Spotlight Education

Join Caroline Innerbichler, who originated the leading role of Maizy on Broadway in Shucked, as she answers your burning questions about working in the industry, audition tips and tricks, and more. 📅 Jan. 7, 2026 ⏰ 7-8 PM. Click Link in bio to register!

What a WIZ-ful time! 💛 We loved welcoming Jesse Jones, Dance Captain and Swing on the national tour of The Wiz, who had everyone moving and grooving while teaching iconic choreography from “Ease on Down the Road.” Huge thanks to everyone who joined us!

Join us December 17 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at The Hennepin (900 Hennepin Ave.) for an exciting opportunity. Jesse Jones, Dance Captain and Swing on the national tour of The Wiz, will be teaching choreography from ""Ease on Down the Road."" ✨Click link in our bio to register!

Happy Opening Weekend! ✨🎭 Sending big Broadway energy to… • Totino-Grace High School — Elf The Musical 🎅🎶

Happy Opening Weekend! ✨🎭 Break a leg to these amazing theatre programs taking the stage! 🌟 • Columbia Heights High School — Newsies • Lakeville North High School — Anything Goes

Meet Emerese Noel, the swing for Little Petey and Flippy in Dog Man: The Musical. She’s sharing advice for theatre students on what she wishes she could tell her younger self, as well as guidance for anyone continuing their journey in performance.

Meet Jeremiah Rosado, swing for George and Harold in Dog Man: The Musical! They’re sharing heartfelt advice for theatre students — what they wish they could tell their younger selves, and words of wisdom for anyone chasing their passion in performance. 💫

Go behind the chandelier with Seth Sklar-Heyn, Director of the national tour of The Phantom of the Opera. 📣 Register: bit.ly/4r0unHr 🗓️ Friday, November 21, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. 📍 Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave.)

📣 Calling all Spotlight Alums! Our fourth annual #AlumniMixer is December 18! 📣 Join us any time from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at 900 Hennepin to enjoy refreshments, connect with fellow Alumni and say hi to the Education team! #RSVP by December 11: tfaforms.com/4952443

🎉 #GiveToTheMaxDay is HERE! 🎉 Support theatre education programs that reach 1 in 4 MN high schools, bringing the arts to nearly 8,000 students annually. From now - 2 p.m., you can #DoubleYourImpact with our #MiddayMatchup! Learn more & give today: bit.ly/4fWOLD0

💃 🔥 Got plans tonight? Come & see @SLIHmusical- Student/Educator #RushTickets are available for ALL performances! - $40 cash only - 2 ticket limit per valid Student/Educator ID - Starts 2 hours prior to show in person at the Orpheum Theatre See you there! #SomeLikeItHot

📸 If you are a student performer, technician, stage manager or designer, join us at 900 Hennepin Oct. 26 for our Student Headshot & Resume Day! Register now to learn how to perfect your #PerformanceResume or #TechnicalPortfolio and get a FREE headshot! bit.ly/3Bdd9kJ

📣 REMINDER: Applications for #CriticalReview 2024-25 close September 27! 📣 All Minnesota high school students interested in #TheaterJournalism are encouraged to join, but act fast! Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/47AnMdn

Congratulations to Joshua Mann, our 2024 Theater Educator Award Winner! Mr. Mann has grown STMA’s theater program substantially over the past 35 productions, garnering praise from students, parents, and colleagues. He says “acting is believing” and we believe him!

We’re proud to announce our 2024 recipients of the Community Engagement Award! The following schools went above and beyond to make a difference in their communities this past season. We look forward to honoring them live at Spotlight Showcase 2024 presented by @PNCBank!

Have you purchased your tickets to Spotlight Showcase 2024 presented by @pnc yet? Visit hennepintheatretrust.org/events/spotlig…

Announcing the 2024 Triple Threat on Hennepin! In addition to performing at the State Theatre on June 10-11, these students are eligible for the Triple Threat New York Experience and/or The National High School Musical Theatre Awards®. Congratulations everyone!

Announcing our 2024 Spotlight Orchestra! These talented musicians will rehearse and perform alongside the professionals for Spotlight Showcase 2024 presented by @PNCBank the State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis. We look forward to hearing them together soon!

Join us in congratulating our 2024 Technical Theater Career Pathway recipients! These students will use their skills in stage management, lighting, and audio to build Spotlight Showcase 2024 presented by @PNCBank alongside the State Theatre production team. We're so excited!

Nominate your teacher now for the Theater Educator Award to be acknowledged live at Spotlight Showcase 2024 presented by PNC! More information at hennepintheatretrust.org