Students in this class will work on acting skills, character development, stage presence and more. Theatre games and improv will be part of class in order to spark creativity and share ideas. During this session, the students will work on a short performance that will be presented at the YMCA Arts Day on the first or second Saturday in December.

This new program is offered exclusively to 6th - 9th grade students! Critters & Crypts is our weekly Dungeons & Dragons group. Journey on quests with a nature-based flair, using characters and dice. No experience is required. Dice and characters are provided. This is a primarily indoor program. Each session is 8 weeks. Limited to 8 students.

A two-day, online short film challenge for kids and teens. Students are given specific conditions for their project in a 48-hour film festival style. In class, they will learn the basics of storytelling, cinematography, and editing as they make their own short films. The workshop culminates in a final screening of their own work with all workshop participants.

In NYFA’s 2-Day Holiday Acting Workshop, students aged 14-17 learn the basics of film acting from professional actors and directors in a supportive, hands-on environment. This is a seasonal program held during the winter break of the academic year. No experience is required to attend.

A celebration of popular romantasy (romantic fantasy) books with tea, a film screening, and to make crafts based on your favorite book series!

In this short filmmaking class for teens, students explore their passion for filmmaking and learn how to shoot a film scene. Through collaborative work, aspiring filmmakers gain introductory knowledge in directing, writing, lighting, framing, shooting, and producing a film. This is a seasonal workshop held during the winter break of the academic school year.

A two-day, online short film challenge for kids and teens. Students are given specific conditions for their project in a 48-hour film festival style. In class, they will learn the basics of storytelling, cinematography, and editing as they make their own short films. The workshop culminates in a final screening of their own work with all workshop participants.

In this short filmmaking class for teens, students explore their passion for filmmaking and learn how to shoot a film scene. Through collaborative work, aspiring filmmakers gain introductory knowledge in directing, writing, lighting, framing, shooting, and producing a film. This is a seasonal workshop held during the winter break of the academic school year.

In the Online 2 Day Acting For Film Holiday Programs students will also learn the fundamentals of scene work and how to prepare a short scene with a partner ending in a live zoom performance.

Dive into a week of epic storytelling, character creation, improv and roleplay as you learn the ins and outs of Dungeons & Dragons. Campers will sharpen real-world skills like teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity all while building their own fantasy characters and collaborative stories. We’ll explore every key aspect of tabletop role-playing games, from mechanics to myth-making. The grand finale? A one-shot adventure where campers bring their characters to life and put their new skills to the test in a thrilling quest! This camp runs from 9A-12P. Registration deadline is DEC 15. (Min 4/Max 8)

In the Online 2 Day Acting For Film Holiday Programs students will also learn the fundamentals of scene work and how to prepare a short scene with a partner ending in a live zoom performance.

In NYFA’s 2-Day Holiday Acting Workshop, students aged 14-17 learn the basics of film acting from professional actors and directors in a supportive, hands-on environment. This is a seasonal program held during the winter break of the academic year. No experience is required to attend.

Arts4ALL Musical Theatre is a joyful, inclusive class designed specifically for neurodiverse students and those who benefit from additional support. Through music, movement, and storytelling, students will explore musical theatre in a safe, structured, and affirming environment. This program celebrates every student’s unique voice and strengths, culminating in a low-pressure, confidence-building sharing opportunity for families. Peer buddies from our broader Ignite Theatre community participate weekly to model, encourage, and connect. Family involvement is welcomed and encouraged, especially during the first weeks of class or as needed throughout the session.