Drama Learning Center

Teaching Young Actors - Winter 2012

TYA is Drama Learning Center’s Teen Professional Company. Available by audition only, the TYA class allows students to work in a professional theatre environment as they learn about all aspects of theatrical work. Junior Company is an opportunity for upper-level students with TYA aspirations to further develop skills in audition preparation, harmony signing, character development, and more. Junior Company class will culminate with showcase performances.

Senior Company (Grades 8-12, Alums)
"Les Misérables"

Junior Company (Grades 6-10)*
"Song & Scene Showcase"

*Spring Junior Company session by invitation only.

T.Y.A. Senior Company
"Les Misérables"

Callbacks: March 3, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Eligible Grades: 8-12 * & TYA Alums
Class Times: Saturdays 2:00 - 5:00 pm
with select Sundays and weekdays.
Class Dates: Mar 10 - Jun 9 (No class Apr 7, May 26)
Dress Rehearsals: Jun 10 - 14
Shows: Jun 15 - 24
Tuition: $565 Payment-in-Full (discounted) or
$300 deposit by Mar 3 and $275 balance due May 1

"Les Misérables"
Payment Options
Student & Grade
Contact& Phone

T.Y.A. Junior Company
"Song & Scene Showcase"

Class Times: Sundays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Class Dates: Feb 19 - Apr 29 (No class Apr 1 or 8)
Dress Rehearsals: Apr 30 - May 2
Showcase: Thu, May 3
Tuition: $250 or
$175 if registered for a Winter or Spring production class.

"Song & Scene Showcase"
Enrollment Options
Student & Grade
Contact & Phone

TYA SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The TYA Scholars Program is a college preparatory program for students interested in pursuing a collegiate and professional career in theatre. TYA directors will offer up to two students per grade level the opportunity to participate in the TYA Scholars Program, which will be a full school year commitment to both TYA shows and have the following additional objectives per grade level:

Freshman Year Continue repertoire development.
Sophomore Year Hone audition technique.
Junior Year Establish target colleges and audition material, produce a DVD reel of audition material, and apply to Musical Theatre Summer Intensives.
Senior Year Finalize applications and auditions, make final decision, and establish an action plan.

Tuition is $450 per season and includes tuition to both TYA sessions and select private coaching with TYA directors. Interested candidates should email a letter of interest to Stephanie@dramalearningcenter.com.

TYA Alums have studied, or are currently studying, at such prestigious programs as: NYU Tisch, Marymount Manhattan, University of Maryland, Elon, James Madison University, Indiana University, Wagner College and others.

To Audition

Call 410-997-9352 to set up an audition time.
Prepare a song of your choice (sheet music required) and a 2-minute monologue.
Fill out TYA Audition Form (below), list all conflicts for the rehearsal period–include weekday conflicts, read and sign the TYA Expectations Form (below). You will not be able to audition without completed paperwork.
Bring the forms to your audition along with a recent picture.
Break a leg!

Click below for more information and audition requirements.

TYA Audition Form

TYA Expectations Form

TYA Audition Tips

Please read our Policies prior to enrollment.

Schedules subject to change due to the nature of theatrical bookings.