Advanced Studio Classes

Elite Training for Aspiring Musical Theatre Professionals

TUTS Musical Theatre Academy offers a wide-range of Advanced Studio Classes for students who are ready to move into the next level of training. If your student thinks they would like to dive a little deeper into musical theatre or even pursue it as a career, Advanced Studio Classes at TUTS Academy are the perfect place to start.

Studio Classes are based on placement evaluations* which are detailed below.

Placement Evaluations

Placement Evaluations involve submitting  materials that showcase a student’s talent and ability in dance, acting, or voice. Similar to an audition, Placement Evaluations must be submitted in the appropriate discipline for enrollment in Studio Classes only. Placement Evaluations may be submitted at any time and are reviewed on a rolling basis until the posted deadline. 

If Studio-level placement is approved, a registration link will be sent to the parent, and the student may then register for the corresponding class for the upcoming semester.

If instructors determine that Studio-level placement is not suitable based on the evaluation,  the parent will be notified and a Core Class in a similar discipline may be suggested. The student may enroll in any Core Class that aligns with their grade level and skill.

Fall classes take place September 14 – December 12.

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The placement evaluation deadline for Fall is Monday, August 31. Registration for Fall is due by Monday, September 7.

Submit Placement Evaluation Materials

*Please note The Academy Company year-long class requires an in-person audition. Information about how to audition can be found in the class description below.

STUDIO CLASSES

Vocal Repertoire & Coaching: 9th - 12th Grade
Designed in the spirit of a masterclass, this studio-level course gives students frequent opportunities to perform and grow. Participants will explore song selection more deeply while receiving real-time vocal coaching with a live accompanist. Whether preparing for an audition or an upcoming solo performance, students will consistently challenge and strengthen their vocal abilities, building confidence, artistry, and stage-ready excellence.
 
This class takes place on Tuesdays from 5 – 6:15 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $385.
Acting Methods: 6th - 12th Grade — YEAR-LONG CLASS
This advanced acting class dives into a vibrant range of eras, styles, and playwrights through the dynamic rehearsal and performance of monologues and scenes. Students will bring material to life using techniques drawn from Stanislavski, Meisner, and beyond with an emphasis on versatility, risk-taking, and refined craft, leading to captivating performances.
 
This class takes place on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 7:45 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $385.
Jazz Funk & Hip Hop for the Stage: 6th - 12th Grade
This class introduces students to high-energy, contemporary dance styles commonly seen on stage and in commercial productions. Rooted in the fusion style of Jazz Funk, students will learn foundational techniques in jazz funk and hip hop while developing musicality, performance quality, and stage presence through dynamic choreography.
 
This class takes place Wednesdays from 6:30 – 7:45 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $385.
Ballet II: 6th - 12th Grade
Building on Ballet 1, this course deepens students’ technical foundation through more rigorous skill development and increasingly complex combinations. Emphasis is placed on strengthening alignment, control, and precision while enhancing artistry and performance quality for musical theatre.
 
This class takes place Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:45 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $385.
Tap II: 6th - 12th Grade
Tap II builds on foundational skills to further develop rhythmic accuracy, coordination, and technical precision in tap dance with intermediate steps such as pullbacks, riffs, time steps, cramp rolls, and paddle-and-rolls, while refining weight shifts, articulation, and dynamic control. Emphasis is placed on clarity of sound, syncopation, tempo changes, and performance quality through progressively complex combinations.
 
This class takes place Thursdays from 5 – 6:15 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $385.
TUTS Academy Company: 9th - 12th Grade — YEAR-LONG CLASS

The Academy Company is a professional level  ensemble dedicated to advanced, level training in vocal performance,  dance, and acting interpretation. Designed for immediate application, students engage in rigorous, high-level combinations and routines while building toward the Fall and Spring Showcases. This Studio Class is a little different in that it requires an in-person audition and offers exclusive performance opportunities along with specialized, intensive training.

In-person auditions take place August 15 from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (in the Large Studio at the Hobby Center campus). Register for auditions for The Academy Company here.

Participation in The Academy Company requires a commitment beyond regular class hours for performances. Performance schedules for The Academy Company will be shared in advance, allowing families adequate time to plan and adjust their schedules accordingly. Students in The Academy Company must also participate in individualized courses assigned by The Academy Company creative instructors.

 
This class takes place Mondays from 6 – 9 PM at the Hobby Center campus. Tuition per semester is $500.

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