The ART is proud to announce our first after school theatre program designed for kids!   ARTiS stands for Acrosstown Repertory Theatre in Schools, and represents the beginning of the ART’s expansion to include family-friendly and child-oriented opportunities as part of its community offerings.   The ARTiS mission is to provide Introductory Theatre and Performance education to interested 6th-12th graders in Alachua County using an interactive, low-impact, after school model.   The program teaches basic artistic and technical theatre knowledge, and no prior theatre experience is necessary.

Students will learn the basics of script analysis, character development, and scene work in a curriculum that also fosters cooperation, leadership, communication, self-awareness, team-building, and goal-setting.   Students will have the opportunity to rehearse and perform their scenes at the ARTiS 1 Graduation Ceremony at the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre.


acrosstown.org/artis

The Gainesville Association for the Creative Arts was founded in 1967 by parents and educators who wanted education in the arts to be available to all area children.  They recognized the positive relationship among education in the arts, academics, and self-esteem. In small workshops, usually 8 to 10 children, GACA creates a non-pressured atmosphere where creativity can flourish.   We offer programs in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer for Adults and children ages 3 to 18.

Programs are offered in the following disciplines: dance, art, music, and theater
Styles of Dance: Pre-ballet, ballet, hip-hop, movement, modern and jazz
Types of Music Instruction: Piano, guitar, drums and percussion, voice

www.artsgaca.org

High Springs Community Theater is a private, nonprofit corporation whose mission is to stage high quality family entertainment through amateur theater productions using the donated talents of residents of High Springs and surrounding communities.   HSCT produces five main stage productions each year, and a Summer Youth Theater Program.   Auditions are open to everyone.


www.highspringscommunitytheater.com

Give your young star a chance to shine! Hippodrome afterschool acting classes for kids ages 8-17 give students an opportunity to sharpen their acting skills, build self-esteem, and have fun with our talented and dedicated education staff. After nine weeks of skill-building in voice, movement, and scene work, these young actors will present a final showcase performance for friends and family

Now registering for spring classes. Classes are held Mondays January 14th - March 11th

www.thehipp.org/education/child-teen-acting-classes

Acting and improv classes for kids 9 and up


independancestudio@gmail.com
www.independancestudio.com

Musical Me Theater...Broadway the kid's way! Musical Me Theater's mission is to provide children the opportunity to create, produce, and be a part of a theater experience that nurtures, develops, and stimulates young minds.   Our vision is to produce at least four quality musical shows per year and offer a variety of theater arts classes for children during the after-school hours.   By teaching acting, voice, dance, stage management and more, our students will have a better understanding of all aspects of producing and creating a Broadway-style musical.   Our students audition, rehearse, and finally perform on stage for the entertainment and benefit of our community.

Now registering for Into the Woods


www.musicalmetheater.com

The O2B Kids Drama program includes classes in acting, musical theater, improv, and production.

www.O2BKids.com

The Star Center's programs, classes, and workshops allow the kids to participate in all aspects of the production. The youth develop a sense of teamwork and pride in finishing something that they played a major part in producing. The center allows the kids to create and develop in the areas they like. We utilize student directors, musicians, costumers, visual artists and choreographers. During the Summer camps, some of our former child performers are camp counselors. The programs are designed to educate both preschool and K-12 students. The Center also offers special programs for adults and families. Students learn about techniques and skills used in the performing arts and receive hands-on experience in technical theater. The programs are rooted in education and promote inclusion in the school curriculum.


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Yopp offers enrichment classes for kids aged 2-18. Class offerings change seasonally and may be taken individually, or for a whole semester as desired. Class offerings include dance, drama, art, fitness and more. Visit the website for details on the current classes being offered.

www.yoppinc.com