Announcing SDMT Academy’s Winter Semester!
We are thrilled to announce our winter semester of classes, with something for every age and every interest! Musical theatre combines three major performing elements: singing, acting, and dancing, and we strive to provide an assortment of classes that dive into all three of these! Keep reading below to find out about the amazing classes we have lined up for our winter semester, and then sign up to join the fun today!
In addition to our group classes, the Academy continues to offer private dance and voice lessons by inquiry! Our private lesson instructors are listed on our Academy staff page which can be found here. If you’d like to learn more about private lessons, please email academy@sdmt.org! Also, if you are in need of a scholarship, please email the academy for more information.
Musical Theatre Explorers (Grades K-2)
Saturdays 9:30am-10:30am | Jan 10 – Feb 7
A weekly class for grades K-2 where students will explore song, dance, and storytelling through imagination and play! The perfect class for those looking for an introduction to the world of musical theatre as well as those who have already been bitten by the theatre bug!
Youth Jazz/Tap (Grades 3-6)
Tuesdays 5pm-6pm | Jan 6 – Feb 10
A dance class for grades 3-6 where students will learn proper technique to be able to be successful in musical theater. Students will get experience in both musical theatre style dance as well as tap dance to work at being a well rounded performer.
Musical Theatre Group Voice (Grades 3-6)
Tuesdays 6:15pm-7:15pm | Jan 6 – Feb 10
A 6 week course where students will learn musicianship fundamentals for the actor. Using musicianship foundations classes will explore group singing that focuses on vocal production, music theory, and ensemble singing.
The Actor’s Toolbox: Youth Edition (Grades 3-6)
Tuesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm | Jan 6 – Feb 10
Students will focus on building confidence, character development, and playing objectives through acting techniques. These essential skills will be explored through theatre games and scene work to set them up for success in auditions and musicals.
Advanced Musical Theatre Performance (Grades 7-10)
Mondays 5pm-7pm | Jan 5 – Feb 2
Advanced Musical Theatre Performance is a studio class designed for performers grades 7-10 to develop their temperament as musical theater performers. In a laboratory style design and through coaching, the course will focus on synthesizing acting, singing and movement to improve individual performance. Other focuses will include how to rehearse and perform musical theatre material at a professional level and with an accompanist.
Teen Dance (Grades 7-12)
Saturdays 9:30am-10:45am | Jan 10 – Mar 7 | Drop-In Option
An open level teen dance class where students will work on improving their dance technique, picking up choreography, and learning different musical theatre dance styles. All open level classes are designed to help beginner dancers get the foundation they need while also challenging our more advanced dancers.
Teen Tap (Grades 7-12)
Saturdays 11am-12pm | Jan 10 – Feb 14
A tap class designed for those looking to begin tap or those that want to brush up on their skills and improve their technique. Designed for both the beginner and intermediate levels.
Adult Dance: Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 18+)
Sundays 9:30am-10:45am | Jan 4 – Mar 8 | Drop-In Option
Dancers of all skill levels are encouraged to come and build upon their existing skill set, no matter how much experience they have. Classes will focus on strengthening technique, picking up choreography, and getting comfortable in different musical theatre dance styles.
Adult Dance: Intermediate/Advanced (Ages 18+)
Sundays 9:30am-10:45am | Jan 4 – Mar 8 | Drop-In Option
This fast paced class is designed for dancers that want to push themselves to a professional level. This class will focus on strengthening technique, picking up choreography quickly, and training to be a versatile dancer.
Adult Tap: Open Level (Ages 18+)
Sundays 11am-12pm | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Drop-In Option
A class designed for those looking to work on their tap journey, and those who are looking to feel more confident in their skills. Each week will focus on building a strong tap foundation and sense of rhythm in this percussive dance style.
Adult Dance: Open Level (Ages 18+)
Wednesdays 11am-12:15pm | Jan 7 – Mar 11 | Drop-In Option
An open level adult dance class where students will work on improving their dance technique, picking up choreography, and learning different musical theatre dance styles. All open level classes are designed to help beginner dancers get the foundation they need while also challenging our more advanced dancers.
Private Lessons: Private lessons in voice and dance available by inquiry to academy@sdmt.org.
Scholarship Information: For those in need of scholarship support, please contact academy@sdmt.org.
TESTIMONIALS ABOUT THE PROGRAM
“Thank you SDMT Academy for providing a way for students to continue to develop their talents during this challenging time. You have experienced teachers who are working in the industry and have a perspective desirable to these rising stars. They challenge & encourage them in a kind & fun way. We will be back!”
– Audrey Deubig“Thank you so much for offering the opportunity of these Zoom tap classes. As I told Barbara I haven’t tapped for 25 years, but she has been so great and supportive of these rusty legs and toes! I’m having a blast! I don’t think I would have had the courage to try tap again if it hadn’t been for this Zoom class. But now, when dance classes open again (whenever that is!) I will find a suitable class to enjoy this activity I love again so well. I’ve signed up for the second session and am looking forward to 8 more weeks of tap!
– Mary Shepperd“This class was challenging and fun. The instructor was able to accommodate many different levels of previous experience. It helped me to connect with others and preserve a bit of normalcy during this strange time.”
– Issac Jackson“Jazz class was so much fun, I really learn a lot. I highly recommend this class if you are new to Jazz dance, I would definitely take this class again.”
– Veronica Vasquez“Allison was a great teacher on the subject on online submissions. I learned some brand new things I didn’t previously know about, she gave great feedback on my video that gave me inside on how to improve for the next time and I highly recommend her to anyone wanting to learn more about this subject.”
– Colden Lamb“What a refreshing, welcome educational opportunity for all young performers to receive professional mentorship and training in their desired field! SDMT has already led the field in setting an example of giving back to the community and reminding all that there is a greater stage than just the ones they are performing on. They now continue to lead the field by creating new avenues for young performers to receive experienced leadership.”
– Jennifer Zelles
