Where Every Child Is a Star

Registration for Winter Now Open!

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Registration for Winter Now Open! 〰️

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.

Winter 2027 Programming

  • Workshop

    Annie Kids

    Ages 6–10 · Tuesdays · Jan 19–Mar 9

    Songs & scenes from Annie Kids, designed for our youngest performers to build confidence on stage.

  • Workshop

    Elf The Musical Jr

    Ages 8–14 · Thursdays· Jan 14–Mar 4

    Songs & scenes from Elf the Musical Jr, built for performers who want a shorter commitment.

  • Class

    Acting 101

    Ages 8–13 · All Levels · Jan 14–Mar 4

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

  • Class

    Beyond the Basics: Intermediate Acting

    Ages 9–14 · Some Experience Required · Jan 13–March 3

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

  • Broadway Dance Class image of broadway dancer

    Dance Class

    Broadway Dance

    Ages 9–14 · Fridays· Jan 15–Mar 5

    Learn how to tell stories through movement with Broadway dancer Jonah Nash.

Fall 2026 Mainstage Production

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.

Kids Shine On
World Musical Theater Festival

Check out a montage of our favorite performances that were featured alongside various educational theatre groups all over the world!