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SUM26 Live & Unscripted: Improv Studio

$190

with Nate Jorgensen

Calendar Aug 3, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Grades 8-12, 6:00-9:00 PM, August August 3-7
$180 Subscribers/$190 Non-Subscribers

In this skill-building improv class, develop quick thinking skills and collaboration through games and exercises designed for both beginners and advanced performers. Using the core principle of “Yes, and,” students will learn how to create characters, support their improv partners, and create confident, funny moments on the spot. The class culminates in a high-energy showcase with audience participation, inspired by Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Full Course

SUM26 Ban this Book

$300

with Sarah Schaefer

Calendar Aug 10, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 6-8, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, August 10-14
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Amy Anne, the heroine of Ban This Book, takes action when her favorite book is removed from the library. Using the book as your inspiration, create our own  performance, focusing on how one person, even you, can make a change in your community. Performance on the final day!

Full Course

SUM26 Stagecraft and Stories: Dogman and Catkid

$300
Calendar Aug 10, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, August 10-14
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

The heroic hound with a real nose for justice and his furry feline sidekick have a mystery to sniff out! Help solve the mystery of the missing starlet while staying one step ahead of Petey, the world’s most evil cat. Share a showcase of favorite scenes with parents on the final day.

Full Course

SUM26 Stagecraft and Stories: I Survived

$300

with Josie Gillette

Calendar Aug 10, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 4-5, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, August 10-14
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Based on the best-selling series of the same name, create the scenery and tell the harrowing true stories of survival, from the perspective of kids-just like you-in life or death situations. Perform a collection of scenes for family and friends on the final day!

Full Course

F26 Creative Drama I: Picture Perfect

$195

with Robin Fulton

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 10 weeks

4-5 year old Pre-K and Kindergarten (must be at least 4 by 9/15/26) • Saturdays, 9:00-9:55 AM • Sept. 12-Nov. 14 $185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Picture books are the introduction to the magic of storytelling for children. We’ll dramatize some of our favorites each week, and bring favorite characters and stories to life, in fun, creative atmosphere. We’ll introduce basic theatre concepts, while reinforcing literacy and cooperation skills.

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F26 Creative Characters: FUNdamentals Session A

$244
Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 9:15 am, runs for 10 weeks

Grades 2-3 • Saturdays, 9:15-10:30 AM • Sept. 12-Nov. 14 • $234 Subscribers/$244 Non-Subscribers

This hybrid of creative drama and performance was created especially for those 2nd and 3rd graders who are ready to begin a more disciplined approach to theatre. While keeping it fun and light, young actors will use scripted and original material to focus on creating a character and collaborating with others in an ensemble. This is a beginning acting class that focuses on vocal projection and fluency, expressiveness and body awareness. Returning students welcome!

Parents can attend an informal showcase on the last day of class.*  

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F26 Kids Invent Theatre: Playmakers Session A

$289

with Tali Eisenstadt

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 11 weeks

Grades 4-6 • Saturdays, 9:30-11:00 AM • Sept. 12-Nov. 21 • $279 Subscribers/$289 Non-Subscribers

Wanted: young actors who are ready to take the stage by storm. Work on vocal projection, diction and body awareness, along with other performance skills, using a play chosen just for our class needs. Rehearse, polish and present your show for your parents!* All levels of experience and returning students welcome!

Full Course

F26 Kids Invent Theatre: Playmakers Session B

$289

with Emily Konzen

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 11 weeks

Grades 4-6 • Saturdays, 9:30-11:00 AM • Sept. 12-Nov. 21 •
$279 Subscribers/$289 Non-Subscribers

Wanted: young actors who are ready to take the stage by storm. Work on vocal projection, diction and body awareness, along with other performance skills, using a play chosen just for our class needs. Rehearse, polish and present your show for your parents! All levels of experience and returning students welcome!





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