Music Theatre Philly
Grade K-2 classes
SESSION START: Sunday, January 12, 2025
SHOWCASE: Sunday, May 18th, 2025
1. BEGINNER TAP
Grades K-2
9:00 - 10:00 AM
$500
BEGINNER TAP develops the technical knowledge and fundamental skills of tap dance. Tap dance is one of the most popular styles of dance in musical theatre. The session will focus on:
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Rhythm, coordination, & musicality
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Technical exercises & foundational skills
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Performance quality
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Choreography retention
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2. BEGINNER BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
Grades K-2
10:00 - 11:00AM
$500
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BEGINNER BROADWAY BOOTCAMP: is for the young performer ready to become a ‘triple threat’! This class explores the foundation of theater and production numbers in an ensemble setting. Get ready to shine on stage by learning these key theatrical skills:
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Imagination and storytelling
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Vocal technique and musicality
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Ensemble Performance
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Stage Presence
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3. BEGINNER ACTING
Grades K-2
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$500
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Get ready for the drama in BEGINNER ACTING! This is a beginner level class introducing scripts, improv, and acting for the stage. Each class explores creativity, impulse, and collaboration through theater games and exercises. Students will focus on:
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Stage presence and public speaking
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Imagination and Improvisation
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Ensemble performance
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Theater vocabulary and terminology
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SUNDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #1
CLASS 1: BEGINNER TAP
CLASS 2: BEGINNER BOOTCAMP
Grades K-2
9:00 - 11:00 AM
$750 (Save 50%)
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SUNDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE #2
CLASS 1: BEGINNING BOOTCAMP
CLASS 2: BEGINNER ACTING
Grades K-2
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$750 (Save 50%)
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SUNDAY TRIPLE THREAT
CLASS 1: BEGINNER TAP
CLASS 2: BEGINNER BOOTCAMP
CLASS 3: BEGINNER ACTING
Grades K-2
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$1,000 (3 classes for price of 2)
MTP PRESENTS:
1. SEUSSICAL JR.
Grades 1-6
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$575
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Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Horton the elephant must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and 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 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!
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2. KIDS CAST: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades 1-6
Enrolled in MTP PRESENTS
6:30 - 7:30 PM
$500
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Sing the tunes of Broadway in GROUP VOICE LESSONS! A professional Vocal Coach will guide students through the process of getting to know their voice in an ensemble setting while singing the hits that graced the stages of New York City:
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Vocal technique and performance
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Fundamental musical notation
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Understanding of Solfege, a method of teaching aural skills
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Matching pitch
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Sight-reading sheet music
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WEDNESDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: MTP PRESENTS SHOW
CLASS 2: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades 1-6
4:30 - 7:30 PM
$825 REGISTER
This bundle is recommended for all students participating in our productions.
1. BEGINNER BROADWAY BOOTCAMP
Grades K-2
4:30-5:30 PM
$500
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BEGINNER BROADWAY BOOTCAMP: is for the young performer ready to become a ‘triple threat’! This class explores the foundation of theater and production numbers in an ensemble setting. Get ready to shine on stage by learning these key theatrical skills:
-
Imagination and storytelling
-
Vocal technique and musicality
-
Ensemble Performance
-
Stage Presence
​
2. BEGINNER TAP
Grades K-2
5:30-6:30 PM
$500
BEGINNER TAP develops the technical knowledge and fundamental skills of tap dance. Tap dance is one of the most popular styles of dance in musical theatre. The session will focus on:
-
Rhythm, coordination, & musicality
-
Technical exercises & foundational skills
-
Performance quality
-
Choreography retention
​
MONDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BEGINNER BOOTCAMP
CLASS 2: BEGINNER TAP
Grades K-2
4:30 - 6:30 PM
$750 (Save 50%)
BEGINNER GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades K-2
4:30 - 5:30 PM
$500
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Sing the tunes of Broadway in GROUP VOICE LESSONS! A professional Vocal Coach will guide students through the process of getting to know their voice in an ensemble setting while singing the hits that graced the stages of New York City:
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Vocal technique and performance
-
Fundamental musical notation
-
Understanding of Solfege, a method of teaching aural skills
-
Matching pitch
-
Sight-reading sheet music
1. BEGINNER THEATRE DANCE
Grades K-2
4:30 - 5:30 PM
$500
BEGINNER THEATRE DANCE is for the performer interested in the storytelling and styling of dance seen on Broadway. This course builds a foundational jazz dance technique used in traditional and contemporary musicals. Each class explores the following:
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Technique, stamina, and strength
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Performance quality
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Choreography retention
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Storytelling and connection to the audience
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2. BEGINNER ACTING
Grades K-2
5:30 - 6:30 PM
$500
Get ready for the drama in BEGINNER ACTING! This is a beginner level class introducing scripts, improv, and acting for the stage. Each class explores creativity, impulse, and collaboration through theater games and exercises. Students will focus on:
-
Stage presence and public speaking
-
Imagination and Improvisation
-
Ensemble performance
-
Theater vocabulary and terminology
​
TUESDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: BEGINNER THEATRE DANCE
CLASS 2: BEGINNER ACTING
Grades K-2
4:30 - 6:30 PM
$750 (Save 50%)
1. KIDS CAST: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
Grades 1-6
Enrolled in MTP PRESENTS
9:00 - 10:00 AM
$500
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Sing the tunes of Broadway in GROUP VOICE LESSONS! A professional Vocal Coach will guide students through the process of getting to know their voice in an ensemble setting while singing the hits that graced the stages of New York City:
-
Vocal technique and performance
-
Fundamental musical notation
-
Understanding of Solfege, a method of teaching aural skills
-
Matching pitch
-
Sight-reading sheet music
​
MTP PRESENTS:
2. SEUSSICAL JR.
Grades 1-6
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$575
​
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Horton the elephant must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and 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 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!
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SATURDAY DOUBLE BUNDLE
CLASS 1: GROUP VOICE LESSONS
CLASS 2: MTP PRESENTS SHOW
Grades 1-6
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$825
This bundle is recommended for all students participating in our productions.
Showcases: All classes culminate in a showcase performance at another venue. Families will be given more information about the showcase timing, ticketing, and other details after the session begins.
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Scholarships and Payment Plans are available. For more information, visit our application page or email MTP’s executive director, Tim Popp at tim@musictheatrephilly.com
Accessibility: To share an access need for your child or find out more about possible accommodations, please email MTP’s executive director, Tim Popp at tim@musictheatrephilly.com
​Registration or cancellation information can be found in our Studio Policy
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To find out more about which program may best fit your child’s needs, visit our Find Your Fit page.