Group Classes
These are the Group Acting, Musical Theater Dance, and Band classes available for KIDS (6 - 8), TWEENS (9 - 12) and TEENS (13- 18). Combine both Classes for your student’s age group and a Weekly Private Voice Lesson in our Triple Threat Program!
We also have some special music offerings available for Homeschool Families, Babies & Preschoolers, and Adults (Some options open to ages 14 and up) - for more information, check out those pages!
For information about private music lessons, check out the "private lessons" page!
Spring 2026 Musical
Auditions Saturday, February 28th. Performances June 12th & 13th. Rehearsals Wednesdays & Saturdays from March 4th - June 10th.
Full Cast members open to 1st Grade Through 12th grade. Mini- Cast Members option for Ages 5 to 8 years old.
Second star to the right and straight on till morning—Peter Pan Jr. is flying our way! Young performers will have the chance to sing, dance, act, and bring the magic of Neverland to life alongside Peter, Wendy, Tinker Bell, and Captain Hook. Join us for a fun, supportive theatrical experience where creativity takes flight!
Directed By Sophie Thompson | Music Direction by Tabitha Pangman
In Partnership with Standish Parks and Recreation
This Session we are so excited to take our “Triple-Threat” program fully to the Stage in “Peter Pan Jr”! Auditions are February 28th at 9AM, and Rehearsals for Full cast Members will run On Wednesday Nights from 5:30PM - 7:30PM and Saturday Mornings from 9AM - 12PM. Tech Rehearsal is June 9th at BEHS, Dress Rehearsal is June 11th at BEHS, and Performances are June 12th at 6PM, and June 13th at 2PM and 6PM at BEHS.
Full Cast Registration is open to Students from 1st through 12th Grade*.
Our Younger Performers who are looking for a lighter commitment can sign up as “Mini Cast Members”, attending the first hour of rehearsals on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Mini - Cast is open to kids ages 5 to 8 years old.
*9th - 12th graders May sign up as Full cast members OR have the option to apply to be Interns. Internship requires additional backstage hours outside of regular rehearsals. For more Information about Internship and to Apply, Click HERE!
Registration is available through Standish Parks and Recreation. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot ASAP!
Peter Pan JR Costs:
Full Cast Member (Open to 1st grade -12th Grade) - $495
Mini-Cast Member (Open to ages 5 to 8) - $225 Total
Internship (Open to 9th - 12th Grade) By application Only
Resuming Fall 2026
The “Triple- Threat” Performance Program
This Program is for the young performer who wants to learn to do it all - Acting, Singing, and Dancing; In the Musical Theater world, we call those performers a triple threat!
This Program has a KIDS, TWEEN, and TEEN division. It combines “Acting for Theater”, “Musical Theater Dance” and a once weekly 30 minute Private Vocal & Acting Coaching for each student in the program, starting the second week of classes - all at combined monthly cost of more than 25% off! Our Winter-Spring session starts the week of January 20th, and runs though June 1st.
Students in the TRIPLE - THREAT Program will expand their knowledge and skill in acting, singing, and dancing; gaining more confidence and fluidity performing in front of an audience in all three of these disciplines. At the end of the semester, the students will showcase their musical theater skills as "Triple Threats' in the making in a final performance for Family and friends, and feature as a soloist!
“Triple-Threat” - KIDS (Ages 6- 8)
Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:30PM - 5:15PM + 30 minute private lesson (TBD)
Cost - $165 per month*
“Triple-Threat” - TWEENS (Ages 9- 12)
Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:15pm-6:15pm + 30 minute private lesson (TBD)
Cost - $190 per month*
“Triple-Threat” - TEENS (Ages 13+)
Mondays & Wednesdays from 6:15pm-7:15pm + 30 minute private lesson (TBD)
Cost - $190 per month*
CLASS DATES & DETAILS - Resuming Fall 2026
*PRIVATE LESSON - For students registered by September 6th, private lessons will begin the first week of enrollment. For students enrolled after that date, lessons will begin during the second week of classes.
* Each Session is charged monthly, at the beginning of each month. Classes are charged independent of individual class attendance. Class will be charged Monthly from September though December. Dress rehearsal and Performance cost for Students is included in the cost of Tuition payment.
Acting For Theater
Sessions for KIDS, TWEENS, and TEENS
This class is for students who are interested in exploring Theater and improving their acting and vocal skills! This class is approachable for beginners, while providing challenges for more experienced actors. It is a wonderful opportunity for students, regardless of their initial skill level, to increase their stage experience in a fun and encouraging learning environment! Over the course of the class, students will learn, stage, and rehearse scenes, culminating in a final performance for family and friends at the end of the semester!
This class meets once a week, and has separate sessions for KIDS, TWEENS, and young TEENS. With a much smaller class size than can be found in most theater programs, students have more opportunities to shine in each scene, and plenty of opportunity for individualized coaching and improvement!
***This Class is included as a part of the “Triple-Threat” Performance Program, but may also be taken independently. More info about the program can be found at the bottom of this page. ***
Acting for Theater - KIDS (Ages 6- 8)
Wednesdays from 4:30PM - 5:15PM
1st Child/Class* - $60 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$55 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $50 Monthly
Acting for Theater - TWEENS (Ages 9- 12)
Wednesdays from 5:15pm-6:15pm
Cost:
1st Child/Class* - $70 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$65 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $60 Monthly
Acting for Theater - TEENS (13+)
Wednesdays from 6:15pm-7:15pm
Cost:
1st Child/Class* - $70 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$65 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $60 Monthly
CLASS DATES & DETAILS - Resuming Fall 2026
* Each Session is charged monthly, at the beginning of each month. Classes are charged independent of individual class attendance. Class will be charged Monthly from September though December. Dress rehearsal and Performance cost for Students is included in the cost of Tuition payment.
More details - including holidays, snow day policy, and additional rehearsals are listed together for all classes at the bottom of this page!
Musical Theater Skills
Sessions for KIDS, TWEENS, and TEENS
This class is for students who are interested in Musical Theater to Strengthen their Musical theater skills! This Musical theater class is a wonderful opportunity for students to improve their stage presence while singing and dancing!
We have long felt that a strong foundation in dance was something MISSING from our Current Musical Theater and “Triple-Threat” programs, and our SO EXCITED to be able to shift our focus this session to a DANCE FOCUSED MUSICAL THEATER CLASS. We will still sing and do vocal work, but Dance skills will be strongly featured this session. We feel that this shift is incredibly timely, as we prepare to put up our first ever Spring Musical in 2026, which will have a STRONG Dance component!
This class meets once a week, and has separate sessions for KIDS, TWEENS, and young TEENS. Students will work on foundational Musical Theater dance skills, and learn at least one Musical theater dance number for performance over the course of the session. Students will build foundational dance and movement skills needed as an actor, while improving their confidence on stage! At the end of the semester, they will put on a final Musical performance for family and friends!
Required Class Material - Black Jazz Shoes. Please order your Jazz shoes early and have them with you at every class!
***This Class is included as a part of the “Triple-Threat” Performance Program but may also be taken independently - More info About the program can be found a the bottom of this page!***
Musical Theater - KIDS (Ages 6- 8)
Mondays from 4:30PM to 5:15PM
1st Child/Class* - $60 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$55 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $50 Monthly
Musical Theater - TWEENS (Ages 9- 12)
Mondays from 5:15PM-6:15PM
Cost:
1st Child/Class* - $70 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$65 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $60 Monthly
Musical Theater - TEENS (Age 13+)
Mondays from 6:15PM-7:15PM
Cost:
1st Child/Class* - $70 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$65 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $60 Monthly
CLASS DATES & DETAILS - Resuming Fall 2026
* Each Session is charged monthly, at the beginning of each month. Classes are charged independent of individual class attendance. Class will be charged Monthly from September though December. Dress rehearsal and Performance cost for Students is included in the cost of Tuition payment.
More details - including holidays, snow day policy, and additional rehearsals are listed together for all classes at the bottom of this page!
Contemporary Band Projects - Fall 2025
These sessions are open to ages 8 though High School. Students will be split into bands based on age, skill level, instrument, and interests! Bands will rehearse weekly, learning multiple songs to play together for a final showcase! Rehearsals will be 1 hour on a weekday - dependent student availability and which band they are placed in.
Ongoing private music lessons on their instrument (here at Crescendo or with another already established teacher), and 1 year+ experience on their instrument. Individual practice outside of the group rehearsal is required for these Band Projects! Private Music Lessons can be arranged here at Crescendo, pending teacher availability.
Rehearsals Start September 8th. Students will be invited to perform as a Band in our November 15th Student Recital.
Band rehearsals will be once a week, for 1 hour each. Potential Band rehearsal times:
Mondays from 3:30PM - 4:30PM
Tuesdays from 6:15PM - 7:15PM
Fridays from 5PM - 6PM
Saturdays from 3PM - 4PM
Tuesdays from 1PM - 2PM - Homeschool Session!
No Rehearsals Monday October 13th for Indigenous people’s Day or Tuesday November 11th for Veterans Day
Bands arranged based on Age, Skill Level, and Availability. Additional rehearsal day/time options may be added to suit demand; Based on group availability.
CLASS COST:
1st Child/Class* - $70 Monthly
2nd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) -$65 Monthly
3rd Child/Class* (from the same immediate family) - $60 Monthly
(Band Class Tuition Charged in Sept, Oct, & Nov. 2025)
Movie Makers Class
For future movie makers, ages 11 and up
Welcome to Movie Makers! In this class, we will discuss the process of making a movie from script to screen! We will talk about how to structure a screenplay, make storyboards in pre-production, act in front of a camera and finally edit the shots. As we discuss the process, we will use what we learn to make our very own short film for all to see! Not everyone will be in front of the camera as we will need those who may have an interest in the audio/video departments. If you have a love for movies and want to know more about the process, come join Movie Makers!
Winter 2026 Session
TBD
8 Week class cost - $150*
Second student (From the same Family) - $135
*Students may be able to join the class late, at the instructor’s discretion. This Class may be prorated to reflect late-start on a case-by-case basis.
Additional Details for All 2025 KIDS, TWEENS, AND TEENS Music, Acting, and Musical Theater Classes:
All Students Participating in the December Showcase will have a Dress rehearsal on December 12th from 4:30PM - 8PM
Fall Vocal, instrumental, and Band recitals are planned for November 15th - all Students in Private Vocal or Instrumental Lessons are invited to Perform in our Student recitals.
All Students are Invited to be a part of Our December Showcase Musical Theater Finale - Finale rehearsals are planned from 5PM -7PM on Friday November 21st, and Friday December 5th. These rehearsals may additionally serve as a Snow-day Group class Makeups.
Holidays- We strive to follow our local district, MSAD6’s Calendar, as much as we are able. We will NOT have Group Classes Monday October 13th for Indigenous people’s Day, Tuesday November 11th for Veterans Day, or November 26th - 28th for Thanksgiving Break. Voice Lessons though the Triple-Threat program will not be scheduled for these dates.
Snow Days- there is always the possibility of Snow Days - Group classes canceled due to snow days are not guaranteed to be rescheduled. Make up Lesson options WILL be offered for Private lessons Canceled due to Snow Days.
Two weeks notice required to withdraw from programs and Classes. Classes already paid for are not refunded.