Welcome to Kids Act Out CPT! We are thrilled to bring the exciting world of theatre to your schools and help students explore their creativity, develop their social and emotional skills, and enhance their academic progress through the arts.
Our program focuses on teaching the principles and practices of theatre while making meaningful connections to real-life experiences.
Once you have registered you will receive an email with specific information about your child’s class or production.
CANS Elementary • Fairview Elementary
Hyde Park Elementary
Classes at the Liberty Exhibition Hall
Signups have started for our musical theatre youth camps at Liberty Exhibition Hall!
- Week 1: *NEW!* June 9-14 “FRACTURED FAIRY TALES: THE REST OF THE STORY!” (Ages 5 – 14) – The rest of the story is so important, yet often untold! Deep in the woods, hidden motives, secret loves and fears run wild as our beloved Mother Goose and Brother’s Grimm try to find their missing story time characters.
- Week 2: June 16-21 “HANSEL & GRETEL” (Ages 5 – 14) – A Sweet Tale Gone Wrong! In this whimsical adventure, sibling duo Hansel and Gretel take sibling rivalry to a whole new level—by getting lost in the woods and stumbling upon a house made entirely of candy! Forget “don’t take candy from strangers”—these kids dive right in! But things get sticky when they discover that the sweet old lady who baked it all has a few, shall we say, interesting ideas about dinner.
- Week 3: June 23-28 “BEAUTY & THE BEAST” (Ages 5 – 14) – A Whimsical Tale of Love and Talking teacups! In this enchanting story, bookish Belle finds herself trapped in a castle with a beast who’s more misunderstood than monstrous. But wait—this isn’t just your average fairy tale! The real stars are the castle’s quirky enchanted objects, like a charmingly sassy teapot and a candlestick with a flair for the dramatic. As they try to win Belle’s heart (and keep her away from the beast), hilarity ensues! Can a girl fall in love amidst a singing wardrobe and a dancing clock? Join us for a delightful romp where love conquers all, and inanimate objects steal the show!
- Week 4: *NEW!* July 7-12 “THE MARVELOUS LAND OF OZ” (Ages 5 – 14) – Not too long after the Great Oz floats away and Dorthy returns to Kansas the land of the Munchkins and the Emerald City need new leadership. Who better to step than the now wise Scarecrow and heart filled Tin Man! Little do they know another prophesied leader is making their way to the great land, to claim their throne! Who will govern the magical worlds and is OZ really rid of all its witches?
- Week 5: *NEW!* July 14-19 “GREEK MYTHS & THE STORIES OF PERCY JACKSON” (Ages 5 – 14) – Join us for a thrilling week of Theatre Camp inspired by Greek mythology and the adventures of Percy Jackson! We will dive into the epic tales of gods, monsters, and legendary quests as they explore the world of ancient myths through drama, movement, and creativity. Campers will tell classic Greek myths and create their own characters and stories. Saturday’s showcase will feature their original performances and scripted favorites. This camp is perfect for aspiring demigods ready to unleash their imagination and discover the magic of theatre! Get ready for an epic adventure where creativity meets mythology!
- Week 6: *NEW!* July 21-26 “PETER & WENDY” (Ages 5 – 14) – Peter’s worst fear came true, Wendy, John and Micheal indeed decided to grow up. They now have families of their own and very much follow the tick- tock of the clock. Peter was almost sure didn’t even remember but some memories just get buried deep inside a person, only to surface when it’s needed the most. The children once needed Peter but now he needs them and all they must do to save him, is believe!
- Week 7: July 28-Aug 2 “SNOW WHITE” (Ages 5 – 14) – Join us for a whimsical journey into the enchanted world of “Snow White”! This delightful adaptation of the classic fairy tale follows the charming Snow White as she befriends a group of playful dwarfs, navigates the twists and turns of magic, and outsmarts the wicked queen determined to be the fairest of them all.
- Week 8: *NEW!* Aug 4-9 “TO HUNT A MONSTER by Zoë Peterson” ADVANCED CAMP (Ages 12-17) – To Hunt A Monster is a new play written for Kids Act Out by Zoë Peterson, an award-winning playwright and graduate of CCM Acting. To Hunt a Monster follows Laura, an adventurous teenage girl whose mother passed away ten years ago. Laura’s mom left her a journal full of notes on legends like Bigfoot, and only ONE monster remains unfound. Laura and her friends have decided to go into the woods to hunt for this creature, but they can’t seem to escape a group of neighborhood boys, the concerned park ranger (and his junior ranger), or even Laura’s father. Still, by the end of it all, what they find might just make everything worth it. This is a play about love, loss, and how our memories never really leave us.
The Program Methodology:
In addition to providing students with a solid foundation in character creation and stage production, the Kids Act Out methodology encompasses various techniques such as text analysis, observation and response, speech training, body movement, goal setting, and staged theatre. This methodology serves as a catalyst for enhancing a child’s emotional intelligence (EQ) and integrating it into their overall well-being and life. It helps children establish connections between their internal state and the external environment, recognizing that their environment is a lifelong and significant relationship that they must learn to navigate successfully. This is crucial for their journey towards adulthood, enabling them to achieve their own goals and effectively navigate the social dynamics of their community and circumstances. Whether a child is interested in pursuing theatre professionally or simply wants to give it a try, our program welcomes all children and has a role ready for every student.
Our week long summer camp offerings are designed for children ages 5 – 15, with an advanced offering at the end of the summer for more experienced campers ages 12 – 17. Each camp week concludes with weekend performances for friends and family.