Looking for a fun activity for your child on the autism spectrum? We offer theatre classes for all abilities on Saturdays throughout the year. Our classes enhance communication skills while promoting creative collaboration. Our instructors are trained in specific techniques to help students on the spectrum succeed in class and in life.
Class size is small, so be sure to register right away. For anyone who is interested but not sure how their child will take to theatre classes, please contact us and arrange for a visit/observation. Cost is $260/10 sessions.
The Center for Applied Drama and Autism is located at 1501 S Hawkins Ave, Akron OH 44320. Our fall session begins Sept 14 and goes through Nov 23. Contact us via email: info@centerforada.org, office phone: 234-678-7830 or check out our web site: centerforada.org
Fall 2019 Schedule
ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE**
Ages 8-13
Saturdays 9 am - 10 am
10 weeks, $260
Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza
For young people who enjoy role play and acting out stories, with
a focus on adventure tales, superheroes and sidekicks, animal
trickster tales and a wee bit of Shakespeare
IMPROV FOR ALL*
For all ages and abilities
Saturdays 10:15 am - 11:15 am
10 weeks, $260
Instructors: Ruben Ryan and Brandon Meeker
Our improv class encourages collaboration, curiosity and creativity.
Our instructors create a fun and supportive environment that allow
the participants to explore, develop, and succeed using the art of
theatre improvisation.
NEXT STAGE TRANSITIONS WORKSHOP**
Ages 14-22
Saturdays 11:30pm - 12:30pm
10 weeks, $260.00
Instructors: Wendy Duke & Laura Valendza
For young people on the spectrum who are getting ready for a
transitional time in their lives, moving from middle school
to high school to college to career. Through work on a collaborative
theatre project, participants will be rehearsing the skills they will
need in real life as well as the stage.
*Inclusive and diverse — for young people of all abilities
**Designed for young people with autism specifically
