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Broadway Bound is a dynamic program for 3rd to 5th graders, offering singing, dancing, acting, and theatre games. The year culminates in an exciting spring production, giving students the opportunity to showcase their talent in a live performance.
Tuition
Only $800 for the entire year
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$400 due upon registration (Enrollment + Training + Production Reservation)
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$400 due January 1st (Production Fee: rehearsal + technical production + performance experience)
*Registration closes September 1st
*All rehearsal, audition, and performance dates are released early (June 1, 2026) to allow families time to plan.*
Participation requires full commitment during the production period.
What to Expect
This class introduces young performers to storytelling through movement, music, and imaginative play.
Students build foundational theatre skills:
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Listening and focus
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Following direction
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Imaginative storytelling
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Confidence in group settings
This is a developmentally appropriate introduction to performing arts designed to build comfort, confidence, and joy on stage.
Production Experience
Students will participate in a fully staged theatrical production where every performer is featured as part of the ensemble cast. Through rehearsal, collaboration, and performance, students experience the excitement of bringing a story to life on stage with costumes, lighting, and professional production support.
Spring Production Commitment
(Required Participation)
Because this is a performance-based program, participation in the February–March production period requires full commitment from all cast members.
Students and families must carefully review the following requirements:
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Students may miss a maximum of TWO rehearsals total during the production period
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Students may NOT miss ANY Tech Week rehearsals under any circumstances, except documented illness or family emergency
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Illness and family emergencies will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
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Students must be fully available for all scheduled performances
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Performance conflicts cannot be accommodated once casting is finalized
If a student is unable to attend Tech Week for any reason other than documented illness or family emergency, they may be removed from the production.
A mandatory parent information meeting will be held prior to rehearsals.
How to Choose the Right School of Theatre Program
We want families to feel confident selecting the option that best fits their student and your family’s schedule.
NEW THIS YEAR — students register directly into a specific production track from the beginning of the season, allowing families to plan ahead with all major rehearsal, Tech Week, and performance dates provided in advance.
STEP 1 — Start with Your Schedule First
Before choosing a program, families should carefully review:
✔ Weekly class day/time
✔ Spring rehearsal schedule
✔ Tech Week dates
✔ Performance weekend
✔ Overall family time commitment
The full calendar is provided in advance so families can plan accordingly before registering.
STEP 2 — Choose the Program Experience
Once you have reviewed your family’s availability and commitment level, explore the available production options by grade level to find the best fit for your student’s interests, age group, and performance goals.
Grades 3–8 have multiple production track options available, so families are encouraged to compare:
✔ Class days
✔ Rehearsal schedules
✔ Performance weekends
✔ Overall commitment level
Each production track offers a different rehearsal schedule, performance weekend, and overall experience while maintaining the same School of Theatre training philosophy and educational focus.

A Year with Frog and Toad KIDS
Students in Frog and Toad Kids™ will participate in a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring performance of Frog and Toad Kids™.
This production emphasizes ensemble storytelling, imagination, character play, and early performance skills in a supportive, age-appropriate environment.
Foundational Phase (Sept-Jan)
Class Dates
Wednesday | 5:30-6:30 pm
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Classes Begin September 9th
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September 9, 16, 23, 30
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October 7, 14, 21, 28
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November 4, 11
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December (NO CLASSES)
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January 6, 13
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Auditions: January 20th (During Class Time)
Key January Dates
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Auditions (*by appointment only*)
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Wednesday, January 20th | 5:30-7:30 pm
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Callbacks (if needed)
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Monday, January 25th | (Time TBA)
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*Mandatory* Parent Meeting
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Monday, February 1st | 5:30 pm
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At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!
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Rehearsal Phase (Feb-March)
Students transition into rehearsal and full production preparation.
Rehearsals (3x per week)
Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:30-7:30 pm
Saturdays | 10:00 am-12:00 pm
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Rehearsals Begin February 1st
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February 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27
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March 1, 3, 6
Tech Week (Mandatory)
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Sunday, March 7th | 6:30-8:30 pm
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Monday, March 8th | 5:30-7:30 pm
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Tuesday, March 9th | 5:30-7:30
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Wednesday, March 10th | 5:30-7:30 pm
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Thursday, March 11th | 5:30-7:30 pm
Performances
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Friday, March 12th | 7:30 pm
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Saturday, March 13th | 2:00 pm
Class Time
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Wednesdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
*On the first day of class (9/10), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*

How to Train Your Dragon (Cast A)
Students in CAST A will be part of a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring performance of How to Train Your Dragon™.
Class Time
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Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
*On the first day of class (9/8), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*
Foundational Phase (Sept-Jan)
Class Dates
Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
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Classes Start September 8th
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September 8, 15, 22, 29
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October 6, 13, 20, 27
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November 3, 10
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December (NO CLASSES)
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January 5, 12
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Auditions: January 19th (During Class Time)
Key January Dates
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Auditions (*by appointment only*)
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Tuesday, January 19th | 5:30-6:30 pm
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Callbacks (if needed)
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Tuesday, January 26th | (Time TBA)
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Mandatory Parent Meeting
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Tuesday, February 2nd 7:00-8:00 pm
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At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!
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Rehearsal Phase (Feb-March)
Students transition into rehearsal and full production preparation.
Rehearsals (3x per week)
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:15-7:00 pm
Sundays | 1:00-3:00 pm
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Rehearsals Begin: February 2nd
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February 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28
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March 2, 4, 7, 9, 11
Tech Week (Mandatory)
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Sunday March 14th | 5:00-7:00 pm
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Monday March 15th | 5:15-7:15 pm
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Tuesday March 16th | 5:15-7:15 pm
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Wednesday March 17th | 5:15-7:15 pm
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Thursday March 18th | 5:15-7:15 pm
Performances
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Friday, March 19th | 7:30 pm
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Saturday, March 20th | 10:00 am

How to Train Your Dragon (Cast B)
Students in CAST A will be part of a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring performance of How to Train Your Dragon™.
Class Time
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Thursdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
*On the first day of class (9/10), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*
Foundational Phase (Sept-Jan)
Class Dates
Thursdays | 5:30-6:30 pm
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Classes Begin September 10th
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September 10, 17, 24
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October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
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November 5, 12
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December (NO CLASSES)
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January 7, 14
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Auditions: January 21st (During Class Time)
Key January Dates
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Auditions (*by appointment only*)
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Thursday, January 21st | 5:30-6:30 pm
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Callbacks (if needed)
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Tuesday, January 26th | (Time TBA)
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Mandatory Parent Meeting
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February 2nd 7:00-8:00 pm
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At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!
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Rehearsal Phase (Feb-March)
Students transition into rehearsal and full production preparation.
Rehearsals (3x per week)
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7:15-9:00 pm
Sundays | 3:00-5:00 pm
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Rehearsals Begin February 2nd
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February 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28
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March 2, 4, 7, 9, 11
Tech Week (Mandatory)
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Sunday, March 14th | 7:30-9:30 pm
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Monday, March 15th | 7:15-9:00 pm
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Tuesday, March 16th | 7:30-9:30 pm
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Wednesday, March 17th | 7:15-9:00
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Thursday, March 18th | 7:30-9:30 pm
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Friday March 19th | NO TECH (please rest!)
Performances
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Saturday, March 20th | 2:00 pm
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Sunday, March 21st | 2:00 pm








