Registration for the 2024/2025 School Year is now OPEN!
Experience the joy at Turning Pointe! Starz Theater Company is a division of Turning Pointe School of Dance (TPD). Through Turning Pointe, students have access to a full lineup of both technical and performance-based classes in dance, vocals and acting. Weekly classes are key to strengthening a performer’s foundation in theater skills and building confidence that will help them shine! Classes are open to students in our community regardless of involvement with Starz Theater Company.
TPD offers a Musical Theater program with more than 20 classes ranging from Beginning-Advanced levels (an evaluation is required for certain levels to ensure proper placement). Class space is limited and spots are in high demand! See below for class descriptions and the Placement process.
In addition to the Musical Theater program, Turning Pointe offers training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Worship, Irish, Hip Hop, Modern and Contemporary dance styles. All classes are taught by YPAD Certified, professional and encouraging instructors.
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School Year Class Details
TURNING POINTE DANCE (TPD)
Online registration for the TPD school year schedule begins July 15th for returning students and new students.
For classes that are closed, you can place your child’s name on the wait list by registering online and our school administrator will confirm your waitlisted spot via email.
If a student would like to register for a class that is marked 'teacher approval', the TPD Studio Director will handle looking up their placement level on file or set up a placement class for your dancer. A confirmation email will be sent once class placement is determined.
The TPD Studio Director will be processing registrations Monday-Thursday…your classes will say “pending” until we process your registration on our end. Please allow 3-5 business days for us to process your registration and send an email confirmation. Thanks!
**Please note that a student should be the age listed on the class by October 1st! (ex: for a 3-5 year old class, the dancer must be 3 by October 1st). Classes must have a minimum of 5 students or may be cancelled due to low enrollment.
Class Placement
Class Registration
July 15, 2024 - School Year Registration Begins
January 31, 2025 - 2024/2025 School Year registration closes
School Year Classes Begin
September 3, 2024
Do I Need to Be Enrolled in a Turning Pointe Class to Audition for a Starz Theater Company Show?
Starz Theater Company is the theater performance division of Turning Pointe Dance (TPD) and its purpose is to provide the students of Turning Pointe with on-stage performance opportunities. STC shows are chosen to further the education and goals of the TPD Musical Theater Program and there is regular overlap between the teachers at Turning Pointe and the Creative Team at Starz Theater Company.
While being in a class at Turning Pointe is not required in order to audition for a STC Show, the majority of performers in a Starz show are students at Turning Pointe. There are also additional benefits to being a student at Turning Pointe Dance.
Why Should I Take a Class?
We strongly encourage each STC performer to be involved in at least one theater, voice or dance class throughout the year in order to support their overall growth as a well-rounded performer. Performing in shows or attending intensives can be incredibly inspiring and provide valuable insights into the performing world, but there is no replacement for consistent training that allows students the chance to learn, practice and refine their abilities as they work toward their goals!
Investing in training as a performer is like laying down tracks for a train. Taking the time to build those tracks will help create a steady and strong path forward for students as they develop their skills and nurture their excitement for the performing arts!
We would love to have you join us in the 2024/2025 school year at Turning Pointe Dance!
Scroll down to read more about the classes in the Musical Theater Program
Musical Theater Program Class Descriptions
Musical Theater Classes, all levels
14 Musical Theater class levels/times available in the 2024/2025 school year! This combo-style class is designed to bring the Triple Threat skills of singing, dancing & acting together! The Musical Theater Classes progressively build upon skills and provide students the opportunity to thoroughly explore storytelling, musical theater-style choreography and ensemble singing technique. Through class combos, Christmas dances & recital performances, students will be introduced to a variety of selections from Golden Age to Contemporary Age musicals. Musical Theater & Twirl Showtime are performance-based classes and will perform in the TPD recital.
Musical Theater Classes offered (No Placement Needed): Twirl Showtime (ages 4-6), Primary (ages 5.5-7), Level 1 (ages 7-9), Pre-Teen (ages 10-11), Teen (ages 12-18)
Musical Theater Classes offered (Placement Required): Level 2 (ages 9-11), Level 3 (ages 12-18), Level 4 (ages 14+), Level 5 (ages 15+)
Classes on schedule marked with * require a student placement for enrollment. See important dates for the Evaluation/Placement process.
Vocal & Acting Showcase Class, ages 13-18
”NEWSIES, Jr”
SING! - ACT! - PERFORM! in the Vocal and Acting showcase! This 2-hour weekly class includes group acting, vocal and performance training. During the fall semester, students will study acting and vocal technique from a curriculum developed exclusively for Turning Pointe. Fall semester performances for this class include a parent sneak-peek of their Spring Musical and a Christmas performance. In the Spring semester, students will then take the skills they have learned and utilize and continue building them as they rehearse and prepare a 60-minute musical for their end-of-year Showcase. NO audition is required to be a part of this exciting performance event - simply enroll in the class to join the fun!
The Vocal and Acting Showcase Class will perform a musical in early May. This onstage performance will be a ticketed event open to family, friends and the community. Musical rehearsals take place during normal class time. The only cost outside of class tuition will be Showcase Tickets, costume(s) and prop items required for students. Space in class is limited, but a waitlist is available.
Class Time: Tuesday, 6:30-8:30pm, September-May
Schoolyear Musical: NEWSIES, Jr.
Vocal & Acting Showcase Class, ages 8-12
”Seussical, Kids”
Boost your confidence, learn new skills and have fun! This 2-hour weekly class includes group acting, vocal and performance training. During the fall semester, students will study acting and vocal technique from a curriculum developed exclusively for Turning Pointe. Fall semester performances include a parent sneak-peek of their Spring Musical and a Christmas performance. In the Spring semester, students will then take the skills they have learned and utilize and continue building them as they rehearse and prepare a 30-minute musical for their end-of-year Showcase.
The Vocal and Acting Showcase Class will perform a musical in early May. This onstage performance will be a ticketed event open to family, friends and the community. Musical rehearsals take place during normal class time. The only cost outside of class tuition will be Showcase Tickets, costume(s) and prop items required for students. Space in class is limited, but a waitlist is available.
Class Time: Tuesday, 4:30-6:30pm, September-May
Schoolyear Musical: Seussical, KIDS
Turning Pointe Dance Classes that enhance or compliment a Musical Theater Performer’s training: Tap (Levels 1-5 offered), Jazz (Levels 1-5 offered) and Swing Dance.
Turning Pointe School of Dance
5540 Library Lane
Colorado Springs, CO 80918