*By Instructor approval only*

This high-energy, stylistically rich class is designed for experienced dancers eager to grow as versatile musical theatre performers. Rather than progressing through a single curriculum, students will rotate through focused 6-week sessions led by different instructors, each specializing in a unique style found on the Broadway stage—such as Jazz, Modern, Tap, Fosse, Ballet, and more.

Through this rotating structure, dancers will build adaptability, expand their dance vocabulary, and learn to quickly absorb choreography in a variety of stylistic languages. Each instructor brings their own creative voice and expertise, offering students fresh challenges and insight into how different techniques, eras, and choreographers shape the world of musical theatre dance.

Weekly classes will include full-body warm-ups, style-specific technique drills, across-the-floor progressions, and choreography that emphasizes storytelling, ensemble work, and performance intention. Students will not only strengthen their technical foundation, but also explore how movement brings characters and scenes to life on stage.

Students will have two special opportunities to share their progress with family during our informal “Family Night: Inside the Studio” events, held at the end of each semester (December and May). These evenings are designed to let families step into the studio and see firsthand what their student has been learning and experiencing each week, and to provide a celebratory atmosphere for students to showcase their growth and skills.

Class Objectives:

1. Develop adaptability by studying a variety of Broadway-relevant dance styles including Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Modern, and more
2. Perform combinations from classic and contemporary musicals with technical accuracy and expressive commitment
3. Explore physical storytelling and character embodiment through movement in each style
4. Strengthen memorization, musicality, and ensemble precision across changing choreographic approaches
5. Analyze how different choreographers, time periods, and techniques shape Broadway dance vocabulary
6. Build improvisational confidence and performance presence across multiple movement styles
7. Reflect on personal growth as a well-rounded, versatile musical theatre dancer
8. Showcase selected combinations and exercises in informal, studio-based sharing events

Instructional Tone: Energetic, expressive, and professional—this class challenges students technically and creatively, while encouraging them to embrace new styles, connect emotionally, and perform with intention and confidence.
Activities: Style-specific warm-ups, across-the-floor technique, repertory combinations (e.g. Fosse, Robbins, contemporary jazz, modern Broadway tap), guided improvisation, character-based movement exercises, ensemble choreography, class discussions, and performance reflection.
Skills Focus: Technical versatility
Broadway dance vocabulary across eras and choreographers
Character-driven movement
Musical phrasing and rhythm
Physical storytelling
Professional rehearsal habits
Performance confidence and adaptability
Performance Readiness: Students will be prepared to perform a range of stylized choreography with theatrical detail, stamina, and expressive clarity during In the Studio sharing events.

Aligned National Core Arts Standards (Dance):
Creating:
DA:Cr1.1 — Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work (character embodiment, storytelling, improvisation)
DA:Cr2.1 — Organize and develop artistic ideas and work (learning and refining Broadway choreography)
DA:Cr3.1 — Refine and complete artistic work (polishing choreography, performance readiness)
Performing:
DA:Pr5.1 — Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation (ballet, jazz, tap technique in Broadway style)
DA:Pr6.1 — Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work (emotion, narrative, physical storytelling)
Responding:
DA:Re7.1 — Perceive and analyze artistic work (ensemble precision, spatial awareness)
DA:Re8.1 — Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work (character and narrative analysis)
DA:Re9.1 — Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work (self-reflection and critique)
Connecting:
DA:Cn10.1 — Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art (performance growth, character development)
DA:Cn11.1 — Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding (Broadway choreographers and eras)
 

Prerequisite: By instructor approval only