by Spotlight Kids NY
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Spotlight Kids' newer Upper West Side studio near Lincoln Center runs weekly musical theater classes grouped by age, from Fairytales for 3.5-5 year olds to a Grease-themed class for ages 8 and up. Each class performs its show in the spring.
| Monday | 3 PM – 3:40 PM |
| Tuesday | 3 PM – 3:40 PM |
| Wednesday | — |
| Thursday | 3 PM – 3:40 PM |
| Friday | 3:30 PM – 4:10 PM |
| Saturday | — |
| Sunday | — |
Listed times are the preschool Fairytales class; older classes run 3:45-7pm; spring shows May 10-23, 2027
Winter/spring semester $1,300-$1,450
Meets Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 3–14. Younger siblings may be welcome; check with the provider.
Winter/spring semester $1,300-$1,450
Monday: 3 PM–3:40 PM · Tuesday: 3 PM–3:40 PM · Thursday: 3 PM–3:40 PM · Friday: 3:30 PM–4:10 PM. Listed times are the preschool Fairytales class; older classes run 3:45-7pm; spring shows May 10-23, 2027
3 W 65th Street, Basement, 10023, in Lincoln Square, Manhattan.
Yes. Spotlight Kids NY is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Spotlight Kids NY: spotlightkidsny.com, or call (917) 765-6575.
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