The mission of Lexington Children’s Theatre’s Education Department is to provide students of all ages with the means to actively explore the beauty, diversity, complexity and challenges of the world around them through the dramatic process. We strive for our students to develop their own unique creative voice, their imagination, and their understanding of drama and its role in society.
Learn more about all of the fun and fantastic classes we offer for ages 4 and up!
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All young people have the right to learn through art. Learn more about LCT’s Financial Aid program and how to apply!
Did you know we offer opportunities for teens through our Companies program? Learn more about these yearlong theatre intensives here!
Meet our Teaching Artists
Zoie is ecstatic to be returning for her third summer at LCT. She has a Theatre degree from the University of Kentucky and has experience working with young people ages 0-18. She is extremely passionate about the arts being both a learning experience and a safe space for young people.
Rhonda Bell acts as the Education Director at Lexington Children’s Theatre (LCT). She earned a BA in Theatre from Berea College and an MA from the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. While in school, she served as a Stage Manager for several productions including Alice in Wonderland, Very Still and Hard to See, and Blithe Spirit. After graduating in 2015, Rhonda served in Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools under the district’s Community Achieves initiative. Ms. Bell began her time at LCT in 2016 as an education intern and has since written and taught curriculum for a variety of classes and workshops, directed productions in LCT’s Learning Stage Series, and written for LCT’s Storyteller Series. Contact Rhonda at 859-254-4546 ext. 226.
Katelyn Carter is a recent graduate from Bellarmine University, and is excited to be with Lexington Children’s Theatre for the first time this summer! While at university, Katelyn dabbled in acting, lighting work, and consent-based work. She loves to create all sorts of theatre– from the serious to the zany.
Dakota Rose graduated from Piedmont University with a B.A. in Musical Theatre where she worked as a performer, costumer, director, and more. Additionally, she has experience as a performer, event coordinator, costume repairman, and photographer due to time with Enchanted Events GA. Dakota is looking forward to working with LCT!
Kaitlyn is a rising senior at Clemson University and is so excited to be working at LCT! Kaitlyn is studying lighting and stage management, but has a deep passion for theatre education. She is stoked to work with the lovely young people of Lexington this summer!
Chloe Hallman, originally from Mills River, NC, relocated to Lexington after receiving their degree from Berea College. They’re a local playwright and stage manager making their teaching debut with LCT! A few of Chloe’s favorite shows they’ve stage managed are Eurydice, A Chorus Line, Alice by Heart, and Beetlejuice Jr.
Gracie is a rising junior at Elon University as a Theatrical Design/Technology major on the Leadership Fellows Scholarship. In high school, she worked frequently in the Knoxville theater scene in lighting, camp counseling, and stage management. She is absolutely thrilled to be back at LCT for her second summer!
Finn (he/they) is beyond honored to return to LCT this summer! A teacher, writer, technician, and performer, Finn strives to soak up every bit of knowledge they can while providing representation and advocacy for transgender and disabled people in theatre.
Jeremy Kisling has taught, directed and performed for young people for over 30 years. He received his B.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of Northern Iowa and his M.F.A. in Drama and Theatre for Youth from the University of Texas at Austin. Jeremy has authored stage versions of Why Mosquitoes Buzz, Anansi the Spider, The Princess Who Lost her Hair and co-wrote The Ghosts of Pineville with Sara Turner. He was the recipient of the 2017 Sara Spencer Child Drama Award and the 2019 Tom Behm Award from the Southeastern Theatre Conference. He is a proud graduate of Leadership Lexington in 2019. Jeremy serves on the Board of Directors for Kentucky Theatre Association, Southeastern Theatre Conference and Lexington’s DiverCity Festival. He is honored to share his life with his wife, Amie Kisling and his wonderful son, Leo. Jeremy would encourage you to be brave and stretch your imagination everyday! Contact Jeremy at 859-254-4546 ext. 227.
Caleb Lunsford is a teaching artist, scenic painter, performer, and arts education enthusiast from Harrodsburg, Kentucky. A graduate of Morehead State University’s theatre program, Caleb is passionate about children’s theatre and strives to provide an outlet for creativity and expression to the youth of Kentucky. With a history of work in youth-based creative programs he aims to make an impact on those around him, while curating a safe space to both learn and grow.
Jaden Napier (He/They) is a theatre artist from Aiken, South Carolina. He graduated with a bachelor’s of art in theatre at the university of South Carolina Aiken. This is his 3rd summer as a teaching artist at LCT and he is excited to continue to inspire the youth of Lexington.
Mattie Washburn (she/her) is overjoyed to be a part of LCT’s 2026 Summer Teaching Artists! Mattie adores teaching, her favorite thing is watching young people explore, experience, and succeed in theatre. Mattie is absolutely excited to work with all of the stunning, amazing, and wonderful students here at LCT!