WINTER/SPRING 2025
AFTER-SCHOOL CLASSES
ON STAGE! IN A REAL THEATER!

OUR UNIQUE PROGRAM
GIVES EVERY KID A CHANCE TO BE A STAR!!

Song-optional musicals give every child their own solo song,
Or they can choose not to sing! Actor’s choice!
Plus, create your own play in “Creative Dramatics”!

Every child gets an equal part in every show, with great roles for boys and girls. In each play, Kids get the best of both worlds - a fun, full theater production on the big, beautiful Playhouse stage, AND a nurturing, friendly atmosphere, that allows every student to really shine!

SONG-OPTIONAL MUSICALS, AGES 6-13:

“HONEY, I SHRUNK THE ACTORS”
Monday class 5:15-6:45pm
OR
Tuesday class 4-5:30pm
OR
Wednesday class 5:15-6:45pm
OR
Thursday class 4-5:30pm


“ROCK & ROLL HIGH: Too Cool for School”
Monday class 4-5:30pm
OR
Tuesday class 5:15-6:45pm
OR
Wednesday class 4-5:30pm

 

NON-MUSICAL:

“CREATIVE DRAMATICS”
Ages 7 and up
A one-of-a-kind experience where your child creates their own play!
Fridays 4pm-5:30pm

 

 

 



ages 6-13

A group of kids has big dreams of Broadway but no stage to perform their play. When they find an old barn to use as a theater, they discover mysterious inventions inside. Then a button gets pushed on one of the gadgets and the whole gang is instantly shrunk!

Now new challenges, including a super-sized kitty, are around every corner. Can they reverse things, or will they be shrunk forever? A big adventure!

This musical gives each student their own star-turn in the spotlight, including a solo song if they wish! We also do super-fun theater games that nurture creativity in a lively, positive atmosphere.

So join us for a tall tale of grand adventure. “HONEY, I SHRUNK THE ACTORS” proves good things do come in small packages!

Meets once a week. Choose from:

Mon class: 5:15-6:45pm, Feb 24-May 5 (off 4/14)
Recital May 5 at 7:15pm

Tues class: 4-5:30pm, March 4-May 13 (off 4/15)
Recital May 13 at 6pm

Wed class: 5:15-6:45pm, Feb 26-May 7 (off 4/16)
Recital May 7 at 7:15pm

Thurs class: 4-5:30pm, Feb 27-May 15 (off 4/3, 4/17)
Recital May 15 at 6pm

Taught by Artistic Director Janet Sales
Tuition: $340*

note: If a student prefers not to sing, that is fine too,
we can omit their song. Just let us know.

* add $10 Registration Fee if registering after Feb 10th



ages 6-13

TJoin us for a Rock & Roll High School Dream. Some kids trying to be “super cool” encounter some so-called “ultra-nerds” who want to become the new thing – without giving up their pocket protectors! Meanwhile, some girls who fancy themselves like the Pink Ladies meet the new rich kids, who think they are ‘all-that’. It’s so hard being a Teen in the 50’s!

But then, when a Rock ‘n Roll talent show comes to the school, they embrace inclusion and band together to rock around the clock. Great songs from Grease, plus favorite 50’s hits and even a little Elvis…and more!

This musical gives every student a star-turn. We also do exciting theater exercises that build confidence and creativity in a supportive, lively setting.

So grab your leather jacket and get ready to Rock Out! You’ll be too cool for school too!

Meets once a week. Choose from:

Mon class: 4-5:30pm, March 3-May 12 (off 4/14)
Recital May 12 at 6pm

Tues class: 5:15-6:45pm, Feb 25-May 6 (off 4/15)
Recital May 6 at 7:15pm

Wed class: 4-5:30pm, March 5-May 14 (off 4/16)
Recital May 14 at 6pm

Taught by Artistic Director Janet Sales
Tuition: $340*

note: If a student prefers not to sing, that is fine too,
we can omit their song. Just let us know.

* add $10 Registration Fee if registering after Feb 10th



ages 7 and up

A one-of-a-kind experience where the students create their very own play! A lively and energetic class with a Big Performance that highlights every child. Each week, students’ ideas are encouraged and nurtured as we create our own characters and scenes.

Plus we do improvisations, play lots of theater games, create commercials and more! Then we perform our own original play and everyone gets an equal role! A fun-filled, fast-moving class with lots of variety that helps emerging young actors develop their potential.

“CREATVE DRAMATICS” is a completely unique experience, that nurtures young actors!

Meets Fridays, 4pm-5:30pm, Feb 28-May 16 (off 4/4, 4/18)
Recital Friday May 16 at 6pm

Taught by Artistic Director Janet Sales

Tuition: $340*

* add $10 Registration Fee if registering after Feb 10th









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