First Stage Children's Theater

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Theater Academy

First Stage Children's Theater is committed to providing theater experiences of the highest quality for young people and their families. Every young person should have the opportunity to attend and participate in theater. First Stage Theater Academy teaches life skills through stage skills—offering classes for students of all ages, cultures, and abilities. Our professional staff strives to provide the best theater training we can while being conscious of the development of each individual student—helping each student to take their next step as an actor and as a person.

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At the First Stage Theater Academy, you’ll find:

A staff comprising some of the finest professional theater artists in the region
Classes to inspire and engage every student, from the beginner to the advanced
An inspiring, welcoming environment that encourages each student to take his or her next step, as an actor and as a person

Whether you are an aspiring performer or designer or just want to build confidence and make new friends; the Academy is the place to be! Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please remember to register early; many of our classes fill quickly.

School year 2010-11 registration is now available online!

Fall: September 25 - November 20, 2010
Winter: January 22 - March 17, 2011
Spring: March 26 - May 26, 2011
Spring Break Academy: April 25 - 29, 2011

2010-11 School Year Brochure

2010-11 School Year Registration Form

Summer 2010 registration continues online.

This summer, one-week, two-week, three-week, and four-week sessions available at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center in Brookfield and the Oconomowoc Arts Center.

Summer: June 21 - August 13, 2010

Summer Brochure
Summer Registration Form

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