Core Classes & Camps

In this class, participants will explore the building blocks of music and how they bring powerful vocal performances to life on stage. Through hands-on learning, students will dive into basic harmony, introductory music theory, and key vocal techniques that strengthen tone, control, and confidence. Whether you’re new or building on experience, this course will help you better understand your voice and take the next exciting step in your musical theatre journey.

In this class, participants will explore the building blocks of music and how they bring powerful vocal performances to life on stage. Through hands-on learning, students will dive into basic harmony, introductory music theory, and key vocal techniques that strengthen tone, control, and confidence. Whether you’re new or building on experience, this course will help you better understand your voice and take the next exciting step in your musical theatre journey.

This course builds students’ skills in recognizing and applying essential music theory through the symbols and notation found in vocal scores and sheet music. Students will sharpen their sight-reading and ear training abilities, gaining the confidence and musical awareness needed to learn music faster and perform with precision.

This continuation of Music Theory Essentials I pushes students further with intensified ear training, expanded sight-reading, and in-depth song form analysis.

This class brings vocal technique to life through real-time application, helping students strengthen their voices and step confidently onto the stage. From discovering your vocal range and making intentional performance choices to mastering the use of head and chest voice, students will gain the tools and control needed to perform with power, clarity, and confidence.

This class brings vocal technique to life through real-time application, helping students strengthen their voices and step confidently onto the stage. From discovering your vocal range and making intentional performance choices to mastering the use of head and chest voice, students will gain the tools and control needed to perform with power, clarity, and confidence.

This dynamic introductory course immerses students in the exciting world of acting by introducing essential techniques and terminology while actively exploring character creation, articulation, vocal projection, and motivation. Whether you’re brand new to the stage or just beginning to hone your craft, this class will ignite your passion, build confidence, and empower you to sharpen your skills as you grow and thrive in the Academy.

This dynamic introductory course immerses students in the exciting world of acting by introducing essential techniques and terminology while actively exploring character creation, articulation, vocal projection, and motivation. Whether you’re brand new to the stage or just beginning to hone your craft, this class will ignite your passion, build confidence, and empower you to sharpen your skills as you grow and thrive in the Academy.

This dynamic introductory course immerses students in the exciting world of acting by introducing essential techniques and terminology while actively exploring character creation, articulation, vocal projection, and motivation. Whether you’re brand new to the stage or just beginning to hone your craft, this class will ignite your passion, build confidence, and empower you to sharpen your skills as you grow and thrive in the Academy.

This course builds confidence and precision as performers bring scenes to life. Students will explore essential acting techniques—including subtext, emotional truth, and character relationships—while strengthening active listening, moment-to-moment responsiveness, and collaboration. Through focused script analysis and scene work, the class deepens performance skills using key concepts.

This class focuses on monologue and cold reading preparation, guiding students in how to effectively cut, workshop, and fully explore monologues. Students will also develop strong cold reading audition skills, learning techniques to quickly analyze text, make bold choices, and deliver confident, compelling performances.

This class builds essential skills for the musical theatre stage, focusing on alignment, coordination, rhythm, and musicality. Students will explore foundational styles such as jazz, ballet, and contemporary while learning key concepts like isolation, weight shift, and dynamics.

This class builds essential skills for the musical theatre stage, focusing on alignment, coordination, rhythm, and musicality. Students will explore foundational styles such as jazz, ballet, and contemporary while learning key concepts like isolation, weight shift, and dynamics.

This introductory course builds a strong foundation in classical ballet technique. Students learn proper alignment, posture, basic vocabulary, and develop musicality and coordination through barre and center work. The class promotes body awareness, discipline, and confidence in a supportive learning environment.

This introductory course allows students to learn the basic techniques and rhythms of tap dance. Students will learn foundational tap vocabulary, timing, and coordination while developing musicality through simple combinations and exercises. The class encourages rhythm awareness, focus, and confidence in a fun and engaging environment.

Jazz Dance for Musical Theatre introduces students to the dynamic style of jazz as it is used in Broadway and stage productions. Students will learn foundational jazz technique, expressive performance skills, and musicality while exploring choreography inspired by musical theatre.

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of technical theatre and production design, including set, lighting, sound, and costume design. Students will explore the design process, learn basic stagecraft skills, and gain hands-on experience with theatre technologies and equipment. Students in this class will also have the opportunity to support various Academy productions and TUTS events.

Performance Troupe is the primary ensemble representing TUTS throughout the Greater Houston community in a series of thoughtfully selected performances. This inclusive group provides students with meaningful opportunities to showcase their performance skills while gaining visibility and experience. Emphasis is placed on collaboration, artistry, and fostering a supportive environment that celebrates a diverse cast of student performers of all abilities.

Create & Explore is a joyful introduction to the world of musical theatre designed especially for Pre-K and Kindergarten students. Through imaginative play, singing, dancing, and storytelling, young performers build confidence, creativity, and early performance skills in an encouraging environment—giving your child a fun, engaging first step into the performing arts.

Broadway Littles brings the magic of the stage to life for 1st and 2nd grade performers! Through upbeat songs, energetic dance, and creative storytelling, students are introduced to the foundational elements of musical theatre in a fun and inspiring environment. This high-energy class builds confidence, sparks imagination, and helps young stars shine as they grow their performance skills and love for the spotlight.

Mini-Musical invites students to step into the spotlight as they perform their very own musical for family and friends, created specifically for this class! Throughout the class, students learn essential performance skills such as stage presence, blocking, and scene work while developing confidence in acting, singing, and movement. This collaborative and creative experience encourages teamwork, storytelling, and self-expression as students bring a full production to life on stage.