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Programs

Theater

Where Stories Come to Life


Theater at Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center develops expressive performers and disciplined collaborators across styles including acting, musical theater and techniques such as improvisation. 

Students train in acting, voice and stagecraft, while building self-awareness and presence. 
 
Ages: 9 – 21 (Summer Workshops for Ages 9 – Adult)
Levels: Beginner through advanced 
Sessions: Summer Workshops, Fall-Spring Classes
Cost: Free


WHAT WE OFFER

FREE theater training includes: 

  • Acting technique
  • Scene study
  • Vocal technique
  • Character development
  • Improvisation
  • Audition Techniques
  • Summer Mini Workshop Intensives 

Fall-Spring students participate in Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center productions and a culminating showcase. 

 

I can see my daughter and I being a part of Mind-Builders for years to come. —Catherine R., Parent


WHO THEATER IS FOR

Theater serves: 

  • Students building confidence 
  • Emerging actors refining craft 
  • Young performance developing stage presence 
  • Novices seeking creative expression 

TEACHING THEATER SKILLS TO GENERATIONS

Mind-Builders has been providing theater instruction to students in the Bronx since 1984. At the time, Positive Youth Troupe Theater (PYT) was founded as a traveling ensemble. 
 
Esteemed alumni include Alimi Ballard, Gilbert Glenn Brown, Ayodele Casel, Nelson Chamilio, Mylika Davis, Andre Dell, Duane Chivon Ferguson, Charles Malik Whitfield to name a few. 


READY TO BEGIN?

Whether you or your child is stepping onto the stage for the first time or refining advanced performance skills, Mind-Builders offers focused training and real production experience.