
Youth Classes
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Fall 2025 Youth classes
Ages 4-18
Act, Sing, & Dance!
ICDT! Will be closed on the following dates
Fall 2025 Dates:
Labor Day - Monday, September 1st
Friday, September 3rd
Friday, October 31st
Veterans Day - Monday, November 10th & Tuesday, November 11th
Thanksgiving Break - Monday, November 24th - Friday, November 29th
Class Descriptions
Acting Fundamentals
Ages 8 - 11
Instructed by: Eric/Makena
Level 2
Prerequisite: Theatre Games (Level 1) or equivalent prior acting experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
*Creativity & Confidence
*Character Building
*Focus & Stage Presence
About the Class
Step into the spotlight! This beginner-friendly class expands on things learned in “Theatre Games” by introducing students to the basics of acting through fun games, scene work, and imaginative exercises. Students will learn how to use their voices, bodies, and emotions to create believable characters and tell powerful stories. Whether you're new to acting or building your skills, this class will help you grow in confidence, creativity, and collaboration—all while having fun on stage!
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Advanced Acting
Ages 12 - 18
Instructed by: Courtney N.
Level 3
Prerequisite: Acting Fundamentals (Level 2) or equivalent prior acting experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Emotional Truth & Physicality
* Adaptability
* Confidence in performance
About the Class
This Advanced Acting course is designed for experienced students eager to deepen their craft through intensive in-class character exploration and scene work. The class focuses on developing emotional depth, nuanced storytelling, and dynamic character relationships while refining skills in physicality, subtext, and improvisation. Students will engage in collaborative exercises that challenge them to make bold creative choices, explore complex character arcs, and respond authentically to their scene partners. With an emphasis on process over performance, the course culminates in a showcase of scenes and/or monologues that reflect each student's growth, artistry, and commitment to their craft.
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Beyond Broadway Dance
Ages 8-11
Instructed by: Makena
Level 2
Prerequisite: Broadway Dance (Level 1) or equivalent prior dance experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Precision & Technique
* Performance Skills
* Stamina & Style
About the Class
Take your training to the next level in this advanced class for students ready to push past the basics. Designed for dancers with prior experience, this class dives deeper into complex choreography, refined technique, and dynamic performance. You'll explore advanced styles across jazz, tap, ballet, and musical theatre while learning how to bring character and story to life through dance. With a focus on stamina, musicality, and expressive movement, this class challenges students to grow as both dancers and performers in a supportive, high-energy environment.
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Beyond Broadway Voice
Ages 12-18
Instructed by: Makena
Level 2
Prerequisite: Broadway Voice (Level 1) or equivalent prior vocal experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Vocal Technique & Breath Support
* Harmony & Musical Confidence
* Solo & Group Performance Skills
About the Class
For students ready to grow beyond the basics, this advanced class focuses on stronger vocal technique, breath control, and singing in harmony. Students will continue harmonies and ensemble work while also taking on solos, duets, and trios. Musical numbers will be drawn from shows like Wicked, Hamilton, and Mean Girls, helping students build stage presence, confidence, and performance skills in a fun, supportive environment.
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Broadway Dance
Ages 6 to 14
Instructed by: Edwina/Makena
Level 1
Beginner-level class, all skill levels welcome
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Self Expression & Confidence
* Coordination
* Strength & Endurance
About the Class
Come dance along with your fellow ICDT! peers in our beginner dance class! Learn basic dance terminology and skills in a fun and inclusive environment. Each week you will learn new choreography, work on the foundations of dance, and get to experience the joy of storytelling through movement. Broadway dance covers a variety of styles from jazz to tap, ballet to musical theatre, and more!
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Broadway Voice
Ages 6 to 14
Instructed by: Makena
Level 1
Beginner-level class, all skill levels welcome
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Self Expression & Confidence
* Memory, Speech, Diction
* Vocal training
About the Class
Come learn the importance of an ensemble as we work together on musical numbers from popular shows like High School Musical, Grease, Hairspray, and more! With a focus on singing, this class will grow your vocal confidence through working on large group musical numbers. You will also learn movement to songs, and have opportunities for solos, duets, and trios!
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ICDT! Showcases
Ages 7 - 18
Instructed by: Makena/Alison/Courtney N.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Professionalism
* Self Expression
* Collaboration
About the Class
Come be a part of ICDT!’s Showcases! Not only will this class give students the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge and understanding of theatre, blocking, and choreography, but it will allow for growth musically as we learn about the basics of sheet music and working with an accompanist. This class will cater to all levels of experience, and is the perfect opportunity for students who want to continue growing in their craft, as well as those who want to try it out for the first time!
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*Required Attendance on additional days for Tech and Shows.
Improv Fundamentals
Ages 8 - 13
Instructed by: Eric
Level 2
Prerequisite: Theatre Games (Level 1) or equivalent prior acting experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Creativity & Collaboration
* Confidence & Social Skills
* Connection & Communication
About the Class
This is an energetic class that teaches acting through improv! Improvisation is spontaneous performance without specific or scripted preparation and will strengthen your skills of thinking on your feet and allow you to respond to new ideas and themes with joy and curiosity.
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Improv Theatre Games
Ages 6 to 9
Instructed by: Eric/Courtney N./Jill
Level 1
Beginner-level class, all skill levels welcome
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Fun & Imagination
* Self-confidence
* Teamwork & Support
About the Class
This class is a great introduction to acting! You will be encouraged to use your imagination, work as a team, and build confidence all while learning and playing theatre games together. Come have fun while strengthening your drama and comedy skills through storytelling!
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Jazz Dance
Ages 12 - 18
Instructed by: Lou
Level 2
Prerequisite: Broadway Dance (Level 1) or equivalent prior dance experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Technique & Style
* Musicality & Expression
* Performance Readiness
About the Class
Designed for students who have completed “Beyond Broadway Dance” or its equivalent, this class is an advanced class for ages 12–18 that sharpens technique and elevates performance. Dancers will explore a variety of jazz styles (from Fosse to contemporary), tackle complex choreography, and develop the precision, stamina, and stage presence. This class is fast-paced, expressive, and performance-driven.
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More Music and Movement
Ages 4 to 6
Instructed by: Edwina
Level 2
Prerequisite: Music and Movement (Level 1) or equivalent prior dance experience.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Active Listening
* Teamwork & Taking Turns
* Motor & Listening Skills
About the Class
Ready to level up? “More Music and Movement” is designed for students who have taken our introductory class and are excited for more, more, more! This class continues to explore the world of music, theatre, and the arts through more complex rhythms and musical storytelling. Students will build confidence as they explore character through movement, learn basic dance moves, and strengthen their musical ear. With continued practice, your young artist will grow in body, voice, and imagination!
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*Children must be potty trained to attend or in a pull up. We recommend that parents stay in the center for the duration of the class if your child is not fully potty trained*
Music & Movement
Ages 2 to 5
Instructed by: Edwina
Level 1
Beginner-level class, all skill levels welcome
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Active Listening
* Teamwork & Taking Turns
* Motor & Listening Skills
About the Class
Families, drop off your young movers and shakers! This class is the perfect introduction to all things music, theatre, and the arts. In this class we'll discover ways our bodies can move in response to the music. Exciting musical games, rhythm work, and storytelling will be featured to help your kiddos develop creativity, listening skills, coordination, and more! We'll explore stretching, yoga, focused breathing, and musicals too!
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*Children must be potty trained to attend or in a pull up. We recommend that parents stay in the center for the duration of the class if your child is not fully potty trained*
Playwriting
Ages 10 - 14
Instructed by: Courtney N.
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Creative Storytelling
* Collaboration
* Critical Thinking
About the Class
Unlock the magic of storytelling in our class designed specifically for budding playwrights. In this interactive and imaginative journey, young writers will embark on an adventure through the world of theatre, learning the essential tools and techniques to craft an original play. From brainstorming ideas to bringing characters to life, this course empowers students to express their creativity and imagination through the art of playwriting.
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Tiny Taps
Ages 4 - 5
Instructed by: Edwina
Level 1
Beginner-level class, all skill levels welcome
This Class Promotes & Encourages
* Rhythm Patterns
* Coordination & Balance
* Teamwork
About the Class
Families, drop off your Tiny Tappers for an exciting, fun time! This class is the perfect introduction to tap dance while concentrating on the development of coordination, balance and the teachings of the basic tap skills suitable for young performers. Although structured, our Tiny Tappers will enjoy the gratification associated with learning rhythmic patterns with their peers.
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*Children will need a pair of new or used tap shoes for class*