2026-27 CLASSES
WINTER Class Registration OPENS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26!
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Call: 484-255-0121
Acting Academy 2 Monday, Grades 5-6
Build. Believe. Perform.
Students strengthen their acting skills through scene work, character development, improvisation, and ensemble storytelling. Building on skills from earlier levels, they grow as confident, expressive performers ready to take on more challenging material.
Final Performance on last day of class at 7:00 pm.
Cost: Members – $260 – Non-Members – $300 | Day: Monday | Time: 6:00PM-7:30PM
Fall Schedule: Mondays, September 21 – November 9
Acting Academy 2 Saturday, Grades 5-6
Build. Believe. Perform.
Students strengthen their acting skills through scene work, character development, improvisation, and ensemble storytelling. Building on skills from earlier levels, they grow as confident, expressive performers ready to take on more challenging material.
Performers in the fall session will have their final Performance on last day of class at 12:30 PM.
Performers in the winter session will perform in the Spring Studio Recital at Uptown on the main stage on Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 PM.
Cost: Members – $260, Non-Members – $300 | Day: Saturday | Time: 11:30AM-1:00PM
Make the most of your Saturday—join The Singing Artist from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM! Bring a lunch and enjoy a fun mid-day break with friends between classes.
Performers in the fall session will have their final Performance on last day of class at 12:30 PM.
Additional rehearsals for Spring Studio Recital on Main Stage:
Friday, March 12th
Spring Studio Recital:
Saturday, March 13th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00 PM
Teen Acting, Grades 7-12
Fall CLASS – saturday 3:30-5:30PM
WINTER CLASS – Monday 5:30-7:30PM
Challenge. Create. Transform.
This advanced class challenges dedicated performers to dive deeper into scene work, script analysis, improvisation, and character development. Students prepare for productions, auditions, and future performance opportunities while building the skills of a serious, well-rounded actor.
Performers in the fall session will have their final Performance on last day of class at 4:30 PM.
Performers in the winter session will perform in the Spring Studio Recital at Uptown on the main stage on Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 PM.
Cost: Members – $340, Non-Members – $380 | Day & Time: Fall: Saturday 3:30 – 5:30 PM, Winter: Monday 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Performers in the fall session will have their final Performance on last day of class at 4:30 PM.
Additional rehearsals for Spring Studio Recital on Main Stage:
Friday, March 12th
Spring Studio Recital:
Saturday, March 13th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00 PM
The Singing Artist, Grades 5-12
Sing. Connect. Inspire.
Students receive individualized vocal coaching while exploring solos, duets, and ensemble numbers with live piano accompaniment. This class helps performers build confidence, refine expressive performance skills, and deepen their connection to the music and stories they sing.
Performers in the fall session will perform in the Holiday Cheer Concerts at Uptown on the main stage on Friday, December 4th at 5:00 PM and Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 PM.
Performers in the winter session will perform in the Spring Studio Recital at Uptown on the main stage on Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 PM.
Cost: Members – $380, Non-Members – $420 | Day: Saturday | Time: 1:30PM-3:30PM
Additional rehearsals for Holiday Cheer Concerts on Main Stage:
Saturday, November 14th 10:00 – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, November 18th 4:30 – 7:30 PM
Monday, November 23rd 4:30 – 7:30 PM
Wednesday, December 2nd 4:30 – 7:30 PM (Dress Rehearsal)
Holiday Cheer Concerts:
Friday, December 4th
Call time: 4:30 PM
Show time: 5:00-6:15 PM
Saturday, December 5th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00-2:15 PM
Additional rehearsals for Spring Studio Recital on Main Stage:
Friday, March 12th
Spring Studio Recital:
Saturday, March 13th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00 PM
Uptown Singers, Grades 6-12
Perform. Inspire. Excel.
Uptown’s premier audition-only vocal ensemble brings together dedicated young performers to develop musicianship, stage presence, vocal harmony, and storytelling. Members perform solos, duets, trios, quartets, and full-ensemble numbers at Uptown and throughout the community, gaining valuable experience while growing as confident, well-rounded artists.
It is recommended that performers take The Singing Artist or Glee Week camp at least once before auditioning for Uptown Singers. Admission is by audition only.
To Audition: Audition information coming soon
Callbacks:
Date and time TBA
Anyone being called back will need to learn a short harmony and sing it at the callback. We will also have a short dance call.
Cost: Members – $420 – Non-Members – $480 | Time: 6:00-8:30PM
For more information click here
FALL SCHEDULE – Tuesdays, September 15 – November 17
Additional rehearsals for Holiday Cheer Concert on Main Stage:
Saturday, November 14th 10:00-1:00
Wednesday, November 18th 4:30-7:30
Monday, November 23rd 4:30-7:30
Wednesday, December 2nd 4:30-7:30 pm (Dress Rehearsal)
Holiday Cheer Concerts:
Friday, December 4th
Call time: 4:30 PM
Show time: 5:00-6:15 PM
Saturday, December 5th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00-2:15 PM
Additional rehearsals for Spring Studio Recital on Main Stage:
Friday, March 12th
Spring Studio Recital:
Saturday, March 13th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00 PM
Acting for the Camera, Grades 6-12
Lights. Camera. Confidence.
Students build on-camera skills across two seasonal focuses: commercial acting and teleprompter technique in the fall, and scripted film and TV scenes in the winter, with audition prep and self-tape practice throughout.
Final Performance on last day of class at 5:30 pm.
Cost: Members – $260, Non-Members – $300 | Day: Monday | Time: 4:30-6:00PM | Lessons: 8
Fall Schedule: Mondays, September 21-November 9
The Focus will be on TV Commercials/Teleprompter
DANCING FOR THEATRE, Grades 7-12
Move. Perform. Shine.
Each week, students will learn a new musical theatre style while developing jazz technique, musicality, storytelling through movement, and confidence. This high-energy class is designed for dancers of all levels who want to build strong technique while having fun.
This class will also offer a few weeks with tap lessons!
Cost: Members – $260 – Non-Members – $300 | Day: Thursday | Time: 6:00-7:30PM
Fall Schedule: Thursdays, October 1-November 19
Winter Schedule: Thursdays, January 21-March 11
Additional rehearsals for Spring Studio Recital on Main Stage:
Friday, March 12th
Spring Studio Recital:
Saturday, March 13th
Call time: 12:30 PM
Show time: 1:00 PM
Improvisation, Grades 6-12
Think. Laugh. Create.
Through games, scene work, and ensemble exercises, students build confidence, creativity, communication skills, and quick thinking. This fast-paced, supportive class encourages performers to think on their feet, listen closely to their scene partners, and have fun in the process.
Final Performance on last day of class at 5:00 pm.
Cost: Members – $200, Non-Members – $230 | Day: Monday | Time: 5:00-6:00PM
Winter Schedule: Monday, January 18 – March 8
Performers in the winter session will perform in the Spring Studio Recital at Uptown on the main stage on Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 PM.
Classes: If you withdraw from a class up to four weeks before the start date, you will receive a credit for the full registration amount, minus a $25 processing fee. This credit can be applied to a future Uptown Studio class or camp. No credits or refunds will be issued after this period. Credits are valid only for Uptown Studio classes and camps and cannot be used for performance tickets at Uptown.
Returned Checks: A $45 fee will apply to any returned checks.
Please note: Uptown Studio does not issue refunds. Credits towards future classes or camps are the only form of compensation offered.