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Next Stage is Dallas Theater Center’s after-school theater program for lower and middle school students who love
to play, create, and perform. Through fun, hands-on activities in acting, movement, storytelling, and teamwork,
students build confidence while exploring the magic of live theater. Whether they’re new to the stage or already
dreaming of Broadway, Next Stage helps young artists grow their skills and find their unique voice in a supportive
and creative environment.
Step behind the curtain and discover the magic that makes theater come to life. In this hands-on introduction to technical theater, students will explore all the essential departments that support a professional production at Dallas Theater Center.
Participants will rotate through:
Stage Management – calling cues, tracking scenes, and keeping a show running
Lighting Design – creating mood and visual storytelling
Scenic Design – drafting, building, and understanding the world of the play
Costume Design – character expression through wardrobe
Props Construction – building and sourcing props that support the story
Production Process – how all departments collaborate to bring a show from page to stage
This class is perfect for students who are curious about theater beyond acting and want to get a real look at the artistry and teamwork that make a production happen. No previous experience required.
Ages: 10–18
Schedule: Jan 20–Apr 28: Tuesdays, 4:30–5:30 PM (No class March 17)
Tuition: $300 [payment plans available]
$100 Deposit due at time of registration. Full payment due by Jan 13.
PRODUCTION LAB ADD-ON: Students have the option to step into real-world production work on The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition. This option is ideal for students who want immersive, hands-on theater experience and the chance to support a full musical production from rehearsal through performance.
Production Lab Add-On: Beginning May 2: Saturdays with the SpongeBob cast, 10 AM–1 PM
Tech Week: June 1–5, 9 AM–4 PM
Performances: June 6 (Matinee & Evening)
Location: Kalita Humphreys Theater [3636 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219]
Tuition: Additional $150
