Master Academy
Designed for the dedicated performer, the Master Academy is our training course. With weekly classes in Acting, Dance and Singing, these performers will excel in our other programs, and in the theater community! This is an audition only class and is an 11 month commitment
Auditions for the 2023-24 Master Academy Season
May 31st and June 2nd
May 31 - Dance
5:30-7pm - Please bring Jazz shoes if you have them
June 2 - Acting/Vocal
By Appointment - Signups will be sent via email
Master Academy Accepts students grades 3-12
Not all who audition will be accepted - space is limited
Current Academy members do not need to re-audition
Auditioners will be considered for all levels they are eligible for.
Following auditions, decisions will be sent via email. At that time you can confirm or reject your placement.
Potential Master Academy Members must register in our system prior to auditions. No payment or commitment is needed to register.
Dance Audition Information:
A Dance Combination will be taught the night of the auditions - nothing needs to be prepared ahead of time.
Please bring jazz shoes with you to your audition
Vocal/Acting Audition Information:
Song - 16-32 bars from a Broadway show.
Monologue - 1 minute or less monologue of your choosing.
You do not need to provide us with the monologue, but you should know where it came from
All auditioners will receive detailed information on auditions via email
We have limited open spots available in our Master Academy program.
Because of this, not everyone who auditions will be accepted into in Master Academy
$100 Materials Fee due at contract signing
Each student will receive a Tshirt, Crewneck Sweatshirt, Master Academy Binder, and Master Academy Bag
$25 Amazon gift card also due at contract signing to be used in a travel fundraiser
Mondays
5:00-6:00 - Dance - technique
6:00-7:00 - Group Vocal
Wednesdays
5:00-6:00 - Dance - Musical Theatre Jazz
6:00-7:00 - Acting - Monologues/Scenes
In this novice level, students will learn the basics of each dicipline
Acting - Speaking in front of others, gaining confidence, monologues, duo scenes, small group scenes
Vocal - Proper singing techniques, ensemble singing, solo singing, breath support, confidence
Dance - Coordination, Timing, Rhythm, Conditioning, Introductory Vocabulary
Level 1 will also present a live performance during the season
Level 1 academy members also have the option to audition to dance in our Emerging Choreographers Showcase
Master Academy Level 1 will be taking a trip to Disneyland Performing arts to further their Musical Theatre learning.
Disneyland Performing Arts -
January 24 (eve) - 28, 2024
This is a mandatory event, and will require an estimated added cost of $1000 per participant/chaperone. This will include lodging, tickets, transportation to and from Anaheim and some meals. Individual fundraising opportunities will be available to all academy members.
Mondays
5:00-6:00 - Group Vocal
6:00-7:00 - Dance - technique
Wendesdays
5:00-6:00 - Acting - Monologues/Scenes
6:00-7:00 - Dance - Musical Theatre Jazz
In this intermediate level, students will master the basics of each discipline
Acting - Monologues, Duo Scenes, small group scenes, beginning improv
Vocal - Proper singing techniques, ensemble singing, solo singing, breath support, confidence, 2 part harmonies
Dance - Coordination, Timing, Rhythm, Conditioning, Beginning Vocabulary, Strength, Flexibility
Level 2 academy members also have the option to audition to dance in our Emerging Choreographers Showcase
Master Academy Level 2 will be taking a trip to the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA
JTF Atlanta
January 11-15, 2024
This is a mandatory event, and will require an estimated added cost of $1500 per participant/chaperone. This will include flight, transportation, lodging at the festival hotel and all entrance fees and all meals for the days of the festival (not travel days). Individual fundraising opportunities will be available to all academy members.
Level 3
$200 Per Month
Grades 7-12
Mondays
7:15-8:15 - Dance - Ballet
8:15-9:15 - Group Vocal
Wednesdays
7:15-8:15 - Dance - Musical Theatre Jazz
8:15-9:15 - Acting
In this advanced intermediate level, students will be challenged to push themselves to the next level
Acting - Four areas of focus - Comedy, Drama, Shakespeare, Improv
Vocal - Proper singing techniques, ensemble singing, solo singing, breath support, confidence, 3 part harmony singing, dynamics
Dance - Coordination, Timing, Rhythm, Conditioning, Intermediate Vocabulary, Strength, Flexibility, Coordination, Exploration of dance styles
Level 3 will also present a live performance during the season
Level 3 academy members also have the option to audition to dance in our Emerging Choreographers Showcase
Master Academy Level 3 will be taking a trip to Walt Disney World for their Disney Performing Arts classes
Disney World Performing Arts
January 16-22, 2024
This is a mandatory event, and will require an added cost of $1800 per participant. This will include flight, transportation, lodging, classes, park tickets and some meals. Individual fundraising opportunities will be available to all academy members.
Level 4
$250 Per Month*
Grades 8-12
Mondays
7:15-8:15 - Group Vocal
8:15-9:15 - Dance - Ballet
Wednesdays
6:15-7:15 - Vocal
7:15-8:15 - Dance - Musical Theatre Jazz
8:15-9:15 - Acting
In this advanced level, students will master all areas of focus
Acting - Four areas of focus - Comedy, Drama, Shakespeare, Improv
Vocal - Proper singing techniques, ensemble singing, solo singing, breath support, confidence, 4-6 part harmony singing, dynamics, music theory, building your book
Dance - Coordination, Timing, Rhythm, Conditioning, Intermediate Vocabulary, Strength, Flexibility, Coordination, Exploration of dance styles, connecting to your audience through movement
Level 4 will be traveling to further their Performing Arts education
TBD
the week of March 10-16, 2023
This is a mandatory event and will require an added cost of approx $2200 per participant. This will include flight, transportation, lodging, tickets, classes and most meals. Individual fundraising opportunities will be available for all academy members
Master Academy Level 4 will also be attending the Junior Theatre Festival in Sacramento. No lodging will be provided for this event, but monthly tuition will cover the cost of registration.
JTF Sacramento
February 9-11, 2024
Tuition includes JTF fees
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Level 1
$200 Per Month
Grades 3-7
Level 2
$200 Per Month
Grades 5-8
What Is Master Academy?
The Master Academy is our premier group at Musical Mayhem Productions, designed for the dedicated performer who is interested in Mastering their Craft.
Students will be instructed in Dance, Acting, and Voice by our skilled instructors in a supportive and fun learning environment. This class is for serious performers only. Attendance for this course is highly valued, and those who miss a large number of classes may be removed from the program.
Our students have been recognized nationally for their excellence, taking home awards from the Junior Theatre Festival in both Atlanta and Sacramento. Master Academy students have appeared in Music Circus productions, the California Musical Theatre Broadway Gala, iTheatrics Choreography DVDs (filmed in New York), iTheatrics Summer Academies workshoping new Jr Titles, and graduates are pursuing Theatre degrees across the country at some of the most respected institutions.
Students also receive national exposure by attending the Junior Theatre Festivals - performing for leading Broadway Professionals and executives including Freddie Gershon (Co-Chairman - MTI), Sir Cameron Mackintosh (Chairman - MTI), Drew Cohen (President - MTI), Tim McDonald (President - iTheatrics), Tom Schumacher (President - Disney Theatricals), Pasek and Paul (Composers - Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land, Greatest Showman), Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (Composers - Frozen, CoCo), and many many more.
Students have also had the opportunity to perform on a Broadway Stage during a trip to New York City, and have a mock audition with special guests.
Master Academy students also receive Master Classes from industry Professionals. Previous Guests include Laura Bell Bundy (Original Elle Woods in Legally Blonde/Original Amber Von Tussle in Hairspray), Travis Patton (Frozen on Broadway), Jeremy Morse (Waitress - Broadway and National Tour), Ramone Owens (Beetlejuice, Motown - The Musical - Broadway) (Rodney Earl Jackson Jr (Motown, Book of Mormon - Broadway), Ixchel Cuellar (Mean Girls, Finding Neverland - Broadway), Madilyn Jazz Morrow (Matilda on Broadway) and Zell Steele Morrow (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Fun Home on Broadway)
Auditions will be held for this course. Students will be placed in appropriate levels. Not all who audition will be accepted into the Master Academy. If accepted, commitment by both the student and parent is required in writing for participation. A contract will be issued at time of placement and must be signed in person during a parent meeting with staff members.
Students will need to provide and bring their own dance shoes (jazz and optional character shoes), leotards, and pants to class. We do operate with a dress code, and those not adhering to it may be asked to sit out of class.
Each season of Master Academy runs July-May - an 11 month commitment.
We take one week of for Thanksgiving break, and two weeks off for Winter Holidays - there are no other days off, however conflicts are allowed with 2 weeks notice
Academy Members Receive:
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50% off Broadway Junior, Broadway Bound and Broadway Stars Workshops (attendance permitting)
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Master Academy Exclusive Merchandise
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Master Academy TShirt
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Special Guest Instructors
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Sports Medicine classes
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Dedicated College Application/Assistance mentor for all Juniors and Seniors including pre-screen filming days
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Discounted group tickets to local theater
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For all levels, occasional Saturday meetings may be required to prepare for festivals/competitions/classes