At The Character Lab, kids discover emotions, confidence, and creativity through theatre and expressive arts. This fall, weโre starting with what we know sparks joy and connection: theatre-based classes that blend imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and character-building.
Each class is rooted in social-emotional learning and designed to support age-appropriate growth โ whether itโs a toddler making their first dramatic entrance or a preteen writing their own scene.
Weโre beginning with a focus on theatre because itโs a powerful way for kids to express themselves and practice empathy โ and itโs where so much magic happens. But this is just the beginning! ๐ก
By filling out our Fall Interest Form, you help shape whatโs next. Your input helps us understand what families are excited about โ and lets us dream up new classes in art, music, filmmaking, and more.ย
Weโre building this together, and your voice matters.
๐ฃ Emotion in Motion (Ages 2โ4)
๐ญ Move like your mood! Playful theatre games and pretend play help toddlers explore big feelings and develop emotional awareness.
๐ Imagination Station (Ages 4โ6)
๐งธ Big feelings and bigger imaginations come to life through story drama and character play that spark empathy and creativity.
๐ต Scene & Heard (Ages 6โ8)
๐ฌ Mini-scenes, improv, and expressive games turn emotions into confident performances and teamwork skills.
๐ข The Script Lab (Ages 9โ12)
โ๏ธ Create bold characters, write mini-scripts, and bring stories to life through collaborative storytelling and acting.
โจ More Classes Coming Soon!ย
๐ด Mindful Movers (Ages 2โ4)
๐ง Calm bodies, kind hearts. Breathing, movement, and mindfulness games help little ones build focus and emotional balance.
๐ถ Feel the Beat (Ages 4โ6)
๐ผ Exploring rhythm, body percussion, and musical emotion through movement and sound.
๐๏ธ Color Me Kind (Ages 6โ8)
๐๏ธ Art meets empathy in this class focused on expressing kindness, gratitude, and emotions through collaborative projects.
๐ฌ Movie Makers (Ages 9โ12)
๐น Kids write, direct, and act in their own short films using storytelling, teamwork, and basic filming techniques.
๐ The Character Lab LIVE! (All ages)
๐ค A pop-up variety show where kids perform skits, poems, dances, or songs they've created in other classes โ for a live audience of friends and family.
๐ Flexible Formats
We offer:
โข Pop-up classes in parks & playgrounds
โข Seasonal series & workshops
โข Sliding scale pricing + free spots through funding and community support
Weโre building a flexible, creative model that grows with our families โ and keeps art accessible for everyone.
๐ Want to partner or bring The Character Lab to your space?
๐ง Email us at hello@characterlabnyc.com
Stay tuned on IG @characterlabnyc or fill our Fall Interest Form for updates!
โThe mess is part of the magic.โ