Page to Stage (Ages 13-18)

Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Page to Stage Class Ages 13-18

Dates:  Tuesdays:  September 2- December 9 (no class October 14 and November 25)

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Ages: 13-18

Extra Class on December 2 and 9 to prepare for Showcase.

Showcase: Thursday, December 11 at 6 p.m.

Instructors:  Amy Higginbotham

In this class, we'll dive into a variety of compelling short stories, analyzing characters, themes, and storytelling techniques.  Then we will select our favorite stories as inspiration to write our own original one-act plays.  After crafting our scripts, we'll bring them to life through rehearsals and a live performance, showcasing creativity in a completely original productions.

Whether you're a writer, reader, actor, or just curious to try something new, this class will help you bring the page to the stage.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.

Young Movers Dance Fall 2025 Ages 9-12

Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Young Movers Dance Fall 2025

Ages 9-12

Dates:  Tuesdays:  September 2 - December 9  (no class October 15 or November 26)

Times:  4-5 p.m. 

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Showcase: Tuesday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

Instructor: Scot Baronet

Choreographer Scot Baronet will lead students through a warm-up before focusing on technique in the wide array of dance disciplines that make-up musical theatre, which draws from ballet, jazz, contemporary, and even ballroom dance. The class will also work on a choreographed musical theatre piece which they will present as part of the Classroom Series Showcase at the end of each semester.

Scot Baronet began his career on Broadway at age 14 and was a protegee of Bob Fosse.  He has a broad range of experience choreographing internationally for the Ice Capades, touring companies, and cruises.  Your students will have a marvelous time learning dance skills and choreography on their level.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.

**Students are required to wear appropriate dance shoes (jazz or ballet shoes) to class.

Creative Kids Fall 2025

Wednesdays 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Creative Kids Fall 2025

Theme: The Very Hungry Creative Kid

Dates:  Wednesdays:  September 3 - December 10 (no class October 15 or November 26)

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Ages: 5-7

Showcase: Tuesday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

Instructor: Jan Brown

Get your five- to seven-year-old involved in the theatre and allow them to explore the arts through creative play. This class is meant to help your young children develop self-awareness, increase self-confidence, and boost their communication skills through loads of fun and energetic activities led by our SYAA Artist-in-Residence, Jan Brown.

* To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by the end of the 2nd week of class.

Teen Tango Dance Fall 2025 Ages 13-18

Wednesdays 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Teen Tango Dance Fall 2025

Ages 13-18

Dates:  Wednesdays:  September 3 - December 10  (no class October 15 or November 26)

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Showcase: Thursday, December 11 at 6 p.m.

Instructor: Scot Baronet

Choreographer Scot Baronet will lead students through an warm-up before focusing on technique in the wide array of dance disciplines that make-up musical theatre, which draws from ballet, jazz, contemporary, and even ballroom dance. The class will also work on a choreographed musical theatre piece which they will present as part of the Classroom Series Showcase at the end of each semester.

Scot Baronet began his career on Broadway at age 14 and was a protegee of Bob Fosse.  He has a broad range of experience choreographing internationally for the Ice Capades, touring companies, and cruises.  Your students will have a marvelous time learning dance skills and choreography on their level.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.

**Students are required to wear appropriate dance shoes (jazz or ballet shoes or character heels).

Shakespeare Ages 13-18

Thursdays 4:15-5:15

Something Wicked This Way Comes Class Ages 13-18

(An Actor's Study of Macbeth)

Dates:  Thursdays:  September 4- December 4 (no class October 16 November 27)

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Ages: 13-18

Extra Class on December 4 to prepare for Showcase.

Showcase: Thursday, December 11 at 6 p.m.

Instructors: Scott and Amy Higginbotham

Screw your courage to the sticking place this Fall by taking a deep dive into William Shakespeare's Macbeth.  This after school class will study the play through both text and performances.  Students will get an in-depth look at the characters, themes, and symbols in the play before choosing scenes to perform, includign at least one fight scene.  This is a great class that will broaden an actor's ability to analyze text and character and translate that into a performance.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.

Creative Movement (Dance) Fall 2025 Ages 5-8

Mondays 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Creative Movement Dance Fall 2025

Ages 5-8

Dates:  Mondays:  September 8 - December 8  (no class October 13 or November 24)

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m. 

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Showcase: Tuesday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

Instructor: Megan Wilkins

Creative Director and Choreographer Megan Wilkinst will lead students through a warm-up before focusing on technique in the wide array of dance disciplines that make-up musical theatre, which draws from ballet, jazz, contemporary, and even ballroom dance. The class will also work on a choreographed musical theatre piece which they will present as part of the Classroom Series Showcase at the end of each semester.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.

**Students are required to wear appropriate dance shoes (jazz or ballet shoes) to class.

Young Performers Fall 2025 Ages 8-12

Mondays 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Young Performers Ages 8-12

Dates:  Mondays:  September 8 - December 4 (no class October 13 and November 24); Extra rehearsal December 1 and 8.

Times:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Theme:  Heroes vs. Villians: A Battle for Center Stage

Cost:  $60/month (September-November) or $165 for semester*

Ages: 8-12

Showcase: Tuesday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

Instructor: Jan Brown

Join the 8-12 yr. old Young Performers at SYAA as they mount a one-act production. Designed to train young students in theatrical elements such as projection, memorization, stage presence, and teamwork, the weekly workshop format is ideal for the busy family and the even busier child. Also, the training is invaluable for younger students looking to shine in principle roles in SYAA's MainStage productions.

*To receive this discount, you should register online and pay the first month's fee. Then pay the balance in person by check or cash by the end of the 2nd week of class.