About Our Academy

The Fox Valley Repertory Performing Arts Academy is a non-profit organization. Our academy features some of the Chicago area’s most respected teachers, directors, actors and musicians. Classes are for adults, children and business professionals looking to learn from the people who are working at what they love do.

 

Research shows that young people who participate in the arts for at least three hours on three days each week for one full year or more are:
  4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement
3 times more likely to be elected to class office
    4 times more likely to participate in a math and science fair
    3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance
    4 times more likely to win an award for writing an essay or poem
 

Our open enrollment policy allows anyone to enter our programs regardless of previous experience. Our instructors specialize in challenging and developing students no matter what level they are at when they enter. Participants learn by doing, not only from the instructor but also from each other. Scholarships are available for families in need.

All classes will take place at Fox Valley Repertory in St. Charles. Call 630-364-0550 or email education@foxvalleyrep.org with questions
 

In addition, young arts participants as compared with their peers
are more likely to:
  Read for pleasure nearly twice as often
    Participate in youth groups nearly four times as frequently
    Perform community service nearly twice as often
 

Fox Valley Repertory is Operated by Theatre Industry Professionals
  Fox Valley Repertory is the premier, award-winning, non-profit arts organization and professional theatre in the Fox Valley area
    Largest non-profit theatre producer in the western suburbs
    Four-star Chicago theatre in the western suburbs
    Member of the League of Chicago Theaters
    Professional equity performances
    All productions directed and designed by leading Chicago-theatre professionals
       
 

Fox Valley Repertory Facilities
   

 Located within the largest entertainment facility in the Midwest
    3 stages:  Main Stage, Studio Stage and New Orleans Ballroom Stage
    State-of-the-art sound and lighting systems
    The Main Stage is a newly renovated, $4.5 million theatre offering 320 stadium style seats.  Every seat is a good seat!
    Pheasant Run Resort connection with restaurants for all budgets and hotel with amenities such as indoor pool, golf and spa.
    Easy access to Charlestown Mall and downtown St. Charles
       
  Programs and Curriculums
   

Educational based programs introduce students to a variety of acting techniques including professional choreography and music direction.
    Offers exposure to the arts and professional artists, hands-on learning and traditional theatrical training
    Taught by experienced theatre professionals
    Programs are divided into age groups to allow everyone a chance to shine
    Small classes offer individual attention and plenty of stage time
   

Family and returning student discounts available
     3 options offered:
     

Performance Classes open to everyone. This is a hands-on theatrical experience where participants memorize lines, songs and simple choreography ending with performances for family and friends. Students learn by doing, not by lecture.

Technique Classes include Auditioning, Improv and Singing to improve specific skills and prepare students to audition for the FVR Youth Ensemble as well as other theatres. Students interact and have the opportunity develop their own scenes to exercise their creative muscles. The last class is a showcase for family and friends is also open to the public.
Youth Ensemble is an exclusive, audition-only program for the best and the brightest young talent. This is quality theatre by and for young people. Participants are responsible for memorizing lines, music and choreography, and learn the craft of theater through the process of preparing for a live performance. Youth Ensemble performances are directed, promoted and performed in the same manner as our professional theatre productions.
       
 

Educational Benefits of FVR Performing Arts Academy
   

Promotes individual growth
    Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem
    Teaches professionalism and teamwork
    Encourages new friendships
    Skills development includes:
     
Public speaking

Social

Speaking
Presentation
Communication
 
  Headshot advice
    Resume assistance
    Career guidance
    Exposure to casting directors and talent agents
    Develop and perfect theatre skills
     Participation builds resume experience and training
    Internships offered in wardrobe, directing, musical direction, hair and makeup, technical lighting and sound, set design, stage management