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Conservatory Spring '26

$1,000

with Ashley Kirchner

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

Ages 10-18

Playhouse Stage Conservatory - a multi-faceted training opportunity for pre-professional musical theatre students. Classes run Tuesday through Friday, with exact hours varying depending on level placement. The Conservatory will include the opportunity to take Acting, Tap, Ballet, Musical Theatre Dance, & Coaching classes weekly. Students will be placed by level for each technique, allowing instructors to provide appropriately leveled training and a student specific schedule and curriculum. Levels will be based on instructor evaluation. The Conservatory's five weekly classes are intended for students who plan to audition for Playhouse Stage Academy productions or pursue BFA programs in college.

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!

Musical Theatre Dance - Beginner / Intermediate (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Gabi Bazinet Douglas

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 30, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 9 weeks

For 6th - 8th Grade or 9th-12th Grade Beginners

Jazz technique, strength and flexibility, and performance - all rolled into one! Come dance with us every week as we warm up the body, improve our placement and line, and then rock it out with a combination from your favorite musicals!

Technical Theatre (Semester - Spring)

$275

with Gabi Bazinet Douglas

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 31, 2026 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.





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