Summer Session Classes
- Summer Classes are HYBRID - choose either IN PERSON or VIRTUAL ONLY (via Zoom). Learn more
- Summer classes meet once a week: June 7th - August 7th (no classes July 5 - July 10th).
- Many families will qualify for Scholarship Assistance. Please call 816-531-4022 for more information.
- Multi-child and multi-class discounts are also available.
Summer Music Classes
Classes meet once a week June 7 - August 7 (no classes July 5 - 10)
Garage Band
Play, collaborate, and create with others in a 'garage' rock band format. Every member will have the chance to try out the various instruments and roles: electric guitar, keyboard, and vocals. Through experimentation and practice, the group will create its own unique sound. STUDENTS MUST ALREADY HAVE SOME EXPERIENCE WITH THE GUITAR, BASS, KEYBOARD or DRUMS. Students must speak with Teaching Artist Chris Hudson prior to the first class.
Already in a band? Want to create a band with a group of friends? Additional times are available for pre-formed groups - work with Chris Hudson to take your band's sound to the next level.
CLASS: Garage Band
DAY: Tuesday
TIME: 6:00-6:50pm
AGES: 8-18
TEACHING ARTIST: Chris Hudson
FEE: $120
CLASS: Garage Band
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 6:00-6:50pm
AGES: 8-18
TEACHING ARTIST: Chris Hudson
FEE: $120
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Summer Theatre Classes
Classes meet once a week June 7 - August 7 (no classes July 5 - 10)
College Audition Prep
This course will walk students through the entirety of the college audition process. With interactive lectures on Applications and Auditions, Material Selection, School Selection, and What Happens in the Room. Along with workshop opportunities for their entire audition package, students will receive the information and tools they need to have a successful college audition experience.
CLASS: College Audition Prep
DAY: Monday
TIME: 5:15-6:35pm
AGES: 16-24
TEACHING ARTIST: Nora Hennessy
FEE: $160
Summer Dance Classes
Classes meet once a week (unless otherwise noted)
June 7 - August 7 (no classes July 5 - July 10)
Learn more about our HYBRID CLASSES here.
Pre-Ballet Classes
Students will learn basic ballet technique and practice to improve coordination skills and flexibility in this lively and positive class. Dancers are taught to march, skip, gallop, and soar through the air with pointed toes and straight knees preparing them for Ballet I.
CLASS: Virtual Pre-Ballet
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 9:45am - 10:15am
AGES: 3 - 5
TEACHING ARTIST: Lexi James
FEE: $95
CLASS: Pre-Ballet
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 9:45am - 10:15am
AGES: 3 - 5
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Witte
FEE: $95
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Ballet I & II
Students will concentrate on ballet technique, correct French terminology and flexibility. Classes are structured to teach ballet movements that improve technique but also move and travel across the floor allowing for an energetic and lively class.
CLASS: Ballet I & II
DAY: Monday
TIME: 5:30-6:20pm
AGES: 5-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Mady Thelen
FEE: $110
CLASS: Ballet I & II
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 10:30-11:20am
AGES: 5-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Lexi James
FEE: $110
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Ballet III - VI
Ballet III, IV, V and VI classes will greatly improve technique, strength, flexibility, musicality, grace and artistry. Ballet class combinations are created to build a greater knowledge base of terminology while also increasing the dancer's ability to execute several steps together in one combination. Most classes will meet two times per week.
CLASS: Ballet IIIA
DAY: Monday
TIME: 5:45 - 6:35pm
AGES: 7-13
TEACHING ARTIST: Kim Shope
FEE: $110
CLASS: Ballet IIIB/IV
DAY: Tuesday and Thursday
TIME: Tues= 5:30-6:20pm / Thurs=5:30-6:40pm
AGES: 7-13
TEACHING ARTIST: Kim Shope
FEE: $250
CLASS: Ballet V - VI
DAY: Monday and Wednesday
TIME: Mon=4:30-5:20pm / Wed=4:30-5:50pm
AGES: Invite only
TEACHING ARTIST: Kim Shope
FEE: $250
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Main Street Dancers
This class for advanced ballet students will focus on performance preparation, choreography and advanced skills. The Main Street Dancers will be asked to perform at various public events throughout the year. Must have instructor approval.
DAY: Wednesday
CLASS: Main Street Dancers
TIME: 6:00-6:50pm
AGES: by invitation
TEACHING ARTIST: Kim Shope
FEE: $110
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Hip Hop I, II, III
These classes teach rhythm, coordination, and age-appropriate hip hop choreography with no suggestive music/movements. Hip Hop is upbeat and great for kids who like to move! No experience necessary for Hip Hop I. Hip Hop II and III students must have completed Hip Hop I or have instructors approval.
CLASS: Hip Hop I
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 5:00-5:50pm
AGES: 5-10
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Witte
FEE: $110
CLASS: Hip Hop I-II
DAY: Monday
TIME: 6:45-7:35pm
AGES: 5-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Mady Thelen
FEE: $110
CLASS: Hip Hop II - III
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 6:15-7:05pm
AGES: 10-18
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Witte
FEE: $110
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Tap/Jazz Classes
In this energetic combo class, Tap exercises are used to develop rhythm, style, and sound. Jazz exercises will focus on building flexibility, strength, coordination, and artistic style.
CLASS: Tap/Jazz Combo I-II
DAY: Wednesday
TIME: 5:30-6:20pm
AGES: 5-10
TEACHING ARTIST: Bobbi Foudree
FEE: $110
CLASS: Tap/Jazz Combo II-III
DAY: Wednesday
TIME: 6:45-7:35pm
AGES: 10-18
TEACHING ARTIST: Bobbi Foudree
FEE: $110
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Dance for Musical Theatre
During this dance course, students will learn different techniques of musical theatre dance. Miss Franci will incorporate Broadway jazz, light ballet and basic musical theatre movement. We will dance to songs from classical musicals, revivals, and new Broadway show tunes to highlight the rich history of American Musical Theatre. This high energy class will bring fun and excitement to dancers ages 5-12.
CLASS: Dance for Musical Theatre
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 10:45-11:35am
AGES: 5-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Witte
FEE: $110
Lyrical for Teens and Adults
Lyrical Dance is a combination of Horton Modern technique and contemporary dance, focusing on a connection with the music. This is a great style for any dancer with training in ballet or jazz who wants to expand his/her knowledge, performance quality, and stage presence. This class encourages students’ dancing spirits through well-crafted dance technique, filled with creative imagery and inspiring music.
CLASS: Lyrical for Teens & Adults
DAY: Tuesday
TIME: 6:45-7:35pm
AGES: 12+
TEACHING ARTIST: Katie Schilling
FEE: $110
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Learn more about our HYBRID CLASSES here.
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Learn about Scholarships here
All enrollments are processed online through Active Camp and Class Manager. There is a small (4%) fee added to the class costs to cover part of the administration fees.
