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MSTDA offers dramatic arts classes for all ages that teach skills and techniques for continuing on into the theatre production program or simply to enrich our students’ lives through creative exploration. These classes meet once a week, unless otherwise stated. Children’s classes culminate in an open class for parents and caregivers to attend. Our high caliber adult classes are taught by industry professionals in a fun, non-competitive environment.

SEMESTERS 6-16 weeks depending on time of year:
DROP IN $25/class (not available after first two weeks of semester)
FULL SEMESTER PRICING: Fall/Winter $320; Winter/Spring $320; Summer varies. Sibling and multi-class enrollment discounts offered. Please inquire by email for discount code.

Playmakers® Toddler/Preschool Drama Program 2–4 yrs

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. Parent/Caretaker participation is required . Families and friends are invited to our open class theatrical celebration at the end of the session.

Creative Drama Ages 4–6

Children develop creative abilities in a fun, non-competitive environment with pantomime, improv and imaginative story-work. Class readies students to move up into our Intro to Children's Theatre & Children's Theatre.

Special Moving Stories (available on request) Ages 4+

A class specially developed for students with special needs and disabilities. This class is to be taken with a caregiver/parent. Through storytelling and movement, students are encouraged to explore and express themselves in a supportive environment led by DOE special education teacher and early intervention therapist, Debra Orenstein. Class will focus on improving motor skills, muscle control, confidence, and socialization.

Intro to Children's Theatre 1st grade and up

This class is an introduction to Roosevelt Island's unique Children's Musical 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. An open class performance will be at the end of the semester for invited guests.

Acting for Adults Workshop Mihaela Mihut

This class focuses on group exercises and scene work using The Method as developed in the Actors Studio by Lee Strasberg based on the work of Constantin Stanislavski. Method Acting, as learned and practiced by the instructor personally (as a member of the Actors Studio), has proven to work in many different classes, workshops and private instruction for actors and non-actors (lawyers, doctors, public speakers, marketing executives, etc). This technique when understood and taught in the proper way will benefit all involved giving a fresh perspective to your profession. The Method allows students to develop a new approach, away from their learned routine, using their own unique instrument. Through various exercises, students learn to make risky choices, allowing them the creation of exceptional work and characters, and inspiring them to find the surprising side of themselves, creating a deeper understanding of who they are, first as people, then as actors and characters. Great achievements of successful people are emboldened by the clear understanding and use of their physical and emotional experiences.

Fall/Winter Semester

$352 - 45 minute or one hour class

Classes will take place at MSTDA 548 Main Street and 507 Main Street. View Schedule

Scholarship opportunities are available for those who qualify. More

Private lessons also available! More

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