The Grove Theatre

01/15/2026

We start in 5 DAYS!!! It’s still not too late to sign up. Whether you’re looking to try something new or wanting to take your acting technique to the next level, this class is designed for you!

https://forms.gle/2Nk4Q7oboVDEt4kU7

This class will be taught by Ostrander winner and two-time Allie nominee Taylor Smit. Taylor has worked professionally for 15 years, 8 of which as a member of Actors Equity Association. With a BFA in Musical Theatre from Point Park University, Taylor has performed on stages with Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World and at theatre companies across the country.

01/08/2026

It’s here! The Grove Theatre Conservatory is thrilled to announce its first 6 week acting course for students ages 14-18. This class for beginning and intermediate actors will cover character development, text analysis, scene work, monologues and audition preparation.

Date/Time: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00
January 20-February 24, 2026

Location: Heartland Church
3580 Getwell Rd.
Southaven, MS 38672

Tuition: $90

Class size is limited to 10 students

Questions? Email [email protected]

Register here: https://forms.gle/2Nk4Q7oboVDEt4kU7

07/03/2025

Why The Grove?? The Grove desires to be a place where artists can feel safe to explore new skill sets, cultivate their craft, and share the fruit of their labor with the community.

If you’d like to plant some seeds and join our mission, click the link below to donate 🌱

https://gofund.me/aca05d0e

07/02/2025

Attention all Teaching Artists! The Conservatory at the Grove is now accepting submissions by individuals from various backgrounds to teach a series of masterclasses and workshops throughout the year.

Disciplines may include:
*Acting
*Musical Theatre
*Technical Theatre
*Dance: Ballet, Tap, Musical Theatre Styles
*Audition Prep
*Puppetry
*Playwriting
*Directing

If interested, please submit your resume and area of interest to [email protected]

06/30/2025

Meet our Founder!

Taylor has a BFA in Musical Theatre from Point Park University and a Masters in International Business from Hult International Business School. She has served as the Manager of Audience Development with Houston Grand Opera, Theatrical Operations Specialist with Norwegian Cruise Line, and you may occasionally find her managing Front of House at Playhouse on the Square.

Favorite regional performing credits include: Disney Cruise Line (Various), Finding Nemo: The Musical at Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Deb, Coral/Peach), Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown), South Pacific (Nellie Forbush), Catch Me If You Can (Brenda Strong). Local credits: Laurie in Oklahoma! (Kudzu Playhouse), Alice in Bright Star (BPACC) and Ensemble, Ella u/s in Cinderella (Theatre Memphis). Directing credits: The Great Gatsby (Kudzu Playhouse), Frozen Kids (DFT).

Taylor also teaches private voice and audition coaching out of her home in Southaven.

Most importantly, Taylor is a Mama to her two beautiful daughters, Leila and Finleigh.

If you’d like to make a donation to The Grove Theatre, please click on the link below!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-launch-the-grove-theatre-conservatory/cl/o?v=amp14_t2&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2-amp15_t3&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3A2fc0b7f8-bd7c-4164-be95-35a8d3a91736&ts=1751297330

06/29/2025

We have big plans in store and can't wait to share it with the world! Will you be part of our story?

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