Workshops & Classes

AUDITION READY: Musical Theatre Dance Intensive

Ready to level up your performance skills and walk into auditions with confidence? This summer, Arts Alive invites dedicated performers entering grades 8 through college freshman year to train with acclaimed choreographer and educator Jenna Tremblay-Reilly in a focused, high-energy Musical Theatre Dance Intensive designed to help young artists stand out on stage and in the audition room.

Whether you’re preparing for:
High school or college musical theatre programs
Ocean State Star Awards
Jimmy Awards audition preparation
College auditions
Upcoming musical productions
Or simply want to become a stronger, more versatile performer…

…this program is designed for YOU.

Over six weeks, performers will strengthen technique, build confidence, expand musical theatre vocabulary, improve performance quality, and develop the kind of audition presence that catches directors’ attention. Students will train in dance styles commonly seen in musical theatre auditions while also learning how to connect movement with storytelling, character, and performance energy.

What makes this program special?
Weekly intensive dance training
Musical theatre terminology & audition combinations
Performance coaching
One-on-one feedback sessions
A supportive environment for ALL levels
Focus on artistry, confidence, and stage presence

This intensive is ideal for both experienced performers looking to sharpen their skills and newer performers eager to grow in a welcoming and inspiring environment.

Mondays | July 6 – August 10
3:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Arts Alive at St. John’s Episcopal Church Hall, Barrington, RI
$240 for the full 6-week intensive

Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly! Register today and take your next step toward becoming an audition-ready performer.

THE COMPLETE MUSICAL THEATRE SINGING AUDITION INTENSIVE

Ready to strengthen your voice, elevate your audition skills, and stand out in the casting room? Arts Alive! invites performers entering grades 8 through college to take part in a focused 6-week Musical Theatre Singing Intensive led by musical director and voice instructor, Laura Jenkins and acclaimed director/choreographer, Jenna Tremblay-Reilly.

Designed for students preparing for:
Lead roles in school, community, college or professional productions
Ocean State Star Awards
Jimmy Awards audition preparation
College musical theatre auditions
Vocal auditions and showcases
Or anyone looking to grow as a stronger, more confident performer

This intensive focuses on the complete musical theatre performer, helping students build vocal technique, acting through song, storytelling, audition confidence, and stage presence.  

Students will develop:
• Breath support and healthy vocal technique
• Acting and emotional connection through song
• Stronger audition presence and confidence
• Musicality, tone, expression, and performance quality
• Musical theatre audition skills and repertoire work

Program Highlights:
One-on-one coaching opportunities
Small-group masterclass training
Performance and audition coaching
Topical and industry insight
Supportive and focused training environment
Final showcase performance opportunity

Wednesdays | July 8 – August 12
3:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Arts Alive at St. John’s Episcopal Church Hall, Barrington, RI
$240 for the full 6-week intensive

Because this program is intentionally designed as a small, focused training experience, space is extremely limited. Early registration is strongly encouraged.

Whether you’re aiming for your first lead role or preparing for advanced auditions, this intensive is designed to help performers grow, improve, and walk into auditions fully prepared and confident.