Shoreline Theater Academy Kidz Konnection - Clinton, Connecticut

Melissa B. R.

Fantastic! Ms. Laura welcomes her students with warmth and enthusiasm. She puts on fun, quality shows, and the kids feel great about themselves. There are so many options for shows and classes throughout the entire year -- something for every theater-lover.

Alexandra A.

Kidz Konnection was a huge part of what made me who I am today. I had been going to Kidz Konnection since I was in elementary school, back in 2006. I learned how to be a part of a team, how to be a confident speaker, and made lifelong friends through Kidz Konnection. I learned skills there that have helped me succeed in nearly every aspect of my life. Most of all, I learned that I am capable of succeeding when I put my mind to something. Now, I have a Bachelor's degree in Cinema and am pursuing a Master's Degree in Higher Education and I don't think I would have had the confidence to pursue these goals and passions of mine if it weren't for everyone at Kidz Konnection providing me with the support and acceptance that they did when I was growing up.

Sharif O.

This place is the best! Our son has been in numerous productions and they’ve all been fantastic. Wonderful and supportive program.

Ella M.

We signed up with Kidz Konnection more than 9 years ago and couldn't be happier with all of our experiences and friends there. My children have gotten so much from Laura in so many ways. My son is off at college now, but will surely be back this Summer for Shakespeare. The giving spirit and positive attitudes at the studio are simply contagious. The confidence my children have gained trough Kidz Konnection is amazing and the friendships are priceless.

Beth L.

"Strange isn't it? Each man's life touches so many other lives." It's a Wonderful Life was the first production our son was involved in 4 years ago. Kidz Konnection and specifically the director, tirelessly and compassionately supports our children to become confident actors. Laura's energy and commitment to the children are evident in each step of the production. Our children have walked into rehearsal after a tough day at school and left skipping with energy because of how Laura reminded them "let it roll off your back like a duck", followed by a creative theater game and praise for a job well done. I've watched her console nerves, empower shyness, earn respect and give meaningful praise to groups of 50+ kids ranging from ages 5-18 all sitting in a room together.

Having now spent years at the studio and behind the scenes during performances I've witnessed children grow from Tiny Thespians into lead characters. The family atmosphere Kidz Konnection creates isn't just on stage. I've witnessed older actors mentor younger ones whether it be running lines, helping with homework during downtime, or using improv during a performance to help cue a young actor instead of just skipping over their line. This stems from the "it takes a village" motto that Laura practices with parents and actors that helps to inspire respectful, caring, confident kids.

I think I can fairly say that Laura has touched many lives because families return year after, the cast list continues to grow and children beam with pride after each amazing adventure is captured on stage.

Martin M.

I've always had friends growing up, and I've always had my family, but until I had done a Kidz Konnection play during the summer about 4 or 5 years ago I had never felt like my friends are my family. I look forward to the SACtor summer plays every year because I get to hang out with my second family, and since joining Kidz Konnection I have really come to enjoy acting. Even when I am not in a performance myself I still enjoy watching my sister or other friends perform.

Raegen R.

Kidz Konnection has been a major part of my life. When my family moved to Connecticut the Kidz Konnection family as become my family. The friends that I made during the first show that I was a part of, to the lessons in responsibility that I learned through participation in the various aspects of Kidz Konnection has made me who I am today. Each show that I participated in on stage directly helped to boost my confidence and help me to think outside of my own mental boundaries. After many years of acting on stage I began to help out with the backstage aspect of the productions. This helped to teach me responsibility in that the actors on stage as well as Laura and the audience were depending on me to do my job to the best of my ability and on time. Both working curtains and participating with stage crew showed me the importance of being part of a team where everyone pulled their weight and did what they were told when they were told. Kidz Konnection has been my teacher in more ways than one in how to make it through both similar situations and life in general. Acting lessons and life lessons come together at Kidz Konnection in perfect harmony to help create wonderful people that then go out in to the world and spread their knowledge to everyone they meet.

Brad S.

From almost their inception, I was a proud and very active member of Kidz Konnection. As an "alumn" of almost 7 years, I look back fondly on my memories with Kidz Konnection, and the many accomplishments I achieved performing the duties of Actor, Assistant Director, Fight Captain and Armourer. I admire Laura's consistency and tenacity in her work ethic and her energetic, passionate and FUN approach to youth theatre, especially those wonderful glimpses into the professional world of theatre as well. Truly, her philosophy and methods have remained consistently fruitful. Check out how much we've grown. We've grown leaps and bounds. Kidz Konnection has and continues to fuel my desire to pursue the arts professionally. This company is extremely fun, collaborative, and enriching. Nothing beats being a part of the Kidz Konnection family!