Looking for musical theater or acting classes for kids or teens? Here are the Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda programs that let kids take the stage.
Theater classes for East Bay kids
If we missed your favorite theater class for children that is operating now, please add it in the comments! We love to see all of our kids on stage.
Amabile School of Music
Amabile School of Music in Moraga offers a "Little Mozart Group Class" for beginner students aged 4 & private music lessons to students age 5+ including adults. Offering piano, cello, guitar, ukulele, drum, clarinet, voice, and violin lessons.
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Berkeley Rep School of Theatre
After school and weekend theater classes for grades 1-12. From acting to improv and everything in between, Berkeley Rep inspires creativity in all ages.
Grades: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
East Bay German International School (EBGIS)
Extracurricular classes open to all students who would like to strengthen their German language skills in grades 5 to 11. Focus on literature and drama in German.
Grades: 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Feisty Fingers Music
Piano and voice lessons for adults and children aged 5 and up. Also French coaching.
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Guitar Center Music Lessons
Offering lessons in piano, drums, keyboard, guitar, vocals, dj skills, and bass.
Grades: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Jingle Jamboree Music
Music Club After School Program invites kindergarten through 5th Grade students to expand their musical knowledge a few afternoons per week. Music Club features song games and music reading.
Grades: TK or bridge kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
Junior Center of Art and Science
Create and explore after school! These classes are engaging hands-on fun for young artists, makers, and inventors aged 6-13. Classes are small, student-centered experiences where youth can build skills, experiment with a variety of media, and connect with their creative selves.
Grades: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School
Kairos Music Academy - Youth Choir
Youth Choir serves children aged 6 to 15 years old with a superb musical education and the exhilarating experience of performing choral music and musical theater.
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Kids 'N Dance 'N Theater Arts
Dance and circus arts are offered for kids in blocks of 8 or 9-week sessions, after school or on weekends. 18 months to 16 years.
Grades: TK or bridge kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School
Mr. D's Music Club - The Creative Spaces
The Creative Spaces at Mr. D's Music Club offers a performing arts enrichment after-school program for kids aged 8-12. In a supportive environment, kids explore singing, acting, and dancing, build confidence, and expand their artistic skills. No prior experience required. Trial classes available.
Grades: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School
Pacific Boychoir Academy (PBA)
After School foundational music classes and training for boys and girls ages 4-18. PBA's Grammy-winning choirs provide opportunities to perform locally, regionally, and internationally. Choristers form life-long friendships and high levels of musical expertise.
Grades: TK or bridge kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir
With classes for ages 5-18, their mission is to advance the choral arts through education, performance, and collaboration at the highest artistic level, fostering individual development and international relationships. Lift your voice to connect, inspire, and unite through music!
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
The Crowden School
Music education for 6+ from piano to chorus. Private and group classes are offered.
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
Youth Musical Theater Company
YMTC does seasonal performance-intensive musical theater based on popular and classic shows.
Grades: Middle School, High School
Zoe Blake and Co. Music Instruction
Friendly, adaptable, and creative guitar, ukulele, and piano lessons in your home! The team of educated and experienced teachers have openings for students beginning or continuing their musical journeys through piano and guitar. Ages 5 and up!
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
And if we missed your favorite, please add it in the comments!
- Check out our toddler class guide to get your small person performing and acting!
- See our summer camp guide to find more performing arts camps around the East Bay >
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Children’s Fairyland has a long-running Children’s Theatre program for kids age 8 to 10. Auditions are held in January; kids receive 50 hours of professional training and perform at Fairyland from June through October. They also represent Fairyland at events outside the park. More info: http://fairyland.org/events-and-performances/childrens-theatre/
Also, Berkeley Playhouse has both camps and after-school programs!