VOICE LESSONS
Instructors: Charity Van Gameren, Heidi Hewitt
Private one on one instruction with a qualified voice teacher allows students to develop their voice through proper technique, which includes proper breath control, supporting the sound, allowing their vocal range to expand as well as creating a healthy projected sound. Students develop their ear for more accurate pitch. Students receive training in different styles of music including musical theatre songs, classical, pop, folk, country and jazz.
Private voice training allows a teacher to meet the specific vocal needs of each student no matter their age or ability.
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Charity Voice Lesson Rate: $27 per half hour x 17 week semester = $459.00 + GST
$40.50 per 3/4 hour x 17 week semester + $688.50 + GST
Heidi Voice Lesson Rate $26 per half hour x 18 week semester =$468 + GST
NOVICE DANCE
No Experience
K-Grade 3
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
The class focus is on dancing styles for the stage which include ballet, tap, hip hop and jazz. All classes will give beginner students a high energy, fun environment to learn skills in many different forms of theatre style dance.
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Semester 1 (18 weeks) $234.00 + GST
Semester 2 (18 weeks) $234.00 + GST
Thursday 4 – 4:45
A $10 administration fee will be added. If you wish to register at the office the fee is waived.
JUNIOR DANCE
No Experience Needed
Grades 4-6
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
Time: Thursday 5:00 – 5:45
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$324 +GST per semester
The class focus is dancing styles for the stage which include ballet, tap, hip hop and jazz. All classes will give students whether beginner – advanced a high energy, fun environment to learn skills in many different forms of theatre style dance.
Tap Dance
Grade 6+
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
Time: Tap 1 (Ages 8-13) Thursday 5:30 – 6:15
Tap 2 (Ages 13+) Thursday 6:15 – 7
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$324.00+ GST (Semester 1, 18 classes)
$324.00+ GST (Semester 2, 18 classes)
The class focus is all things Tap dance!
INTERMEDIATE 1 DANCE
3+ Years Experience
Grades 6-8
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
Time: Thursday 4:45 – 5:30
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$324.00 + GST per semester
The class focus is dancing styles for the stage which include ballet, tap, hip hop and jazz. All classes will give students whether beginner – advanced a high energy, fun environment to learn skills in many different forms of theatre style dance.
INTERMEDIATE 2 DANCE
4-6 Years Experience
Grade 9+
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
Time: Thursday 7 – 8
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$324.00 + GST per semester
The class focus is dancing styles for the stage which include ballet, tap, hip hop and jazz. All classes will give students whether beginner – advanced a high energy, fun environment to learn skills in many different forms of theatre style dance.
Private Dance Lessons
Instructor: Cherise McInnis
This is for anyone at any age that wants to dance! This can be for fun, personal growth or to master your craft. Whatever your needs are Cherise will work along side you and help you grow in your dance experience.
Time: Friday’s 6:30 and onward
Fee:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$25.00 per Half Hour plus GST
Please contact Cherise to set up a specific time [email protected]
LIGHTS OF BROADWAY
Grade 7- Adult
Director: Charity Van Gameren
Choreographer: Cherise McInnis
Acting Coach: Sarah Mori-Jones
Lights of Broadway is starting its 21st season. Past productions have included The Sound of Music, Footloose ,Shrek ,Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Mamma Mia, Newsies, Matilda and most recently, Sister Act!
This program is designed to develop singing, acting and dance by working toward a show at the Performing Arts Center each spring.
For Audition information please contact Charity Van Gameren at [email protected].
Co-requisite: Beginner Music Theory. If you do not read music notation at a beginner level, you must be willing to take beginner theory with Charity each Monday 15 minutes prior to the start of class.
COURSE LENGTH: September to May
TIME: Monday 6:00pm-9:00pm
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$630.00 +GST per Semester
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE!
Post-secondary and up
Instructor: Charity Van Gameren
Choreographer: Cherise McInnis
Show: Mama Mia Review
Audition: Will be held early September.
This class will allow adult students the excitement of learning and growing as a musical theatre performer as they work on technique in singing, harmonizing, acting and dance. This group class will work towards an early spring performance each year.
Term 1 : 11 weeks
Term 2 : 11 weeks
Day: Tuesday’s
Time: 7:30-9:00
Investment per TERM:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$242.00 plus GST
Costumes to be purchased by the student.
For Audition information for September 2025, please contact:
Charity Van Gameren at [email protected]
Teen Stars
Grades 7-12
Wednesday’s 4:30 – 5:30
Instructor: Charity Van Gameren
Teen Musical Theatre allows
students to learn and grow skills in acting, dancing and singing. Several opportunities in a year to perform live musical theatre shows that showcases their in class experience.
Costume Fee: $75 non refundable
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
-Investment for Semester 1 (18 weeks)
$324.00 + GST
Investment for Semester 2 (18 weeks)
$324.00 + GST
$10 online administration fee has been added for online registrations. In Person registration, waive fee.
Mini Stars Musical Theatre
Grades 5-7
Instructor: Charity Van Gameren
Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:30
or Tuesday’s 6:30 – 7:30
Musical Theatre Class gives students the opportunity to learn to act, sing and dance in a group class. This program is a wonderful opportunity for students to grow as performer, gain confidence and be involved in the excitement of putting on a musical theatre production.
Costume Fee: $75 non refundable
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Investment:
Semester 1 (18 Weeks) $324.00 + GST
Semester 2: $324.00 + GST
$10 online administration fee has been added. Please go to the office and register in person to have this fee waived.
Shining Stars Musical Theatre
Grades 3-4
Instructor: Charity Van Gameren
Monday’s 4:30 – 5:30
or
Tuesday’s 4:30 – 5:30
Investment for this class:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Costume Fee: $75 non refundable
Semester 1 (18 weeks) $324.00+GST
Semester 2:(18 weeks) $324.00 + GST
$10 online administration fee has been added. Please go into the office and register in person waive this fee.
TWINKLE STARS
Grade K-2
Instructor: Charity Van Gameren
An Introduction into the world of musical theatre through vocal training, group songs, drama games and several smaller performances to encourage on stage performances.
Time: Tuesday 5:30 – 6:30
OR
Wednesday 3:30 – 4:30
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Costume Fee: $75 non refundable
$324.00+ GST per semester
( Semester 1:Sept-January
Semester 2: February – June)
PLUS $75 non-refundable costume fee (annual) due at time of registration.
Showtunes Sweat & Stretch
Watch out for classes in January!
No Experience Needed
Ages 19+
Fridays 11:00-11:45AM
Instructor: Jenae Bennett
Ready to move, groove and sweat?! This musical theatre inspired cardio class is perfect for theatre lovers of all levels! Bring out your inner Broadway star as we dance, stretch and strengthen to feel good show tunes in a fun, zero pressure atmosphere!
This 45 minute class combines upbeat movement, flexibility work, stretching and strength building exercises all set to a new Musical Theatre theme each week. Come as you are and leave smiling-no dance or theatre experience required
$165 for 10 weeks or $22 drop in
$35 Registration Fee
Piano Lessons
Instructor: Heidi Hewitt
Beginner to advanced, learn how to play the piano with a qualified instructor who will teach you proper technique in finger placement, tone, note reading. Learn to play classical, jazz, musical theatre.
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Acting for the Stage: Junior
Grades 5 to 8
Instructor: Sarah Mori Jones
Wednesdays 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Investment:
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
$324.00 +GST
This class will introduce students to the exciting world of theatre acting! From the fundamental basics of voice and body through to the thrilling moment of performance. Games and activities will familiarize students with techniques and skills to improve performance ability in a fun, safe and supportive atmosphere. Students will apply their learning in solo and group pieces to be shown at recitals throughout the year.
Private Acting Lessons
Explore acting through one-on-one coaching where the whole class is geared to your needs! These lessons are good for: preparing audition pieces, developing the student’s vocal and physical technique, building confidence on stage, character development and script interpretation all through different performance art forms. Or book a specific amount of classes to be arranged with the acting instructor. Come check out what a private acting lesson can do for you!
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
Sarah Acting Lesson Rate: $26 per half hour x 18 week semester = $468.00 + GST
$39.00 per 3/4 hour x 18 week semester + $702.00 + GST
$52.00 per hour x 18 week semester =$936 + GST
Parent and Toddler Dance
Ages: 18 mo – 3 yrs
Instructor: Jenae Bennett
Fridays 9:45-10:15AM
Investment: $140 +GST
Registration fee: $35 Non refundable
This class is designed for Toddlers and their grownups to explore gentle movement, rhythm and bonding through music and dance. It’s a playful, low pressure environment where toddlers can move freely, connect with their caregivers and begin developing coordination, confidence and joy through dance.
Course Length: 10 weeks
