CMT Stage School Fall 2025

Classes will run August 19th - November 20th and will resume January 13th - until early May.

For students ages 3- 17.

Each class is $50/month or you can use the “Triple Threat” discount and enroll in 3 classes for $125/month.

Enrollment is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Classes are $50/month due September 1st, October 1st, November 1st, January 15th, Feburary 15th, March 15th, & April 15th. 

You will have the option to select monthly billing or one time semester billing.  

Limited Scholarships are available.  Please email cyndee@cmtonstage.com ASAP to receive the scholarship application and instructions.  

Epic Students- If you would like to utilize your learning fund for your tuition, please email cmtbooks@cmtonstage.com to receive instructions before completing this registration.

Elementary Class Options: Bitesize Music & Movement; Dance & Acting Foundations; JazzFusion; Elementary Broadway; Step it Up Choreo; Tap 101; Tap 102; Tap 201 (audition required); Partner Dancing & Lifts; Acting 101; Acting 102; Vocal Music 101

Middle/High School Class Options: JazzFusion; Intermediate Broadway; Step it Up Choreo; Tap 101; Tap 102; Tap 201 (audition required); Tap 301 (HS only); Advanced Dance (audition required); Partner Dancing & Lifts; Acting 102; Acting 201; Vocal Music 201

Tuesday:

5:15- 6:00

Bitesize M & M  (4yr- 5yrs, mature 3s) 

          Step it Up Choreo (4th grade +)    

6:00- 6:45

Vocal Music 201 (5th grade +)

Jazz Fusion (2nd grade +)

6:45- 7:30

Vocal Music 101 (2nd- 5th grade)

Advance Dance (6th grade +, audition required)

**7:30- 8:15

Partner Dancing & Lifts (4th grade +, Prior dance required)

**6 week mini class sessions, starting date TBD**

Thursday:

4:30- 5:15

Dance & Acting Foundations (1st & 2nd graders. Good for beginning readers) 

Acting 102 (5th & 6th grade) 

5:15- 6:00

Tap 201 Intensive  (4th grade +, prior tap skills and audition required)

Tap 101 Intensive (3rd grade +) 

Tap 102 Intensive (4th grade +) 

6:00- 6:45

Acting 101 (2nd- 5th grade)

Intermediate Broadway Dance (6th grade +) 

6:45- 7:30

Acting 201  (7th grade +)

Elementary Broadway Dance 

**7:30- 8:15

Tap 301 (high school only, must have some prior tap skills) 

**6 week mini class sessions, starting date TBD**

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Bitesize Music and Movement
Tuesday, 5:15–6:00 | Ages mature 3 year old, 4-5 year olds (PK/K)
Introduce your little one to the joy of music and movement! This playful class focuses on basic dance steps, rhythm, and musicality. Using rhythm instruments, props, and storytelling, children will sing songs, recite poems, and explore creative body movement. It's a fun-filled foundation for future performers! Class size limit- 12

Dance and Acting Foundations
Thursday, 4:30- 5:15 | Grades 1 – 2 (ages 6-8)
Spark creativity while learning the basics of dance and acting! Students will build foundational steps and simple combinations while learning essential dance terminology. Imaginative music and games help kids develop their own unique style, setting the stage for a lifelong love of theatre.  This is a basic introduction into musical theater. Class size limit- 12

Vocal Music 101
Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grades 2 – 5
Find your voice and make it shine! This introductory class focuses on vocal techniques, breath control, and performance skills. Students will build confidence while learning fun songs and gaining the tools to sing like a star.

Acting 101
Thursdays, 6:00–6:45 | Grades 2 – 4
Step into the spotlight and explore the art of acting! Students will discover character development, practice improvisation, and learn how to bring stories to life on stage. It's a great first step into the world of theatre!

Elementary Broadway Dance
Thursdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grades 2 – 5
Dance your way through Broadway! This fun, combo dance class introduces ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop, all inspired by iconic Broadway musicals. Students will also have the chance to experiment with character-driven movement for an extra creative challenge. Class size limit- 12

Intermediate Broadway Dance
Thursdays, 6:00–6:45 | 6th Grade +
Take your Broadway skills to the next level! This dynamic class explores ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop, focusing on choreography from Broadway shows. Students will also explore character movement for an extra layer of theatrical flair. Class size limit- 12

Advanced Dance
Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 | 6th Grade +(Prerequisite: 2 or more years of dance; Because of the increase skill level, this class requires an audition)
Take your dance skills to the next level in this advanced dance class.  Students will focus on proper dance technique as well as dance expression in contemporary and lyrical dance styles. 

Vocal Music 201
Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 | 6th Grade +
Enhance your vocal skills with more advanced techniques. Students will focus on harmonies, vocal projection, and emotional expression, helping them develop their unique sound and stage presence.

Acting 201
Thursdays, 6:45–7:30 | 7th Grade +
Dive deeper into the world of acting with advanced techniques. Students will explore character development, improvisation, monologues, script writing, and audition skills. This class builds confidence and hones performance abilities for both large and small groups.

Tap Intensive 101
Thursdays, 5:15–6:00 | 3rd Grade +
Step up and feel the rhythm! This class digs into tap techniques, teaching students how to use their shoes to create percussive beats while dancing to a variety of music styles. Focus will also be on strength, flexibility, and stylization through warm-ups, progressions, and fun combinations. Class size limit- 12

Tap Intensive 102
Thursdays, 5:15–6:00 | 1 prior year of tap recommended; 4th Grade +
Step up and feel the rhythm! This class digs further into tap techniques, teaching students how to use their shoes to create percussive beats while dancing to a variety of music styles. Focus will also be on strength, flexibility, and stylization through warm-ups, progressions, and fun combinations. Class size limit- 12

JazzFusion
Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 | 2nd Grade +
Get funky with this high-energy dance class that blends elements of hip hop, jazz, lyrical, and modern styles. Students will build strength, flexibility, and confidence while learning expressive and exciting dance moves that bring out their inner performer.

Acting 102
Thursdays, 4:30–5:15 | 5th & 6th Grades
Explore the next level of acting with deeper character work, improvisation, and audition skills. Students will build confidence as they learn to write scripts, present monologues, and take direction—all while developing strong communication skills for any stage.

Step It Up Choreo Intensive
Tuesdays, 5:15–6:00 | 4th Grade +
Ready to tackle new choreography? This fast-paced class focuses on mastering different dance styles quickly while developing creative movement. Each week introduces a new style, and students will even contribute to creating original choreography for the class.

Tap Intensive 201
Thursdays, 5:15- 6:00 | 4th Grade + (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of tap; Because of the increase skill level, an audition is required)
For dancers ready to deepen their skills, this intermediate class continues the exploration of tap techniques. Focus will be on intricate rhythms, stylization, strength, flexibility, and complex choreography to help students elevate their performance. Class size limit- 12

Tap Intensive 301
Thursdays, 7:30- 8:15 | 9th Grade + (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of tap; Because of the increase skill level, this class is for high schoolers only)
For dancers ready to deepen their skills, this advanced class continues the exploration of tap techniques. Focus will be on precision with intricate rhythms, stylization, strength, flexibility, and complex choreography to help students elevate their performance. **Mini 6 week class sessions

Partner Dancing and Lifts
Tuesdays, 7:30- 8:15 | 4th Grade + (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of dance)
Explore dancing with a partner.  Focus will be on moving rhythmically together addressing leading, following, communication through body cues/ eye contact, and dance frame.  Partner dancing shows up in many dance styles including swing, waltzing, tango, and salsa. Short lifts and combination lifts will be incorporated. **Mini 6 week class session