Curious Creators • Ages 6-8
Dance, Theatre, Art, and Music Classes for Children Ages 6-8 in Putnam, Connecticut.
Creative Explorers are strengthening their artistic foundations while becoming more independent, expressive, and technically confident. Through dance, theatre, music, and creative arts, students refine their skills, collaborate with others, solve creative challenges, and begin developing their own artistic voice in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Dance
Students build coordination, musicality, body awareness, and confidence while exploring ballet, jazz, modern, tap, hip hop, and acro through age-appropriate technique, creative movement, and performance experiences.
Theatre
Students develop imagination, storytelling, collaboration, and stage confidence through theatre games, improvisation, character work, movement, voice, and introductory performance techniques.
Creative Arts
Students experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, design, and collaborative projects while strengthening creativity, problem-solving, observation, and artistic expression.
Music
Private lessons nurture musicianship through individualized instruction in voice and a variety of instruments. Students build technical skills, musical expression, performance confidence, and music literacy at their own pace.
2026–2027 Classes
Foundations of Dance 1
(Ballet w/Modern & Jazz)
Mondays 4:00–5:00p
Creative Arts 1
Mondays 5:00-6:00p
Tap Dance 1
Thursdays 4:00-5:00p
Theatre 1
Thursdays 5:00-6:00p
Hip Hop / Acro 1
Thursdays 6:00-7:00p
Music Lessons
Private lessons in voice, piano, bass, guitar, and ukelele
At this stage, students are developing:
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Confidence through artistic expression
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Coordination and body awareness
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Collaboration and communication
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Creative problem-solving
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Foundational technical skills
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Curiosity and creative independence
Ready for More? Explore Conservatory Programs
Students who are ready for a more immersive arts education experience may explore
The Complex Conservatory Program,
where cohort-based learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and expanded performance opportunities support deeper artistic growth.
Students Perform
Throughout the year, Curious Creators celebrate their learning through:
• Spring Dance Performance • Theatre Performance • Music Concert • Student Art Exhibitions
These performances are designed to celebrate growth, creativity, and artistic development while providing age-appropriate opportunities to share work with family and friends.
Additional Performance Opportunities
Curious Creators may also audition for select theatrical productions and special performance projects when age appropriate. These opportunities are optional and designed for students who are interested in exploring additional performance experiences.
Current Opportunity:
Trolls Jr The Musical - ages 7-18: November 2026
Classes begin September 14th - NOW ENROLLING
Season
September 2026 - June 2027
Enrollment Continues until Full
Students enroll for the full season (prorated if beginning late) unless class is otherwise noted.
Tuition rates are for all genres of Art Classes. Students may enroll in multiple genres for the tuition price listed.
Tuition
45 Minute Class - $77 per month
1 Hour Class - $82 per month
2 Hours per week - $155 per month
3 Hours per week - $200 per month
4 Hours per week - $235 per month
5 Hours per week - $275 per month
6 Hours per week - $290 per month
Unlimited Hours per week - $320 per month
Private Music - $40 per 30 minute lesson
Scholarships Available - Email The Complex to learn more
