Every summer, Wheaton Drama is proud to offer a quality, affordable children’s workshop. The children engage in a week-long exploration of the performing arts. Guided by experienced Wheaton Drama members, including former professional entertainers and instructors, they learn about acting, dancing, singing, and stage-craft. The workshops help the children build skills, leading up to a live performance for their families on the Wheaton Drama stage!

Workshops are available for 1st and 2nd graders, 3rd to 5th graders, 6th to 8th graders, and high school students. Instruction and performance selections are customized to the needs and abilities of each group. High school students are offered the opportunity to become teaching assistants and experience the joy of introducing younger children to live theatre. If you have any questions about the program, contact us at workshops@wheatondrama.org

2012 Children’s Workshop – Download the registration form!

Please note: The theatre is closed to anyone who is not participating in the Workshops while the workshops are going on. This is for the safety and comfort of the children.

About the Staff

Workshop Coordinator Cindy Bolds has been organizing the children’s workshop for four years. She spends her days at school, working with special needs children. She completed her undergraduate studies in Communication and Theatre, and has experience acting in both professional and community theatre.

Confirmed 2011 Staff Members:

Trish Ambrosio has performed on both coasts, working professionally and in volunteer theatres. As well as being a talented actress and director, Trish is a teacher with a BA in Theater Arts and a Masters degree in Teaching.

Michelle Rollins is back for her 4th summer as a teacher.  With a BA in Communications, and an extensive background in vocal performance including musical theatre, cabaret and sporting venues, she brings a diverse amount of talent and creativity to this workshop.  She has also chaired the marketing efforts at Wheaton Drama.  When not at the theatre, she serves as PTA President at Longfellow Elementary School, is active in special events planning, and is mom to two boys.

Amy Royle earned her BM in Music and Vocal Performance, has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra Choir, and is actively involved in area community theatre.  She posesses a K-12 Choral/Instrumental teaching certificate, and has been teaching and directing children for nearly two decades.

Lisa Schmela is an experienced comedic and musical performer who has worked in theatres across the country, as well a touring with a production of Into the Woods.  She works with local students as a private acting tutor, and recently directed Beauty and the Beast at Hadley Junior High.

More Info

We have pictures and reviews from the 2011 Children’s Workshop online.

The workshops are an excellent opportunity to see quality theatre education in action. If you’re interested in interning with the children’s workshops, contact Cindy Bolds at workshops@wheatondrama.org