Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory

The Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory - The Convervatory was founded in 1979 by our late founder/artistic directorr, Helen Grigal. The BATC is a unique school that offers both a rigorous college preparatory academic program and a challenging, professional performing arts program, all under one roof. Students study dance, music, and drama collectively.
Participation in these classes will offer a world view ofthe performing arts that single discipline study does not afford. Our affilation with Trinity College London offers examinations in Musical Theatre, Speech and Drama, Singing, Piano, and Music Theory. Sussessful students will be awarded credits that can be used for advanced placement in their tertiary choices. Our affiliation with the University of Nebraska, Lincoln offers college classes for students enrolled in our program. Classes in United States History, Sociology, and Psychology are currently offered and successful students receive transfer credit for advanced placement as they enroll in post-secondary programs.
The BATC is not for every student but for the student who wants to work hard in a challenging and demanding program, the Conservatory is the place to begin or continue your journey in your pursuit in the performing arts.

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres

Student Body

Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
5 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
College Acceptance Rate
100%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Reach to the stars
  • Baltimore Actor's Theatre - The Convervatory was founded in 1959 by Helen Grigal. Since its inception, BAT has been a multi-faceted operation providing myriad cultural and entertainment activities for its audiences and members. BAT has a large membership of performers spanning all ages. Its versatility is enhanced by its ability to not only give members a year-round performing venue, but additionally to provide training in all three disciplines: Music, Drama, Dance. The Baltimore Actors' Theatre has mounted a variety of presentations including proscenium, the round, and on international tour. BAT has performed at the Lyric Opera House, Ford's Theatre, Shady Grove and Painters Mill Music Fairs, Merriweather Post Pavilion, Peabody Concert Hall, Kraushaar Auditorium, Goucher College. BAT has presented three full-scale productions of the musical, Peter Pan, with original Flying by Foy at The Lyric Opera House. It has also toured internationally to the United Kingdom and Australia with its original musical production of The Phantom of the Opera.
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How much does Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory cost?
Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory's tuition is approximately $18,500 for private students.
What is Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory's ranking?
Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest average SAT score and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory?
The application deadline for Baltimore Actor's Theatre Conservatory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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