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ABOUT WALDEN
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Walden Theatre students are a diverse, motivated group. Almost half of our students attending continue their education at top collegiate drama programs.

About Our Students

Conservatory Program Students
Outreach Program Students

 

Conservatory Program Students

Students
  • 100% of students graduate from high school
  • 88% go on to higher education
  • 47% of those in post-secondary education attend leading collegiate theatre programs
Curriculum
  • All interested students are accepted
  • Students progress at their own rate
  • Graduated curriculum
Diversity
  • Students live in 38 zip codes
  • Attend 70 schools
  • $12,000 in need-based scholarships awarded each year
  • 12% receive financial aid
Community
  • 60% retention rate
  • All ages work together
  • High School: 51%
  • Middle School: 33%
  • Elementary School: 16%
Professional Acting Credits
  • Actors Theatre
  • Stage One
  • Louisville Orchestra
  • Broadway Series
  • Derby Dinner Playhouse
  • Feature Films
  • Industrials
Learn more about the Conservatory Program.

 

Outreach Program Students

Students
  • 75% of schools are "at-risk"
  • All grades served
  • Operates year-round
  • 9,800 served in 2004
  • 61 schools and 9 community centers reached
  • Distance Learning serves students across the nation, including Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wisconsin
Classes
  • Multi-session Residencies
  • Assembly Programs
  • Touring productions
  • Student matinees
Learn more about the Outreach Program.

Conservatory Program

Our theatre training program allows students to progress at their own rate through a demanding four-level curriculum:

  • Improvisation
  • Studio
  • Apprentice
  • Performance

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