Our Musical Theater class offers a comprehensive exploration of the various elements involved in creating and performing in musical theater productions. Students can expect to cover the following topics:
Acting Techniques: Learning how to portray characters authentically on stage, including character development, emotional expression, and stage presence specific to musical theater.
Vocal Training: Developing singing skills tailored to musical theater, including vocal warm-ups, breath control, diction, and interpretation of song lyrics.
Dance Training: Exploring different dance styles commonly used in musical theater, such as jazz, tap, ballet, and modern dance, along with choreography and movement techniques.
Audition Preparation: Understanding the audition process for musical theater productions, selecting appropriate audition material, and practicing audition techniques to showcase talents effectively.
Musical Repertoire: Studying songs and scenes from various musicals, analyzing lyrics, melodies, and character motivations to understand the storytelling aspect of musical theater.
Performance Skills: Practicing performing in front of an audience, including stage blocking, timing, projection, and interacting with other performers on stage.
Collaborative Process: Learning about the collaborative nature of musical theater production, working with directors, choreographers, music directors, and fellow performers to create cohesive and engaging performances.
Stagecraft and Technical Elements: Understanding the technical aspects of theater production, such as stage lighting, sound design, set design, and costume selection, to enhance the overall theatrical experience.
Historical and Cultural Context: Exploring the history of musical theater, influential composers, writers, directors, and performers, as well as the cultural significance and evolution of the art form over time.
Individualized Feedback and Growth: Receiving personalized feedback from instructors to improve skills, overcome challenges, and develop as a performer, with opportunities for growth and self-expression in a supportive learning environment.
Overall, this musical theater class provides students with a well-rounded education in the art form, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue their passion for musical theater both on and off the stage.
Elementary Musical Theater (Ages 8-10 or 6+ with previous experience)
This fulfilling class gives the practitioner the change to stretch themselves into performance avenues of song, dance, and spoken text. Recommendations:
Be able to focus for 1 hour class
Must wear class appropriate clothing and hair off of the face.
Musical Theater (Ages 12+)
Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the stage, this class offers a vibrant and inclusive environment for ages 12+ of all levels to explore, create, and thrive in the magic of musical theater. Recommendations: