Free Art Programs in NYC: Theater, Art, Music, and Dance Programs for Kids and Teens

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. Sponsored Lightbridge Academy offers educational child care for children ages six weeks through Pre-K. Visit [LightbridgeAcademy.com]( for more information and to schedule your tour! [Free Art Programs in NYC: Theater, Art, Music, and Dance Programs for Kids and Teens]( [The 92NY's Program for Excellence in the Arts offers professional training to talented teens through its audition-based programs in performing and fine arts. Photo courtesy of 92NY] NYC's FREE art programs are one of the main reasons my family endures the challenges of raising kids in NYC. Whether your kids are into making theater, music, or fine art, there are myriad art programs in NYC that offer excellent training—and some are 100% FREE. Admittedly, these no-cost, audition-based performing and fine art programs are competitive, but they can be life-changing for talented, motivated teens. Don't worry if your kid doesn't get in the first time: Most of these organizations accept new participants annually, and sometimes it takes a few tries. As the mother of an art- and theater-loving daughter, I speak from experience! Read on to find out how to apply to these FREE art programs in New York City. Deadlines for fall are coming up fast! You'll find more enriching programs for kids and teens, including our top picks for [musical theater classes in NYC]( in our [New York City Guide to Kids' Classes](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( Summer trips, beaches, and more seasonal fun! [View The Guide >]( 😎 BEST OF AUGUST 😎 [Play Fountains for a Free Soaking]( Kids can splash, wade, and get soaked at these fountains around the city. [Read More >]( ☀️ SEASONAL GUIDE ☀️ [Best of August]( Find the best things to do in NYC this month with our Best of August Activities Guide! [Read More >]( 😎 BEST OF AUGUST 😎 [18 Cool Hotel Pools near NYC]( Level up your next family vacation by booking one of these spots with awesome pools. [Read More >]( 😎 BEST OF AUGUST 😎 [Best NYC Beaches by Ferry or Train]( Hop on the subway, bus, or ferry to hit 14 miles of city-owned beaches. [Read More >]( 😎 BEST OF AUGUST 😎 [100 Things To Do in NYC With Kids]( This is our NYC kids bucket list. How many have you checked off? [Read More >]( Copyright © 2023 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](