Pre Professional & competition team

Our Pre-Professional Program, housed under our upper level American Musical Theatre Conservatory (AMTC) program, is designed for dedicated young performers seeking advanced training for passionate youth through adult in the performing arts.  Under the guidance of Katie Kerwin-Gielniak and a team of seasoned professionals and teaching artists, participants will receive comprehensive coaching to hone their vocal prowess, refine their dance technique, and perfect their acting skills to build a true "triple threat" performer. This program includes our Company Level programs and Competition Team, offering intensive instruction in dance, musical theatre, voice, and acting. Students will refine their skills, perform in high-level productions, and compete in regional and national competitions. To accompany their training, students will have opportunities to work alongside industry professionals, gaining real experience and networking for future work. Our mission is to prepare them for a future in the performing arts, fostering discipline, creativity, and a passion for excellence. Click below to schedule your audition! 

Our team members receive rigorous training in dance, musical theatre, voice, and acting, preparing them for regional and national competitions. At competition, students compete in group numbers and solos (based on merit). Soloists take private lessons for personalized coaching. Team members travel to regional competitions on the west coast and national competitions in various cities across the country. Competing at a high level builds confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of accomplishment. 

Ballet Company is designed for dedicated dancers committed to advancing their ballet technique and performance skills. Members participate in rigorous training, including classical ballet, pointe (for those who are ready, as determined by our director, Katie Kerwin-Gielniak, and ballet instructors), and contemporary styles. The company performs in showcases and community events, offering valuable stage experience. Dancers also have opportunities to compete regionally and nationally. This program fosters discipline, artistry, and a deep appreciation for the art of ballet, helping dancers grow into well-rounded performers. 

Tap Company offers dedicated tap dancers the opportunity to refine their skills and showcase their talent. With three levels—Mini, Junior, and Senior—dancers train in advanced tap techniques, rhythm, and performance. This program emphasizes precision, creativity, and musicality, helping dancers grow into confident and dynamic performers. 

The Acting Program cultivates confidence, character, and charisma, empowering students to overcome stage fright and anxiety while enhancing their reading comprehension, verbal, and auditory skills. Through immersive training in Stage Acting, Film/TV, and Voice Over, students forge emotional and social connections, transforming into versatile and self-assured performers. 

Our Voice program offers a comprehensive approach to vocal training through our Broadway Vocal Choir and private voice lessons. The Broadway Vocal Choir provides students the opportunity to sing in an ensemble, focusing on harmonization, vocal technique, and performance skills. Private voice lessons offer personalized instruction tailored to each student's unique voice, helping them build technique, expand their range, and develop confidence. Both programs emphasize musicality, expression, and stage presence, preparing students for solo performances and group productions.