Activites, Camps and After School Classes in Chicago, IL

Broadway Stars was created by a professional performer turned child development specialist with the primary goal of helping children develop the foundational skills and technique every musical theater performer needs while giving them the opportunity to find their voice, build confidence, and do what every budding Broadway Star loves most: PERFORM! Classes are taught by a team of professional teaching artists with years of experience in the classroom and on professional stages and feature a customized curriculum designed to challenge and showcase the strengths of each young performer while helping prepare them to participate in our mainstage musical this Spring. Each week, your child will participate in acting games, choreography rehearsal, and vocal coachings as they learn scenes and songs from Broadway Musicals that they will perform onstage for family and friends at the end of the semester. Whether your child is destined for the lights of Broadway or simply loves to perform with their friends, this class will spark their creativity and give them the confidence to shine both onstage and off! *While participation in our Fall Semester is not required to enroll in our Spring Production classes, it is strongly encouraged. *Our Fall Finale will take place on a weeknight the week of December 1 or December 15. Once we know how many students are participating in Stars this Fall, we will be able to finalize the location, day, and time and share that information with families.

Let your children explore creativity and learning while having a blast on their day off! Children Pre-K4 will stay engaged with an enriching drop-off camp packed with a dynamic blend of STEM, art, literacy, and movement activities! A packed lunch is required. Snacks provided. Discounts are available for siblings. Extended care is available. Children must be potty-trained. We cannot accommodate naps.

Broadway Stars was created by a professional performer turned child development specialist with the primary goal of helping children develop the foundational skills and technique every musical theater performer needs while giving them the opportunity to find their voice, build confidence, and do what every budding Broadway Star loves most: PERFORM! Classes are taught by a team of professional teaching artists with years of experience in the classroom and on professional stages and feature a customized curriculum designed to challenge and showcase the strengths of each young performer while helping prepare them to participate in our mainstage musical this Spring. Each week, your child will participate in acting games, choreography rehearsal, and vocal coachings as they learn scenes and songs from Broadway Musicals that they will perform onstage for family and friends at the end of the semester. Whether your child is destined for the lights of Broadway or simply loves to perform with their friends, this class will spark their creativity and give them the confidence to shine both onstage and off! *While participation in our Fall Semester is not required to enroll in our Spring Production classes, it is strongly encouraged. *Our Fall Finale will take place on a weeknight the week of December 1 or December 15. Once we know how many students are participating in Stars this Fall we will be able to finalize the location, day, and time and share that information with families.

This is a week long session of exploring clay for kids. Students will make a series of projects in hand building and wheel throwing. They will use pinching, slab, and coiling techniques. They will underglaze decorate and glaze pieces. Throughout the class, students will also explore what clay is and artists that use the material. Mid-week students will visit the National Museum of Mexican Art. This class comes with all materials and tools. Parents will be asked to sign a release of liability waiver before the class begins. We welcome parents that would like to come to class with students. Cracker and fruit snacks will be provided, please pack snacks if your child has a specific preference and list allergies!

Little Stars: Broadway Dance combines the magic of Broadway with a creative movement class that focuses heavily on creativity and helping young dancers discover new ways to move their bodies. Each class features music and activities that are inspired by a different Broadway Musical and designed to support fine and gross motor skills, imagination, rhythm, and body awareness while also introducing elements of formal dance classes such as a warm-up routine, “across the floor," and learning choreography in a fun, developmentally appropriate way. At the end of each session, Little Stars will get to show off their new Broadway moves in an Open House on the last day of class. Here at Stages, we believe that dance is for everyone! Our team is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all children can feel comfortable.

Each week, our littlest Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs, characters, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists. Created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist, Broadway & Me's unique curriculum is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate. Each class incorporates activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development.

Little Stars: Broadway Dance combines the magic of Broadway with a creative movement class that focuses heavily on creativity and helping young dancers discover new ways to move their bodies. Each class features music and activities that are inspired by a different Broadway Musical and designed to support fine and gross motor skills, imagination, rhythm, and body awareness while also introducing elements of formal dance classes such as a warm-up routine, “across the floor," and learning choreography in a fun, developmentally appropriate way. At the end of each session, Little Stars will get to show off their new Broadway moves in an Open House on the last day of class. Here at Stages, we believe that dance is for everyone! Our team is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all children can feel comfortable.

Preschoolers can now experience the magic of Broadway with a class designed specifically for them! Each week, Broadway Little Stars introduces preschoolers to a new musical through activities inspired by the “show of the week” and designed to get them singing, dancing, and acting along. Fall 2025 Musicals Include: Wicked, Hamilton, Greatest Showman, Peter Pan, Guys & Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie, Wizard of Oz, Hamilton, Greatest Showman, and more! Classes are taught by professional teaching artists who are experts at engaging and educating children in fun, developmentally appropriate ways. Whether your child is ready for the spotlight or simply loves musicals, this class is for them!

Preschoolers can now experience the magic of Broadway with a class designed specifically for them! Each week, Broadway Little Stars introduces preschoolers to a new musical through activities inspired by the “show of the week” and designed to get them singing, dancing, and acting along. Fall 2025 Musicals Include: Wicked, Hamilton, Greatest Showman, Peter Pan, Guys & Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie, Wizard of Oz, Hamilton, Greatest Showman, and more! Classes are taught by professional teaching artists who are experts at engaging and educating children in fun, developmentally appropriate ways. Whether your child is ready for the spotlight or simply loves musicals, this class is for them!

No school? No problem! Spend the day with Stages! With singing, dancing, acting, and art inspired by your child's favorite musicals, we’ve got something for every creative kid. Choose to enroll for one day-off camp or join us for the entire school year for a discounted rate! Friday, September 26 - Descendants Monday, October 13 - Kpop Demon Hunters Monday, October 27 - Zombies Tuesday, November 11 - Wicked Monday November 24 - Eras (Taylor Swift) Tuesday, November 25 - The Lion King Wednesday, November 26 - Zootopia ​​​ Monday, January 5 - Shrek Monday, January 19 - Beauty & the Beast Monday, February 16 - Superhero Tuesday, February 17 - Seussical Tuesday, March 17 - Hamilton Wednesday, March 18 - The Little Mermaid Friday, April 3 - Mamma Mia Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance. ***Families are responsible for providing: - Nut free morning snack - Nut free lunch - Nut free afternoon snack - A water bottle. Please make sure that everything is labeled.

Is your Broadway Baby ready to boogie? Then Mini-Stars: Broadway Dance is just for you! Each week, little Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs and ways to move their bodies as Broadway Musicals set the stage for this creative movement class. Mini-Stars: Broadway Dance utilizes imaginative play, musical instruments, and other props to inspire creative movement. Activities are designed to support fine and gross motor development while encouraging rhythm, musicality, and body awareness. *We believe that dance is for everyone and are committed to making this class inclusive for ALL children and caregivers. While adult participation is required, our teachers are happy to make adjustments or accommodations for adults who have limited mobility.

Years of Experience: 12 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 15 Genres: Rock, Blues, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons Overview: I am a recent graduate of Columbia college in Chicago. I graduated with a BA of arts with a focus on instrumental performance. Currently I play for local artists such as Justin Ruff, Daryn Alexus, Jisun Jackson, and Foster and Jack. Formal Education: Graduated from Columbia college in Chicago BA of arts - instrumental performance Performing Experience: I've been playing in bands since I was 16. Current artists I play for at venues such as the Metro, reggies, bottom lounge, elbo room.

Years of Experience: 7 Location Options: In Studio Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: Sam is a trumpeter and singer/songwriter from Houston, TX, and has been a student of music for over 20 years. Now residing in Chicago, Sam is currently touring full-time with live HipHop/Jazz/Soul band, Sidewalk Chalk, and spends most of his downtime promoting his solo work. He is very active on the local scene and has been highlighted at several artist features and radio shows throughout Chicago such as The Gala, Soul Speak, New Cypher, Tweak Central Lounge Radio, and Fearless Radio. ? ?Most recently, Sam has been performing around Chicago on ukulele with his acoustic sextet, "The Acoustic Audile" to promote is latest project, SAM T PLAYS THE UKE! Throughout his original music, Sam wants to remain innovative, but also convey a preservation of down-home soul. Sam plans to remain a professional educator and continue to write, perform, and expand as a musical creator. "My aim is to establish myself as a pioneer of new direction within the music scene. Through my writing, consulting, and performing, my ultimate goal is to inspire others to do whatever it is they love most, with the ambition of positively effecting our society. It is my hope that with every path crossed, inspiration transpires." -Sam Sam is available to teach all Brass and Woodwind instruments as well as Voice and Piano lessons Formal Education: *Trumpet instruction from 3rd - 12th grade *Parker Elementary - Houston, TX (Magnet School) *Missouri City Middle School - Mo. City, TX *Willowridge High School - Houston, TX *BA - Jazz Studies - Columbia College Chicago (Full Scholarship Recipient) *Competed in several concert band competitions starting from elementary through high school - earned "Division 1" several times *Competed in Solo/Ensemble competitions from middle school, through highs school - "Division 1" rating at state *Solo/Ensemble competition both Junior and Senior years of high school *Competed in several jazz competitions with numerous "Outstanding Solo" awards, along with 3 "Most Outstanding Soloist" awards from jazz festivals held throughout Texas *Was ranked 9th in the jazz trumpet category for the state of TX Private Education: Ronald B Thornton - Master Director/Instructor - Houston, TX *Scott Hall - Director of Jazz Studies - CCC *Carey Deadman - Arranger/Orchestrator/Trumpeter - Chicago, IL Performing Experience: I have been performing my entire life, so this comes natural to me. Most recently I've gone from full-time teaching to full-time performing. I've been traveling all over North America half the year, to perform shows with Sidewalk Chalk, and we have gain lots of notoriety from industry professionals. Experience Teaching: *Independent Trumpet Instruction all 4 years in college and beyond - age ranged from 5 - 45 years of age *Director of Bands - UIC College Prep (2013 - 2014) *Peer leadership through grade school has functioned as a great deal of teaching experience for me. -Reviews- Name: Anonymous Date: 2015-06-16 20:00:41 Title: Carey Deadman Review Body: Sam was a student of mine at Columbia College. Sam is a very personable and reliable young man. He always arrives on time, and is attentive to detail. I give Sam the very highest of praise and I recommend him VERY highly. Sam will be a valuable teacher in your program, and you will be quite happy with him! Name: Anonymous Date: 2015-07-20 20:11:35 Title: review from Monica Brown Body: The lesson was great! Name: Anonymous Date: 2015-09-24 20:35:43 Title: review from Kristi Franks Body: We've loved all of our Taylor Robinson instructors. After moving a couple of times, we're now on our 3rd piano instructor, Sam, and this time we're using the virtual instruction on the web. I was skeptical at first, but it's wonderful!!! I would recommend Taylor Robinson to anyone and now, with the web lessons available, I will!

A class for new babies, new parents, and caregivers! What do you get when you combine the best music class in the city with an opportunity to connect with other new parents and caregivers PLUS chat about your little one's development with a licensed Developmental Therapist? The perfect first music class for Broadway Babies and their adults! Introducing Lullaby League. New to Stages? Your first session of Lullaby League is our gift to you! Just enter promo code NEWBABY at checkout. Created and taught by professional performers who also have M.S. degrees in Child Development from Erikson Institute, Lullaby League offers a unique opportunity to engage with your little one in a musical environment while learning about their physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development. Each week, infants and their caregivers are introduced to exciting new sensory experiences, songs, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life. Throughout the class, teachers will moderate informal discussions about apects of your little one's developmental journey as well as answer all of your burning questions. There's also time for adults to socialize and build community!

Broadway Stars was created by a professional performer turned child development specialist with the primary goal of helping children develop the foundational skills and technique every musical theater performer needs while giving them the opportunity to find their voice, build confidence, and do what every budding Broadway Star loves most: PERFORM! Classes are taught by a team of professional teaching artists with years of experience in the classroom and on professional stages and feature a customized curriculum designed to challenge and showcase the strengths of each young performer while helping prepare them to participate in our mainstage musical this Spring. Each week, your child will participate in acting games, choreography rehearsal, and vocal coachings as they learn scenes and songs from Broadway Musicals that they will perform onstage for family and friends at the end of the semester. Whether your child is destined for the lights of Broadway or simply loves to perform with their friends, this class will spark their creativity and give them the confidence to shine both onstage and off! *While participation in our Fall Semester is not required to enroll in our Spring Production classes, it is strongly encouraged. *Our Fall Finale will take place on a weeknight the week of December 1 or December 15. Once we know how many students are participating in Stars this Fall we will be able to finalize the location, day, and time and share that information with families.

Each week, our littlest Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs, characters, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists. Created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist, Broadway & Me's unique curriculum is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate. Each class incorporates activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development.

A class for new babies, new parents, and caregivers! What do you get when you combine the best music class in the city with an opportunity to connect with other new parents and caregivers PLUS chat about your little one's development with a licensed Developmental Therapist? The perfect first music class for Broadway Babies and their adults! Introducing Lullaby League. New to Stages? Your first session of Lullaby League is our gift to you! Just enter promo code NEWBABY at checkout. Created and taught by professional performers who also have M.S. degrees in Child Development from Erikson Institute, Lullaby League offers a unique opportunity to engage with your little one in a musical environment while learning about their physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development. Each week, infants and their caregivers are introduced to exciting new sensory experiences, songs, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life. Throughout the class, teachers will moderate informal discussions about apects of your little one's developmental journey as well as answer all of your burning questions. There's also time for adults to socialize and build community!

No school? No problem! Spend the day with Stages! With singing, dancing, acting, and art inspired by the new musical phenomena, we’ve got something for every creative kid. Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance. ***Families are responsible for providing: - Nut free morning snack - Nut free lunch - Nut free afternoon snack - A water bottle. Please make sure that everything is labeled.

Starting to think about preschool or looking for meaningful ways your little one can connect with other children their age? Then Broadway Prep is for you! Developed by a professional performer turned child development specialist, Broadway Prep combines the creativity and energy of our Broadway & Me classes with a play-based curriculum that gives children the opportunity to learn through child lead explorations. Each week, Broadway Prep teachers bring the show of the week to life through music, dance, dramatic play, and process art activities. Snack time, sensory play, outdoor adventures (weather permitting), and of course, bubble time, round out the daily routine. WHY CHOOSE BROADWAY PREP? ✔️ Small Class Sizes (No more than 12 children per day) ✔️ Low Teacher : Student Ratio (max 1:5) ✔️ New Broadway Show each week! ✔️ Play-Based Arts Curriculum developed by a professional performer turned child development specialist ✔️ 1 or 2 Day Enrollment Options ✔️ Drop-In Friendly Broadway Prep is a GENTLE SEPARATION CLASS. Designed specifically for children ages 2-4 years old, Prep provides a fun and supportive environment where little ones (and their parents) can adapt to being on their own in a "big kid" class at their own pace. While the goal is drop-off, we understand that for many children, this will be their first separation experience. Parents will be allowed to stay in class with their child for as long as necessary and Prep teachers will work with parents to create a drop-off routine for each child that ensures both kiddos and their parents are comfortable. Parents and caregivers whose children feel comfortable being dropped off are welcome to stay at Soul City and hang out while classes are taking place but it is not required. There are plenty of comfy couches, tables where you can work remotely, and free wifi!​ With flexible enrollment options, you can join us 1 or 2 days per week or drop-in as your schedule permits. Stages is committed to making our quality arts integrated early learning experiences available and affordable for all families. For information about tuition assistance and free classes, please visit our Tuition Assistance Page

Feeling like your Broadway Baby is ready for the next step? Then this class is just for you! Broadway Mini-Stars uses the magic of musical theater to help ease the transition from toddler to preschooler by combining the Broadway & Me class you know and love with structured activities designed to encourage independence and help your little one adapt to a group classroom setting. Each week, little Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs, characters, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists. After that, it’s time to dive into a process art activity inspired by the show of the week. Created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist, Broadway Mini-Stars is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate!

No school? No problem! Spend the day with Stages! With singing, dancing, acting, and art inspired by your child's favorite musicals, we’ve got something for every creative kid. Choose to enroll for one day-off camp or join us for the entire school year for a discounted rate! Friday, September 26 - Descendants Monday, October 13 - Kpop Demon Hunters Monday, October 27 - Zombies Tuesday, November 11 - Wicked Monday November 24 - Eras (Taylor Swift) Tuesday, November 25 - The Lion King Wednesday, November 26 - Zootopia ​​​ Monday, January 5 - Shrek Monday, January 19 - Beauty & the Beast Monday, February 16 - Superhero Tuesday, February 17 - Seussical Tuesday, March 17 - Hamilton Wednesday, March 18 - The Little Mermaid Friday, April 3 - Mamma Mia Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance. ***Families are responsible for providing: - Nut free morning snack - Nut free lunch - Nut free afternoon snack - A water bottle. Please make sure that everything is labeled.