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Musical Theater, Improvisation,
Songwriting, Acting, & Singing
New Hope, PA | Lambertville, NJ | Doylestown, PA | Surrounding Areas

At Ladybug Arts, all are welcome and celebrated. We believe in creating a strong community through artistic expression. We strive to help each student cultivate their inner strengths and help them become confident actors and musicians.

Cari Joy Brown, Owner & Program Director
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Cari Brown earned a B.A. from Penn State and an MA from NYU. For the past 19 years, she has worked in school settings teaching music and performing arts to students in grades K-12.
I fully believe in the power of the arts. Along with helping develop self-expression and empathy, they assist in building confidence and community. As a teacher, I strive to harness the love of theater arts and help youth to find their voice through freedom of expression.
🌷 Spring 2026 Programs

Improv, Music and Performance!Ages 4-8

Mondays 3:50-4:50pm
🗓️ March 23 to April 27

Students will participate in improv exercises, singing and theater games to enliven their creativity. Additionally, we will be working on a play with a performance at the end of the course.

All classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530


Improv, Music and Performance!Ages 4-8

Tuesdays 3:50-4:50pm
🗓️ March 24 to April 28

Students will participate in improv exercises, singing and theater games to enliven their creativity. Additionally, we will be working on a play with a performance at the end of the course.

All classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530


Ladybug Arts Presents: AnnieGrades 3-6

Wednesdays 4:15-6:00pm
Auditions 3/11 4:00-5:30pm
🗓️ March 11 to June 5

Come join us as we work on the musical Annie!

Classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530Dress Rehearsal 6/4 4:00-6:30pm at South Hunterdon Regional High SchoolSHOW 6/5 7:00pm at South Hunterdon Regional High School (students arrive at 4pm)

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530
SOUTH HUNTERDON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, 301 Mt Airy-Harbourton Rd, Lambertville, NJ 08530


Teen Musical Theater ClassGrades 7-12

Saturdays 1:00-3:30pm
🗓️ March 21 to April 26

In this supportive and creative environment, students will have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow aspiring performers through singing, movement, and performance-based activities, building confidence and camaraderie as they prepare for a final performance that incorporates both vocal and movement elements.

Classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530Sunday 4/26 4:00-6:00pm rehearsal at MILL BALLET, 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PAPerformance Sunday 4/26 at 6:00pm at Mill Ballet

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

❄️ Winter 2026 Workshops

Dance Workshop with Cole VitelliGrades 2nd - 5th

Saturday 1/17 — 11:30am-2pm
Sunday 1/18 — 12-2pm with performance at 3pm
🗓️ January 17 and 18

Back by popular demand! Join Ladybug Arts choreographer, Cole Vitelli, in this weekend intensive focused on musical theater dance styles and training. This workshop is appropriate for beginners and dancers alike! Students will participate in a demo performance on Sunday. This is a great class for students interested in musical theater! Space is limited so sign up ASAP!

Saturday classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530Sunday rehearsal & performance held at MILL BALLET, 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA

Location(s):
Saturday 1/17: KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Sunday 1/18: MILL BALLET, 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA

$160 Class is full!


Dance Workshop with Cole VitelliGrades 6th & up

Saturday 1/17 — 2:30-5:30pm
Sunday 1/18 — 12-2pm with performance at 3pm
🗓️ January 17 and 18

Back by popular demand! Join Ladybug Arts choreographer, Cole Vitelli, in this weekend intensive focused on musical theater dance styles and training. This workshop is appropriate for beginners and dancers alike! Students will participate in a demo performance on Sunday. This is a great class for students interested in musical theater! Space is limited so sign up ASAP!

Saturday classes held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530Sunday rehearsal & performance held at MILL BALLET, 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA

Location(s):
Saturday 1/17: KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Sunday 1/18: MILL BALLET, 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA

$160 Class is full!


Songwriting Workshop with CariAges 8 - 12

Saturday 3/7 — 12-2pm
Sunday 3/8 — 12-2pm
🗓️ March 7 - March 8

Cari has been writing music for over 20 years, both personally and professionally. She has written music for three musicals and two short films. One of her greatest joys is teaching the skill of songwriting to others. This workshop will focus on lyric writing, song structure, melody writing and more! You do not need to know how to play an instrument to sign up for this class. You also don't need to have any prior experience, just a willingness to express yourself and create!

All sessions held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

$160 Class is full!


Songwriting Workshop with CariAges 13+

Saturday 3/7 — 3-5pm
Sunday 3/8 — 3-5pm
🗓️ March 7 - March 8

Cari has been writing music for over 20 years, both personally and professionally. She has written music for three musicals and two short films. One of her greatest joys is teaching the skill of songwriting to others. This workshop will focus on lyric writing, song structure, melody writing and more! You do not need to know how to play an instrument to sign up for this class. You also don't need to have any prior experience, just a willingness to express yourself and create!

All sessions held at KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

Location(s):
KALMIA CLUB, 39 York St, Lambertville, NJ 08530

$160 Class is full!

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