A.C.T. Dance Studio 2024-2025
Level 3 Tap (Grades 7-9)
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
This class is for students who are comfortable with beginner level tap technique and tap dance vocabulary. The student is ready for a variety of time steps, simple combinations, movement at a quicker pace and developing strength and clarity of sound.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 11 - 14
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
This class is for students who are comfortable with beginner level tap technique and tap dance vocabulary. The student is ready for a variety of time steps, simple combinations, movement at a quicker pace and developing strength and clarity of sound.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 11 - 14
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$450.00
Level 1 Jazz/Hip-Hop (Grades 1-3)
Brandy Nickerson
5 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 1 is a high energy class that will introduce dancers to the basics of both Jazz and Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students begin to develop a beginner dance vocabulary including basic turns, jumps, and progressions. Combinations at the end of each class will be taught to develop style and self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 1-3
Ages 6 - 9
Brandy Nickerson
5 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 1 is a high energy class that will introduce dancers to the basics of both Jazz and Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students begin to develop a beginner dance vocabulary including basic turns, jumps, and progressions. Combinations at the end of each class will be taught to develop style and self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 1-3
Ages 6 - 9
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$435.00
Acro - Intermediate (Grades 4-6)
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
Strength meets flexibility and grace in this exciting class which emphasizes learning skills in a safe and orderly progression and learning how to transition gracefully between each skill. Tumbling, balancing, and flexibility skills and progressions are mastered through documented and leveled assessments before moving to new and more advanced skills.
Class Length: 60 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
Strength meets flexibility and grace in this exciting class which emphasizes learning skills in a safe and orderly progression and learning how to transition gracefully between each skill. Tumbling, balancing, and flexibility skills and progressions are mastered through documented and leveled assessments before moving to new and more advanced skills.
Class Length: 60 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$630.00
Level 3 Ballet (Grades 7-9)
Tigran Mkrtchyan
9 spots left
Students will include longer, more complicated combinations of ballet movements at the barre and in the center, with an emphasis on clear understanding of musicality. Students will be encouraged to improve leg extension (above 90 degree) and turn out, placement, and alignment. Various multiple pirouettes will be taught and practiced in combination form.
Class Length: 90 mins
Age Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 12 - 14
Tigran Mkrtchyan
9 spots left
Students will include longer, more complicated combinations of ballet movements at the barre and in the center, with an emphasis on clear understanding of musicality. Students will be encouraged to improve leg extension (above 90 degree) and turn out, placement, and alignment. Various multiple pirouettes will be taught and practiced in combination form.
Class Length: 90 mins
Age Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 12 - 14
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 2
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$930.00
Level 2 Jazz/Hip-Hop (Grades 4-6)
Brandy Nickerson
9 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 2 is a high energy class that will build on the concepts and technique of Jazz & Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students continue to develop dance vocabulary including more advanced turns, jumps, and progressions across the floor. A focus on more challenging technique will be introduced through both expanded across the floor exercises and combinations at the end of each class which will be taught to develop style, musicality, self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Brandy Nickerson
9 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 2 is a high energy class that will build on the concepts and technique of Jazz & Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students continue to develop dance vocabulary including more advanced turns, jumps, and progressions across the floor. A focus on more challenging technique will be introduced through both expanded across the floor exercises and combinations at the end of each class which will be taught to develop style, musicality, self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$480.00
Level 2 Tap (Grades 4-6)
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
This class is for students who have learned basic tap steps and tap vocabulary. The student should have completed at least 1 year of tap dance training and will be introduced to basic musical accompaniment. Students learn new vocabulary, become more comfortable with movement and develop a strong foundation of tap technique.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Brandy Nickerson
10 spots left
This class is for students who have learned basic tap steps and tap vocabulary. The student should have completed at least 1 year of tap dance training and will be introduced to basic musical accompaniment. Students learn new vocabulary, become more comfortable with movement and develop a strong foundation of tap technique.
Class Length: 45 mins
Age Range: Grades 4-6
Ages 9 - 12
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$480.00
Adult Broadway Jazz Masterclass 5/13/2025
Liz Ewing
26 spots left
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. Previous dance experience required.
Ages 19 - 99
Liz Ewing
26 spots left
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. Previous dance experience required.
Ages 19 - 99
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$45.00
Level 3 Jazz/Hip-Hop (Grades 7-9)
Brandy Nickerson
9 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 3 is a high energy class that will build on the concepts and technique of Jazz & Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students continue to develop dance vocabulary including more advanced turns, jumps, and progressions across the floor. A focus on more challenging technique will be introduced through both expanded across the floor exercises and combinations at the end of each class which will be taught to develop style, musicality, self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Ages Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 11 - 14
Brandy Nickerson
9 spots left
Jazz/Hip-Hop 3 is a high energy class that will build on the concepts and technique of Jazz & Hip-Hop dance through class work that includes a warm up with an emphasis on stretching, strengthening, and isolations. This class will also include a focus on rhythm and coordination as students continue to develop dance vocabulary including more advanced turns, jumps, and progressions across the floor. A focus on more challenging technique will be introduced through both expanded across the floor exercises and combinations at the end of each class which will be taught to develop style, musicality, self expression.
Class Length: 45 mins
Ages Range: Grades 7-9
Ages 11 - 14
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$480.00
Level 4 Ballet (Grades 9-12)
Tigran Mkrtchyan
11 spots left
For the advanced ballet student. Students will have combinations with varying rhythms and tempos and will learn vocabulary/ballet terminology to such an extent that they can execute a combination without teacher demonstration. Students will learn elements from classical variations which will increase stamina, virtuosity, and technical ability.
Class Length: 90 mins
Age Range: Grades 9-12
Ages 13 - 19
Tigran Mkrtchyan
11 spots left
For the advanced ballet student. Students will have combinations with varying rhythms and tempos and will learn vocabulary/ballet terminology to such an extent that they can execute a combination without teacher demonstration. Students will learn elements from classical variations which will increase stamina, virtuosity, and technical ability.
Class Length: 90 mins
Age Range: Grades 9-12
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 2
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$900.00
Level 4 Contemporary (Grades 9-12)
Tigran Mkrtchyan
11 spots left
This class is for intermediate/advanced level students with at least 3-4 years of contemporary dance experience. Students will warm up with fluid movements and stretch sequences, work on across-the-floor patterns that are more intricate than the previous level, and perform longer strings of choreography at the end of each class. Students are strongly recommended to take a ballet class in conjunction with this class.
Class Length: 60 mins
Age Range: Grades 9-12
Ages 13 - 19
Tigran Mkrtchyan
11 spots left
This class is for intermediate/advanced level students with at least 3-4 years of contemporary dance experience. Students will warm up with fluid movements and stretch sequences, work on across-the-floor patterns that are more intricate than the previous level, and perform longer strings of choreography at the end of each class. Students are strongly recommended to take a ballet class in conjunction with this class.
Class Length: 60 mins
Age Range: Grades 9-12
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 2
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$610.00
Country Line Dancing 4/30/2025
Liz Ewing
42 spots left
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 - 99
Liz Ewing
42 spots left
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 - 99
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Gala Room
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$25.00
Adult Beginner Ballet - Spring Session 3
Cosmin Marculetiu
16 spots left
Meets for 4 weeks: April 17 - May 15 (no class on April 24)
For the beginner adult student - this is an introduction to classical ballet. This class focuses on exercises to strengthen and improve coordination, flexibility, musical rhythm and counting, direction, and space use. No previous experience necessary. Ballet shoes are recommended.
Ages 18 - 99
Cosmin Marculetiu
16 spots left
Meets for 4 weeks: April 17 - May 15 (no class on April 24)
For the beginner adult student - this is an introduction to classical ballet. This class focuses on exercises to strengthen and improve coordination, flexibility, musical rhythm and counting, direction, and space use. No previous experience necessary. Ballet shoes are recommended.
Ages 18 - 99
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 3
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$130.00
Spring Semester 2025
APRIL VACATION: Youth Audition Workshop 4/22/2025
Christie Reading
This class is full
Have you ever wanted to audition for an ACT Production? Have a fear of auditioning? Don't know what to prepare? This workshop is designed to teach young theatre artists the skills needed to successfully audition for theatrical productions. We will cover song preparation, improvisation exercises to help with character development, dance basics, theatre etiquette, cold readings, with a mock audition to conclude the class. This is a great opportunity to get feedback and insight into the art of auditioning. Students don't need to prepare anything ahead of time to participate in this class! Just bring your amazing self and let's have some fun!
Ages 8 - 12
Christie Reading
This class is full
Have you ever wanted to audition for an ACT Production? Have a fear of auditioning? Don't know what to prepare? This workshop is designed to teach young theatre artists the skills needed to successfully audition for theatrical productions. We will cover song preparation, improvisation exercises to help with character development, dance basics, theatre etiquette, cold readings, with a mock audition to conclude the class. This is a great opportunity to get feedback and insight into the art of auditioning. Students don't need to prepare anything ahead of time to participate in this class! Just bring your amazing self and let's have some fun!
Ages 8 - 12
Tuesday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$35.00
A.C.T. Junior (Ages 5-7)
Christa Dunn
This class is full
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!
Meets for 12 weeks: February 4 - May 6 (no class on 2/18 or 4/22)
Spring Showcase on May 10
Ages 5 - 7
Christa Dunn
This class is full
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!
Meets for 12 weeks: February 4 - May 6 (no class on 2/18 or 4/22)
Spring Showcase on May 10
Ages 5 - 7
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Gala Room
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$295.00
Adult Improv - Spring Session 2 (Ages 18+)
Christa Dunn
3 spots left
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.
Meets for six weeks: April 15 - May 20
Ages 18 - 99
Christa Dunn
3 spots left
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.
Meets for six weeks: April 15 - May 20
Ages 18 - 99
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Gala Room
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$130.00
APRIL VACATION: Teen Audition Workshop 4/23/2025
Christie Reading
2 spots left
Have you ever wanted to audition for an ACT Production? Have a fear of auditioning? Don't know what to prepare? This workshop is designed to teach young theatre artists the skills needed to successfully audition for theatrical productions. We will cover song preparation, improvisation exercises to help with character development, theatre etiquette, cold readings, headshot/ resume development, with a mock audition to conclude the class. In order to participate, students should prepare 30 seconds to 1 minute of a song from a musical of their choice AND have an instrumental/ karaoke version downloaded on a cellular device or tablet. If you have a resume & headshot already, you should bring a copy to class with you (helpful, but not required). This is a great opportunity to get feedback and insight into the art of auditioning. Let's have some fun!
Ages 13 - 19
Christie Reading
2 spots left
Have you ever wanted to audition for an ACT Production? Have a fear of auditioning? Don't know what to prepare? This workshop is designed to teach young theatre artists the skills needed to successfully audition for theatrical productions. We will cover song preparation, improvisation exercises to help with character development, theatre etiquette, cold readings, headshot/ resume development, with a mock audition to conclude the class. In order to participate, students should prepare 30 seconds to 1 minute of a song from a musical of their choice AND have an instrumental/ karaoke version downloaded on a cellular device or tablet. If you have a resume & headshot already, you should bring a copy to class with you (helpful, but not required). This is a great opportunity to get feedback and insight into the art of auditioning. Let's have some fun!
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$35.00
APRIL VACATION: Stage Makeup Workshop 4/24/2025
Christie Reading
This class is full
Unleash your creativity and master the art of stage makeup in this hands-on class! Whether you're a performer, makeup enthusiast, or aspiring artist, this course will teach you the essential techniques to create bold, dramatic, and character-driven looks for theater, film, and special events. Learn basic stage/ every day makeup, how to age your face, and special effects for horror! By the end of the class, you'll have the confidence and skills to bring characters to life through makeup artistry. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a willingness to experiment!
This class requires you to bring your own makeup. Special effects makeup such as wax, latex, fake blood, & other gore will be provided. Unleash Your Creativity, One Brushstroke at a Time!
Ages 12 - 19
Christie Reading
This class is full
Unleash your creativity and master the art of stage makeup in this hands-on class! Whether you're a performer, makeup enthusiast, or aspiring artist, this course will teach you the essential techniques to create bold, dramatic, and character-driven looks for theater, film, and special events. Learn basic stage/ every day makeup, how to age your face, and special effects for horror! By the end of the class, you'll have the confidence and skills to bring characters to life through makeup artistry. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a willingness to experiment!
This class requires you to bring your own makeup. Special effects makeup such as wax, latex, fake blood, & other gore will be provided. Unleash Your Creativity, One Brushstroke at a Time!
Ages 12 - 19
Thursday
12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Women's Dressing Room
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$45.00
Summer Workshop 2025
A.C.T. Junior at Summer Workshop 2025 - Registration
Academy of The Company Theatre
3 spots left
A.C.T. Junior at Summer Workshop 2025 (ages 5-7) is a program designed to introduce youngsters to the arts and explore their creativity! This half day program (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) will involve dancing, singing, crafts and theatre games. Meets the same three weeks as our Full Program (June 23 - July 11). A.C.T. Junior does not perform on our final day, Arts Festival Day, but will have a performance for families on Friday, July 11.
The A.C.T. Junior at Summer Workshop payment is non-refundable after the workshop begins. Payment must be made in full before the first day of the program in order to participate.
Ages 5 - 7
Academy of The Company Theatre
3 spots left
A.C.T. Junior at Summer Workshop 2025 (ages 5-7) is a program designed to introduce youngsters to the arts and explore their creativity! This half day program (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) will involve dancing, singing, crafts and theatre games. Meets the same three weeks as our Full Program (June 23 - July 11). A.C.T. Junior does not perform on our final day, Arts Festival Day, but will have a performance for families on Friday, July 11.
The A.C.T. Junior at Summer Workshop payment is non-refundable after the workshop begins. Payment must be made in full before the first day of the program in order to participate.
Ages 5 - 7
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Lesson Room A
Academy of The Company Theatre
Academy of The Company Theatre
$650.00
Summer Workshop 2025 - Registration
Academy of The Company Theatre
48 spots left
Our popular three-week summer arts program is back! At the A.C.T. Summer Workshop, students choose their own schedule from over seventy classes in the performing and visual arts. A diverse selection of classes are offered, including acting, singing, media arts, painting, photography, dance, technical theatre, playwriting, stage combat and culinary arts. Students will make new friends as they become a part of the vibrant community of an award-winning working theatre.
The ACT Summer Workshop payment is non-refundable after the workshop begins. Payment must be made in full before the first day of the program in order to participate.
Ages 8 - 18
Academy of The Company Theatre
48 spots left
Our popular three-week summer arts program is back! At the A.C.T. Summer Workshop, students choose their own schedule from over seventy classes in the performing and visual arts. A diverse selection of classes are offered, including acting, singing, media arts, painting, photography, dance, technical theatre, playwriting, stage combat and culinary arts. Students will make new friends as they become a part of the vibrant community of an award-winning working theatre.
The ACT Summer Workshop payment is non-refundable after the workshop begins. Payment must be made in full before the first day of the program in order to participate.
Ages 8 - 18
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Academy of The Company Theatre
$1310.00