Love performing and entertaining? This class is designed to expose students to the craft of theatre. Through various warm ups, games and practice students will learn to dance and sing along to some favorite musicals such as Lion King, The Wiz and Hamilton!

Watch these great videos to see Connect to Broadway in Action!

http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=295zT92knI4– Excerpt from Broadways Hamilton Room Where it Happens

http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zy8dUJEOqos– Brand New Day from the Wiz

Learn

Learn the tools to be a triple threat in this performance class focused on teaching dance, songs and
scenes from favorite Broadway shows such as Wicked, Hamilton and Lion King! Each week
students will be introduced to terminology, theatre games, vocal and dance exercises as well as
learning songs and choreography to present at the end of class showcase. Come meet new friends,
find new talent, find your inner star!

Objectives/Goals:

• Students will be able to articulate what the components of a musical are.
• Have a working knowledge of dance and drama terms
• Be able to execute a variety of songs and dances
• Tap into their inner star!

Sample Curriculum: Classes will be customized to fit your time

Week 1 – Introductions, icebreakers, overview of class and expectations, learn what makes a musical
a musical. Theatre etiquette will be discussed.

Week 2 – Learn basic terminology for dance, drama and voice. What is choreography? How do we
tell stories? Elements of Dance and Theatre are discussed.

Week 3 – Review terms and song from previous class, learn new song as well as choreography

Week 4 – Putting the pieces together. Review musical numbers for clarity and stamina. Talk about
the end showcase.