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Vault Theatre, a professional theatre company located in Durham, is dedicated to unlocking the imagination through comprehensive and innovative theatre programming onstage, in the classroom, and within the community. Vault Theatre is focused on investing in the artistic work and stories of our rising young voices.
Our work celebrates stories of radical hope for the future for audiences of all ages, nurtures the artistic voices of young performers, creates dialogues for social change, and mentors early career artists for continued growth in the performing arts industry.
Vault Theatre unlocks imagination through innovative theatre experiences for audiences of all ages, with a deep commitment to youth voices and community engagement.
Rooted in the belief that theatre is a space for exchange,of stories, perspectives, and possibility,Vault Theatre offers year-round programming that brings people together to learn, create, and perform.
Studio Classes that nurture creativity and confidence in early learners
School Break Camps that spark imagination during summer and track-out weeks
Creative Learning residencies that partner with schools to integrate theatre into curriculum and social-emotional learning
Leadership Initiatives that elevate youth voices and ownership in the creative process
Professional Theatre productions that reflect the resilience, curiosity, and complexity of young people

VaultWorks Artist Training Auditions

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Lauren Sale

Flora Bare

Adalynn Eller

Catherine Johnson

Danica Laan

Elainia Sanders

Estelle Idoko

Jordi Montes

Katie Jo Fulks

Kiersten Caliguire

Kirsten Salpini

Rebecca Bossen

Samantha Scipioni

Sky Symonds

Sydney Sirkin

Tatiana Burrus

Our brilliant manager from Camp VT's production of Elf is stunned! If you haven't signed up for Fall B classes, you still have time! A few classes are wait-list only, but we also have lots of great classes with spots still! Sign up today and get kicking with a theatre class next week!

The first show of the season opens next month!! Get your tickets today for this brand new adaptation of this favorite story! When the biggest engines can’t make the journey, one small engine has a big task ahead. In this playful, immersive reimagining of the beloved story, the world of the Little Engine comes to life all around you. The Little Engine That Could is a joyful introduction to live theatre where every audience member is part of the story! Created and Directed by Flora Bare starring Akili Gathers and Ryan Pater.

We have an incredible line up of Fall B classes starting October 26th!! Join us for a creative drama class creating theatre from our favorite stories, musical theatre classes combining acting, singing, and dance together, or acting skills classes focused on building skills! Register today at vaulttheatre.org!

Ready to take the stage? VaultWorks Artist Training is for young artists ages 12-18 looking for serious training, challenging work, and the chance to perform. Auditions are virtual and open through September 11. Learn more + submit your audition at the link in bio.

Earlier last month, our amazing VaultWorks Artist Ensemble kicked off our very first summer intensive in our newly created black box theatre! Congrats to this ensemble of 16 teens for their hard work and artistry bringing this piece to life. Alice by Heart Director: Lauren Sale Music Direction: Kirsten Salpini Choreographer: Amanda Leigh Lupacchino Stage Manager: Laura Pennachi Production Design: Lauren Sale Photos by: Elainia Sanders, Iris Photography

Throw back to our amazing young artists in our Spring 2026 Musical Theatre Workshop performance of The Addams Family!!! We are excited to kick back off with our next MT Workshop starting on Sept 12th. Sign Up today for Madagascar!! Photos by: Katie Jo Fulks

We are pleased as punch to welcome back Catherine Kelly Johnson as our new Programs Associate! Having worked as a teaching artist with VT in our early days, Catherine is back after having just completed her Masters degree in Arts Administration at The University of Oklahoma! We can't wait to re-introduce her to all our families and students!

If you have taken a class or a camp at VT, you definitely know this face! We are over the moon that Sam is joining VT as the Resident Teaching Artist this season!!! Sign up for a class starting next week! Sam is teaching the Mon/Wed Musical Theatre Workshop, Scene Stealers, and Theatrebugs!!

Calling all teen theatre artists in Durham! Audition for our advanced program for training and performance! Check out more info at vault theatre.org/training classes!

Hear ye! Hear ye! It's show day! Our first musical theatre camp of the summer!

Our young artists are hard at work in stagecrafts designing and painting Cinderella's pumpkin and carriage prop!

Five years ago this month, Vault Theatre slowly started to be put into motion. Here we are closing out our 5th season reaching just under 7500 young people and families with classes, workshops, performances, and events! We almost can't believe we are already a week into our 6th Season! Check out a little snapshot of Season 5 in numbers!

Vault Theatre is hiring a Programs Associate for the 2026–2027 season! We’re looking for a collaborative, organized artist excited to work across teaching, productions, and arts administration while supporting bold, process-driven theatre programming for young artists in Durham. Part-time salaried position $22/hour Apply by June 11 for best consideration.

Young Artists on the move!! Last night we opened Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind! This fast and furious show closes today! Join us at 2pm or 7pm in our new black box space!!

A rehearsal dance break?! Sounds about right. These talented teens are dancing their way to a show weekend. Our first VaultWorks Teen Performance opens this Friday and Saturday!

Lobby signs have been updated! Which means it's time for a new session of classes! This is no joke! Sign up today for classes starting next week.

These two amazing artists have had a two show day for #talltales at Durham Academy and now at Immaculate!! Happy World Theatre to all our artists!!!

Oh hey! Spring classes are around the corner! We have quite the line up of Theatre Skills, Musical Theatre, and Creative Drama classes for all ages!!

Looking for something to do today with the whole family?! Don't miss #TallTales at 2pm at Vault Theatre Studios! Tickets still available to purchase online or at the door!

Calling all artists and educators!! We are excited to have a lot of projects rolling in April and summer and even looking ahead to fall! Send us your resumes, we'd love to meet you! Link in bio or check us out at https://vaulttheatre.org/workwithus

Come see professional life theatre for the whole family at Vault Theatre March 15th at 2pm! This funny, interactive production is a storytelling showdown with epic well-loved favorites and all new Tall Tales! Tickets are just $10!!

Calling all young artists ages 12-18! Auditions are coming up for Alice by Heart next weekend February 21st! Audition for this summer intensive that will take place July 27th-August 7th. This beautiful musical is rich with character, movement, and heart. Sign up for your audition today!

We are so excited our show #talltales is on the road touring to schools throughout the Triangle now through May! Starring two of VT's favorite teaching artists and actors Katie Jo and Sky!! Families can also snag tickets to a public performance in March or May at VT Studios. If you're a school looking to bring funny, interactive theatre to your schools give us a shout! Photo credit: @danielturbert #AIS4All #theatreforyoungaudiences #durhamarts #vaulttheatre

Summer Camp spots are filling up fast! Grab your spot today!!! We are gonna have a great summer acting, singing, dancing, and creating! Can't wait to see you there! #summercamp #summer #camps #theatre #theatrecamp

So excited to be back to The Addams Family after some snow breaks!!!

We have an insane line up for summer camp 2026! We only opened registration last week and we are already more than half-way sold out for every camp! Don't miss out and book today! There is truly something for everyone! And for our advanced students, sign up to audition for Alice by Heart on February 21st! #durhamarts #summercamp #camps #vaulttheatre #musicaltheatre

From car.... To curb.... To stage! Our set is up and ready!

Want something to beat the snow?! Come see us at 11am at @carolinatheatredurham today! The show is still on! See this funny, interactive storytelling showdown! Tickets can be purchased at the door!

Happy Opening to #TallTales! This funny, interactive show is now on the road and our first one was at the wonderful Leesville Elementary! Big thanks to @unitedartswake for their support in making this happen! Our show tomorrow at @carolinatheatredurham is still on! Do one last fun thing at 11am before hunkering down for the snow!! #vaulttheatre #theatreforyoungaudiences #arts919 #ais4all

Just a couple of BTS photos from our photoshoot with @danielturbert from last week. We can't wait to kick off #TallTales with our first school on Friday. And don't wait to buy your tickets for our opening performance at The Carolina Theatre on Saturday at 11am!!

Summer Camp Titles are here!! We are already beginning our summer camp countdown (we can barely believe it!) but we have an incredible line up of Musical Theatre and Creative Drama titles! We are excited to be back partnering with @dukeschool1 and @montessorischoolofdurham for these AND have camps at VT's new home including a brand new Teen Intensive!! Check out our website for all the details!

We had such an amazing time working on Shrek, Kids with these incredibly talented young artists!!

Vault Theatre is excited to announce auditions for Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind for young artists ages 12-18! This funny, frantic, collaborative piece mixes scripted work with an element of improv... The order of the night is never the same... It's in the hands of the audience! Auditions January 10th and the class starts February 3rd and performances April 24th and 25th. Don't miss out and sign up today! #auditions #vaulttheatre #durhamarts #durhampublicschools

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