Registration is now open for Playhouse Theatre Academy’s winter session, inspired by Wicked, LEGOMasters

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Playhouse Theatre Academy is offering an exciting lineup of winter classes starting the week of January 12! With something for every young performer ages 3-13, we’re offering unique classes inspired by Wicked, LEGOMasters, the NYT-bestselling series “Dragons Love Tacos,” and even a production class where students will mount a full musical. Registration is open and spots are filling quickly.

Conveniently located in West Hartford and Simsbury, our classes are designed to inspire imagination, build confidence, and create unforgettable memories. All are 8-week sessions, except for Mini-Mainstage Musicals, which is an 18-week session.

LEGOMASTERS STORY BUILDERS (AGES 6 – 10): Build, create, and perform in a one-of-a-kind experience where creativity and storytelling come together in exciting and unforgettable ways! Mondays in Simsbury, 540 Hopmeadow St, Studio B, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MINI-MAINSTAGE MUSICALS (AGES 8 – 13): Join us for an unforgettable adventure where creativity, confidence, and pure imagination come together to bring the magical world of Willy Wonka to life—enroll today and let your child shine on the Playhouse on Park stage! Tuesdays in Simsbury, 540 Hopmeadow St, Studio B, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

DRAMA SPROUTS: KNIGHTS, PRINCESSES, AND FIREBREATHING-FUN (AGES 3 – 4): Send your little one on an imaginative adventure filled with storytelling, play-based acting, and creative fun where confidence and creativity take center stage! Wednesdays in West Hartford, 701 Farmington Ave, 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

LITTLE THESPIANS: KNIGHTS, PRINCESSES, AND FIREBREATHING-FUN (AGES 5 – 7): Discover a world of imagination, creativity, and adventure where young performers can build confidence, explore captivating stories, and have a blast bringing their favorite characters to life! Wednesdays in West Hartford, 701 Farmington Ave, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturdays in Simsbury, 540 Hopmeadow St, Studio B, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

RISING STARS: WICKED—FOR GOOD (AGES 8 – 12): Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with magic, music, and meaningful connections as we bring the enchanting world of Oz to life with scenes, songs, and spellbinding storytelling! Wednesdays in West Hartford, 701 Farmington Ave, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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Playhouse Theatre Academy wants to make arts education accessible to all – interest-free payment plans, needs and merit-based scholarships, sibling/cousin discounts, and free trial classes (for new students) are available.

Playhouse Theatre Academy is dedicated to offering professional theatre programs for emerging artists of all ages and abilities in West Hartford and Simsbury, CT. Playhouse Theatre Academy is able to provide access to professional artists, productions and opportunities through our affiliation with Playhouse on Park. Whether your goal is to be a professional actor or to explore your imagination and creativity in a new way, the Playhouse Theatre Academy is a home for quality theatre instruction.

For more information about Playhouse Theatre Academy, including winter session pricing and registration forms, please visit www.PlayhouseTheatreAcademy.org or call 860-523-5900 x16.

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