Redeem Theatre Group is a local community of homeschool families partnering with the Academy of Arts, a traveling team of professional actors, directors, and technicians. Students participate in an intensive Drama Seminar Week, staging a full production in just one week while gaining hands‑on experience in acting, tech, costumes, and makeup.

• More than a theater program, the week includes daily chapels and discipleship to encourage spiritual growth.

• In addition to the seminar week, Redeem Theatre Group coordinates optional read‑throughs and preparation activities to help students fully engage in the experience.

• The 2026–2027 season features Pilgrim’s Progress for Jr/Sr High students and The Ant and the Grasshopper musical for Elementary students (pending interest).

Meeting Location: Upper Room Christian Fellowship, West Lafayette

Meeting Frequency: Drama Seminar Week - January 18–23, 2027

(Additional optional activities scheduled throughout the year - see website for details)

Website: sites.google.com/view/lafayettetheater

E‑mail: paulandwendischroeder@gmail.com

Age/Grade Range: All Homeschool Ages

CHDT offers two high school, a middle-school, and a upper elementary play each season. 

• Informational meeting generally held in Fall with high school practices starting in December with performances in late-February to early-March.  

• Middle school and upper elementary plays practices starting in early-April with performances in mid-May.

• Parents are expected to volunteer with many opportunities to choose from.

Meeting Frequency: Once weekly for 3-4 hours moving to twice weekly in final weeks of preparation. The week of the play, Tech Week, meets all day leading up to performance.

Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/chdramatroupe2010/

 E-mail: chdtroupe@gmail.com

Request to be added to mailing list for season details.

Age/Grade Range: Ages 10+

Experience the joy of worshiping through movement! Our praise dance group focuses on Hebraic-style dancing to uplifting Christian music. Whether you have two left feet or years of experience, you are welcome here. 

Frequency: Weekly - Every Friday from 2:30-4:00pm,  August - September 2026

Ages/Grade Range: Great for adults & kids alike (Under 12 requires an adult companion)

Location: The Arts Federation Building (TAF)  638 North St., Lafayette, IN 47901

Cost: There is no cost and no registration required—just come as you are. 

Website: sites.google.com/view/praisedance

E-mail: paulandwendischroeder@gmail.com

The Delphi Opera House offers free, seven‑week art enrichment sessions for students in grades K–12 during both the fall and spring. Classes typically meet on Tuesday afternoons and include a wide range of creative opportunities such as visual arts, drawing, painting, and music. Each session is led by experienced local artists and educators, and concludes with a student showcase for families.

Current program details - HERE

Program Highlights

• Hands‑on instruction

• Opportunities in visual arts, drawing, painting, and choir/music

• Led by local artists and teachers

• Student showcase at the end of each session

• All materials provided

Ages/Grade Range: K–12

Location: Delphi Opera House - Delphi, Indiana

Cost: Free for all participants

Website: delphioperahouse.org/

Space is limited. Watch website for registration deadlines.

The Tippecanoe Youth Choir is dedicated to nurturing young voices and fostering a lifelong love of music. Operating across two sessions each year (1)  from October to early December (2) January to early March -  members participate in weekly rehearsals culminating in a final concert. Singers receive instruction in proper vocal technique, tone placement, ear training, and two, three, and four-part harmony.

The program features three choirs: the Children’s Choir for grades 3–5, the Youth Choir for grades 6–8, and the Youth Singers for grades 9–12. We invite young voices from across Greater Lafayette.

Meeting frequency: Once per week rehearsals

Email: tippecanoeyouthchoir@gmail.com

Age/Grade Range: 3rd-12th

Indiana’s only all‑youth ancient fife and drum corps, inspired by the French‑Canadian voyageurs of the 1700s. Students learn fifes and rope‑tension drums while exploring history through music, living history demonstrations, and community performances. No prior musical experience is required, and members develop teamwork, leadership, confidence, and performance skills in a welcoming environment.

• No dues or tuition

• Instruments and instruction provided

• Beginners welcome

• Performs at festivals, historical events, parades, schools, and community celebrations across Indiana

• Families may visit a Monday practice before joining

Meeting Frequency: Mondays, 6:30–7:45 PM

Location: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1005 N. 21st Street, Lafayette, IN

Email: info@vafdc.org

Website: vafdc.org (Find out more detail at their website.)

Facebook: Voyageur Ancient Fife & Drum Corps

Ages/Grades: Youth ages 8–18

Piano & Voice - Emily Newman offers both piano and voice lessons out of her home in Lafayette - 765-237-4027

Piano - Isabel Eleison Piano Studio offers piano lessons in a classical style through foundations in music theory and performance technique. Based in West Lafayette and accepting new students now!  All homeschool ages welcome. isabelolivetti@gmail.com 

Oboe & Bassoon - Jan Applegate offers both oboe and bassoon lessons to all levels – 765-586-4179,  janaroni2@gmail.com

Violin & Viola - Karen Isaacs offers lessons in all levels of violin and beginning & intermediate viola - 765-543-9509

Cello - Leslie Peltier is a local homeschool mom who offers cello lessons to all levels - 505-603-9129, the.whole.me@hotmail.com

Low Brass - Don Isaacs offers lesson for trombone, euphonium/baritone, and tuba at all levels – 765‑543‑9509 – isaacsdon@hotmail.com

Drums - Brad Harner offers drum lessons at McGuire Music - 765-409-1287, bradleyharner@gmail.com

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Quinlan & Fabish – Band & orchestra instrument rentals, repairs, and supplies in Lafayette.

Paige’s Music – Band & orchestra instrument rentals, repairs, and supplies. Indianapolis‑based; weekly Lafayette‑area school visits for pickup, drop‑off, and loaner instruments. Representative will coordinate with homeschool families.

Northside Music Company – Downtown Lafayette new and used piano sales, rentals, tuning, and moving.

McGuire Music & Sound - Lafayette shop specializing in guitars and drums, as well as lessons and repairs.

Some local schools allow homeschool students to participate in their middle and high school band programs. Families will need to check with their specific school system to confirm availability, requirements, and enrollment procedures, as each system sets its own policies.

Opportunities for Homeschoolers

• Class Participation — Some schools, such as Clinton Prairie, have welcomed homeschoolers into their band programs and required attendance only three days per week. Policies vary, so contacting the school directly is essential.

• Band Director Meetings — Families have found success by arranging a meeting with the band director. If your student has prior musical experience, directors often appreciate the chance for the student to “try out” or play for them.

• Performance Opportunities — Participation in school band opens doors to ISSMA Solo & Ensemble contests and Honor Band opportunities through the Indiana Band Masters Association.

• Private Lessons — When combined with weekly private lessons, homeschool students can excel musically while being surrounded by peers who share their interest in performing arts.

Why Band Can Be a Great Fit

Band offers structure, community, and performance experience. Students gain ensemble skills, musical discipline, and access to statewide competitions and honor band events.

StoryGalorey offers fun, educational, Christian, story-based learning experiences for children through engaging story times, themed activities, and hands‑on enrichment. Their programs encourage imagination, early literacy, and a love of reading in a warm, welcoming environment. It’s a wonderful local resource for families looking to add joyful, story‑centered learning to their homeschool week.

Infusing their love of reading with a passion for creating visual art! 

Website: storygalorey.com

Age/Grade Range: Art Classes for Elementary & Middle School Kids

Flourish Studio & Classroom offers creative, hands‑on learning experiences rooted in process‑based art, exploratory play, and creative wellness. They believe creativity is about exploring, experimenting, and expressing - not producing a perfect end result. 

Flourish emphasizes curiosity over comparison and sensory experiences over step‑by‑step instruction, creating spaces where children, teens, and adults can slow down, take risks, and grow. Art becomes a tool for connection, regulation, confidence, and joy.

Address: 125 N 6th St., Lafayette, IN 47901

Phone: 765-323-2100

Email: info@flourishstudioandclassroom.com

Website: flourishstudioandclassroom.com

Age/Grade Range: All ages