Acting Ensemble for Littles: Toy Story Live! (Grades K-2)

Acting Ensemble for Littles: Toy Story Live! is a theater arts class for young, budding performers that builds upon their interest in acting, movement, and self-expression—all while having a blast! Designed especially for Littles (Grades K-2), this class will use a dramatized version of Pixar’s classic Toy Story to create a zany cast of characters while exploring the magic of friendship and the power of imagination. Students will become familiar with the basics of script analysis, stage directions, and storytelling in an interactive and dynamic learning environment. The class will also implement confidence-building theater games and improvisation activities to spark creative thinking for a lifelong love of performing. Students will get to show off their new skills and “reach for the sky” with a final showcase of Toy Story Live! on April 25!

Enrollment Deadline: January 31
Cost: $160
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Saturday, 10:15am-11:15am

Broadway Kids: Annie In Concert (Grades 5-8)

We got Annie! Constellation’s Broadway Kids: Annie In Concert (Grades 5-8) is a 10-week performance class that gives budding young actors and singers the opportunity to learn and workshop scenes and ensemble numbers from Charles Strouse’s classic and beloved Annie. Under the direction of a seasoned, professional teaching artist and musical director, Debby Jenkins, students will develop the building blocks of stage etiquette, musicianship, musicality, and performance that will highlight storytelling as well as solo and ensemble singing with fun, dynamic musical numbers like “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” “Tomorrow,” and “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” in an enriching and supportive musical theater environment. The class will culminate in a concert-style showcase on April 23.

Note: Students should be comfortable singing in front of others. This class will require outside preparation/memorization. Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

Enrollment Deadline: February 5
Cost: $190
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Thursday, 5:30pm-6:45pm

The Broadway Ensemble: Opening Numbers (Ages 18+)

Come explore the ensemble numbers of Broadway in this 10-week performance class for adults! In Constellation’sThe Broadway Ensemble, students will learn and workshop dynamic opening number ensemble songs from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals under the direction of a seasoned, professional coach/teaching artist and musical director. In addition to community-building and making new friends along the way, students will develop skills in stage etiquette, stage presence, musicianship, musicality, and vocal technique as they collaborate to bring musical numbers to life with exciting harmonies and light staging/choreography. The class will culminate in a final performance that showcases the ensemble with ample opportunities for soloists to shine. The Broadway Ensemble is a prerequisite to join Constellation Singers, Constellations Stage & Screen’s in-house musical theater performance group.

Note: Attendance is crucial. If you foresee multiple conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

Enrollment Deadline: February 5
Cost: $225
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Thursday, 7:00pm-8:30pm

Documentary Filmmaking Fundamentals (Ages 18+)

Constellation’s Documentary Filmmaking Fundamentals provides a comprehensive introduction to the art and craft of documentary filmmaking, designed specifically for adult learners with little or no prior experience. Students will explore the entire filmmaking process, from initial concept development to final exhibition. Through a mix of lectures, screenings of classic and contemporary documentaries, practical exercises, and peer feedback, students will gain the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to produce their own short documentary film. The class will culminate in a screening of students’ final projects. For a full description, click “Enroll Now.” 

Enrollment Deadline: March 16
Cost: $175
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Sunday, 3:00pm-5:00pm

Acting on Camera: At the Dinner Table (Ages 18+)

Constellation’s Acting on Camera: At the Dinner Table is a unique seven-week, project-based class designed for adults seeking to hone their on-camera skills through the specific, dynamic lens of classic dinner table scenes in film. From tense negotiations to uproarious family conflicts, these scenes offer a masterclass in subtlety, timing, and presence, providing a focused environment to refine your screen acting technique. For a full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Note: Outside preparation and some rehearsal with scene partners will be required. Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class

Enrollment Deadline: March 16
Cost: $175
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Monday, 7:15pm-8:45pm

Acting Ensemble for Kids: The Secret Garden (Grades 5-6)

Come to our garden! Constellation’s Acting Ensemble for Kids: The Secret Garden (Grades 5-6) is a fast-paced and fun exploration of stage acting that will use an imaginative theatrical adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved and timeless classic, The Secret Garden – an uplifting exploration of the healing and transformative powers of nature, friendship, and positive thinking. Offering a range of roles that vary in size and type, this class is perfect for beginners, as well as acting students with some experience. In addition to strengthening skills in reading fluency, active listening, teamwork, and public speaking, budding actors will focus on building a theatrical ensemble as well as developing individual acting technique, including voice and speech, creative movement, and exploration of world and character. Students will learn and practice the fundamentals of theatrical staging and theater etiquette as they “spring” towards a final showcase of The Secret Garden on May 11! Students will emerge from the class more articulate, confident, and collaborative performers.

Note: This class will require outside preparation/memorization. Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

Enrollment Deadline: March 16
Cost: $190
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Monday, 5:30pm-7:00pm

The Pixar Players (Grades 5-6)

Step into the boundless imagination of the Pixar universe with Constellation’s The Pixar Players (Grades 5-6), a wildly fun, seven-week improvisation and comedy performance class where students will use the wide world of Pixar as a launchpad for learning core improvisational techniques, developing comedic timing, building confidence, and collaborating to create their own mini-movie. With inspiration from their favorite Pixar characters, quotes, and storylines, students will learn how to think on their feet, create hilarious “mixed-up” scenarios (imagine Woody in the Inside Out control center!), and develop their unique comedic voices in this high-energy, hands-on, “Yes, and…” learning environment. The class culminates in the creation of an original “mixed-up Pixar” comedy short film, capturing their brilliant comedic work on camera!

Enrollment Deadline: March 17
Cost: $155
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Tuesday, 5:30pm-6:45pm

Improv for Adults: Beyond Beginner (Ages 18+)

Constellation’s Improv for Adults: Beyond Beginner (Session 1) is a fast-paced, highly interactive workshop-style class that reinforces and builds upon improvisational skills and performance techniques. This class will focus primarily on long-form improv, and is open to adults with previous improv experience* who have mastered the fundamentals. Improv is a magical and collaborative art form that is not only fantastically fun, it boosts creativity, develops storytelling ability, enhances listening and communication skills, and builds confidence and resilience. Students will practice their skills in a safe, supportive, “Yes, and” learning environment. 

Session 1 Enrollment Deadline: January 20
Session 2 Enrollment Deadline: March 17
Cost: $165
Prerequisite: “Previous experience” should include completing at least one session of Improv: Beyond Beginner or Improv: Beginner. For exceptions, please contact Eric Shelley at eric@seeconstellation.org. 
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Tuesday, 7:00pm-8:30pm

Broadway Kids Junior: Annie In Concert (Grades 3-4)

We got Annie! Constellation’s Broadway Kids Junior: Annie In Concert (Grades 3-4) is a 7-week performance class that gives budding young performers the opportunity to learn and workshop ensemble songs from Charles Strouse’s classic and beloved Annie. Under the direction of a seasoned, professional teaching artist, students will develop the building blocks of stage etiquette, musicianship, musicality, and performance as they bring to life musical numbers like “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” “Tomorrow” and “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” in an enriching and supportive musical theater environment. The class will culminate in a concert-style showcase on May 6.

Note: Students should be comfortable singing in front of others. This class will require outside preparation/memorization. Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

Enrollment Deadline: March 18
Cost: $165
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Wednesday, 5:30pm-7:00pm

Playwriting: The Monologue Workshop (Ages 18+)

Constellation’s Playwriting: The Monologue Workshop is an immersive, 6-week exploration of writing compelling and impactful monologues for the stage. Students will learn and practice the fundamentals of playwriting: character development, dramatic tension, and narrative structure. This class is appropriate for both beginners and students with previous writing experience. Beginners can learn the fundamentals of dramatic writing while more experienced writers will have the opportunity to practice and master these techniques. For a full description, click “Enroll Now.” 

Enrollment Deadline: March 18
Cost: $150
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Wednesday, 7:15pm-8:45pm

Musical Theater Playground: A SpongeBob Seussical Musical Showdown (Grades K-2)

Musical Theater Playground: A SpongeBob Seussical Musical Showdown is an introduction to musical theater arts for Littles (Grades K-2) that explores two fantastical, family-friendly blockbuster Broadway musicals – one inspired by a world-famous cartoon sea sponge, and the other a brilliant weaving together of the most famous stories and characters of Dr. Seuss – SpongeBob SquarePants The Musical and Seussical the Musical! Students will practice skills in acting, vocal expression, and movement – all while playing with showstopping music and larger-than-life characters. This fun, supportive, and interactive learning environment will also implement confidence-building theater games and improvisation activities to spark creative thinking, promote active listening, and encourage self-expression. The class will culminate in a “Showdown” mini-showcase on May 9!

Enrollment Deadline: March 21
Cost: $115
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Saturday, 9:00am-10:00am

Summer Camp: Theater Playground for Littles: A Mythical Creature Quest (Rising Grades 1-3)

Step into a world of magic and wonder with Theater Playground for Littles: A Mythical Creature Quest, an expanded version of Constellation’s Theater Playground program for rising 1st-3rd graders, specifically designed to ignite imaginations and build essential theater skills. Each day, young “questers” will explore legendary realms through enchanting activities like Dragon Dreams, Unicorn Universe, Mermaid Mystery, Phoenix Fantasy, Pegasus Playground, and Fairy Folklore, using these themes as a springboard for learning fundamental performance techniques. This camp is the ideal primer for Constellation’s Theater Camp for Littles: The Lorax in July. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: May 25
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7 St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Theater Camp for Kids: The Odyssey (Rising Grades 4-7)

For rising 4th-7th graders, Theater Camp for Kids: The Odyssey offers a hands-on, beginning-to-end experience of being in a play. Experienced professional teaching artists will guide campers through the process of auditioning, casting, table reads, table work, blocking and staging, rehearsing, adding technical elements (costumes, props, wigs, lights, sound), and performance. Join brave Odysseus on a legendary journey home as he outsmarts mighty gods and outruns mythical monsters in this epic, kid-friendly, high-seas adventure! The week culminates in an afternoon showcase of The Odyssey that gives budding young theater artists the opportunity to shine. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Session 1 Enrollment Deadline: May 25
Session 1 Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)
Session 2 Enrollment Deadline: July 13
Session 2 Location: Constellation Playhouse (107 W 9th St)
Cost: $315

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Movie Playground for Littles (Rising Grades 1-3)

For rising 1st-3rd graders, Movie Playground is an introduction and exploration of the world of moviemaking! With guidance from a professional filmmaker, campers will learn the basics of how a movie is made–from the spark of an idea all the way to showing it on the big screen. Using popular family-friendly films as inspiration for movie-themed activities, campers will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of visual storytelling, world-building, character creation, and acting. Campers will put their new skills to the test by creating their own mini-movies–all while learning the ropes of being on a movie set–in this fun, hands-on, creative environment. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 1
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7 St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Musical Theater Camp for Kids: SpongeBob the Musical (Rising Grades 4-8)

For rising 4th-8th graders, Musical Theater Camp for Kids: SpongeBob The Musical Jr. brings the colorful world of Bikini Bottom to life in this feel-good musical about friendship, optimism, and community. This 2-week exploration of the art of musical theater will promote confidence and instill the spirit of collaboration in aspiring young performers. Directed by Debby Jenkins, an accomplished veteran musical theater educator with expertise in music direction, campers will build skills in musicality, vocal performance, acting, movement, and stage etiquette as they are led through the beginning-to-end process of putting on a musical. The camp will culminate in 2 performances of SpongeBob The Musical Jr. at the John Waldron Arts Center. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 1
Cost: $595
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Movie Camp for Kids (Rising Grades 4-7)

Calling all creative kids (rising 4th-7th graders) to join Constellation’s Movie Camp for Kids – an unforgettable and face-paced expedition into the world of moviemaking. This comprehensive crash course offers campers an immersive, hands-on experience that will help develop essential skills in planning, building, shooting, and editing their own films using accessible and user-friendly smartphone cameras and editing applications. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Session 1 Enrollment Deadline: June 8
Session 2 Enrollment Deadline: June 15
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Broadway Beginnings: In the Big Blue World (Rising Grades 1-3)

For rising 1st-3rd graders, Broadway Beginnings: In the Big Blue World offers an introduction to the art of musical theater while promoting confidence and instilling the spirit of collaboration in young children. Led by a professional musical theater educator, campers will spend the week exploring the splash-tacular and fin-tastical songs of Broadway and beyond as they build skills in musicality, vocal performance, movement, stage etiquette, and musical storytelling. The week will culminate in an afternoon showcase at the John Waldron Arts Center that allows campers to shine in both group and individual performances from high-energy, kid-friendly shows like Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond, The Little Mermaid, Moana, SpongeBob the Musical, Luca and more! To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 15
Cost: $315
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Movie Camp for Teens (Rising Grades 8-12)

Calling all creative teens (rising 8th-12th graders) to join Constellation’s Movie Camp for Teens – an unforgettable and face-paced expedition into the world of moviemaking. This comprehensive crash course offers campers an immersive, hands-on experience that will help develop essential skills in planning, building, shooting, and editing their own films using accessible and user-friendly smartphone cameras and editing applications. This unique camp environment nurtures collaboration, innovation, and technical proficiency, providing a valuable and fun camp experience that translates into lasting digital-age skills and lasting friendships. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 22
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Broadway Beginnings Abridged: In the Big Blue World (Rising Grades 1-3)

For rising 1st-3rd graders who will thrive in a half-day camp, Broadway Beginnings Abridged: In the Big Blue World offers an introduction to the art of musical theater while promoting confidence and instilling the spirit of collaboration in young children. Led by a professional musical theater educator, campers will spend the week exploring the splash-tacular and fin-tastical songs of Broadway and beyond as they build skills in musicality, vocal performance, movement, stage etiquette, and musical storytelling. The week will culminate in an afternoon showcase at the John Waldron Arts Center that allows campers to shine in both group and individual performances from high-energy, kid-friendly shows like Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond, The Little Mermaid, Moana, SpongeBob the Musical, Luca and more! To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 22
Cost: $155
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:30pm

Summer Camp: Broadway Bootcamp for Kids (Rising Grades 4-7) (Session 1)

Broadway Bootcamp is BACK for its 8th year! For aspiring triple-threats, Broadway Bootcamp for Kids for rising 4th – 7th graders allows young performers to experience a snapshot of the professional rehearsal process. Led by a team of musical theater professionals, campers will work on material from a fun, kid-friendly Broadway show*. The week of intensive training in acting, singing, and dancing will help budding musical theater artists develop and sharpen skills, gain confidence, and make friends along the way! Broadway Bootcamp for Kids will culminate in a morning showcase at the John Waldron Arts Center that highlights the ensemble and lets soloists shine! To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 29
Cost: $275
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm

Summer Camp: Broadway Bootcamp for Kids (Rising Grades 4-7) (Session 2)

Broadway Bootcamp is BACK for its 8th year! For aspiring triple-threats, Broadway Bootcamp for Kids for rising 4th – 7th graders allows young performers to experience a snapshot of the professional rehearsal process. Led by a team of musical theater professionals, campers will work on material from a fun, kid-friendly Broadway show*. The week of intensive training in acting, singing, and dancing will help budding musical theater artists develop and sharpen skills, gain confidence, and make friends along the way! Broadway Bootcamp for Kids will culminate in an afternoon showcase at the John Waldron Arts Center that highlights the ensemble and lets soloists shine! To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: June 29
Cost: $275
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Theater Camp for Littles: The Lorax (Rising Grades 1-3)

For rising 1st-3rd graders, Theater Camp for Littles: The Lorax offers full-day, hands-on activities that encourage and promote the exploration and creation of theater arts in a fun, engaging camp environment. With a focus on teamwork and fostering imagination, campers will be guided through the fundamental beginning-to-end process of putting on a play inspired by Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, a whimsical and timely tale of friendship, responsibility, and the power of one small voice to make the world a brighter, greener place. The week culminates in an afternoon showcase at Constellation Playhouse! To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: July 6
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Playhouse (107 W 9th St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Musical Theater Camp for Kids: The Little Mermaid (Rising Grades 4-8)

For rising 4th-8th graders, Musical Theater Camp for Kids: Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. dives into a magical, splashy, and fin-tastical adventure that explores the timely themes of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the search for belonging. This 2-week exploration of the art of musical theater will promote confidence and instill the spirit of collaboration in aspiring young performers. Directed by Debby Jenkins, an accomplished veteran musical theater educator with expertise in music direction, campers will build skills in musicality, vocal performance, acting, movement, and stage etiquette as they are led through the beginning-to-end process of putting on a musical. The camp will culminate in 2 performances of The Little Mermaid Jr. at the John Waldron Arts Center. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: July 6
Cost: $595
Location: Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

Summer Camp: Comedy Camp for Kids: The Zip Zap Zop Zone (Rising Grades 4-7)

For rising 4th-7th graders, Comedy Camp for Kids: The Zip Zap Zop Zone provides the perfect playground for the creative kid with an active imagination and undeniable funny bone, as well as the more introverted kid who just needs the right environment to be inspired to come out of their shell. This immersive and hands-on comedy camp will give budding comedians the opportunity to build improvisational skills and performance technique in a safe, fun, and collaborative environment. The camp will culminate in a live showcase at Constellation Studios, highlighting both the improv troupe and individual performers. To read the full description, click “Enroll Now.”

Enrollment Deadline: July 6
Cost: $315
Location: Constellation Studios (411 E 7th St)

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm