classes

This is the class that started it all and it’s an absolute blast! Little Kid Creative Drama is a high-energy, imaginative, zany, silly, super fun theater experience! In this class we focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative play. This is social/emotional learning at its best! Children build confidence, social awareness, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Each class has an early literacy component and is aligned with state standards for Theater Education. This class is for ages 2-5 and a caregiver.

“My three-year-old daughter loves Ali’s approachable, silly manner and I love watching my daughter have fun using her imagination in new ways. Highly recommend!”- Jill, mother of 2

Big Kid Creative Drama brings imagination to the next level! This class is the same as Little Kid Creative Drama but geared toward bigger kids. It’s high-energy, imaginative, zany, silly, and super fun! This is social/emotional learning at its best! Children build confidence, social awareness, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Big Kid Creative Drama also has a literacy component and is aligned with state standards for Theater Education. This class is for ages 6-8.

“…each of the different sessions …were so unique and tailor-made to each age group.” -Cara Young, Children’s Librarian, Worcester

Explore the world of drama, comedy, and improv with Theater Squad! In this class series we become a team, a squad of actors with one important task: create our own play! We will learn the basics of theater and stage presence, brainstorm ideas for a play, and then create our own script! This series culminates in a short (10-15 min) performance for families which the kids have total ownership over. What a confidence boost! This series promotes creativity, quick thinking, problem-solving, and confidence! This 5-class series is for ages 7 and up.

“What stood out about the Theater Squad Series was the hands-on nature of creating something of their own and not just being passive participants. The kids had a blast, and couldn’t wait for the next class to begin!” -Manuel King, Director, Beals Memorial Library

Learn the basics of improv and get some energy out while doing it! This class is perfect for either the theater pro or newbie. We’ll explore the basics of improvisation and acting through high-energy games, so get ready for some antics, shenanigans, and a ridiculously fun time! This class promotes creativity, quick thinking, problem-solving, and confidence! This class is for ages 9-11, or 12-14.

“[Theater Games] was such a blast that nobody wanted it to end and everyone was asking me when Ali will be coming back!” -Jess Dyment, Young Adult Librarian, Westford

Dive into the world of stage makeup! This class can be customized to your needs, whether it’s Cuts and Bruises for Halloween, Sci-fi Creatures, or the world of Fairies, almost anything is possible! This class fosters problem-solving skills and builds artistic ability. This class is for ages 10 and up.

“It was delightful watching Ali channel and engage the imagination of so many children simultaneously--a true chorus of laughter and fun family memories. Check it out!” -Bob W., parent of 2

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