Our unique Red Kite Classes and Camps create dynamic learning experiences for youth on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent learners. We aim to foster shared arts experiences that encourage self-expression, social engagement, creative exploration, and above all, FUN!
Red Kite Curriculum
Red Kite is an adaptive theater program for young people on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent learners. The primary pillar of our curriculum is social-emotional learning (SEL), utilizing sensory drama games to engage each student’s ability to work within a group and explore their emotional expressivity and understanding. Our classes engage in creative play and sensory experiences to encourage students to connect with their unique body, voice, imagination, and with the community around them.
Red Kite Classes & Camps
For ages 4-7 with a caregiver
Sundays, 10:30-11:15am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$174 | 6 sessions
Register by 3/8/26 for a 15% discount!
Designed for youth on the autism spectrum with a participating grown-up, this highly-interactive creative drama class will get the whole family moving and imagining! Bond with your little one through creative drama, music, and multisensory activities, while supporting your child’s motor development, communication skills, self-confidence, and blossoming creative spirit.
For ages 10-15
Sundays, 11:30am- 12:30pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$174 | 6 sessions
Register by 3/8/26 for a 15% discount!
Designed for young people on the autism spectrum, this theatre class will encourage students to take on the roles of both designer and performer. Get ready to move beyond sock puppets and explore more advanced and theatrical styles of puppetry! In this class where you get to do it all, you’ll build skills in:
- Creating distinct characters
- Planning and executing an artistic project
- Communicating with others in improvised scenes
- Making bold and imaginative choices
…and more! On the last day of class, you’ll have a mini puppetry showcase for family and friends right in your classroom!
For ages 8-22
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:30pm at CCT, 100 S Racine Ave
$950 | 3 week camp
Financial assistance is available!
Camp Red Kite is a dynamic theatre day camp for young people on the autism spectrum. During three fun-filled weeks, campers ages 8-22 explore drama, music, and visual arts! Throughout each camp day, campers rotate through engaging arts classes with their age-appropriate small groups, growing their sense of community, imaginative thinking, and self-confidence.
Camp Red Kite is led by a trained team of theatre artists, administrators, and CPS Special Education teachers dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for youth on the autism spectrum. Join us at Chicago Children’s Theatre this summer for an exciting arts experience that encourages self-expression, social engagement, and creative exploration!
On the last day of camp, family and friends are invited to enjoy scenes, songs, costumes and much more created by campers!
Masks are welcome but not required during this camp. For more information about summer camps, please see our Education Policies & FAQs. If you have any questions about Camp Red Kite, please email redkite@chicagochildrenstheatre.org.
To stay connected with our upcoming programming, please be sure to sign up for our email newsletter. You can also check out our activity videos on our CCTv Youtube page.
Learn more about our other Red Kite Project programing or head to Access Weekends to find out about our sensory friendly main-stage performances.
If you have questions regarding The Red Kite Project please contact us at redkite@chicagochildrenstheatre.org or by calling (312) 374-8829.
The Red Kite Project is presented by The Ralla Klepak Foundation for Education in the Performing Arts.
