Theatre School
Theatre School / Academy Sessions
Theatre School/Academy classes are at the heart of MCT’s Education Department.
This year, MCT Education embraces storytelling as a foundation for lessons in theatre skills, acting and fine arts. Tales from around the world allow us to journey toward our end of the year production in the spring. Theatre School classes consist of 4 sessions throughout the school year. The final session celebrates the year with a production on our main stage. In addition, Fine Arts Academy classes return, providing alternative class days for each grade level and offering opportunities to develop additional fine arts skills more keenly.
Students in K-6th grade can choose either Theatre School or Academy classes. Even better, why not expand involvement to classes twice weekly, focusing one day on acting and one day on other arts endeavors? Whatever you choose, K-6 Grade students in Theatre School and/or Academy can audition for the Spring production that comprises Session IV.
Note, all classes subject to change.
Current Classes
Theatre School Spring 1: Feb. 2 – Feb. 26
K-2 Storytelling
Tues/Thurs 4:20-5:20pm- K-2 Storytelling is a beginner class to build young actor skills! Storytelling is the core of acting. This class will focus on developing communication skills, self-confidence, as well as vocal and movement expression. This class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays for four weeks, 8 classes in total.
3rd-6th Acting
Mon/Wed 4:20-5:20pm- 3-6 Acting is an acting based class, designed to develop strong foundations in confidence, communication skills, different acting styles and skills in application to theatre. This class meets Mondays and Wednesdays for four weeks, 8 classes in total.
3rd-6th Musical Theatre
Tues/Thurs 4:20-5:20pm- 3-6 Musical Theatre is a singing based class, designed to develop singing skills in application to theatre. With opportunity to work on both group and individual performances, this class will build confidence in performing and vocal ability. This class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays for four weeks, 8 classes in total.
Centerstage
Centerstage Class for 7-12 grade is designed to serve those students who would like to build more practice before expanding their theatre experience, as well as those who have limited time to commit to theatre pursuits. The class parallels skills learned in Pickwick classes, providing a training ground for those students who may be interested in the annual Pickwick audition in the spring. There is no audition requirement for this class.
Current Classes
Centerstage Musical Theatre: Feb. 2- Feb. 25th
7th-12th Musical
Mon/Wed 5:30 - 7:00 pm- Due to popular demand we have added Centerstage into our Spring 1!
- Centerstage Musical Theatre is designed for students in the 7th to 12th grade who are looking to further their skills and training in singing and performing. Musical Theatre will dive into elements such as singing, acting, song selection, and techniques! This is a great class for anyone preparing for Pickwick Player auditions, or hoping to further their personal performing skills.
- This class meets Mondays and Wednesdays for four weeks,
Pre-K Creative Play
Creative Play classes are an excellent opportunity for 3, 4, and 5 year olds to experience not only theatre and fine arts, but a classroom setting as well. This program offers 3 sessions throughout the school year, with literature based curriculum. Students learn pantomime, story structure, characterization, and other theatre skills while also developing fine and gross motor skills through craft activities and movement exercises.
Applause! Players
Applause! Players is a theatre and creative arts class offered for students with autism. The class uses theatre skills to develop social interaction and communication for students 5-16 years old. This program is constantly evolving to give special needs students an outlet to express themselves through the arts. Students are encouraged to register for the entire year for continuity.
Performing Arts Camp
Performing Arts Camp
Note:
All classes subject to change.
All aspects of the arts come together at our annual Spring Break Fine Arts Camp. K-6 grade students enjoy a week long camp learning drama, art, puppetry, music, and dance with the assistance of the Pickwick Players. The last day of camp is a time for parents to come see what students have been working on all week in a showcase on the main stage.
Fine Arts camp is a wonderful place to spend Spring Break and learn about all aspects of fine arts.
Spring Break 2026 Camp
Dates: March 9th-13th Times: 8:30am-3:30pm- Spring Break Performing Arts Camp is back!
- During our week long camp students will participate in theatre based classes such as acting, music, scenery and more! These classes and skills will culminate in the creation of a fully original performance for presentation to family and friends on the last day of camp.
- Camp will run from 8:30am-3:30pm Monday through Friday (March 9-13), students will be asked to pack a lunch and water bottle each day. Open to Kinder through 6th grade students. Camp will take place at Midland Community Theatre.
Summer Camp
Summer Theatre School Sessions
As summer begins, we welcome K-6 students to experience the joy of creativity in our classes. There are two summer sessions, centered on a theme to foster skills in fine arts. Students participate in theatre, dance, music, and art classes from 9 AM to Noon, Monday-Thursday during the month of June.
Session Dates Coming Soon!
Pickwick Players
Pickwick Players
Auditions Coming Soon!
The Pickwick Players play a vital role in all aspects of Education at MCT. This is an audition only theatre education, performance, leadership and service group for 7-12 grade students. Pickwick Players participate in 90 minute classes twice a week, learning different aspects of theatre, dance, and music. Once accepted into the Pickwick Players, students have the opportunity to audition for the three Pickwick productions during the year. Pickwick Players also volunteer to work in various programs in the Education Department, including Fine Arts Camp and Theatre School. Pickwicks also participate in many community events throughout the year.
F.A.Q.
WHY THEATRE CLASSES?
Our classes are not just for actors! MCT Theatre School classes are designed to grow skills and experience in the theatre, but the lessons taught are also applicable to a multitude of other necessary skills outside of theatre, such as communication, empathy, confidence, creativity, teamwork and more!
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SESSIONS ONE, TWO, AND THREE?
Sessions One and Two are built to be more skill based classes, building up to that third session. Session Three is a performance based class. The process will be treated like a rehearsal, ending in a final public performance. Sessions One and Two are currently not required to participate in a Session Three, but heavily encouraged.
WILL STUDENTS BE ACTING IN THEIR CLASSES?
Although the main focus of education programs is the creative process, some activities will emphasize acting. Work with character development, improvisation with given circumstances, and monologue and scene work may be included, especially as students get older and/or more comfortable with what theatre is all about. We will also work on practical elements of the rehearsal process, such as blocking and stage movement, especially as we plan for the spring production.
WILL MY CHILD GET TO PERFORM FOR AN AUDIENCE?
Our many education programs are creative drama based, meaning that we focus on the process first. Production is a part of that process and each program we offer approaches performance in different ways. If a class in our 1st or 2nd Session intends to end in a performance, it will be outlined in the course description. If the class is our 3rd session, it is a Performance Session, which will end in a full production with one to two performances.
PARENT OBSERVATION
In general, we do not allow parents to stay during class time. Depending on the program, there may be an in-class parent sharing time for the final class, a formal production, or none at all.
REGISTRATION AND REFUND POLICY
We fill classes on a first come first served basis and they usually fill up rather quickly. A student is considered registered when they have completed the registration form and paid tuition. A spot in class cannot be held without tuition payment. Please note, there are NO REFUNDS. If you have to cancel or change a registration, that tuition paid will become a credit towards a future class.
CLASS SIZES
In general, class sizes have a minimum registration of 10 students, and a maximum ranging from 12 to 30. Our class sizes depend on a number of factors which include (but are not limited to) the age of students, the type of projects for the class, and the number of teachers and/or assistants available.