Crete Street Studio
Welcome to Crete Street Studio – BTG’s exciting Youth Theatre Programme.
We are looking forward to the benefits this programme has for our students, whether it be assisting them at school, developing skills for their future careers, or just exploring their hobbies and passions. We welcome you to the Crete Street family whether you are a returning student, or a fresh face.
Crete Street Studio classes are designed by the tutors themselves, with consultation from the BTG Committee and educational experts. Student outcomes are at the forefront of our programme, which are drawn from the Australian Curriculum. Each class throughout the year will be striving to achieve measurable learning goals.
In 2026, we are offering six streams:
- Acting
- Musical Theatre
- JETS (Under 10)
- Adult
- Performance
- Masterclasses
Classes for 2026 Begin 2 February.
We’ll be holding an information night on January 22nd, 6.00pm at the theatre.
All relevant information can be accessed by the buttons and links below.
2026 Timetable:
Mondays
Performance (Ages 10-18) | 4.30-6.30pm
Adult (Ages 18-25) | 6.30-7.30pm
Tuesdays
Acting 1 (Ages 10-14) | 4-5.30pm
Acting 2 (Ages 15-18) | 5.30-7pm
Wednesdays
JETS (Ages 5-9) | 4-5pm
Masterclass (Open Ages) | 5pm-7pm
Thursdays
Musical Theatre 1 (Ages 10-14) | 4-5.30pm
Musical Theatre 2 (Ages 15-18) | 5.30-7pm
Please note that class times are subject to change depending on enrolments and feedback. Students and families will be notified via email and the CSS Facebook pages of any changes
For up-to-date notices, stay tuned to our Facebook page or our Instagram account.
2026 Crete Street Studio Tutors
Alicia Brite
Alicia Brite is an emerging artist, composer and lyricist located in Meanjin, Brisbane. Passionate about the musical theatre genre she has been involved in theatre onstage, offstage and in production roles in Brisbane for over 15 years. As a performer, writer and educator she is passionate about the art of storytelling and the opportunity to share unique experiences through performing arts. Training with Janette LoVetri, Alicia obtained certification for Level III somatic voice work from the LoVetri institute. Followed by a Bachelor of music with distinction through the University of Southern Queensland. Alicia works in a variety of production team roles for school musicals and community theatre productions. As an autistic artist, she is impassioned to create an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
Alicia will be teaching Musical Theatre 1 & 2 and Performance.
Jackson Paul
Jackson Paul (he/they) is a theatre maker, writer and educator living in Brisbane and originally hailing from Bundaberg. He graduated from the University of Queensland with an arts degree majoring in drama and is about to commence his Master of Education at the same university. He has had training in acting and performance from QUT as well as performing, directing and writing for many independent, student and community theatre companies over the past three years. Jackson was an executive of Underground Theatre company for three years and has a particular passion for developing new work and creating a community where all artists feel comfortable to create.
Jackson will be teaching Acting 1 & 2
Zachary Stehn-Prewett
Zachary Stehn-Prewett is an emerging artist, writer, performer, and registered teacher based in Logan. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and Education from the University of Queensland, where he developed his performance practice and deepened his understanding of Drama as an art form. Zachary is passionate about community-driven theatre and is committed to creating meaningful artistic opportunities for young people. During his time at UQ, he served on the executive board for the university’s theatre society, supporting productions and fostering creative collaboration. As an alumnus of Beenleigh’s Crete Street Theatre program, Zachary is excited to continue working with young performers, helping them build confidence, creativity, and performance skills through the arts.
Zachary will be teaching Performance and Adult Classes
Layla Stevens
Layla Stevens has a strong passion for musical theatre and performance, with experience across acting, singing, dancing, and backstage theatre.
Layla has worked both onstage and behind the scenes, from performing lead roles in school productions to assisting with props, costumes, sound, and microphone cueing, as well as supporting young performers as part of youth theatre ensembles.
She is currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) at QUT and is working towards a career in the performing arts. Layla loves helping students build confidence, creativity, and a love for performance, and is very excited to meet everyone and work together to make 2026 a fantastic year at CSS.
Layla will be teaching JETS
