Newton Theatre Kids is an after school program for students in grades 1-8. Our program invites participants to cultivate a love of theatre through acting, singing, dancing, and scenery making. Each session culminates in a family-friendly performance.

Join the Theatre Kids Email List to learn about upcoming productions, registration dates, and more!

Click Here to Register for Our Fall 2022 Session!

All classes are currently full, but we encourage you to sign up for our waitlists on any days that fit your child's schedule. We will notify you in the event that a spot opens open.

Next fall, we're thrilled to bring this beloved Broadway classic to Newton. When a con-artist selling marching bands rides into a small Iowa town, he gets more than he bargains for in the form of Marian the Librarian and the other locals. Featuring iconic songs like "Ya Got Trouble", "Seventy-Six Trombones", and "The Wells Fargo Wagon", this hilarious show has great parts for everyone.

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LOGISTICS

Location:
Saint John's Episcopal Church (96 Otis Street, Newton)

Days Available:

Classes meet once a week (participants register for a single day)

1st Through Fifth Graders: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

6th Through Eighth Graders: Wednesdays

Click here for a list of exact dates.

Times:
4-5:30 PM

Tuition:
$385

Covid Protocols:
Starting this fall, all NTK participants will be asked to present proof of vaccination (not counting boosters) before they can begin the program. Participants who fail to demonstrate full vaccination status within one week of the first day of class will not be given a refund. Our masking policy will be updated as we get more information and track cases closer to the beginning of the program.

Regarding COVID Protocol Shifts:
As a private organization, NTK reserves the right to adjust our COVID-19 safety protocols as we see fit. We will be sure to send updates over the course of the program if there are ever changes to our protocols. As the pandemic landscape continues to shift, we remain committed to operating a safe, supportive, and inclusive program.

​We want theatre to be accessible to everyone.
If you are interested in learning more about Newton Theatre Kids scholarships, please email Melissa at:
melissa@newtontheatrecompany.com

Interested in working with kids? NTK is hiring!

NTK prides itself on providing a meaningful environment for our students and staff members. Whether you'd like to assist the program casually as a volunteer or be considered for our official Assistant Director position, we want to hear from you!

Get in touch with Director of Education Abby Lass to learn more about our current openings.

Click here to read our Assistant Director listing.

New This Fall: Wednesdays Are For Middle Schoolers!

Our offerings are growing, right along with your kids!

Starting with our Fall 2022 session, we're thrilled to be able to offer students in grades 6-8 the same high-quality theatre education we give our elementary school students. This new program caps at 15 students and offers participants the chance to create an age-appropriate production of a beloved musical. Thanks to our high staff-to-student ratio and once-a-week rehearsal schedule, your middle schooler can create a show they're proud of in a supportive, engaging community. Whether your middle schooler has been a part of the NTK family for years or is looking for a new outlet for their creativity, our Wednesday session is perfect for them!

Register for our Fall Wednesday class on Monday, June 13th at 7 AM!
What is Newton Theatre Kids?

Newton Theatre Kids is an exciting opportunity for children in grades 1-5 to explore and cultivate a love of theater. Our highly experienced staff provides a nurturing environment in which kids can feel comfortable and confident while expressing themselves through acting, singing, dancing, and scenery-making. At the end of each session, families are invited to watch their children perform a fully staged and costumed production specifically tailored to the program. Whether your child dreams of being a thespian or simply wants to try something new, Newton Theatre Kids has a place for them.

Check out out this article about our recent production of Charlotte's Web in Wicked Local!
Parent and Student Testimonials
Newton Theatre Kids Online

We believe that fostering community and joy through the arts is essential for people of all ages, especially during difficult times. Since social distancing prohibited us from putting on the productions of Oklahoma! that we had planned for the spring of 2020, our incredible staff has worked tirelessly to create and deliver meaningful, theater-focused online classes to all of our interested participants. From writing monologues and studying ancient theater to learning dances and songs, our Theatre Kids showed a tremendous amount of resilience and creativity. We are so proud of them, and we remain committed to providing all the young artists in our community with an outlet for their creative energy, now and always.

Check out this video, which features the "I Am" monologues written by participants in our April Self-Scripting class.