imagine…
Imagine attending a public high school in the heart of downtown St. Paul, unlike any other in the country. Learn the skills and techniques to become a professional artist from current working artists. Receive a college conservatory level arts education under the guidance of current professional artists. Prepare for college academically in on-level, advanced or AP classes.
A private school experience at a public school price.
No audition. No tuition.
I had an amazing experience at this arts school! From the moment I walked through the door, I felt inspired by the creativity and talent all around me. The faculty and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, always pushing me to be my best and never giving up on me. Not only did I develop my artistic skills in ways I never imagined, but I also made lasting friendships with fellow students who share my passion for the arts. The resources and opportunities available at this school are unparalleled, and I feel so grateful to have been a part of such a vibrant and welcoming community. I would highly recommend this arts school to anyone looking to grow their talents and discover their potential as an artist.
An important part of SPCPA’s purpose is to connect the students and the school to the Twin Cities professional arts community in a number of ways.
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Congrats to SPCPA alum, Cal O'Brien (2011)! Their theatre company, Loom Lab, is receiving its Atlanta premiere at Windmill Arts with fiscal sponsorship from Fractured Atlas.
"Loom Lab is a collaboration between movement artist Re Edahl and theatre artist Cal O'Brien. Founded in 2017 and born of a desire to create truly interdisciplinary work, Loom Lab uses devising as a frame upon which to weave stories, finding our voice at the intersection of genre, identity, and form. Our desire to devise new work is emergent of our commitment to process and development."
Read more about it on Loom Lab's instagram page: www.instagram.com/reel/DK2XDkTOKEE/?igsh=MXNkY3AyZWQ3aWE5Ng==
More info about Loom Lab and tickets: www.loomlabarts.org/
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2024 SPCPA graduates, Jolahn Ruzsa, Mick Lynch, Aidan Dehler and David Oxendale are already producing work – check out this EP release show, Wednesday, June 25, at Riverview Theater in Minneapolis! Alum, Rachel Howey (2024), opens. Way to go guys!
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Passion @theaterlatteda features SPCPA alum, DYLAN FREDERICK, and 2024-25 SPCPA Musical Theatre teacher and J-Term director, ERIC MORRIS. The production has been called "all-around gorgeous," "haunting, unsettling, and captivating," and "deeply emotional and wonderfully atmospheric."
Tickets and more info: www.latteda.org/passion
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Be sure to catch SPCPA Theatre teacher, Kenzi Allen, in DANCING ANIMALS, presented by @nervous.theatre at The Southern Theater. It is directed by 2024-25 SPCPA teacher and J-Term director, Connor Berkompas. We are told it will be like nothing you've ever experienced before. Tickets start at $15. It runs June 20-28.
More info & Tickets: southerntheater.org/shows/dancing-animals
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SPCPA alum and dancer, LEAH GULSTRAND (2014), is offering a Free Ballet and Contemporary intensive at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance in Mpls, June 23rd – 27th for dancers AGES 5-18. It is specifically designed for students from low-income families who may not otherwise have access to high-quality arts education and training. The program includes: daily ballet technique classes taught by experienced instructors, creative movement and choreography workshops, a final performance for families and community members, snacks provided daily, support for accessing public transportation. All classes and materials offered at no cost to families. Dancers of all experience levels are welcome—from beginners to those with prior training.
Space is limited – apply now.
Best wishes, Leah, from all of us at SPCPA!
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The SPCPA Visual Art Dept. culminated their year with an exhibition this past week showcasing work from the Advanced Critique Seminar class. The showing highlighted the bold vision and deep thinking of the student artists. Visitors had the chance to engage directly with the artists, who spoke about their work with clarity, insight, and sophistication. Check out a sample of the work.
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Yesterday, 20 SPCPA music students walked across the Wabasha Bridge to visit JOYFUL NOISE—a fully functioning recording studio on a boat right in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. This incredible partnership will expand next year with a J-Term project where students will record original compositions aboard the boat. Big thanks to Peter Borne, the Captain of Joyful Noise, for welcoming our students into such an inspiring creative space!
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And that's a wrap!
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Congratulations! 🎉
Congrats to all the grads!
Congrats, Grads 🙌🏿💜
The first edition of the school’s literary journal, The Conservatory Journal, just released! Check out the link. This edition is called “Last Words Of A Shooting Star” and SPCPA Creative writing students LANDRY SIMPSON and LYLA FLUCK are the editors-in-chief. Congrats, Creative Writers!
Link to journal: sites.google.com/u/0/d/1ZZjleqCU1WY2m9qzFieOFkznGHcZZsDw/p/1AF7HVQ8q5CYhsIjoLn3SxhBJrSVvYBhd/prev…
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Congratulations 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟