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W26 Creative Characters: Act Out! Session A

$234

with Katie Dorrell

Calendar Jan 3, 2026 at 9:15 am, runs for 10 weeks

W25 Creative Characters: Act Out Session A

Grades 2-3 • Saturdays, 9:15-10:30 AM, Jan. 3 – Mar. 7, 2026 • $224 Subscribers/$234 Non-subscribers

Students continue to transition to a more disciplined approach to theatre arts. While keeping it developmentally appropriate, young actors will begin to 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 will focus on vocal projection and fluency, expressiveness, and body awareness.

*Parents may attend an informal sharing on the last day of class.

Full Course

W26 Creative Characters: Act Out! Session B

$234

with Katie Dorrell

Calendar Jan 3, 2026 at 10:45 am, runs for 10 weeks

W25 Creative Characters: Act Out Session B

Grades 2-3 • Saturdays, 10:45-12:00 PM, Jan. 3 – Mar. 7, 2026 • $224 Subscribers/$234 Non-subscribers

Students continue to transition to a more disciplined approach to theatre arts. While keeping it developmentally appropriate, young actors will begin to 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 will focus on vocal projection and fluency, expressiveness, and body awareness.

*Parents may attend an informal sharing on the last day of class.

Full Course

SB26 Making a Scene

$190
Calendar Mar 16, 2026 at 12:30 pm, runs for 1 week

MAKING A SCENE

Grades 1-2 • March 16-20, 2026 • 12:30-3:30 PM • $180 Subscribers/$190 Non-Subscribers

Drawing from favorite children’s plays such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Miss Nelson is Missing, Junie B. Jones,and more, perform scenes in large and small groups. Have fun while working on beginning acting skills and ensemble building. Parents are invited on the final day for a scene showcase. New scenes each session for returning campers!

SP26 Broadway Bound

$260

with Derek Phelps

Calendar Mar 28, 2026 at 9:45 am, runs for 8 weeks

BROADWAY BOUND

Grades 3-4 • Saturdays, 9:45-11:45 AM, Mar. 28-May 16, 2026 * • $250 Subscribers/$260 Non-subscribers

Learn musical theatre show tunes and add basic choreography in a fun yet professional atmosphere. Participate in our spring musical revue showcase for family and friends on the final day.

*Showcase on May 16th at 11:00 AM 

Full Course

SP26 Broadway Troupers Session B

$165
Calendar Mar 28, 2026 at 10:15 am, runs for 8 weeks

Grades 1-2 • Saturdays, 10:15-11:15 AM, Mar. 28-May 16, 2026 * • $155 Subscribers/$165 Non-subscribers

Children explore singing and movement in this fun, creative, explorative class centered around musical theatre. Participate in our spring musical revue showcase for family and friends on the final day.

*Showcase on May 16th at 11:00 AM 

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SUM26 Pirate Academy Morning Session*

$195
Calendar Jun 8, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, June 8-12
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Through theatre games, goofy character creation, and imaginative scene work, students bring over-the-top pirate adventures to life. The class culminates in a fun, informal showcase where students share their pirate scenes and stories with family and friends.

*Please sign up for either the AM or the PM session.

SUM26 Pirate Academy Afternoon Session*

$195
Calendar Jun 8, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 1:00-4:00 PM, June 8-12
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Through theatre games, goofy character creation, and imaginative scene work, students bring over-the-top pirate adventures to life. The class culminates in a fun, informal showcase where students share their pirate scenes and stories with family and friends.

*Please sign up for either the AM or the PM session.

SUM26 Never Girls & Lost Boys Morning Session*

$195
Calendar Jun 15, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, June 15-19
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

A group of friends is whisked away to Neverland, where the Never Girls and Lost Boys explore side by side in a world of pixies, pirates, and mermaids. Through imagination and teamwork, bring this adventurous story to life and work together to find your way home. On the final day, share scenes from your Neverland adventure with parents and family.

*Please sign up for either the AM or the PM session.





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