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Kid's Theatre Exploration (8-12)

$114 MEMBER PRICE: $9690

with Shelby Mejia

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Do you have a young actor yearning to explore the world of theatre? In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives.

This exploration will be done using theatre games, scene work, improvisation practice, character development, and storytelling techniques.

This class will meet at Baldwin Elementary School in the Activity Room.

Ages 8-12

Thursdays 5:30-7pm

February 5th - February 26th

Tuition: $114

Scene Study for Young Actors (8-14)

$114 MEMBER PRICE: $9690

with Shelby Mejia

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 14

In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances.

Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft.  The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class. 

Ages 8-14

Tuesdays 5:30-7 pm

March 3-24

Tuition:  $114 

Kid's Theatre Exploration (8-12)

$114 MEMBER PRICE: $9690

with Shelby Mejia

Calendar Mar 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Do you have a young actor yearning to explore the world of theatre? In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives.

This exploration will be done using theatre games, scene work, improvisation practice, character development, and storytelling techniques.

Ages 8-12

Thursdays 5:30-7pm

March 5-26

Tuition: $114

Middle School Melodrama (8-13)

$95 MEMBER PRICE: $8075

with EJ Fultz

Calendar Mar 31, 2026 at 7 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Ages: 8 - 13

Middle School can occasionally be a place full of drama, but in this new class you can turn that drama into an acting masterpiece!

Middle School Melodrama will examine and perform scenes from melodramas and comedies! After scene study and character work, students will learn and embody outrageously captivating characters and enhance their acting skills!

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CLASS WILL MEET AT THE CITY OF MANASSAS COMMUNITY CENTER!!

Ages 8-13

Tuesdays 7-8 pm

March 31 - April 28

Class Fee: $95

Kid's Theatre Exploration (8-12)

$114 MEMBER PRICE: $9690

with Shelby Mejia

Calendar Apr 9, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Do you have a young actor yearning to explore the world of theatre? In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives.

This exploration will be done using theatre games, scene work, improvisation practice, character development, and storytelling techniques.

Please note that the first class will take place at the City of Manassas Community Center off of Sudley Road!!

Ages 8-12

Thursdays 5:30-7pm

April 9-30

Tuition: $114

Both PPT Summer Intensives

$1,250 MEMBER PRICE: $1,06250

with Kelly Delaune

Calendar Jun 8, 2026 , runs for 3 weeks

Ages: 8 - 16

Register for Lion King Jr and Diary of a Wimpy Kid and receive a $200 discount. 

Lion King Jr runs from June 8-June June 28.  The first week will be held from 5:30-8:30 pm The second and third week will be held at the Gregory Family Theater in the Hylton Performing Arts Center  Performances will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, June 26 at 7, June 28 at 10 and 2 and June 29 at 2 pm.

 THERE WILL BE NO REHEARSALS THE WEEK OF JUNE 30-July 4

Diary of a Wimpy Kid runs from July 6-July 25 from 9 am - 3 pm at the ARTfactory.  The hours will be 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday. 

There are three performances:  Friday, July 24 at 7 pm, Saturday, July 25 at 10 am and 2 pm  Tuition includes a tshirt and two complimentary tickets.

Tuition may be paid in one lump sum of $1,300 or ($1,105 with Membership) or may be divided as follows:

$325 Non-Refundable Deposit will secure your spot.  Due by January 15.

Payment #2 Due by February 16.

Payment #3 Due by March 16.

Payment #4 Due by April 16.

 

 If you are not a member and wish to join, click on this link Membership

 

Payment plan available: $325 deposit plus 2 payments of $325.00, paid monthly. Final payment of $275.00.

PPT Summer Intensive - Lion King JR

$700 MEMBER PRICE: $595

with Kelly Delaune

Calendar Jun 8, 2026 , runs for 3 weeks

Ages: 8 - 16

This is a three week intensive beginning on June 8 and running through June 28. 

Please note, the first week of this intensive will be held in the evenings Monday through Thursday from 5:30-8:30 at the ARTfactory. 

Beginning Monday, June 15, the hours will be 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in the Gregory Family Theater. 

There are four performances:  June 26 at 7 pm, June 27 at 10 am and 2 pm and Sunday, June 28 at 2 pm.  Tuition includes a tshirt and two complimentary tickets.

Tuition may be paid in one lump sum ($700 or $595 with Membership) or may be divided as follows:

$200 Non-Refundable Deposit will secure your spot.  Due by January 15.

Payment #2 Due by February 16

Payment #3 Due by March 16.

Payment #4  Due by April 16.

 

 If you are not a member and wish to join, click on this link Membership

 

Payment plan available: $200 deposit plus 2 payments of $185.00, paid monthly. Final payment of $130.00.

Musical Theatre Bootcamp (8-12)

$5250 MEMBER PRICE: $4462

with Shelby Mejia

Calendar Jun 8, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Ages: 8 - 12

This camp is provided at a discounted rate for City of Manassas residents. You can only register for this camp if your zip code is 20110 or if your child attends Manassas City Public Schools.

Take your musical theatre skills to the next level in this intensive bootcamp!

Over the course of the week, campers will learn songs, choreography, and scenes from popular musicals, refining their acting, singing, and dancing skills.

Whether they’re new to musical theatre or looking to build on their experience, this camp will provide a full immersion into the world of stage performance.

Please note that lunch will not be provided, but there will be a supervised lunch period from 12-12:40 pm. A list of allergies will be sent out before camp to ensure the safety of all campers. 

Please note that there will be no camp on Wednesday, June 10th.

Ages 8-12

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 10 am - 2 pm

June 8-12

Registration Fee: $52.50





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