Theatre Education Classes for Kids
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Fall Session September 8th - January 31st, 2026
Spring Session February 1st - June 13, 2027
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River's Edge Theatre Co. offers theatre education classes to kids and adults of all skill levels. We embrace the social emotional benefits of theatre making and allow students to collaborate in a fun and nurturing environment. Classes are process driven. It's all about the journey, not the destination. We encourage students to hone their craft, connect to their peers,and explore their creative self through theatre arts.
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Classes take place at our studio:
546 Warburton Ave, Hastings on Hudson, NY.
(Entrance is behind the building in the Boulanger Plaza parking lot!)
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Classes Descriptions listed in alphabetical order!
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Acting Lab
Level I
(ages 9-13)
Acting Lab is a place for middle school actors of all skill levels to come together and develop their craft. This class gives students a safe and supportive environment to learn or build upon acting techniques for stage and screen. Students will have an opportunity to work on assigned scenes and monologues throughout the course of the session. All levels are welcome. Family members are invited to a final presentation on the last day of class.
Taught by Meghan Covington.
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Wednesdays at 4pm
(60 minutes)
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Fall Dates: September 9- January 27
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Spring Dates: February 3th - June 9th
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No class: Nov 11 and 25th Dec 30 Feb 17, March 10 and 24
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Comedy Skillz
(ages 9-13)
In this fun-filled class young performers are introduced essential elements of improv, clowning, and physical comedy. Through engaging games and exercises they will practice thinking quickly on their feet, use their bodies to tell a story, and create characters designed to make people laugh. Students will learn the importance of collaboration and team work within improvisational theatre, and will gain confidence and stage presence along the way. Students present an original sketch comedy show - Tuesday Night Live - on the last day of the session. Taught by Katie Kopajtic.
Tuesdays at 5:30pm
(60 minutes)
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Fall Dates; September 8th- January 26th
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Spring dates: February 6rd - June 12th
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No class: Dec. 29th, Feb 16, March 23
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Acting Lab
Level II
(Teens 13+)
Acting Lab Level II skill levels to come together and develop their craft. This class gives students a safe and supportive environment to learn or build upon acting techniques for stage and screen. Students will have an opportunity to work on assigned scenes and monologues throughout the course of the session. All levels are welcome. Family members are invited to a final presentation on the last day of class. Taught by Meghan Covington.
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Wednesdays at 5pm
(60 Minutes)
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Fall Dates: September 9- January 27
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Spring Dates: February 3th - June 9th
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No class: Nov 11 and 25th Dec 30 Feb 17, March 10 and 24
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Page to Stage
Level I
(ages 6-9)
Page to Stage is our signature class and perfect for students who wish to learn basic acting, storytelling, AND playwriting techniques. Kids work together to create and perform in an original play from scratch! Perfect for social emotional learning, Page to Stage requires students to collaborate and connect through performance and creative play. Every class starts with warm ups for body, voice, and imagination, and then students cultivate acting skills through exercises and games. The second half of class is dedicated to writing and rehearsing the play! Parents/caregivers are invited to a final performance on the last class of the session. Taught by Meghan Covington and Katie Kopajtic.
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Choose 1 of 2 times:
Tuesdays at 4:30pm
(50 minutes)
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Fall Tuesday dates: September 8 - January 26
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Spring Tuesday Dates: February 2th - June 8th
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No class: Dec. 29th, Feb 16, March 23
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Fall Saturday Dates: September 12th - January 30th
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Spring Saturday Dates: February 6th - June 12th
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No class: Nov 28, Dec 26 Jan 2, Feb 20, March 27, April 24, May 29
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NEW! Clown SkOoL
(ages 9-13)
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In this ensemble-based class, students will explore clowning, pantomime, creative movement, improvisation, and physical storytelling through games and exercises designed to build confidence, creativity, and stage presence. Using their bodies, imaginations, and teamwork, students will learn how to tell stories beyond words while developing focus, expression, and ensemble skills. Throughout the semester, the class will work together to create an original devised clown show inspired by their own ideas and discoveries, culminating in an informal final performance for family and friends. Perfect for students who love movement and physical comedy! Taught by Meghan Covington and David Covington.
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Wednesdays at 6pm
(60 minutes)
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Fall Dates: September 9- January 27
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Spring Dates: February 3th - June 9th
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No class: Nov 11 and 25th Dec 30 Feb 17, March 10 and 24
NEW! Page to Stage
Level II
(ages 9-13)
Page to Stage Level II is an opportunity for students to stretch their play making skills further and explore advanced acting, storytelling, AND playwriting techniques. Kids work together to create and perform in an original play from scratch! Perfect for social emotional learning, Page to Stage requires students to collaborate and connect through performance and creative play. Every class starts with warm ups for body, voice, and imagination, and then students cultivate acting skills through exercises and games. The second half of class is dedicated to writing and rehearsing the play! Parents/caregivers are invited to a final performance on the last class of the session. Taught by Meghan Covington.
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Saturdays at 11am
(60 minutes)
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Fall Saturday Dates:September 12th - January 30th
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Spring Saturday Dates: February 6th - June 12th
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No class: Nov 28, Dec 26 Jan 2, Feb 20, March 27, April 24
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Playwriting Lab
(ages 9-13)
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Want to take your Page to Stage skills even further and exercise your creative writing talents? Kids will learn how to write their own 10-minute play over the course of the session. The class also includes some art, improv, play reading, brainstorming, idea building, establishing setting and tone, structure, creating character profiles, and of course writing! The last class ends with a staged reading of the kids' work. The class is for all levels; no experience is necessary. Each class includes a Let's Make a Play workbook. Taught by Serena Norr.
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Mondays 5:30pm
​(60 minutes)
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Fall: September 14 - January 25
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Spring: February 1 - June 7
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No class: Sept 21, Oct 12, Dec 28th Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 22, and May 31
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Stage Sprouts
(ages 3-5)
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Welcome to Stage Sprouts, where we plant theatrical seeds and watch them grow! In this class, our youngest students (ages 3-5) will embark on playful acting adventures each week. Using imaginative games, storytelling, and movement, little ones will discover the joy of self-expression, team work, and creativity. Stage Sprouts is the perfect place for your child to begin a life long love of theatre. Taught by Sioux Madden.
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Thursdays at 3pm
(45 minutes)
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6 weeks sessions for the littles!
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Fall session 1: Sept 10 - Oct 15
Fall session 2: Oct 22 - Dec 3rd
Spring Session 1: Feb 4th - Mar 18
Spring Session 2: April 1 - May 6
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No class No class Nov 26th, Feb 18, March 25, April 22
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Stage Crafting
(Mixed ages 9-teen)
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There’s more to theatre than acting—and in Stage Crafting, students will discover the creative magic that happens behind the scenes. From crafting costumes and stage props to writing original scenes and learning the basics of stage combat and special effects makeup, this class is perfect for curious kids who love to build, imagine, design, and create. Whether you're a future playwright, designer, or special effects wizard, Stage Crafting is your backstage pass to the many ways you can help bring a story to life on stage. Each student will receive their own stage makeup kit and crafting journal. Taught by Meghan Covington, Megan Roe, and Serena Norr.
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Fridays 4:30pm ​
​(60 minutes)
Fall dates: September 11th - January 29th
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Spring dates: February 5th - June 11th
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No class Nov 27, Dec 25 and Jan 1, Feb 19, March 26, April 23
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Acting Lab is challenging and fun, Julia pushes us to explore and engage in new ways, keeps us on our toes, and is an excellent teacher. She is knowledgeable, and supportive, with a sense of humor and radiance that is energizing and inspiring.
Testimonial from Anna Adler, Adult Acting Lab Student
My daughter went to Page to Stage camp and it was AWESOME! A highlight of the summer. My daughter had never really done any theater before, and she loved it so much. Such an incredible program. Highly recommended!
5 star Google Review by Alaleh Akhavan
If you're looking for a place to try something new, a performer who is looking to stay sharp or hone new skills, or maybe just get in touch with a new side of you that you didn't know existed, take a class at River's Edge. In this vibrant Rivertowns community, River's Edge offers a safe, supportive atmosphere where you can be free to explore, stretch, and grow.
5 Star Google Review by
Mark Cajigao
My son had a wonderful time in the summer Page-to-Stage program. He can be shy and did not know most of the kids, but the instructors created a really inclusive environment where all kinds of kids can shine and enjoy acting and putting together a production in a joyful, non-stressful way in the course of just 5 days!
5 Star Google Review by
Adriana Young