White Pond Community Arts

06/17/2026

You know him, and love him! Join us at Broadway Bootcamp to spend a day with Lucas. A member of the Once The Musical OBC, Lucas will share his creative eye and unique filmmaking knowledge on Thursday. Register today to join Lucas (and others!) for a week filled with industry training!

Lucas Papaelias is an actor, musician, writer, composer, and experimental filmmaker. He has appeared on Broadway, developed and performed in many new (and old) plays Off-Broadway and regionally, composed musicals and theatrical rock operas, acted in feature films, independent films, television shows, web series, and played guitar in numerous rock and funk bands along the way.

06/16/2026

Three months ago, the original ensemble of Once The Musical came together on our stage for a night of music, connection, and "good craic."

Today, shared with us the live concert documentary he created, highlighting not only the music of the evening, but our own theater as well! To watch the documentary and read about it's development, check out the link below.

An actor-musician from the show's original run gathered castmates for a benefit in White Pond, New York—then decided to document it.

06/16/2026

Three months ago! We are so proud to have hosted such a special and talented group of people as they made some real magic again ❤

An actor-musician from the show's original run gathered castmates for a benefit in White Pond, New York—then decided to document it.

06/14/2026

Clean up your act with Debbie Feinstein at Broadway Bootcamp! 🎬️
Register today to train like a professional...with the professionals! Debbie Feinstein is a professional actress, singer, director and theater coach. You might know Debbie from her various productions at WPCArts, such as Baby, Falsettos, Spring Awakening and Our Town.

Most recently, Debbie acted as the choreographer for Miss Julie at Katonah Classic Stage. Previously, she was the Founder and Artistic Director of The Actors’ Studio of Westchester. In NYC, she was the assistant to director Geraldine Fitzgerald at The Hudson Guild Theater. Debbie is a member of Actors’ Equity Association and has performed in many musicals around the country. Debbie has a BFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts where she trained at the Stella Adler Conservatory.

06/13/2026

Everything about this is going to be....WONDERFUL! 🌈 👾

Congratulations to the talented actors cast in our summer production of Be More Chill! We cannot wait to see what you bring to the stage.

💥 Keep an eye out for the rehearsal schedule.

06/12/2026

Next up on your agenda at Broadway Bootcamp is one of our favorites - IMPROV! Spend the day with industry professionals, Nova Hall and Amy Simmons, as they walk you through the principles of improvisation. Are you signed up yet?! 🎭️ (The answer is YES, AND...)

Amy Simmons and Nova Hall have been making theater magic together for more than ten years. From acting and directing to producing and everything in between, they have collaborated on dozens of productions for LawnChair Theatre, the Darien Arts Center, and the Town Players of New Canaan, where Nova serves as Co-President of the Board. As full-time classroom teachers and lifelong theater enthusiasts, they love helping young performers discover their creativity, build confidence, and have fun on stage.

They can't wait to bring their energy, imaginations, and laughs to WPCArts this summer!

06/10/2026

A little to 2023!

Registration is still open for our summer theater workshops, where we have something for everyone. Even the biggest kids get to have some fun at WPCArts...😋

06/09/2026

Broadway Bootcamp is BACK! 🎶🎭️

Meet our first instructor for the week - Anthony Michael Velez. You might recognize him...Anthony is a a proud Piper Theater Alumni!

Anthony is a NYC-based performing artist/educator. Recent credits include: Simon (Jesus Christ Superstar), Angel (Rent), Paul San Marco (A Chorus Line), and Arpad Laszlo (She Loves Me) at the Mac-Haydn Theatre. This past year he was on the National Tour of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical as Melvin/Dance Captain (TheaterWorksUSA). In 2024, Anthony made his Off-Broadway Debut in El Otro Oz at the Atlantic Theatre. He recently worked for Broadway Bound Kids as a Teaching Artist and is finding joy in educating the youth about the power of storytelling.

He has recently choreographed Roger and Hammerstein’s Grand Night for Singing and The Secret Garden at the Mac-Haydn Theatre. He is looking forward to his new position in the Fall at Yorktown Stage as the Youth Director.

Register today to dance with Anthony (and all the other amazing instructors) during our week-long intensive workshop. Train like a pro, and perform like a star! 🌟

06/08/2026

"Kiss today goodbye, and point me towards tomorrow..."

Congratulations to the cast and creative team behind A Chorus Line: Teen Edition for a sensational weekend of shows! The talent and passion you all have is clear - we are so proud of you all. You did it all for love. ❤️

06/06/2026

Not one, but TWO more chances to see this singular sensation! 🌟

A Chorus Line: Teen Edition continues its run at the Gardiner Theater, tonight at 7pm and tomorrow at 2pm. You don't want to miss this!