imagine…
Imagine attending a public high school in the heart of downtown St. Paul, unlike any other in the country. Learn the skills and techniques to become a professional artist from current working artists. Receive a college conservatory level arts education under the guidance of current professional artists. Prepare for college academically in on-level, advanced or AP classes.
A private school experience at a public school price.
No audition. No tuition.
I had an amazing experience at this arts school! From the moment I walked through the door, I felt inspired by the creativity and talent all around me. The faculty and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, always pushing me to be my best and never giving up on me. Not only did I develop my artistic skills in ways I never imagined, but I also made lasting friendships with fellow students who share my passion for the arts. The resources and opportunities available at this school are unparalleled, and I feel so grateful to have been a part of such a vibrant and welcoming community. I would highly recommend this arts school to anyone looking to grow their talents and discover their potential as an artist.
An important part of SPCPA’s purpose is to connect the students and the school to the Twin Cities professional arts community in a number of ways.
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J-Term 2026: Found Fashion!
Students are turning forgotten clothing into original runway designs—repurposed from their own closets and Goodwill finds. Under the direction of Heidi Batz Rogers, this J-Term project culminates in two student-modeled runway shows Saturday, January 24 at Springboard for the Arts. Creativity, sustainability, and bold self-expression on full display.
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Students are hard at work at the Hive Collaborative in St. Paul, rehearsing the J-Term project, Hadestown, directed by Eric Morris, Annika Isbell, and Wesley Frye. The show plays at the Hive the weekend of January 23-25!
Hadestown: Teen Edition is produced in arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
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The J-Term piece choreographed by Helen Hatch is rehearsing at TU Dance. The Dance Concert performs at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance at the University of MN for 4 total performances January 24 and 25!
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The J-Term project, Pachyderm: The Ionesco Project, based on Rhinoceros and the works of absurdist playwright Eugene Ionesco, directed by Kenzi Allen, rehearsed this past week at SPCPA. It moves to the Red Eye Theater where it performs January 23-25!
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Herb Johnson and Mia Johnson's piece is rehearsing at TU Dance Center in St. Paul! The Dance Concert happens at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance at the Universiy of MN with 2 performances on January 24 and another 2 performances on January 25.
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One of SPCPA's J-Term projects this year is IN THE GALLEY WITH INTERACT. For three weeks students are creating work that will culminate in an exhibition at Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts' beautiful new gallery. The project is led by Interact instructor Joli Grostephen and culminates in an exhibition on Friday, January 23. Thank you Interact!
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Davente Gilreath's J-Term piece is rehearsing right now at Ananya Dance Theatre! The Dance concert has four performances at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance at the University of MN on January 24 and 25.
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J-Term started today! Here are a few photos from the start of the day for most of the projects rehearsing week one on campus (Found Fashion, Pachyderm, Mean Girls, From Jam to Gig, Hadestown, These Shining Lives, and Emerging Voices)!
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Catch SPCPA alum, Ezekiel Pranis-Ricci (Theatre, 2023), now on tour with Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus touring the US performing and promoting the greatest show on earth. The are expected in St. Paul in 2026, but will be in cities everywhere – get your tickets at ringling.com.
Congrats, Ezekiel!
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