Introducing: Youth Theater Classes!
Welcome to YMCA Theater Classes, where creativity takes center stage! Our classes offer a fun, supportive space for kids to build confidence, spark imagination, and develop teamwork through games, storytelling, and performance. Why YMCA Theater Classes? Because at the Y, we’re dedicated to nurturing the whole child—body, mind, and spirit, and theater is a powerful way for young children to find their voice, express themselves, and shine both on and off the stage. Please join us for a season full of imagination, self-expression, and unforgettable fun!
2026 Summer Theater Classes Schedule
Priority Registration Dates: May 6-June 5 (Late Registration begins June 6 through July 6)
Classes begin the week of July 6
Locations and Ages
- Ages: Classes divided between ages 6-8 and 9-12.
- Offered: Monday, 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m., depending on age.
- Classes to be held at Oak Hill Assembly of God.
Late Registration
Why Theater?
YMCA theater classes offer more than just a chance to perform—they help children grow in confidence, creativity, and connection. Through engaging and supportive experiences, kids develop skills that last far beyond the stage.
- Builds confidence and communication as children perform in a supportive environment, learning to express themselves clearly while celebrating their hard work.
- Encourages teamwork and empathy by bringing kids together to collaborate on performances and explore diverse perspectives through character work.
- Boosts focus, memory, and creativity with fun activities that sharpen academic and imaginative skills through scripts, movement, and storytelling.
- Provides a healthy outlet for energy and emotions, blending physical activity with stress relief to help children stay active, engaged, and joyful.
Class Descriptions
Classes Offered
- Mondays 5:00-6:30 p.m. (July 6-August 24)
Description
In this playful acting class, kids will pretend, imagine, and have fun learning how to use their voices, faces, and bodies to tell stories on stage. Each week is filled with games, characters, and teamwork that help build confidence and creativity. At the end of the course, kids will perform a fun Showcase for family and friends.
Classes Offered
- Mondays 6:30-8:00 p.m. (July 6-August 24)
Description
Step into the golden age of radio as students recreate an authentic 1940s dramatic broadcast complete with period-accurate storytelling, sound effects, and lively jingle advertisements. Participants will develop acting skills, explore character voices, and experiment with regional and historical dialects to bring scripts to life. Perfect for aspiring actors and theater enthusiasts, this class brings the magic of old-time radio to life through fun, collaborative performances.
