Class Expectations

Our programs instill professionalism and discipline while having fun in a safe, nurturing environment. Whether you are paying full price or on scholarship, we expect a commitment from your family.  Please carefully read, understand and commit to the expectations – and go over them with any child taking the program. We support the leaders of tomorrow by meeting each student where they are. No-one should ever feel pressured, but they should be willing to stretch themselves and take risks. EVERY student entering our programs must agree to strive for professionalism in our work, to respect EVERYONE in the room, and to participate fully even if it’s hard or scary. To accomplish this we also agree to support each other, not make fun of each other, and respect people’s privacy. Lastly, we MUST agree to have fun!

  • Punctuality is a MUST. If you are late, you hold everyone up which is unfair to your classmates.
  • Have a good breakfast and/or lunch before you come, you will need ENERGY!
  • DEFINITELY BRING a bottle of water. YOU MUST STAY HYDRATED! Water ONLY in the Studio.
  • DEFINITELY BRING a pencil to take notes! You may also bring a notebook if you choose.
  • Also always bring any assigned scripts or music once it has been given to you. 
  • Dress COMFORTABLY so that you can MOVE. Please do not wear jewelry and pull long hair back out of your face.
  • Sneakers or dance shoes ONLY – or they can be removed at your own risk and left on the shoe rack by the front door.
  • Those attending classes two hours or more MAY bring one small, nut-free snack to eat on a break. NO FOOD OR GUM IN CLASS.
  • Breaks are for hydration and socialization. Small snacks may be eaten THIS SHOULD NOT BE MEALTIME.
  • No-one will be asked not to use the bathroom, please try to take care of this during breaks or before or after class.
  • NOTHING BUT WATER IN THE STUDIO – NO FOOD AND NO DRINKS WITH COLORS OR FLAVORINGS INSIDE
  • Please practice good grooming and hygiene for the comfort of classmates and staff.
  • NO CELL PHONES PERMITTED (we strongly suggest leaving them home) – phones or other devices WILL be confiscated if we see them and returned to the parent only.
  • DEFINITELY DO NOT BRING valuables, toys or anything else that will be a distraction.
  • We no longer require masks, but please respect the choice of everyone to wear them or not,also respect personal space, and please do not come in if you are sick.
  • Students are expected to be courteous and respectful to each other and staff at all times. Foul language, disrespect, aggressive or intimidating behavior, and fighting will not be tolerated. This behavior will result in immediate suspension from the program with NO REFUND. WE HAVE ZERO TOLERANCE FOR BULLYING OF ANY KIND.
  • We must also respect the space, remember all our belongings and clean up any mess we make, including making sure any trash we create is properly disposed of.
  • Students should NEVER touch sound or lighting equipment. They need to respect supplies, musical instruments and other provided materials. Parents WILL be responsible for damage caused by willful misuse OR neglect on the part of their child.
  • Parents may not observe classes or take any photos or videos of class (except during invited sharings)
  • Remember that a student only gets from their experience what they put in. Students will need to practice their material at home in order to be ready for the final sharing.  Please help them when needed and check that they are doing this work.  20 mins a day is better than two hours right before class.
  • This is a workshop that culminates in a performance. Please DO NOT take up a place in the cast if you are not able to commit to the ENTIRE process. EVERY cast member must be able to attend FIVE of the six first Sunday rehearsals, Wednesdays as needed and ALL mandatory and dress rehearsals.
  • Please make sure thespianartsprogram@gmail.com is in your contacts so nothing we send goes to your spam folder.  Also, please read any communication sent from this email in a timely manner.
  • Issues or questions should be directed to Traci Timmons at (914) 424 – 5112 or the email above.

Payments via

Credit/Debt Cards: Visa / Mastercard / Discover / American Express

Zelle: traci@thespianartsprogram.org

In-person: Cash, Check or Money Order

MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP –

THE PRINCESS, THE GENIE & A STREET RAT

Registration and Payment Policies

Musical Theatre Workshops are our specialty – a way for students to learn the process of putting on a professional musical. 

Space can be held in this program with a non-refundable $50 deposit and a registration form. Balance is due in full no later than March 15th. If payment in full has already been made, withdrawal before we begin entitles you to refund less the $50 deposit which covers processing costs.

Once we have cast the show and begin rehearsals, no refund will be issued, nor will you be released from the obligation of your payment plan. 

New students will continue to be accepted at the teacher’s discretion. We do not prorate the cost of classes, however, in certain circumstances, drop-in rates may be available. 

*Please discuss a payment plan with us as necessary.

**Thespian Arts Program has a mission to bring arts education to all who want it. Our aim is to enrich, empower and encourage ALL youth to express themselves creatively and emotionally, have the skills and confidence to reach ANY goals, and to feel safe and heard as a part of a strong ensemble formed with mutual respect. Because of this, we will do everything in our power not to turn away any student of any skill level regardless of ability to pay. Please speak to us about full or partial scholarships, OR about donating to our scholarship fund.

Registration Form