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11:00-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
NEXT STEPS
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students to grow as artists and individuals.
Guided by the philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, each class centers the joy of theater arts while building confidence, creativity, and connection.
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
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.
Curriculum: Students explore character, relationships, action, and text in a safe, welcoming environment that encourages expression without fear of failure, supporting meaningful next steps on stage and beyond.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
DASTARDLY DR. ROBOTNIK
Race into adventure with Sonic and friends to explore Green Hills and keep the world safe from Dr. Robotnik. Put your imagination to the test as you dash, spin, and boost through exciting challenges.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
FRACTURED FAIRYTALES
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away… everything went wrong! Work together to untangle your favorite fairytale stories and give them a surprising twist.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
FRACTURED FAIRYTALES
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away… everything went wrong! Work together to untangle your favorite fairytale stories and give them a surprising twist.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINIFIG ADVENTURES
Step into the block-tastic world of LEGOLAND — where every brick builds a new adventure! Journey through different realms, build imaginative creations, and work as a team to solve creative challenges.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINIFIG ADVENTURES
Step into the block-tastic world of LEGOLAND — where every brick builds a new adventure! Journey through different realms, build imaginative creations, and work as a team to solve creative challenges.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
9:00-10:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales.
10:45-11:45am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
TREE HOUSE TIME TRAVELERS
From the age of dinosaurs to life on mars, adventure awaits in the Magic Tree House! Join Jack and Annie on thrilling journeys through time filled with daring quests and incredible discoveries.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
TREE HOUSE TIME TRAVELERS
From the age of dinosaurs to life on mars, adventure awaits in the Magic Tree House! Join Jack and Annie on thrilling journeys through time filled with daring quests and incredible discoveries.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, Septemer 28 – November 2 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 9:45 – 10:45AM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Tuesdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
11:30-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
Tuesdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
AUDITION PREP
Want to nail your auditions with confidence? Learn how to show up prepared, make bold choices, and adapt in the moment.
1:15-2:15pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
STAGE COMBAT: UNARMED
Stage combat is the art of creating stunts, falls, and fights—safely! Explore unarmed stage combat through physical comedy and fight techniques to tell bold, comedic stories.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, Shakespeare, Voice & Movement, and Design to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem-solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, and Shakespeare to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 20-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, Shakespeare, Voice & Movement, and Design to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem-solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
ACTING: HAUNTED ADVENTURES
Enter if you dare... Explore acting techniques through mood, tension, and storytelling, using material inspired by First Stage’s past production
11:30-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
ACTING: HAUNTED ADVENTURES
Enter if you dare... Explore acting techniques through mood, tension, and storytelling, using material inspired by First Stage’s past productions
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:00 – 1:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
11:15-12:15pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
IMPROVISATION
Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
The use of character and scene improvisational exercises develop expressiveness, spontaneity, effective partnering and honesty on stage.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work.
11:15-12:15pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 1:00 – 2:00PM
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.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 1:15 – 2:15PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
The use of character and scene improvisational exercises develop expressiveness, spontaneity, effective partnering and honesty on stage.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
9:15-9:45am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
YOU & ME: TOGETHER WITH GO, DOG. GO!
Explore the colorful world of Go, Dog. Go! and other stories by P.D. Eastman, together! Create special shared moments in this class designed for young people and their favorite grown-up.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of
voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
BLUEY & FRIENDS
Welcome to Calypso’s Kindy, where little imaginations go on big adventures! Join Bluey and her friends for a fun-filled week of interactive storytelling and creative play. Every day brings new games and adventures—because in Calypso’s Kindy, play is for real life!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of
voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
BLUEY & FRIENDS
Welcome to Calypso’s Kindy, where little imaginations go on big adventures! Join Bluey and her friends for a fun-filled week of interactive storytelling and creative play. Every day brings new games and adventures—because in Calypso’s Kindy, play is for real life!
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
9:30-10:15am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
GOLDEN TICKETS & GIANT PEACHES
Welcome to the wacky world of Roald Dahl, where chocolate rivers flow, giants roam, and clever kids outsmart the grown-ups. Dive into Dahl’s imaginative stories and experience whizzpopping wonders!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
GOLDEN TICKETS & GIANT PEACHES
Welcome to the wacky world of Roald Dahl, where chocolate rivers flow, giants roam, and clever kids outsmart the grown-ups. Dive into Dahl’s imaginative stories and experience whizzpopping wonders!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street!
Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with
some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster,
Big Bird and more.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
THE QUESTIONEERS!
Read. Question. Think. Join Ada Twist, Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, and friends for imaginative “what if” adventures, creative exploration, and big ideas!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
THE QUESTIONEERS!
Read. Question. Think. Join Ada Twist, Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, and friends for imaginative “what if” adventures, creative exploration, and big ideas!
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring these popular stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 9:30 – 10:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – November 2 at 9:30 – 10:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – November 2 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 17-21
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 24-28
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 17-28
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
11:00-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
NEXT STEPS
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students to grow as artists and individuals.
Guided by the philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, each class centers the joy of theater arts while building confidence, creativity, and connection.
Special registration form required — to register, contact nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2941.
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.
Curriculum: Students explore character, relationships, action, and text in a safe, welcoming environment that encourages expression without fear of failure, supporting meaningful next steps on stage and beyond.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
DASTARDLY DR. ROBOTNIK
Race into adventure with Sonic and friends to explore Green Hills and keep the world safe from Dr. Robotnik. Put your imagination to the test as you dash, spin, and boost through exciting challenges.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
FRACTURED FAIRYTALES
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away… everything went wrong! Work together to untangle your favorite fairytale stories and give them a surprising twist.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
FRACTURED FAIRYTALES
Once upon a time in a land far, far, away… everything went wrong! Work together to untangle your favorite fairytale stories and give them a surprising twist.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINIFIG ADVENTURES
Step into the block-tastic world of LEGOLAND — where every brick builds a new adventure! Journey through different realms, build imaginative creations, and work as a team to solve creative challenges.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINIFIG ADVENTURES
Step into the block-tastic world of LEGOLAND — where every brick builds a new adventure! Journey through different realms, build imaginative creations, and work as a team to solve creative challenges.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MINION MAYHEM
Minions, assemble! It’s time for mischief and mayhem, Minion style. Take on the role of your favorite little yellow troublemakers and cause some messes, create hilarious schemes, and spread joyous chaos.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
MUSHROOM KINGDOM MADNESS
Let’s-a-go! Power up with Mario and friends for an action packed adventure! Jump into colorful levels, creative challenges, and work together to outsmart Bowser’s tricky traps.
9:00-10:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales
10:30-11:30am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales.
10:45-11:45am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
PLAYMAKERS: SEUSS ON THE LOOSE
Oh the places we’ll go in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! Imagination runs wild with silly rhymes, colorful characters, and wacky worlds inspired by classic tales.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
TREE HOUSE TIME TRAVELERS
From the age of dinosaurs to life on mars, adventure awaits in the Magic Tree House! Join Jack and Annie on thrilling journeys through time filled with daring quests and incredible discoveries.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Each session is a new adventure as students utilize creative thinking as a group to further develop their beginning acting skills. Students will work together to pull inspiration from these popular themes and use improvisation techniques to create their own characters and brand new story.
TREE HOUSE TIME TRAVELERS
From the age of dinosaurs to life on mars, adventure awaits in the Magic Tree House! Join Jack and Annie on thrilling journeys through time filled with daring quests and incredible discoveries.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, Septemer 28 – November 2 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 9:45 – 10:45AM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Tuesdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
11:30-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
11:00-12:00pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: MUSICAL VILLAINS
Embrace your inner villain! Explore dark and dramatic villain characters through powerful songs and bold movements, learning to command the stage with style, power, and a touch of wickedness.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
Tuesdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.
Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
9:30-10:30am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
SCENE STUDY: SHADOWS & SUSPENSE
Step into the shadows and bring suspenseful stories to life! Explore how movement and voice can create dramatic tension, crafting haunting scenes while growing as confident performers.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Dive into Musical Theater, Scene Study, and Voice & Speech to build confidence and creativity. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
12:00-1:00pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
AUDITION PREP
Want to nail your auditions with confidence? Learn how to show up prepared, make bold choices, and adapt in the moment.
1:15-2:15pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
STAGE COMBAT: UNARMED
Stage combat is the art of creating stunts, falls, and fights—safely! Explore unarmed stage combat through physical comedy and fight techniques to tell bold, comedic stories.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, Shakespeare, Voice & Movement, and Design to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem-solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, and Shakespeare to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
Monday-Friday, July 20-August 7
Explore Acting Theory, Improvisation, Musical Theater, Shakespeare, Voice & Movement, and Design to strengthen your artistry through bold choices, creative problem-solving, and versatility. Begin and end each day in community as you set goals, reflect, and celebrate your progress.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
ACTING: HAUNTED ADVENTURES
Enter if you dare... Explore acting techniques through mood, tension, and storytelling, using material inspired by First Stage’s past production
11:30-12:30pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
ACTING: HAUNTED ADVENTURES
Enter if you dare... Explore acting techniques through mood, tension, and storytelling, using material inspired by First Stage’s past productions
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:00 – 1:00PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 1 – November 5 at 4:30 – 5:30PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
11:15-12:15pm, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
IMPROVISATION
Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM – 12:00PM
The use of character and scene improvisational exercises develop expressiveness, spontaneity, effective partnering and honesty on stage.
4:30-5:30pm, Thursdays, October 8 - November 12
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work
10:00-11:00am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work.
11:15-12:15pm, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
MUSICAL THEATER: WHIMSY & WONDER
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder! Explore imaginative, larger-than-life worlds and build skills in character and storytelling through song, movement, and scene work.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 1:00 – 2:00PM
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.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 1:15 – 2:15PM
Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
The use of character and scene improvisational exercises develop expressiveness, spontaneity, effective partnering and honesty on stage.
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 12:30 – 1:30PM
Increase versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling stories through words, music, and movement.
9:15-9:45am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
YOU & ME: TOGETHER WITH GO, DOG. GO!
Explore the colorful world of Go, Dog. Go! and other stories by P.D. Eastman, together! Create special shared moments in this class designed for young people and their favorite grown-up.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of
voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
BLUEY & FRIENDS
Welcome to Calypso’s Kindy, where little imaginations go on big adventures! Join Bluey and her friends for a fun-filled week of interactive storytelling and creative play. Every day brings new games and adventures—because in Calypso’s Kindy, play is for real life!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of
voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
BLUEY & FRIENDS
Welcome to Calypso’s Kindy, where little imaginations go on big adventures! Join Bluey and her friends for a fun-filled week of interactive storytelling and creative play. Every day brings new games and adventures—because in Calypso’s Kindy, play is for real life!
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, October 10 - November 14
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
9:00-9:45am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
9:30-10:15am, Saturdays, October 17 - November 21
STORY DRAMA: GO, DOG. GO! & MORE JOYFUL CLASSICS
Use your voice, body, and imagination, to bring the playful worlds of P.D. Eastman’s stories to life! Create energetic characters and explore storytelling through movement and expression.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
GOLDEN TICKETS & GIANT PEACHES
Welcome to the wacky world of Roald Dahl, where chocolate rivers flow, giants roam, and clever kids outsmart the grown-ups. Dive into Dahl’s imaginative stories and experience whizzpopping wonders!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 10-14
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
GOLDEN TICKETS & GIANT PEACHES
Welcome to the wacky world of Roald Dahl, where chocolate rivers flow, giants roam, and clever kids outsmart the grown-ups. Dive into Dahl’s imaginative stories and experience whizzpopping wonders!
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
PUP-TASTIC ADVENTURES
No job is too big, no pup is too small! Join Ryder and the Paw Patrol pups for an action-packed week of rescue missions, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 27-31
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street!
Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with
some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster,
Big Bird and more.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, August 3-7
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
SUNNY DAYS
Come and play—everything’s A-OK on Sesame Street! Students will visit the neighborhood and meet with some of their favorite friends—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and more.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
THE QUESTIONEERS!
Read. Question. Think. Join Ada Twist, Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, and friends for imaginative “what if” adventures, creative exploration, and big ideas!
Afternoons, Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Students will begin to develop their actor toolbox of voice, body, and imagination, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
THE QUESTIONEERS!
Read. Question. Think. Join Ada Twist, Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, and friends for imaginative “what if” adventures, creative exploration, and big ideas!
Saturdays, October 5 – November 9 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring these popular stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 9:30 – 10:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – October 19 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – November 2 at 9:30 – 10:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Saturdays, September 28 – November 2 at 10:30 – 11:15AM
Bring exciting tales to life through dramatic play! Young people begin to develop their actor tools of body, voice, and imagination by actively engaging in creative play, all while strengthening their ability to focus, cooperate with others, and solve problems.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 17-21
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 24-28
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
Mornings, Monday-Friday, August 17-28
Special registration form required— request at nextsteps@firststage.org or call (414) 267-2970.
Step into a supportive, judgment-free space designed for neurodivergent students and build confidence as an artist and a person. Engage in Acting Theory and Musical Theater each day, guided by teaching artists and special education professionals who champion growth, exploration, and authentic self-expression.
CLASS SIZES: 8 students per class with a team 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.
