classes & Workshops
QCT’s education program, open to students of all ages, is dedicated to providing innovative arts education instruction, high-quality student production work, and mentorship opportunities for our community’s emerging theatre artists.
QCT’s friendly and expert staff instructors ensure the highest level of engagement and challenge for students at every skill level; whether you are a first-timer or a veteran performer, great arts education can inspire confidence, improve creative problem-solving, and exercise collaboration skills, unlike any other discipline.
Classes are typically offered in the spring (February-March), summer (June-July), and fall (October-November); special sessions, workshops, and/or masterclasses are programmed throughout the year on a rolling basis. No prior theatre experience is required unless specified in the class description. All classes and workshops, unless otherwise noted, will take place in the QCT Lab Theatre. Enter through the Stage Door on Kentucky Street.
Spring 2026 Classes
Spring Break Intensives
KIDS COMPANY | SPRING BREAK EDITION
Grades K – 2
Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$75
Spend the week at QCT and play fun theatre games, act out spring-themed stories, and see what’s cooking on our stages. Kids Company is a creative play class for kids who love to tell stories.
DOG MAN’S SUPA SPRING BREAK
Grades 3 – 6
Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
$110
He’s half-man, half-dog, and all SUPA COP! Dog Man is back for another round of play-making mayhem this Spring Break—we’ll read a Dog Man story, adapt it for the stage, then present our wonderfully wacky work for friends and family on the last day. This class calls for a mix of teamwork, reading and writing, design and acting… no theatre experience is necessary!
ACTING THROUGH DANCE
Grades 7 – 10
Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$90
Do you love dancing? How about acting? Learn how to connect the dots (or…steps) with this engaging dance class for all skill levels. Students will learn basic choreography and invent a scene where the dance tells the story. Led by Guest Instructor and COME FROM AWAY choreographer Lauren Rotante.
DIY KARAOKE MUSICAL
Grades 7 – 12
Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
$90
Do you have a song that ends up on every playlist? And whenever you listen to this song, do you imagine a story playing out in your head? Of course you do! Come spend part of your Spring Break with us and write a mini musical that features your favorite bop. On the last day, we’ll show off our karaoke jukebox musicals for friends and family.
Spring Classes
KIDS COMPANY
Grades K – 2
Fridays | April 10 – May 1
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$75
QCT’s fabulous creative play class returns! Students will read a new story every week, then act out their own version with costumes (and their imagination)!
SUPER QCT WORLD 2
Grades 3 – 5
Thursdays | April 9 – 30
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
$90
Love video games? Level up your writing and acting skills by creating a real-life game in this fun class! We’ll invent crazy characters, design levels, and write short scenes that—depending on how well the audience can play—might end in a game over.
RPG 101: LEVEL UP YOUR CHARACTER
Grades 6 – 8
Wednesdays | April 8 – 29
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
$90
If you love D&D (or any tabletop game!) and want to come up with a killer backstory for your rogue, paladin, or warlock—this class is for you. Through fun writing games, roleplaying exercises, and sheer creative brainstorming, your character will be the one everyone wants to follow at your next gaming session.
PLAYWRITING
Grade 9 – Adult
Thursdays | April 9 – 30
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
$50
Get that play you’ve been dreaming up out of your head and onto the page! This class will focus on short-form playwriting with an emphasis on structure, dialogue, and creating compelling characters. Even if you’ve never written a play before, you’ll be equipped with the tools you need to start your playwriting journey.
INTRO TO ACTING
Adults 18+
Fridays | April 10 – May 1
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
$50
Have you always wanted to try acting, but not sure if you’re ready for your first audition? Or you just want a fun and low-stakes opportunity to work on a scene? This is the class for you! You’ll learn the basics of stage acting and try your hand at acting out a selected scene with a partner. Absolutely no experience necessary!
Free Adult Groups
QCT IMPROV CLUB
Adults 18+
Dates Listed Below | 8:00 – 9:00 PM
If you haven’t been to our FREE monthly Improv class, what are you waiting for?! This is a casual, low-stakes, drop-in event where we learn improv comedy games, play those games together, and laugh (like, A LOT). No experience, materials, or registration is necessary– just show up ready to try something new, meet some cool people, and exercise that funny bone. Even if you’re on the fence about getting on stage, come by and watch us play (trust us, you’ll want to jump in). Bring a friend! Improv Club is for adults 18 and up and meets in our Black Box Theatre. Enter through the Stage Door on Kentucky Street, unless otherwise noted.
March 20
May 22
June 26
July 24
August 28
October 30
November 20
ACT II PLAYERS
Adults 18+
The ACT II Players is a vibrant group of adults 18 and older who share a passion for reader’s theatre and delight in entertaining their peers through storytelling. If you’ve ever wanted to connect with fellow theatre enthusiasts and entertain your peers in a meaningful way, this is the perfect opportunity! For more information on how to get involved, please email brendan.shea@1qct.org or call the box office at (217) 222-3209
Photo Consent Policy
I understand that by registering myself or my child for class, I grant full permission to Quincy Community Theatre to either use my or my child’s photograph, name, and/or likeness in any publication or advertising materials (printed and electronic, including, but not limited to, brochures, Facebook, www.1qct.org, etc.). I also waive all rights of privacy or compensation to which I may have in connection with the use of my or my child’s photograph, name, and/or likeness. If I do not give consent, I will submit notice in writing to the Box Office before the first class.