Chicago Children’s Theatre’s classes for students in Grades 6-8 challenge young artists to tell stories from their own experiences and from the world around them. In classes exploring multimedia, film, devising, and advanced acting, young artists build artistic and life-learning skills to engage with art, media, and their world thoughtfully and critically. Each session features a mini performance for friends and family on the final day of class!
For grades 6-8
No class November 29
Saturdays, 4:00-5:30pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$435 | 10 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 for a 15% discount!
From vocal warm-ups to scene study techniques, get ready to add some tools to your actor’s toolbox in this advanced acting class! Sharpen your acting skills by rehearsing monologues and scenes, guided and coached by a professional theatre artist. Elements of the actor’s toolbox that you’ll explore include:
- Character physicality and body language
- Vocal technique and projection
- Using text analysis to enhance scene work
- Being an active scene partner
…and more! The last day of class will culminate in a showcase of original scenes and monologues right in your classroom.
For ages 10-15
No class November 29
Sundays, 11:30am - 12:30pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$290 | 10 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 for a 15% discount!
Designed for youth on the autism spectrum, this introductory acting class will encourage you to take the stage as a wide range of characters! Step into someone else’s shoes as you develop skills in:
- Performing confidently in front of others
- Using body, gesture, and dialogue to create a new character
- Communicating and listening as an ensemble
- Making imaginative choices
…all while having a ton of fun! In the final class, you’ll show off some of your character creations to family and friends in a mini-performance right in your classroom.
COVID Policy
By registering for this class, you are agreeing to abide by CCT Education’s COVID policies. Please carefully review our latest policies on our Education Policies & FAQs page.
Learn more about Financial Assistance opportunities, our Education Policies & FAQs, and our current roster of Teaching Artists.
If you have questions about CCT’s education programming please contact our Education & Community Programs Manager, Sivan Spector, at sivan@chicagochildrenstheatre.org, or by calling (312) 374-8828.