Class Descriptions
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Core Classes Tiny Twinklers (ages 3-5) Students in Tiny Twinklers will explore the basics of singing, acting, and dance technique in a nurturing environment through age-appropriate games and activities. Parents/guardians are welcome to sit in during class if they wish. Shining Stars (ages 5-7) This is an entry level class for ages 5-7. Students get a introduction to singing, acting, and dancing as well as stage etiquette and gain skills in how to be a confident performer on stage. This class in perfect for any child interested in the performing arts! Broadway Brilliance (ages 8-11) This class is great for the beginner or intermediate musical theater student. We cover basic theater lingo, practices, and improvisation technique through fun games and groups activities. We also focus on encouraging healthy vocal technique while giving students the opportunity to build confidence on stage. Broadway Bound (ages 8-11) *Audition only* Broadway Bound is an advanced class for students ready for a more intense look at musical theater and those who are ready to take on more challenging performance pieces. While this class still builds on basic skill such as healthy vocal production and building confidence on stage, students will also receive in-depth instruction on solo/small group performance, singing in harmony, and increased dance vocabulary. Musical Theater Workshop (ages 11+) This is a beginning/intermediate course for teen musical theater students. We cover all basic stage techniques, blocking, and developing healthy vocal techniques with a special emphasis on the solo voice and performer. In this class, students will find their voice as an actor and performer through various stage and improvisation exercises. Production Workshop (ages 12+) Production Workshop is an audition based class for students 11+ who are ready to take the next step in their performance. PW offers a deeper look into the motivations and story telling behind the music as well as offering a faster paced curriculum. Large ensemble work for the Spring Revue will be in combination with Performance Workshop. |
Specialty Classes *Specialty classes not offered every session. Please check current class schedule Acting (ages 12-18) A beginning/intermediate class for acting students. This class will focus on character development and scene work, using both improvisation and written text. Our guest teacher, Julie Eccles-Benson, has extensive professional acting experience to share with young students. Kids Tap (ages 8+up) *younger with special permission This class taught by Rosie Sharkey will encourage and challenge blooming young tappers and take skill building and technique to the next level. Learn to be a musician and dancer at the same time. Tiny Tappers (ages 4-8) A perfect dance class for our littlest stars. They will get a great introduction to tap dancing and tap dance performance as well as how to move on stage and have fun on stage with others. Performance Workshop (ages 13+) Performance Workshop is an audition based class for students 13+ who are ready to work in depth on solos, duets and small ensembles. The focus will be on more detailed study of characterization and emotional connection to music while maintaining healthy vocal technique. Large ensemble work for the Spring Revue will be in combination with Production Workshop. 
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