Youth Classes and Workshops

Our workshops are led by local educators and professional performers. Participants perform in our theatre for family, friends, and the community.

Our summer camp schedule is available here.

  • Kids on Stage Workshops

    For ages 5-17, Kids on Stage is an after school performance workshop. Read about our program and current opportunities by following the link below!

  • Teens on Stage

    For ages 13-18, Teens on Stage is a workshop intended for participants who may wish to pursue a career in theatre performance. Read about our program and current opportunities by following the link below!

  • Technical Apprentice Program

    We would like to invite students ages 13-18 to learn and participate in the technical side of theatre during The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck’s Teens on Stage production of Footloose in 2025.

    Our Apprentices will learn from education and technical professionals. All rehearsals and performances happen at The CENTER. Experience is not necessary to take part in this Apprentice program.

Our Instructors.

The CENTER's teaching staff have degrees in their field and are carefully screened prior to employment.

We are proud to provide the following teachers and assistants:

Teachers/Directors

Katie-Beth Anspach

Jordan Stroly

Cedric James

Melissa Matthews

PJ Kraus

Lynne Czajka

Diana Di Grandi

Thomas Netter

Niki Metcalf

JoAnne Schubert

Paul Schubert

Lou Trapani

Victoria Howland

Cheyenne See

Vera Perry

Emily Woolever

Matt Woolever

Stage Managers/Assistants

Matrix
Hannah
Joshua Lococo
Alexis Metcalf
Madison Knapp
Cassidy