Brooklyn Players describes itself as "After-School Performing Arts Classes for 4 year olds through…read moreteens and adults, as well as 4-week musical theater program for 8-13 year olds during the summer. Classes in Singing, Theater, Guitar, Musical Theater and Film and Movie-Making. Small classes with individualized attention in a cozy, professional and nurturing environment. " I am a parent of three children who have studied musical theater through Brooklyn Players, in both the summer and school year (after school) programs. Brooklyn Players is fantastic, and my kids have gained tremendously from attending. I am impressed with the way they have developed my children's skills to such a high level in a program which is truly fun and nurturing, and where teamwork aspects of theater are strongly emphasized. I have never before seen a performing program (for music or theater) where there is such a relaxed feeling but such amazingly professional results. I have one child who just started college but attended Brooklyn Summer Players every year from age 9 to 13, and I have one much younger child who recently completed his first year in the 4 week summer program. I find the staff very talented, and it has been fun to watch the kids grow and develop in the program. When my now college-age son applied to high school, he was admitted to some very selective programs (like the very small, highly esteemed theater program at Edward Murrow high school). It has been fun and impressive to see the Brooklyn Players graduates continue their successful efforts to perform in school and outside of school as well. Many students from Brooklyn Players end up with leading roles in high school productions, whether or not they choose to attend selective arts programs for high school. I am glad my sons learned so much from Brooklyn Players, but I think it is equally valuable that the program was really fun for them too. I am delighted my youngest is still in Brooklyn Players and continuing to enjoy and learn from it as his older brothers did. I highly recommend the summer program as well as the school year classes. We are fortunate to have such a great program in Park Slope.

My daughter has participated in both the summer and after-school programs. Her summer experience…read moretwo years ago ignited a love for musical theatre that she has been pursuing ever since through voice and acting classes with Brooklyn Players. The after-school classes are the perfect size; each student gets a lot of individual attention. The caliber of students is very high, yet there is an atmosphere of mutual support instead of competitiveness. When my daughter began voice classes with Corinne, she was not so confident in her abilities. I am almost more pleased with her increased confidence than I am with her technical skill, but she has Brooklyn Players to thank for both at this point. Sadly, we are leaving the area, so she can't do the summer show this year, but she has been accepted into a very selective summer theatre program in the area we are moving to. We have been so fortunate to have this amazing resource right here in the neighborhood; Brooklyn Players is a great choice for any kid with an interest in performing.

They are well, so creatively wild! Best for those younger than 10, wondering what summer camp is…read morelike?

This is my sons happy place! We live in L.A. and spend a few months in N.Y. every year. My son…read morealways looks forward to taking art classes at Creatively Wild. During the covid shutdown, my son transitioned into their zoom classes. He loves his class with Sally so much that he has asked if he can continue taking the class when we go back to L.A. Thank you to Creativity Wild for providing an inspiring and nurturing environment during your in-person and online classes.

My daughter has been attending classes and workshops at Acting Out for a number of years. The…read morevariety of classes, from the amazing Musical Theater Boot Camp during the Summer, to individual, personalized vocal classes, to preparation for school auditions, are all well thought-out, professionally run, and rewarding. The staff are friendly, competent, helpful, talented, enthusiastic, and encouraging. As long as my daughter wants to study performance, Acting Out will be part of our family. I can't say enough about them. if your child is interested in acting/performance, this is the place for them.

"Acting Out" is the premier place for developing and coaching young talent. I've had two daughters…read more(six years apart) go through the grueling HS audition process. The first was accepted in to Frank Sinatra School of the Arts for Vocal. She's now a sophomore studying Musical Theatre at Ithaca College. The second daughter was just (March 2019) accepted into Professional Performing Arts HS for Vocal. The instructors have a clear understanding of the audition process and were able to prepare my daughters to have their best auditions. I would highly recommend them to any parent who has a child interested in the Arts. Sincerely, Johanna L.

This school is amazing, kids will like it because they are professional and strict. They really…read morewants to teach you dance. you won't waste of your time. Most of the kids are stay there for years.

My daughter has been attending Nika ballet for the past 8 years. If you are looking for…read moreprofessionalism, dedicated teachers, community, great friends, love of dance, discipline with a touch of laughter - THIS SCHOOL IS FOR YOU! Highly recommend Nika Ballet school.

We had our daughter's 5th birthday here. It was so fun! The musical program was engaging…read more The center is run by a family who are so lovely, and could not do enough to help us feel comfortable. It's a large space where parents and kids can coexist but still have separate spaces. The all inclusive option was incredibly convenient as well. We could not be happier and the kids had a blast!

We enrolled our son in the Jump Start program this past school year. It was truly an incredible…read morelearning environment. First and foremost, the teacher, Miss Sotiria, was absolutely amazing. Her passion for teaching and genuine care for the children shone through in every interaction. My son adored her, and it was evident that she had a positive impact on his learning journey. Her ability to engage and connect with the children was remarkable. Another highlight of the class was Miss Sotiria's mother, Miss Christine. Both of them were such warm and caring individuals who genuinely cared about each child's well-being. Their dedication to the children's happiness and progress was evident, and it created a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Christos was also just a gem of a human. He always responded to my emails promptly, and answered my in-person questions with a smile. I have nothing but fantastic things to say about Ume Ume. We will be re-enrolling our son for this coming fall, and I can't wait to enroll my younger daughter there next year!

Went here when I was younger and enjoyed the dance classes very much. The service was always prompt…read moreand the classes were always a great value.

Take a Bow is a wonderful performing arts center that really instills and hones a passion for dance…read morein everyone who takes classes there. My young daughter has been attending for only a few months, yet the incredibly warm and skilled staff, lead by the talented and professional Miss Carrie have made such a difference in her (our!) lives. It's easy to see why the center is always filled. Dancers trained here gain an edge. The choreography of dances is amazing! The teachers are exceptional motivators, and they have such knowledge of what each age group needs... My daughter is learning so many skills--for dance and for life. I look forward to many years of watching her blossom under their guidance.

This Grandmother is a big fan. We all love the in person programs and t he streaming music and…read morevideos. FunikiJam's commitment to inclusivity and diversity is evident in their performances. It's wonderful to see a company that truly cares about all its audiences!

This was the worst experience of a children's class or show I've had. I'd been wanting to take my…read moretoddler to a show for a while, but found it hard to justify the $80 cost they wanted for an hours show. However, I came across a trial class on Sawyer for their St Patricks Day themed show, and booked it immediately. I got an email reply a few days later telling me the date I'd booked was full, and that they'd moved me to another date, which happened to be St Patricks Day, so I had no issue with this. The show was meant to start at 10.30am. I arrived at the Actors Temple around 10.20am to a locked door, wondering if I was in the correct place. Around ten minutes later, a woman opened the door, and I immediately saw a flight of stairs. There I am with a stroller, and the woman didn't even offer to help me up, but I asked her to and she did. She then informed me the show was running a little late. I didn't think much of it, and got me and my toddler sorted. There was another child and their caregiver waiting for the show also. Meanwhile, the cast started doing their soundcheck and run through. Honestly, I was getting excited by the music and couldn't wait for it to get started, although I found it strange that they were doing this at the time the show was actually meant to start. They were soundchecking for around 30 minutes, and one of the cast members told us they were waiting for a school to arrive. Then a school bus turned up with a whole bunch of 6 year olds, then another bus shortly after, and another bus. The place was definitely over capacity when all these kids had arrived. God forbid if there was a fire! We were crammed like tinned sardines. So after waiting an hour for all these schoolchildren, the show started at 11.30am. At which point, my little one had run out of patience and was wanting a nap. After a few minutes after the show started, I walked out. Very, very disrepectful to keep people with children waiting for an hour, whether a trial or not. Very disappointing!

Our family loves imagine daycare. We have 2 boys at the daycare, we love dropping them off with…read morepeople that we know care about our little ones. Our babies are the most important aspects of our lives and it is crucial knowing that they are safe and cared for by Imagine's fantastic staff. We receive regular updates of the boys days throughout the day, well planned out learning and activities and they are always having fun with their teachers and little friends. We love Imagine Daycare!!

Imagine DUMBO has been a part of my family for five years. Our oldest started here at three months…read moreand she's now a rising Kindergartener. My youngest is 13 months old and also started at three months. The teachers and administrative staff are wonderful. They're very caring and I always know my daughters are not only in a safe environment but a fun and educational space. Also they have an amazing director Lia who really cares about the center and takes parents wants and needs into consideration when making decisions. I cannot recommend Imagine DUMBO enough!