Winter & Spring 2023 Classes
Below are our Winter & Spring 2023 offerings. This semester WTP will require that all enrolled students either (i)be fully vaccinated and up to date on recommended vaccinations/boosters as available for Covid-19 or (ii) submit to a Covid-19 test prior to each entry at WTP at the families expense.
Below are our Winter & Spring Class offerings. With the exception of our audition-only programs, space for classes is allocated on a first come, first served basis. For our audition-only programs, registration fees will be charged once students are selected for the program.
Theatre Arts
Classes
From preschool through high school, we offer a wide range of programs for both beginners and experienced stage performers - including classes in acting/drama, musical dance theatre, and voice. Students who are interested in pursuing a WTP Production Class are strongly encouraged to enroll in a WTP Acting Class if they have not already done so.
From Page to Stage!
PRE-K
8 WEEKS
$220
AUDITIONS:
September 15th & 17th
6:30-8:30pm
Thursdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
Winter Session: 01/26 to 03/23 (No Class 02/23)
Spring Session: 03/30 to 06/01 (No Class 04/20 & 05/04)
Every week a new story comes to life through creative drama, movement activities, and arts and crafts. Students will engage in an interactive exploration of beginning theatre, classic and current children’s literature, and nursery rhymes. The final day of class will feature a "Shareformance".
Theatre in a Trunk
KINDERGARTEN TO 1ST GRADE
8 WEEKS
$220
Tuesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
Winter Session: 01/24 to 03/21 (No Class 02/21) -WAIT LIST
Spring Session: 03/28 to 05/30 (No Class 04/18 & 05/02)
A new adventure begins each week as actors discover treasures in a trunk and bring characters to life through creative drama and movement. Class features an interactive exploration of beginning theatre, classic and current children’s literature. The final day of class will feature a "Shareformance".
Acting
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
8 weeks
$220
2ND-5TH GRADE:
Tuesdays 5:10-6:10pm
Winter Session: 01/24 to 03/21 (No Class 02/21)
Spring Session: 03/28 to 05/30 (No Class 04/18 & 05/02)
Fridays 4:00-5:00pm
Winter Session: 01/27 to 03/24 (No Class 02/24) -WAIT LIST
Spring Session: 03/31 to 06/09 (No Class 04/07, 04/21 & 05/05)
6TH-12TH GRADE:
Thursdays 5:10pm-6:10pm
Winter Session: 01/26 to 03/23 (No Class 02/23)
Spring Session: 03/30 to 06/01 (No Class 04/20 & 05/04)
This acting class is great for everyone! Students will study the techniques of theatre while building foundational acting skills and theatre vocabulary. Students will explore theatre through games, monologues, scene work, character building, and improvisation. The final day of class will feature a "Shareformance".
Studio Acting
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (INVITATION ONLY)
8 weeks
$330
5TH-7TH GRADE:
Mondays 4:00pm-5:00pm
Winter Session: 01/23 to 03/20 (No Class 02/20)
8TH-12TH GRADE:
Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pm
Winter Session: 01/23 to 03/20 (No Class 02/20)
This invite/audition-only studio acting class is for advanced students looking to build skills and challenge themselves. Students will study and expand on previous techniques improving their artistry. This is a fast paced class that will benefit even a seasoned performer.
Improvisation
6TH TO 12TH GRADE
8 Weeks
$220
Fridays 5:10pm-6:10pm
Winter Session: 01/27 to 03/24 (No Class 02/24)
Spring Session: 03/31 to 06/09 (No Class 04/07, 04/21 & 05/05)
Students will create characters and scenes through games and exercises that build confidence, self- reliance, concentration and teamwork. The final day of class will feature a "Shareformance".
Musical Theatre Dance
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
8 Weeks
$330
2ND-5TH GRADE:
Mondays 4:00pm-5:00pm
Winter Session: 01/23 to 03/20 (No Class 02/20)
Spring Session: 03/27 to 06/05 (No Class 04/17, 05/01 & 05/29)
6TH-12TH GRADE:
Mondays 5:10pm-6:10pm
Winter Session: 01/23 to 03/20 (No Class 02/20)
Spring Session: 03/27 to 06/05 (No Class 04/17, 05/01 & 05/29)
Have you ever wondered how those big production numbers pop? In this fun and fast paced dance class, WTP will focus on the dance moves that make audiences beg for more. Students will hone their technique while learning those leaps, turns, and tricks that make audiences beg for more.
Tap Dance
4TH-12TH GRADE:
8 Weeks
$330
Mondays 6:20pm-7:20pm
Winter Session: 01/23 to 03/20 (No Class 02/20)
Spring Session: 03/27 to 06/05 (No Class 04/17, 05/01 & 05/29)
In this fun and fast-paced tap workshop, students will learn how to develop rhythm, style and sound with their feet! This class is great for first timers with no previous dance experience and seasoned stars ready to practice their craft. Tap shoes are required for class. Click here for tap shoe information.
Dance Intensive:
Mini Session
6TH-12TH GRADE:
4 Weeks
$240
Thursdays 7pm-8pm
03/30 to 04/27 (No Class 04/20)
This intensive will focus on improving technique, cardio stamina, flexibility, and executing choreography! Students will do a cardio warm up, across the floor combinations, and learn original Broadway choreography. Students should wear jazz shoes/sneakers, and clothing they can move and sweat in! No jeans please.
Private Voice Lessons
5TH TO 12TH GRADE
8 weeks, 30 min sessions
$320
Private Voice Lessons are taught by
Mr. James Murphy, Mr Eric Anderson Jr. and Ms. Jennie McGuinness
Lessons begin the week of January 23rd and last 16 weeks. If you would prefer an eight week session in the winter or the spring (beginning the week March 27th) please contact us at info@wellesleytheatreproject.org. Use the links below to sign up for a lesson day/time with your prefered instructor.
Love to sing? These one-on-one lessons, will give students the opportunity to build and improve their basic singing technique while expanding their knowledge of the musical theatre repertoire. Each student will also be given the chance to share their progress in a group “share-formance” at the end of each eight-week session.
Step One: Sign Up for A Lesson Time!
Click Here to Sign up for Lessons with Ms. Jennie.
Click Here to Sign up for Lessons with Mr. Eric.
Lessons with Mr. James are full at this time. You can email info@wellesleytheatreproject.org to join the waitlist for lessons with Mr. James.
Step Two: Register for "Private Voice Lessons"
Musical Theatre
Workshop
2ND TO 8TH GRADE
4 weeks
$275
Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Winter Session: 02/04 to 03/11 (No Class 02/18 & 02/25)
Spring Session: 03/18 to 04/08
"Sing Out, Louise!" Learn solo and ensemble numbers from some hit Broadway shows of the past and present! Students will work on becoming true theatrical "triple threats" during this intensive. Singing, Dancing, and Acting their way through some of Musical Theatre's most beloved songs. Includes one on one and group coaching with Musical Director. The final day of class will feature a "Shareformance".
Master Class: Acting Through Song
Observe the master class and participate in a Q&A
$35
Katy Geraghty is an actor in New York City most recently seen as Little Red in “Into The Woods” in the Broadway 2022 revival as well as the national tour. After graduating from UMass Amherst, Katy made her Broadway debut in the original cast of “Groundhog Day” in 2017. Since then she has worked all over the country and internationally; including a year at Oregon Shakespeare Festival playing Tracy Turnblad in “Hairspray”, debuting the new, bound-for-Broadway musical “Bliss” at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, and performing in the North American premiere of “& Juliet” at the Princess of Wales in Toronto.
Professional Artist: Katy Geraghty
Thursday March 30th, 3:30-5:00PM
Production Classes
Students will explore their creativity and expand their acting, singing, and dancing skills. From audition preparation to Opening Night, all students will learn what it takes to produce a stage show.
Prerequisite: Previous enrollment in a WTP production class and/or current or previous enrollment in a WTP Acting, Dance or Workshop class. Students who have been in a WTP production, but who have not taken a WTP Acting Class are strongly encouraged to do so. At the teacher's discretion, enrollment requirements may be waived. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Disney's Descendants:
The Musical
2ND TO 12TH GRADE
$810
Auditions the week of January 23rd
Rehearsals begin the week of January 30th
Performances: May 5th, 6th & 7th
Rehearsal Days - Choose One:
Wednesday/Friday, 4-6pm
Tuesday/Thursday, 4-6pm
Occasional Saturday rehearsals from 1-4pm may be required. Notice will be given so families can plan accordingly. Attendance during Tech Week (March 30th-April 4th) is mandatory.
Join us as we get Rotten to the Core in this brand new musical based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies. Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island…until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?
The Lightning Thief:
The Percy Jackson Musical
6TH TO 12TH GRADE (AUDITION ONLY)
$845
Auditions: Monday, December 5th, 6:30-9:00pm
Callbacks: Wednesday, December 7th, 6:30-9:00pm
Rehearsals begin January 17th
Performances: March 24th, 25th, 26th, 31th, April 1st, & 2nd
Rehearsal Days:
Tuesday/Thursdays, 6:30-9:00pm and Saturdays 2-5pm
After auditions students will receive a rehearsal schedule. Students will be required to attend every rehearsal, and must submit a conflict sheet at auditions. Attendance during Tech Week (March 18-23) is mandatory.
Join us for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, the musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s best selling book. As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can't control, a destiny he doesn't want, and a mythology textbook's worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus's master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him.
