Winter Academy 2026
School-year Academy offers an opportunity for students to choose specific classes based on their personal interests and to dive more deeply into a specific topic. Whether you are new to the Springer Theatre Academy or a seasoned veteran, School-year Academy has something to offer everyone! You may choose to take one, two, or all three blocks of classes.
Fall Academy classes are held on 4 consecutive Mondays: January 12, 19, 26 and February 2 from 4:30 - 7:50pm.
Fall Academy has 3 “blocks” of classes:
1st 4:30 - 5:30pm
2nd 5:40 - 6:40 pm
3rd 6:50 - 7:50 pm.
Students must wear an Academy shirt with their name clearly visible to each class.
Students may purchase an Academy shirt online or in person for $10.
Students should wear closed-toe shoes, pants or shorts that are long, and their hair should be pulled back out of their face.
We will have a short snack break in between blocks. Students may bring a snack from home or purchase one from the concessions.
CLASSES
Kindergarten - 2nd Grades
Musical Theatre Jr.
with Meagan Cascone
1st Block (4:30 - 5:30 pm)
5-6-7-8! Establish and develop musical theatre skills including singing, dancing and stage presence in a fun and accepting environment for our Tykes and Juniors.
Academy Adventure!
with Sam Bolar
2nd Block (5:40-6:40pm)
Let's explore the world of theatre together on and off the stage! Go on an adventure with us around the Springer and see what it takes to make magic of theatre come to life.
3rd - 4th Grades
Improv
with Carter Eldridge
1st Block (4:30-5:30pm)
Who needs a script? Explore imagination and partner work in a fun and creative environment that prepares you for life! Learn to make bold choices, be a great scene partner and think on your feet.
Musical Theatre: Dance
with Alex Williams
2nd Block (5:40-6:40pm)
Get ready to move and groove! Students will learn fun, age-appropriate choreography set to popular show tunes, while also exploring basic dance techniques. Whether your child loves to dance or wants to try something new, this class is the perfect way to build confidence, coordination, and a love for the stage!
Puppeteering
with Jessi Bryce
3rd Block (6:50-7:50pm)
In this imaginative class, students will discover the magic of bringing characters to life through puppetry! They’ll design and build their own puppets, then learn the basics of performance while making their puppets move, speak, and show emotion. Through storytelling and exploration, students will gain confidence as they bring their creations to life.
5th - 8th Grades
Musical Theatre: Dance
with Alex Williams
1st Block (4:30-5:30pm)
Get ready to move and groove! Students will learn fun, age-appropriate choreography set to popular show tunes, while also exploring basic dance techniques. Whether your child loves to dance or wants to try something new, this class is the perfect way to build confidence, coordination, and a love for the stage!
Spoken Word Poetry
with Sam(ira) Obied
2nd Block (5:40 - 6:40 pm)
Unleash the power of the spoken word! Students will explore writing for performance in spoken word and slam poetry. Learn various writing styles and explore creating original work for different audiences. This class is brought to you by Sam(ira) Obeid who is an internationally renowned spoken word poet.
Circus
with DB Woolbright
3rd Block (6:50-7:50pm)
Come one, come all to the greatest show on earth! Learn skills such as juggling, tumbling, balancing, miming, and clowning. Adding these special skills to your acting resume will help you reach the top of casting director's lists.
9th-12th Grades
DEvising
with Sam Bolar
1st Block (4:30-5:30pm)
Step into the world of creative storytelling and create your own original work! Explore the art of playwriting, character development, and scene creation as you bring your unique ideas to life. Each student will have the opportunity to craft, share and improve their own original piece, showcasing their own personal voice and creativity.
Juggling
with Jessi Bryce
2nd Block (5:40-6:40pm)
In this class, students will learn the very first pattern in juggling, the cascade pattern! We’ll start with scarves then gradually increase the difficulty eventually juggling 3 balls at a time. Students will gain focus, patience, confidence and coordination with Academy favorite, Jessi Bryce! Everyone begins in the same place, so no experience is needed!
Musical Theatre: Dance
with Alex Williams
3rd Block (6:50-7:50pm)
Get ready to move and groove! Students will learn fun, age-appropriate choreography set to popular show tunes, while also exploring basic dance techniques. Whether your child loves to dance or wants to try something new, this class is the perfect way to build confidence, coordination, and a love for the stage!
Intern/Work-Study Program
Work-Study Program (WSP) students (Interns) receive financial assistance in the form of either community service hours OR tuition credit in exchange for work done for the Academy. Work all four sessions to earn up to $75 toward your tuition. Interns may instead opt for community service hours, but if so, they do not also receive the tuition credit.
Interns are assigned to assist either a classroom Teacher or the Academy Staff.
WSP applicants must have completed the 8th grade and must be a veteran Academy student in good standing.
Once we have received your application, we will contact you to schedule an interview, if necessary. All decisions regarding WSP applications are made by the Academy Director.
Email [email protected] for more information