Young artists step into the spotlight with LCT’s Altra Star Academy. Designed for both new and experienced youth performers, this program builds confidence, cultivates empathy, and expands creativity through theatrical training.
ALL Participants will need to register for their desired camp with one of the links below:
School District of La Crosse Students- Summer registration through the district is now closed. Contact [email protected] to inquire about registration with the School District of La Crosse
Outside of District Students
AND fill out the Google Form linked below:
Google Form
Mandatory Kickoff Meeting
We will having Mandatory Meetings to kick off the summer that will be required for all students that sign up for any summer course. Hybrid attendance will available using the Google Meet links below.
Elementary School: May 17, 2025 10-11 am, LEAP Center (724 Cass St.)
Link for Elementary Meeting
Middle & High School: June 7, 2025 10-11 am, LEAP Center (724 Cass St.)
Link for Middle & High School Meeting
High School Theatre
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $125
June 30th-July 18, 2025, Monday-Friday, 9 am to 4 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
*Please note the course will break for the holiday on July 4th. The course will then resume again on July 7th.*
AUDITION INFORMATION
Auditions for Once Upon a Mattress will be held on Monday, May 12th and Tuesday May 13th from 6:30pm-9:00pm at the Weber Center for the Performing Arts. Students will stay the whole time and only need to attend one day. Students will sing and dance at their audition so please dress appropriately (clothes you can move in and closed toed shoes with backs) and bring water (we do have water fountains, but our water here has a taste that really bothers some people). If needed, callbacks will be held on Wednesday, May 14th at 6:30pm. Students and families will be notified Tuesday night if they are needed for a callback on Wednesday.
For auditions students will learn a short dance with our choreographer, Bri, and then sing a portion of one of one of the songs listed below. You will also find sheet music for the songs here.
- Male presenting lead- "Many Moons Ago," mm5-26
- Female presenting lead, low voice- "Sensitivity," mm11-26
- Female presenting lead, high voice- "Yesterday I Loved You" mm37-59
- Ensemble role- "Opening for a Princess," mm39-50
We will have a mandatory meeting for all participants on June 7th from 11 am - 12 pm at LCT's new LEAP Center, located at 724 Cass St, with an option to attend via GoogleMeet. We will go over what to expect, procedures, and have time for any questions that may come up
Performances: Friday, July 18th, Saturday, July 19th, 2025 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Course Description: Students in this course will learn and perform Once Upon a Mattress. We may not be able to cast all who audition so the cast list will be decided and communicated by May 19, in case other plans need to be made. Attendance at all performances is required for participation in this class.
Age: For students completing grades 7-12 in the 2024-25 school year.
*Students completing 7th grade are only eligible for ensemble, but still must audition*
High School Technical Theatre
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $25
June 23, 2025 - July 11, 2025, Monday through Friday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
Course Description: Students will work on designing and creating the technical elements of our high school theatre production. This includes but is not limited to publicity, lights, sound, set build, and costumes. Students in this course do not need to be available for performances. If you are interested in doing tech for performances as well please register for High School Performance Tech in addition to this course.
Age: For students completing grade 5-12 in the 2024-25 school year
High School Performance Tech
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $25
July 14 - 20, 2025 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
Performances: Friday, July 18th, Saturday, July 19th at 7:30 pm and Sunday, July 20th at 2:00 pm
Course Description: Students will execute the technical elements of our high school theatre production. This includes but is not limited to spot light operators, sound board operators, run crew, and front of house. Students in this course must be available for all rehearsals and performances.
Age: For students completing grade 5-12 in the 2024-25 school year
Middle School Theatre Performance
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $100
July 21-August 10, 2025, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 3 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
Auditions: Monday, May 5 & Tuesday May 6, 2025 6:30-8:30 pm
AUDITION INFORMATION
Students will stay the whole time and only need to attend one day. Students will sing and dance at their audition so please dress appropriately (clothes you can move in and closed toed shoes with backs) and bring water (we do have water fountains, but our water here has a taste that really bothers some people). If needed, callbacks will be held on Wednesday, May 7th at 6:30pm. Students and families will be notified Tuesday night if they are needed for a callback on Wednesday.
For auditions students will learn a short dance with our choreographer, Bri, and then be taught and sing a portion of one of one of the songs found in the linked folder. You will also find sheet music and audio tracks for the songs here.
Performances: Friday, August 8, 2025 at 7 pm, Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 7pm, and Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 2 pm
Course Description: Students will learn and perform Disney's Camp Rock The Musical- Once Act Edition. We may not be able to cast all who audition so the cast list will be decided and communicated by Friday, May 9th, in case other plans need to be made. Attendance at all performances is required for participation in this class.
Age: For students completing grades 4-7 in the 2024-25 school year
*Students completing 4th grade are only eligible for ensemble, but still must audition*
Middle School Technical Theatre
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $25
July 21-August 1, Monday through Friday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
Course Description: Students will work on designing and creating the technical elements of our middle school theatre production. This includes but is not limited to publicity, lights, sound, set build, and costumes. Students in this course do not need to be available for performances. If you are interested in doing tech for performances as well please register for Middle School Performance Tech in addition to
this course.
Age: For students completing grade 5-12 in the 2024-25 school year
Middle School Performance Tech
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $25
August 4-10, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, La Crosse Community Theatre
Performances: Friday, August 8 at 7 pm and Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10 at 2 pm
Course Description: Students will execute the technical elements of our middle school theatre production. This includes but is not limited to spot light operators, sound board operators, run crew, and front of house. Students in this course must be available for all rehearsals and performances.
Age: For students completing grade 5-12 in the 2024-25 school year
Elementary Theatre AM
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $75
June 9-26, Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 12 pm, Logan Middle School
Performances: Friday, June 27 at 6:00 pm and Saturday, June 28 at 2:00 pm at Logan Middle School
Course Description: Students will learn and perform a kids musical. Please note there are two camps covering the same material that meet at separate times, please only sign up for one camp. Attendance at all performances is required for participation in this performance skills class.
Age: For students completing grades K-4 in the 2024-25 school year
Elementary Theatre PM
SDLAX- Free through Skyward registration
Out of District- $75
June 9-26, Monday through Thursday, 12 pm to 4pm , at Logan Middle School
Performances: Saturday, June 28 at 6:00 pm and Sunday, June 29 at 2:00 pm at Logan Middle School
Course Description: Students will learn and perform a kids musical. Please note there are two camps covering the same material that meet at separate times, please only sign up for one camp. Attendance at all performances is required for participation in this performance skills class.
Age: For students completing grades K-4 in the 2024-25 school year
Summer Scholarship Information
Theatre has a home for everyone, and our goal is to reach as many young artists as possible. La Crosse Community Theatre believes everyone should have access to experience the magic of theatre, regardless of financial circumstances. LCT’s Star Academy offers an opportunity for financial assistance on a sliding scale.
To ensure your child’s spot in class is reserved, first register your child for your desired class session(s) by calling Director of Education Katelyn Klieve at (414) 659-2145.
You must complete an application for each child seeking a scholarship in your household. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
APPLY FOR SUMMER 2025 HERE
How much will I pay?
Awards are given based on your household income from the previous year and your household size.
For example, let’s say you have a family of 3 and your household income is $40,500. According to the chart, your family will be required to pay 40% of the tuition cost.
