Center Stage Dramatics is more than a theatre class—it’s a space where creativity, collaboration, and confidence take center stage. Designed for students ages 7 to 13, our 8-week course invites young performers to explore the art of theatre through storytelling, imaginative play, and hands-on activities.
Led by experienced instructors who value both discipline and delight, the curriculum blends foundational skills with dynamic learning experiences.
Our Approach
We believe theatre education should be:
- Playful and imaginative — sparking curiosity and creativity
- Structured and supportive — giving students tools to grow with confidence
- Holistic — blending acting, movement, music, and storytelling
- Empowering — helping young performers take risks, collaborate, and shine
Each week builds upon the last, encouraging students to take creative risks, support their peers, and discover the joy of bringing stories to life on stage. Whether your child dreams of Broadway or simply wants to try something new, Center Stage Dramatics offers a welcoming and structured introduction to the performing arts.
📣 Registration is now open!
- Schedule: Fridays, 4:00–6:30 PM
- Dates: March 27 – May 22
- (No class on April 10)
- Location: Glenloch Recreation Center, 601 Stevens Entry, Peachtree City, GA 30269
- Registration Opens: Now
As in all classes, we provide a healthy after school snack and all materials needed (costumes, props, etc.) for the class.
Meet the Instructors
Janet Reed
Award-Winning Director/Instructor | Founder of Center Stage Dramatics
With over 40 years of theatrical experience, Janet Reed is a seasoned director, instructor, and performer whose deep-rooted passion for theatre has made a lasting impact on the arts community in the greater metropolitan Atlanta area. As the founder and director of Center Stage Dramatics, Janet has cultivated a unique, multifaceted program that empowers children through the transformative power of performance art.
Throughout her distinguished career, Janet has worked in a variety of capacities within both community and professional theatre, excelling in areas such as directing, choreography, costume and set design, and, of course, acting. Her dedication to youth theatre led her to create and develop a comprehensive youth drama program at Southside Theatre Guild (STG), where she imparted her knowledge of all aspects of theatre in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Janet’s teaching journey began under the mentorship of her close friend, Amy Beaucham, the director of Dramatic Fanatics. After teaching with Dramatic Fanatics for four years, Amy relocated to Indiana and encouraged Janet to pursue her own path, leading to the establishment of Center Stage Dramatics in 2024. As Janet shares, “Watching a child develop and learn the important skills that will empower and enhance their lives is my passion. I’ve witnessed so many children find their voice through performance art, and I believe it makes a significant difference in their overall development and growth.”
Her contributions to the field have not gone unnoticed, with accolades including the 2019 STG President’s Award for outstanding membership, and two Metropolitan Atlanta Theatre Awards for Best Actress (2006, All My Sons) and Best Set Design (2018, Beauty and the Beast). Janet’s efforts extend beyond the stage, having successfully raised over $250,000 in grant funding for STG, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, through her work in grant writing since 2018.
Beyond the theatre, Janet is deeply committed to her community. She served as Chairperson for the American Cancer Society’s “Bark For Life” event from 2009-2015, and from 2018-2020, she contributed her expertise as a member of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Creative Place Making Committee during the downtown Fairburn renovation. Additionally, she serves on the Arts Advisory Board for the city, ensuring that the arts continue to flourish in her community.
With a career that spans four decades, Janet’s contributions to theatre and youth development continue to inspire and empower the next generation of performers, creators, and leaders.
Eileen Baldwin
Assistant Director and Musical Director
Eileen Baldwin is a seasoned actor, director, and music director with decades of experience in community theater throughout Georgia’s Southern Crescent. She has performed in dozens of stage productions across Newnan, Peachtree City, and Fairburn, earning Best Actor honors for her lead role in Whose Life Is It Anyway? and Best Supporting Actress in Angel Street. Her favorite roles include Muriel in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Claire in Rumors. Eileen has directed a wide variety of productions, from musicals like Shenandoah and Beauty and the Beast to dramatic and comedic works such as One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Lost in Yonkers, Barefoot in the Park, and The Odd Couple. She also served as Music Director for Fayetteville Family Theater’s children’s productions for nine years, working on beloved shows like Cinderella, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, and many more – nurturing young performers and helping bring classic stories to life.
Eileen’s professional experiences include working as a professional actor with a traveling troupe,( A Company of Friends) that produced children shows in large venues ( Civic Centers, Libraries, etc.). In 2007 she hosted a local television show, Arts in the Southern Crescent, featuring various local artists.
Eileen and her husband, Gary, have been married for nearly 50 years and performed together for over two decades in a rock ‘n’ roll oldies band, where she was the lead singer. Their love of music and storytelling runs in the family – their son Christopher performs in Irish pubs and at the Maryland Renaissance Festival with his wife as The Bard and The Bird, while their son Patrick plays tuba and sousaphone. Their three grandchildren are all musically inclined, continuing the creative tradition. Whether on stage, behind the scenes, or nurturing young talent, Eileen brings heart, humor, and professionalism to every production she touches.
