New Conservatory Theatre Center

Students: Grades 6-8 
Day/Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am-11:30 am
Dates: October 18- December 13 (8 classes, no class 11/29)
            Showcase Performance on 12/13 at 12 pm
            (Students must be available from 10 am-1 pm on showcase day)
Instructor: Aliya Bacal Peterson & Will Mattingly
Location: Onsite at NCTC
Level: Beginner to intermediate (no experience needed) 
Tuition: $400

Ready to bring the laughs? In this high-energy acting class, middle school performers will dive into the world of sketch comedy, improv, and physical humor inspired by the golden age of vaudeville and variety theatre. Students will create bold, original characters, craft hilarious scenes, and sharpen their comedic timing through fast-paced games and collaborative performance work. Whether you're a natural class clown or just looking to try something new, this is your chance to take risks, get creative, and make the whole room crack up—on purpose!

Students will perform in an original Conservatory showcase, Make ‘em Laugh on 12/13 from 12-1 pm (featuring scenes and songs from our Acting and Musical Theatre classes). 

*Please be sure you can commit to the schedule and especially the final two classes (dress rehearsal & showcase day), and communicate any conflicts before registering. Unapproved absences may result in removal from some or all performance pieces--the show must go on, after all. Students must be available from 10 am-1 pm on showcase day. 

Double the Fun, One Easy Drop-Off!
Combine with the Teen Musical Theatre (from 11:40 am-1:00 pm) and stay at NCTC from 10 am-1 pm. Our Saturday Conservatory acting and musical theatre classes are designed to complement each other, giving students a deeper, more well-rounded training experience. Enroll in both and your child will enjoy three full hours of creative learning—all with just one drop-off and pick-up. It’s the perfect way to build skills, confidence, and stage presence in one exciting morning!

• Scholarships are available! Please complete this scholarship form prior to registering.
• Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively, so be sure to WAIT FOR A SCHOLARSHIP CODE BEFORE REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS.