Musical Theatre & Dance
Our academic year is divided into two semesters (Aug-Dec and Jan-May) for each class/age group. Each session will stand alone with a unique focus so a student may take either (or both) sessions over the course of the year without repeating the curriculum. Limited experience is needed dependent on the age group/class selection. Topics, modified with age-appropriate lessons, will range from voice and diction, to improvisation and scene work - even how to audition. Throughout the year, special camps and workshops take place – so be sure to check out the schedule to find out what’s happening and when.
All curriculum is aligned with the Indiana Theater Standards for grades K-12 as posted on the Indiana Department of Education website. 4-week trial sessions will be available for some classes over the course of the year. Every class will incorporate a warm-up, focused lesson, practice time, and share out.
A non-refundable YEARLY registration fee of $25 per family is due upon enrollment (collected per academic year Aug-July). This fee is factored into the tuition of each class for your convenience. If you plan to register more than one child, please reach out for a sibling discount code.
Please remember to check out using the CART function in the upper right-hand corner. If you do not get an email confirmation, you have not fully registered for a class or camp. Thank you!
MUSICAL THEATRE – dancing
Beginner - New to dance style (2nd-4th)
OR
Intermediate/Advanced - Currently taking dance/trained in past (5th-10th grade)
This class is for CHOREOGRAPHY (dance) BUILDING. In musical theatre, there are typical steps you will see in your next dance callback to ace your audition. We will have TWO 6-week sessions in which we will introduce a new song and teach students to dance to that piece of music. Occasional solos will be given, but this class mostly focuses on the role of the ensemble in terms of DANCING. Jazz or ballet shoes will be needed for all classes except tap classes. Tap shoes must be brand name in order to protect the dance floor surface.
The BEGINNER class is ideal for those who have never danced or have never been introduced to a certain style of dance (tap, jazz, contemporary, etc.).
The INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED class is designed for those who are currently taking dance classes or may have taken in the past and need to brush up for an audition or keep skills up to par – or just want to let loose and have a little fun learning a dance to one of their favorite songs! We will work at a FAST pace in a workshop style 1x a month.
You can sign up for every session or just one at a time. This class does NOT participate in Share Weeks unless otherwise noted.
Beginner classes are 40 minutes. $65 per student for a 6-week session
Intermediate/advanced classes are 1 hour. $20 per student per session
CURTAINS UP – MUSICAL THEATRE (Int/Adv)
acting, singing, & dancing
2nd-5TH GRADE (Intermediate Level) OR advanced (recommendation required)
This class is for a more advanced theater student who has some experience performing in front of others - whether a workshop, a church/school play, etc. Students will be encouraged to perform repeatedly in front of a small group including short monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing. All students will be taught to give and receive feedback to improve performance techniques. If you are looking to give theatre a try for the first time, it is highly recommended to choose IN THE WINGS to build a base before trying this class. The ultimate goal of this class is to foster development in musical theatre techniques for each individual. Students in this class are motivated to audition in the school and community theatre programs for performance opportunities. Students will also be eligible to audition for the winter musical.
Classes are 60 minutes (1 hr). $190 per student per semester
ONSTAGE NOW! - MUSICAL THEATRE (FINAL PERFORMANCE REQUIRED)
ACTING, SINGING & DANCING (ADVANCED LEVEL)
4TH-10TH GRADE - AUDITION REQUIRED
Onstage Now! is developed as a MASTER class deal for students who have acted in multiple shows and intend to pursue future auditions at the school/community level. This class will dive deeper into acting philosophy at an age-appropriate level, using Stanislavski’s process and method acting as central themes. It is ideal for students in this class to currently be taking voice lessons and some form of dance instruction. Students will be encouraged to perform repeatedly in front of a small group including short monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing. All students will be taught to give and receive feedback to improve performance techniques. The ultimate goal of this class is to foster development in MUSICAL THEATRE TECHNIQUES for each individual. As this is a MASTER LEVEL class, it requires additional work time outside of class time. If you do not have time to commit to this level of learning, it it recommended to try another class as space is limited. Students in this class will be REQUIRED to perform in the winter musical which requires additional rehearsals in October and December.
NOTE: Auditioning is required for entry to this class level for all students not being recommended by a current instructor. Only 8 spots will be given per class.
Classes are 75 minutes (1.25 hr). $225 per person per semester
ADVANCED ACTING PRIVATE COACHING - MUSICAL THEATRE
ACTING, SINGING & DANCING (ADVANCED LEVEL)
8TH-12TH GRADE - AUDITION REQUIRED
Advanced Acting - Private Coaching is ideal for students who have acted in multiple shows and intend to pursue future auditions at the school/community level. Students choosing this option have mastered the skills from the class level and need more one-on-one instruction to master an emotional connection needed to land those LEAD roles in the next audition or performance opportunity. Students will perform monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing based on their individualized needs for growth as a performer. Additional work time outside of class time is required - 15 minutes daily minimum. If you do not have time to commit to this level of learning, it it recommended to try another class as space is limited.
NOTE: Auditioning is required for a private coaching opportunity. Limited spots available. Semester long options are available with built in makeup weeks to meet your production schedule needs.
Classes are 45 minutes. $275 per person for a 12 sessions (full semester)
audition private coaching: Acting, voice or dance
Audition private coaching lessons are primarily structured as a short-term process to prepare for a specific audition. Students may provide their own audition material to rehearse. If needed, assistance to find audition materials may be requested in advance. Private audition coaching may be requested for any of the following areas: acting (Ms. Jami/Ms. Vivian/Ms. Heather), voice (Ms. Carol/Ms. Vivian) or dance (TBD). Limit of 3 prep coaching sessions per semester.
Classes are 30 minutes and can be in-person or virtual. Email info@interactacademy.com for scheduling information.
“Thanks to my private coaching session over Zoom, I felt very confident and I knew what to expect for my first audition.”
Past workshops and camps
The Greatest Snowman Musical Theatre Performance - November 2022
Halloween Prop Workshop - September 2022
Peter Pan’s Treasure Musical Theatre Performance Camp - June 2022
Spring Break Musical Theatre Workshop - March 2022
Character Creation - Figure Drawing/Costumes - March 2022
Highland Hill’s The Little Mermaid Jr Audition Workshop - February 2022
Winter Break Workshop - Make your own movie - December 2021
2nd Tier Reindeer Musical Theatre Performance - November 2021
Halloween Costumes 101 Fall Break Workshop - October 2021
Only the Theatre for Me Mini-musical Fall Break Camp - October 2021
Floyd Central’s Spongebob the Musical Audition Workshop - August 2021
Journeys in Oz Musical Theatre Performance Camp - June 2021
Spring Break Improv Workshop - April 2021
Grinchy Christmas Musical Movie Making Winter Workshop - December 2020
“We just did an audition prep with Jami. It’s so very clear she is made for this. She was absolutely incredible with my son. He’s been working on his audition for a few months and Jami provided such a fresh perspective. Her advice is going to be extremely useful with his current audition and future auditions. Her passion, excitement and encouragement made for such a comfortable experience. My son is so excited for his next session.”
Class Schedule and Registration
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