Winter Classes 2019

Now Registering
​Winter Session
January 6th - March 21st, 2020

We encourage you to register for classes online! 
No service charge is added! 

Free Trial Classes

For All Ages!
Do you see any class listed below that you think you or your child will enjoy?

Come take a FREE TRIAL CLASS with us!

We offer singing, dancing, and acting classes Monday - Saturday each week. 

In order to redeem your FREE TRIAL CLASS, please email Kelly Willis with the date, time, and name of the class at: ratakwillis@gmail.com

Young Ones Musical Theatre Classes


For 3 to 6 year olds:
Choose one date for the session that occurs once a week.
Tues: 5:15 - 6:00pm - 3 - 6yrs ​(waitlist)
Wed: 5:15 - 6:00pm - 3 - 6 yrs
Fri: 10am - 10:45am - 3 - 5yrs ​(waitlist) 
Sat: 10am - 10:45am - 3 - 6yrs ​
Tuition: $165 (for full session)
These classes are for the very young ones.  We will experience music, movement, create characters, investigate emotions, and perform for friends and family members on our last week of class. This is for the little ones that love to be in front of the crowd, and also for those that may be more withdrawn, but with encouragement, you know will be able to find their own voice.

Academy Musical Theatre Foundations


For Students that want to improve all of their Musical Theatre Skills 

For 1st - 5th grade:
Choose one date for the session that occurs once a week.
Mon: 4:00 - 6:15pm 
Fri: 4:00 - 6:15pm (waitlist)
Sat: 11:00am - 1:15pm 
Tuition: $405 (for full session)
For 6th - 12th grade:
Choose one date for the session that occurs once a week.
​Mon: 6:30 - 8:45pm
Fri: 4:00 - 6:15pm ​(waitlist)
Tuition: $405 (for full session)
These classes are for the student who wants to improve all of their Musical Theatre Performance Skills. This class will include instruction in acting, dance, vocal performance, music theory, voice and diction for the stage, and stage combat.  It will also offer basic instruction in technical theatre such as costume, set, and lighting design, and will introduce American musical theatre history, play analysis, and play writing.  This is for the more serious student who wants to experience all aspects of Musical Theatre.

Acting Classes

For 1st - 5th grade: Acting I
Thurs: 4:30 - 6:00pm
Tuition: $280 (for full session)
For 6th - 12th grade: Acting II
Thurs: 6:00 - 7:30pm 
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

Teen/Adult Acting
Mon: 8:00 - 9:30pm (wait list)
Tuition: $280 (for full session)
These classes will investigate basic to intermediate acting skills.  Topics covered include voice and diction for the stage, monologue work, duet acting skills, script analysis, character development and back story, improvisation, and beginning stage combat.  Each class will be at the age and skill level of the students, but will work to stretch each of them beyond their abilities to help them grow as young artists. These classes are for students that want to experience or improve their public speaking, presentation, and acting skills.

Classes for our High School and above students are designed to further develop young artists as they fine tune their skills and prepare for further education at the college level.  Additionally their classes will include play analysis, “How to Audition”, and scene study.  Many of these students may be new to these skills, and others may have worked on them for some time.  Expectations will be on an individual basis, but all will learn from each other.  We become better actors when we become better observers.  When you are aware of your world you will grow as an artist.

Musical Theatre Dance Classes

 TAP Classes:
Beginning Tap Dance 
Mon: 4:00 - 5:00pm
Tuition: $185 (for full session)

Teen/Adult Tap Dance
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com
Mon: 6:30 - 8:00pm
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

Int./Advanced Tap Dance
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
Mon: 5:00 - 6:30pm
Tuition: $280 (for full session)
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JAZZ Classes:
Beginning Jazz 
Tues: 4:00 - 5:00pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $185 (for full session)

​Int./Advanced Jazz
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
Tues: 5:00 - 6:30pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

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BALLET Classes:
Beginning Ballet
Wed: 3:00 - 4:30pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

Int./Advanced Ballet
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
Wed: 4:30 - 6:00pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

TUMBLING Classes:
*To be announced soon!*
These classes will investigate different styles of dance including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tumbling, and Partnering Skills. Each class will begin with a full body warm-up, across the floor, and combinations unique to each dance form we are studying.  The students will gain an appreciation for the many different styles of dance necessary for Musical Theatre.
 HIP HOP Classes:
Beginning Hip Hop 
Tues: 6:30 - 7:30pm
Tuition: $185 (for full session)

Int./Advanced Hip Hop
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
Tues: 7:30 - 9:00pm (waitlist)
​Tuition: $280 (for full session)

LYRICAL Classes:
Beginning Lyrical 
Wed: 6:00 - 7:30pm
Tuition: $280 (for full session)

Int./Advanced Lyrical 
By permission: email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
​Wed: 7:30 - 9:00pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $280 (for full session)
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Musical Theatre Voice Classes

 These classes are for students wanting to learn to sing in a group environment.  We will work on ear training, breathing skills, tone, and using the voice both as a solo and ensemble instrument. 

For 1st - 4th grade: MT Vocal Ensemble I 
​Tues: 4:00 - 5:00pm (waitlist)
Tuition: $185 (for full session)

For 5th - 12th grade: MT Vocal Ensemble II 
​​Thurs: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Tuition: $280 (for full session)
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For Ages 5 and Up: Voice Lessons
Please email ratakwillis@gmail.com 
​if interested in vocal lessons. 

Costume Design, Rendering, and Sewing Class

For All Ages 
Wed: 6:00 - 9:00pm

Tuition - No Tuition - Receive training in exchange for assistance in design, construction, and repair of costumes for current production.  Will also receive community service hours if needed.  

​Class will not meet on the second Wed. of each month.

​This class will teach the basics of sewing, rendering, and costume design. Students will assist in altering and designing some of the costumes that will be utilized in full scale productions performed by the Academy Players.

Productions / The Academy Players

 For 8 - 18 year olds:

Students younger or older than the age range must email ratakwillis@gmail.com for permission

Productions by the Academy Players will perform at the end of each session of classes.  The list of shows will be announced at the beginning of each year and auditions will be held before each new session.  Productions will vary to offer different theatrical styles and use different ages of students.  The upcoming season as well as audition dates will be announced soon.

Rehearsal Dates:
The rehearsals for these productions will be held on Wed. and Fri. evenings, as well as Sat. afternoons, culminating in 4-5 performances. 

Wednesdays, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Fridays, 6:30pm - 9:00pm &
Saturdays, 1:30pm - 6:30pm

Tuition: $500 per student.
​Discount for siblings and scholarships available
Sibling Discount: $50 discount for each additional sibling
Optional Ticket Packet: $100 for 10 tickets


​If interested, please email:
ratakwillis@gmail.com

For more information and audition  appointment scheduling.

Registration Information

Course Policies:
1.  A full refund can be requested after the first class  and whenever a class is cancelled due to  low enrollment.  Refunds must be requested no later than 2 days after the first class meeting.
2.  Students trying a class have 5 days to register and pay.  After that, the spot will be opened to others.
3.  Parents must complete a registration form and an emergency release form before a student tries a class. 
4.  All make up classes must occur within the same session. Any class credits must be used during the same school year.
5.  Siblings registered in the same class receive a $25 discount. Email: rataoffice@gmail.com for the online sibling discount code.  
6.  There is a 3 student minimum requirement for classes to be offered. 
7. Only one voucher, discount, or deal can be utilized at one time. ​
Do you have any financial issues that may prohibit you or your child from participating in any of these programs? Please visit our Academy Scholarships page!
You must register online for our classes:
For a printable PDF of the Emergency Release Form ​(only necessary for FREE TRIAL classes) please click below:

Any Questions?

For questions and more information please contact: ratakwillis@gmail.com