Traditional Youth Theatre Classes
Our traditional youth theatre classes follow our tried-and-true weekly class structure that culminates in a large-scale production at the end of the class period. Our traditional classes are offered TWO TIMES A YEAR – one fall program and one spring program. Students may participate in one or both sessions, but enrollment for each is separate.
Tuition per student for the traditional Fall 2024 is $275 for the traditional class. Group voice is $120 per semester.
For Fall 2024, traditional youth theatre students will produce Annie Jr. Jr. Students meet one time a week with their class beginning the week of August 26. See class matrix below for options by age.
For Annie Jr., named roles will be awarded to students in our 5th to 8th grade classes and our 9th to 12th grade classes. Students in our K to 4th grade classes will be cast as ensemble orphans and will be featured in “Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” and in their specially written component of the show that will offer additional stage time and opportunity.
Auditions will be held the first week of classes. Monday/Wednesday students will audition IN CLASS. Tuesday/Thursday students will audition in class (vocals and dance) and those wishing to read for roles will stay until 7:30 PM. Callbacks for a few roles will be held Friday, August 30 from 5 PM to 7 PM. Students will be contacted if needed for this. Audition packets will be shared with enrolled students on Thursday, August 1.
Students come together with their casts for group rehearsals beginning November 4 up until the performances.
IMPORTANT: To view the schedule for GROUP REHEARSALS, please visit here. These rehearsals are considered NON-MISSABLE. If you sign your student up for the program, you are confirming that they are available for all GROUP REHEARSALS.
Shows are:
Monday/Tuesday classes
Friday, November 22 at 7 PM and Saturday, November 23 at 3 PM
Wednesday/Thursday classes
Saturday, November 23 at 7 PM and Sunday, November 23 at 3 PM
CLASS MATRIX
| MONDAY | |
| 5:00 PM-5:30 PM | K to 4th grades: Group Voice OR Group Tap |
| 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | K to 4th grades: Traditional Youth Theatre |
| 5:30 PM-8:30 PM | Town Teen Troupe (T3) – by audition only |
| TUESDAY | |
| 5:00 PM-5:30 PM | 5th to 12th grades: Group Voice OR Group Tap |
| 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | 5th to 7th grades: Traditional Youth Theatre |
| 5:30 PM-7:30 PM | 8th to 12th: Traditional Youth Theatre |
| WEDNESDAY | |
| 5:00 PM-5:30 PM | K to 4th grades: Group Voice OR Group Tap |
| 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | K to 4th grades: Traditional Youth Theatre |
| 5:30 PM-7:30 PM | Town Tweens – by audition only |
| THURSDAY | |
| 5:00 PM-5:30 PM | 5th to 12th grades: Group Voice OR Group Tap |
| 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | 5th to 7th grades: Traditional Youth Theatre |
| 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | 8th to 12th: Traditional Youth Theatre |
Enrollment
Early bird enrollment: Tuesday, July 30*
Regular enrollment: Wednesday, July 31
*Students who participated in a full week of summer camp in the 2024 season are eligible to enroll early. Early bird enrollment link will come via email.
Group Voice (add on)
Enrollment is required separately for each semester.
Students enrolled in our Traditional Youth Theatre Classes are eligible to sign up for group voice. Group voice runs from 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM and is on the same day as your traditional class. Group voice follows the schedule of our traditional offerings with weekly lessons running the weeks of August 26 through October 30. (Note Thursday, October 31 group voice will take place Tuesday, October 29.)
Tap Options
This is an annual enrollment. Tap classes are offered through the SC Music and Dance Academy. All tap registration/payment is done through SCMADA. Please note that start and end dates may vary. We do work to coordinate.
Town Tweens
Town Tweens have already auditioned and been selected for 2024-2025, but please click header for more information.
Town Teen Troupe (T3)
Town Teen Troupe (T3) members have already auditioned and been selected for 2024-2025, but please click header for more information.
Private Acting or Voice Lessons
Private voice lessons, as well as private acting lessons, are also offered. Students may enroll for either a 10-pack of 30-minute sessions OR a 10-pack of 45-minute lessons. Upon enrollment, the student and selected teacher will determine a weekly meeting time for the duration of the pack of lessons. Students will be expected to meet weekly, though some exceptions may be made. Private voice lessons may be taught by Jane Cato or Julie Welch. If the schedules fill, another instructor may be engaged. Please contact shannon@towntheatre.com BEFORE enrolling to make sure that there is room in the studio schedule.
Tuition and Fees
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NOTE: If you are a student in a Richland District One School, there may be some scholarship funds available to help cover the cost of this class. Parents must pay the tuition in full and then apply for the funds to be reimbursed. To apply, complete this form. If you are awarded assistance, you will be notified. These funds are first come/first served and are limited.