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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Get your tickets to see the SPCPA Dance Track Senior Works! There will be 2 performances on the Andy Boss Thrust Stage at Park Square Theatre – NEXT WEDNESDAY, April 30, at 6PM and 7:30PM.
All pieces were choreographed by SPCPA senior dancers – Support their Capstone!
Tickets: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/spcpa-senior-project-dance-concert–2025
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Get your tickets now to see SPCPA alum, ESSENCE RENAE (playing Lillie Campbell Jackson) and long-time former SPCPA teacher and J-term director, AIMEE K. BRYANT (playing Alpha Campbell Jackson) in THE NACIREMA SOCIETY at the Guthrie Theater. After graduating from SPCPA, Essence went to Carengie Mellon University where she received her BFA in Acting. Essence recently retuned to the Twin Cities after appearing on shows on HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and Showtime.
Congrats, Essence, and have a great run you two!
More info and tickets: www.guthrietheater.org/shows-and-tickets/2024-2025-season/the-nacirema-society/
(photo by Tom Wallace)
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THIS SHOW ROCKS! I attended the dress rehearsal on Friday and it was superb.
Love this!! Go Essence and Aimee!!
Tickets for Finale go on sale today at noon in the Infinite Campus School Store – current students, check your email for more info! Finale is at the Landmark Center, May 29.
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SPCPA Creative Writing students visited the Minneapolis Institute of Art yesterday on a field trip for an ekphrastic writing exercise! An ekphrastic writing exercise is one in which the writer responds creatively to a piece of visual art–like a painting, sculpture, photograph, or even a film still–through writing. The goal is to explore, interpret, or give voice to the image using words. This can take many forms, such as poetry, monologues, stories, letters, dialogues, etc. We hope the visit inspired all of you!
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Did you know that local dance company, STRONGmovement, led by SPCPA dance teacher Darrius Strong, offers summer intensives? Each day = 8 hours of intentional training, mentorship, and choreography—culminating in a fully developed 20–25 min work shared with friends & community.
Hosted at the inspiring TU Dance space, this is more than just a summer intensive—it’s a deep dive into artistry, confidence, and performance power. Requirements: At least 2 years of ballet & modern dance training.
More info: www.strong-movement.com/
and registration: www.eventbrite.com/e/strongintensive-2025-tickets-1210218529199?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Get your tickets now to see Frozen at the Children's Theatre Company – it opens next week and runs through June 15. Frozen features 3 current SPCPA students (Amir Byrd, Jon Schumacher, Mason Yang) and 1 former student (Kyra Richardson). It was choreographed by SPCPA alum, Rush Benson. Denise Prosek, a former J-Term Music Director (for Violet), serves as the Music Director. Have a great run ya'll!
More info and tickets: childrenstheatre.org/shows-and-tickets/
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They’re all amazing!!! 👏🏻👏🏻
Have a great run!
Be sure to get your tickets to see The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, at Stages Theatre Company. You'll see THREE SPCPA students, Willa Breen, Charlie Gold, and Daija Scott. It opens April 11. Check out the promo video featuring SPCPA junior, Willa Breen!
tickets: www.stagestheatre.org/the-lightning-thief-the-percy-jackson-musical/
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It's always a great day at SPCPA when we have a guest artist in for a master class. Even better when that artist is an Alum! Shane Larson (2011), who has danced with the extraordinary Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company for many years was with 11th and 12th grade dance students this past Friday. Thank you, Shane – and congrats on all of your post SPCPA artistic adventures!
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Visual Art students from Individual Projects Semester 2 explore the Walker Art Center exhibit, This Must Be The Place, guided by Walker Educators. "The exhibition unfolds over three galleries, with spotlight sections that give emphasis to core ideas of community, the urban environment, and the natural landscape." On view until Apr 29, 2029.
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