Fall 2024

Registration is now open! ENROLL BY aUGUST 26 FOR $40 OFF PER CLASS.

Classes start September 7 -9. Pair a dance class with an acting or musical theatre class and save an additional $40 with our Bundle deals.

After School Classes

 

Beginning Dance for Musical Theatre

Ms. Erin

Beginning Dance & Movement for Lower Elementary

Ages 6-8

Mondays, September 9-December 9

5:00 PM-5:25 PM

  • With movement at the heart of musical theatre, this beginning dance class will focus on younger students and the foundations of proper dance technique such as basic steps, isolations of the body, flexibility, and developing recognition of simple rhythms and patterns. Exercises will focus on building coordination, stretching, and speed of movement and an emphasis will be placed on learning dance vocabulary, all while getting exercise and having fun!

    This class is designed to be paired with The Cheese Stands Alone at 5:30 PM. While this is optional, students enrolled in both classes will have an opportunity to apply their new dance and movements skills in musical theatre class.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $100


    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with The Cheese Stands Alone for ages 6-8 at 5:30 PM and save $60-$80!

  • REGISTER FOR BEGINNING MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE - MONDAYS

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

The Cheese Stands Alone

Ms. Sara

Lower Elementary Musical Theatre & Acting Skills

Ages 6-8

Mondays, September 9-December 11

5:30-6:40 PM

  • Step into the whimsical world of the farmer's dell, where an adventure in friendship awaits in "The Cheese Stands Alone." Cheesy, our endearing protagonist, yearns to bridge the gap with the enigmatic Mister Rat, whose mysterious intentions keep everyone guessing. As Cheesy grapples with the blues, a surprise visit from the "Cheeses of the World" - Gouda, Limburger, and a lively bunch - takes center stage, bringing laughter, joy, and a profound lesson in the true essence of friendship and self-belief.

    Lower Elementary students in this classroom-based musical play will use this creative script to enjoy learning about nature and the theatre while they are on stage. Acting skills will be emphasized throughout the semester and all students will have opportunities to shine. The semester will end in a showcase for friends and family!

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $255 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $295 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

     - Bundle with Beginning Dance for ages 6-9 at 5:30 PM and save an additional $20-$40!


    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $105 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $90
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $90


    **$10 OFF! $115 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR THE CHEESE STANDS ALONE

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.

    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

THwacked! A fRACTURED Tale MUSICAL

Ms. Amy

Musical Theatre & Acting Essentials

Ages 9-14

Mondays, September 9-December 17

5:30 PM-7:15 PM

  • Once upon a time... Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? The librarian? The coach? The Mayor and town council? The sweet and smart-thinking Rachel?

    With song, dance, and a fast-moving script, Thwacked! unfolds to reveal these and many other delightful characters as they attempt to unravel the mystery in a fairytale world. Upper Elementary and Middle School students will all have opportunities to shine on stage, with amusing dialogue, charming songs, and a clever story. The semester will end in a free showcase production for friends and family.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $300 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $340 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with a dance class and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $110 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $110
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $110


    **$10 OFF! $120 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26


  • REGISTER FOR THWACKED! A FRACTURED TALE MUSICAL

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.



    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

 

Superheroes, Unite!

Ms. Sara

Upper Elementary & Middle School Acting Class & Play Lab

Ages 8-14

Mondays, September 9-December 20

6:45 PM-8:30 PM

  • Calling all superheroes!  The citizens of Nova City need a patron superhero to save them from the evil clutches of the nefarious Colonel Mustard and his sidekick, Hemlock. So what do they do? They hold an audition, of course! Legions of fantastic, incredible, and uncanny characters descend upon City Hall hoping the mayor and police commissioner might marvel at their strange powers, which range from super strength to super speed, from mind-reading to animal-whispering, from quoting Shakespeare to pointing out irony.  (Okay, so some superpowers are more helpful than others). But when Colonel Mustard unleashes a surprise attack on City Hall, both the mighty AND the average must join together to bring justice and security to Nova City.

    Upper Elementary and Middle School students in this classroom-based play will use this creative script to learn all about theatre, in the context of a preparing a staged performance of this hilarious and fast-paced play. Acting skills will be emphasized throughout the semester and all students will have opportunities to shine on stage. The semester will end in a free showcase production for friends and family.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $315 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $355 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with a dance class and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $125 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $110
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $110


    **$10 OFF! $135 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR SUPERHEROES, UNITE!

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Jazz Technique For Musical Theatre 1

Ms. Eliana

Basic Dance Essentials & Technique

Ages 11+

Mondays, September 9-December 9

7:20 PM-8:05 PM

  • What musical theatre production isn’t made spectacular with the performance of a truly great production number? With this in mind, the basic elements of jazz dance will be taught to our after school students with the aim of developing confidence in terminology and execution of the most frequently used dance steps.

    With movement also at the heart of musical theatre dance, jazz class will focus on learning proper dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality, and developing rhythm, style, and musicality. Traditional ballet barre exercises will also be incorporated to build strength and increased range of motion in the feet and ankles, balance, control, and speed of movement. And while the students are working their bodies, they will be getting exercise and having fun!


    If you have any questions about whether this class or another dance class is best for your student, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance. here

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $155 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $195 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

    - Bundle with a non-dance class OR Just Tap and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $85 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $50
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $50


    **$10 OFF! $95 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26n text goes here

  • REGISTER FOR JAZZ TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE LEVEL 1

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Just Tap

Ms. Eliana

Tap Dance Essentials & Technique

Ages 11+

Mondays, September 9-December 9

6:20 PM-7:10 PM

  • From beginner basics to intermediate skill levels, this "tap only" class will focus on technique, articulation, speed, musicality, and building your tap vocabulary. Students will receive one-on-one correction as they extend and reinforce steps they have learned and create a variety of a capella rhythms to present at the showcase. Strongly recommended for students wanting to broaden their musical theater tool box for and for those who need to sharpen their tap skill set. Previous students are encouraged to return, as tap is a learned skill that requires continuous practice!

    If you have any questions about whether this class or another dance class is best for your student, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $145 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $185 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

    - This class is designed to be paired with Advanced Jazz Technique at 5:15 PM or Jazz Technique 1 at 7:20 PM.

    -   Bundle with another class save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $85 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $45
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $45


    **$10 OFF! $95 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR JUST TAP

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Advanced Tap & Jazz for Musical Theatre

Ms. Eliana

Advanced Dance Essentials & Technique

Ages 12+

Mondays, September 9-December 9

5:15 PM-6:10 PM

  • If you can chaînés, piqué, and grand jeté your way across the floor, then you're probably ready for what's NEXT! With proper technique, strength building, and increased flexibility as the central focus of the class, intermediate and advanced dancers will combine steps into more intricate progressions and elevate the speed of execution, musicality, and difficulty of the steps already in their repertoire. 


    This class will continue to focus on learning proper dance technique and developing core strength through traditional Horton and Graham warmups, improving performance quality, and developing style, texture, power, and control behind their movement.


    If you have any questions about whether this class or another dance class is best for your student, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $165 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $205 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

    - This class is designed to be paired with Just Tap at 6:20 PM.

    -   Bundle with another class save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:

    - Installment 1: $85 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $70
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $70


    **$10 OFF! $95 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR ADVANCED JAZZ TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

TRIPLE THREAT

We are currently developing a workshop format for our Triple Threat program this fall, due to the addition of a third main stage show to our fall calendar. We are encouraging all teens to enroll in Jazz Technique (Level 1 or Advanced) and Just Tap classes, to prepare for our upcoming full-length main stage shows and for Triple Threat level placements in Spring 2025.

If you are interested in enrolling in either a semester-long Triple Threat 1 or Triple Threat 2 class for Fall 2024 OR a workshop-based series of classes, please click on the button below and fill out an interest form.

Saturday Classes

 

Mr. Rhythm’s Circus

Early Learners Musical Theatre

Ages 4-6

Saturdays, September 7-November 17

10:30 AM-11:45 PM

  • The Circus has a colorful parade, high-flying trapeze artists, delightful animals, and hilarious clowns that make everyone feel happy! This play takes children to a Circus via Mr. Rhythm’s magic train. During the performance, children march in a circus parade, sing, and create funny animal acts. There are even roles for silly clowns to provide the finishing touch to the circus performance!

    Easy for young children to learn and perform, with simple songs and lines, preschool and kindergarten students in this classroom-based musical will use this creative script and accompanying songs to enjoy this classic story and learn all about being on stage! Crafts and games will spark their imaginations as young students discuss the story and become their characters. The semester will end in a showcase for friends and family!

  • $255 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $295 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:

    - Installment 1: $105 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $90
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $90


    **$10 OFF! $115 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR MR. RHYTHM'S CIRCUS

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Beginning Dance for Musical Theatre

Ms. Erin

Beginning Dance & Movement for Lower Elementary

Ages 6-8

Saturdays, September 7-November 9

10:00 AM-10:30 AM

  • With movement at the heart of musical theatre, this beginning dance class will focus on younger students and the foundations of proper dance technique such as basic steps, isolations of the body, flexibility, and developing recognition of simple rhythms and patterns. Exercises will focus on building coordination, stretching, and speed of movement and an emphasis will be placed on learning dance vocabulary, all while getting exercise and having fun!

    This class is designed to be paired with Kitty Cat Capers at 10:30 AM on Saturdays. While this is optional, students enrolled in both classes will have an opportunity to  apply their new dance and movements skills in musical theatre class.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $100


    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with Kitty Cat Capers for ages 6-8 at 10:30 AM (also taught by Ms. Erin) and save $60-$80!

  • REGISTER FOR BEGINNING DANCE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE - SATURDAY

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Kitty Cat Capers

Ms. Erin

Lower Elementary Musical Theatre & Acting Skills

Ages 6-8

Saturdays, September 7-November 17

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

  • Kitty Cat Capers is a fun mini-musical that showcases the mischievous, zany, and lovable behaviors associated with our endearing feline friends. The pick-of-the-litter cast, including Copy Cat, Alley Cat, Cool Cats and Cuddly Cats, feeds us a treat of mewsical talent through their wild and wacky kitty capers. Miss Tabitha, a teacher at the “Purrrfect Paws and Claws Finishing School,” sets out to encourage audience members to adopt her playful and scampering students that wiggle their whiskers and shake their tails.

    Lower Elementary students in this classroom-based musical play will use this creative script to enjoy learning about nature and the theatre while they are on stage. Acting skills will be emphasized throughout the semester and all students will have opportunities to shine. The semester will end in a showcase for friends and family!

    This class is designed to be paired with Beginning Dance at 10:00 AM on Saturdays. While this is optional, students enrolled in both classes will have an opportunity to  apply their new dance and movements skills in musical theatre class.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $255 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $295 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26


    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with Beginning Dance for ages 6-9 at 10:00 AM (also taught by Ms. Erin) and save an additional $20-$40!


    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $105 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $90
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $90


    **$10 OFF! $115 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR KITTY CAT CAPERS

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.

    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

The Entire American Revolution

Mr. Daniel

Upper Elementary & Middle School Acting Class & Play Lab

Ages 9-14

Saturdays, September 7-December 18

10:30 AM-12:15 PM

  • History has never been so fun... or so fast! Flying through the major points of America’s quest for independence, this fast-and-loose comedy plays like a highlight reel of history in hilarious fashion! Your audience will both laugh and learn as they watch patriots such as George Washington, Paul Revere, Samuel and John Adams, Patrick Henry, and Benjamin Franklin battle the vain King George III and his British soldiers.

    From the Boston Tea Party to the Battle of Bunker Hill (Did you know it was really Breed Hill?!) to the crossing of the Delaware and onward to the British surrender at Yorktown, the historical meets the hysterical in this fast-paced, one act delight!

     Upper Elementary and Middle School students in this play will use this script to learn all about theatre, in the context of a preparing a staged performance. Acting skills will be emphasized throughout the semester and all students will have opportunities to shine on stage. The semester will end in a free showcase production for friends and family.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $315 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $355 Regular Price - Early EARLY Bird Sale through August 26

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with a dance class and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $125 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $110
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $110


    **$10 OFF! $135 Regular Price - Early EARLY Bird Sale through August 26


  • REGISTER FOR THE ENTIRE AMERICAN REVOLUTION IN 40 MINUTES OR LESS

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

Homeschool Classes

 

Sing a Song of Aesop

Ms. Janna

Early Learners & Lower Elementary Musical Theatre

Ages 4-6 & Ages 6-8 (combined sections)

Mondays, September 9-December 10

11:30 AM-1:00 PM

  • Every student in this musical play will be part of telling the story for five classic Aesop’s fables: The Tortoise and the Hare, The Grasshopper and the Ant, The City Mouse and the Country Mouse, The Lion and the Mouse, and The Boy Who Cried Wolf.

    Featuring five original songs and easy-to-learn rhyming dialog, Lower Elementary students in this classroom-based musical play will use this creative script to enjoy learning all about the theatre. Acting skills will be emphasized throughout the semester, as well as games and crafts, and all students will have opportunities to shine. The semester will end in a free showcase for friends and family!

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $255 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $295 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26


    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:

    - Installment 1: $105 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $90
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $90


    **$10 OFF! $115 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR SING A SONG OF AESOP

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Once Upon a Dream Musical

Ms. Lara

Musical Theatre & Acting Essentials

Ages 9-14

Mondays, September 9-December 4

11:30 AM-1:15 PM

  • Enjoy the excitement, drama, majesty and thrill of this ageless story where pumpkins become elegant coaches, mice become men, and rags turn to riches with the wave of a wand! Once Upon a Dream: The Classic Story of Cinderella presents the charming fairytale as you have never seen it before...with fresh, uplifting songs and a whole cast of delightful new characters surrounding the story of Cinderella and dreams that do come true.

    Each week, students learn to express themselves creatively through fun theatrical games, develop characters through dance and movement, strengthen vocals, review stage directions, and continue building theatre terminology. Join us for a musical retelling of this classic tale as we explore the stage and bring the story of Cinderella to life!

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $300 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $340 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

     

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with a dance class and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:

    - Installment 1: $110 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $110
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $110


    **$10 OFF! $120 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

  • REGISTER FOR ONCE UPON A DREAM MUSICAL

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.


    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

Tap & Jazz for Musical Theatre Homeschool

Ms. Eliana

Dance Essentials & Technique

Ages 9+

Mondays, September 9-December 9

1:30 PM-2:30 PM

  • What musical theatre production isn’t made spectacular with the performance of a truly great tap dance number? With this in mind, tap will be taught to our after school students with the aim of developing better rhythm, style, and sound, with an emphasis on developing proper tap technique and producing clear tap sounds.

    With movement also at the heart of musical theatre dance, jazz class will focus on learning proper dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality, and developing complex rhythms and patterns. Exercises will focus on increased range of motion in the feet and ankles, balance, control, and speed of movement. And while the students are working their bodies, they will be getting exercise and having fun!

    If you have any questions about whether this class or another dance class is best for your student, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $230

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

    - Bundle with a non-dance class OR Just Tap and save!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:

    - Installment 1: $100
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $65
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $65

  • REGISTER FOR TAP & JAZZ HOMESCHOOL

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.

    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering

 

The Distracted Scholar’s Guide to Literature & Drama

Ms. Sorrel

Middle School & High School Acting Class & Play Lab

Ages 11+

Mondays, September 9-December 19

2:45 PM-4:45 PM

  • Short attention span? This play offers to teach the audience everything they'd ever need to know about the major movements and works in Western literature and drama. Well...kind of. The audience is given a comic "fast-forward" tour of authors, playwrights, and poets including the likes of Sophocles, Dante, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Jane Austen. Major movements in literary and dramatic history, like the Enlightenment and Romanticism, are taught as the actors portray a hilarious "mash-up" between Frankenstein and Pride and Prejudice, as well as other unlikely pairings and synopses. The play is replete with ghosts, villains, and common plot devices, and burns through the other major periods in literary history culminating in a fast-paced handling of movies and "The Great Summer Blockbuster!" A lesson in literature and drama was never so fun!

    Middle and High School students in this play will use this creative script to learn all about theatre, in the context of a preparing a staged performance and learning about “greats” of literature and drama. Acting and script analysis skills will be emphasized throughout the semester and all students will have opportunities to shine on stage. Students will also engage in projects that emphasize directing and producing skills. The semester will end in a free showcase production for friends and family.

  • CLASS TUITION:
    $335 - On Sale!*


    *$40 OFF! $375 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26

    SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:
    - Bundle with a dance class and save $50-$120!



    INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS AVAILABLE:


    - Installment 1: $125 - On Sale!**
    - Installment 2 (October 1): $120
    - Installment 3 (November 1): $120


    **$10 OFF! $135 Regular Price - Early Bird Sale through August 26


  • REGISTER FOR A DISTRACTED SCHOLAR'S GUIDE TO LITERATURE & DARAMA

    A non-refundable deposit, current registration form, schedule and calendar agreement, and financial agreement must be on file prior to a student attending this class.



    Tuition and Enrollment Policy - read before registering