ACTING FOR KIDS

Fun, inspiring, and packed with creativity!

Our kids’ acting classes in Jacksonville, FL are designed for ages 7–13 and all experience levels. Many families join simply to help their child build confidence. Acting skills are just the bonus.

Shy children are especially welcome. No experience needed.

Saturdays, June 6 – June 27
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
5 spots remaining

👉 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Spots are limited and sessions often sell out *


🎭 Acting Classes for Kids in Jacksonville, FL

Ages 7–13 | Beginner & All Experience Levels


Fun, inspiring, and packed with creativity!

Our kids’ acting classes and camps in Jacksonville, FL are designed for ages 7–13 and all experience levels, whether your child is brand new or already loves performing.

Many families join simply to help their child build confidence. Acting skills are just the bonus.
Shy children are especially welcome. Many of our most confident students started quietly observing before finding their voice.

Through engaging acting exercises, theatre games, and on-camera film projects, students build confidence, make friends, strengthen communication skills, and explore creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Each class is a fun-filled adventure where kids grow both on and off the stage while learning the magic of acting.


📅 Upcoming Classes & Camps

Spots are limited and often sell out quickly. Reserve your spot today! 

4-Week Saturday Class | $169

Dates: Saturdays, June 6 – June 27 (4-week session)
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Spots Remaining: 5
Includes:

  • All 4 classes
  • Materials
  • Video copies of film projects
  • Snacks + drinks during break
  • Graduation certificate

 

👉 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


Recent Classes (Sold Out)

  • Saturdays, 5/2 – 5/23
  • Saturdays, 3/28 – 4/18
  • Saturdays, 2/21 – 3/14

1-Day Film Camp | $99

Next Camp: TBA

Text us at 904-323-2471 to be first to know!

Includes:

  • Full-day camp experience
  • Materials
  • Video copy of camp film
  • Snacks + drinks
  • Pizza party
  • Graduation certificate

✨ What We Do in Class

Students will explore:

  • Acting exercises & theatre games
  • Script work & scene performance
  • Character creation
  • Improvisation
  • On-camera film projects

…and so much more!


💜 Why Parents Love It

Our classes are:

  • Beginner-friendly
  • No experience needed
  • Supportive & encouraging
  • Confidence & self-esteem building
  • A safe space for kids to express themselves
  • Fun, interactive, & great exercise

 

Acting helps children build confidence, communication skills, emotional intelligence, creativity, focus, and teamwork — skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

For many families, acting also provides a fun, active alternative to excessive screen time and video games by encouraging real-world socializing, creativity, movement, self-expression, and collaboration in a supportive environment.


🎭 Why Acting?

Acting offers so much more than performance. It helps kids grow into confident, creative, and expressive individuals.

Through fun, engaging activities, students develop communication skills, emotional intelligence, focus, teamwork, independence, and self-expression — all while making friends and having a blast.


Parent Experience

Parents are welcome to relax in our cozy studio lobby and movie/snack room during class, or drop off and return at pickup — whichever works best for your schedule.

Many families tell us this quickly becomes the highlight of their child’s week.


👩‍🏫 Taught Pro Instructors

Led by professional acting coach and casting director Rebecca, along with instructors Frances and Daran, our classes focus on both artistic growth and real-world confidence skills.

Our team creates a supportive environment where children feel safe to explore, take creative risks, and grow.


🎬 Meet Your Lead Instructor

Instructor Rebecca is an award-winning actress, acting coach, producer, and casting director with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry.

She has worked on over 160 productions, including television roles in Burn Notice, Graceland, and Raising Dion, and has helped coach and mentor thousands of students through Creative Veins Performing Arts.

Rebecca has been recognized as:

  • Best Teacher by Lessons.com (8 years)

  • Distinguished Teacher Award recipient

  • Founder of multiple film festivals and live productions across Florida

  • Trusted Partner who regularly leads workshops with national organizations like Mayo Clinic and Wounded Warrior 

Her teaching style focuses on building confidence, creativity, communication skills, and helping every student feel safe, supported, and encouraged.

 


🎥 See Our Studio & Work

👉 View Studio Tour
👉 See Students in Action
👉 Watch a Film Project


🎬 Meet Your Instructors

Learn more about our instructors’ professional work and experience:

👉 Rebecca Thompson | Bio + IMDb
👉 Daran Hollie | Bio
👉 Frances Rivera Pacheco | Bio


💬 Hear from Parents

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“Our daughter absolutely loves Creative Veins! She made new friends, built confidence, and couldn’t wait to show us everything she learned.”
— Sarah M., Parent of Kids Camp Student

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“My son was a little shy at first, but within minutes he came out of his shell. Now it’s what he looks forward to every week.”
— Terrence L., Parent of Acting for Kids Student

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“The instructors are encouraging, the space is welcoming, and the confidence growth has been incredible.”
— Jasmine T., Parent of Day Camp Attendee

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“My child has tried a lot of activities, and this is the first one they truly stuck with.”
— Amanda R., Parent

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“You can tell the instructors genuinely care about each student. My child feels safe, supported, and excited to go every single week.”
— Michael S., Parent

👉 Read more parent reviews here


📍 Location

Creative Veins Performing Arts
1800 Atlantic Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32207

Free parking available in our lot and surrounding streets.


❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do kids need prior experience?

Not at all! Our classes are beginner-friendly and designed to be fun, supportive, and pressure-free. Many students are trying acting for the very first time.

What should my child bring?

Just themselves! We provide everything needed, including all materials, snacks, and drinks during break. Just come ready to have fun.

What if my child misses a class?

No worries at all. We provide helpful recaps and offer flexible make-up options so students can stay on track and feel confident.

Are shy kids okay?

Absolutely. Shy children are especially welcome. Many of our most confident students started out quietly observing before finding their voice in a safe, encouraging environment.

My child is a little younger. Can they still join?

Yes! The 7–13 age range is a general guideline to help the group run smoothly. If your child can follow instructions, work well with others, and read (even with a little help), they’re absolutely welcome. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help you decide.


📞 Let’s Chat

Have questions? We’re truly happy to help!

📱 Call or text: 904-323-2471
🌐 CreativeVeins.com

Acting helps children develop confidence, communication skills, emotional intelligence, creativity, and focus. These are skills that extend far beyond the classroom. and especially helpful if you’re looking for less screen time and video games and more socializing and exercise!


Discover the exciting world of acting with our Acting for Kids program! Geared toward children aged 7-13, our sessions, workshops, and camps offer a perfect blend of fun and formal training. No prior experience is needed! These engaging sessions are not only informative but also challenging and confidence-boosting. Our 4-week sessions run throughout the year, meeting two hours a week for a total of four class meetings. For more immersive experiences, check out our 1-Day Film Camps or our weeklong Summer Cinema and Acting Camps. We cover drama principles, script analysis, character and scene work, auditioning, on-camera filming, and more through acting exercises, theater games, improv, and proven acting techniques. Whether your child is a newbie, hobbyist, or aspiring professional, we’re here to help them achieve their acting goals!

4-WEEK SESSIONS

4-WEEK SESSIONS

Meets: Once a week for 2 hours x 4 weeks
Cost: 169

DETAILS

Our exciting and supportive sessions meet once a week for two hours for a total of four weeks. It truly is where fun meets artistic growth! Here, we’ll go beyond the joy of acting to also focus on understanding the essential tools of actors—our voice, imagination, brain, and body movement. With a spotlight on acting exercises, creating characters, script analysis, and on-camera work, our curriculum is not just about having a blast but aims to enhance communication skills, confidence, problem-solving, clearly articulating ideas and thoughts, and emotional intelligence. Acting is a delightful journey but also an artistic discipline akin to the dedication required for music, singing, or dance. We believe in the power of deliberate practice and effort. As the session unfolds, your child can showcase their newfound skills in a taped mock audition performance, and you’ll receive a keepsake copy! Completing the session comes with its own reward—a well-deserved graduation certificate.

WE’LL COVER

  1. using our imagination
  2. developing characters
  3. bringing stories to life
  4. working as a cohesive ensemble
  5. script reading and analysis
  6. effective rehearsal techniques
  7. acting technique work
  8. audition preparation
  9. on-camera work & MORE!
1-DAY CAMPS

1-DAY WORKSHOPS

Meets: Once
Cost: 99

DETAILS

Our exciting and supportive workshops meet for one full day of acting and movie-making magic! With a spotlight on collaboration and working as a cohesive ensemble, we’ll spend the day creating and writing a short film script, assigning speaking roles to all, rehearsing, costuming, AND filming our movie! Your child will be able to showcase their skills, and you’ll receive a keepsake copy! Additionally, they’ll receive a well-deserved workshop graduation certificate.

WE’LL COVER

  1. using our imagination
  2. developing characters
  3. bringing a story to life
  4. working as a cohesive ensemble
  5. script reading and analysis
  6. rehearsing & costuming
  7. filming our one-of-a-kind movie
WHAT'S INCLUDED

In our 4-Week Session, you’ll receive four 2-hour classes PLUS everything below.
In our 1-Day Workshop, you’ll receive one full-day class PLUS everything below.

  • All Curriculum Materials
  • Video Copy of our Class Project or Film
  • Graduation Certificate
  • Access to Student-Only Resources
  • Invitation to join private CV Casting Page
  • 24/7 access to instructors via private studio email
  • Break-time drinks & sneaks or meals
WHY CHOOSE US?

Creative Veins is where art meets excellence! We are an award-winning performing arts studio that caters to students of all ages and experience levels, offering classes in acting, improv, stand-up, and screenwriting. Our instructors are professional, agency-represented artists, excelling both locally and regionally in film, theater, commercials, TV, and live productions in cities like Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Nashville, and Knoxville. Additionally, many of our instructors are multi-talented, with expertise spanning acting, music, singing, dance, improv, and more! From newcomers to hobbyists to those aspiring to become industry professionals, our diverse student community spans a broad spectrum of goals. We’re excited to help students achieve their unique aspirations at Creative Veins. Being actively engaged and experienced in the industry, our instructors are your ultimate source of the most accurate and up-to-date information in this field! Join us, and let’s unleash your creative potential together!

At Creative Veins, the essence lies in guiding students to discover a process that fosters confidence and depth and leads to ultimate success in all their creative pursuits. Our commitment is to impart value, assisting each student in building skills and achieving their goals, no matter the scale. What sets us apart is our belief that training goes beyond the once-a-week class – it’s a continuous journey! We offer an array of opportunities for students to consistently grow and refine their craft, including:

  • Weekly studio meetups
  • Professional development lectures
  • Student resource pages
  • 24/7 access to instructors
  • Insightful industry guest speakers
  • Showcasing talent through actor and improviser showcases
  • Volunteering on-set opportunities
  • Public and student talent shows
  • Engaging in ongoing studio projects
  • Access to an invite-only studio casting page
  • Monthly progress reports
  • Professional taping services
  • Audition assistance and preparation
  • Coaching for art school submissions (Douglas Anderson & LaVilla)
  • Private lessons
  • Technique workouts
  • Guidance on headshots and resumes
  • Reviewing agency application submissions
  • Monthly workshops with industry professionals, including actors, coaches, agents, and casting directors (many from the Atlanta market)
  • Participation in studio productions such as short films, live shows, and other media.

We take pride in our esteemed reputation within the performing arts community, leveraging it to empower our students to succeed in the Southeast Region, spanning North Florida, Orlando, Atlanta, and beyond!

DOES MY CHILD NEED EXPERIENCE?

Not at all. Most students have no prior or formal acting training when they start classes! Join us on this exciting journey of artistic growth and discovery for your child!

IS ONE CLASS/WORKSHOP ENOUGH?

It all depends on your child’s goals with acting. If they’re exploring acting as a fun extracurricular and decide to move on after the session, no problem! Kids have diverse interests, and we encourage them to explore what they love most.

However, if acting is more than just a fun activity for them, and they’re serious about building skills, auditioning, and getting paid bookings, we recommend taking more than one class. Our classes continually evolve with similar warm-ups and new exercises, allowing students to build on their learning. We introduce concepts based on readiness, and each session includes a new mock audition assignment.

Acting for Kids classes are ongoing, akin to music or dance lessons. More practice often leads to greater skill in the long run. For those aiming to audition, get paid bookings, and eventually secure agency representation in the Southeast region, we generally find that 3-4 sessions are needed to start auditioning and 4-6 sessions to submit to a reputable talent agent. However, the instructors can provide more personalized feedback on this and assess their readiness.

MY CHILD IS A MATURE 6, CAN THEY ATTEND?

Yes! The 7–13 age range is a general guideline to help the group run smoothly. If your child can follow instructions, work well with others, and read (even with a little help), they’re absolutely welcome. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help you decide.

WHAT IF MY CHILD DOESN'T LIKE IT?

Absolutely! If it turns out that acting classes aren’t your child’s cup of tea, no worries at all! We value genuine interest and believe in finding what truly excites each student. Forcing participation isn’t our style; we want everyone to be here because they want to be. If, for any reason, a student is continuously disruptive, which is quite rare, we may need to withdraw them from the class to ensure a cohesive learning environment. Rest assured, we’ll promptly make arrangements to reimburse you for any remaining classes. Your child’s comfort and enjoyment are our top priorities!

ARE THOSE DISNEY CASTING EVENTS LEGIT?

In short, no.

One of the most common scams we encounter involves casting director/audition/agent schemes. You may have seen these ads on social media or heard commercials promoting them on the radio. They typically go something like this:

“Nickelodeon/Disney/Netflix casting directors/agents want to meet you! This Saturday at the Hyatt Regency/Ramada Inn Hotel and Conference Center/The Avenues Mall, come audition for a chance to be selected to work on major Nickelodeon/Disney/Netflix shows like Tooned In, Big Shot, and Stranger Things!”

Unfortunately, reputable casting directors or agents don’t travel to malls or hotels in unfamiliar cities to meet children with no acting experience or training. That’s simply not how the industry operates.

What usually happens at these “auditions”? They have your child perform a short scene or monologue in front of strangers claiming to be “in the business.” Afterward, they’ll praise your child’s performance and invite them to the “next round.” Finally, they’ll present you with a glossy brochure and ask you to pay for a package that supposedly includes everything your child needs to get started. These packages often start at $1200.00 and can go up to over $10,000.00, preying on those unfamiliar with the industry by promising fame, Hollywood living, and acting dreams coming true.

Here’s the reality: acting is like ANY OTHER JOB. You learn a skill (through classes with a legitimate school or studio), audition for a role (the job), and get paid for that role (the work you do). The ONLY things an actor will ever pay for are learning the job, headshots (eventually), and maybe gas to get to set. You don’t pay to be considered for a job. You don’t pay to meet casting directors, agents, or anyone else hiring. That’s like paying McDonald’s to interview for a cashier position. Don’t fall for these scams! If you come across something and are unsure, please ask us! We’re here to help and be a resource for parents and students – always!

ATTENDANCE

Life happens and we understand that sometimes a class must be missed. Don’t worry – we’ll make sure to catch your child up before the next class! Missed classes can be easily made up in any future session, and there’s no expiration on make-up dates. Their learning journey is our top priority!

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?

Check out our F.A.Q. page or contact us at [email protected] or by phone/text at 904-323-2471!

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