Your Midweek Musical Theatre Fix!

Love musical theatre? Can’t stop singing showtunes - even when there’s no show coming up?

Adult Musical Theatre is your weekly chance to connect with what lights you up, whether you’re deeply involved in the theatre community or ready for your Second Act onstage.

This program is perfect for people who consider musical theatre part of who they are - even if you haven’t been on stage in years.

It is a class is for adults who love the magic of musicals and want to grow their skills, confidence, and creativity in a supportive, joy-filled environment.

Whether you’re between shows or haven’t performed in years, this is your space to reignite your creativity, build confidence, and do something that’s just for you - every single week.

What Makes This Class Special

Adult Musical Theatre is your midweek creative reset - an hour to reconnect with your voice, your body, your artistry, and your tribe.

This class values bravery over polish, process over product, and laughter over ego.

It’s a space where the pressure to be “the best” is replaced by the freedom to be brave.

You’ll learn by doing - through singing, acting, movement, and storytelling. Every session gets you up on your feet, making bold choices, and discovering what you’re truly capable of.

It’s not a place where you have to be ‘good enough’ to belong.

You already do.

We don’t do cliques, ranking, or gossip. We don’t let each other play small.

Everyone brings different strengths, and that’s the point - this is where you come to grow, not compete.

You don’t need to be judged, "fixed", or pushed to your limit to learn to give standout musical theatre performances.

You just need access to good information, tools that work, and a nurturing space to try things, take risks, and put it all into practice.

When adults are given room to explore without fear or judgement, growth and enjoyment are inevitable.

Within 4 Weeks You Will Notice

• Singing in front of others starts to feel exciting. The nerves are still there, but they’re no longer in charge.
• You move with more confidence. Stretching, dancing, playing, acting through song - suddenly your body feels like part of the story, not something to hide.
• Your voice sounds more like you. Stronger, freer, more expressive - and no longer stuck in your head.

• You’ll find yourself genuinely looking forward to Wednesdays. This class becomes a joyful point in your week that lifts your energy, your mood, and your confidence.

• You begin taking up more space - in the room, in your creative choices, and in your everyday life. You've heard us say "there's nothing humble about playing small" half a dozen times, and the lesson is starting to shift your identity.

• You recognise friends at local shows and open mics. You’re swapping audition song ideas and stories, sharing laughs, and starting to feel part of our region's theatre family.

Here's What You'll Love About Adult Musical Theatre Class

A Place to Be Fully, Unapologetically You 

This is a space where you are encouraged to show up as the biggest, boldest, most creative version of yourself.

A Gorgeous Space That Lifts Your Spirit 

You’ll feel your shoulders drop the moment you walk in to our stunning venue. With soaring windows, warm wooden walls, and inspiring views of the lake, the studio itself invites you to breathe deeper and focus on filling your artistic cup.

A Clear Focus Each Term 

You'll enjoy the sense of progress as you move from season to season. Each term follows a theme - Craft in Term 1, Connection in Term 2, Creation in Term 3 (showcase!) and Crossover in Term 4 - so you'll always know what you're working on and why it matters.

Expert Teachers Who really Care 

You’ll be guided by teachers who know musical theatre inside and out—and who care just as much about your confidence as your technique. You’ll get clear, honest feedback, delivered with kindness and encouragement. You’ll feel supported to take creative risks, grow your skills, and enjoy every moment of the process.

A Term 3 Showcase That Feels Like Magic 

You’ll perform onstage with mics, lights, haze, and a cheering crowd - but what makes it special is the pride and joy you’ll feel knowing how far you and your theatre fam have come.

Your Community of Musical Theatre People 

You’ll start seeing familiar faces at Downtown Musicals, local shows, and theatre events. The class becomes more than just a session - it’s your entry point into the Hamilton musical theatre world, with friends who love it as much as you do.

Te Whare  Tapere Iti

Classes are held at the beautiful Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts at the University of Waikato.

Te Whare is a bright, inspiring space with a floor-to-ceiling window that offers a stunning view of the lake, creating the perfect setting for your creativity to thrive.

There is ample parking available in the university parking spaces nearby, along with a convenient drop-off point right outside, making your arrival as easy as possible.

The spacious foyer is perfect if you arrive early or have someone waiting, and the surrounding campus is ideal for a relaxing walk before or after class.