Winter Sessions – January through March 2026
PLEASE NOTE, there is a minimum number of participants required to run these sessions. If we do not reach that number, you will be informed a week prior to the session start and you will receive a full refund.
Grades K – 2
Pandamonium!
Monday Session
January 5 – March 2
Grades K – 2
Pandamonium!
Tuesday Session
January 6 – March 3
Grades 3 – 5
The Granny Awards
Wednesday Session
January 7 – March 4
Our youth theatre education programs are designed to help each young artist reach his/her/their creative and personal potential. We limit our registrations for each session as the focus is not just on the final product, but the experience and growth along the way. Over the course of a session or workshop, our young actors develop self-confidence, artistic ability, and much more. The goal of our youth theatre program is for young performers to create lasting memories while developing skills that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.
Grades K – 2
Monday Session
Pandamonium!
January 5 – March 2, 2026
About the Show: Step into a world where mystery, mischief, and music collide in this fun-filled retelling of the timeless tale of Pandora’s box. Designed especially for young voices, this workshop offers your child the chance to shine on stage, explore imaginative storytelling, and build confidence—all while having a blast.
Grades: Currently in K through 2nd
Session Size: Limited to 12 – 14
Dates: Mondays from January 5 – March 2, 2026
Times: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Performance: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Rehearsal Location: West Shore Theatre Arts & Education Center, 300 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Performance Location: West Shore Theatre, 317 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Cost: $325
Grades K – 2
Tuesday Session
Pandamonium!
January 6 – March 3, 2026
About the Show: Step into a world where mystery, mischief, and music collide in this fun-filled retelling of the timeless tale of Pandora’s box. Designed especially for young voices, this workshop offers your child the chance to shine on stage, explore imaginative storytelling, and build confidence—all while having a blast.
Grades: Currently in K through 2nd
Session Size: Limited to 12 – 14
Dates: Tuesdays from January 6 – March 3, 2026
Times: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Performance: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Rehearsal Location: West Shore Theatre Arts & Education Center, 300 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Performance Location: West Shore Theatre, 317 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Cost: $325
Grades 3 – 5
Wednesday Session
The Granny Awards
January 7 – March 4, 2026
Tonight’s the night we’ve all been waiting for! Granny, who has retired from show business, will be honoring all of our favorite fairy tale characters! Who will win Best Female Vocalist? Best Male Vocalist? Best Dramatic Scene? Best Choreography? Best Rap? And the most coveted Best Villain Award? Tune in to see and hear your favorite performers! And don’t forget to keep an eye on that nasty Big Bad Wolf, as he tries to steal the treasured Granny Award during the show!
Grades: Currently in 3rd through 5th
Session Size: Limited to 14 – 16
Dates: Wednesdays from January 7 – March 4, 2026
Times: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Performance: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Rehearsal Location: West Shore Theatre Arts & Education Center, 300 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Performance Location: West Shore Theatre, 317 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA
Cost: $400
Scholarships
In an effort to give professional theatre experiences and opportunities to the most enthusiastic and interested young performers, a limited number of needs-based scholarships are available for all sessions. These scholarship opportunities are thanks to a generous grant from the Bob Craig Youth Foundation. If you are interested and in need, please view and complete the submission form at the link below.