Student magic on stage
Drama School Trips
& Theatre Group Travel
Educational Travel Adventures (ETA) offers theatre and drama school trips designed for middle school, high school, and higher education programs. These experiences feature hands on workshops, performance opportunities, Broadway experiences, and educational travel that builds confident, creative performers.
Theatre School Trips Made Easy
From Broadway workshops in New York City to showcase performances at Disney and Universal Studios, our drama tours combine hands on learning, live performances, and meaningful cultural experiences. ETA manages every detail including travel logistics, custom itineraries, and workshop coordination so you can focus on your students and their performance.
Top Destinations for Drama School Trips
Discover top destinations for student theatre tours and drama school trips. These cities offer hands on workshops, live performances, and behind the scenes experiences that bring theatre education to life in some of the world’s most influential performance hubs.
New York City
Broadway, Drama Workshops & Iconic Stages
Experience the heart of American theatre through Broadway workshops, live performances, and behind the scenes experiences. Student theatre and drama tours to New York City combine professional training with unforgettable cultural exploration in the world’s theatre capital.
Orlando
Disney & Universal Stars Performances
Train and perform in world class entertainment environments at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. From a Disney Performing Arts Workshop to the Universal Stars Program, Orlando drama trips blend professional instruction with exciting showcase opportunities.
Los Angeles
Stage, Screen & Entertainment Industry Insight
Explore the intersection of theatre, film, and themed entertainment in Los Angeles. Student theatre and drama tours can include acting workshops, studio experiences, and opportunities connected to Disney and Universal Studios that highlight how performance comes to life on stage and screen.
London
West End Performances & Global Theatre Heritage
Experience world renowned West End productions while exploring centuries of dramatic tradition and theatrical innovation. Student theatre and drama trips to London combine workshops, live performances, historic venue visits, and cultural immersion in one of the world’s most influential theatre cities.
Chicago
Improv, Historic Theatres & Performance Tradition
Home to a thriving theatre community and legendary improv scene, Chicago offers students dynamic theatre and drama tours designed for performers. Participate in professional workshops, explore historic venues, and experience the city’s rich performance culture and ensemble driven tradition.
Built for Your Students
Customize Your
Drama School Trip
Every theatre and drama program is unique, and your trip should be too. We design custom theatre and drama tours based on your students’ goals, skill level, and curriculum.
Your theatre or drama school trip can include:
- Professional acting and musical theatre workshops
- Broadway or West End performances
- Showcase performance opportunities
- Drama festival participation
- Technical theatre and stagecraft training
- Audition technique and industry masterclasses
- Behind the scenes theatre tours
- Cultural experiences that enrich your curriculum
Whether you are planning drama school trips, drama college trips, or theatre tours for your ensemble, we create an itinerary that supports student growth while making travel seamless for directors.
Full Service Theatre Travel
Theatre & Drama Teachers Trust ETA
With over three decades as a performance tour company, ETA has partnered with theatre and drama teachers to bring meaningful performance travel experiences to their students. With team members connected to the Broadway community, we understand exactly what your program needs.
Industry Expertise
Our staff includes professionals with direct experience in theatre and Broadway, ensuring your workshops, venues, and performance opportunities meet high artistic standards.
Full Service Tour Management
We handle every detail of your theatre or drama tour, including:
- Payment collection and registration
- Venue coordination and workshop scheduling
- Hotel accommodations and transportation
- Performance logistics
Support You Can Count On
Directors receive 24/7 assistance, flexible itinerary planning, and a carefully balanced schedule of rehearsals, performances, workshops, and cultural exploration. With ETA managing your trip, you can focus on your students while we ensure a safe, organized, and inspiring theatre travel experience.
Hands-On Broadway Intensives
Broadway
Theatre Workshops
Train with working professionals through hands on student Broadway workshops designed to build performance skills.
- Musical Theatre – Learn music and choreography from a Broadway number, combining vocal work and movement before performing in New York City.
- Stage Combat – Master safe and believable stage fight techniques through timing, control, and partner awareness.
- Improv – Build spontaneity and ensemble skills in a fast paced session led by New York City improv professionals.
- Behind The Scenes – Explore Costumes, Scenic Design, Lighting Design, or Stage Management through a focused industry Q&A.
- Acting in the Scene – Strengthen character choices, scene analysis, and connection with scene partners.
- Mock Auditions – Perform a monologue or audition song and receive feedback from New York casting professionals.
Performing Arts Intensives
Workshops at Disney
& Universal Studios
Students train in world class entertainment environments through hands on Disney and Universal Studios theatre and drama workshops designed to build performance skills and professional confidence.
- Disney Performing Arts Workshop
Participate in a professionally led Disney performing arts workshop focused on musical theatre performance, character development, and ensemble precision inside a Disney park environment. - Universal Stars Performance Program
Take part in the Universal Stars Performance Program, where student performers rehearse and showcase their talents in a dynamic theme park setting.
Additional Opportunities May Include:
- Musical theatre training sessions
- Character development and stage presence coaching
- On stage performance experiences in select venues
Your Broadway Debut
Perform on Broadway, An Invitation Only Opportunity
Educational Travel Adventures offers students a rare, invitation only opportunity to perform on a Broadway stage through our annual Arts for Autism benefit concert. This exclusive event brings together Broadway professionals and exceptional student performers from across the country for an unforgettable evening of talent, inclusion, and impact.
Held each year in a premier New York City theatre, selected students share the stage with seasoned artists in a fully produced Broadway performance. Participants gain firsthand experience in a professional theatre setting while building confidence, refining their craft, and connecting with a community that celebrates accessibility and artistic excellence.
Arts for Autism welcomes outstanding young performers, including students on the autism spectrum and those with special needs, reinforcing our commitment to inclusive theatre education. Proceeds from the event support grants and programs that expand access to the arts nationwide.
Student Growth Through Theatre
The Impact of
Theatre School Trips
Why Choose a Theatre School Trip?
Theatre travel gives students the opportunity to learn, perform, and grow beyond the classroom through real world experiences in leading performing arts destinations.
- Professional Workshops
Students train with Broadway performers and theatre professionals, gaining practical skills in acting, musical theatre, stagecraft, and ensemble performance.
- Live Performance Experiences
From Broadway shows to showcase opportunities at major venues, students experience professional productions that deepen their understanding of the art form.
- Confidence and Collaboration
These immersive trips build stage presence, teamwork, and creative confidence while strengthening your entire program. - Real World Industry Exposure
Behind the scenes tours, talkbacks, and venue visits help students explore potential career pathways in theatre and the performing arts.
Theatre & Drama School Trips for Every Grade Level
Our theatre and drama school trips are thoughtfully designed to match the artistic goals, experience level, and curriculum needs of each age group. From introductory performance travel to advanced professional training, ETA creates meaningful theatre experiences at every stage.
Middle School Drama Trips
Middle school theatre trips focus on building confidence, creativity, and collaboration. Age appropriate workshops, engaging live performances, and structured itineraries introduce students to professional theatre environments while supporting foundational drama skills in a supportive setting.
High School Theatre Trips
High school theatre and drama tours provide deeper artistic development and real world performance exposure. Students participate in advanced workshops, Broadway experiences, showcase opportunities, and behind the scenes theatre visits aligned with curriculum and competitive program goals.
College & University Theatre Programs
Higher education theatre trips are designed for serious performers and emerging professional groups. Drama travel programs may include masterclasses, intensive workshops, industry networking opportunities, and performance experiences that support academic rigor and career focused theatre training.
Reviews From Our Happy Theatre Educators
Theatre directors and drama teachers across the country trust Educational Travel Adventures to deliver meaningful, well organized student theatre tours. Here is what educators are saying about their experience working with our team.
A Broadway Professional Leading Our Arts Programs
Our school theatre trips are shaped by authentic industry leadership. Jacque Carnahan, a Broadway performer and producer, is part of the ETA team and brings professional insight to every workshop, performance opportunity, and masterclass we create.
Jacque Carnahan
Director of Arts Programing – Arts Programs
Broadway Performer and Producer
A Broadway performer, producer, and arts educator, Jacque brings firsthand professional insight to every ETA performance tour. From producing ETA’s annual Arts for Autism Broadway Benefit to designing workshops and masterclasses nationwide, she ensures students experience the performing arts in meaningful, inspiring, and age-appropriate ways.
Student Theatre Performance Tour FAQs
What types of theatre groups can participate in a performance tour?
Our educational performance tours are designed for drama clubs, school theatre departments, musical theatre ensembles, improv groups, and technical theatre students. Every program is customized to reflect your group’s focus and strengths.
What kinds of performance opportunities are available for theatre students?
Students may perform in workshops, community theatres, cultural exchanges, or entertainment venues such as various Walt Disney © Resorts and Universal Studios theme parks. In New York, groups can participate in Broadway workshops and perform on Broadway at the annual Arts for Autism benefit concert.
Can workshops or masterclasses be included in a drama tour?
Absolutely. Educational Travel Adventures arranges workshops in acting, audition technique, musical theatre, stage combat, improvisation, and technical theatre. Many are led by professional actors, directors, or Broadway cast members, giving students valuable hands-on experience.
How far in advance should we plan a theatre performance tour?
We recommend starting at least 9–12 months in advance, especially for Broadway or Disney experiences, which fill quickly. Early planning allows time to secure venues, workshops, and affordable travel options.
What destinations are most popular for student theatre groups?
Top destinations include New York City for Broadway, Orlando for Disney and Universal Studios, Los Angeles for theatre and film connections, Chicago for improv and theatre culture, and London for its legendary West End performances.
Are theatre tours only for performers, or can technical students participate as well?
Technical theatre students are an important part of the program. Tours often include technical theatre workshops and opportunities to learn about stage management and lighting, scenic, or costume design.
What costs are typically included in a school drama trip package?
Packages usually include transportation, accommodations, group meals, performance or festival fees, sightseeing tours, workshops, educational experiences, and full on-tour support. Optional expenses might include costumes, tickets to additional shows, or extended sightseeing.
How does Educational Travel Adventures ensure student safety during theatre trips?
Every tour is led by an experienced ETA Tour Manager who provides 24/7 support. Accommodations and venues are carefully vetted, transportation is pre-arranged, and we follow school and district guidelines to ensure safety and peace of mind for directors and parents.
Start Planning Your Student Drama Trip
From Broadway workshops and performance opportunities to custom itineraries designed for your program, Educational Travel Adventures creates meaningful theatre and drama school trips that inspire confident, creative performers. Start planning today and bring your students beyond the classroom and onto the stage.
