Classes
Since 2015, GPA has offered a variety of classes including kids and teen Triple Threat classes and a variety of adult classes focusing on singing, acting, dancing, scriptwriting, and more! Classes create opportunities for building performing skills outside of a production, fostering community in a small-group environment, and a fun night out with the whole family!
GPA offers spring and fall class sessions for ages 6+.
UPcoming SESSION
spring classes: january–March 2024
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2024 Spring Classes
Tuesdays, January 16 –March 5
There will be a break from classes on February 20.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Kids & Teen Classes
6-8yo Triple Threat | 4:30–5:45pm | Alex Norris & Jordan Rocha
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while having fun! All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
6–8yo Triple Threat | 6:00–7:15pm | Alex Norris & Jordan Rocha
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while having fun! All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
8–10yo Triple Threat |4:30–5:45pm | Jordan Thomas & Issac Holland
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
8–10yo Triple Threat | 6:00–7:15pm | Jordan Thomas & Issac Holland
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
10–12yo Triple Threat | 4:30–5:45pm | Tori Corbo & Niko Laohoo
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
10–12yo Triple Threat | 6:00–7:15pm |Tori Corbo & Niko Laohoo
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
12–14yo Triple Threat | 7:30–8:45pm | Nicole Choate & Amber McClintock
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
14–17yo Triple Threat | 7:30–8:45pm | Sabrina Armstrong & Gabrielle James
This class requires little to no previous theater experience! Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style dance, singing, and acting while building community with their peers. All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
Adult Classes
18+ Beginner / Intermediate Singing | 6:00–7:15pm | Nicole Choate
This class requires little to no previous theater experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theater style singing while having fun! All will finish this class feeling more confident in their stage presence and theater tools.
18+ Intermediate / Advanced Singing | 6:00–7:15pm | Alison Afshari
Advanced class will improve vocal technique and hone performance skills. Singers will apply what is being taught through exercises to songs from musicals. Expression, emotion, and overall confidence will be a key focus in bringing these songs to life!
18+ Advanced Jazz /Contemporary Dance | 6:00–7:15pm | Sabrina Armstrong
This class requires some previous dance experience. Students will expand on the fundamentals of jazz and contemporary dance using across the floor exercises, dance technique, and dance combinations.
18+ “GOAT” Acting | 7:30–8:45pm | Megan Adams
Students will hone their acting skills as they discover how to build a character through the GOTE method: Goals, Obstacle, Tactics, and Expectations, while using physicality and versatility to further character development.
18+ Script Writing | 7:30–8:45pm | Suzanne Reeves
Students will hone their writing skills as they discover how to build a story and characters, and turn it into an engaging script with a clear beginning, middle and end.
18+ Musical Theatre Dance | 7:30–8:45pm | Bridgette Fargason
This class requires little or no previous dance experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of the Broadway dance style using across the floor exercises, dance technique, and dance combinations from Broadway shows.
Registration Information
Location: Gateway Church Southlake Campus
Registration Fee: $65 for one 7-week class session
Please note: Class fees cover an entire 7-week session and do not repeat weekly.
Adult Discounts
First Class: $65 for one 7-week class session
Second Class: $60 for each class session
For adults wishing to sign up for multiple classes, please email us for a coupon code at performingarts@gatewaypeople.com.
Family Discounts
First Member: $65 for one 7-week class session
Second Member: $60 for each class session in family
Third Member: $55 for each class session in family
Fourth+ Member: $50 for each class session in family
Family discounts will automatically apply when classes are purchased during the same transaction.
Please note: Class fees cover an entire 7-week session and do not repeat weekly.