"Developing Artists is the place that has always allowed me to express myself. Growing up as a young adult in today's world, I feel it is the only place that has taught me that there are no right or wrong answers, that it's okay to spill your milk and cry over it, and that there are other people out there who understand me. Thanks for that!"
— Olivia Mandell
— Olivia Mandell
Proclaim Yourself an Artist!
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Developing Artists is a place where all the performing arts come together - acting, singing, spoken word, rap, poetry, music, dance - to create and build an ensemble that celebrates collaboration and creates new works. All classes are 100% FREE since 2018, allowing us to serve those students who have been overlooked. Our work instills the important connection between art and activism that comes from a commitment to artistic excellence, and a perseverance to tackle issues of inclusion and equity.
Developing Artists is a place where all the performing arts come together - acting, singing, spoken word, rap, poetry, music, dance - to create and build an ensemble that celebrates collaboration and creates new works. All classes are 100% FREE since 2018, allowing us to serve those students who have been overlooked. Our work instills the important connection between art and activism that comes from a commitment to artistic excellence, and a perseverance to tackle issues of inclusion and equity.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS 13* - 16 YRS OLD
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OUR STAFF
Our staff are all professional artists who create a positive, nurturing and fun environment allowing both beginning and advanced theater students to work creatively as an ensemble. Developing Artists' teachers have worked both on and off-Broadway, in television, and film, and have taught at the most recognized performing arts institutions. |
OUR TRAINING PROGRAM
We offer an extensive (FREE) 2-year training program for high schoolers who are interested in the performing arts. Class size is limited to ensure the individualized attention and support needed for young developing artists. Students are exposed to fundamental theater arts techniques and specialized workshops led by guest professionals (movement, clowning, spoken word, playwriting, etc.). DA is a safe space where students are encouraged to speak freely. The program is designed to build confidence, explore self-expression, empower their creative voice and instill professionalism.
We offer an extensive (FREE) 2-year training program for high schoolers who are interested in the performing arts. Class size is limited to ensure the individualized attention and support needed for young developing artists. Students are exposed to fundamental theater arts techniques and specialized workshops led by guest professionals (movement, clowning, spoken word, playwriting, etc.). DA is a safe space where students are encouraged to speak freely. The program is designed to build confidence, explore self-expression, empower their creative voice and instill professionalism.
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For each year of training, DA typically offers the following sessions:
Fall Session (Oct - Dec) - classes are held on Saturdays. New students are typically invited to start our training sessions during this time. Winter-Spring Session (Feb - May) - continuing classes for returning students are held on Saturdays. Summer session (July) - a more intense schedule meeting Mon-Fri for four weeks. At the end of each session, ensembles present devised new work to friends and family incorporating the skills they just learned. The 2025 Fall Session will be accepting new students very soon! If you are interested in starting our program, sign up for the waiting list now! |
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NOW ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS 13 - 16 YRS OLD
ALL CLASSES ARE CURRENTLY BEING HELD AT:
Houghton Hall Arts
22 E 30th St
New York, NY 10016
Houghton Hall Arts
22 E 30th St
New York, NY 10016
"My kids, Max Woertendyke and Lia Woertendyke spent a lot of time at Developing Artists. It was a real good place for them. They met a lot of other creative children from different areas in and around the city. Almost 15 years later they have continued friendships and working relationships with a number of them. They worked on new original plays and established ones as well. Max has gone on to be a working actor. Lia is director of an after school arts and literacy program in the public schools. She still makes art and performs. As a mom I felt secure when they were studying or rehearsing. I knew where they were. I knew it was positive. I was proud of the work they did. Thank you Jill DeArmon for being another positive adult person in their growing up life."
— HOLLYCE YOKEN
