
How Do You Measure a Year in the Life of
Rosie's Theater Kids?

Why Arts
Education?
“We're passionate about growing kids’ skills for a bright future – building self-confidence, discipline,
and poise that will serve them well in whatever their chosen careers may be.”
– Valerie Norton; Secretary, RTKids Board of Directors
Our Core Programs
Phase I
ACTE I
(PS BROADWAY)
THE GOAL: TO IGNITE
The foundation of the RTKids’ core programs, this 15-week in-school initiative is designed to introduce students to American musical theater.
Phase II
ACTE II
(LOWER SCHOOL)
THE GOAL: TO IMMERSE
ACTE II (A Commitment to Excellence) is RTKids’ effort-based, pre-professional program for outstanding graduates of PS Broadway. From 6th to 8th grade, students are immersed in rigorous training in voice, dance and drama, after-school and in the summer.
Phase II
ACTE III
(UPPER SCHOOL)
THE GOAL: TO INVEST
Students who have committed to excellence move on to ACTE II Upper School, where they are offered intensive arts training, tutoring, mentoring, social services and test preparation throughout their high school years.
SOME OF OUR GRADUATES
“WE’RE REHEARSING FOR LIFE.”
Most theater programs prepare kids to be actors, dancers, or singers. RTKids prefers to do it all. Through a range of in-school programs and programs at Maravel Arts Center, our dedicated staff provides a thorough, well-rounded theater education. But, that’s not all! We also emphasize the larger TRIPLE THREAT of academics, nutrition, and art. With all these skills under our kids’ belts, we ensure they’re ready for success. Help us achieve our goals…