Youth Theater

Winter

reader's theater

9-13 Yr Olds

Ready for a fun and creative theater experience without the pressure of memorizing lines? In this Reader’s Theater program, older kids will perform a short play by reading from scripts—no costumes, props, or memorization required. Through expressive vocal delivery and shared storytelling, students will strengthen reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence on stage. The session culminates in a final performance, so it’s essential that participants commit to attending all three workshops—and the makeup date if needed—to ensure a polished, cohesive show.

  • Instructor: Jessica Fox
  • Date: Sat | Jan 17, 24, 31
  • Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Location: Cityside MS - Performing Arts Room


Spring & Summer

kids acting - fairy tale stories

5-7 Yr Olds

This class is a fun and welcoming introduction to acting for 5–7‑year‑olds! We’ll read our favorite fairy‑tale stories together, then use our imaginations to bring them to life on stage. Kids will explore characters, use their voices and bodies to tell stories, and enjoy playful, creative acting games. Just come ready to pretend, imagine, and have fun!

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $29r/$44nr
  • Instructor: Jessica Fox
  • Dates: Saturdays | Apr 11, 18, 25
  • Time: 11:00-11:45 AM

  • Location: Cityside MS - Performing Arts Room

theater games

8-12 Yr Olds

Interested in theater and acting? Join us to learn more about theater and improve your improvisational skills through fun games that introduce theater principles! 

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $33r/$48nr
  • Instructor: Jessica Fox
  • Dates: Saturdays | Apr 11, 18, 25
  • Time: 9:45-10:45 AM

  • Location: Cityside MS - Performing Arts Room

summer theater camp

9-16 Yr Olds

Ready for a complete theatrical adventure — auditions, rehearsal, and performance all included? Our summer theater camp is just the thing! We’ll start with auditions in June (everyone gets a part), with audition times to be assigned soon. Scripts will be available ahead of time, then over the course of two weeks, we’ll rehearse and perform the mystery‑comedy Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion by Ian McWethy — a fun show featuring some familiar detectives parents and kids will love. Whether you’re a total newbie or have some stage experience, this camp gives everyone a role and an opportunity to build confidence, sharpen performance skills, and blossom as part of a cast. Come ready to dive in, discover your character, and enjoy an unforgettable summer performance experience! Participants under the age of 11 should have completed at least one previous Zeeland Rec theater camp/class. 

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Mon, June 15
  • Cost: $139r/$154nr
  • Instructor: Jessica Fox
  • Auditions: To determine which part each participant gets in end-of-camp performance. Everyone who auditions will be cast in the performance. We’ll assign each participant an audition date and time at a later date. Scripts will be available for pickup before auditions begin.
    • Audition Dates: Sat, June 20 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) or Mon, June 22 (6:00-8:00 PM) 
    • Audition Location: Cityside MS - Performing Arts Rm
  • Camp: 
    • Date: July 27-30 + Aug 3-6 (Two Weeks)
    • Time: 6:00-8:30 PM
    • Location: Cityside MS - Lokers Auditorium
    • Possible Additional Dates (based on size of camp): July 21 & 23
  • Performances: 
    • Wed, Aug 5 - 7:30 PM
    • Thur, Aug 6 - 7:30 PM

west michigan theatre company 

6th Gr-Adults (2026-27 Grade Level)

West Michigan Theatre Co. — a community theatre company founded to bring quality theatrical performance opportunities to our West Michigan area, with a home in Zeeland — is proud to invite you to be part of this inaugural journey. Learn more about all the programs and opportunities they are offering HERE.