Explore, Create, Compete — Level Up with Progressive Theater's Gaming Program
At Progressive Theater, we recognize that gaming is more than just play — it's a powerful form of storytelling, design, collaboration, and innovation. Our Gaming Division empowers youth aged 12–18 to engage with the world of video games through both creative and technical lenses.
Game Design & Development
Students learn the fundamentals of game mechanics, storytelling, and digital design using beginner-friendly tools like Scratch and more advanced platforms like Unity or Roblox Studio.
Creative Writing for Games
Develop interactive scripts, plotlines, and character backstories that bring game worlds to life.
Digital Art & Animation
Hands-on projects in creating characters, landscapes, and visual effects using accessible graphic design tools.
Team-Based Challenges
Collaborative projects that simulate real-world game development environments, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity.
Gaming as Performance
Explore esports, game streaming, and content creation as forms of digital performance art, including the basics of live streaming and audience engagement.
Gaming merges technology, creativity, and strategy. Through this program, students not only gain hands-on skills in digital arts and coding but also build confidence, critical thinking, and teamwork skills vital to success in the entertainment and tech industries.
Whether you're an avid gamer, a curious storyteller, or a tech-savvy teenager with big ideas, our program is designed to meet you where you are and help you grow.
Services Offered:
Game design and development workshops
Coding and logic training using platforms like Unity and Scratch
Storyboarding and character design sessions
Esports team development and tournaments
Youth-led gaming clubs and leadership councils
Career panels with game developers and streamers
Youth Benefits:
Gaming is a gateway to powerful STEM and creative skills. In our Gaming Division, youth are introduced to game mechanics, design thinking, coding, and digital storytelling. They develop patience, critical reasoning, and collaborative skills through game creation and competition. For many, it’s a pathway to discover interests in tech, computer science, or interactive media. The division also provides a positive community for youth who may feel isolated or underserved in other spaces, helping build confidence, friendships, and future career interests.