Union City, Tenn.–Thanks to local sponsors, the 2021 spring semester of the Historical Theater Academy at Discovery Park of America is FREE. In this session, students will be writing, producing and performing a play pertaining to the Oregon Trail.
Historical Theater Academy is a unique program designed for students in grades 6-12 that takes place at Discovery Park twice each year. Academy participants receive instruction in multiple aspects of theater and historical research and then stage a performance of the original work they create. In addition to gaining experience in numerous disciplines including acting, set design, costuming, writing and historical research, students learn collaboration skills.
Students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to join them at Discovery Park for this wonderful opportunity to learn and grow in the theater world. The classes will include some breakout sessions with grades 6-8 in one and grades 9-12 in the other with some work being done together in a larger group. Discovery Park will strictly follow all recommended health and safety guidelines for employees and participants.
This year, the exciting play they produce will be performed on the grounds at Discovery Park of America on May 9, 2021.
Classes begin on Tues., Jan. 5, 2021 and are held each Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Discovery Park and will be taught by instructors from Discovery Park and guest lecturers.
If you have any questions, please email Nathaniel Newlin at nnewlin@
Sponsors are Warner Law Firm PLC and Third & Church of Union City.