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Studio Playground fosters individual growth & empowerment for children in our community by using the performing arts. laugh. sing. make a beautiful ruckus.

Our classes explore the benefits of laughter through movement, performance, and playful improvisation. Studio Playground teaches acting classes for all ages based in clowning and physical theatre. We invite students to come as they are, play ferociously, and celebrate themselves! info@studioplayground.org
www.studioplayground.org

Adult Classes: studioplayground.org/clownclass
Youth Classes: studioplayground.org/storytelling
Virtual Classes: studioplayground.org/virtualstorytelling
Intensive for Middle and High School: studioplayground.org/intensive
Summer Camp in Lincoln Woods: studioplayground.org/summercamp

03/15/2026

This summer we are pleased to offer 2 free programs thanks to generous funding opportunities from BankNewport and Providence Department of Art, Culture & Tourism!

We have an exciting season lined up with programs for kids & teens, camps in Providence & Lincoln, and guest classes across Rhode Island.

Performing Arts in Libraries (PALS) is a free program with Community Libraries of Providence. Students perform at Smith Hill Library. June 29 - July 2.

The Teen Acting Intensive introduce students to monologues, scenes, and audition techniques in a supportive environment. July 6, 7 & 10

Our PVD Theater Camp is a half-day program for ages 5-10 in Providence. July 13-17

Performing Arts in Libraries (PALS) Round 2. Students perform at Smith Hill Library. July 20 - July 24

Our Theater Camp in Lincoln Woods State Park for ages 5-11 offers a unique experience that integrates nature with performing arts. Aug 3-21

Register: studioplayground.org

02/24/2026

Studio Playground is seeking Teaching Artists to join our team! This is a part-time seasonal position. Opportunities include after-school programs in Rhode Island and our theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park which occurs August 3-21, 2026. The time commitment varies depending on the program. The compensation is $30 per hour.

The mission of Studio Playground is to use the performing arts to promote acceptance & empowerment for children in Rhode Island. Our classes are based in movement and physical acting with a focus on skills to support social emotional development. Our teaching practices emphasize using theater education to foster a feeling of belonging for students.

Required Experience:
Undergraduate degree
Teaching experience (2 years)
Theater experience (2 years)

To apply, email info@studioplayground.org with your resume, references, and cover letter. Please indicate whether you are interested in being a teacher for after-school programs or for our theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park.

02/14/2026

Did you know laughter sends a little boost of serotonin to your brain? And when we laugh, it reduces cortisol & epinephrine (stress hormones activated during fight or flight response). This is one of the benefits of attending Laughing Club with Chris Bayes on Feb 20!

Laughing Club with Chris Bayes
Friday Feb 20, 5:00-6:00pm
Virtual on Zoom

Register: studioplayground.org/laughing-club

Laughing Club is a wellness practice that incorporates movement, laughter yoga & mindfulness. This online workshop is led by Christopher Bayes, Head of Physical Acting for & founder of

This workshop is for adults ages 18 and older. Tickets support scholarships for our annual theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park.

02/11/2026

We just opened registration for our spring session! Storytelling & Play (ages 4-6) and Comedy Hour (ages 7-9) begin April 25. Classes occur on Saturdays in Providence. Sign up with the link below!

Register: studioplayground.org/providence

02/10/2026

Laughing Club with Chris Bayes is next week! Laughing Club is a wellness practice that incorporates movement, laughter yoga & mindfulness.

This online workshop is led by Christopher Bayes, Head of Physical Acting for the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale, internationally renowned for clown & comedia dell’arte. Tickets support our theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park.

Register: studioplayground.org/laughing-club

Laughing Club with Chris Bayes
February 20
Friday, 5:00-6:00pm
Location: Virtual on Zoom

Laughing Club is a wellness practice intended for actors, performers, and anyone with a desire to explore the benefits of laughter. This workshop is for adults ages 18 and older. Chris Bayes is the founder and director of The Pandemonium Studio.

“Christopher Bayes is a master, an extraordinary visionary who has done more to liberate young American actors over the last two generations than I can possibly express. His classes in Clowning are philosophical manifestos; the power of his laughter inextricable from the depth of his spirit.” (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director, The Public Theater)

02/06/2026

Theater education, unlike most subjects in school, provides children with real-time feedback. Students are guided to make adjustments while they work, which helps develop confidence, mastery, and a personal relationship to the arts. Unfortunately, many elementary schools lack funding for the arts.

Scholarship applications are open! As a nonprofit organization that serves children in Rhode Island, access to education is one of our founding principles. We are committed to providing scholarships for as many students as possible.

To be considered for a need-based scholarship, visit studioplayground.org/financial-aid.

Thank you to our Board of Directors and the generous individuals and businesses in our community who make these opportunities possible. If you would like to support our students, please consider a donation to our Camp Fund. Studio playground is a 5013C nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible.

To make a donation, visit us.givergy.com/studioplayground

01/28/2026

Performing Arts in Libraries (PALS) is back! We are thrilled to share that we received a grant from the Providence Department of Art, Culture & Tourism. This funding allows us to bring back an incredibly popular program for Community Libraries of Providence. PALS is a FREE after school program for children ages 7–11 who attend weekly classes as they adapt a book into a theatrical performance. Classes occur on Wednesdays at Smith Hill Library in Providence. Join us for the performance on Tuesday, May 12 at 4:30 PM!

Please note that space is limited and registration is required. Register at studioplayground.org/pal or in person at Smith Hill Library.

Performing Arts in Libraries (PALS)
Location: Smith Hill Library
Address: 31 Candace Street, Providence
Dates: March 11 - May 12, 2026
Time: Wednesdays, 4:45-6:15pm
Performance: Tuesday May 12 at 4:30pm

Register and Tickets: studioplayground.org/pal

01/24/2026

Play Creation is 1 week away! Storytelling & Play is SOLD OUT. There are still a few open spots for Comedy Hour. Come join us on Saturdays in Providence!

Register: studioplayground.org 🎈

01/15/2026

Not an experienced dancer? No worries! This class focuses on guiding participants to create movement phrases which enhance expression and narrative storytelling. Transform pedestrian movement into dance through observation, playful improvisation, and movement!

Movement Weekend Workshop
Instructed by Alexander Crespo-Rosario
January 24-25, 2026
Saturday & Sunday, 1:00pm-6:00pm
AS 220 in Providence
Register: studioplayground.org/pvd

This class is for adults ages 18 and over.

01/06/2026

Laughing Club is Back! Take a workshop with a highly celebrated teachers of clown & commedia. And support our scholarship fund at the same time! Christopher Bayes is an internationally renowned teacher and Head of Physical Acting for the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale. Read below for details about Laughing Club and our upcoming physical theater classes in Boston & Providence.

Register: studioplayground.org/laughing-club

Laughing Club with Chris Bayes
Date: February 20, 2026
Time: Friday, 5:00-6:00pm
Location: Virtual on Zoom

Movement Weekend Workshop
Date: January 24-25, 2026
Time: Saturday & Sunday, 1:00-6:00pm
Location: AS 220 in Providence

Monologues & Physical Acting
Date: March 7 & 8, 2026
Time: Saturday & Sunday, 1:00-6:00pm
Location: Boston Center for the Arts

Laughing Club is a wellness practice created by Christopher Bayes. The workshop is for actors, performers, and anyone with a desire to explore the health benefits of laughter. Christopher Bayes is Professor in the Practice of Acting and Head of Physical Acting at David Geffen School of Drama.

“Christopher Bayes is a master, an extraordinary visionary who has done more to liberate young American actors over the last two generations than I can possibly express. His classes in Clowning are philosophical manifestos; the power of his laughter inextricable from the depth of his spirit.” (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director, The Public Theater)

01/02/2026

Summer registration is OPEN! In 2026, we continue our annual outdoor theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park and introduce 2 new programs!

There are limited spaces available for each program. Students may join a waitlist after registration is full. Each week is offered separately. Students can register for multiple weeks.

July 6, 7 & 10
Teen Acting Intensive
Ages 13-17

July 13-17
Providence Theater Camp
Ages 5-10

August 3-21
Camp in Lincoln Woods State Park
Ages 5-11

Register: studioplayground.org/summercamp

12/27/2025

Guess what?! Summer registration opens January 2nd at 9am! Each week is offered individually. Students may register for multiple weeks. Space is limited. We encourage early registration. Get ready to laugh, sing, and make a beautiful ruckus!

July 6, 7 & 10
Teen Acting Intensive
Ages 13-17

July 13-17
Studio Theater Camp
Ages 5-10

August 3-21
Camp in Lincoln Woods State Park
Ages 5-11

Video Announcement: https://youtu.be/CNM3uxmHu3g

Register: studioplayground.org/summercamp

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2 Manchester Print Works Road
Lincoln, RI
10023

Website

http://studioplayground.org/providence, http://studioplayground.org/boston, http://studioplayground.org/summercamp, http

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