2023-2024 Season
Musical Theatre 2 Upper Elementary
Grades 3rd-5th.
This is a high energy combination class focusing on voice, acting and dance. Students will learn to "connect the dots" between the three legs of musical theatre as well as make connections to history, math, geography and so much more. We look at onstage skills- blocking, stage directions, stage movement, stage presence and projection, while we combine voices and dance for exciting production numbers. Students learn to express themselves musically and dramatically while developing self confidence and performance skills.
Ages 8 - 11
Grades 3rd-5th.
This is a high energy combination class focusing on voice, acting and dance. Students will learn to "connect the dots" between the three legs of musical theatre as well as make connections to history, math, geography and so much more. We look at onstage skills- blocking, stage directions, stage movement, stage presence and projection, while we combine voices and dance for exciting production numbers. Students learn to express themselves musically and dramatically while developing self confidence and performance skills.
Ages 8 - 11
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Choral Performance Level 1
Grades 3-5* younger students with permission
Students will learn proper vocal technique along with ennuciation and projection. Sight Singing and harmony singing will be emphasized long with showmanship.
For students who love to sing! This class will cover contemporary songs (pop, musical theatre, and religious) with the goal of performing throughout the community. Our eventual goal is to record and film our numbers with added choreography. This class has been split with two age groups. Teen Voice and Youth Voice
Ages 8 - 11
Grades 3-5* younger students with permission
Students will learn proper vocal technique along with ennuciation and projection. Sight Singing and harmony singing will be emphasized long with showmanship.
For students who love to sing! This class will cover contemporary songs (pop, musical theatre, and religious) with the goal of performing throughout the community. Our eventual goal is to record and film our numbers with added choreography. This class has been split with two age groups. Teen Voice and Youth Voice
Ages 8 - 11
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Combo Dance 3
Combo Dance 3
Grades: K-3
Building upon skills learned in Dance I and II. This class offers a jazz unit and continues to build on fundamentals and techniques in ballet, tap and jazz. Recommended for grades 1-4. If you were in Tuesday 5:00-6:00 last year and are going into grades 1-4, please join this class!
Ages 6 - 9
Combo Dance 3
Grades: K-3
Building upon skills learned in Dance I and II. This class offers a jazz unit and continues to build on fundamentals and techniques in ballet, tap and jazz. Recommended for grades 1-4. If you were in Tuesday 5:00-6:00 last year and are going into grades 1-4, please join this class!
Ages 6 - 9
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Vocal/Choral Performance 2
Grades 6th-12th
Highly recommended for students wanting to be involved in the MainStage Broadway Series throughout the year.
For students who love to sing! This class will cover contemporary songs (pop, musical theatre, and religious) with the goal of performing throughout the community. Our eventual goal is to record and film our numbers with added choreography. This class has been split with two age groups. Teen Voice and Youth Voice. This is a great opportunity to build something from the ground up. Vocal style and performance will be emphasized.
Ages 11 - 19
Grades 6th-12th
Highly recommended for students wanting to be involved in the MainStage Broadway Series throughout the year.
For students who love to sing! This class will cover contemporary songs (pop, musical theatre, and religious) with the goal of performing throughout the community. Our eventual goal is to record and film our numbers with added choreography. This class has been split with two age groups. Teen Voice and Youth Voice. This is a great opportunity to build something from the ground up. Vocal style and performance will be emphasized.
Ages 11 - 19
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Advance Tap & Jazz 1
Combo Dance 5
Grades 7-9
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 5 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. This is an option for those in Thursday 5:30 class last year. Another option is Combo Dance 4. **Not for beginners (look at Combo Dance 4 for older beginners)
Ages 12 - 19
Combo Dance 5
Grades 7-9
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 5 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. This is an option for those in Thursday 5:30 class last year. Another option is Combo Dance 4. **Not for beginners (look at Combo Dance 4 for older beginners)
Ages 12 - 19
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Middle School Drama
Middle School Drama
Grades 6th-8th
Scripts and more scripts! Each class will feature a drama game warm-up followed by scene work and short plays. All students can expect to be cast in several pieces each month. We will work on monologues and work on accessing emotions for believable characters. Students will be expected to work together to create artistic and entertaining short plays and skits. We will work on comedic timing as we try our hand at parodies.
Ages 11 - 14
Middle School Drama
Grades 6th-8th
Scripts and more scripts! Each class will feature a drama game warm-up followed by scene work and short plays. All students can expect to be cast in several pieces each month. We will work on monologues and work on accessing emotions for believable characters. Students will be expected to work together to create artistic and entertaining short plays and skits. We will work on comedic timing as we try our hand at parodies.
Ages 11 - 14
Tuesday
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Hip Hop FUNdamentals
Hip Hop 1
Grades K-3
Very popular class! This class focuses on coordination and energy with hip hop fundamentals as the focus! Following hip hop techniques, students will learn combinations (memory skill) and exercises to strengthen their skills in choreography retention and body control. This is a fast paced, high energy class!
Ages 5 - 8
Hip Hop 1
Grades K-3
Very popular class! This class focuses on coordination and energy with hip hop fundamentals as the focus! Following hip hop techniques, students will learn combinations (memory skill) and exercises to strengthen their skills in choreography retention and body control. This is a fast paced, high energy class!
Ages 5 - 8
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Musical Theatre 3 Middle School
Middle School Musical Theatre
Grades 6-8th
This is a high energy combination class focusing on voice, acting and dance. Students will learn to "connect the dots" between the three legs of musical theatre as well as make connections to history, math, geography and so much more. We look at onstage skills- blocking, stage directions, stage movement, stage presence and projection, while we combine voices and dance for exciting production numbers. Students learn to express themselves musically and dramatically while developing self confidence and performance skills.
Ages 11 - 14
Middle School Musical Theatre
Grades 6-8th
This is a high energy combination class focusing on voice, acting and dance. Students will learn to "connect the dots" between the three legs of musical theatre as well as make connections to history, math, geography and so much more. We look at onstage skills- blocking, stage directions, stage movement, stage presence and projection, while we combine voices and dance for exciting production numbers. Students learn to express themselves musically and dramatically while developing self confidence and performance skills.
Ages 11 - 14
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Dance Combo 1/2
Combo Dance I & 2
Ages: 3-5 (Pre-K to Kindergarten)
Our very youngest will enjoy learning beginning ballet and tap technique through games and dance combinations. Students will also work on gymnastics skills on the mat. These little ones will enjoy age appropriate music, role playing, and a very personal touch from Ms. Wheeler and assistants. Expect giggles! Tap and ballet shoes, as well as dance clothes required. Body control, self esteem, balance, and large motor skills are just some extra perks of this class! **Must be working to Potty Training/in Pull-Ups
Ages 3 - 5
Combo Dance I & 2
Ages: 3-5 (Pre-K to Kindergarten)
Our very youngest will enjoy learning beginning ballet and tap technique through games and dance combinations. Students will also work on gymnastics skills on the mat. These little ones will enjoy age appropriate music, role playing, and a very personal touch from Ms. Wheeler and assistants. Expect giggles! Tap and ballet shoes, as well as dance clothes required. Body control, self esteem, balance, and large motor skills are just some extra perks of this class! **Must be working to Potty Training/in Pull-Ups
Ages 3 - 5
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Combo Dance 4
Combo Dance 4
Grades: 4-7
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Still a combo class with ballet technique. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 4 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. **Part of the now split Tuesday 5:00 Dance. If you are going into 5-7th grades, please join this combo class. **Younger student by permission only.
Ages 9 - 14
Combo Dance 4
Grades: 4-7
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Still a combo class with ballet technique. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 4 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. **Part of the now split Tuesday 5:00 Dance. If you are going into 5-7th grades, please join this combo class. **Younger student by permission only.
Ages 9 - 14
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Hip Hop 3 - Teen
This class is full
Hip Hop 3
Grades 7+
Great class for high school beginners and advanced students alike! This class focuses on a combination a week in the hip hop genre. Students will work on choreography retention, matching style and body controlled details. This class is high energy and face paced- sure to get you sweating! *Younger students by permission only
Ages 11 - 19
This class is full
Hip Hop 3
Grades 7+
Great class for high school beginners and advanced students alike! This class focuses on a combination a week in the hip hop genre. Students will work on choreography retention, matching style and body controlled details. This class is high energy and face paced- sure to get you sweating! *Younger students by permission only
Ages 11 - 19
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Ballet 2
Ballet 2
Grades 8-12
For the serious dance student wishing to increase their knowledge of ballet and ballet combinations. Students can expect an intense class of ballet floor work with new technique and style introduced in each class. Highly suggested for those interested in Musical Theatre and/or Dance Team.
Ages 13 - 19
Ballet 2
Grades 8-12
For the serious dance student wishing to increase their knowledge of ballet and ballet combinations. Students can expect an intense class of ballet floor work with new technique and style introduced in each class. Highly suggested for those interested in Musical Theatre and/or Dance Team.
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Advanced Dance 2
Advanced Dance 2
Grades 8+
The highest level of dance training at MainStage. This class focuses on movement quality, technique and overall dance execution.
Ages 13 - 19
Advanced Dance 2
Grades 8+
The highest level of dance training at MainStage. This class focuses on movement quality, technique and overall dance execution.
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Open Improv
Open Improv
Grades: 3rd-8th
Fun, energy, creativity are equal parts of this popular class. Students learn to create in the moment and think on their feet. Improv skills are an important of learning to be excellent actors and to creating strong characters. It is also is great for building confidence and learning to make good choices on stage and off. An extra plus - lots of laughter
Ages 8 - 14
Open Improv
Grades: 3rd-8th
Fun, energy, creativity are equal parts of this popular class. Students learn to create in the moment and think on their feet. Improv skills are an important of learning to be excellent actors and to creating strong characters. It is also is great for building confidence and learning to make good choices on stage and off. An extra plus - lots of laughter
Ages 8 - 14
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Musical Theatre 1 Lower Elementary
Lower Elementary Musical Theatre 1
Grades: (K-2nd)
Suggested for: NEW or continuing students K-2 wishing to learn about the wonderful world of theatre! This is a combination class (singing, acting, and movement) where children can reach their full potential with lots of learning and FUN! This class strengthens musical theatre elements through Broadway and popular music repertoire- interpreting these selections both musically and dramatically. Acting skills and storytelling skills are learned and shared with small classroom performances throughout the year!
Ages 5 - 8
Lower Elementary Musical Theatre 1
Grades: (K-2nd)
Suggested for: NEW or continuing students K-2 wishing to learn about the wonderful world of theatre! This is a combination class (singing, acting, and movement) where children can reach their full potential with lots of learning and FUN! This class strengthens musical theatre elements through Broadway and popular music repertoire- interpreting these selections both musically and dramatically. Acting skills and storytelling skills are learned and shared with small classroom performances throughout the year!
Ages 5 - 8
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Progressions
Progressions
Grades 7+
A class that focuses solely on jazz technique. We will work on strengthening exercises and drill skills across the floor. This class focuses heavily on turns, kicks and leaps. **Advanced Level Only, must be pre-approved.
Ages 11 - 19
Progressions
Grades 7+
A class that focuses solely on jazz technique. We will work on strengthening exercises and drill skills across the floor. This class focuses heavily on turns, kicks and leaps. **Advanced Level Only, must be pre-approved.
Ages 11 - 19
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Stagecraft/Props
For the artistic and creative who wish to learn more about making theatre magic behind the scenes. We will build and paint flats, learn about the different set construction materials, learn painting techniques and use unusual materials for props. For Middle School - High School
Ages 11 - 19
For the artistic and creative who wish to learn more about making theatre magic behind the scenes. We will build and paint flats, learn about the different set construction materials, learn painting techniques and use unusual materials for props. For Middle School - High School
Ages 11 - 19
Thursday
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Hip Hop 2
Hip Hop 2
Grades 4-7
Very popular class! This class focuses on coordination and energy with hip hop fundamentals as the focus! Following hip hop techniques, students will learn combinations (memory skill) and exercises to strengthen their skills in choreography retention and body control. This is a fast paced, high energy class!
Ages 9 - 12
Hip Hop 2
Grades 4-7
Very popular class! This class focuses on coordination and energy with hip hop fundamentals as the focus! Following hip hop techniques, students will learn combinations (memory skill) and exercises to strengthen their skills in choreography retention and body control. This is a fast paced, high energy class!
Ages 9 - 12
Thursday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Teen Improv/Adv. Drama
Teen Drama/Improv
Grades 9-12
We will begin with improv and warm-up games, you can still take this class if you have to arrive late due to transportation. All of the best of an improv class combined with serious scene work. Students can expect to be cast in several short scenes, from parodies to contemporary works from plays and movies. Character development and different acting theories will be explored. This class is suggested for those students wishing to develop as more proficient actors. We will also work on audition skills and students can expect strong constructive criticism.
Ages 14 - 19
Teen Drama/Improv
Grades 9-12
We will begin with improv and warm-up games, you can still take this class if you have to arrive late due to transportation. All of the best of an improv class combined with serious scene work. Students can expect to be cast in several short scenes, from parodies to contemporary works from plays and movies. Character development and different acting theories will be explored. This class is suggested for those students wishing to develop as more proficient actors. We will also work on audition skills and students can expect strong constructive criticism.
Ages 14 - 19
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Ballet 1
Ballet 1
Grades: 5+
Classical Ballet class. Barre, Center, Across the Floor. This class will follow the fundamentals of ballet, allowing students to build a strong technical foundation and focus on their body alignment and skills that will help in all other dance forms!
Ages 10 - 19
Ballet 1
Grades: 5+
Classical Ballet class. Barre, Center, Across the Floor. This class will follow the fundamentals of ballet, allowing students to build a strong technical foundation and focus on their body alignment and skills that will help in all other dance forms!
Ages 10 - 19
Thursday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Teen Block
Teen Drama/Improv
Grades 9-12
We will begin with improv and warm-up games, you can still take this class if you have to arrive late due to transportation. All of the best of an improv class combined with serious scene work. Students can expect to be cast in several short scenes, from parodies to contemporary works from plays and movies. Character development and different acting theories will be explored. This class is suggested for those students wishing to develop as more proficient actors. We will also work on audition skills and students can expect strong constructive criticism.
Ages 14 - 19
Teen Drama/Improv
Grades 9-12
We will begin with improv and warm-up games, you can still take this class if you have to arrive late due to transportation. All of the best of an improv class combined with serious scene work. Students can expect to be cast in several short scenes, from parodies to contemporary works from plays and movies. Character development and different acting theories will be explored. This class is suggested for those students wishing to develop as more proficient actors. We will also work on audition skills and students can expect strong constructive criticism.
Ages 14 - 19
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
Combo Dance 5
Combo Dance 4
Grades: 5-7
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Still a combo class with ballet technique. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 4 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. **Part of the now split Tuesday 5:00 Dance. If you are going into 5-7th grades, please join this combo class. **Younger student by permission only.
Ages 10 - 13
Combo Dance 4
Grades: 5-7
For students who want to continue tap and jazz. Still a combo class with ballet technique. Techniques will be built upon, and students will focus on body alignment, harder technique skills and choreography retention more this year! The focus of Dance 4 is to notice details and begin self-monitoring for corrections and improvement. **Part of the now split Tuesday 5:00 Dance. If you are going into 5-7th grades, please join this combo class. **Younger student by permission only.
Ages 10 - 13
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Triple Threat
This class is full
Triple Threat
Grades 7+
Fan favorite! This class is tap and jazz techniques that focus on movement made for Broadway. Advanced level. Will require work at home ( especially if you are newer to dance). Every week, students will sharpen their technique skills and learn movement from a different Broadway show. This class will get you audition ready!
Ages 11 - 19
This class is full
Triple Threat
Grades 7+
Fan favorite! This class is tap and jazz techniques that focus on movement made for Broadway. Advanced level. Will require work at home ( especially if you are newer to dance). Every week, students will sharpen their technique skills and learn movement from a different Broadway show. This class will get you audition ready!
Ages 11 - 19
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Pre pointe/Pointe
Pre-Pointe/Pointe
Grades 8+
For advanced dancers. Will require a trip to Nashville for a pointe shoe fitting. We will work to strengthen ankles and core before taking the whole class en pointe. **Only open to dancers actively looking for specialized pointe technique.
Ages 12 - 19
Pre-Pointe/Pointe
Grades 8+
For advanced dancers. Will require a trip to Nashville for a pointe shoe fitting. We will work to strengthen ankles and core before taking the whole class en pointe. **Only open to dancers actively looking for specialized pointe technique.
Ages 12 - 19
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Dance Conditioning and Sculpt
Dance Conditioning and Sculpt
Grades 5+
And intense workout - perfect for dancers, athletes, and those looking to reduce stress (Parents are welcome!) If you’ve taken Ms. Wheeler’s conditioning class, you know how intense this is and how good it feels to complete the class. Build strength and endurance in great company.
Ages 10 - 19
Dance Conditioning and Sculpt
Grades 5+
And intense workout - perfect for dancers, athletes, and those looking to reduce stress (Parents are welcome!) If you’ve taken Ms. Wheeler’s conditioning class, you know how intense this is and how good it feels to complete the class. Build strength and endurance in great company.
Ages 10 - 19
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Dance
MainStage
MainStage
Summer 2024
Willy Wonka
Join our Willy Wonka summer camp, June 17 - 28 from 10:00-5:00. We will explore the world of imagination and chocolate! Campers will learn stage skills, teamwork, along with vocal and dance skills. At the end of our camp, we will present three productions of Willy Wonka Kids! Several of our older students serve as counselors and mentor our younger students. Beautiful friendships are created as children learn the magic of theatre.
Ages 5 - 11
Join our Willy Wonka summer camp, June 17 - 28 from 10:00-5:00. We will explore the world of imagination and chocolate! Campers will learn stage skills, teamwork, along with vocal and dance skills. At the end of our camp, we will present three productions of Willy Wonka Kids! Several of our older students serve as counselors and mentor our younger students. Beautiful friendships are created as children learn the magic of theatre.
Ages 5 - 11
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Musical Theatre
MainStage
MainStage
$50.00