NorCal Arts Outreach Program brings high-quality theatre, dance, music, and visual arts experiences directly to schools and communities through engaging after-school enrichment programs and in-school classroom residencies. Led by professional teaching artists, our standards-aligned programs foster creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking while supporting student social-emotional growth and academic success. Classroom residencies integrate the California Arts Standards with core academic subjects, while after-school classes provide students opportunities to develop artistic skills, build confidence, and express themselves in a safe, inclusive environment. Through culturally responsive, hands-on instruction, NorCal Arts Outreach Program inspires lifelong learning and ensures that all young people have access to meaningful arts education regardless of background or experience.
NorCal Arts Performing Arts Corps is a comprehensive 9-month actor training program for students in grades 7–12 who are passionate about pursuing excellence in theatre, musical theatre, dance, and film. Guided by industry professionals, students receive rigorous artistic training while developing confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills through performance-based learning. In addition to intensive conservatory-style instruction, participants gain leadership, college and career readiness, and professional business skills through the Leadership Institute and College & Career Counseling programs, preparing them for success both on stage and beyond.
NorCal Arts Classes & Camps offer year-round performing arts experiences for students of all skill levels through Saturday classes, Summer Camp, and Winter and Spring Break Camps. Three Saturday class sessions are offered each year for Grades 1–3, Grades 4–6, and Teen Improv. Students explore acting, improvisation, character development, scene study, audition techniques, and performance while building confidence, creativity, and communication skills. Our 9-week Summer Camp features flexible one- and two-week sessions, and every class and camp concludes with a final presentation for family and friends.
Check out our upcoming season below!
Testimonials
"I can’t thank you enough for all the help you gave Fiona and us over the past year. Encouraging Fiona to do a “walk-in” for MSU at Unifieds might have been the best thing she ever did. And I’ll always remember the support you gave us."
Tom Ross | Parent
"Thank you for fostering an inclusive program that gave so many of us a chance to use our voices and fall in love with our craft. I hope you know how much you inspire us and how much you’ve taught us."
Dylan Julia Cooper | Student
Some featured programs at NorCal Arts
Thank you to all our cherished partners
A quick peek-back at NorCal shows!
We would love to hear about your experience with our classes, camps, and/or productions!
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