T3 Education at The Cumberland County Playhouse

24+ years of Baton/Rifle/Flags/Saber/Fire Instruction Competition Choreographer Professional Performer in Musicals, Film, and DVC Resort Vocalist

Contemporary dance emerged in the 20th century, combining elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet, in an attempt to explore the natural energy and emotions of their bodies. Students will learn to use their bodies in a variety of ways, and they focus on breathing, posture, and emotional state to establish a mind-body connection.

This class is designed to strengthen vocal technique through focused warm-ups and exercises, build confidence with audition basics, deepen understanding of music theory, and learn the importance of ensemble singing through dynamic chorus work. With a focus on storytelling through song, students will gain tools to become expressive, informed, and collaborative performers.

Jazz dance is an exciting and ever-evolving dance form full of rhythm, syncopation, and passion. Jazz offers a great way to improve musicality, creativity and coordination. Class is upbeat with an emphasis on classical technique and style.

Does your child love to sing and dance around the house? Then this is the class for them! They will begin to learn vocal skills, music theory, movement, and ensemble chorus skills in this class in a fun and educational way.

This Musical Theatre course for your young beginner will expand their skills by learning songs, dances, and storytelling. Students will be introduced to vocal exercises and songs, basic dance skills, and creative play using props and costumes.

This class is to help prepare upper level ballet students for the demands of pointe work. The class will consist of ankle, leg, feet, and core strengthening. This class is a prerequisite for Pointe.

THESE CLASSES ARE FOR STUDENTS AGE 8+ WHO HAVE NEVER TAKEN ANY FORM OF DANCE BUT ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED AT THE PLAYHOUSE! IT WILL TEACH THE BASIC TECHNIQUES OF JAZZ, BALLET, CONTEMPORARY, AND TAP.

Hip-Hop is a very stylized form of street dance that can be seen in commercials, music videos, and in TV shows and movies. It is a very upbeat, high tempo class aimed at developing rhythm, technique, self-confidence, and stage presence.

THESE CLASSES ARE FOR STUDENTS AGE 8+ WHO HAVE NEVER TAKEN ANY FORM OF DANCE BUT ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED AT THE PLAYHOUSE! IT WILL TEACH THE BASIC TECHNIQUES OF JAZZ, BALLET, CONTEMPORARY, AND TAP.

Ballet has been proven to be beneficial to all dance forms. Students will be trained carefully in classical ballet techniques to develop strength, flexibility, control, coordination, and proper body alignment. While dancers will spend their time working on these technical and physical aspects of ballet, they will also be learning to connect steps with the music to bring artistry to their movements.

Come join us in this fun, friendly, and encouraging environment to learn about dance and get some awesome exercise while doing it! Each class will include learning the fundamentals of basic tap along with learning fun combinations weekly to enhance movement and knowledge of new steps.

Tap is a classical form of dance that can be learned by even the youngest dancer. These classes emphasize rhythm, coordination, speed, style, and clarity of sound and can be incredibly useful for dancers looking to become more diverse and competent in their dancing ability.

THESE CLASSES ARE FOR STUDENTS AGE 8+ WHO HAVE NEVER TAKEN ANY FORM OF DANCE BUT ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED AT THE PLAYHOUSE! IT WILL TEACH THE BASIC TECHNIQUES OF TAP.

Tap is a classical form of dance that can be learned by even the youngest dancer. These classes emphasize rhythm, coordination, speed, style, and clarity of sound and can be incredibly useful for dancers looking to become more diverse and competent in their dancing ability.

This is your little dancer's beginning voyage into the wonderful world of ballet! They will begin to learn the basic skills and steps that will be needed as they progress into the higher levels. We believe that ballet can help with all forms of dance here at the Playhouse and we highly recommend dancers study ballet along with all the other forms of dance that are offered!

This is a joyful introduction to movement, rhythm, and creativity. These classes are designed to be playful and engaging, using music and games to help develop coordination, balance, and basic motor skills. Tiny Dancers will learn how to follow simple instructions, explore movement, and build confidence in a supportive environment. This is a great introduction to the world of dance!

This is the first dance class for your child, so it is filled with excitement and energy! Your young dancer will be taught movements in an upbeat and stimulating way that will better prepare them for the more formal training of dance as they progress in our program. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOUR CHILD BE BATHROOM INDEPENDENT BEFORE ENROLLING IN THIS CLASS!

This class involves beginner and intermediate aspects of Baton Twirling. Provides strong basic fundamentals as well as competitive combinations. Basic dance and flexibility skills are also included in Elementary Baton.

Elementary Baton involves beginner and intermediate aspects of Baton Twirling. Provides strong basic fundamentals as well as competitive combinations. Basic dance and flexibility skills are also included in Elementary Baton.

Tiny Twirlers is an excellent way of developing hand eye coordination, rhythm, poise, and grace. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamentals to competitive combinations. This upbeat and fun class is a great introduction to twirling and dance.

These fun, energetic classes are for all ability levels and are FREE to all individuals with disabilities! These classes are free and pre-registration is not required! Classes will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025

These fun, energetic classes are for all ability levels and are FREE to all individuals with disabilities! These classes are free and pre-registration is not required! Classes will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025

These fun, energetic classes are for all ability levels and are FREE to all individuals with disabilities! These classes are free and pre-registration is not required! Classes will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025

This class teaches performance skills and technique, with an emphasis on building strong fundamentals, improvisation skills, and theater games.

Flat footing, traditional, and contemporary styles are combined to improve coordination, rhythm, and flexibility and to increase endurance and strength.

Advanced Baton involves all aspects of baton twirling. Strong basic fundamentals, competitive combinations, and advanced tricks will be offered at this level. Promotion to other auxiliary equipment, dance, and flexibility skills are also included in Advanced Baton.

Flat footing, traditional, and contemporary styles are combined to improve coordination, rhythm, and flexibility and to increase endurance and strength.

Vocal training, audition basics, music theory, and ensemble chorus skills are taught.

This class teaches a combination of vocal training, performance skills and technique, audition basics, improvisation, and ensemble work with an emphasis on building strong fundamentals in both Acting and Musical Theater.

Students may begin pointe work only at the recommendation of the teacher. Dancing en pointe requires strong technique, muscle control, mental readiness and maturity to avoid injury. As a child is growing, the bones in their feet are ossifying from soft cartilage to strong bone. For this reason, pointe work does not begin until a child has participated in Pre-Pointe and has made it to at least Level III in our program.

Ballet has been proven to be beneficial to all dance forms. Students will be trained carefully in classical ballet techniques to develop strength, flexibility, control, coordination, and proper body alignment. While dancers will spend their time working on these technical and physical aspects of ballet, they will also be learning to connect steps with the music to bring artistry to their movements.

Contemporary dance emerged in the 20th century, combining elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet, in an attempt to explore the natural energy and emotions of their bodies. Students will learn to use their bodies in a variety of ways, and they focus on breathing, posture, and emotional state to establish a mind-body connection.

Contemporary dance emerged in the 20th century, combining elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet, in an attempt to explore the natural energy and emotions of their bodies. Students will learn to use their bodies in a variety of ways, and they focus on breathing, posture, and emotional state to establish a mind-body connection.

This class teaches performance skills and technique, with an emphasis on building strong fundamentals, improvisation skills, and theater games.

This is a technique class for anyone in Advanced Ballet/Jazz/Contemporary. This will include strength and conditioning, turns and leaps, and will also at times be either a ballet, jazz, or contemporary technique class. This will help students to become an all around strong dancer.

Hip-Hop is a very stylized form of street dance that can be seen in commercials, music videos, and in TV shows and movies. It is a very upbeat, high tempo class aimed at developing rhythm, technique, self-confidence, and stage presence.

Jazz dance is an exciting and ever-evolving dance form full of rhythm, syncopation, and passion. Jazz offers a great way to improve musicality, creativity and coordination. Class is upbeat with an emphasis on classical technique and style.

Hip-Hop is a very stylized form of street dance that can be seen in commercials, music videos, and in TV shows and movies. It is a very upbeat, high tempo class aimed at developing rhythm, technique, self-confidence, and stage presence.

Tap is a classical form of dance that can be learned by even the youngest dancer. These classes emphasize rhythm, coordination, speed, style, and clarity of sound and can be incredibly useful for dancers looking to become more diverse and competent in their dancing ability.

Children and teens who have a desire to work under the guidance of professional dance, voice, and theater instructors in spacious air-conditioned studios equipped with Marley-covered sprung floors, new sound systems, mirrors, and barres should join us for one of our Triple Threat summer camps.

Children and teens who have a desire to work under the guidance of professional dance, voice, and theater instructors in spacious air-conditioned studios equipped with Marley-covered sprung floors, new sound systems, mirrors, and barres should join us for one of our Triple Threat summer camps.

Children and teens who have a desire to work under the guidance of professional dance, voice, and theater instructors in spacious air-conditioned studios equipped with Marley-covered sprung floors, new sound systems, mirrors, and barres should join us for one of our Triple Threat summer camps.

Children and teens who have a desire to work under the guidance of professional dance, voice, and theater instructors in spacious air-conditioned studios equipped with Marley-covered sprung floors, new sound systems, mirrors, and barres should join us for one of our Triple Threat summer camps.

Children and teens who have a desire to work under the guidance of professional dance, voice, and theater instructors in spacious air-conditioned studios equipped with Marley-covered sprung floors, new sound systems, mirrors, and barres should join us for one of our Triple Threat summer camps.

Price includes classes in acting, hip hop, jazz, musical theater, contemporary, and stagecraft; a ticket to HAIRSPRAY on Thursday, July 31, at 3 PM; a "meet and greet" with resident company members; a camp t-shirt; daily snacks and lunch; plus a cabaret performance on the Playhouse Mainstage on Friday at 5 PM.

Price includes classes in Broadway dance styles, acting, musical theater, and stagecraft; snacks; stagecraft supplies; a camp t-shirt; and a performance for family and friends on the Playhouse Mainstage on Friday at noon.