NTS Divisions and Programming
NTS offers programming from Ages 4 through 18 for beginners through pre-professional levels.
1) NTS Preschool Division / Ages 4-5
NTS Preschool is a class that meets once per week for 45 minutes, for children Ages 4-5 (Age 3 IF fully potty trained). This class is an introduction to Musical theatre through creative song, movement and acting.
2) NTS Academy Division / Ages 5-11
Students (ages 5-7) will participate in an entry level show (The Jungle Book, Kids or 101 Dalmatians, Kids) that will rehearse one day a week and perform in The Lynette Mason Gregg Black Box Theatre at NTS / 106 Page Road.
NTS Academy Division students (ages 8-11) students will rehearse an Intermediate level show (ie: The Little Mermaid,Jr., Frozen, Kids,) that will rehearse one day a week and perform in a mid-sized theatre such as Julia Green.
3) NTS MAINTSAGE PRODUCTION (Ages 11-18)
The NTS Mainstage production is an advanced level production that begins auditions and rehearsals in August and performs typically in late January in a large mainstage theater. This cast typically rehearses on Mondays and Wednesdays and is for students with theater and dance experience.
4) NTS WEEKLY CLASSES
NTS offers weekly classes in Ballet, Musical Theatre Dance and Acting / Improv. Private voice instruction is also available with our voice faculty, based on availability.
6) NTS PERFORMING COMPANY (PC) / By Audition / Invitation Only
NTS PC is designed as a pre-professional training program with performance opportunities that reach beyond our semester productions. The PC is a year round commitment that begins in August and runs through May and is geared toward our most advanced and committed students. Students must meet the weekly Ballet or comparable technique class requirement.
Private Voice is a nice addition, but NOT a requirement.
7) NTS HIGH SCHOOL ARTISTS (HSA)
High School Artists is a new program designed for high school students who are experienced and dedicated to performing. It aims to provide a platform for young artists to unleash their creativity and explore their passion for theater in a supportive and nurturing environment. In this class, students will hone their audition skills, learn about significant musical theater history, and grow as well rounded performers. In this program, young performers will build confidence and skill sets for all their future performing endeavors. From acting to directing, from studying theater to writing shows, High School Artists offers a comprehensive curriculum that fosters growth, development, and learning in all aspects of theater.
Our goal is to keep our current students that are headed to high school engaged with NTS, while still fully participating in the high school experiences the schools in Nashville have to offer.