Weekend Classes

Sunday Story Jams | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026 (no class 11/29)

Sundays, 9:00-9:45am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 1-4 with a caregiver

Registration: $158 plus fees, financial assistance is available

Drop-In class options available for $25 plus fees

REGISTER FOR 7 SESSIONS

CHOOSE A DROP-IN

Bounce like a bunny, scamper like a mouse, or hoot like an owl as we play in the forest together. Through creative drama you and your little one will explore woodland creatures, discover the mysteries of the forest, and sing songs all while expanding social-emotional and motor skills, and building confidence expressing your creative sides as you play together. Each Sunday a different book will be read including stories from Beatrix Potter’s collection like Peter Rabbit! Sunday Story Jams will help develop your child’s fine and gross motor skills, early literacy, and blossoming creative spirit.

 

Music & Drama: Tales with Tails | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026 (no class 11/29)

Sundays, 9:15-10:15am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 5-8 

This is a drop-off class—students attend without their caregivers.

Registration: $210 plus fees, financial assistance is available

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Calling all cute critters and creepy crawlies to the stage! Through multi-sensory creative drama, movement activities and songs you’ll hop with bunnies, burrow with mice, and find your special role in the ecosystem. Through reading stories together and bringing them to life, you’ll gain skills in:

  • Performing confidently in front of others
  • Using body and voice to play a character
  • Identifying and portraying emotions
  • Making friends
  • Listening and teamwork

…and more! On the final day of class, we will share our imaginary adventures with family and friends.

Triple Threat: This is Me! | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026

Sundays, 10:00-11:30am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 8-11

No class on November 29, 2026

This is a drop-off class—students attend without their caregivers.

Registration: $315 plus fees, financial assistance is available

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You’re ready for the spotlight! Come share your unique voice and personality, and confidently say to the world: “This is me!” Level up your vocal technique and onstage confidence by diving into musicals that feature bold, brave, and unique characters - in the theatre world and beyond. On the last day of class, you will perform some favorite songs and scenes for family and friends. 

In this class you will: 

  • Build a confident singing voice through lessons in vocal technique 
  • Expressing unique characters through body and voice
  • Learn and perform group choreography

…and more! On the last day of class, you will perform your show stopping numbers for family and friends right in your classroom.

Red Kite Storyhoppers | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026

Sundays, 10:30-11:15am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 4-7 with a caregiver

No class on November 29, 2026

Registration: $158 plus fees, financial assistance is available

Drop-In class options available for $25 plus fees

REGISTER FOR ALL 7 SESSIONS

CHOOSE A DROP-IN

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.

Red Kite Workshop: Improv! | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026 (no class 11/29)

Sundays, 11:30-12:30pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 8-12 

This is a drop-off class—students attend without their caregivers.

Registration: $210 plus fees, financial assistance is available

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Designed for youth on the autism spectrum, this actor’s workshop will focus on the basics of improv! During this class you'll learn that the best improv happens when everyone works together. Through improv games and ensemble work, you'll build skills in:

  • Adding onto ideas with "Yes, And…"
  • Performing short-form improv games
  • Making bold character choices 
  • Active listening and supporting your teammates

…and more! In the final workshop, you’ll perform a mini Improv show for friends and family right in your classroom!

Teen Acting Lab: Performance Technique Intensive | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026

Sundays, 12:30-2:00pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 11-14 

No class on November 29, 2026

This is a drop-off class—students attend without their caregivers.

Registration: $315 plus fees, financial assistance is available

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An advanced acting intensive for students ready to deepen their craft. Students learn professional text analysis techniques, breaking down character objectives, given circumstances, and emotional beats, and apply them to fully realized scene work with a partner. Students build critical thinking, collaboration, and confident performance skills. The last day of class will culminate in a final showcase where they perform their scenes for family and friends.

Red Kite Teen Workshop: Improv! | Fall 2026
Date: Oct 25, 2026

October 25 - December 13, 2026 (no class 11/29)

Sundays, 12:45-1:45pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
For ages 13-18 

This is a drop-off class—students attend without their caregivers.

Registration: $210 plus fees, financial assistance is available

REGISTER NOW

Designed for youth on the autism spectrum, this actor’s workshop will focus on the basics of improv! During this class you'll learn that the best improv happens when everyone works together. Through improv games and ensemble work, you'll build skills in:

  • Adding onto ideas with "Yes, And…"
  • Performing short-form improv games
  • Making bold character choices 
  • Active listening and supporting your teammates

…and more! In the final workshop, you’ll perform a mini Improv show for friends and family right in your classroom!