Program Information

CKM VAPA Theater is a four-year program that explores theater literature, performance, and historical and cultural connections. Improvisation, creative dramatics, and scene work connect students to acting and character development. Theater courses provide opportunities for students to develop critical listening and thinking skills, stage presence, and ensemble work, culminating in periodic classroom performances. Theater gives students an opportunity to develop fundamental assessment and problem-solving skills. To close their journey, students will engage in rigorous college and career preparation to ensure they have the skills needed to succeed in the industry.

Apply Online

Students residing within the SCUSD boundaries can submit an online application from November 4, 2024 at 8:00am, to November 22, 2024 at 5:00pm. Students living outside the SCUSD boundaries can apply through the permit process from April 7, 2025 at 8:00am, to April 25, 2025 at 5:00pm.

A video of your theater work must also be submitted to the C.K. McClatchy VAPA program by November 22, 2024 at 5:00pm. Instructions on how to submit the video can be found at https://ckmvapa.org/apply-inform.