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Programs

Training young performers, building lasting community.

From a child's first audition to a fully staged production, PPAC offers a clear path of growth for every young performer — backed by working professionals and a community that shows up.

Mainstage Productions

Ages 8–18

Fully staged musicals and plays produced each season. Open auditions, professional direction, real costumes and lighting, and a public performance run.

  • Open auditions — no prior experience required
  • Rehearsals led by working theater professionals
  • Costumes, set, lighting, and sound design
  • Public performances in Carbondale, PA

Summer Camp Intensives

Ages 7–17

Week-long summer intensives in musical theater, acting, voice, and dance — culminating in an end-of-week showcase for friends and family.

  • Daily training across acting, voice, and movement
  • Small group sizes and individualized coaching
  • Friday-afternoon showcase performance
  • Scholarship spots available for every camp

Workshops & Masterclasses

All ages

Short-format workshops on audition technique, scene study, vocal performance, improv, and stagecraft — taught by regional and visiting professionals.

  • Audition prep & callback technique
  • Vocal performance & breath support
  • Improv and on-camera acting
  • Backstage tech: lighting, sound, costuming

Community Performance Series

Open to the public

Free and low-cost performances that bring live music and theater back to the heart of Carbondale — including holiday concerts, cabarets, and family showcases.

  • Holiday concerts and seasonal showcases
  • Cabaret nights featuring local artists
  • Family-friendly matinee performances
  • Partnerships with local schools and churches

Get involved

Want to audition, register, or volunteer?

We'd love to hear from you. Tell us what you're interested in and we'll be in touch with audition dates, camp schedules, or volunteer opportunities.

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