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Half-Day Hangout (May 13)

NAPA Studio

5/13

$30/$35

Club NAPA Karaoke

NAPA Studio

5/15

$20

Legally Blonde Jr.

MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus

6/13-6/14

$16/$11

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 CORPORATE SPONSORS!
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS

July 6-18, 2026

Youth Vacation Program: K-8th

Into the Woods Jr.

Be careful what you wish for as this cockeyed fairytale comes to life. Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables.


Rehearsals are everyday from 9AM-4PM. Performances will be Friday, July 17 at 7PM and Saturday, July 18 at 1PM. 

July 20-24, 2026

Youth Vacation Program: K-6th

Action & Laughter Lab (Arts Education & Enrichment: Session 1)

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, movement, and fun!
At NAPA’s Summer Arts Education & Enrichment Program, students will explore the performing arts through a variety of themed activities inspired by different musicals, musicians, and artists. Each week offers a fresh and exciting mix of musical, theatrical, and physical arts designed to spark imagination and build confidence.


Come join us for a summer of laughter, friendship, and the arts!

July 27-31, 2026

Youth Vacation Program: K-6th

Commercial Makers Studio (Arts Education & Enrichment: Session 2)

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, movement, and fun!
At NAPA’s Summer Arts Education & Enrichment Program, students will explore the performing arts through a variety of themed activities inspired by different musicals, musicians, and artists. Each week offers a fresh and exciting mix of musical, theatrical, and physical arts designed to spark imagination and build confidence.


Come join us for a summer of laughter, friendship, and the arts!

August 3-15, 2026

Youth Vacation Program: K-8th

Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime.


Rehearsals are everyday from 9AM-4PM. Performances will be Friday, August 14 at 7PM and Saturday, August 15 at 1PM. 


August 17-21, 2026

Youth Vacation Program: K-6th

Puppet Stagecraft & Storytelling (Arts Education & Enrichment: Session 3)

Get ready for a summer full of creativity, movement, and fun!
At NAPA’s Summer Arts Education & Enrichment Program, students will explore the performing arts through a variety of themed activities inspired by different musicals, musicians, and artists. Each week offers a fresh and exciting mix of musical, theatrical, and physical arts designed to spark imagination and build confidence.


Come join us for a summer of laughter, friendship, and the arts!

September - November 2026

Introductory Youth Program: K - 5th Grade

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Jr.

A magical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved story, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR. follows Charlie Bucket as he wins a golden ticket and journeys through Willy Wonka’s extraordinary chocolate factory. Filled with catchy songs, colorful characters, and sweet surprises around every corner, this introductory-level production offers young performers a fun and supportive opportunity to grow their skills and shine on stage.


Rehearsals are Thursdays and Fridays from 4:15PM-6:15PM at NAPA's Studio (3 Terrane Ave) in Natick, MA. Performances will be the weekend of November 20–21, 2026, at the MassBay Community College in Wellesley.

September 2026 - Early December 2026 (Tuition will be prorated for registrations after 9/2/2025)

Youth Program: 4th-9th

NAPA Company

🎤 Join NAPA’s voice and dance troupe, NAPA Company – Where Talent Takes Center Stage! 🎭


NAPA Company meets Wednesdays from September - Early December 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM at NAPA's Studio, in Natick, MA. Full rehearsal and showcase dates will be released as soon as the Natick schools release their production dates so that we can avoid conflicts.


*Tuition will be prorated for registrations that occur after the first rehearsal (September 2).

September 2026 - January 2027

Stage Ready Youth Program: 5th - 9th

Guys and Dolls Jr.

Roll the dice and join the fun with Guys and Dolls JR., a lively Broadway classic filled with memorable characters, catchy songs, and big-hearted storytelling. Designed for performers in grades 5–8, this Stage Ready production offers a dynamic and supportive environment to grow skills in acting, singing, and dance. This season also features a special intergenerational collaboration with residents from Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, culminating in a unique shared performance you won’t want to miss! 🎲


Rehearsals are Mondays & Tuesdays from 4:15PM-6:15PM at NAPA's Studio (3 Terrane Ave) in Natick, MA. Performances will be the weekend of January 8-10, 2027, at the MassBay Community College in Wellesley.

September 2026 - January 2027 (Multi-Week Program)

Elite Youth Program: 8th - 12th

Grease the Musical

Step into the world of Rydell High with NAPA’s Elite production of Grease! This full-scale (non-school edition) musical brings the iconic story of Danny, Sandy, the Pink Ladies, and the T-Birds to life with high-energy dance numbers and unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll hits. Open to performers in grades 8–12, this audition-based program welcomes students from Natick and surrounding communities to take part in an exciting, advanced theatrical experience.


Rehearsals will be held Sundays and Wednesdays from 7:00–9:00 PM, with four (4) performances the weekend of January 29–31, 2027.

Programs
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Youth Theatre

Programs

Our ensemble classes, which focus on acting, musicals, and movement, are designed to highlight performance strengths, develop new skills, and craft stage presence for youth and teens in a positive environment. Ages 8-18

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Voice Lesson

Programs

In voice lessons, some of our goals will be to improve vocal technique, expand your child’s vocal range, learn how to sing healthily, learn new techniques, and overall grow their voice.

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Your non-profit donation is important! Our vision is to nurture talent and create a welcoming creative space for Natick and it's surrounding communities. Let's make it happen, together!

TICKETS AVAILABLE!

Newsies Jr.

Bring the whole family to enjoy this popular 1992 broadway musical  featuring a spunky newspaper hawker who rallies newsies across the city to stick up for themselves.
August 12th at 7PM

and August 13th at 1PM

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Partner with us.

Do you have performance experience in theater, voice, or dance?
Are you an excellent teacher who can pivot between adult and youth classes?
Let us know how you can add to our educational programming.

In the Spotlight!

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Natick Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) is a non-profit focusing on beginner to intermediate acting and singing for adults and children. Through musicals, acting workshops, voice exercises, and movement, NAPA caters to individual strengths to spotlight each performer's talents and stretch potential.

"The stage offers a transformational gift. It enhances,

opens your mind, embraces and even dares you.

Every performer should have an opportunity to be

on the receiving end of that. The stage truly belongs to you!" 

- Natick Academy of Performing Arts

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©2023 The Holly Chin Natick Academy of Performing Arts (EIN # 88-4242901

Rehearsal & Performance Studio:

1st Floor

Whitney Place at Salmon Health

3 Vision Drive, Natick, MA 01760

Set & Costume Design Workshop

30 North Main Street, Natick

Mailing Address:

7 Terrane Ave, Natick, MA 01760

Questions? Email.

Call. ‪(508) 656-0456‬

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