Musical Theatre
Song, dance, and acting rolled into one for ages 4 to 17.
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What Is It?
Musical theatre is the triple threat — dance, acting, and singing all in one joyful, high-energy class. Kids build performance confidence, stage presence, expression, and teamwork while learning to tell a story through movement and song. It's a natural fit for the Productions approach, because every class already points toward a real show.
Our musical theatre program grows with dancers from ages roughly 4 through 17, starting with Mini Music for little performers and building into Youth and Jr/Teen Musical Theatre Song and Dance. We also run a Musical Theater intensive in the summer. For the child who lights up when the music starts and loves to be on stage, musical theatre is the place to shine — no experience needed, just bring the enthusiasm.
Levels & Progression
Musical theatre at Productions blends dance, acting, and singing, with a pathway that grows alongside your young performer:
- Mini Music A playful first introduction to song and movement for our youngest performers (ages ~4+).
- Youth Musical Theatre Song & Dance Building performance skills across dance, acting, and voice.
- Jr/Teen Musical Theatre Song & Dance Advancing storytelling, technique, and stage presence.
- Summer Musical Theater Intensive A seasonal deep-dive that ties directly into our productions.
Instructors
Dr Megan MacDonald
Faculty, Music & Vocal Arts
Kasey Cheslow
Faculty, Musical Theater & Dance
What to Wear
- Hair: Pulled back and out of the face.
- Attire: Comfortable clothes you can move and dance in — nothing restrictive.
- Shoes: No street shoes on the studio floor; jazz shoes or clean indoor dance shoes work well. Ask us if a specific number calls for something different.
- Jewelry: Keep it minimal so it doesn't distract from performing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my child perform? (musical theatre)
Yes! Musical theatre ties directly into our productions, and dancers perform in the Winter Holiday Show and Spring Production. We also run a Musical Theater intensive each summer.
What should my dancer wear? (musical theatre)
Comfortable clothes they can move in, hair pulled back, and no street shoes on the floor. Jazz shoes or clean indoor dance shoes are a good default.
Does my child need singing or dance experience?
No experience needed. Classes are built to introduce all three skills — dance, acting, and singing — at an age-appropriate pace.
What age can my child start musical theatre?
We start little performers around age 4 in Mini Music, then continue through Youth and Jr/Teen Musical Theatre Song and Dance classes up to age 17.
What does a musical theatre class include?
Musical theatre blends dance, acting, and singing, so dancers learn to tell a story on stage. Our classes build performance confidence and teamwork in a fun, supportive setting.