HotHouse Summer Training Institute

July 7–18, 2025

The HotHouse Summer Training Institute will immerse students in the dynamic physical and vocal acting techniques of the HotHouse, Wilma Theater’s Resident Acting Company. The Institute offers a unique opportunity to build ensemble and develop openness and creative impulse, all with the spirit of rigorous play! Students will train with Wilma HotHouse company members and Artistic Directors on the Wilma’s mainstage. This summer’s schedule offers the flexibility to attend either one or both weeks of training.

Just Announced: Institute Lead Teacher Brett Ashley Robinson, and Guest Teacher and Co-Artistic Director Lindsay Smiling are both directing shows on The Wilma stage next season!  

 

Institute Details

Week 1: July 7-11 (10-4pm)
Week 2: July 14-18 (10-4pm)
Location: Wilma Theater 265 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19007
Cost: Week 1 or Week 2 only – $850   |   Both weeks – $1500

(Applications close June 25)

Email Suli Holum, Head of HotHouse Professional Training with any questions: sholum@wilmatheater.org.

 

Lead Teachers: 

   

Brett Ashley Robinson and Ross Beschler

 

Assistant Teacher:

Sarah Gliko

 

Guest Teachers:

     

Suli Holum, Krista Apple and Lindsay Smiling