For when you’re still a character, but not so little, we welcome you to Geode.
Beauty surprises us when we crack open our exterior and reveal what’s inside. While we all have little characters within, Geode exists to cater to our tween, teen and adult populations through classes, events, private lessons and more!
The hope of Geode is to provide fun, community-building experiences for tweens, teens and adults through theater without the commitment of nightly rehearsals.
Been writing a script and you want to get people together to read it? Let’s do it! Pipe dreams of a show? Let’s make it happen. Could your work environment use some enrichment through an improv for communications workshop? We got you.
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Geode strives to deepen social and emotional health for teens, tweens and adults in a safe, fun environment through the art of theater.
Geode used to be just for adults, but we’re opening our arms a little wider now.
Since its start in 2022, Little Characters has worked with students of all ages and abilities. At the time, we had mostly young kids, and parents who wanted to try it for themselves.
As we’ve grown, our little kids have turned into kids and our kids have turned into big kids, and big kids don’t always like being called little.
So, starting in Summer 2026, we are changing the face of Geode to include kids 11 and up! We will still have adult only programs, and we will still have 11-17 programs, but they will fall under the name Geode.
And, how cool will it be if in the future, we can mix these populations to put on family friendly shows represented by actors the ages of their characters? Join us as we dare to dream.
Weekly Classes for Tweens/Teens
Mondays | 5:45-7:00pm | Ages 8+
$115/month + $50 performance fee
Produce a Show is where imagination takes center stage! Students work together to dream up an original story, create unforgettable characters, explore the world of technical theater, and turn their ideas into a fully staged production.
From brainstorming and script writing to set design, costumes, and performance, every student plays an important role in bringing the story to life. Whether they love being in the spotlight or behind the scenes, this class celebrates creativity, collaboration, and the magic of creating something entirely your own and completely original.
Teachers: CC Conner and Carley Peden
*This class is August - March
Acting Studio
Produce A Show
Tuesdays | 6:15-7:15pm | Ages 11-17
$95/month + $30 Performance Fee
Geode’s Acting Studio is a weekly class for tweens and teens ready to explore the world of acting! This weekly class gives students the chance to build acting skills through improv, scene work, character exploration, and creative theater games. Every class is designed to inspire confidence, encourage collaboration, and help young performers discover their unique voice.
Teacher: Peyton Harris
Yes, And… Improv Class
Mondays | 4:30-5:30pm | Ages: 8+
$95/month + $20 performance fee
In improv, "Yes, And..." means accepting an idea and building on it—and that's exactly what this class is all about!
Through fast-paced games, creative storytelling, and unscripted scenes, students will grow their confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills in a fun, supportive environment. Whether they're new to improv or experienced performers, every class is full of laughter, surprises, and endless possibilities. Your student might just learn that Yes, And works outside of theater, too. ;)
Teacher: CC Conner
Wednesdays | 5:45-7:00pm | Ages 9+
$115/month + $50 performance fee
Have a student who is itching to perform more than once a semester? This class is for students that have worked in theater before, and want to sharpen their acting skills. We will spend the Fall putting on short performances around town, and then use December-March to prepare for a full length production!
Students will dig deep into characterization through pre-written short plays, scenes and monologues, and learn more advanced improv techniques. Oh, and still have a lot of fun doing so!
Teachers: Hannah Eppling, CC Conner
*This class is August - March
Film Creation
Performance Troupe
Thursdays | 5:30-6:30pm | Ages 9+
$95/month + $30 Materials Fee
Explore acting behind the camera, create short film storylines, and learn how a film comes to life! Students will explore storytelling, scriptwriting, directing, acting, camera work, special effects, and basic editing. Activities will range from storyboarding to mini-film production.
Teacher: Kidd Fielteau
ADULTS: Third Thursday Improv Night!
ADULTS: Third Thursday Improv Night!
We officially have another Improv night on the books - more than one, in fact! Mark your calendars, guys, because First Friday Improv Nights is officially back - and now it’s on the THIRD THURSDAY!
The format is the same: come hang out, play as little or lot as you’d like, drink what you want (will check ID’s), snack on what you want, and explore improv through group and partner games.
The next one is Thursday, August 19 from 6:30-8:30pm at 1635 West Broad St.
Join us for laughter and community as we get silly and learn some improv games in a low-stakes environment! We ask that all attendees are 18+. This class is $25 a pop!
Scared about trying improv? Most of our activities are group focused, and we won’t ever ask you to do something you don’t feel comfortable with! Feel free to even sign up and just come hang out!
PAST EVENTS
Our Prioritizing Play Workshop was a Smashing Success! We spent the evening learning about giving yourself space to play and spend time doing the things that make you feel joy - even amidst our crazy busy lives.
We had the BEST time performing with some other amazing improvisors at the Bad Ath Babes show in June 2024!
We had a blast performing for the first time at the Winterville Marigold Festival in May 2024. It was sweaty, it was silly, and it was FUN!
Just a sneak peek into one of our First Friday Improv Nights! Come join us the First Friday of the month.
Geode gathered 12 professional teen and adult actors and hosted a Table Read of this enticing pilot episode by local Writer Mike Camberdella on October 27th!