Academy of Musical Theatre Arts (AMTA)

Do you love to perform? Want to improve your singing, acting and dancing skills while learning the art of stagecraft?

In addition to musical theatre classes for kids five years old and up, we've added Adult Community Theatre & Improv, for those of you who like to make people laugh and have dreams of about being onstage at a local Improv Café.

Adult Improv teaches you how to improvise comedic scenes through games and exercises designed to improve self confidence and enhance your "funny factor!" Course ends with a comedy showcase just like the one you've seen on "Whose Line is it Anyway."

In addition to performing a musical during the term and short selections in PCAD's Spring Showcase, we plan to take AMTA "on the road" this year to compete at local venues as part of PCAD's Performance Teams. Our plan offers optional performance opportunities for the students as they take selected pieces to competitions during the term where they'll compete against other studios for trophies, ribbons and cash prizes. Each number entered receives valuable feedback from the judges, pointing out our strengths and weaknesses, making the entire experience totally educational for all involved. Competitions are usually held on Saturdays and/or Sundays and are held at numerous local venues.

AMTA Faculty: David Blair and Laurie Mason, Artistic Directors; Elizabeth Blackaby, Co-Director