Registration will open February 9th, 2026
We know the beginning, we know the end, but discovering how we get there is where the fun happens! In this class, students will learn how to improvise within the bounds of different types of stories, finding the right moment to drop in a perfect joke before returning to the plot. First practicing with pre-existing characters and stories, the final presentation will come direct from the students’ imaginations!
The Italian Renaissance theatrical tradition is still alive and well! As a physical comedy practice, as a method of foundational character building, and as an arts & crafts activity. Students in this class will learn about the stock characters, how to portray them, and will make and take home their very own paper maché Commedia mask.
Lights, camera, action! How does acting for the stage differ from acting on camera? What’s an ECU, over-the-shoulder, or key light? Our filmmaking class returns for the first time since 2018 and will help students learn how to adapt their acting techniques for screens as well as how to develop, plan, and shoot their own film projects.
Inquirers may contact our Director of Education, Adam Danoff:
Winnie The Pooh: Kids (Ages 8-12)
Registration for Summer 2025 YAW Session is CLOSED.
To join the waitlist, please contact our Director of Education, Adam Danoff.
Aladdin KIDS (Ages 13-18)
Registration for Summer 2025 YAW Session is CLOSED.
To join the waitlist, please contact our Director of Education, Adam Danoff.
Winter Session
YAW Winter 2025: Dani Who Made a Deal with the Sun Workshop
Ages 13-18
Join us for a special YAW Session: a new musical workshop! Each session will include new script drafts and new songs, which students will work on with a team of professionals. Students can participate as performers or any behind the scenes roles! The musical is bilingual in Spanish and English, and all language experience levels are welcome. The finished musical will be presented across two weekends of fully produced performances.
Bienvenidos para una sesión especial de YAW: una taller de un musical nuevo! Casa sesión los estudiantes trabajarán con un equipo de profesionales en nuevos borradores de guiones y nuevas canciones. Los estudiantes pueden participar como actores o detrás de escena! El musical es bilingüe en español e inglés, y todos los niveles de experiencia en los idiomas son bienvenidos. El musical terminado se presentará durante dos fines de semana con actuaciones totalmente producidas.
Summary: Dani lives on an island called Tierra Alta, ruled by El Sol. Where the sun shines all day, giving the island the most lush fruits and vegetables, but forcing the islanders to constantly work without rest. Dani's Abuela tells Dani and their friends about the special energy of la noche and how the island used to know rest when La Luna would come out at night. The trio receives an omen that they must return La Luna to the night sky and save the island from El Sol!
This project is funded by William Penn Foundation and there is no fee to participate / Este proyecto es fundado por William Penn Foundation y no hay una tarifa para participar.
Schedule:
Workshop & Rehearsal Period: 1/6-3/7, Mondays & Thursdays / los lunes y los jueves 6-8:30pm
Tech Week: 3/9-3/13, Sunday - Thursday / los domingos - los jueves 6-9pm
Performances: 3/14 at 7pm, 3/15 at 4 & 6:30pm, 3/16 at 4pm, 3/21 at 7pm, 3/22 at 4 & 6:30pm, 3/23 at 4pm
January 6 - March 23
Tuition Cost: $0
YAW Winter 2025: Monologue Technique
Ages 13-18
Monologues aren’t just for auditions! Being able to maintain your performing focus through extended solo delivery is important for every actor and most every show. From Shakespeare to Simon, Miller to Wilson, and on and on. Students will work on taking their basic delivery skills and enhancing them with acting tools and analysis. The class culminates with showcase performances for parents.
January 6 - February 24, Mondays 6-8pm
Tuition Cost: $400
YAW Winter 2025: Fairytales and Fables
Ages 8-12
Everyone loves the short stories, parables, folklore, and tall tales of our cultures’ histories. With this class, students will learn about why those stories were important, why they have such lasting power even today, and then combine elements from some of their favorites into an original piece to be presented to the parents at the final showcase.
January 6 - February 24, Mondays 6-8pm
Tuition Cost: $400