A six-week beginning acting class for ages 9–13, built around a collaborative tabletop role-playing adventure. Each week is a new chapter of the story. Students bring their character to life through voice, movement, improvisation, and costume.

Week 1 – Creating a Character: backstory, motivation, and a character sheet

Week 2 – Voice & Movement: giving a character a distinct voice, posture, and walk

Week 3 – Improvisation: "yes, and," accepting offers, and staying in character

Week 4 – Setting the Scene: narration, describing place and mood, and building a world

Week 5 – Costume Design: designing and building a signature costume piece

Week 6 – The Final Chapter: the story's last scene, performed in costume

Class structure: warm-up, skill demonstration, story play, scene work, and a closing share.

Progress: each student builds a character portfolio (character sheet, costume design, scene notes) and performs in the Week 6 showcase. A written summary and certificate of completion are available on request. Non-credit.

Class details:

• Dates: Fridays October 9th, 16th, 23rd, November 6th, 13, and 20th 2026 (no class held on October 30th)

• Time: 5-6:15 PM

• Location: Warwick Valley Community Center, 11 Hamilton Avenue, Warwick, NY 10990

• Ages: 9-13

• Instructors: Co-owners and educators Caitlin Bennett and Kathleen Penland

• Cost: $275* for all six weeks. Scholarships available based on financial need, email info@intoinclusionny.com to learn more!

*This is the instructional fee. All materials are provided at no additional cost. There are no registration fees, activity fees, supply fees, or add-on charges of any kind.

This class is open to the public. Enrollment is open to any young person ages 9–13, with or without a disability. No diagnosis, referral, or prior acting experience is required. Support persons are welcome to stay at no charge.

Class size: limited to 6 participants

Note: Registration is now closed.