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Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the class/camp start date will be refunded in full, less a $40 registration fee. Cancellations made after the two weeks before the class/camp will be non-refundable.
Transfer Fee: Any registered student who wishes to switch programs before the start date of the class/camp will be charged a $10 transfer fee.  Students may not transfer programs once the class/camp has started. Transfer Fee: Any registered student who wishes to switch programs before the start date of the class/camp will be charged a $10 transfer fee.  Students may not transfer programs once the class/camp has started.

Fall 2025

Grades 1st – 6th

Young Parker Polar Bear goes on an epic adventure to discover why the icebergs are melting in his family home. Along the way he encounters other creatures who are also experiencing distressing changes in their environments: butterflies, tree frogs, coral and even a New York City rat! As his group of friends expands, Parker begins to understand what has been happening across the planet and who is responsible–greenhouse gas! In this delightful play about Global Warming, threats to our planet are personified, and the animals and wild species become the real heroes. Join us for this original, heartwarming play about bravery and discovery!

Tuesdays @ Van Hise Elementary: October 14th – December 16th (No Class: November 4th & November 25th)

Wednesdays @ Van Hise Elementary: October 8th – December 10th (No Class: October 15 & November 26th)

Thursdays @ Edgewood College: October 9th – December 11th (No Class: October 16th & November 27th)

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Grades 5th – 8th

When Sarah is given the choice of writing a ten-page paper about the Greek Gods or producing a short original play, the choice seems obvious, right? A play definitely seems like the easier choice, except that actors are getting sick, costume pieces are missing, techies are tripping over cords, and nobody has a clue how to act! Join First Act for this chaotic and hysterical retelling of Greek stories with a modern twist and plenty of physical comedy that will have your young actors thinking that anybody could write a better original play than Sarah!

Wednesdays @ Edgewood College: October 22nd – December 17th (No Class: November 26th)

Thursdays @ Van Hise Elementary: October 23rd – December 18th (No Class: November 27th)

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Grades 7th – 12th

Inspired by the classic tale and performed as a live period radio play, this romantic thriller is a fast-paced ride through the signature world of the Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock! It’s the 1930s and Richard Hannay is visiting London when he meets Annabella Smith, on the run from foreign agents after a disturbance at a music hall. Later that night, Annabella is murdered and Hannay must try to break the spy ring and prove his innocence. From an epic train chase to a feisty love interest, First Act invites your young actors to join us as Hannay searches for the truth about The 39 Steps.

Auditions: Thursday, October 2nd @ Edgewood College from 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Rehearsals:

Thursday, October 16th @ Edgewood College from 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Friday, October 17th @ Edgewood College from 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Saturday, October 18th @ Oakwood Village Arts Center from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Performance: Saturday, October 18th @ Oakwood Village Arts Center at 7:00 PM

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Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the class/camp start date will be refunded in full, less a $40 registration fee. Cancellations made after the two weeks before the class/camp will be non-refundable.

First Act Children’s Theatre

Programs

We offer programs year-round, focusing on the process of learning the art of theatre.  We provide instruction in acting, choreography, and vocals as well as creative movement.