Do you have a little one who is born to entertain? In this introductory musical theatre class, young performers will prepare for a life on stage. Focusing on the areas of singing, dancing, and acting. Students will learn the basics of what it takes to prepare for and put on a musical theatre production!

This fun introductory course is a hands-on learning experience where students will explore the foundational elements of theatre. Your student will engage in imaginative and creative play-acting through the use of storytelling, games, and character work.

Students will work on developing proper vocal techniques through vocal warm ups, breath support exercises, and proper sound production. Students will simultaneously learn basic voice vocabulary and how to maintain proper vocal health while learning the basics of music reading and ensemble singing.

In this advanced musical theatre class, students will be challenged to dive deeper into Broadway’s best musicals. Through performance of song, dance, and acting, students will start learning concepts of performance and musical theatre interpretation. NOTE: Admission into this class is by audition only. Students must submit a song and monologue before being allowed into the class. Please submit auditions to aericson@stagesstlouis.org

Throughout the semester your student will learn the foundations of acting in this introductory level course. Students will learn about stage directions, character development, memorization, scene study, and monologue performance.

Do you aspire to have an on-camera career? In this class, your student will learn all of the ‘ins and outs’ of the film industry, and by the end, your student will have a greater understanding of the focus, physicality, and presence needed for the big screen! We recommend completing one or more of our introductory or leveled courses (Intro to Acting or Stage Acting) before enrolling in this class.