Chicago Children’s Theatre’s classes for students in Grades K-2 engage their boundless creativity and encourage the practice of collaboration, both onstage and off. Classes focus on building basic theatre skills and social emotional skills. Each session features a mini performance for friends and family on the final day of class!
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 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.
For grades K-2
No class November 29
Sundays, 9:15-10:15am
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$290 | 10 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 for a 15% discount!
Dragons, fairies, and queens, oh my! Through theatre games and dramatic play activities, you’ll battle beasts, befriend forest creatures, and add your own twists and turns to classic stories. Class will include skill building in:
- Performing confidently in front of others
- Using body and voice to create a character
- Creating stories with a beginning, middle, and end
- Imagination development
- Listening and collaboration
…and more! On the last day of class, you’ll perform your original fairy tale for family and friends in your classroom.
For grades K-2
No class October 13, November 24
Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm
at Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S Racine Ave
$290 | 10 sessions
Register by 8/1/25 for a 15% discount!
Step into the spotlight and let your creativity shine! In this music-filled drama class, you’ll explore the magic of musical storytelling and your own unique and colorful voice. Through lively songs, playful theatre games, and imaginative movement, you will build skills in:
- Performing confidently in front of others
- Using body and voice to create a character
- Singing as an ensemble in unison, in harmony, and in round
- Playing a variety of musical instruments
…and more! The class will end with a joyful performance in your classroom to celebrate your colorful chorus with family and friends.
CCT offers free after-school pick-up from Skinner West Elementary School Main Branch and Intercultural Montessori.
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.
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.