Theater School
Session:
Performing Arts Summer Programs 2026
Spark creativity this Summer with our variety of programs. Engage in dynamic dance classes, theater classes, arts & crafts, and more. Each program culminates in an exciting performance experience!
Available Programs:
Once Upon a Stage
Schedule
Course Schedule: June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Course Information
Description:
3 – 5 years
Step into the world of fairy tales – princesses, dancing animals, and magical spells – during this week-long summer dance and theater intensive curated for the preschool-aged child. Each week, students will learn about a different fairytale ballet, including the narrative, history, and music of the ballet. The dancers will take lessons in tap, ballet, and jazz dance, and will learn the basics of stage acting and pantomime.
In between dancing, the children will enjoy story time and craft time, where they will read books and make art related to the fairytale theme of the week. Every day will also include a snack and lunch break. At the conclusion of the week, dancers will put on a small performance to music from the fairytale ballet of the week. (Students who do not wish to purchase Tap shoes may rent them for a small fee, pending availability.)
Fairy Tale Week 1: Cinderella
Monday, Jun. 15 – Friday, Jun. 19 • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Early Bird Rates Effective thru Sunday, Mar. 1
Member $425 / Community $525
Fairy Tale Week 2: The Magic Flute
Monday, Aug. 17 – Friday, Aug. 21 • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Early Bird Rates Effective thru Sunday, Mar. 1
Member $425 / Community $525
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Summer Dance Theater
Schedule
Course Schedule: June 22, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Course Information
Description:
Grades K – 8
Ignite your child’s summer with this joyful program designed for rising grades K-8. From dynamic dance exploration to theatrical arts this program offers a rewarding creative experience!
Activities include a daily warm-up and icebreakers followed by technique classes, rehearsals and classes in stagecraft and improvisation. Campers will also participate in various arts and crafts opportunities, Day Camps activities, enjoy an outdoor snack and lunch break to rest and refuel, and participate in free swim on select days.
We offer 2 sessions, with different artistic focuses, each ending in a performance on the Thursday evening of the concluding week.
Session 1 of SDT is a 4-week dance intensive concluding with our very own theatrical ballet interpretation of the storybook classic Alice in Wonderland. Tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice, where peculiar new friends and curious adventures lead her toward unexpected self-discovery and a newfound strength of character. SDT 1 focuses mainly on the dance arts, with classes in Ballet technique and other various electives such as Jazz Dance, Tap Dance, Hip-Hop, Contemporary Dance, Dance Conditioning, Dance History, Pantomime (ballet stage-acting), and Set Making. Campers interested in participating in the performance must attend at least 3 of the 4 weeks, including the final tech week (July 13 - 17).
Session 2 of SDT is a 3-week intensive concluding in a production of Disney’s Frozen KIDS. Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love. Adapted for young performers, this production features all of the songs from the animated film, as well as wonderful new songs from the Broadway production. SDT 2 is a comprehensive musical theater program, featuring an equal focus on music, acting, and dance. Performers will leave Arendale as triple-threats! Campers interested in participating in the performance must attend all 3 weeks, including the final tech week (August 10 – 13).
Join us for a fun, creative, and engaging summer experience! Limited spots available for an unforgettable summer adventure – reserve your child’s place today!
Full Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
SESSION 1
Alice in Wonderland
4 weeks: June 22 - July 17 (No program on Jul. 3)
Performance: Thursday, Jul. 17 • 6 p.m.
Member $3,210 / Community $3,640
SESSION 2
Frozen KIDS
3 weeks: Jul. 27 - Aug. 14
Performance: Thursday, August 13 • 6 p.m.
3 Weeks: Member $2,390 / Community $2,710
Partial Session Options Available (Must attend a minimum of number of weeks per session including the final week to take part in the performance). To discuss partial session enrollment please contact performingarts@stamfordjcc.org
Please note that for Summer 2026, weeks and pricing can be combined for Day Camps@The J and Performing Arts Summer Dance Theater sessions. If you have billing and pricing questions, please reach out to aaleonard@stamfordjcc.org
Deposit is required to lock in rates and contributes toward your total tuition payment.
Member $300 / Community: $400
Payment Plan Options:
• Paid Monthly (Charges from Nov. or time of registration-Jun.)
• Two Payments (Half upon signing up and Balance on Apr. 1)
• Paid in Full (Please Note as of June 1 all registrations are Paid in Full)
Refund Policy:
• 100% refund of tuition paid through January 31, 2026 less a $50 processing fee
• 50% refund of tuition paid through April 1, 2026 less a $50 processing fee
• No refunds as of May 1, 2026
*Please note that if more than 1 child is registered in a family, a 10% sibling discount will be applied to the lowest tuition rate(s).
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Performing Arts Post Week
Schedule
Course Schedule: August 17, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $550 / Community $650
Description:
Grades K – 8
Join us for this 1 week session to work on your dance techniques and skills before the start of the new school year. Reunite with friends and dance the hot days away.
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Session:
Theater
Is your child ready to take the stage? Our fun and engaging Theater classes are perfect for elementary and middle school students who love to act, imagine, and express themselves. Through games, improvisation, and scene work, kids will build confidence, improve communication skills, and learn the basics of performance in a supportive, creative environment.
Broadway Babies • 2 – 3.5 years
Little Actors • 3 – 5 years
Preschool Musical Theater • 3 – 5 years
Broadway Kids 1 • Grade K – 2
(Formerly Broadway Kids 1/2)
Broadway Kids 2 • Grade 3 – 6
(Formerly Broadway Kids 3/4)
Show Choir • Grade 3+
Theater Playground 1 • Grade K – 2
Theater Playground 2 • Grade 2 – 4
Discovery Theater • Grade 4 – 6
Music Mathematicians • Grade 3+
Member Registration opens Monday, Nov. 10
Community Registration opens Wednesday, Nov. 19
Available Programs:
Theater Playground 1 • Wednesday, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 7, 2026 - June 10, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Wed
Time: 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $549 / Community $664 (21 sessions)
Location: Studio D
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade K – 2
Welcome to the Theater Playground, where imaginations take center stage! Our theater class for kids is a magical journey into the world of acting, storytelling, and creativity. Through interactive games, improvisation, and scene work, young performers will unleash their potential, build confidence, and develop teamwork skills. This dynamic class will ignite a passion for the stage, nurturing young actors to shine in their own spotlight.
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal May 16.
No class Apr. 1, Apr. 8
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Discovery Theater • Wednesdays, 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 7, 2026 - June 10, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Wed
Time: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $549 / Community $664 (21 sessions)
Location: Studio D
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 4 – 6
Unleash your creativity and embark on a collaborative acting journey, in Discover Theater! Through engaging improvisation exercises, character development, and scene work, students will hone their acting skills as individuals and as a group. This dynamic class fosters teamwork, builds confidence, and cultivates a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling and self-expression. Join us and let your imagination thrive!
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal May 16.
No class Apr. 1, Apr. 8
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Broadway Babies • Wednesday, 12 – 12:45 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 7, 2026 - June 3, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Wed
Time: 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $504 / Community $619 (21 sessions)
Location: Studio A
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
2 – 3.5 years
Welcome to Broadway Babies! In this class, students will be introduced to the core of musical theater: singing, dancing, and characterization. Together, we will practice sing-a-longs, adding corresponding movements, and using imagination to act, or “play pretend.” (This is a parent-transitional class. Parents and Guardians are welcome to participate in these classes if you would like, and our goal by the end of the school year will be to have all students adjusted to a drop-off activity.)
No class Apr. 8
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Little Actors • Thursdays, 1 - 1:45 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 8, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Thu
Time: 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $501 / Community $606 (19 sessions)
Location: Studio D
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
3 – 5 years
Students are inspired to untap their theatrical talents and put their imaginations to work in this acting class designed for preschool-aged children. Through drama games and exercises, the children will learn how to improvise their own stories, as well as recreate familiar tales. They will work as a group to interpret the scenes and use their bodies and voices to bring those stories to life!
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal May 29.
No class Apr. 2, Apr. 9
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Broadway Kids 1 • Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 8, 2026 - June 11, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Thu
Time: 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $549 / Community $664 (21 sessions)
Location: Studio B
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade K – 2
(Formerly Broadway Kids 1/2)
Welcome, young music and theater lovers, to singing and acting and everything Broadway! Whether you’re a Broadway fan, or just curious about music, this class offers something for every student. Learn the basics of musical theater, vocal warm-ups, and improv-based movement exercises, and perform a beloved Broadway song. No experience required!
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal May 16.
No class Apr. 2, Apr. 9
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Show Choir • Thursdays, 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 8, 2026 - June 11, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Thu
Time: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $549 / Community $664 (21 sessions)
Location: Studio B
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 3+
Welcome to glee club! Based on the foundations of musical theatre, students will learn contemporary, popular, and musical theatre song and dance routines, which will culminate in a high-energy performance at our Spring recital. Led by Jillian Hetherman, show choir is an ensemble-based activity that encourages teamwork, advances musical theatre technique, and refines performance skills of all members.
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal: May 16.
No class Apr. 2, Apr. 9
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Theater Playground 2 • Fridays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 9, 2026 - June 12, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Fri
Time: 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $525 / Community $635 (20 sessions)
Location: Studio B
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 2 – 4
Welcome to the Theater Playground 2, where imaginations take center stage. Take all the skills from Theater Playground 1 and elaborate on your acting and creative skills. Work with your class to create fun creative scenes using acting and stage techniques. Work more on improvisation and confidence as well as creating your own character and performances.
Price includes Recital costume.
Spring Theater Recital: May 17. Dress Rehearsal May 16.
No class Feb. 13, Apr. 3, Apr. 10
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Preschool Musical Theater • Fridays, 1 – 1:45 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 9, 2026 - June 5, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Fri
Time: 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $501 / Community $606 (19 sessions)
Location: Jillian Hetherman
Instructor: Studio D
Description:
3 – 5 years
Welcome to Musical Theater 101! Students will practice fine motor skills and brain-body connection in this weekly enrichment offering. We will learn to sing classic nursery rhymes and add corresponding dance movements and motions. At the end of the course, students will be able to recite our songs and perform the movements simultaneously. Students will also learn rhythm, beat, and vocal pedagogy, including articulation and dynamics.
Price includes Recital costume.
Performing Arts Preschool Recital: May 31. Dress Rehearsal May 29.
No class Feb. 13, Apr. 3, Apr. 10
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Broadway Kids 2 • Mondays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 12, 2026 - June 15, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon
Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $501 / Community $606 (19 sessions)
Location: Studio D
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 3-6
(Formerly Broadway Kids 3/4)
Step into the spotlight and join our Broadway Kids Musical Theater Class! Designed for young performers with a passion for singing, acting, and dancing, this class is an enchanting journey into the world of musical theater. From iconic show tunes to dynamic choreography and character development, students will hone their triple-threat skills while exploring the magic of Broadway. Unleash your inner star and get ready to shine on the Broadway stage!
No class Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Apr. 6, May 25
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Music Mathematicians • Mondays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 12, 2026 - June 15, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon
Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $456 / Community $561 (19 sessions)
Location: Room 2
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 3+
Welcome to music theory! Based on the 12-TET system of Western music theory, students will learn the theoretical foundation of music composition and have the opportunity to put their knowledge to practice, which will culminate in them creating an original composition. Led by Jillian Hetherman, music theory is a course that builds upon students’ knowledge of fractions and basic arithmetic and teaches them to apply those skills to music theory and composition.
Does not perform in Spring Theater Recital. In Class Demo Day: June 15.
No class Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Apr. 6, May 25
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Session:
Spring Musical
Grade 2 & up
Join us for our inaugural Spring Musical! This program invites young performers to develop acting, singing, and dancing skills while building confidence and teamwork. Meanwhile, our Stage Crew program gives young makers hands-on experience in set building, props, and backstage management. Together they create a fully staged production where every participant plays an essential role in bringing the story to life.
Available Programs:
Spring Musical • Sundays, 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 11, 2026 - April 19, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Sun
Time: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $475 / Community $550 (11 sessions, Dress Rehearsal, Show)
Location: Studio A
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 2 & up
Step into the spotlight this spring! Our brand-new Spring Musical program invites young performers to explore acting, singing, and dancing in a supportive, joy-filled environment. Through weekly rehearsals, students build confidence, develop performance skills, and collaborate to bring a fully staged musical to life. Our Spring Musical is the perfect performance opportunity for dancers, actors, and singers alike. Whether your child is brand new to theater or already loves the stage, this program offers a creative home for every performer.
Casting will take place at the first session on Sunday, Jan. 11. All participants are guaranteed a role. Rehearsals begin on Jan. 18. and will take place every Sunday from 12:30 – 3 p.m. Every child will not be called for the whole rehearsal block each week. Performers are also welcome to register for our Stage Crew workshop.
No class Feb. 15, Apr. 5, Apr. 12
Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, Apr. 18
Performance: Sunday, Apr. 19
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Stage Crew • Sundays, 3 – 4 p.m.
Schedule
Course Schedule: January 11, 2026 - April 19, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Sun
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Course Information
Pricing Info: Member $300 / Community $375 (6 sessions, Dress Rehearsal, Show)
Location: Studio A / Auditorium
Instructor: Jillian Hetherman
Description:
Grade 2 & up
Step behind the curtain and discover the magic that makes every show come alive! As a part of our spring musical's stage crew, students will learn the art of stagecraft — from building sets and designing props to managing the backstage during our show. This hands-on program teaches teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving while giving students a vital role in bringing this story to life. This program is perfect for young makers, thinkers, and behind-the-scenes stars!
Students may register to be both a performer in the Spring Musical and part of the Stage Crew workshops.
Class Dates: Jan. 18, Feb. 1, Feb. 22, Mar. 1, Mar. 15, Mar. 29
Dress Rehearsal: Apr. 18
Performance: Apr. 19
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