Needham Community Theatre
Education Program

Classes for Age 5 to Adult

Spring 2026 Session

Class registration is through the Needham Park and Recreation website.  NCT wants these classes to be available for all, so needs-based scholarships are available for those with financial hardship.

Storybook Theatre Kids: Ages 5–7, Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm, April 7 – June 9
(no classes on April 21 and April 28)

Young performers will explore the magic of theatre through imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and beginner acting skills. Using familiar stories and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life while building confidence and working as a team. Throughout the session, the class will also create simple props and costume pieces to use in a short, narrated showcase for families on the final day. No experience or special clothing required.   

Instructor: Rachel Muncy

Broadway Bootcamp: Ages 8-12, Tuesdays, 4:30pm - 5:30pm, April 7 – June 9
(no classes on April 21 and April 28)

Broadway Bootcamp introduces students to the essential elements of musical theatre like acting, singing, and dancing, through a collection of scenes, songs, and simple choreography. Students will create a mini Broadway Revue showcase for parents featuring selections from classic and contemporary shows on the final day.  No experience or special clothing is required.  

Instructor: Rachel Muncy

Teen Actors Studio: Ages 13-18, Thursdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, April 9 – May 21, except no class on April 23

What are the vital tools for success needed to “break out of your box” and confidently showcase your ability to play a range of characters at auditions, callbacks and in all of your performances?  This class is designed for teen actors eager for individualized feedback and training, who will be given the tools every actor needs to build their confidence and raise their acting and audition skills to the next level.  Students in this teen acting studio will build, sharpen and showcase their acting skills through challenging acting training in monologue and scene work.  

Instructor: Fran Weinberg

Acting Workshop for Adults: Ages 18+, Tuesdays 7:00pm – 9:30pm, April 7 – May 19, except no class on April 21

Fran Weinberg, a Needham resident and veteran acting coach, teacher and award-winning director is offering an acting workshop for adults.  This workshop will cover all aspects of scene study. Actors will stretch their acting skills and explore the tools needed to understand a scene, build a character and bring a scene to life. All levels of acting experience are welcome.

Instructor: Fran Weinberg

Class registration is through the Needham Park and Recreation website. 

For more information, please contact Naomi at Naomi.Goldman@yahoo.com.