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BROADWAY PREP
NEW FOR 2025!
Shorter classes, gentler separations, and room for our newly 2-year-old friends!
PRESCHOOL PREP INSPIRED BY BROADWAY
Starting to think about preschool or looking for meaningful ways your little one can connect with other children their age? Then Broadway Prep is for you!
Developed by a professional performer turned child development specialist, Broadway Prep combines the creativity and energy of our Broadway & Me classes with a play-based curriculum that gives children the opportunity to learn through messy art projects, sensory play adventures, and child lead explorations. Designed specifically for children ages 2-3 years old, Prep provides a fun and supportive environment where little ones (and their parents) can adapt to being on their own in "big kid" class at their own pace.
Each week children will be introduced to the world of a new Broadway Musical and at the end of each week, parents will be provided with pictures from class as well as a Weekly Report sharing information about the week’s activities.
*Ready for a longer class? Join our extended mornings on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Firdays from 9:00am - 12:00pm!
GENTLE SEPARATION
Broadway Prep is a GENTLE SEPARATION CLASS. While the goal is drop-off, we understand that for many children, this will be their first separation experience. Parents will be allowed to stay in class with their child for as long as necessary and Prep teachers will work with parents to create a drop-off routine for each child that ensures both kiddos and their parents are comfortable.
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Parents and caregivers whose children feel comfortable being dropped off are welcome to stay at Soul City and hang out while classes are taking place but it is not required. There are plenty of comfy couches, tables where you can work remotely, and free wifi!
Stages is committed to making our quality arts integrated early learning experiences available and affordable for all families.
For information about tuition assistance and free classes, please visit our Tuition Assistance Page
Prep is offered Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday, 9:30am - 11:30am
Classes take place at Soul City Church (1150 W Adams St. Chicago 60607)
Winter Semester Dates:
Session 1: February 3 - March 21
Spring Session Dates:
Session 1: March 31 - May 2
Session 2: May 5 - June 6
Pricing:
One Day (Session Rate): $50/class
Multi-Day Discount (Session Rate): 10% off additional days
Drop-In Class: $60/class
Broadway Prep Frequently Asked Questions:
General Policies:
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Students are NOT required to be potty trained.
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Diapers/pull-ups will not be changed unless a child poops or their diaper/pull-up is noticeably full.
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Student will be asked to sit on the potty and "try" during classroom bathroom breaks.
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Snacks will be provided. If your child has any allergies or dietary restrictions, please make sure to include this information on the enrollment forms that will be sent to you prior to the start of the semester.
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Families are responsible for sending their child to class with a backpack, water bottle, and change of clothes everyday.
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If a child is sick, they must be fever and symptom free for 24hs prior to returning to class.
MEET THE TEACHERS
Deanna Nutt
Deanna brings a unique blend of experience and expertise to the world of early education. Eight years of experience in daycare, preschool, and camp settings, have helped her hone her skills in creating engaging and educational experiences for young minds.
Deanna is a proud graduate of Virginia Tech, where she studied theater performance and education, graduating cum laude.
At Stages Chicago, Deanna is committed to fostering creativity and self-expression while instilling a love for learning and the arts.
Miranda Hunter
Miranda discovered her passion for working with young children in high school when she became a counselor in training at a Nashville theater camp. Since that time, Miranda has worked with young children in variety of formal and informal learning environments including several early learning centers. Outside of the classroom, Miranda works as a local comedian and playwright and was named the "Best Playwright of 2023" by the Chicago Reader. Miranda holds a Bachelor's Degree in Comedy Writing & Performance from Columbia College.
