Playmakers
Become a PlaymakerPlaymakers for Grades 1-2
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.
Playmakers is for students entering Grades 1-2 in Fall 2024. One-week, half-day (AM or PM) sessions are available. If you are interested in more than one theme, sign up for an AM and PM class and make a full day out of it!
Registration is now open!
Explore our themes:
The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
Get ready for a magical journey beyond the wardrobe! Young explorers will unlock the secrets of a winter wonderland, meet fantastical creatures, and join forces with the Pevensie siblings in an epic adventure.
June 17-21* at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
June 24-28 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
*No class on June 19 in honor of Juneteenth Day
Trouble in Never, Neverland
Ahoy, young adventurers! Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime, where the magic of Peter Pan springs to life! Join the fun as we sail through the skies, face daring challenges, and unlock the secrets of Neverland.
June 17-21* at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
June 24-28 at 9:30AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
*No class on June 19 in honor of Juneteenth Day
Lost in the Sea!
Dive into the deep blue sea with our Finding Nemo themed class! Young sea explorers will embark on a fin-tastic journey alongside Nemo, Marlin, and Dory, discovering the wonders of the ocean. With exciting games, colorful characters, and underwater escapades, this class promises a splash of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments!
July 8-12 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
July 8-12 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
July 22-26 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
July 29 - August 2 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
Uncovering the Spider-verse
Get ready to swing into action! Young heroes will unleash their creativity as they explore the multiverse alongside Miles Morales, Peter Parker and other Spider friends. Join us for a journey that transcends dimensions and turns every student into a superhero of their own story!
July 8-12 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
July 8-12 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
July 22-26 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
July 29 - August 2 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
Minions, Villains, Oh My!
Calling all aspiring villains and mischief-makers! Young students will immerse themselves in the wacky world of Gru and his lovable minions, taking on the roles of cunning villains, creating hilarious schemes, and bringing the joyous chaos of Despicable Me to the classroom.
July 29 - August 2 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
August 5-9 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Gotta Catch 'Em All!
Do you want to be the very best? Like no one ever was? The Masters-in-Training of this class will use their knowledge of Improvised Gibberish language to interpret and communicate with the creature characters that they develop.
July 29 - August 2 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
August 5-9 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Padawan Power!
The force will be strong with these ones! While in this galaxy, students will undergo Voice, Body, and Imagination Training to ensure preparedness for life as a Jedi.
July 15-19 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center
August 12-16 at 9AM-11:30AM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Prehistoric Adventure Quest
Young adventurers, brace yourselves for a roaring experience where every step takes you back to the age of dinosaurs. Get ready to stomp, roar, and discover the prehistoric world in a dino-mite adventure that’ll turn every young explorer into a fearless dino-hero!
July 15-19 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center
August 12-16 at 12:30PM-3PM at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center