Early Childhood

My First Imagination Stage is our Early Childhood program that focuses on children aged 1-5, providing fun and developmentally exciting experiences through classes and live performances. Play is serious fun for the very young.

Classes

You And Me (Ages 1–3) Be the flower while your child becomes the butterfly. These caregiver and child classes use props and materials to stimulate the senses and promote your child's development of social and motor skills.

My Friends And Me (Ages 3–5) Let's explore a story! Older children are ready to play together, develop new relationships and enter the world of make-believe. Through the use of music, movement and dramatic play, these classes ignite your child's imagination while flexing his or her problem-solving, language, and physical skills.

Sunday Fun-Day– Single-session workshops for ages 1–5
Rotating lessons engage multi-sensory play,while introducing your child to new teachers and friends each week. Each workshop is themed around a popular children’s book. Register early and get your whole playgroup in on the fun! Schedule Varies - $10 per person, Register Online or call the Box Office at 301-280-1660

Shows

The My First Imagination Stage theatre series offers intimate, interactive performances designed for the very young in our Reeve Theatre. In addition, some of our Lerner Theatre season is appropriate for this age group. Tickets are on sale online, or at our Box Office (301-280-1660).

EXTENDED 1-WEEK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Mouse on the Move January 4-February 12
This production is generously supported by Lauren and Brian Lang

Nellie and Amelia are two adventurous mice ready to explore the world beyond their little mouse-hole. They decide to go to the moon, since it is cat-free and made entirely of delicious, mouth-watering cheese. In this world premiere interactive play, there are many opportunities for audience participation. Join us as we all try to reach beyond the stars. Ages 1-5. >>Tickets Watch a Video Preview!

Return of an Imagination Stage favorite:
Aquarium February 28-April 8
With gentle music, beautiful puppets, and props, Jack and Calypso lead children and caregivers to a magical, interactive world where giant jellyfish fly through the air, sheep graze in the grass, and lemons create the sun in a "let's pretend" sky. Ages 1-5.  >>Tickets
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Return of an Imagination Stage favorite:
Wake Up, Brother Bear! July 7-29
Watch as Brotherand Sister Bear experience a full year of glorious seasons. Together we see a waterfall melt, meet a butterfly, chase an elusive fish, and skate on an icy pond. Children are invited to join the action with a small bag of props that help create magical moments. Ages 1-5
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