Access. Excellence. Empowerment.
The Academy of the Arts is a bold initiative from The Majestic Empire Foundation, delivering accessible, high-quality performing and technical theatre education to students across South Texas.
Whether you're stepping into the spotlight or calling cues from behind the scenes, our mission is to help students:
Build confidence, creativity, and collaboration
Receive training in acting, dance, voice, and tech theatre
Connect with mentors and working industry professionals
Access real-world opportunities—from masterclasses to full production
Whether you're a student discovering your passion or a parent searching for a place that inspires growth, The Academy for the Arts is where creativity meets purpose. Come take your place on stage—and in the story.
programs for every passion
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Learning for every experience level—offered evenings and weekends to fit student schedules during the school year. Registration Open NOW!
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Click Here to view class schedules.
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Ages 7–18
An inclusive, training-first musical theatre program where every student performs.
Showstoppers provides semester-long musical theatre training with classes held every Tuesday and Thursday. Each class integrates acting, singing, and dancing, ensuring well-rounded, consistent development.
No auditions. No pressure.
Just collaboration, confidence-building, and a fully staged production each quarter — with no extra performance fees.Program Highlights
Acting, singing, and dancing in every class
Fully staged production each quarter
Ensemble-focused, inclusive environment
Growth over competition
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Personalized, high-level coaching tailored to each student’s goals.
Private 1:1 coaching provides individualized instruction in acting, singing, and dancing. Sessions are customized to support technique growth, audition preparation, repertoire and monologue development, dance refinement, and college preparation.
Students train with master educators and industry professionals whose students have gone on to leading theatre universities and professional careers on Broadway, the West End, and major regional stages.
1:1 Coaching Available In
Acting
Singing
Dancing
Coaching Supports
Technique development
Audition prep & materials
Repertoire & monologues
College & conservatory preparation
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An introductory musical theatre class designed for young performers.
Shortstoppers introduces potty-trained children to singing, dancing, and performing in a playful, supportive environment. Perfect for little aspiring stage stars discovering the joy of theatre for the first time.
Program Highlights
Acting, singing, and dancing in every class
Fully staged production each quarter
Ensemble-focused, inclusive environment
Growth over competition
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Guidance on audition prep, portfolio development, resume writing, and applying to arts-focused colleges and conservatories.
HOW IT WORKS
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Welcoming to All Students
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The Josephine Theatre, San Antonio, TX
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No prior training required for most programs—just passion and curiosity.
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18 months to 18 (varies by class)
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Click here to apply for financial assistance.
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Students & Families
Register for classes, apply for scholarships, and be part of a creative, supportive community.
Teaching Artists
We’re hiring passionate educators and working artists to mentor the next generation.
Donors & Sponsors
Make a lasting impact. Support scholarships, underwrite productions, or help expand our reach.
Learn More About PrivATe Coaching
Personalized, high-level coaching tailored to each student’s goals.
Private 1:1 coaching provides individualized instruction in acting, singing, and dancing. Sessions are customized to support technique growth, audition preparation, repertoire and monologue development, dance refinement, and college preparation. Students train with master educators and industry professionals whose students have gone on to leading theatre universities and professional careers on Broadway, the West End, and major regional stages.
