Junior Musical Theater (ages 8-12)
3:45-Students in this division prepare and perform in our fall and spring productions. Students learn and perform character dancing ensemble roles, theatrical dancing, ballet, (sometimes) partnering, and stage acting. They participate in vocal class and may also participate in singing roles. All students are expected to participate in a spring exam showing their growth in these areas.
Mandatory Classes
Mondays
4:00-4:55 Dance Rehearsal with vocal
9:15-11:45 am Drama Camp--Monday, February 19* (instead of regular class)
*Drama camp is a basic part of the students' learning regimen and is included in their tuition. It will be taught by Jenee Grassle. Students will learn acting techniques to help them to be more believable and professional on stage. The camp will end with an opportunity for students to present short works to their parents in a studio performance in front of our black curtains.
Suggested Classes (if dancer wishes to increase dance technique, which will now be taught separately from Mondays)
Wednesdays
3:45-4:25 Fun & Foundations B (if age 8)
4:25-5:05 Fun & Foundations C (if age 9-12)
Fridays
10:30-10:50 Stretching/Conditioning/Acro and Open Ballet Combo
10:55-12:30 Open Ballet/Beginning Tap Combo
10:30-12:30 Stretching/Conditioning/Open Ballet/Beginning Tap Combo
Mandatory Classes
Mondays
4:00-4:55 Dance Rehearsal with vocal
9:15-11:45 am Drama Camp--Monday, February 19* (instead of regular class)
*Drama camp is a basic part of the students' learning regimen and is included in their tuition. It will be taught by Jenee Grassle. Students will learn acting techniques to help them to be more believable and professional on stage. The camp will end with an opportunity for students to present short works to their parents in a studio performance in front of our black curtains.
Suggested Classes (if dancer wishes to increase dance technique, which will now be taught separately from Mondays)
Wednesdays
3:45-4:25 Fun & Foundations B (if age 8)
4:25-5:05 Fun & Foundations C (if age 9-12)
Fridays
10:30-10:50 Stretching/Conditioning/Acro and Open Ballet Combo
10:55-12:30 Open Ballet/Beginning Tap Combo
10:30-12:30 Stretching/Conditioning/Open Ballet/Beginning Tap Combo