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SB25 Performance Academy: Seussical Kids

$290

with Katie Dorrell

Calendar Mar 17, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

PERFORMANCE ACADEMY: Seussical Kids

Grades 5-8 • March 17-22, 2025 • 9:00 AM-4:00 PM • $280 Subscribers/$290 Non-subscribers

Auditions, Friday March 14, 4:00-6:00 PM
Class, March 17-20, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Class, March 21, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM (performance at 4:30 PM)
Class, March 22, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (performance at 11:00 AM)

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical KIDS,  the 40 minute adaptation of the Broadway musical, Seussical!

Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat, our narrator, tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton's challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

Auditions will be held from 4:00-6:00 PM on Friday, Mar. 14, to determine role assignment. All students enrolled must attend auditions.

Performances are at 4:30 PM on Friday, Mar. 21, and Sat., Mar. 22 at 11:00 AM. Each student receives 2 complimentary tickets to the performance of his or her choice. Additional tickets may be purchased for $5 each online at dmplayhouse.com beginning Mar. 1. Seating is general admission.

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S25 Broadway Dreams

$150
Calendar Mar 29, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 8 weeks

PreK-Kindergarten (children must be kindergarten eligible in fall 2025) • Saturdays, 9:00-9:55 AM, Mar. 29-May 17, 2025 • $140 Subscribers/$150 Non-subscribers

Explore storytelling through singing and movement in this fun, creative introduction to musical theatre. Parents are invited to come sing and dance with us on the final day of class!

Full Course

S25 Broadway Bound

$250
Calendar Mar 29, 2025 at 9:45 am, runs for 8 weeks

BROADWAY BOUND

Grades 3-4 • Saturdays, 9:45-11:45 AM, Mar. 29-May 17, 2025 * • $240 Subscribers/$250 Non-subscribers

Learn musical theatre show tunes and add basic choreography in a fun yet professional atmosphere. Participate in our spring musical revue showcase for family and friends on the final day.

*Showcase on May 17th at 11:00 AM 

Full Course

S25 Broadway Stars

$265
Calendar Mar 29, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 8 weeks

BROADWAY STARS

Grades 5-7 • Saturdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Mar. 29-May 17, 2023 * • $255 Subscribers/$265 Non-subscribers

Love to sing, dance and act? This is the class for you! Learn musical theatre show tunes and scenes that come alive with choreography and acting technique. Participate in our spring musical revue for family and friends on the final day.

*Showcase on May 17th at 11:00 AM

Full Course

S25 Broadway Troupers

$155
Calendar Mar 29, 2025 at 10:15 am, runs for 8 weeks

Grades 1-2 • Saturdays, 10:15-11:15 AM, Mar. 29-May 17, 2025 * • $145 Subscribers/$155 Non-subscribers

Children explore singing and movement in this fun, creative, explorative class centered around musical theatre. Participate in our spring musical revue showcase for family and friends on the final day.

*Showcase on May 17th at 11:00 AM 

Full Course

SUM25 Broadway Dreams

$185
Calendar Jul 7, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Broadway Dreams
Kindergarten 2025-Grade 1, 1:30-3:30 PM, July 7-11
$175 Subscribers/$185 Non-Subscribers

Sing, dance, and act while learning show tunes and moves in a playful and fun atmosphere. Perform a musical showcase for family and friends on the last day. New songs and script for returning campers!

*Go here learn about types of classes, what to bring, and other important information!

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SUM25 Broadway Troupers

$185
Calendar Jul 14, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Broadway Troupers
Grades 2-3, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, July 14-18
$175 Subscribers/$185 Non-Subscribers

Sing, dance, and act while learning show tunes and moves in a playful and fun atmosphere. Perform a musical showcase for family and friends on the last day. New songs and script for returning campers!

Students should sign up for either the morning session of Broadway Troupers OR the afternoon session.

*Go here learn about types of classes, what to bring, and other important information!

Full Course

SUM25 Performance Academy: Disney's Frozen Kids

$300
Calendar Jul 14, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Performance Academy: Disney’s Frozen Kids
Grades 5-8 · 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, July 14-18
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Join us for this stage adaptation of the animated film and Broadway musical. Bring your favorite characters to life and embark on an epic journey of self-discovery 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 songs from the Broadway production. This production is sure to prove that “some people are worth melting for.” 

*Go here learn about types of classes, what to bring, and other important information!

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