Where Every Child Is a Star

Check out our fall programs

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Register for Fall 2026 TODAY! 〰️

Welcome to Curtain Up Studios!

We are Northern New Jersey’s premier place for children’s musical theatre workshops, acting classes, summer camps, mainstage productions, and more!

We also partner with local schools to bring engaging, high-quality musical theatre programs directly into the classroom.

Learn more about the faces behind the curtain
Learn more about the faces behind the curtain

Fall 2026 Programming

  • Mainstage Production

    Legally Blonde Jr.

    Ages 10–17 · Sept 22–Dec 13 · Auditions begin Sept 22

    Our biggest production of the season. Full cast, full crew, full run, ending in a theater with a live audience.

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  • Workshop

    Lion King

    Ages 6–10 · Tuesdays · Sept 22–Nov 17

    Songs & scenes from The Lion King Jr., designed for our youngest performers to build confidence on stage.

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  • Workshop

    Descendants

    Ages 8–15 · Thursdays· Sept 17–Nov 12

    Songs & scenes from Disney's Descendants, built for beginners and more experienced performers who want to continue to grow their skills.

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  • Class

    Acting 101

    Ages 9–15 · All Levels · Sept 24–Nov 19

    The foundation class for any performer just getting started, or anyone sharpening the basics.

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  • Class

    Acting 102

    Ages 9–15 · Some Experience Required · Sept 25–Nov 20

    The next step after Acting 101, building on technique with more advanced scene work.

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  • School Partnerships

    In-School Theater Programs


    Bringing musical theatre and drama residencies directly into elementary & middle schools across NJ & NY.

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What Parents Are Saying

  • “Thank you so much for leading such an amazing workshop! My daughter cannot wait for Tuesdays and loves every minute! We truly are grateful she is having such an amazing experience.”

    — Kristin F.

  • "I cannot say enough good things about this performing arts school or Miss Paula and Miss Diana. They have truly brought out the best in my 10 year old, giving her the opportunity to explore the world of theater and the performing arts, while at the same time building her confidence on stage."

    — Marion S.

  • A wonderful program that provides a safe, nurturing environment to dive into theater- thank you!!

    — Lauren F.

  • My son loves this school, everything is organized so well and the plays are beautiful and professional!

    — Masha T.

  • I cannot say enough about what Curtain Up Studios has meant to my daughter. She has loved every minute of her time working with this wonderful company over the past year. She just finished the Addams family summer camp and had a blast. My family and I were so impressed by the production at the end of the week. She is looking forward to doing two shows this fall and many more to come.

    — Michelle G.

  • We have been back for camps, workshops and a production... Each time I am amazed at how much the kids learn in such a short time and how confidently they perform.

    — Deborah B.

Follow our journey.

This is what 5 days of Aladdin Jr. Musical Theatre camp can do. On Monday, they walk in for role placement. Some are brand new. Some have performed before. Every camper gets a role, a script, and the chance to step into a character. By Tuesday and
Just wanted to share something really special from our Matilda Camp. ❤️ These amazing kids learned songs, scenes, choreography, and blocking, made new friends, built confidence, and performed for a packed audience… all in just FIVE days. We
Our first week of camp starts in exactly 7 days!! It's completely sold out, but we actually have a few spots available for Aladdin + Mamma Mia. You don't wanna miss this - we have a great group this summer and it will be tons of fun.

Kids Shine On
World Musical Theater Festival

Check out our Trailer for Kids Shine On World Musical Theater Festival 2020! A montage of our favorite performances were featured alongside various educational theatre groups all over the world!