Showcase & Performance-Based Classes for Young Artists

Showcase classes are open to all young artists ages 2-17. These classes are 6-8 week sessions running seasonally and focusing on the fundamentals of acting, singing, improv, working in an ensemble, and other core skills that build confidence and an appreciation for the arts. These classes culminate in an end-of-session performance for friends and family.

Performance Classes require an audition for admission and are associated with an upcoming TNP KidzAct stage performance. We recommend that children new to acting start in our Showcase Classes and work towards auditioning for a Performance Class. Performances Classes require a commitment to a more rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule. Visit the Upcoming Auditions page to see our next KidzAct shows.

Summer camps are open to all young artists ages 2 – 14. These camps are every morning for either one or two-week sessions. Learn more about our summer camps below or here.

For all of our classes, need-based scholarships are provided generously through The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation. Everyone is welcome to apply. You can visit the application and find out more information here.

Spring 2024 and Summer camp classes are on sale NOW. For more information on classes or summer camps, please contact Maya Kleinsorge ([email protected] or 239.434.7340 ext. 136).

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Upcoming Auditions

Meet Our Instructors

Adult Classes

Scholarship Application

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Quick Contacts:

Registration & Information

Maya Kleinsorge
Education Assistant
(239) 434-7340, ext. 136
[email protected]

Outreach & Special Programs

Summer Pliskow
Education Programs Coordinator
(239) 434-7340, ext. 154
[email protected]

SUMMER CAMPS AND CLASSES

Kindergarten

June 3 – 14

10:30 am – 12 pm

Ages 4 – 6

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June 17 – 28

10:30 am – 12 pm

Ages 4 – 6

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July 8 – 19

10:30 am – 12 pm

Ages 4 – 6

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July 22 – August 2

10:30 am – 12 pm

Ages 4 – 6

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Grades 1 & 2

June 3 – 14

9 am – 12 pm

Grades 1 & 2

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June 17 – 28

9 am – 12 pm

Grades 1 & 2

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July 8 – 19

9 am – 12 pm

Grades 1 & 2

GRADES 6 - 8

GRADES 3 - 5

GRADES 6 - 8

GRADES 3 - 5

GRADES 6 - 8

GRADES 3 - 5

GRADES 6 - 8

GRADES 3 - 5

GRADES 6 - 8

Ages 9 and Up

June 3 – 22

Performances on June 21 – 22 at 12 pm

1 pm – 5 pm

Ages 9 – 14

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July 15 – August 3

Performances on August 2 – 3 at 12 pm

1 pm – 5 pm

Ages 9 – 14

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All Ages

First Saturday of Every Month at 4:30 pm

May 4

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June 17 – July 19

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Ages 15 – 20

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Inclusive Classes

Ages 8 – 12

Wednesdays at 5 pm

June 5 – July 29

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Ages 12+

Fridays at 5 pm

June 7 – Aug 2

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Ages 12+

Thursdays at 5 pm

June 6 – Aug 1

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Cancellation & Refund Policy:

All classes at the Naples Players and in our KidzAct programming have a maximum number of students able to register. By choosing to register and pay tuition for a class, you are securing your spot in the class and therefore holding that spot from being given to another interested student. For that reason, if you ultimately decide to no longer take the class and cancel your registration, there is a small fee for holding that spot from other registrants which is reflected in our refund policy below:

For Traditional/School Year Programming:

If you cancel your spot more than a week out from the start date of class, you can receive a 90% refund.
If you cancel your spot less than a week from the start date of the class, you can receive a 75% refund.
If you cancel your class after the start date, you will not be given a refund

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FAQs & DETAILS

Where should my child start?

KidzAct has always been working to provide quality arts education for all ages and experience levels. We typically break Showcase classes into groups by age, with Performance classes (accessible by audition) reserved for those ready to take the stage and the spotlight!

If you’re unsure which class to sign up for, call our Education Assistant at 239-434-7340 ext. 136.

How often do sessions start?

Our classes follow a seasonal schedule:

FALL CLASSES run September–December with registration opening in late July or August
WINTER CLASSES run January–March with registration opening in November
SPRING CLASSES run March-May with registration opening in February
SUMMER CLASSES / CAMP runs June–August with registration opening in April.

Are classes different every session?

Yes! In fact, many KidzAct students will take their age-appropriate classes throughout the year, taking multiple season classes to build off of skills they have already acquired and to work towards the goal of auditioning for upcoming shows and performances.

What is the difference between Showcase Classes and Performance Classes?

KidzAct Showcase Classes at TNP focus on building upon the core concepts of acting, singing, dictation, and other confidence-building skills that prepare students for the ultimate goal of taking a Performance Class. Performance Classes are associated with an upcoming KidzAct stage show and can only be entered by audition. Generally, there are four to six KidzAct shows per calendar year that provide students with the opportunity to experience a more intensive schedule of rehearsals and performances culminating in a full-scale stage show.

How can my child audition for a show?

Auditioning for an upcoming KidzAct production is considered part of our Performance Classes. Generally, there are four to six full-scale KidzAct stage productions each year at TNP. If a child auditions and is cast for a show, they are required to commit to the rehearsal, performance schedule, and fees associated with a particular show.

See our Upcoming Auditions page for opportunities to take the spotlight!

What do classes cost?

Fees vary based on class length, type, and whether they are online or on-site. Generally speaking, a 6-8 week class can vary between $300-$450 per session. Need-based scholarships are always available through The Joan and Brooks Fortune Foundation.

Learn about and Apply for A KidzAct Scholarship