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Conservatory

$1,750

with Ashley Kirchner

Calendar Current session started Sep 17, 2025 , runs for 18 weeks

Grades 6-12

Playhouse Stage Conservatory offers a comprehensive training program designed for pre-professional musical theatre students. Classes are held Tuesday through Friday from 5:00–7:00 PM, with schedules varying based on class placement and student age. Ahead of your first week, students will receive initial class placements from our Director of Education, which may be adjusted throughout the year to reflect individual growth and development.

Check out playhousestageacademy.org/education-calendar to see weekly schedule for approximate class times based on age!

Each week, students participate in a range of core classes, including Acting, Tap, Ballet, Musical Theatre Dance, and Musical Theatre Techniques. Additional optional classes—such as Pilates and College Prep—are also available and included in the Conservatory tuition. Students are placed into levels for each discipline based on instructor evaluations, ensuring that training is appropriately challenging and tailored to individual needs. On average, students attend five to seven classes per week, all designed to support their preparation for Playhouse Stage Academy productions or for admission to collegiate BFA programs in musical theatre.

Technical Theatre (Semester - Fall)

$275

with Gabi Bazinet Douglas

Calendar Current session started Sep 20, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 9 weeks

For 6th - 12th Grade

This hands-on course introduces students in grades 6–12 to the exciting world of technical theatre, covering key areas such as stage management and design. Emphasizing collaboration and creativity, delving into the different technical roles that bring performances to life. No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to explore the art and craft of theatre production.

Technical Theatre (Year)

$450

with Gabi Bazinet Douglas

Calendar Current session started Sep 20, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 18 weeks

For 6th - 12th Grade

This hands-on course introduces students in grades 6–12 to the exciting world of technical theatre, covering key areas such as stage management and design. Emphasizing collaboration and creativity, delving into the different technical roles that bring performances to life. No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to explore the art and craft of theatre production.

Tap - Beginner / Intermediate (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Gabi Bazinet Douglas

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 27, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Grades 6-12

For beginning and intermediate dance students of all ages seeking the fundamentals of tap. Learn and build upon the basics of tap dance, and improving your rhythm and coordination.

Acting - Beginner / Intermediate (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Lance Douglas

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 29, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Grades 6-8

Learn the foundations of a variety of acting techniques! Explore improvisation and characterization to begin building a "tool belt" of tactics - improving your confidence and performance as a young actor.

Ballet/Modern - Intermediate / Advanced (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Ashley Kirchner

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 29, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Grades 6-12th by Instructor Placement

Strengthen body and core, learn proper alignment, and develop strong ballet & modern technique that will be essential to all other dance techniques required in musical theatre. This is an intermediate / advanced level class for all ages.

Ballet/Modern - Beginner (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Ashley Kirchner

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 29, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Grade 6-12

Strengthen body and core, learn proper alignment, and develop strong ballet & modern technique that will be essential to all other dance techniques required in musical theatre. This is an beginner level class for all ages.

Musical Theatre Techniques - Intermediate (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Lance Douglas

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 30, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Grades 6-8

Focusing on presenting strong, emotionally driven performances through song, students will work on song interpretation in a master class setting. Text analysis, acting exercises and emotional work will take your performance to the next level. All aspects of Musical Theatre performance will play a role in this class - from vocal instruction to physical movement to scenework. Formerly called "Coaching" this class is an ideal place for any student who loves to perform in musicals!





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