Young Company Classes

Grades 1 – 12
Spring 2025 Session

Unlock creativity and ignite a passion for performance with The Young Company’s exciting fall theatre classes!

Young Company Theatre Classes

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Register for our 2025 Spring session!

Unlock creativity and ignite a passion for performance with The Young Company’s exciting theatre classes! Designed for students in grades 1-12, our classes offer something for every aspiring actor, from playful exploration to advanced scene work. Led by experienced instructors, each course focuses on building essential acting skills, fostering collaboration, and encouraging personal growth in a fun, supportive environment. All classes are offered in-person at Greater Boston Stage Company.

For younger students, Imagination Foundations introduces grades 1-6 to the magic of storytelling and character creation through imaginative play and movement. Grades 4-6 will dive deeper in Storytelling 101, discovering the power of their voices and bodies to bring characters to life.

Older students can hone their craft in Acting Essentials, a series of progressive classes that explore scene work, character development, and physicality. Whether mastering monologues or refining character movement, students in grades 7-12 will gain invaluable experience through personalized feedback and hands-on learning.

No matter the level of experience, these classes provide the perfect opportunity to grow as performers, build confidence, and create lasting connections with fellow actors. Join us this fall for an unforgettable journey into the world of theatre!

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!

IMAGINATION FOUNDATIONS: Play, Pretend, Perform! 

Grades 1 – 4 (Overture)

In this exciting and playful class, students will dive into imaginative play and movement to explore the world of acting. Through engaging activities, we will discover how to transform into different characters and create exciting stories while building confidence, and working together.  

Perfect for grades 1 – 4, this class welcomes all experience levels and encourages students to express their creativity and have fun on stage and in rehearsal! 

 
DETAILS
Day/Time: Thursdays, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Instructor: Lauren Rose Horne
Session Dates: The class will meet once a week for 6 weeks, from Thursday, May 1st to Thursday, June 5th.
 
Important Note:
A minimum of 4 students is required for the class to run. If the minimum enrollment is not met, you will be notified, and a full refund will be issued.  

ACTING ESSENTIALS: Mastering Monologues

Grades 9 – 12

Join us for a 6 week monologue intensive class designed to refine the acting skills of students in grades 9-12. Each week, students will engage in insightful discussions with peers to deepen their understanding of acting concepts, analyze scripts and characters, and address common acting habits. Through targeted coaching, interactive exercises, and personalized feedback, actors will develop dynamic and convincing performances.

Open to both beginner and experienced actors, this workshop offers a supportive environment to unlock full acting potential. All monologues will be provided by the instructor. 
 
DETAILS
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Instructor: Stephen Zubricki IV
Session Dates: The class will meet once a week for 6 weeks on Tuesdays, from April 29th to June 3rd. We look forward to an enriching experience where actors will explore and enhance their craft.
 
Important Note:
A minimum of 4 students is required for the class to run. If the minimum enrollment is not met, you will be notified, and a full refund will be issued.

IMAGINATION FOUNDATIONS: Storytelling 101

Grades 4-6 (Act 1)

In this dynamic class, students will engage in creative workshop-style lessons to explore the power of voices, bodies, and imaginations. Together, they will craft vibrant characters and bring thrilling stories to life. Designed for all acting levels, this class offers personalized learning goals to help every student shine as a confident performer and enthusiastic collaborator.

 
DETAILS
Day/Time: Mondays, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Instructor: Devon Whitney
Session Dates: The class will meet once a week for 6 weeks, from Monday, April 28th to Monday, June 2nd.
 
Important Note:
Please be aware that a minimum of 4 students is required for the class to run. We will notify you if the class does not meet this minimum requirement.

ACTING ESSENTIALS: Working the Scene

Grades 7-9 (Act 2)

Get ready for an exciting deep dive into scene work! Over six weeks, students will tackle scenes from plays while building their acting toolkit. They’ll develop skills in text analysis, movement, voice, character-building, and other fundamentals. Actors will have the chance to share their works-in-progress with each other and engage in supportive, generous feedback.
 
Designed for students in grades 7-9, this class offers personalized learning goals through scene selection and individual feedback. It’s perfect for all experience levels, providing a fantastic opportunity to grow as both performers and collaborators.
 
DETAILS
Day/Time: Mondays, 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM
Instructor: Devon Whitney
Session Dates: The class will meet once a week for 6 weeks, from Monday, April 28th to Monday, June 2nd.
 
Important Note:
Please be aware that a minimum of 4 students is required for the class to run. We will notify you if the class does not meet this minimum requirement.