9 upcoming · 2 local studios
Nine theater listings in Jersey City run across two venues, with most programming clustered at Next Step Broadway on weekdays. Sessions there span ages 4 through 18, from Musical Theatre / Acting 1 on Mondays to a Thursday Production Rehearsal open to ages 5 to 18. The Jersey City Free Public Library adds a free Youth Chess Club for ages 6 to 11. All upcoming sessions are listed below.
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Mon, Sep 14 · 4:00 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Age 4 as of 10/01/26) This class combines both styles and performers get a half hour of each Singing & Acting. All combo classes will perform in the year-end recital in June. · Instructor: Tylan Glover · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $197 (monthly) · Meets 41 times this term.
FREEMon, Sep 14 · 4:00 PM
Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City
The Youth Chess Club provides a welcoming and engaging space for teens to enjoy friendly games, improve their chess skills, and explore new strategies. Open to all skill levels, (Ages 8+) the club fosters a supportive community where participants can develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic skills while having fun and making new friends.
theaterMon, Sep 14 · 5:15 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Age 6 as of 10/01/26) This class combines both styles and performers get a half hour of each Singing & Acting. All combo classes will perform in the year-end recital in June. · Instructor: Tylan Glover · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $197 (monthly) · Meets 41 times this term.
theaterTue, Sep 15 · 5:30 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Ages 8 & 9 as of 10/01/26) Students in this class will learn to create characters that the audience believe to be real. Acting 2 bridges the gap between using your imagination and fully embodying the character. Between scenes, monologues, and improvisation, our actors build on all of the skills taken from Acting 1 to be able to take the stage with confidence. This class will perform in the year-end recital in June. · Instructor: Liane Zielinski · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $197 (monthly) · Meets 42 times this term.
theaterTue, Sep 15 · 6:30 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Ages 8 & 9 as of 10/01/26) Performers in this class will improve the skills learned in MT 1 to take a song from the page to the stage! With a strong focus on singing, dancing, and ensemble work, Musical Theatre 2 is the class to build the tools a theatre performer needs. This class will perform in the year-end recital in June. · Instructor: Tylan Glover, Jessica Del Rio · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $197 (monthly) · Meets 42 times this term.
theaterWed, Sep 16 · 5:45 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Ages 5, 6, 7 as of 10/01/26) Students in this class will learn to create characters that the audience believe to be real. Acting 1 bridges the gap between using your imagination and fully embodying the character. Between scenes, monologues, and improvisation, our actors learn all of the skills to take the stage with confidence. This class will perform in the year-end recital in June. · Instructor: Liane Zielinski · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $158 (monthly) · Meets 42 times this term.
theaterThu, Sep 17 · 6:45 PM
Next Step Broadway · Jersey City
(Ages 5+ as of 10/01/26) *This class meets on both THURSDAY @ 6:45pm-7:45pm & SATURDAY 1:30pm-3:30pmLights up! It’s Showtime! This is where our performers will rehearse for the winter and spring full-show productions! We will be producing a winter play and spring musical. Auditions will be held within the class. Keep a close eye out for our show announcements! · Instructor: Tylan Glover, Liane Zielinski, Jessica Del Rio · Session: 2026-2027 · Tuition: $250 (monthly) · Meets 42 times this term.
FREEMon, Sep 21 · 4:00 PM
Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City
The Youth Chess Club provides a welcoming and engaging space for teens to enjoy friendly games, improve their chess skills, and explore new strategies. Open to all skill levels, (Ages 8+) the club fosters a supportive community where participants can develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic skills while having fun and making new friends.
FREEMon, Sep 28 · 4:00 PM
Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City
The Youth Chess Club provides a welcoming and engaging space for teens to enjoy friendly games, improve their chess skills, and explore new strategies. Open to all skill levels, (Ages 8+) the club fosters a supportive community where participants can develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic skills while having fun and making new friends.
Most theater classes in Jersey City run for ages 3 years through 12 years (and teen classes for some studios). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
Prices in Jersey City range from about $30 through $65 per class; semester packages are typical. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Most studio-run theater classes require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park theater programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.