SUMMER PROGRAMMING IN THEATRE,
DANCE & FITNESS
Summer Theatre Programs
"Playmakers" Toddler Drama Program, 18 mos & 2 yrs, Begins July 17th and ends August 21st
An innovative introductory theatre class for the youngest actors! Even at this age, your child’s imagination is blooming, ready to explore story-telling, acting, singing and dancing. We play theatre games, act out stories, try on costumes, learn songs and scenes and overall encourage creative self-discovery. Parents and Caretakers are welcome. Families and friends are invited to our open class theatrical celebration at the end of the session.
"Playmakers" Pre-school Drama Program, 3 - 5 yrs, Begins July 13th and ends August 17th
An innovative introductory theatre class for young budding actors looking to play and create in a nourishing, confidence-building environment. Building upon the natural born talent of play-acting, we teach them enriched story-telling through speech, characterization, singing, dance, puppetry, costumery and, of course, comedy. The actors engage in real plays, scenes and songs that they help create! Families and friends are invited to our open class theatrical celebration at the end of the session.
Mini Musical Theatre Workshop, Ages 6-8 , Begins July 18th and ends August 22nd
This is a 6 week class starting on July 18th. An introduction to Roosevelt Island's unique Children's Theatre, learn the basics including improv, theatre games, storytelling & performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will learn excerpts from popular children's Broadway musicals.
Musical Theatre Summer Workshop, Ages 9-12, Begins July 13th and ends August 22nd
This class meets two hours twice a week for 6 weeks starting on July 13th. For those looking to experience our Children's Theatre for the first time or those with experience already, this class incorporates improv, theatre games, scene study, storytelling & performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will produce their own short musical with all of the elements: songwriting, composing, storytelling, staging, choreography and performance.
Teen Theatre Workshop, Ages 13+ , Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
Enjoy it all – from basic stagecraft to more advanced concepts of comedy, playwriting, drama, and musical theatre. Students will have the freedom to explore multiple theatre disciplines including improv, monologues, cabaret, scene acting, and musical theatre. Class is three hours with a break in the middle and meets once a week starting July 12th for 6 weeks. The last class will be an open performance for their guests in the style of their choosing.
Summer Dance Programs
Little Dancers, 18 mos & 2 yrs, Begins July 20th and ends August 24th
Little movers and shakers will enjoy dancing movement, music rhythm, games and stories in this fun class. Basic locomotive movement and age-appropriate developmental skills and concepts are all incorporated in this lively program. For little boys and girls with or without their caregivers - come on - let's dance!
Creative Pre-Ballet, 3 & 4 years,
Wednesday session: July 12th - August 16th / Thursday session: July 20th - August 24th
Children learn basic ballet vocabulary and technique through ballet, and creative movement. There will be an open class at the end for invited guests.
Pre-Ballet, 5 yrs, Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
Children learn basic ballet vocabulary and technique in preparation for moving up in the ballet curriculum. There will be an open class at the end for invited guests.
Ballet Summer Intensive, classes for 6 years up to Adult, Begins July 13th and ends August 17th
The Summer Ballet Intensive is a class to focus on fundamental technique skills, anatomical understanding (alignment and correct use of rotation), and musicality. Students will learn short excerpts from classical ballet repertoire appropriate for their age. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
Broadway Tots Dance, Ages 3 & 4, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
This class incorporates different dance styles to Broadway tunes. An introduction to jazz, tap and more, your pre-schooler will be introduced to dance vocabulary and movement from multiple dance disciplines. A fun, high energy class for your little dancer. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
Musical Theatre Dance, classes for 5 years up, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
A combination of tap and jazz, this class fuses Broadway tunes and dance styles for a high energy fun class. Musical Theatre Dance complements the musical theatre program and gives students the opportunity to brush up on their Broadway dance skills. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
ADW: Adult Dance Workshop, Teens & Adults, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
A combination of tap and jazz, this class fuses Broadway tunes and dance styles for a high energy fun class. Good for all levels of dancer from beginner to advanced. Learn basic technique or get back to the basics to perfect your technique, there is something for everyone in this fun and non-competitive class.
Belly Dancing, Adults, Begins July 10th and ends August 14th
Whether you want to do it for the fitness benefits or for the dance technique, this will surely be a fun class for all! Our belly dancing class focuses on breaking down classic Arabic technique, clarifying isolations, building strength, increasing flexibility and discovering the sensuality of the movements.
Summer Adult Fitness Programs
Bab's Boot Camp, 4 week class begins July 27th and ends August 17th
A group fitness aerobic program that combines low impact moves and weight training for a full body workout to increase muscle strength and endurance. A fun filled class designed for all fitness levels.
Barre Workout, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
Incorporating the ballet barre, this class is a total body workout for improving strength, balance and flexibility
Pilates, 4 week class begins July 24 and ends August 14th
A combination of Pilates, Yoga, Alexander technique and core body movements. Designed to correct body alignment, improve flexibility, strengthen, and elongate muscles. All levels welcome.
Zumba ® , Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
A total body workout combining cardio, muscle conditioning and strength, balance, and flexibility. A high energy, fun class sure to boost your energy and spirits! Be prepared to sweat and dance the night away to your favorite music.
"Playmakers" Toddler Drama Program, 18 mos & 2 yrs, Begins July 17th and ends August 21st
An innovative introductory theatre class for the youngest actors! Even at this age, your child’s imagination is blooming, ready to explore story-telling, acting, singing and dancing. We play theatre games, act out stories, try on costumes, learn songs and scenes and overall encourage creative self-discovery. Parents and Caretakers are welcome. Families and friends are invited to our open class theatrical celebration at the end of the session.
"Playmakers" Pre-school Drama Program, 3 - 5 yrs, Begins July 13th and ends August 17th
An innovative introductory theatre class for young budding actors looking to play and create in a nourishing, confidence-building environment. Building upon the natural born talent of play-acting, we teach them enriched story-telling through speech, characterization, singing, dance, puppetry, costumery and, of course, comedy. The actors engage in real plays, scenes and songs that they help create! Families and friends are invited to our open class theatrical celebration at the end of the session.
Mini Musical Theatre Workshop, Ages 6-8 , Begins July 18th and ends August 22nd
This is a 6 week class starting on July 18th. An introduction to Roosevelt Island's unique Children's Theatre, learn the basics including improv, theatre games, storytelling & performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will learn excerpts from popular children's Broadway musicals.
Musical Theatre Summer Workshop, Ages 9-12, Begins July 13th and ends August 22nd
This class meets two hours twice a week for 6 weeks starting on July 13th. For those looking to experience our Children's Theatre for the first time or those with experience already, this class incorporates improv, theatre games, scene study, storytelling & performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will produce their own short musical with all of the elements: songwriting, composing, storytelling, staging, choreography and performance.
Teen Theatre Workshop, Ages 13+ , Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
Enjoy it all – from basic stagecraft to more advanced concepts of comedy, playwriting, drama, and musical theatre. Students will have the freedom to explore multiple theatre disciplines including improv, monologues, cabaret, scene acting, and musical theatre. Class is three hours with a break in the middle and meets once a week starting July 12th for 6 weeks. The last class will be an open performance for their guests in the style of their choosing.
Summer Dance Programs
Little Dancers, 18 mos & 2 yrs, Begins July 20th and ends August 24th
Little movers and shakers will enjoy dancing movement, music rhythm, games and stories in this fun class. Basic locomotive movement and age-appropriate developmental skills and concepts are all incorporated in this lively program. For little boys and girls with or without their caregivers - come on - let's dance!
Creative Pre-Ballet, 3 & 4 years,
Wednesday session: July 12th - August 16th / Thursday session: July 20th - August 24th
Children learn basic ballet vocabulary and technique through ballet, and creative movement. There will be an open class at the end for invited guests.
Pre-Ballet, 5 yrs, Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
Children learn basic ballet vocabulary and technique in preparation for moving up in the ballet curriculum. There will be an open class at the end for invited guests.
Ballet Summer Intensive, classes for 6 years up to Adult, Begins July 13th and ends August 17th
The Summer Ballet Intensive is a class to focus on fundamental technique skills, anatomical understanding (alignment and correct use of rotation), and musicality. Students will learn short excerpts from classical ballet repertoire appropriate for their age. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
Broadway Tots Dance, Ages 3 & 4, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
This class incorporates different dance styles to Broadway tunes. An introduction to jazz, tap and more, your pre-schooler will be introduced to dance vocabulary and movement from multiple dance disciplines. A fun, high energy class for your little dancer. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
Musical Theatre Dance, classes for 5 years up, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
A combination of tap and jazz, this class fuses Broadway tunes and dance styles for a high energy fun class. Musical Theatre Dance complements the musical theatre program and gives students the opportunity to brush up on their Broadway dance skills. There will be an open class for invited guests at the end.
ADW: Adult Dance Workshop, Teens & Adults, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
A combination of tap and jazz, this class fuses Broadway tunes and dance styles for a high energy fun class. Good for all levels of dancer from beginner to advanced. Learn basic technique or get back to the basics to perfect your technique, there is something for everyone in this fun and non-competitive class.
Belly Dancing, Adults, Begins July 10th and ends August 14th
Whether you want to do it for the fitness benefits or for the dance technique, this will surely be a fun class for all! Our belly dancing class focuses on breaking down classic Arabic technique, clarifying isolations, building strength, increasing flexibility and discovering the sensuality of the movements.
Summer Adult Fitness Programs
Bab's Boot Camp, 4 week class begins July 27th and ends August 17th
A group fitness aerobic program that combines low impact moves and weight training for a full body workout to increase muscle strength and endurance. A fun filled class designed for all fitness levels.
Barre Workout, Begins July 11th and ends August 15th
Incorporating the ballet barre, this class is a total body workout for improving strength, balance and flexibility
Pilates, 4 week class begins July 24 and ends August 14th
A combination of Pilates, Yoga, Alexander technique and core body movements. Designed to correct body alignment, improve flexibility, strengthen, and elongate muscles. All levels welcome.
Zumba ® , Begins July 12th and ends August 16th
A total body workout combining cardio, muscle conditioning and strength, balance, and flexibility. A high energy, fun class sure to boost your energy and spirits! Be prepared to sweat and dance the night away to your favorite music.
