A powerful opportunity for aspiring teen artists is coming to the Greater Pasadena Area this fall. The Unusual Suspects Youth Theatre Conservatory, in collaboration with Boston Court Pasadena, will offer free, professional-level theater education to local 9th and 10th graders, starting in September 2025 and running through April 2026.
Applications are now open for this tuition-free program, which is limited to just 20 students. Participants will receive hands-on instruction in acting, writing, directing, and design, working side-by-side with industry professionals to create and perform original plays.
What the Conservatory Offers
Workshops Led by Professionals
Students will receive training in multiple disciplines including:
- Acting and performance techniques
- Playwriting and storytelling
- Directing and creative leadership
- Set and costume design
Original Student Work
At the heart of the program is the chance for each student to collaboratively develop and stage original theatrical works, mentored throughout the process by experienced theater artists.
Free and Inclusive
Thanks to the generous support of The Unusual Suspects’ partners and funders, the conservatory is completely free of charge to accepted applicants.
Application Details
- Who Can Apply: Current 9th and 10th grade students
- When: September 2025 – April 2026
- Where: Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA
- How to Apply: Rolling admissions open now at theunusualsuspects.org/conservatory
- Capacity: Limited to 20 students, early application encouraged
About The Unusual Suspects
The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved youth through the arts. Their programs provide mentorship, artistic training, and a platform for young voices to be heard. The Youth Theatre Conservatory is an extension of their mission, bringing opportunity, self-expression, and community building through performance.
For more information and to apply, visit:
https://theunusualsuspects.org/conservatory
