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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Springboard for the Arts had their annual neighborhood art and community festival, Fall Fest, in October and for the third year in a row, SPCPA theater students joined them to add to the festivities by being resident "air dancers" as a nod to the building's history as a used car dealership. The students helped make the event feel joyful and celebratory.
SPCPA is also thrilled to partner this year with Springboard for the Arts for our Found Fashion J-Term Project!
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SPCPA is excited to welcome two McKnight Fellows to spearhead the Emerging Voices J-Term Project that will culminate in performances at The Playwrights' Center.
Gemma Irish is a playwright, educator, and occasional performer based in Minneapolis. Her plays tend to be funny and smart, with shades of magical realism. She is a current McKnight Fellow in Playwriting at The Playwrights' Center. Her work has been seen all over Minneapolis and New York City, and she is a proud founding member of the Twin Cities Playwright Cabal, a group of ambitious women playwrights.
Marge J. Buckley is a playwright and painter based in Minneapolis, MN. Her work investigates radical systemic change by transforming the serious into the ridiculous, and vice versa. She graduated from Boston’s Emerson College in 2017 with a BFA in Acting. Her play “The Earth Room”, a science-fiction family drama set on a colonized Mars, premiered at Fresh Ink Theatre in 2019. She is the Playwright-in-Residence at Commutator Collective and a McKnight Fellow in Playwriting at the Playwrights’ Center.
Thank you Gemma and Marge for working with SPCPA young writers this January!
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From all of us at SPCPA – thank you for your donation on Give to the Max Day! Your support directly uplifts the artists, dancers, musicians, and creators who make J-Term such a powerful part of our school.
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Get your tickets now to see SPCPA students Sierra Beebe and Mollie Allen in ANNIE @lakeshoreplayerstheatre – the show opens TONIGHT! The production also features Sierra's dog, Moose, in the role of SANDY. Have a great run Sierra, Mollie, and Moose!
More info and tickets: www.lakeshoreplayers.org/annie-season-73
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It's GIVE TO THE MAX DAY!
Please consider supporting J-Term at SPCPA: give.mn/rlz82g
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GIVE TO THE MAX DAY is almost upon us! Thursday, Nov. 20. If you give, please consider SPCPA – your donation this year supports J-Term.
More info & give here: give.mn/rlz82g
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GIVE TO THE MAX DAY is tomorrow! This year your donation directly supports J-Term. Enjoy these images from J-Terms gone by, and thank you for helping us continue this incredible work with SPCPA students.
Donate here: give.mn/rlz82g
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Suzy Messerole, co-artistic director of Exposed Brick Theatre and former SPCPA theatre teacher returned yesterday to teach a master class in intimacy direction. Thank you, Suzy!
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Give to the Max Day is this Thursday! If you plan to give, please consider SPCPA. 100% of your donation supports J-Term.
Read more about it and give here: give.mn/rlz82g
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