Description:

This is the moment Connections has been waiting for – hold onto your hats – and get ready to be wowed, entertained, and thrilled by a showstopping musical!

In this exciting experience, your middle or high school student will have access to an experienced director, a full-time choreographer and musical director, and an acting coach. Three teachers will be on board for the entire year and are eager to challenge, equip, and inspire your students. This is a TWO-DAY class, and tuition covers both days of class.

This year will be packed with dance numbers, vocal and acting coaching, and will culminate in a staged school-length musical production. Potential shows include familiar and well-loved musicals such as Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and Willy Wonka. The final decision will depend on the specific needs of the cast and availability of show rights. We will announce the show title by the beginning of the school year.

How to enroll in Showstopper Musical:
In order to choose the right show for you, the cast, we want to get to know you before auditions in September. Before enrolling, each actor will meet with the instructors for a low-key, five-minute appointment (at Connections or via video call) and sing a few bars from any favorite song (if you can’t think of something, everyone knows Happy Birthday!) and read a short paragraph.

The approval appointment will be an opportunity for students to get to meet us and to ask any questions. It’s totally okay if you’ve not been in drama before. This class welcomes both newcomers and seasoned performers. There is a spot for anyone who is committed and excited to join us for this team endeavor. All interested new or returning students should contact us now at drama@connectionsnw.org for an appointment.

Students who have received approval will be automatically enrolled by the registrar during their registration window. The registrar will email you when your student has been enrolled.

The Team:
This musical will be a team effort! Not only are there actors and directors and a tech team, but without parents, drama at Connections wouldn’t be possible! Each family will have volunteer positions. These are mandatory to make this community show successful. Parents should expect to participate in a production-related volunteer job as part of this course. Expect your volunteer job to include a minimum of 20-50 hours throughout the year culminating toward production dates.

Mandatory out-of-class rehearsal dates and performance dates will be announced as close to the start of the year as possible. Be prepared to clear your schedule to accommodate these dates.

We can’t wait to meet the new 2024-2025 musical cast and set the stage for a year of adventure, joy, and growth. Come join us!

Tuition covers: two days of class per week, lunchtime and out-of-class rehearsals, tech week, and performances. Please note: Not all actors will be called to every rehearsal.

Production Fee: There will be a $250-300 production fee – paid in two installments