Youth Classes – Waco Civic Theatre

Theatre Education for Young Artists

IS YOUR STUDENT ACTOR WANTING TO SHARPEN THEIR SKILLS?

All year-round, we offer classes to help our young actors sharpen all of their skills. Classes are skill-based, but have lots of fun themes generated by our master teachers, and even suggestions from students! From Readers Theatre to private vocal lessons to introductory dance classes, we are here to help shape your actor while making sure they have fun the whole way!

UPCOMING CAMPS AND CLASSES

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Homeschool Theatre Production Class

Mondays & Wednesdays from 9am-11am – Starting February 10th

Singing in the Rain, Jr. (ages 5 and up, limited spots for ages 5-8)

Performing in mid-May (date TBD)

The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in

Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin’ in the Rain JR. a guaranteed good time for performers and audience members alike.

Singin’ in the Rain JR. has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline — the starlet, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers! In silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item, but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen! Meanwhile, Lina’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career in “talking pictures” without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her.

Spring Break Camp

Students will work together to discover the magic of theatre while learning about improv, puppetry, choreography, melodrama, commedia dell’arte, and more!

March 10th, Monday through Friday from 9am – 4pm.
Ages: 5 – 12

Disney's 101 Dalmatians Class

Join our Rising Star Academy class and bring to life the magical story based on the classic animated film, Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney’s most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws onstage. With a high-spirited score and lovable characters, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight all audiences.

Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Monday January 27th, 2025

No rehearsal Spring Break

Magic Treehouse, Knight at Dawn Kids

1pm – 5pm June 2-13th
Ages 5 through 13

Magic Tree House: The Knight at Dawn KIDS is an adaptation of the second of Mary Pope Osborne’s award-winning fantasy adventure books from the Magic Tree House book series, which has sold more than 100 million copies and is available in more than 100 countries around the world. This time around, Jack and Annie’s tree house takes them to an age of knights in shining armor, where the two discover the power of hope and the true meaning of gallantry.

Beetlejuice The Musical Camp

1pm – 5pm June 16-27

Ages 11 through 18

It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.

Willy Wonka Kids Camp

1pm – 5pm June 30 – July 11

Ages 5 through 13

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. Now in the updated Binder format!

Phantom Tollbooth Camp

June 9-June 20 9am-Noon.
Performances June 20-22

Here are Milo’s adventures in the Land of Wisdom, where he’s forced to think about many new things. Milo learns of the argument between King Azaz and his brother, the Mathemagician, whose disagreement over words and numbers has led to the banishment of Princesses Sweet Rhyme and Pure Reason. Milo is dispatched to rescue the princesses from the Land of Ignorance. Armed with the knowledge and skills he picks up on his journey, Mile rescues the princesses. When he must return home, Milo bids farewell to his new friends, knowing his attitude toward learning will never be the same.

Disney's Moana Camp

1pm – 5pm July 21-Aug 1

Ages 8 through 18.

Performances start Aug 1st – 3rd.

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.

Charlotte's Web: The Musical, The Class

Charlotte’s Web is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. She will create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some Pig” in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig but also ensures his place on the farm forever.

This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.

Rehearsal: Monday’s 3:30pm. – 5:30pm. (Occasional Saturday Rehearsals)

Ages: Kinder – 6th

Location: Saint Paul’s Episcopal Day School

Performance: May 5th @ 5:15 p.m.