Classes & Workshops
Youth and Community Arts now offers classes and workshops for all ages!
All classes are student centered and built to explore a variety of age-appropriate skills while cultivating bravery, exercising and building social and emotional capacities, and expanding the imagination. Classes are held at PCPA’s Studios located the Columbia Business Center on E Stowell Rd in Santa Maria. No prior experience is required. Learners of all abilities are welcome.
Upcoming Events
TK & Family Play
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 10AM-10:50AM
Ages: 3-5-year-olds and their adult caregiver(s)
The family that plays together laughs and learns together! Designed for young children and their caregivers, these interactive workshops are play and imagination centered. Using age-appropriate materials, this class will explore story moments and characters through movement and sound. Families are encouraged to create together and discover new ways of connecting with each other and their community. Taught by our experienced Youth and Community Arts teaching team, these workshops will foster curiosity and play for all participants.
More information and registration HERE
Young Theatre Makers
February 18, 2026 -April 1, 2026
*Meets Wednesdays
Time: 3:30-4:45PM
Ages: 8-12-year-olds
Wander down the rabbit hole with Lewis Caroll’s classic adventure through Wonderland! Students will learn the fundamentals of character and storytelling while exploring this whimsical tale. This 8-week class meets on Wednesdays and is taught by the Youth and Community Arts teaching artist team. Young Theatre Makers invites elementary school learners to explore social and emotional connection, strengthen reading comprehension, practice courage through public speaking, and exercise the tenants of teamwork. Previous experience is not required. This program ends with a final performance for invited family and friends.
More information and registration HERE
Teen Theatre Collective
February 3, 2026-March 26, 2026
*Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 4:30PM-6PM
Ages: 13-18 years old, must be enrolled in middle or high school
Teen Theatre Collective is an after-school program for high school students who want to explore the multidiscipline of theatre making as they work to create their own show. We will be re-imagining the Shakespearean classic, Much Ado About Nothing, using contemporary music and parody, while still utilizing heightened text as our foundation. This 8-week class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is taught by the Youth and Community Arts teaching artist team. Participants will not only perform the piece, but they will also have a direct hand in the adaptation and design process. Previous experience is not required. This program ends with a final performance for invited family and friends.
More information and registration HERE
