the teaching artist is not there.
$750
Virtual
This program consists of five 50-minute sessions with an Actors Theatre teaching artist over the course of eight weeks. Classroom teachers are encouraged to give their students additional writing time when the teaching artist is not there.
Ali Summit
For 5th Grade and Up
Inspired by Ali Summit written by Idris Goodwin, commissioned by Actors Theatre of Louisville. Students will explore the way Muhammad Ali led social change and share their own stories through spoken word, poetry, and writing.
Word Play
For Grades 3–5
The in-person Word Play learning experience is a three-day classroom playwriting residency. This program can also be modified to include more classroom time at an additional cost.
Theatre Discovery
Designed for disabled participants, this collaborative residency combines engaging exercises, creative self-expression, and artistry to help participants develop essential life skills.In a supportive, accessible environment that can accommodate any student needs, participants build confidence, enhance social skills, and unleash their creativity through the art of performance.
$1600
In Person
This program consists of six sessions with an Actors Theatre teaching artist over the course of ten weeks. Classroom teachers are encouraged to give their students additional writing time when the teaching artist is not there.
WHERE DID WE SIT ON THE BUS - A Multilingual, Musical Experience
For grades 8+ and Community Groups
Participants, students, and community members will use the text, Where Did We Sit on the Bus by Brian Quijada as a foundation to celebrate lived stories through an arts-integration, multilingual approach—with the experience culminating in a songwriting share.
$900
In Person
This flexible program can be tailored to your group's needs and schedule. Our teaching artists work with schools, community organizations, and groups of all ages to create an engaging experience that serves your specific community. $900 for 3 sessions, with additional sessions available for $200/session.
Price Varies
Virtual
We offer virtual options to accommodate different schedules and group sizes. Through online sessions, participants will explore storytelling and songwriting while building community connections. Pricing varies based on program length and frequency.
Student & Educator Testimonials
We were also blown away by the staff at Actors Theatre the day we attended a play. They were very accommodating to our MSD students' sensory needs, providing fidgets and headphones and super helpful navigating the theatre. We love this partnership!
Educator from Waggener High School
This activity helped me break my fear. I used to be scared to speak in front of people. Like, really shy. But after this, I'm confident. If my teacher asks me to write another play I would do it easily.
ELL Student at Fairdale High School
Get In Touch
Have questions about how to get involved with LACE or bring these programs to your school or community? Contact us today to learn more and start your creative journey.