Stage Left

For Grades 5th – 8th

Stage Left offers a greater challenge to youth actors in grades fifth through eighth looking to enhance their theatrical skill set! Working collaboratively with their peers, young actors in this program will focus on developing advanced audition techniques, stage awareness, actor movement and character development. The program culminates in a fully staged and costumed performance for family and friends.

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Current Offerings

Spring 2026

Grades 5th – 8th

When Mary Lennox, a lonely and willful young girl, is sent to live with at her mysterious uncle’s Yorkshire estate, Misselthwaite Manor, she soon discovers that the old house is haunted and full of secrets. Screams of a child echo the halls at night and ghosts seem to be everywhere.  When she hears a rumor of a Secret Garden that has been locked up for a decade, Mary can no longer hold back her curiosity. She meets and befriends a host of marvelous characters, including Martha, Dickon, Ben the gardener, and many others who live on or near the estate.  Despite the reluctance of the housekeeper, Mrs. Medlock, Doctor Craven and her Uncle Archibald, Mary and her friends uncover the mysteries and help young Colin Craven to regain his health. Join First Act on this classic journey of mystery and discovery, based on the beloved book by Frances Hodgson Burnette, as we bring the Secret Garden back to life!

Wednesdays @ Edgewood University: March 18th – May 13th (No Class March 25th)

Thursdays @ Van Hise Elementary: March 19th – May 14th (No Class March 26th)

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First Act Children’s Theatre

Why Choose Us

Story-Centered Costumes, Sets & Props!

Our classes and camps provide a fully realized production with costumes, sets and props as an exciting culmination of our learning and efforts!

Enhanced Social Skills!

Theatre encourages positive social interactions and assists in the development of these skills!

Expanded Imagination and Creativity!

First Act offers endless opportunities for students to stretch their imaginative and creative skills through theatre games, story development, and the creation of characters.

Increased Self-Esteem!

 The process of comprehending, rehearsing and ultimately performing a theatre production provides students a sense of positive accomplishment that builds self esteem unlike any other.