Spotlights

Our Musical Theater Voice and Acting Classes for Kids and Teens offer learners a welcoming, creative space to grow as performers and people. Whether your child is brand new to the stage or already loves to perform, these classes focus on skill-building, self-expression, and confidence—without pressure or auditions.

🎭 Teacher Spotlight: Our Theater Educators

Our theater program is led by a team of passionate educators who bring together professional performance experience, academic training, and inclusive teaching practices to support every learner.

Ms. Marino combines international performance experience with hands-on teaching and mentorship. She has worked with students ages 5–12 at The Caedmon School in New York City and mentored young dancers at the Peridance Capezio Center. Her professional credits include performing in large-scale live entertainment environments such as Disneyland parades, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and as a host and performer with Virgin Voyages. She specializes in building confidence, creativity, and stage presence through engaging, high-energy instruction.

Ms. Banks brings a strong academic and artistic foundation with a Bachelor’s degree in African American Studies from Howard University and an Associate in Arts in Theatre. She has been recognized with multiple educator awards, including Excellence in Vocal Music, Inspiring Inquiry and Scholarship in Africana Studies, Overall Musical Excellence, and a Vocal Performance Award. Her work emphasizes storytelling, cultural awareness, and vocal performance.

🌟 Real-World Experience
Learn from professional performers and experienced educators with backgrounds in international stage work (Disney, Virgin Voyages, NYC Broadway) and award-winning vocal and theater training.

🎬 What Students Gain
Build confidence, creativity, and strong stage presence through engaging, hands-on activities in every class.

✨ Inclusive Learning Environment
Supportive and welcoming for all learners, including ADHD and ASD-friendly teaching strategies.

🎭 Engaging Activities
Improv, movement, and short scene work keep students active, focused, and having fun. Musical Theater, Voice, Dance, Improv and Acting Classes.

💫 Student-Centered Approach
Every student is encouraged to participate at their own pace and feel confident, successful, and excited to perform!

Educator Awards:
*Excellence in Vocal Music
*Inspiring Inquiry and Scholarship in Africana Studies
*Overall Musical Excellence
*Vocal Performance Award

Build confidence. Find your voice. Shine on stage.

What Students Will Learn

• Musical Theater Foundations
  Acting through song, basic vocal technique, movement, and storytelling
• Acting & Drama Skills
  Character development, scene work, improvisation, and emotional expression
• Performance & Public Speaking
  Stage presence, projection, confidence, and communication
• Creative Collaboration
  Working with scene partners, ensemble skills, and teamwork

Class Activities Include

• Short scripts, scenes, and monologues
• Musical theater games and performance exercises
• Improvisation prompts and creative challenges
• Character voice and movement exploration
• Low-pressure performance opportunities and themed showcases

Ages & Experience Level

Classes are available for kids and teens, with age-appropriate material and guidance.
No prior experience is required—beginners are always welcome!

Performance Skills & Stage Confidence

Public Speaking and Performance for Kids

Confidence-Building Acting Classes

Stage Presence and Communication Skills

Our Teaching Approach

We focus on encouragement, structure, and creativity. Students are guided step-by-step while being given space to explore their own ideas, personalities, and talents. The goal is not perfection—it’s growth, confidence, and joy in performing.

Ready to Take the Stage?

Join us for engaging, supportive classes where students can explore Musical Theater, Voice, Improv, Dance, Comedy and Performance in a fun, inclusive environment.

Enroll today and let your performer shine!

Musical Theater, Voice, Play and Acting Classes That Build Confidence

Improv and Comedy Classes for Kids of All Experience Levels

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Featured Educator: Nicole Anderson

We’re excited to spotlight Writing Core Curriculum: Creative Storytelling & Skills, a thoughtfully designed 22-week writing program that blends core ELA skills with imagination-driven storytelling. Offered in two sessions per year and tailored for Grades 1–2, 3–4, and 5–7, this course helps students build plots, characters, and confidence—all in a calm, inclusive environment.

About the Class

Writing Core Curriculum: Creative Storytelling & Skills is more than a writing class—it’s a supportive creative studio where students learn how to turn the “movies in their heads” into clear, confident writing.

Students will:

• Build strong plots and characters through engaging prompts
• Strengthen core ELA skills alongside creative expression
• Share work with peers in a positive, guided feedback setting
• Grow confidence through consistent practice and encouragement

Format: Multi-week (22 weeks)
Sessions: Two per year
Grades: 1–2 | 3–4 | 5–7
Learning Needs Supported: ADHD, Anxiety

Clear expectations, simple instructions, and positive reinforcement are central to every class—making this a welcoming space for learners with different comfort levels and learning styles.

Meet the Educator

Hello! I’m Nicole Anderson, and I believe every student has a world inside them—just waiting for the right spark.

With an MFA in Media Design and a B.S. in Web & Multimedia Design, I see stories as immersive worlds, not just words on a page. I help young writers bridge the gap between their big ideas and the technical skills needed to express them clearly. Whether a student is building a fantasy realm, shaping a complex hero, or finding their voice for the first time, my classroom is a supportive, high-energy space where creativity thrives.

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A History of Results

My teaching style is rooted in hands-on experience and a deep commitment to student growth.

• The Writer’s Den: I’ve led creative spaces where middle schoolers strengthened storytelling and critical thinking.
• Building Foundations: I’ve helped students move from struggling readers and writers to performing well above grade level.
• The Homeschool Edge: As a homeschooling parent who guided my own children to graduate early, I meet each learner exactly where they are.

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Teaching Philosophy: Confidence Through Design

Writing is the closest thing we have to real magic. Because of my design background, I teach students to see their stories—starting with a sketch, building a strong frame, and then adding color and detail. My classroom is a perfection-free zone where mistakes are celebrated as part of the creative process. This approach helps even reluctant writers transform “I can’t” into “Look what I built.”

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Inclusivity & Learning Support

I’m committed to creating a calm, inclusive environment where every learner feels safe and respected. I specialize in supporting students who experience writing anxiety or focus challenges, including those with ADHD. Through differentiated instruction, I adapt lessons to fit each child’s unique brain—ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

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What to Expect in Class

• World-Building & Discovery: Mapping imaginative spaces that spark ideas
• Character Blueprinting: Giving fictional people a heart, voice, and motivation
• Positive Peer Feedback: A supportive “Writer’s Den” community
• Visual Storytelling: Cinematic techniques that make stories feel real

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The Goal

Every student leaves with stronger writing habits—and the confidence to say:

“I am a writer.”

We can’t wait to see what your learner creates in Writing Core Curriculum: Creative Storytelling & Skills.

Writing Core Curriculum (Grades 1-2): Creative Storytelling & Skills

Writing Core Curriculum (Grades 3-4): Creative Storytelling & Skills

Writing Core Curriculum (Grades 5–7): Creative Storytelling & Skills