New for the 2025-2026 season, we're thrilled to introduce "Broadway Babies," our specialized program designed specifically for our youngest performers!
This engaging, developmentally appropriate program lays the foundation for a lifetime of theatrical joy and confidence.
Our K-5th Grade program goes beyond simply putting young children on stage; we're committed to developing well-rounded theatrical artists through our diverse elementary class offerings. While productions provide valuable performance experience, our specialized classes provide the age-appropriate technical training, foundational knowledge, and creative exploration that truly transform enthusiastic young performers into confident, skilled artists.
Our 6th-12th Grade "Star to Be" Program is meticulously designed to develop serious young artists who are ready to shine on any stage. Beyond our comprehensive production experiences, we offer specialized training through our Jazz Technique, Advanced Tap Dance, Costuming, College Audition Lab, and TCT On Tour Cast classes.
TCT offers personalized private instruction to help students refine their skills and achieve their theatrical goals. Our one-on-one training programs are tailored to each student's specific needs and learning pace. Students may register for a weekly 30-minute Private Voice Lesson or, new for the 2025-2026 season, a weekly 1-hour long Audition Coaching Lesson.
Broadway Babies is thoughtfully designed as the first step in our comprehensive theatre education program. Upon "graduating" from Broadway Babies, young performers will:
An introduction to musical theatre designed specifically for our youngest performers. This engaging class combines storytelling, character exploration, and musical expression to build a strong theatrical foundation. Students will learn basic theatrical concepts through interactive stories, develop beginning vocal skills with age-appropriate songs, and explore creative movement in a supportive environment.
"Music Madness" is an essential foundation for young performers focused on developing vocal skills and music theory understanding. Students explore melody, rhythm, and harmony through fun, interactive activities. The curriculum includes both group and solo singing opportunities, helping children build confidence in their vocal abilities while learning fundamental music concepts. This class serves as a prerequisite for private vocal lessons at TCT, ensuring all young vocalists (K-3rd Grade) develop proper technique and musical literacy before advancing to individual instruction.
This practical class prepares young performers for successful audition experiences. Students learn the entire audition process, from selecting age-appropriate monologues to developing confident self-presentation skills. The curriculum focuses on overcoming audition anxiety, making strong first impressions, and showcasing talents effectively. Through mock auditions and constructive feedback, children build the confidence and preparation strategies needed to shine in actual audition settings for TCT productions and beyond.
This energetic class introduces students to the fundamentals of dance in musical theatre. Focusing on basic jazz technique and musical theatre dance steps, students develop coordination, rhythm, and spatial awareness. The curriculum includes proper warm-up techniques, fundamental jazz movements, and simple combinations that build both technical skills and performance quality. This class provides the essential movement foundation that allows young performers to approach choreography in productions with confidence and capability.
Building upon the foundations of Audition Prep, this advanced class is designed exclusively for 4th and 5th graders ready to elevate their audition skills. Students learn sophisticated audition techniques, including how to prepare effectively for callbacks, work with sides (script excerpts), learn choreography quickly, and handle cold readings. Through intensive practice sessions and detailed feedback, performers develop the advanced preparation strategies and adaptability needed to navigate more complex audition scenarios with confidence and professionalism.
This innovative class takes music education to the next level for our 4th and 5th grade students. Beyond group singing and music theory fundamentals, Composer's Club introduces young musicians to the creative aspects of music composition. Students explore chord structures, melody writing, and basic arranging techniques. Through collaborative projects and guided composition exercises, participants develop a deeper understanding of how music works while expressing their own creative musical ideas. This class is perfect for musical theatre enthusiasts who want to understand the music they perform on a much deeper level.
This comprehensive acting course guides 4th and 5th grade students through a year-long exploration of acting techniques using characters from our season's productions: Moana, Annie, and The Sound of Music. Students analyze character motivations, develop emotional range, and master storytelling techniques while building a versatile acting toolkit. The curriculum progressively advances through foundational skills to more complex character development, helping young actors create authentic, nuanced performances. By connecting acting theory directly to beloved musical characters, students develop deeper understanding of the craft while preparing for more demanding theatrical roles.
This technique-focused dance class provides students with a strong foundation in jazz dance as it applies to musical theatre performance. Students learn proper alignment, stretching techniques, and fundamental jazz movements that frequently appear in musical theatre choreography. The curriculum emphasizes developing strength, flexibility, and proper execution of jazz basics, including turns, jumps, and isolations. By mastering these essential techniques, students enhance their ability to learn and perform choreography in productions, giving them greater confidence and versatility as musical theatre dancers.
This introductory tap class provides older students with a solid foundation in this quintessential musical theatre dance style. Students learn basic tap vocabulary, rhythmic patterns, and proper technique while developing musicality and coordination. The curriculum progresses from fundamental steps to simple combinations that build both technical skills and performance quality. This engaging class offers students a new mode of theatrical expression while enhancing their overall dance capabilities for musical theatre performance.
This accelerated tap class is designed for students with previous tap experience who are ready to advance their skills to a more sophisticated level. Building on fundamentals, students explore complex rhythmic patterns, faster tempos, and challenging combinations. The curriculum emphasizes clarity of sound, stylistic variations, and performance dynamics. Prerequisites include either completion of at least one semester in TCT's Beginner Tap class or equivalent outside experience. This class prepares dancers for the tap demands of more advanced musical theatre productions and develops the specialized skills that make performers stand out in auditions.
This comprehensive jazz dance class develops the technical foundation essential for musical theatre performance at advanced levels. Students focus on proper alignment, increased flexibility, and technical precision in jazz movements. The curriculum includes challenging progressions across the floor, turns, leaps, and stylized movement combinations that enhance performance quality. By strengthening core technique rather than just learning choreography, this class creates versatile, technically proficient dancers prepared for the diverse stylistic demands of contemporary musical theatre.
This hands-on, project-based course introduces students to the art and craft of theatrical costuming. Working directly on costumes for our current season productions, students learn practical skills from our resident costumer including basic sewing techniques, fabric selection, costume maintenance, and simple alterations. As skills advance, students explore more complex concepts like fabric draping, pattern modification, and character-specific design elements. This repeatable course provides progressive skill development while offering the satisfaction of contributing tangibly to TCT productions. Perfect for students interested in the technical and design aspects of theatre.
**Please note: THIS CLASS WILL TAKE PLACE AT TCT'S COSTUME SHOP, WHICH IS ABOUT 2 MINUTES FROM OUR STUDIO LOCATION!
TCT Costume Shop Address: 3700 Northbrook Dr Suite 15 Northport AL 35473
This intensive preparatory course is specifically designed for high school students planning or considering pursuing theatre in college. Focusing on the college prescreen process, students work with professional coaches and current UA musical theatre students to learn the ins and outs of developing a complete audition package aligned with the College Musical Theatre Unified Prescreen requirements. The comprehensive program includes professionally coached performance components (acting, singing, and dance), a professional headshot session, personalized selection of audition material, and detailed guidance through the entire college audition process. This invaluable course provides students with both the practical materials and strategic knowledge needed to successfully navigate the competitive college theatre program application process. Parents may be invited to attend select class meetings to help parents navigate the process as well.
Virtual Audition Submissions Due by Email: August 25, 2025
This unique performance-based class offers serious students the opportunity to develop and perform a traveling show. Participants rehearse a production designed for touring to local schools, community centers, and nursing homes, with potential travel to competitions (dates TBD). The experience culminates in a special end-of-year performance at The Bama Theatre (scheduled to avoid conflicts with current season productions). This select ensemble develops performance versatility, adaptability to different venues, and the professionalism required for touring productions.
Admission requires an audition video submission including a 30-second to 1-minute song and monologue sent to the Program Director at tct.programming@gmail.com.
This exceptional opportunity provides real-world performance experience and community engagement for committed young performers.
Our 30-minute private voice lessons are available for students in 4th-12th grade, or younger students who have completed our Music Madness prerequisite. These individualized sessions focus on developing proper vocal technique, expanding range, improving breath control, and enhancing performance quality. Working directly with our experienced vocal instructors, students receive personalized feedback and customized exercises to address their specific vocal needs.
**For students who are younger than 4th grade and have completed the "Music Madness" prerequisite, email the Program Director at tct.programming@gmail.com for admission into a private voice lesson slot.
Also available for students in 4th-12th grade, or younger students who have completed our Music Madness prerequisite, our comprehensive 60-minute audition coaching sessions prepare students for upcoming performance opportunities. These sessions include both vocal preparation and monologue work, helping students select appropriate material, refine their presentation, and develop the confidence needed to excel in auditions. Our coaches provide industry-standard advice and personalized strategies to showcase each student's unique talents effectively.
NOTE: If you wish to register for a 60 minute audition coaching session, you will need to register for two 30-minute private lesson blocks that are back to back with the same instructor.
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