
MTP Youth Classes
SESSION START DATE:
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SHOWCASE:
Sunday, December 17th, 2023
1. BROADWAY DANCE
Grades K-2
9:00 - 10:00 AM
$395
BROADWAY DANCE is for the performer interested in the style of dance seen on Broadway. This class will work on your child’s existing dance foundation and explore storytelling through songs from hit musicals. Each class explores the following theatrical fundamentals:
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Technique
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Performance quality
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Choreography retention
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Storytelling and connection to the audience
2. ACTING & IMPROV
Grades K-2
10:15 - 11:15 AM
$395
ACTING & IMPROV explores the basic foundations of acting, public speaking, and improvisational exercises. Each class explores listening, impulse, and narrative and character basics through text, exercises, and theatre games. Each class explores the following theatrical fundamentals:
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Character creation
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Scene study
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Team building and ensemble acting
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Stage presence
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Theater vocabulary and terminology
3. 'ADULT & ME’ TAP CLASS
Grades K-2
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$395
ACTING & IMPROV explores the basic foundations of acting, public speaking, and improvisational exercises. Each class explores listening, impulse, and narrative and character basics through text, exercises, and theatre games. Each class explores the following theatrical fundamentals:
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Character creation
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Scene study
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Team building and ensemble acting
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Stage presence
-
Theater vocabulary and terminology
SUNDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BROADWAY DANCE
CLASS 2: ACTING & IMPROV
Grades K-2
9:00 AM - 11:15 AM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
1. MY FIRST DANCE CLASS!
Grades K-2
3:30 - 4:30 PM
$395
MY FIRST DANCE CLASS creates a warm and positive environment specifically for anyone taking dance class for the first time. Through creative learning, students will begin to learn basic technique and steps that carry through various disciplines of dance. The course focuses on:
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Balance and coordination
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Musicality and rhythm
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Basic ballet and jazz technique
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Stage presence and confidence
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Ensemble performance
2. MTP PRESENTS: FROZEN KIDS
Grades 1-6
5:30 - 7:00 PM
$450
Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite Frozen songs such as “Love Is an Open Door,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” and “Let It Go,” as well as wonderful new songs from the Broadway production. FROZEN KIDS ends in a full performance complete with costumes, sets and lights!
WEDNESDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: MY FIRST DANCE CLASS
CLASS 2: FROZEN KIDS
Grades K-2
4:30 - 7:00 PM
$620
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
1. BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
Grades K-2
4:30 - 5:30 PM
$395
BROADWAY BOOTCAMP is for the young performer ready to become a “triple threat!” This class explores the foundations of musical theater in an ensemble setting. Get ready to shine on stage by learning these key theatrical skills:
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Imagination and storytelling
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Vocal technique and musicality
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Dancing
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Acting
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Ensemble Performance
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Stage Presence
2. GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades K-2
5:30 - 6:30 PM
$395
In GROUP VOICE LESSONS, a professional Vocal Coach will guide students through the process of getting to know their voice in an ensemble setting while singing beautiful music. This fun and informative experience will teach young artists:
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Vocal technique and performance
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Fundamental musical notation
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Understanding of Solfege, a method of teaching aural skills
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Matching pitch
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Sight-reading sheet music
MONDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
CLASS 2: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades K-2
4:30 - 6:30 PM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
1. INTRO TO TAP
Grades K-2
4:30 - 5:30 PM
$395
INTRO TO TAP develops the technical knowledge and fundamental skills of tap dance. Tap dance is one of the most popular styles of dance in musical theatre. The session will focus on:
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Rhythm, coordination, and musicality
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Technical exercises and foundational skills
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Performance quality
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Vocabulary
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Choreography retention
2. GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades K-2
5:30 - 6:30 PM
$395
In GROUP VOICE LESSONS, a professional Vocal Coach will guide students through the process of getting to know their voice in an ensemble setting while singing beautiful music. This fun and informative experience will teach young artists:
Vocal technique and performance
Fundamental musical notation
Understanding of Solfege, a method of teaching aural skills
Matching pitch
Sight-reading sheet music
3. HIP HOP
Grades K-2
6:30 - 7:30 PM
$395
HIP HOP is a high energy course infusing the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. This class encourages students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Each class will focus on:
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Flexibility, balance, and coordination
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Confidence on stage
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Improvisational skills
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Musicality and rhythm
THURSDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #1
CLASS 1: INTRO TO TAP
CLASS 2: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades K-2
4:30 - 6:30 PM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
THURSDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #2
CLASS 1: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
CLASS 2: HIP HOP
Grades K-2
5:30 - 7:30 PM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
THURSDAY TRIPLE THREAT BUNDLE
CLASS 1: INTRO TO TAP
CLASS 2: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
CLASS 3: HIP HOP
Grades K-2
4:30 - 7:30 PM
$790
Become a Triple Threat at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for all 3 classes and get one free!
1. BROADWAY BALLET
Grades K-2
4:30 - 5:30 PM
$395
BROADWAY BALLET teaches the foundation of ballet dance throughout the musical theater cannon. Students will learn traditional ballet techniques seen in shows such as Oklahoma, Phantom of the Opera, and more! This fundamental instruction includes:
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Balance, coordination, and flexibility
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Musicality and rhythm
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Barre work and floor exercises
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Choreography Retention
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Ensemble performance
2. CHARACTER CREATION
Grades K-2
5:30 - 6:30 PM
$395
Get ready to use your imagination in CHARACTER CREATION, an introduction to acting! Each class explores creativity, impulse, and collaboration through theater games and exercises. Students will focus on:
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Stage presence and public speaking
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Imagination and Improvisation
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Ensemble performance
-
Theater vocabulary and terminology
TUESDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BROADWAY BALLET
CLASS 2: CHARACTER CREATION
Grades K-2
4:30 - 6:30 PM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
1. BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
Grades K-2
9:00 - 10:00 AM
$395
BROADWAY BOOTCAMP is for the young performer ready to become a “triple threat!” This class explores the foundations of musical theater in an ensemble setting. Get ready to shine on stage by learning these key theatrical skills:
-
Imagination and storytelling
-
Vocal technique and musicality
-
Dancing
-
Acting
-
Ensemble Performance
-
Stage Presence
2. CHARACTER CREATION
Grades K-2
10:00 - 11:00 AM
$395
Get ready to use your imagination in CHARACTER CREATION, an introduction to acting! Each class explores creativity, impulse, and collaboration through theater games and exercises. Students will focus on:
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Stage presence and public speaking
-
Imagination and Improvisation
-
Ensemble performance
-
Theater vocabulary and terminology
3. MTP PRESENTS: FROZEN KIDS
Grades 1-6
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$450
Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite Frozen songs such as “Love Is an Open Door,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” and “Let It Go,” as well as wonderful new songs from the Broadway production. FROZEN KIDS ends in a full performance complete with costumes, sets and lights!
4. 'ADULT & ME’ TRIPLE THREAT
Grades K-2
12:30 - 1:30 PM
$395
‘ADULT & ME’ TRIPLE THREAT is the one-stop shop to sing, act, and dance your way to showtime! In this class, kids and adults will learn production numbers from famous musicals together.
SATURDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #1
CLASS 1: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
CLASS 2: CHARACTER CREATION
Grades K-2
9:00 -11:00 AM
$592.50
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
SATURDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #2
CLASS 1: CHARACTER CREATION
CLASS 2: MTP PRESENTS: FROZEN KIDS
Grades K-2
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$620
Double the fun at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for two back to back classes and receive 50% off the second class.
SATURDAY TRIPLE THREAT BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
CLASS 2: CHARACTER CREATION
CLASS 3: MTP PRESENTS: FROZEN KIDS
Grades K-2
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$790
Become a Triple Threat at Music Theatre Philly! Sign up for all 3 classes and get one free!
Showcases: All classes culminate in a showcase performance at another venue. Families will be given more information about the showcase timing, ticketing, and other details after the session begins.
Scholarships and Payment Plans are available. For more information, visit our application page or email MTP’s executive director, Tim Popp at tim@musictheatrephilly.com
Accessibility: To share an access need for your child or find out more about possible accommodations, please email MTP’s executive director, Tim Popp at tim@musictheatrephilly.com
Registration or cancellation information can be found in our Studio Policy
To find out more about which program may best fit your child’s needs, visit our Find Your Fit page.