Baltimore Actors' Theatre Conservatory

Founded in 1979

Founded in 1979

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We are saddened to let our community know that Madame Nicole Ray passed away on June 22, 2026.

There will be a Funeral Mass held at St. Ignatius Church on Calvert Street at 10:00 a.m. There will be no reception before or after the Mass, and the burial is private as per instructions from the Church.


Madame Ray taught at the Conservatory for over twenty years, and many of you will still remember her enthusiastic and positive approach to teaching.


As you may or may not know, Madame Ray has no family here in the United States. In essence, we are her family, and if you are able, please join us at her Funeral Mass on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.


St. Ignatius Church

740 N. Calvert Street

Baltimore, MD 21202


Conservatory Open Houses

The Baltimore Actors' Theatre Conservatory  is a private independent day school with an emphasis on the performing arts and academics, serving grades K-12. Open House dates to be announced.

Learn All About Our Conservatory

The Conservatory at Baltimore Actors' Theatre is Maryland's first and only accredited College Preparatory School of the Arts, for students from grades pre-one to 12. Established in 1979, The Conservatory has garnered a reputation for the excellence of it's academic and arts curriculum. In 1999 and 2001, The Conservatory was named one of Baltimore's Best Elementary and Secondary Schools by Baltimore Magazine. A strong academic program is provided in the morning hours, followed by professional training in all three disciplines: music, drama, and dance. Advanced placement courses are offered in English (American and British), biology, history (American and European), French and music theory.

To date, over 100 students have graduated and entered prestigious colleges and universities of their choice, including New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, Syracuse University, Boston Conservatory, Boston University, North Carolina School of the Arts, Butler University, Point Park College, Immaculata College, and Loyola-Marymount College. The Conservatory provides year-round performing opportunities for its students in both adult and children's theatre.

The Conservatory has been selected as a model college preparatory school for arts by the Maryland State Department of Education. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of The College Board. The Conservatory has an association with Trinity College, London which provides its students with graded examinations in speech and drama and music from initial through grade 8 and is recognized in over 40 countries worldwide. The Conservatory also offers Associate and Licentiate Diplomas through Trinity College, London in Speech & Drama, Music, and Musical Theatre. An ongoing Professional Development Division offers students training in music, drama, dance and musical theatre technique.

Programs of Study

Academic Courses
A full range of academic courses is offered at Honors and Advanced Placement Levels.

Arts Courses
  • Music: history, theory, singing, choir, solfège, piano
  • Drama: theatre history, improvisation, scene study, monologues, voice, musical theatre technique
  • Dance: ballet, modern, jazz, tap, Spanish, musical theatre technique

Affiliated Courses at Our Conservatory

Trinity College London
The Conservatory of Baltimore Actors’ Theatre, located in Baltimore, has been associated with the Trinity College of London since 1979 through the International Examinations Program. Our students who take both the written and practical exams in speech and drama, musical theatre, singing, piano and theory of music are recognized in over 60 countries worldwide. The diploma examination provides an intense program for those who are interested in professional speech and drama, musical theatre, and music studies. This diploma, once achieved, sets the benchmark for professional competence in this field.

The Baltimore Actors' Theatre Conservatory is a private day school with an emphasis on the performing arts and academics, serving Grade K-12.


Call (443) 742-0557 today! We are now accepting enrollment for Fall 2026.

We have an excellent college admissions record; speak to us for more information about our curriculum.