Founded in Marin County California in 1988 by Virginia Stapleton, the school is distinguished by its commitment to inclusiveness and respect while providing high quality performing arts training.

The Stapleton School takes immense pride in creating a community that fosters creativity and uses the arts as a vehicle to promote personal development. One of the Bay Area’s largest non-profit performing arts institutions, the Stapleton School provides a nurturing and welcoming atmosphere where participants will always find a sense of community.