APA Fall 6 Week Mini Sessions

Want to introduce your child to music and theatre without a big commitment? Our short sessions are great for beginners and busy families who aren't ready for full-length classes. It's a chance to try something new, meet friends, and learn new skills. Join us for 6 weeks of music and theatre fun!  Visit www.academywi.com to view THEIR full selection of programs.

All classes will be held at The Academy of Performing Arts  = LOCATION: 1001 St. Martins Rd. Franklin (Corner of Hwy 100 & Loomis)

Tiny Tunes (Ages 3 - 5)

Welcome to Tiny Tunes, where musical magic begins for our youngest singers aged 3-5! In this engaging and interactive class, your little one will embark on a musical adventure filled with laughter, learning, and lots of fun. Through playful activities, catchy songs, and imaginative play, we'll explore the world of music together, building confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love for singing. Join us as we sing, dance, and discover the joy of making music in a supportive and nurturing environment tailored just for our tiny tunesters!

Session 1 - Little Maestros: Building a Musical Foundation –Develop listening skills, pitch matching, and confidence in using the voice through playful musical exploration.

Session 2 - Storytime Songs: Bringing Books to Life with Music - Strengthen early literacy, memory, and creativity by singing and acting out favorite stories.

Group Glee Pop Choir (Ages 6 - 10)

This is a beginner show choir class in which students will learn to sing and perform together with simple choreography.  Students will choose two songs per semester to perform at APA’s music recitals.  Each week students will work on basic singing techniques, while learning performance skills that will help them build the necessary confidence needed to perform together for a live audience.  Throughout the year, students will gain team-building and leadership skills, while making fun social connections.

Group Drama Jr (Ages 6 - 10)

In this exciting and interactive class, young actors will embark on a journey of creativity, imagination, and self-expression. Through a variety of fun games, improvisation exercises, and scene work, children will learn the fundamentals of acting while building confidence, communication skills, and teamwork. Whether they dream of being on stage or simply love to play pretend, this class offers a safe and supportive environment for children to explore the magic of acting and unleash their inner performer!

Session 1: Lights, Camera, Action! –Dive into the world of acting with exciting scenes and scripts.  Build confidence, learn stage movement and bring characters to life through storytelling.

Session 2: Heroes and Villains - Unleash your hero or villain and bring epic battles to life using physical acting and stage combat in this thrilling drama session!

Group Musical Theatre Jr (Ages 6 - 11)

Combining acting and music elements with a touch of choreography, students will learn and sing show tunes, learn choreography, & make new friends! Students will learn a variety of warmups, games, and explore scenes and songs from the different eras of Musical Theater.  

Session 1: Schoolyard Spotlight - From classroom chaos to high school dreams, take the state with songs from High School Musical, Descendants, and more! Get ready for a fun -filled session inspired by the best school themed musicals.

Session 2: Frightfully Fun Musicals - Step into a world of spooky, kooky, and magical music! Sing and dance to hits from Beetlejuice, The Addams Family, and more in this thrilling Spooky-themed session.