Roll, little apple, around the silver plate… and show us a fairy tale! Dear Friends and Theatergoers! We are delighted to announce the opening of our new theater season! And we will begin with an encore performance of "Visiting a Fairy Tale"presented by the Middle Group of our Youth Theater! We received so many enthusiastic reviews from everyone who saw the show in May! Our theater has also been invited to a Theatre Festival in Philadelphia, where audiences are eagerly awaiti

Welcome back to all students and parents! We are reopening our classrooms in two cities at once: Acton and Lexington. The first lessons begin on September 21st. There are still some spots left in some classes, so don't hesitate to sign up for Russian, drawing, and, of course, theater! We are opening FOUR new theater classes! MUSICAL THEATER for children from 3 years old to... very grown-ups! on Saturday after 1 pm! Several groups of different ages! In musical theater classes,

This year, we wrapped up our summer theater season with a wonderful weeklong art and theater program in Lexington. During the week of August 17–21, our young actors created a delightful production of Thumbelina, based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. The program included acting, games, creating artistic masterpieces, movies, and, of course, time together in great company. And all of it in Russian! The kids helped build the sets, learned their lines, songs, and da

Theater life at Alma Mater never stops, not even in summer. For the fourth year in a row, our summer belonged entirely to our wonderful theater camp, held as always in the Berkshires, this year from July 12 to July 26. If you haven't joined us yet, now is the perfect time to get to know us and become part of our international children's summer program in the beautiful Berkshires, with lodging on the campus of a private boarding school. In just two weeks, our young actors put

🎭 Orange Summer 2026 Festival Has Come to a Close! Our Third International Theatre Festival, Orange Summer, has officially come to an end. This year, the festival grew so much that one weekend was no longer enough! We gathered over two weekends at two wonderful venues: the LCA stage in Boston and the RSM Summer Camp in New Hampshire. Looking back, it feels like much more than a festival. It was a small theatrical journey filled with new friendships, rehearsals, pre-show exci

This is the THIRD time that Youth Theaters from different States of America and Canada are coming to Boston! This unique event brings together the best teenage and youth theatres that create performances for children and teenagers. This 2026 Festival will be held in two stages: The first phase is in Lexington, MA. The second stage is in the RSM camp, NH You can buy one ticket to one performance for $25, or buy one combined ticket to all Festival performances for $60. The choi

"I'm actually alive. I never realized it before, and if I did, I didn't remember it... I want to feel everything I can." May 16 at 5:00 PM Dandelion Elixir (based on the stories of R. Bradbury) premiere of the YOUTH Theatre A performance about the importance of being yourself, appreciating time and simple things, cherishing sincere human relationships and the memory of loved ones. This performance explores life through the eyes of children: open, pure, inquisitive, and ea

In a fairytale forest, On the banks of a real Milk River, A ripe apple rolled down a saucer straight into a fairy tale. And while it was rolling, He met Baba Yaga, and Kikimora, and Koschei the Deathless, and even the most real-real Tsar. Premiere Visiting a Fairy Tale MIDDLE group Youth Theatre Alma Mater May 9 at 5:00 PM A fun children's performance, "Visiting a Fairy Tale," based on E. Uspensky's story "Down the Magic River," featuring beloved childhood fairy tale char

We spent our February break truly out of this world — and that’s no exaggeration! We explored an entire universe! As part of our “space training,” we went through pre-flight preparation — because, as we know, even the bravest astronaut wouldn’t dare enter zero gravity without training. 🚀 We launched rockets in three different ways! We also explored the Solar System, peeked into a black hole, and traveled to the most distant galaxies.We searched for constellations in the nigh

🌞 Our Maslenitsa 2026! In this, our 15th Anniversary year, our Youth Theater decided: since we were going to bid winter farewell, we should do it in style! So we organized a Maslenitsa festival for nearly 100 theatergoers! The performers and parents had a chance to sled and ski down the hills—some gracefully, others very creatively (it is theater, after all!). In the evening, we warmed up with hot tea and pancakes, and played traditional and modern Maslenitsa games with the

March 27 at 7:00 pm March 28, 5:00 pm April 4 at 5:00 pm Alma Mater Youth Theater present to the new musical children's comedy the play " The Robbers of Cardamom " based on the story by Thorbjørn Egner. A hilarious musical comedy about the adventures of the townspeople of the fairytale town of Cardamom and the most unreal, not the luckiest, but very kind robbers. The performance is in Russian with English subtitles. will be of interest to children from 5 years old, teenagers

Our school has just completed a New Year Card Contest, and we are happy to share the results from our Lexington and Acton locations. Thank you to all students for your participation, creativity, and holiday spirit! The works were expressive, bright, and wonderfully diverse ✨ ✨ Lexington: 🧒 Junior Group — Sasha Sh. 🧑 Middle Group — Dasha V. 👩 Senior Group — Yana P. ⭐ Teachers’ Choice Award — Alina I. ✨ Acton: 🏆 Mira Ch. Congratulations to the winners, and thank you t

With the arrival of winter, our STEM activities also shifted to a winter theme. 1.🔬 Artificial snow We learned about the unusual properties of absorbent materials and created artificial snow. While observing the changes in the artificial snow's volume, the children discussed how it differs from real snow and how similar materials are used in everyday life. From the resulting "snow" the children made snowmen, hares, and elements of the "Chinese Wall" - a true sculptor and art

We wish all our students, parents and their families a Happy New Year! May your homes always be filled with joy and children's laughter! See you in the new year 2026! Always yours Alma Mater Studio

In October, our studio hosted a competition and exhibition, “The Sinister Garden,” based on the works of E. Gorey. The works turned out to be so expressive and "ominous" that it was very difficult for the viewers to choose. So, the winners are: 🌟 Grand Prix - Sonya S. Senior group: 🥇 1st place - Anna U. 🥈 2nd place - Valentina F. 🥉 3rd place - Natalia I. Middle group: 🥇 1st place - Sophie K. 🥈 2nd place - Sasha Ch. 🥉 3rd place - Alisa L. Junior group: 🥇 1st place — Ly

STEM Program Report Since September, the studio has been offering STEM lessons, introducing students to science and engineering. Each lesson includes theory, creating a project, and testing it. In November, we talked about electricity, its purpose, and its uses in everyday life. We also examined the structure of a simple electrical circuit and tested how it works. The students built a small mini-project - a circuit made of a battery, wires, and a light bulb- and observed what

On November 16th, our studio returned to the long-forgotten, yet beloved by children and adults, games of "What? Where? When?" The studio once again gathered a group of intellectuals, the gong sounded, and debates broke out about the correct answers. This time, it wasn't just children who competed, but also two teams of adult players—Tigresses and Rhinos. The questions were challenging, but the teams handled them brilliantly, demonstrating their erudition and resourcefulness.

The past Creative Saturday in Acton turned into real magic! At our workshop, participants created panoramic lanterns and decorative plates using the decoupage technique - and what a talented group of guests we had! Each lantern told its own little story, and every pattern reflected the personality of its creator. Some chose gentle floral designs, others - mysterious city streets, and a few added a touch of humor. The Eiffel Tower, vintage cars, birds of extraordinary beauty,

Dear audience members! Alma Mater Youth Theater celebrates its 15th anniversary! We are delighted that, with your support, we have been able to create vibrant performances for our artists and audiences for so many years, becoming a vibrant part of the theatrical life of Russian-speaking Boston, and we look forward to continuing to serve our audiences! Alma Mater Youth Theater has a loyal following of fans who have already become our friends, and every year we gain new friend

Since September, Alma Mater Studio has been offering STEM classes for children ages 5–10. During the first lessons, our young scientists dove into the world of discovery and experimentation, learning the key aspects of real laboratory work: they learned about lab safety rules and proper behavior in the lab.– Practiced using pipettes, funnels, measuring cups, and microscopes.– Tried recording observations in tables, discussing results, and drawing conclusions. We discovered th