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
$145 | 5 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 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
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.
For ages 4-7 with a caregiver
No class November 30
Sundays, 10:30-11:15am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$145 | 5 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 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.
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.
