Programs
1180101 / Creative Drama
Give your child’s imagination a boost! Students will learn the fundamentals of acting through engaging games, imaginative play, and storytelling. Your child will develop core skills such as speaking clearly in front of an audience, vocal projection, using their imagination on stage, concentration, and teamwork. Students will perform a showcase of their work on the last day of class.
1180101-1 - Creative Drama
1/27/2025 - 3/17/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180102 / Sketch Comedy & Improvisation
Learn the art of Sketch Comedy and Improv! Your child will work with a professional teaching artist to develop and rehearse a combination of classic and original sketch comedy pieces. Students will also dive into the art of improv through engaging games, scene work, and improvisational exercises. Fun and hilarity will certainly ensue! Students will perform a showcase of their work on the last day of the session.
1180102-1 - Sketch Comedy & Improvisation
1/27/2025 - 3/17/2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180103 / Musical Theater Singing
Students will work with a professional voice instructor to fine tune their singing skills. We will work on a variety of musical theatre vocal styles, from classic to contemporary. Students will improve their pitch, rhythm, and vocal range though group singing exercises. There will be a showcase of their work on the last day of the session.
1180103-1 - Musical Theatre Singing (Age 5-8)
1/28/2025 - 3/18/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180103-2 - Musical Theatre Singing (Age 9-14)
1/28/2025 - 3/18/2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180104 / Musical Theatre Dance
Students will work on a variety of dance styles used in musical theatre, including modern, jazz, hip hop, ballet, folk, plus many more! We will learn choreography from a variety of classic and contemporary Broadway musicals and present a showcase of our work on the last day of the session.
1180104-1 - Musical Theatre Dance
1/29/2025 - 3/19/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180105 / Audition Technique
Looking to prep for that next audition? Students will learn the tools and preparation needed to go into auditions with confidence. We will cover a variety of different types of auditions including cold readings, monologues, on camera, musical theater, and more! Whether you are auditioning for the school play, professional theater, or a feature film, this class will leave you prepared to nail that next audition!
1180105-1 - Audition Technique
1/29/2025 - 3/19/2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180106 / The Stage School Premier Program
Fun is the focus of this 90-minute class that dedicates 30 minutes each to singing, dancing, and acting. Your little star will learn basic vocal techniques, understand timing when singing, refine coordination while working on simple rhythm and dance moves, and explore stories and characters through fun drama games and activities. This Winter/Spring our students will perform Show Toons! An Animated Musical Adventure. This vibrant new musical features characters and songs from some of your favorite animated films including Moana, Zootopia, Monsters Inc, and many more. Every child will have a chance to shine in this enchanting journey of music and imagination!
*Saturday classes perform on Saturday, April 26.
*Sunday & Thursday classes perform on Sunday, April 27.
No class Mar 22, Mar 23, and Apr 20
1180106-1 - Premier Program: Show Toons! An Animated Musical Adventure
1/11/2025 - 4/26/2025
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180106-2 - Premier Program: Show Toons! An Animated Musical Adventure
1/11/2025 - 4/26/2025
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180106-3 - Premier Program: Show Toons! An Animated Musical Adventure
1/12/2025 - 4/27/2025
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
1180106-4 - Premier Program: Show Toons! An Animated Musical Adventure
1/16/2025 - 4/27/2025
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
1180107 / The Stage School Company Program
Students in The Company are divided into three groups based on age. They take a one-hour class in each of our three disciplines: drama, singing, and dance. Your child will work on vocal technique, train in several dance styles, and hone their drama skills through improv exercises and script work. This Winter/Spring, our students will perform what is widely considered the greatest movie musical of all time, "Singin' In the Rain Jr"! This charming musical transports you to the vibrant streets of 1920s Hollywood, where the glitz of silent films meets the magic of sound. Follow the dashing Don Lockwood as he navigates the comedic chaos of a changing industry, juggling his affections for the sweet-hearted Kathy Selden and the melodramatic Lina Lamont. Packed with infectious energy, unforgettable tunes, and spectacular dance routines, this delightful show will surely be a hit with students and audiences alike. So grab your umbrellas and prepare for a splash of fun! Performance on the last day of term.
*No class Mar 22, March 23, and Apr 20
1180107-1 - The Company: Singin' In The Rain Jr.
1/11/2025 - 4/26/2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180107-2 - The Company: Singin’ In The Rain Jr.
1/11/2025 - 4/26/2025
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
1180107-3 - The Company: Singin’ In The Rain Jr.
1/12/2025 - 4/27/2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
2180101 / Theater: Creative Drama
Give your child’s imagination a boost! Students will learn the fundamentals of drama through engaging games, imaginative play, and storytelling. Your child will develop core skills such as speaking clearly in front of an audience, vocal projection, using their imagination on stage, concentration, and teamwork. Student’s will perform a showcase of their work on the last day class.
2180101-1 - Creative Drama
3/31/2025 - 5/19/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
2180102 / Theater: Sketch Comedy and Improvisation
Learn the art of Sketch Comedy and Improv! Your child will work with a professional teaching artist to develop and rehearse a combination of classic and original sketch comedy pieces. Students will also dive into the art of improv through engaging games, scene work, and improvisational exercises. Fun and hilarity will certainly ensue! Students will perform a showcase of their work on the last day of the session.
2180102-1 - Sketch Comedy and Improvisation
3/31/2025 - 5/19/2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
2180103 / Theater: Musical Theater
Students will work with a professional voice instructor to fine tune their singing skills. We will work on a variety of musical theatre vocal styles, from classic to contemporary. Students will improve their pitch, rhythm, and vocal range though group singing exercises. There will be a showcase of their work on the last day of the session.
2180103-1 - Musical Theatre Singing (Age 5-8)
4/1/2025 - 5/20/2025
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
2180103-2 - Musical Theatre Singing (Age 9-14)
4/1/2025 - 5/20/2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
2180104 / Theater: Musical Theater Dance
Students will work on a variety of dance styles used in musical theatre, including modern, jazz, hip hop, ballet, folk, plus many more! We will learn choreography from a variety of classic and contemporary Broadway musicals and present a showcase of our work on the last day of the session.
2180104-1 - Musical Theatre Dance (Age 5-8)
4/2/2025 - 5/21/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
2180105 / Theater: Broadway Workshop
Join us for this brand-new class offering for Spring 2025! Broadway Workshop is the perfect class
for both beginners looking to gain a solid introduction into the world of musical theater
performance, and advanced students ready to refine their skills. Beginners will gain foundational
knowledge in acting, singing, and dancing, building confidence while exploring scenes and songs
from popular musicals. Experienced students will have the opportunity to work on more
challenging material, refining their technique and pushing their abilities to the next level.
Regardless of experience, all students will benefit from a supportive environment and a final
showcase where they can demonstrate their growth and passion for musical theater.
2180105-1 - Broadway Workshop (Age 9-14)
4/2/2025 - 5/21/2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
3180112 / Theater Camp: Oh, the Places You’ll Go
This summer The Stage School brings the enchanting and imaginative world of Dr. Seuss to the stage! Join your favorite characters like Horton, the Grinch, The Cat in the Hat, plus many more as they journey to Whoville for a heartwarming tale of friendship, family, and believing in yourself. Our young performers will have a blast on this magical, musical adventure!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, June 14 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180112-2 - Theater Camp - Oh, the Places You'll Go (Ages 4-6)
6/9/2025 - 6/14/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180113 / Theater Camp: Peter Rabbit & Friends
This week we will join Peter Rabbit and his adorable animal friends in the garden. With catchy music and adorable characters, our original musical based on the works of author Beatrix Potter will have your little one hoppin’ and boppin’ all week!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, June 21 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180113-3 - Theater Camp - Peter Rabbit & Friends (Ages 4-6)
6/16/2025 - 6/21/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180114 / Theater Camp: Twist and Shout
Get ready for some fun as we will head to the sock hop and start movin’ and groovin’ in this fun, high energy musical filled with characters and songs from the early days of rock n’ roll!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, June 28 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180114-4 - Theater Camp - Twist and Shout (Ages 4-6)
6/23/2025 - 6/28/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180115 / Theater Camp: Maui’s Island Adventure
Maui's Island Adventure is a fun, lively musical for young children that follows the mischievous demigod Maui as he embarks on an exciting journey across the ocean. Filled with catchy songs and vibrant characters from the movie Moana, the show brings to life the magical world of Polynesia, where Maui learns about friendship, bravery, and helping others. With colorful costumes, engaging music, and plenty of laughs, this musical is a perfect adventure for the whole family to enjoy!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, July 12 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180115-5 - Theater Camp - Maui’s Island Adventure (Ages 4-6)
7/7/2025 - 7/12/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180116 / Theater Camp: Disney on Parade
In Disney on Parade students will take to the stage with a musical revue of songs and dances from your favorite Disney classics! From Beauty and the Beast to Jungle Book to Toy Story, the most memorable Disney characters will be brought to life in this fun filled extravaganza!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, July 19 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180116-6 - Theater Camp - Disney on Parade (Ages 4-6)
7/14/2025 - 7/19/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180117 / Theater Camp: Welcome to Munchkinland!
Join Glinda the Good Witch and the Munchkins of Oz on a magical adventure in Munchkinland! Featuring songs from your favorite Oz musicals, Welcome to Munchkinland! will take you on a hilarious and heartfelt journey featuring some of the most memorable Oz characters!
M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, July 26 at the Centennial Activity Center.
3180117-7 - Theater Camp - Welcome to Munchkinland! (Ages 4-6)
7/21/2025 - 7/26/2025
8:30 am - 11:30 am
3180122 / Theater Camp: Seussical Jr.
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR! Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 14 at the Centennial Activity Center, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge.
3180122-2 - Theater Camp - Seussical Jr. (Maine Pk)
6/9/2025 - 6/14/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180122-12 - Theater Camp - Seussical Jr. (St. Lukes)
6/9/2025 - 6/14/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church
3180123 / Theater Camp: Disney's Alice in Wonderland
Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts. Whether this is your first experience with Alice or your hundredth, you’ll fall in love all over again with this timeless story of adventure, imagination, and pure fun!
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 21 at Prairie Lakes Theater.
3180123-3 - Theater Camp - Disney's Alice in Wonderland (Maine Pk))
6/16/2025 - 6/21/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180123-13 - Theater Camp - Disney's Alice in Wonderland (St. Lukes)
6/16/2025 - 6/21/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church
3180124 / Theater Camp: Mean Girls Jr.
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic-self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends. Adapted from Fey's 2004 blockbuster film and the Broadway smash hit, Mean Girls Jr. is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone.
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 28 at Prairie Lakes Theater.
3180124-4 - Theater Camp - Mean Girls, Jr. (Maine Pk)
6/23/2025 - 6/28/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180124-14 - Theater Camp - Mean Girls, Jr. (St. Lukes)
6/23/2025 - 6/28/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church
3180126 / Theater Camp: Disney's Moana Jr.
This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 12 at Prairie Lakes Theater.
3180126-6 - Theater Camp - Disney's Moana Jr. (Maine Pk)
7/7/2025 - 7/12/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180126-16 - Theater Camp - Disney’s Moana Jr. (St. Lukes)
7/7/2025 - 7/12/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church
3180127 / Theater Camp: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical
Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way. Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 19 at Christian Heritage Academy.
3180127-7 - Theater Camp - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical (Maine Pk)
7/14/2025 - 7/19/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180127-17 - Theater Camp - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical (St. Lukes)
7/14/2025 - 7/19/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church
3180128 / Theater Camp: The Wizard of Oz
Our Summer season concludes with the classic tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home. Experience The Wizard of Oz like you’ve never seen it before! Featuring songs from the classic 1939 film, The Wiz, and Wicked, this incredible adaptation gives students of all levels of experience the chance to tell one of the most popular and endearing stories of all time.
M-F will take place at the camp location and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 26 at Christian Heritage Academy.
3180128-8 - Theater Camp - The Wizard of Oz (Maine Pk)
7/21/2025 - 7/26/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
3180128-18 - Theater Camp - The Wizard of Oz (St. Lukes)
7/21/2025 - 7/26/2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
St. Lukes Lutheran Church