TheaterKid
Performing Arts Program
TheaterKid is the performing arts program of Sunnyside. It is the place where students find their voice on the stage and build trust through the power of theater.
A Historic Partnership: PETA x Sunnyside
This is a first for our community. Sunnyside—the social village for homeschooling families —is joining forces with the legends of the Philippine stage to bring professional theater to our village.
PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association) has been the heartbeat of national drama since 1967. Together, we are building a world-class theater track specifically for the homeschool world.
Transforming Lives Through Theater
This is the heartbeat of the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA). A recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award, PETA has spent over 50 years proving that the stage is the ultimate laboratory for the human spirit.
The Integrated Approach: Moving beyond acting, PETA blends drama, writing, and movement to cultivate "fully actualized human beings."
The Artist-Teacher: Students are mentored by masters who use theater to liberate creative power, sharpen critical thinking, and build empathy.
The Sunnyside Bridge: By bringing PETA’s discipline into our Village, we ensure that as your child learns to command a stage, they are developing the character to command their own future.
By bringing PETA’s professional discipline into the Sunnyside Village, we merge world-class theater with a judgment-free laboratory.
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The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) is the country's premier theater institution and a recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asia’s Nobel Peace Prize).
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For over 50 years, PETA has defined Filipino theater. They are the powerhouse behind hits like Rak of Aegis, specializing in turning students into professional-grade Artist-Teachers.
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We don't just want "acting coaches." We want the gold standard. Your child will be mentored by the same directors and artists who shape the national stage, ensuring world-class discipline and craft.
The Roadmap
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Moving as One. Our journey begins at the legendary PETA Theater Center. This is a high-octane immersion where teens (13–17) move from the audience to the stage. By exploring the "theater machine"—from dressing rooms to technical booths—students trade the "solo act" for the power of the group.
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Witnessing the Craft. After learning the "how" in ITAX, we gather as a village to witness the "wow."
Students study seasoned PETA actors to see how professional theater works at this level. This is show is exclusive for ITAX Participants. -
Find Your Voice. This is TheaterKid at its most powerful. Five consecutive days, students dive into PETA’s 5-pillar pedagogy: Drama, Movement, Writing, Music, and Visual Arts. This immersive camp turns a group of individuals into a synchronized ensemble, giving them the radical confidence needed for the big stage.
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From Training to Creation. Now, the production begins. Repertory Theater Guidance (RTG) is our advanced mentorship program where students move into the "Director’s Chair" and "Writer’s Room." Under PETA's professional guidance, students develop original scripts and gain "Production Thinking"—this is the official pre-production phase for our 2027 finale.
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The Village Premiere. The roadmap culminates in February 2027. Following twelve (12) 5-hour intensive sessions of training and rehearsal, our students take the stage for their own full-scale professional production.
2026 Theater Calendar
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05 | 2027 Grand Showcase
The final production. Twelve 5-hour rehearsals culminating in a professional performance in February 2027.
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04 | TheaterKid™ RTG
Pre-production. Under PETA’s mentorship, students develop original scripts and handle technical leadership for the finale.
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03 | 5-Day Theater Camp
The core training. Using PETA’s 5-pillar pedagogy—Drama, Movement, Writing, Music, and Visual Arts—to build group trust.
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02 | PETA Theater Showcase
Students witness seasoned PETA professionals in action to spark their own creative goals. (Exclusive to ITAX).
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01 | PETA Immersion (ITAX)
Inside the PETA Theater Center. Students move from the audience to the stage to see how a professional production works.
A Stage for Every Age
Our Philosophy: The Integrated Artist
At Sunnyside, theater is more than a spotlight—it’s how we see and shape the world. Through our partnership with PETA, we integrate music, movement, and writing to help students turn personal experiences into creative expression
25 Voices. One Story.
This is for you if you love:
Performing: Acting, singing, and movement.
Storytelling: Scriptwriting and directing.
The Craft: Mastering the professional secrets of the stage.
Find Your Voice
✔️ Get the skills | ✔️ Set the stage | ✔️ Be the star
TheaterKid FAQs
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No. While we focus on performance, this is a full-theater experience covering scriptwriting, directing, and the professional discipline of a repertory company.
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We prioritize intimacy over volume. A smaller group ensures every child gets direct mentorship from PETA artists and a meaningful role in the ensemble.
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This program is designed for teens (Ages 13–18) who are ready to transition from "play" to professional-level creative partnership.
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The journey culminates in a Grand Showcase—a professional-grade production where the 25-person ensemble performs their original work.
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We look for students who love the craft and are ready to commit to the ensemble, regardless of their resume.
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100% In-Person. We believe theater is a contact sport. All sessions happen in our physical studio to ensure the best ensemble chemistry and professional mentorship.
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