Youth Theatre Classes in Lawrence

Theatre is for Everyone

kids in a classroom

Open the Curtain to a New Community

Does your child embrace the dramatic? Whether it’s a flair for performance, a love of theatre, an interest in music, or simple curiosity—exploring theatre could be right for them!

Youth theatre classes at Lawrence Arts Center go beyond acting, covering all aspects that go into a theatre performance. This includes music performance, stage lighting, set building, costuming, and everything else that makes a theatre production possible.

Our Facilities & Curriculum

Setting the Stage

We’re committed to providing the Lawrence area with a facility that welcomes them into the world of theatre and music. This includes our dedicated spaces at our primary and satellite locations for youth theatre in Lawrence, plus a 300-seat theatre for performances.

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The youth theatre classes we offer focus on developing the artist as well as the art. Classes cover everything from technical aspects of theatre—like stage lighting and set building—to performance and beyond. The choice is yours!

For our youth theatre classes, the descriptions list what to expect from the courses. The goals of our youth theatre classes include skill building, exploration, play, and more!

Current Classes

Acting, Improv & Performance

Upcycled Puppets[24FA]
11/14/24 - 11/21/24, 5:00PM - 6:55PM | TH
Ages 13 to 18 | TBD | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | FTMY64
Members $60 | Non-Members $60
Create art and drama from the recycling bin. Focus on collaboration, improvisation and dramatic structure.
Shakespearean Insults & Stage Combat[24FA]
10/19/24 - 11/16/24, 1:00PM - 1:55PM | SA
Ages 11 to 14 | Jeanne C. Averill | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | FTMY136
Members $100 | Non-Members $100
Become a master of the Shakespearean insult. But wait, there's more. The class will also teach the stage combat that comes about as the result of these insults. Create your own Shakespearean scene, complete with a Shakespearean plot, language, insults, and fight choreography.
Acting Fundies[24FA]
10/15/24 - 11/19/24, 5:00PM - 5:55PM | TU
Ages 7 to 12 | Kayla Sandusky | Lawrence Arts Center
Completed | FTMY71
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
Do you have a young dramatic person in your life? Get them in this class so they can hone their skills and start building their acting fundamentals.
Intro to Musical Theatre[24FA]
10/12/24 - 11/16/24, 11:15AM - 12:40PM | SA
Ages 7 to 12 | Kayla Sandusky | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | FTMY116
Members $245 | Non-Members $245
Learn how to sing and dance! Let's explore the magic of Musical Theatre together.

Family Play

Imagination & Adventure

Beach Party Bring a Friend[24FA]
10/26/24 - 11/2/24, 9:05AM - 9:55AM | SA
Ages 2 to 5 | Jordan Mills | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | FTMY146
Members $36 | Non-Members $36
Bust out those beach towels and lets have a party! Come and play, imagine and explore. What sandy adventures await you? This class is a child + caregiver class, and you can bring a friend!
Tea Party: Bring a Friend[24FA]
11/9/24 - 11/16/24, 9:05AM - 9:55AM | SA
Ages 2 to 5 | Jordan Mills | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | FTMY186
Members $36 | Non-Members $36
Have a tea party on the moon, or wherever you like! Explore and imagine on the wonderful creatures, people, or animals you may meet. This class is a child + caregiver class, and you can bring a friend!
Bend and Breathe with Kayla![24FA]
11/2/24 - 11/23/24, 10:00AM - 10:55AM | SA
Ages 3 to 6 | Kayla Sandusky | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | FTMY176
Members $80 | Non-Members $80
It's never too early to learn mindful practices, but also sometimes you just have to get the wiggles out! Your kids will giggle and grow in this class that explores movement and breathing.
Story Book Worlds: Halloween Sweets & Treats[24FA]
10/19/24 - 11/16/24, 9:00AM - 9:45AM | SA
Ages 3 to 6 | Kayla Sandusky | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | FTMY16B
Members $90 | Non-Members $90
Halloween can be fun, exciting, and full of treats and tricks. We are sure to have a good time. Unlock your child's imagination in our story book worlds series

Music

Traditional Irish Fiddle: Youth[24FA]
10/17/24 - 11/21/24, 4:30PM - 5:55PM | TH
Ages 7 to 13 | Annie Stark | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | FTMY14B
Members $150 | Non-Members $150
Connecting with heritage music is a natural way to connect with culture. Students will learn fiddle tunes in a traditional style with opportunities to provide music for Irish dancers. Students must bring their own violin and have 2+ years of experience.
Me & YOUkulele[24FA]
10/16/24 - 11/20/24, 5:00PM - 5:55PM | WE
Ages 6 to 10 | Jordan Mills | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | FTMY43B
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
Get to know your ukulele with this beginner course! Students will learn simple chords and basic strumming patterns in a beginner friendly way. No music experience needed. Students must provide their own ukulele.

Performance Skill Building

Summer Youth Theatre

Technical Theatre

Scenic Painting[24FA]
10/27/24 - 11/17/24, 4:30PM - 7:30PM | SU
Ages 13 to 18 | Lexey Jost | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | FTMY27
Members $160 | Non-Members $160
This studio-style class will cover beginner and intermediate techniques used in scenic painting for the stage. Students will learn how to create stage canvases from start to finish, explore color theory and paint mixing, paint faux finishes like wood, stone, and marble, and create dimension with light and shadow.
kids in a play in stage

Make Art Part of Their Daily Life

Interested in enrolling in youth theatre at Lawrence Arts Center School of Theatre & Music? We have financial aid available to those who need it to ensure classes are accessible to everyone.

kids in a play

Take The Stage

Learn more about audition opportunities for our upcoming performances!

Auditions

Art is for Everyone

Making Art Accessible to All

Lawrence Arts Center is here to ensure anyone—of any age and any background—can connect with a supportive community and flex their creative muscles. With contemporary exhibitions, performances, and an array of theatre and music education classes for adults and kids, everyone will find something that’s right for them.

Our primary state-of-the-art facility at 940 New Hampshire St. features classrooms, studios, theatres, and more. To further support the community, we also have a space for classes and rehearsal at 10th & Mass Studios.

What's So Great About Our Youth Theatre And Music Classes?