workshops & Masterclasses
Adult Broadway Jazz Masterclass
Tuesday, May 7 | 7:00-9:00pm
Instructor: Liz Ewing
This adult dance workshop is for intermediate dancers. In this fast-moving class, students will learn the steps of Broadway dance by focusing on performance, musicality, expression and interpretation. This workshop will include a jazz warm-up, across the floor exercises, and learning a choreographed dance in the Broadway style to a musical theatre song. Jazz shoes are recommended.
Ages 19+ | $45
Located in Studio One
Country Line Dancing
Friday, May 10 | 6:30-7:30pm
Instructor: Liz Ewing
Join Liz Ewing for a fun night socializing and learning country line dances at the Academy of The Company Theatre! Put on your cowboy boots, leave your achy-breaky heart at home, and come have a good time! (Ages 18+)
Ages 18+ | $25
Located in Gala Room
teen audition prep workshop
Saturday, may 11 | 1:00-2:00pm
Instructor: Jennifer Schaffer
Back by popular demand! Audition Prep Workshop with Company Theatre Favorite, Jennifer Shaffer. Do cold readings at auditions stress you out? Become an auditioning pro under the guidance of Jennifer Schaffer! Students will practice cold readings alone or in small groups while Jennifer gives you all the tips and tricks you need to succeed.
Ages 12-19 | $45
Located in Studio One
Adult auditioning workshop (4-week intensive)
june 7–june 28 | 7:00-9:00pm
Instructor: Derek and Carol Stearns
Instructors Carol & Derek Stearns return for this Adult Auditioning Workshop! Learn how to audition and hone your skills with cold readings and monologues. Runs for 4 weeks on Fridays, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, starting June 7. (Note: Adult students can audit this class for $100 if they would prefer to observe rather than participate. Contact the Education Coordinator for this option).
Ages 18+ | $240
Located in Gala Room
Adult Classes
Adult Acting - Session 2
Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30pm
Beginning March 20
Instructor: Christa Dunn
For the beginning adult performer, or those returning to the stage after a hiatus, this class will focus on the core principles of scenework, monologues, projection, diction, characterization, physicality, and emoting. Audition preparation will also be covered.
Ages 18+
Tuition: $130
Located in Studio One
Meets for Six Weeks: March 20 - May 1 (No Class on April 17)
Adult broadway jazz - intermediate - session 2
tuesdays | 7:00-8:00pm
Beginning March 19
Instructor: Liz Ewing
This adult dance class is for intermediate dancers. This fast-moving class teaches the steps of Broadway dance by focusing on performance, musicality, expression, and interpretation. Each session involves a jazz warm-up, across-the-floor exercises, and learning a choreographed dance in the Broadway-style to a musical theatre song. Jazz shoes are recommended. Previous dance experience is required.
Ages 19+
Tuition: $130
Located in Studio One
Meets for Six Weeks: March 19 - April 30 (No Class on April 16)
Adult Improv - Session 2
tuesdays | 7:00-8:00pm
Beginning March 19
Instructor: Christa Dunn
Have trouble speaking extemporaneously? Hate giving that big presentation at work? Love shows like “Whose Line Is It, Anyway?” This class geared towards adults will teach students how to say Yes, and, to listen and react, to create memorable characters and build compelling scenes spontaneously, to work well as part of a comedic ensemble, to build confidence in speaking without a script, and to have a lot of laughs. Class time will focus on games, good theatre practices, and short-form scene work. Theatrical experience is a plus but definitely not required.
Ages 18+
Tuition: $130
Located in the Gala Room
Meets for Six Weeks: March 19 - April 30 (No Class on April 16)
adult tap - Session 2
wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm
Beginning March 20
Instructor: Diana Gossard
Designed for the advanced beginner, you’ll love this Tap class with dance instructor Diana Gossard! This class will review the basics of Tap, and can be adapted to meet the individual levels of experience students bring to the studio. Some previous Tap experience is recommended, though not required. This class is designed for adults and young adults alike, ages 16 and up.
Ages 16+
Tuition: $130
Located in Studio One
Meets for Six Weeks: March 20 - May 1 (No Classes on April 17)
on camera acting - session 2
thursdays | 6:00-7:00pm
Beginning March 21
Instructor: Danny Bolton & Michael Hammond
Lights! Camera! Fun! This course will explore with students the basic requirements of acting on camera. Using actual commercial copy and film and video scripts, we’ll work on ways in which to adjust acting styles to effectively fit into the onscreen world. Through video recording and playback of acting exercises, students will be guided through a hands-on experience of working on set and “hitting their marks.”
Ages 16+
Tuition: $130
Located in the Loft
Meets for Six Weeks: March 21 - May 2 (No Class on April 18)
Youth Classes
A.C.T Junior
tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm
beginning January 30
Instructor: Christa Dunn & Julia Hoitt
Children spend each class learning songs, dances, making crafts, and making believe. This specially designed offering will introduce young ones to the arts while they explore their creativity and build their confidence in a fun and nurturing environment!
Ages 5-7
Tuition: $295
Located in the Gala Room
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
A.C.T Tech nights
Wednesdays | 7:00-9:00pm
Beginning Janaury 30
Instructor: Christie Reading
In this course, teens will learn the ins and outs of set construction, stage management, lighting, prop and sound design and more from the pros in a working theatre! Join technical theatre teacher Christie Reading for this weekly course where students will get hands-on experience while working on and designing pieces that will be used in The Company Theatre’s award-winning musicals. For students who graduate successfully from this program, there will be opportunities to work on our technical team during one of our shows. No prior technical experience is necessary.
Ages 12-18
Tuition: $295
Located in the Scene Shop
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 31 - May 7 (No Class on February 21 or April 17)
acting for film & tv
tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm
Beginning january 30
Instructor: Michael Hammond
Actors, camera operators, and directors needed! The class becomes a production company that creates and stars in their own videos. Acting for film and TV is different from acting on stage. Relate to your fellow actor in a believable conversation while finding your mark, using your eyes, face, and subtle body language to convey emotion. This class will explore the fine acting techniques used in film and television, and give you the confidence to act in front of a camera.
Ages 11-14
Tuition: $295
Located in the Loft
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
Center stage 1
Thursdays | 4:00-5:00pm
Beginning February 1
Instructor: Christie Reading & Robert McDonough
Center Stage classes are comprehensive introductions to the techniques and skills needed to have fun and succeed in musical theatre. Students will be guided through a curriculum of instruction in acting, singing, music theory, and movement. Each class is divided up into mini vocal, dance and acting lessons that include lively activities taught by two or more instructors. Students will also receive coaching in the art of auditioning.
Ages 7-11
Tuition: $295
Located in Studio One
Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
center stage 2
tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm
Beginning January 30
Instructor: Mel Carubia & Robert McDonough
Center Stage classes are comprehensive introductions to the techniques and skills needed to have fun and succeed in musical theatre. Students will be guided through a curriculum of instruction in acting, singing, music theory, and movement. Each class is divided up into mini vocal, dance, and acting lessons that include lively activities taught by two or more instructors. Students will also receive coaching in the art of auditioning.
Ages 12-18
Tuition: $295
Located in Studio One
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)
children's acting
thursdays | 5:00-6:00pm
Beginning February 1
Instructor: Christie Reading
This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of acting technique in a fun and exciting environment. Students will explore theatre games, improv, monologues, voice and speech work, physicality, and short scenes! Must be able to read.
Ages 8-12
Tuition: $295
Located in Studio One
Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
dance - youth tap
Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm
Beginning february 1
Instructor: Brandy Nickerson
This intermediate class is designed for students with some previous Tap experience, however, we welcome students of all experience levels! This class will review the basics of Tap, and can be adapted to meet the individual levels of experience students bring to the studio. Students will perform a dance in the Spring Showcase at the end of the semester. (Tap shoes are required).
Ages 8-12
Tuition: $275
Located in Studio Two
Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
dance - youth jazz & lyrical
thursdays | 5:15-6:00pm
Beginning February 1
Instructor: Brandy Nickerson
This combo class will focus on both Jazz and Lyrical dance styles. Previous experience in these areas is a plus, but definitely not required! Students will perform a dance in the Spring Showcase at the end of the semester.
Ages 8-12
Tuition: $275
Located in Studio Two
Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1- May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
dance - teen tap
thursdays | 6:00-6:45pm
Beginning February 1
Instructor: Brandy Nickerson
This intermediate class is designed for students with some previous Tap experience, however, we welcome students of all experience levels! This class will review the basics of Tap, and can be adapted to meet the individual levels of experience students bring to the studio. Students will perform a dance in the Spring Showcase at the end of the semester. (Tap shoes are required).
Ages 13+
Tuition: $275
Located in Studio Two
Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
dance - teen jazz
thursdays | 6:45-7:30pm
Beginning february 1
Instructor: Brandy Nickerson
This class will explore one of the most popular dance styles of the Broadway stage: Jazz! Known for its animated expressions and sharp yet fluid motions, Jazz is a great option for those looking to improve their movement on stage. Designed for teens of all experience levels. (Jazz shoes recommended).
Ages 13+
Tuition: $275
Located in Studio Two
Meets for S13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
Disney Legends
Mondays | 6:00-7:00pm
Beginning January 29
Instructor: Bella Seney
This class will look at Disney movies and explore the personalities of the iconic characters from them. Kids will also look at Disney movies that have made the jump to the stage, look at how that was done, then create a performance piece of their own mishmash of Disney franchises.
Ages 8-12
Tuition: $295
Located in the Gala Room
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 29 - May 6 (No Class on February 19 or April 15)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
fractured fairy tales
Mondays | 5:00-6:00pm
Beginning January 29
Instructor: Bella Seney
In this class, students will play theatre games, learn about improv, discover the basics of acting and use all these skills to create or recreate our own stories. We will incorporate fairytales, legends, fables and mythology to create our own mini show! (Ability to read is required).
Ages 8-14
Tuition: $295
Located in the Gala Room
Meets for 13 Weeks: January 29 - May 6 (No Class on February 19 or April 15)
Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM
our teachers
Mel Carubia
Christie Reading
Brandy Nickerson
Danny Bolton
Bella Seney
Michael Hammond
Liz Ewing
Christa Dunn
Carol Stearns
Derek Stearns
Diana Gossard