Q: Do you offer family discounts?
A: We offer discounts per additional class.  Please contact the office for further details.
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Q: Are parents allowed to observe class?
A: Yes, parents are welcome to observe their child’s first day of class through our monitors in the lobby! We understand how important it is for you to be involved in your child's artistic journey. However, to maintain a focused and productive learning environment, we ask that you refrain from interrupting classes, just like in school.

 

For the safety of everyone in the building, we maintain a closed lobby for students ages 6 and up, while we kindly ask parents of children aged 5 and under to stay in the studio or nearby during class. Throughout the year, we will have special viewing weeks where parents can come in to watch, allowing students to prepare for the experience of being "watched" and helping ease any nerves.

 

You’re always welcome in the lobby during drop-off and pick-up! If family members like Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt, or Uncle would like to visit and observe, please contact us prior to class to arrange a special viewing. Thank you for your understanding and support as we strive to create the best experience for ALL of our students!

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Q: May I speak with an instructor after my childs class?
A:  Our instructors are pretty busy during class hours.  If you have a question that the office cannot answer please set up an appointment to speak with your child's instructor at another time.  Please DO NOT enter the classroom at the beginning or end of your childs class as this can disrupt class time and other students training hours.  

Q: Are you a dance school?
A:While we do offer dance classes, we are not a traditional dance school.  We are a theatre school dedicated to nurturing well-rounded performers.  Our dance classes focus on building proper technique and terminology, while fostering triple threat raining for our musical theatre performers.  This holistic approach ensues that students develop their singing, acting, and dancing skills in a supportive and creative environment.  We believe true triple threat training means training FULLY in each discipline as if that was the only area of study and then bringing it together into our musical theatre and company programs.   
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Q:I'm unsure of what class level I should enroll my child in. What do I do?
A: Contact the office!  If they are not placed correctly, we will make sure they get moved the first week of class! All students will be evaluated the first week of class to make sure they are in the correct level.  
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Q: Do you hold a dance recital at the end of the year?
A: No.  Our dance classes are technique based, and though students may showcase skills at our "End of Session Showcase", a yearly recital is not held.  Musical Theatre,Acting, A Cappella, and creative and intro level classes will have a small showcase at the end of each semester for parents  Either during your childs class time or at an outside venue.  Our Spring Semester will end with a "Musical Review" that will incorporate Singing, Dancing, Acting, and maybe some instruments!  You must be enrolled in group classes prior to December 1st to be eligible for the "Musical Review".  Those not enrolled are invited to help out with crew!  
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Q: Do you have drop in classes?
A: All of our dance classes ages 7  and up are available for drop-in.  Acting, Musical Theatre and Music classes are by session only.
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Q: What happens if I have to miss a class?
A: If a conflict arises, you are able to make up a class by dropping into a similar class  before the session is over.
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Q: What do I wear to class?
A: Please wear clothing that you are comfortable moving in to all classes.  Dance classes have specific attire and dance shoes. If you are not wearing proper attire you may be asked to observe class.  Please contact the office for more information on attire. 
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Q: What about Costumes?
A: Since we will not be having an annual "recital" there are no costume fees or picture fees.  Part of your registration fee covers a showcase T-shirt. Depending on the showcase and pieces being performed you may be asked to provide a "homegrown" costume.  Especially for our Spring Session "Musical Review"! **Company students will be asked to purchase costumes and specific Starlight Swag for performances!  
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Q: Do you have performance opportunities?
A: Yes!  We are frequently asked to sing at various events in the area and even near NYC!  These performers are usually members of one Company or private voice students.  We offer a fully staged Musical in the fall. Cabaret opportunities and a Holiday Troupe!  (auditions in the Spring/Summer).  
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Q: Do private lessons fall into multiple class discounts?
A: No.  Private lessons are priced separately from group classes, and are in addition to your monthly auto-pay. 
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Q: Do you offer payment plans?
A: In most cases, yes.  Please contact the office for more information. We also offer some need based scholarships.  Contact us to fill out a form.  
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Q: What happens if my child has an hour to fill between classes?
A: Your child (if age 10 or older) is welcome to wait for their next class in our Homework Zone, or you may collect your child and bring them back to their later class.

Q: What happens if my child has class in both buildings on the same day?
​A:  In most cases a staff member, TA, or parent volunteer will walk your child from each building.  If an emergency arises and we don't have anyone available we will reach out and ask you.  If you have any questions please reach out.  

Q: Can I eat in the homework Zone?
A: Yes, you may eat dinner, snack, lunch etc.  Please clean up after yourself and throw out left over items.  Please and Thank you! 
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Q: Are you open on Halloween?
A: No! You may wear a costume to your class the week prior to Halloween! Please make sure you have appropriate footwear and are able to participate in class in the costume you choose! 
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Q: What happens during inclement weather?
A:  Our students hail from over 11 different districts! We try our best to monitor each district and make a choice that is best on the day for the classes scheduled and age group of the students coming in.  If Stafford or Southern Regional schools are closed, odd's are we will most likely be closed as well.  Information regarding closings will be posted on all of our social media sites and an email will be sent!  ​