Fall 2025 Classes
Below are our Fall Class offerings. With the exception of our audition-only programs, space for classes is allocated on a first come, first served basis. For our audition-only programs, registration fees will be charged once students are selected for the program.
Theatre Arts Classes
From preschool through high school, we offer a wide range of programs for both beginners and experienced stage performers - including classes in acting/drama, musical dance theatre, and voice. Students who are interested in pursuing a Production Class are are required to take the prerequisite "Foundations of Musical Theatre."
Musical Theatre Classes
2nd-12th Grade
FOUNDATIONS OF MUSICAL THEATRE
THIS CLASS IS A REQUIRED PREREQUISITE FOR EVERY STUDENT BEFORE PARTICIPATION IN A PRODUCTION CLASS. *Students who have taken a WTP class or camp prior to September 2024 are exempt from this prerequisite.
$375
2ND to 4TH GRADERS:
Mondays 4:30pm-6:00pm (8 Weeks)
9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17
No Class 10/13 for Indigenous People's Day
Tuesdays 4:30pm-6:00pm
9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
*No class on 11/11 for Veteran's Day
Thursdays 4:30pm-6:00pm (8 Weeks)
9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
*No class on 10/2 for Yom Kippur
2ND to 6TH GRADERS:
Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm (6 Weeks)
9/27, 10/4, 10/10, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1
4TH to 6TH GRADERS:
Thursdays 6:05pm-7:35pm (8 Weeks)
9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13
7TH to 12TH GRADERS:
Wednesdays 6:05pm-7:35pm (8 Weeks)
9/24, 10/1, 10/8 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12
This class will introduce the core concepts of Musical Theatre! Students will learn choreography, dance technique, singing and breathing techniques, as well as learning how to perform confidently on stage. They will learn how to notate blocking, project their voice, and many other skills required of musical theatre actors. All students at Wellesley Theatre Project need to have this foundation before performing in a full production.
Musical Theatre Workshop
3RD-5TH GRADE
8 WEEKS
$375
Tuesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm
9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
*No class on 11/11 for Veteran's Day
Enhance your singing, dancing and acting skills with this class that will prepare you for the stage! Students will learn song and dance numbers as well as scenes from popular musicals. Students 3rd-5th Grade will need to have taken Foundations of Musical Theatre before taking this class.
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ACTING CLASSES
PREK-12TH GRADE
Page to Stage!
PRE-K (4 YEARS+) THROUGH KINDERGARTEN
8 WEEKS
$300
Tuesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
*No class on 11/11 for Veteran's Day
Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
9/24, 10/1, 10/8 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12
Every week a new story comes to life through creative drama, movement activities, and arts and crafts. Students will engage in an interactive exploration of storytelling drawing inspiration from the book of the week. This class utilizes the student's creativity and teaches them how to tell a story as a group which is the basic foundation of theatre.
Theatre explorers
4th THROUGH 6TH GRADE
8 WEEKS
$300
Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm
9/24, 10/1, 10/8 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12
This class will introduce theatrical concepts to our newest actors, and build creative skills for our returning ones. Students will use their curiosity to create stories and characters through games, storytelling, and crafts. Students will learn how to perform a scene with blocking and props. This is a perfect class to take before or simultaneously with an enrollment show. It will provide the building blocks needed to be a successful actor at WTP and beyond.
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Theatre in a Trunk
KINDERGARTEN TO 1ST GRADE
8 WEEKS
$300
Thursdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
*No class on 10/2 for Yom Kippur
A new adventure begins each week as actors discover treasures in a trunk and bring characters to life through creative drama and movement. Students will learn how to work together as a group and create original stories through making crafts, working with different props, and playing theatre games.
Acting Through Song
6TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE
8 WEEKS
$375
Thursdays 5:30pm-7:00pm
9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
*No class on 10/2 for Yom Kippur
Do you wish you were ready to play any role? Expand your acting range by learning the secrets of character creation. By expanding your acting range, you unlock the power to become anyone, from courageous heroes to mischievous tricksters, and everything in between. Become the actor who can bring any character to life in scenes, monologues, and improvisation.
DANCE CLASSES
2ND-12TH GRADE
Musical Theatre Dance
8 WEEKS
$375
AUDITIONS:
September 15th & 17th
6:30-8:30pm
2ND to 4TH GRADERS:
Thursdays 6:05pm-7:05pm
9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
*No class on 10/2 for Yom Kippur
5TH to 7TH GRADERS:
Tuesdays 6:15pm-7:15pm
9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
*No class on 11/11 for Veteran's Day
This class will focus on introducing musical theatre dance techniques through creative prompts, and using character driven movement to show how dance can be used to tell a story. Students will gain flexibility, expand their dance and theatre vocabulary, and learn fun dance combinations! Students are welcome to wear any clothes they are comfortable dancing in, except no jeans or skirts please. Sneakers or ballet shoes are perfect for this class.
8TH to 12TH GRADERS:
Saturdays 10:00am-11:30am (6 Weeks)
9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15
This class will help develop your student’s technique, ability to retain choreography, and help them to execute the steps while emoting as a character. Each class will contain dance technique work, conditioning, then learn a combination from a popular musical! Students will gain confidence in both their physical movement and their stage presence.
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VOICE CLASSES
2ND-4TH GRADE
Group Voice
2ND THROUGH 4TH GRADE
8 WEEKS
$300
Wednesdays 6:05pm-7:05pm
9/24, 10/1, 10/8 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12
Learn and sing songs from iconic musicals and musical movies like Descendants, Moana, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast and more! Students will work with a voice teacher in a group setting to learn healthy singing techniques, introduce concepts of harmony and music theory, and provide opportunities for solo and group singing. This is a perfect class to take if you love to sing!
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Technical Theatre Classes
6th-12TH GRADE
Behind the Scenes: Technical Theatre
6TH TO 12TH GRADE
8 WEEKS
$600
Tuesdays 6:00pm-8:00pm
9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
*No class on 11/11 for Veteran's Day
Ever wonder what it takes to create a set or props to make a performance come to life? Learn first hand about painting, carpentry, measuring, using power tools, and how to build and design props! Students will learn skills through projects, receive individual coaching, and your work might even end up on our mainstage!
Internships
7TH TO 12TH GRADE
WTP is now accepting applications for interns for our 2024/25 Season. Interns will have the chance to apply for a job with a specific role. They will work closely with WTP’s professional teaching artists to gain “on the job” skills. Our internship roles include:
Assistant Director
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Assistant Choreographer
Teaching Assistants
Social Media Interns
Tech Interns
General Interns
If you would like to be considered as an Intern, please complete the Intern Application Form. We will contact applicants directly to share opportunities.
Private Lessons
5th-12th Grade
Private Voice Lessons
5TH TO 12TH GRADE
8 WEEKS, 30MIN SESSIONS
$400
Love to sing? These one-on-one lessons will give students the opportunity to build and improve their singing technique while expanding their knowledge of the musical theatre repertoire. Students can prepare for auditions, work on material from a show they are performing in, and learn valuable techniques to improve their vocal quality.
Interested in private voice lessons? Email WTP Program Director Hannah Shihdanian at hannah@wellesleytheatreproject.org to schedule.
Note: Voice Teachers are not required to reschedule if students cancel any of their lessons.
Private Dance Lessons
5TH TO 12TH GRADE
If your student wants to prepare for an audition or improve with specific techniques, you can request private lessons with one of WTP’s dance instructors!
Interested in private dance lessons? Email WTP Program Director Hannah Shihdanian at hannah@wellesleytheatreproject.org to schedule.
Note: Teachers are not required to reschedule if students cancel any of their lessons.
Private Acting Lessons
5TH TO 12TH GRADE
If your student wants one-on one coaching for an audition, college submission, or to work on material from a current show, you can schedule a private lesson with one of WTP’s teaching staff!
Interested in private acting lessons? Email WTP Program Director Hannah Shihdanian at hannah@wellesleytheatreproject.org to schedule.
Note: Teachers are not required to reschedule if students cancel any of their lessons.
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Production Classes
Students will explore their creativity and expand their acting, singing, and dancing skills. From audition preparation to Opening Night, all students will learn what it takes to produce a stage show.
Prerequisite: Any student enrolling in a production class must have previously completed the "Foundations of Musical Theatre" class prior to enrolling in a Production class. Students who have taken a WTP class or camp prior to September 2024 are exempt from this prerequisite. At the Program Director's discretion, enrollment requirements may be waived. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Disney's 101 Dalmations, Kids
2ND TO 4TH GRADE
$860
Auditions the week of September 16th
Rehearsals begin the week of September 23rd
Performance Dates: November 20th-24th
REHEARSAL DAYS (CHOOSE ONE):
Mondays & Wednesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm -Wait List Only-
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00pm-6:00pm -Wait List Only-
Wednesdays 1:00pm-3:00pm and Fridays 4:00pm-6:00pm
Based on the classic animated film, Disney's 101 Dalmatians, KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney's most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws onstage. Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita's former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring rescue of the puppies from Cruella and her bumbling henchmen.
The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong
6TH TO 12TH GRADE (AUDITION ONLY)
$845
Auditions: Tuesday, September 3rd 6:30-8:30PM
Rehearsals begin Saturday, September 7th
Tech Week: October 19th -24th
Performance Dates: October 25th-27th
REHEARSAL DAYS:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm & Saturdays 2:00-6:00pm
After auditions students will receive a rehearsal schedule. Students will be required to attend every rehearsal, and must submit a conflict sheet at auditions. Attendance during Tech Week is mandatory.
From Mischief, Broadway masters of comedy, comes the smash hit farce. Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a show—an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines). Nevertheless, the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, this Olivier Award–winning comedy is a global phenomenon that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!
Elf The Musical Jr.
5TH TO 12TH GRADE
$860
Auditions the week of September 16th
Rehearsals begin the week of September 23rd
Performance Dates: December 13th - 15th
REHEARSAL DAYS (CHOOSE ONE):
Mondays & Wednesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00pm-6:00pm -Wait List Only-
Based on the cherished New Line Cinema hit, Elf JR. features songs by Tony Award-nominees, Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, with a book by Tony Award-winners, Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
How to Train Your Dragon THE MUSICAL Jr. (A PILOT PRODUCTION)
6TH TO 12TH GRADE (AUDITION ONLY)
$845
Auditions: June 10th, 11th & 12th 2024
Rehearsals begin August 19th
Tech Week: September 14th-19th
Performance Dates: September 20-22
REHEARSAL DAYS:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30-9:00pm & Saturdays 2:00-6:00pm *No Rehearsal 8/31 & 9/2
After auditions students will receive a rehearsal schedule. Students will be required to attend every rehearsal, and must submit a conflict sheet at auditions. Attendance during Tech Week is mandatory.
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Based on the DreamWorks Animation film, How To Train Your Dragon JR. brings the adventures of Hiccup and Toothless to life on stage. This heartwarming coming-of-age story follows Hiccup, a misfit teen from the village of Berk, who can’t kill a dragon. Tossed into dragon-fighting school, he tries to prove himself, but instead develops an unlikely friendship with Toothless, an injured dragon. Together, the dynamic duo strives to end the war between dragons and vikings, all while showing us that being a true hero means being true to yourself.
