Classes & Workshops

Beginner-friendly musical theatre workshops and acting classes for kids and teens in New Jersey. Whether your child wants to perform in a Broadway musical or build acting skills one scene at a time, there's a place for them here.

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Acting Classes

Broadway Musical Theater Workshops

Ages 6–15 · 8 weeks, once a week · Fall, Winter & Spring · Beginner friendly

Perfect for kids who love to sing, dance, and act — or want to try musical theater for the first time. In our workshops, performers are assigned roles and learn songs and scenes from Broadway musicals while building skills in acting, singing, choreography, and ensemble performance.


No previous experience required. Just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and have fun as part of a cast.

Our first rehearsal includes role placement for every child. Through songs and scenes, we get to know each performer and place them in the role that best suits both the child and the production. The workshop concludes with a casual costume performance during Week 8 for friends and family.

Fall 2026 Workshops

Tuesdays, Sept. 22 - Nov. 17, 2026

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Thursdays Sept. 17 - Nov. 12th, 2026

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Children performing on stage in a play or school talent show, dressed in colorful costumes including a butterfly, a knight, and a princess, with a castle backdrop.
Children performing in a school play on stage, with some dressed in costumes and others in regular clothes. There are green curtains on the sides and a black curtain backdrop.
Group of young children in colorful costumes posing on a wooden stage for a picture at a school or community theater.
Two young girls sitting on throne chairs with a third girl standing beside them on stage. The girl seated in the middle is wearing a princess dress with a crown, the girl on the left is dressed in what appears to be a king's or prince's costume, and
Group of children on stage, some standing and some sitting, performing or rehearsing, with smiling faces, in a dark room.
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A young girl dressed as a pirate with a pirate hat and red coat, smiling and waving her hand while sitting on a chair with chocolate decorations, next to another child wearing a striped shirt.
A young person in a colorful Native American-style headdress with red and yellow feathers and intricate patterns, sitting with an older woman with braided hair in a dark setting, possibly during a cultural or ceremonial event.
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Skill Building Acting & Dance Classes

Ages 9–15 · 8 weeks, once a week · Fall, Winter & Spring · Beginner friendly

Focused skill-building classes for performers looking to strengthen acting technique, stage presence, movement, and performance fundamentals. Students learn through theater games, scene work, improv, and choreography in a fun, ensemble-based environment.

Great for students brand new to theater, performers building confidence, and experienced students who want additional training in specific areas. Please inquire about voice lessons too, we have wonderful partnerships with instructors. Works well alongside a workshop or on its own.

Fall 2026 Classes

Curtain Up Studios Northern New Jersey and tri-state area acting class for children ages 9-15

Thursdays Sept 24th - Nov 19th, 2026

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Fridays Sept 25th - Nov 20th, 2026

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.

  • "My son had zero experience and this was the perfect intro for him. He loved every minute. He was so confident and proud of himself — he's already asking to do another workshop."

    —Meghan P.

  • "Our 6yo daughter just completed an 8 week workshop and I was very impressed. This is a great after-school activity!"

    —Daniel Ackerman