Year-Round · Midtown Manhattan

Weekly
Classes

Ages 8–18

Wednesdays & Fridays

Coming Soon

Fall 2026 classes will be posted here soon.

Summer Conservatory →
Spring · Enrollment Closed

Spring Classes

See Summer →

Ages 12–18

Improv Fledglings

Fridays 3:30–5:30pm · Leo Lion

An ensemble for teen performers — scenes, games, and long-form formats every week. No experience needed. Students develop original shows and perform at NYC festivals.

When: Fridays, 3:30–5:30pm

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Ages 8–12

Playmakers Studio

Wednesdays 3:30–5:30pm · Izzy Pflanz

A welcoming introduction to theater for younger students — using movement, mime, and improv to build characters, create worlds, and tell stories without a script.

When: Wednesdays, 3:30–5:30pm

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Ages 12+

Shakespeare Studio

Wednesdays 3:30–5:30pm · Josh Brelsford

Scene work, monologues, and text study through Shakespeare — figuring out what the language actually means and making it land. The semester builds toward a group sharing.

When: Wednesdays, 3:30–5:30pm

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All classes at 134 West 29th St, 2nd Floor, NYC. Contact youth@firebird.nyc for current enrollment and pricing.

From Our Students

What Students Say

“Since working with Firebird my confidence on and offstage has improved greatly.”

David · Firebird Alumn

“At Firebird, my voice mattered!”

Max · Firebird Alumn

“I made so many friends, and I was able to do so much that I never thought I’d be able to do. It’s what taught me how to act!”

Sasha · Firebird Alumn

One-on-One

Private Coaching

Individual sessions with Firebird directors and instructors — scene study, monologue prep, audition technique, and college portfolio. In-person or virtual.

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What We Cover

  • Scene study & character development
  • Monologue prep & audition technique
  • Voice, breath & physical presence
  • College audition portfolio
  • Playwriting & creative development
This Summer

Summer Conservatory 2026

Seven weeks of intensive training. June 29 – August 13. Pick the weeks that work, or do the whole summer. Ages 12–18.