ACTING UP!

An After School Drama Program for grades 3 - 8.

Theatre is an outlet for children to express themselves in a respectful and supportive environment. It allows them to learn vital communication skills as well as develop their imaginations and creativity. In the ACTING UP! program, students will learn the fundamentals of theatre, how to project their voices, and performance etiquette. Students with more experience will build on their acting and improvisation skills. All students will work as a team while growing their confidence. At the end of the session, students will have the opportunity to perform in front of their most supportive audience - their parents and friends.

Fall 2026 Registration - Closes September 30

Students will learn the fundamentals of theatre and build on their acting and improvisation skills. All students will work as a team while growing their confidence.

At the end of the session, students will have the opportunity to perform Romeo and Juliet for Kids. In this adaptation that swaps kissing for high fives, two teenagers from feuding families fall instantly in love. When a misunderstanding makes them believe they will never see each other again, they both meet tragic endings.

  • $185

  • 9-16 kids in each session

  • Read session info, then register below!

SESSION A
October 6 - December 1
Meets Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
(no class on October 13)
Performance:
December 6 at 2:00 pm
(kids must be at the theatre by 1:00)

SESSION B
October 7 - December 2
Meets Wednesdays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
(no class on November 25)
Performance:
December 6 at 4:00 pm
(kids must be at the theatre by 3:00)

REGISTRATION STEP ONE

Choose your session and submit payment.

REGISTRATION STEP TWO

Please fill out the form below. THIS STEP MUST BE COMPLETED FOR YOUR CHILD TO BE FULLY REGISTERED.

SESSION C
October 8 - December 3
Meets Thursdays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
(no class on November 26)
Performance:
December 6 at 6:00 pm
(kids must be at the theatre by 5:00)

Classes Taught by Amanda Ruby

Amanda holds a Masters in Theatre from Kent State University. Her experience includes acting, costuming, stage management, and direction, as well as teaching theatre at Kent State. Amanda is also a member of the Board of Trustees for Aurora Community Theatre. She is excited to introduce theatre to elementary and middle school-aged children.