KIDS MUSICAL THEATRE AT BAY LAUREL
*You must be enrolled at Bay Laurel Elementary (LVUSD) to participate.
We are now enrolling students from Bay Laurel for our Fall After-School Program. Our Kids Musical Theatre Program is designed for children in 1st-5th grade. The kids will audition for roles in Seussical Jr. Each student who enrolls will be cast in the show. Read more below for details. The Rising Stars class will cater to kids in TK/K. See details below.
PROGRAM FAQ
GRADES: 1st-5th
EXPERIENCE: We encourage all experience levels to participate.
ENROLLMENT OPENS: July 27th at 8 am
REHEARSALS:
Tuesday: 3 pm - 5:30 pm (Beginning August 26th)
(Specialty characters may be called from 5:30-6 pm)
EARLY CARE:
1st-3rd Grade: 2:15 pm - 3 pm (Additional cost)
DRESS REHEARSAL WEEK:
December 14th, 17th, and 18th. (Must be available)
SHOW WEEKEND:
December 19th-21st (Must be available)
PROGRAM FAQ
GRADES: TK/K
EXPERIENCE: We encourage all experience levels to participate.
ENROLLMENT OPENS: July 27th at 8 am
REHEARSALS:
Tuesday: 2 pm - 2:45 pm (Beginning August 26th)
SHOW DAY:
December 20th at 8:45 am (Tentative)
HOW DO AUDITIONS WORK?
Once you register above, you will receive an email with the audition materials attached. You will pick one song to sing for our directors. We will be accepting video auditions for this show. All auditions will be due by August 21st at 6 pm. To preview audition materials, click HERE​.
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CASTING
Each performer who enrolls will perform in TWO casts. One cast will be their main show (featured role) and an ensemble show (dancing and singing in major group numbers). Some performers will be cast in age-appropriate featured roles that they will perform twice.
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How do we cast? Please see our detailed Casting Criteria HERE.
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SESSION CAPACITY
We can enroll up to 60 kids in the program. A waitlist will open after the first 60 kids are enrolled.
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WHAT HAPPENS IN REHEARSALS?
Kids will work in an interactive and creative environment where they will be taught singing, dancing, acting, and choreography specific to Seussical.
WHO TEACHES THE KIDS?
Our program is produced by our Artistic Director, Jessica Alexander (MFA Acting, New School University), directed by Tiffany Vallerga, and supported by several co-directors and choreographers skilled in various aspects of theatre and performance.
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SAFETY AND MORE:
Safety is a main priority within the Class Act program. Class Act follows a detailed code of conduct that will be shared with all participants. It is important to us that all participants feel safe during rehearsals and performances.
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TUITION:
Tuition includes weekly rehearsals, dress and tech rehearsals, costumes, and a set.​
WHAT HAPPENS IN REHEARSALS?
Our TK/K group will work with our directors on learning the basics of theater in a fun and creative atmosphere. They will work on listening, following instructions, and basic choreography on stage. The group will learn dance numbers and a shared monologue that they will perform in a final showcase!
WHO TEACHES THE KIDS?
Our program is led by Lucy Davison and Maria Fouras.
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SAFETY AND MORE:
Safety is a main priority within the Class Act program. Class Act adheres to a detailed code of conduct that will be shared with all participants. It is important to us that all participants feel safe during rehearsals and performances.
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TUITION:
Tuition includes weekly rehearsals and a costume. The final showcase will be a free performance for families.
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MORE ABOUT CLASS ACT:
Class Act is a year-round theatrical program and non-profit theatre with ties to the San Fernando Valley since 1985. Our core musical theatre program is run out of Woodland Hills, where we produce three children's musicals every year. Our philosophy behind children's theatre is for everyone to have fun, feel included, and have their moment in the spotlight.
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We encourage personal growth through creative expression and theatre while working with a team to accomplish the larger goal of performing a show together.
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We embrace a double casting system in our regular program, as we feel it allows all young performers the chance to grow and experience theatre in a positive light. Each student who auditions for one of our shows will be cast in an age-appropriate main night role and a secondary ensemble role. We cast based on the audition, not based on the number of shows you have completed. Pending enrollment, we will also include a double-casting system at Bay Laurel.
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Class Act’s mission is to positively impact the lives of its students and families, by encouraging personal growth through creative expression and theatre.
Our programs offer the fundamental backbone to excel on a personal and professional level. We cater to the needs of every student who enters our door.
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OUR CORE VALUES:
Excel Creatively, Work as a Team, Impact the Community, and Always Have Fun
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