Our exciting acting curriculum varies in intensity with age, experience, and length of session. Acting is at the core of everything we teach and it takes a lifetime to master.
For Summer Academy 2025, please select the classes based on the grade level your student will be entering in the 2025-2026 school-year.
Please note that discounts cannot be stacked. The website will automatically apply the best discount available based on the contents of your cart.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 21-25
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Friends from Every Habitat
Get your imaginary safari hats and binoculars ready! Enter the world of animals as you dive into new friendships, exploration, and teamwork to bring to life the stories of your favorite animal pals!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 21-25
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Friends from Every Habitat
Get your imaginary safari hats and binoculars ready! Enter the world of animals as you dive into new friendships, exploration, and teamwork to bring to life the stories of your favorite animal pals!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 29-August 1
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Enchanted Ever After
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away there was a magical land of fairytales, beautiful princesses, handsome princes, and dragons! Embark on a journey of creativity to explore this realm making your own happily ever after.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Enchanted Ever After
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away there was a magical land of fairytales, beautiful princesses, handsome princes, and dragons! Embark on a journey of creativity to explore this realm making your own happily ever after.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Outer Space and the Stars
Launch into a galaxy of fun! Students will use voice, movement, and their imagination to explore new universes, as they learn about creating stories that are out of this world.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Outer Space and the Stars
Launch into a galaxy of fun! Students will use voice, movement, and their imagination to explore new universes, as they learn about creating stories that are out of this world.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Enchanted Ever After
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away there was a magical land of fairytales, beautiful princesses, handsome princes, and dragons! Embark on a journey of creativity to explore this realm making your own happily ever after.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Enchanted Ever After
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away there was a magical land of fairytales, beautiful princesses, handsome princes, and dragons! Embark on a journey of creativity to explore this realm making your own happily ever after.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Outer Space and the Stars
Launch into a galaxy of fun! Students will use voice, movement, and their imagination to explore new universes, as they learn about creating stories that are out of this world.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Outer Space and the Stars
Launch into a galaxy of fun! Students will use voice, movement, and their imagination to explore new universes, as they learn about creating stories that are out of this world.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 21-25
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Marvel Multiverse Madness
Ready to save the universe with your favorite marvel characters? Dust off your capes and whip out your imagination to create new characters, explore your superhero capabilities, and work as a team to save the world!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 21-25
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Galactic Guardians
Could there be alien life in space? Be prepared to find out! Put your imaginations to the test as you work as a team of astronauts discovering secrets and solving problems. Defy gravity and the limits of possibility of Earth!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Dinosaur Park: The Lost World
Ready to go back in time? Work together to develop the lost world of the dinosaurs and dream up the Jurassic Park style adventure. Use your body, voice, and imagination to explore the dangerous dinosaurs.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Heihei and Pua’s Island Antics
Join Heihei and Pua for some adventures around the island! Inspired by Disney’s hit movie Moana, students will use their Actor Tools of Voice, Body, and Imagination to create stories about friendship and the importance of fun!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Heihei and Pua’s Island Antics
Join Heihei and Pua for some adventures around the island! Inspired by Disney’s hit movie Moana, students will use their Actor Tools of Voice, Body, and Imagination to create stories about friendship and the importance of fun!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Dinosaur Park: The Lost World
Ready to go back in time? Work together to develop the lost world of the dinosaurs and dream up the Jurassic Park style adventure. Use your body, voice, and imagination to explore the dangerous dinosaurs.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Dinosaur Park: The Lost World
Ready to go back in time? Work together to develop the lost world of the dinosaurs and dream up the Jurassic Park style adventure. Use your body, voice, and imagination to explore the dangerous dinosaurs.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Heihei and Pua’s Island Antics
Join Heihei and Pua for some adventures around the island! Inspired by Disney’s hit movie Moana, students will use their Actor Tools of Voice, Body, and Imagination to create stories about friendship and the importance of fun!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Heihei and Pua’s Island Antics
Join Heihei and Pua for some adventures around the island! Inspired by Disney’s hit movie Moana, students will use their Actor Tools of Voice, Body, and Imagination to create stories about friendship and the importance of fun!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.
Dinosaur Park: The Lost World
Ready to go back in time? Work together to develop the lost world of the dinosaurs and dream up the Jurassic Park style adventure. Use your body, voice, and imagination to explore the dangerous dinosaurs.
Monday-Friday, July 21-25
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, August 4-8
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 28-August 8
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, August 4-8
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 21-25
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 28-August 1
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 21-August 1
GRADES 3-4 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 3-4 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
SCENE STUDY: Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.
VOICE/SPEECH: Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 28-August 8
GRADES 5-12 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 5-12 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
ACTING THEORY: Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
IMPROVISATION: Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.
SHAKESPEARE: Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.
VOICE & MOVEMENT: The use of speaking techniques increases relaxation, resonance, articulation and projection. By using movement techniques students will enhance balance, agility, stage presence, awareness and focus.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 21-August 8
GRADES 5-12 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 5-12 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
ACTING THEORY: Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
IMPROVISATION: Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.
SHAKESPEARE: Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.
VOICE & MOVEMENT: The use of speaking techniques increases relaxation, resonance, articulation and projection. By using movement techniques students will enhance balance, agility, stage presence, awareness and focus.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Monday-Friday, July 21-August 1
GRADES 5-12 CURRICULUM
BEGINNING OF DAY: Each Academy day begins with all 5-12 grade groups gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.
ACTING THEORY: Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
IMPROVISATION: Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
MUSICAL THEATER: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.
SHAKESPEARE: Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.
VOICE & MOVEMENT: The use of speaking techniques increases relaxation, resonance, articulation and projection. By using movement techniques students will enhance balance, agility, stage presence, awareness and focus.
END OF DAY: Each Academy Day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 11-15
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 18-22
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 11-22
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 11-15
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 18-22
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 11-22
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
Theater Academy classes designed for both verbal and non-verbal students, students with classic autism, PDD-NOS, other sensory processing disorders, and Asperger's. If you wish to hear about our program offerings and course availability, please contact our Theater Academy offices at (414) 267-2970 or nextsteps@firststage.org.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4
MONSTER MAYHEM
Monsters are so much more than just scary things under your bed! Use your body, voice, and imagination to build hauntingly fun stories.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4
SCENE STUDY
THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this brand-new script.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4
MUSICAL THEATER
BROADWAY’S DISNEY HITS
From the castle to the stage, this musical theater class will feature songs from beloved Disney classics that made their way to Broadway! Sing, dance, and act your heart out as you bring the magic of Disney to life.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4
ACTING
Dive into mysterious characters, creepy scenes, and ghostly drama as we explore the story behind our upcoming show Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
9:00-9:30am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
YOU & ME
MOTHER GHOST: NURSERY RHYMES FOR LITTLE MONSTERS
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:45-10:15am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
YOU & ME
MOTHER GHOST: NURSERY RHYMES FOR LITTLE MONSTERS
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:30-10:15am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
STORY DRAMA
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
10:30-11:15am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
STORY DRAMA
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
MONSTER MAYHEM
Monsters are so much more than just scary things under your bed! Use your body, voice, and imagination to build hauntingly fun stories.
10:45-11:45am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
MONSTER MAYHEM
Monsters are so much more than just scary things under your bed! Use your body, voice, and imagination to build hauntingly fun stories.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this brand-new script.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
ACTING
Dive into mysterious characters, creepy scenes, and ghostly drama as we explore the story behind our upcoming show Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
BROADWAY’S DISNEY HITS
From the castle to the stage, this musical theater class will feature songs from beloved Disney classics that made their way to Broadway! Sing, dance, and act your heart out as you bring the magic of Disney to life.
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
MUSICAL THEATER
Take the stage with Live from Broadway!, a high-energy musical theater class featuring songs from today’s hottest Broadway hits! Sing, dance, and act your heart out as you bring the magic of modern musicals to life.
12:30-1:30pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
IMPROVISATION
Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
1:00-2:00pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
STAGE COMBAT
Stage combat is the art of creating realistic-looking stunts, falls, and fights — safely! Students of all experience levels will be able to learn fundamental stage combat techniques with hands-on lessons in a safe and controlled classroom, all while gaining trust in each other and their own physicality
2:00-3:00pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
PUPPETRY
Bring characters to life in this hands-on class — Bringing Puppets to Life — where your imagination takes center stage! From shadow puppets to hand puppets, you’ll learn how to move, voice, and perform with all types of puppets.
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
Please email nextsteps@firststage.org or call 414-267-2941 to register.
NEXT STEPS
Designed for students on the autism spectrum, Next Steps classes help students take their “next steps” as an artist and a person. First Stage creates a safe space for all students to express themselves and develop as individuals without judgment or fear of failure. Guided by our philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of theater arts each day with a team of teaching artists and special education professionals.
Class Sizes: Our classroom model includes teams of lead teachers, special education professionals, and teaching assistants with approximately a 2:1 student to teacher ratio. Family aides may accompany a student to class as necessary and agreed upon between the family and First Stage.
Next Steps Curriculum: Explore character, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
10:00-10:45am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
MONSTER MAYHEM
Monsters are so much more than just scary things under your bed! Use your body, voice, and imagination to build hauntingly fun stories.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
SCENE STUDY
THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this brand-new script.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
MUSICAL THEATER
BROADWAY’S DISNEY HITS
From the castle to the stage, this musical theater class will feature songs from beloved Disney classics that made their way to Broadway! Sing, dance, and act your heart out as you bring the magic of Disney to life.
9:00-9:30am, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
YOU & ME
MOTHER GHOST: NURSERY RHYMES FOR LITTLE MONSTERS
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
10:00-10:45am, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
PUMPKIN PATCH OF POSSIBILITY!
All of us are unique, just like pumpkins! Students will use their imagination and voice to explore the importance of being ourselves and supporting each other like good friends in a patch.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
MONSTER MAYHEM
Monsters are so much more than just scary things under your bed! Use your body, voice, and imagination to build hauntingly fun stories.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this brand-new script.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
BROADWAY’S DISNEY HITS
From the castle to the stage, this musical theater class will feature songs from beloved Disney classics that made their way to Broadway! Sing, dance, and act your heart out as you bring the magic of Disney to life.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, January 13 - February 17
MEDIEVAL MAGIC
Kings, princesses, wizards, and dragons are everywhere! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to craft royally fun stories.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, January 13 - February 17
LOVABYE DRAGON
An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship between a lonely girl and an even lonelier dragon. Together they embark on a grand adventure to the farthest far away only to face their greatest challenge. Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this touching story.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, January 13 - February 17
WICKED
This musical theater class will feature songs from the Tony Award Winning Musical, Wicked! Our students will dance through life using the engaging world of Oz and the hit songs and dances of the fan-favorite musical!
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, January 13 - February 17
PETER PAN & WENDY
Through the magic of stage wizardry and the power of your imagination, you will find yourself transported along with Wendy and her brothers to Neverland — a place of magic and wonder, of danger and suspense, but above all a place where you will believe in the seemingly unbelievable! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
9:00-9:30am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
DRAGON DREAMLAND
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:45-10:15am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
DRAGON DREAMLAND
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:30-10:15am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
Even dragons need a friend! Students will use movement, imagination, and storytelling to explore themes of kindness, comfort, and connection as they bring the world of Lovabye Dragon to life.
10:30-11:15am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
Even dragons need a friend! Students will use movement, imagination, and storytelling to explore themes of kindness, comfort, and connection as they bring the world of Lovabye Dragon to life.
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
MEDIEVAL MAGIC
Kings, princesses, wizards, and dragons are everywhere! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to craft royally fun stories.
10:45-11:45am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
MEDIEVAL MAGIC
Kings, princesses, wizards, and dragons are everywhere! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to craft royally fun stories.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship between a lonely girl and an even lonelier dragon. Together they embark on a grand adventure to the farthest far away only to face their greatest challenge. Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this touching story.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
PETER PAN & WENDY
Through the magic of stage wizardry and the power of your imagination, you will find yourself transported along with Wendy and her brothers to Neverland — a place of magic and wonder, of danger and suspense, but above all a place where you will believe in the seemingly unbelievable! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
WICKED
This musical theater class will feature songs from the Tony Award Winning Musical, Wicked! Our students will dance through life using the engaging world of Oz and the hit songs and dances of the fan-favorite musical!
1:00-2:00pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
THE SONGS OF STEPHEN SCHWARTZ
From Wicked to Pippin to Godspell, discover the unforgettable music of Stephen Schwartz! In this dynamic musical theater class, students will sing, dance, and act their way through iconic songs that celebrate storytelling, imagination, and heart.
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
IMPROVISATION
Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
1:30-2:30pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
STAGE COMBAT
Stage combat is the art of creating realistic-looking stunts, falls, and fights — safely! Students of all experience levels will be able to learn fundamental stage combat techniques with hands-on lessons in a safe and controlled classroom, all while gaining trust in each other and their own physicality
12:30-1:30pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
ACTING FOR THE CAMERA
Lights, camera, action! In this on-camera acting class, students will learn the fundamentals of performing for film and TV. Through scenes, monologues, and on-set exercises, young actors will explore how to adapt their performance for the screen, build confidence in front of the camera, and bring characters to life with subtlety and truth.
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
Please email nextsteps@firststage.org or call 414-267-2941 to register.
NEXT STEPS
Designed for students on the autism spectrum, Next Steps classes help students take their “next steps” as an artist and a person. First Stage creates a safe space for all students to express themselves and develop as individuals without judgment or fear of failure. Guided by our philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of theater arts each day with a team of teaching artists and special education professionals.
Class Sizes: Our classroom model includes teams of lead teachers, special education professionals, and teaching assistants with approximately a 2:1 student to teacher ratio. Family aides may accompany a student to class as necessary and agreed upon between the family and First Stage.
Next Steps Curriculum: Explore character, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
Even dragons need a friend! Students will use movement, imagination, and storytelling to explore themes of kindness, comfort, and connection as they bring the world of Lovabye Dragon to life.
10:00-10:45am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
Even dragons need a friend! Students will use movement, imagination, and storytelling to explore themes of kindness, comfort, and connection as they bring the world of Lovabye Dragon to life.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
MEDIEVAL MAGIC
Kings, princesses, wizards, and dragons are everywhere! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to craft royally fun stories.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
LOVABYE DRAGON
An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship between a lonely girl and an even lonelier dragon. Together they embark on a grand adventure to the farthest far away only to face their greatest challenge. Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence using this touching story.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, January 17 - February 21
PETER PAN & WENDY
Through the magic of stage wizardry and the power of your imagination, you will find yourself transported along with Wendy and her brothers to Neverland — a place of magic and wonder, of danger and suspense, but above all a place where you will believe in the seemingly unbelievable! Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, April 7 - May 19
(No classes on April 21)
OLAF AND SVEN'S BIG ADVENTURE
Reindeer, snowmen, and silly surprises await! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to help Olaf and Sven set off on a brand-new adventure full of friendship, fun, and frosty magic.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, April 7 - May 19
(No classes on 4/21)
FROZEN
Step into the world of Frozen and bring your favorite characters to life! Students will explore short scenes inspired by Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and friends—building acting skills, teamwork, and confidence as they practice working with partners, using expressive voices, and creating magical moments onstage.
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, April 7 - May 19
(No classes on 4/21)
FROZEN
Do you want to build a snowman—or belt out “Let It Go”? Students will sing, dance, and act their way through the world of Frozen. With fun group numbers and character moments, young performers will grow their confidence and shine like stars on the snowy stage!
4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays, April 7 - May 19
(No classes on 4/21)
FROZEN
Dive deeper into the world of Frozen through character-driven scene work and storytelling! In this acting class, students will explore the emotions, relationships, and journeys of characters like Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and more—building performance skills, ensemble connection, and stage presence along the way.
9:00-9:30am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
FROZEN TALES
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:45-10:15am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
FROZEN TALES
Young people love using their imaginations to explore the world around them, and they love the special interactions that exist with a guardian. Share unique experiences and wonderful moments through creative drama by participating in a class with your favorite young person.
Note: An adult, Parent, or Guardian must accompany student to all You & Me classes
9:30-10:15am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
ADVENTURES IN ARENDELLE
Magic is everywhere in Arendelle! Students will use their imaginations, voices, and movement to journey through snowy forests, enchanted castles, and magical moments—celebrating bravery, friendship, and the power of being yourself.
10:30-11:15am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
ADVENTURES IN ARENDELLE
Magic is everywhere in Arendelle! Students will use their imaginations, voices, and movement to journey through snowy forests, enchanted castles, and magical moments—celebrating bravery, friendship, and the power of being yourself.
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am
(No classes on 4/25)
OLAF AND SVEN'S BIG ADVENTURE
Reindeer, snowmen, and silly surprises await! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to help Olaf and Sven set off on a brand-new adventure full of friendship, fun, and frosty magic.
10:45-11:45am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
OLAF AND SVEN'S BIG ADVENTURE
Reindeer, snowmen, and silly surprises await! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to help Olaf and Sven set off on a brand-new adventure full of friendship, fun, and frosty magic.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
FROZEN
Step into the world of Frozen and bring your favorite characters to life! Students will explore short scenes inspired by Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and friends—building acting skills, teamwork, and confidence as they practice working with partners, using expressive voices, and creating magical moments onstage.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
FROZEN
Dive deeper into the world of Frozen through character-driven scene work and storytelling! In this acting class, students will explore the emotions, relationships, and journeys of characters like Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and more—building performance skills, ensemble connection, and stage presence along the way.
1:00-2:00pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
FROZEN
Do you want to build a snowman—or belt out “Let It Go”? Students will sing, dance, and act their way through the world of Frozen. With fun group numbers and character moments, young performers will grow their confidence and shine like stars on the snowy stage!
1:00-2:00pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL THEATER HITS!
Get ready to sing, dance, and act to the sounds of today’s biggest musicals! From Hamilton to Waitress to Six, this high-energy class will have students diving into powerful songs, dynamic choreography, and character-driven scenes from modern Broadway favorites. Perfect for performers ready to shine in the spotlight!
12:30-1:30pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
IMPROVISATION
Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
1:30-2:30pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
STAGE COMBAT
Stage combat is the art of creating realistic-looking stunts, falls, and fights — safely! Students of all experience levels will be able to learn fundamental stage combat techniques with hands-on lessons in a safe and controlled classroom, all while gaining trust in each other and their own physicality
12:30-1:30pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes at 4/25)
COSTUME CREATION & CHARACTER DESIGN
From sketchbook to stage! In this hands-on class, students will explore the art of costume design and how clothing helps bring characters to life. Through drawing, fabric work, and creative storytelling, young designers will learn how to develop original costume pieces while building characters from the outside in. Perfect for artists, actors, and anyone who loves to imagine bold new worlds through design!
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 23
(No classes on 4/25)
Please email nextsteps@firststage.org or call 414-267-2941 to register.
NEXT STEPS
Designed for students on the autism spectrum, Next Steps classes help students take their “next steps” as an artist and a person. First Stage creates a safe space for all students to express themselves and develop as individuals without judgment or fear of failure. Guided by our philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of theater arts each day with a team of teaching artists and special education professionals.
Class Sizes: Our classroom model includes teams of lead teachers, special education professionals, and teaching assistants with approximately a 2:1 student to teacher ratio. Family aides may accompany a student to class as necessary and agreed upon between the family and First Stage.
Next Steps Curriculum: Explore character, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 16
ADVENTURES IN ARENDELLE
Magic is everywhere in Arendelle! Students will use their imaginations, voices, and movement to journey through snowy forests, enchanted castles, and magical moments—celebrating bravery, friendship, and the power of being yourself.
10:00-10:45am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 16
ADVENTURES IN ARENDELLE
Magic is everywhere in Arendelle! Students will use their imaginations, voices, and movement to journey through snowy forests, enchanted castles, and magical moments—celebrating bravery, friendship, and the power of being yourself.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 16
OLAF AND SVEN'S BIG ADVENTURE
Reindeer, snowmen, and silly surprises await! Students will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to help Olaf and Sven set off on a brand-new adventure full of friendship, fun, and frosty magic.
9:45-10:45am, Saturdays, April 11 - May 16
FROZEN
Step into the world of Frozen and bring your favorite characters to life! Students will explore short scenes inspired by Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and friends—building acting skills, teamwork, and confidence as they practice working with partners, using expressive voices, and creating magical moments onstage.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, April 11 - May 16
FROZEN
Dive deeper into the world of Frozen through character-driven scene work and storytelling! In this acting class, students will explore the emotions, relationships, and journeys of characters like Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and more—building performance skills, ensemble connection, and stage presence along the way.
The trip to Utah is a competition at the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City, Utah. YC assembles a team of 10-15 students to fly to Utah, present in the competition, and see several plays at the Festival. This trip will be October 2-4, 2025, with rehearsals throughout September.
A promotional code is required to register for this class. Please reach out to the Academy Office for assistance at academy@firststage.org or (414) 267-2970.