Fall 2025 Classes

August 18 – December 5, 2025
No Classes Thanksgiving Break November 24-28

As always please contact our Academy Director, Matt Beutner, at (940) 231-5068 by text or phone, or email at academy@granburytheatrecompany.org with any questions and concerns.

CLASS SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTIONS

MONDAYS

Class: Teen Musical Theater Dance
Age: 13-18
Time: 5:00-5:50pm
Instructor: Makenna Clark
Description: In this class, students will learn different styles of musical theatre combinations from Broadway hits! 
*For class, please wear modest clothing comfortable enough to move in. Jazz shoes are preferred. No flip-flops, please. 

Class: Beginning Tap
Age: 8 – 14
Time: 5:00pm-5:50pm 
Instructor: Kendrick Booth
Description: This class welcomes tappers of all levels wishing to further their knowledge. Students will learn tap skills/techniques, terminology, and combinations to become a better tapper. If you have experience, this class will be sure to challenge you. If you don’t, it will provide a pace for you to learn from the beginning. Enroll if you want to take a fun and exhilarating class.
*For class, please wear modest clothing comfortable enough to move in. Tap shoes are preferred. No flip-flops, please.

Class: Advanced Tap
Age: 12 – 18
Time: 6:00pm-6:50pm 
Instructor: Makenna Clark
Description:  Do you have experience in tap and want to further your tap knowledge? Then this class is the one for you. Students will continue to learn tap skills/techniques, studying the more advanced steps. They will learn more terminology, harder combinations and be pushed to become a better tapper. Come enjoy this fun, exhilarating and challenging class.
*For class, please wear modest clothing comfortable enough to move in. Tap shoes are preferred. No flip-flops, please.

TUESDAYS

Class: “Broadway Bound” Musical Theatre for Kids
Age: 8 – 12
Time: 5:00-5:50pm
Instructor: Haley Twaddell
Description: All experience levels welcome! This class will prepare you to become a triple-threat on the stage. Students will be given the opportunity to act, dance, and sing in solo, duet, and ensemble numbers. This is the beginning process to be “Broadway Bound.” Come energized and ready to grow as a performer!
*For class, students should wear clothes appropriate for movement. No flip flops, please. 

Class: How to Audition (NEW CLASS)
Age: 13 – 18
Time: 6:00-6:50pm
Instructor: Haley Twaddell
Description: All experience levels welcome! Learn the foundations of good auditioning from Multiple teachers and Directors.. Students will learn how to prepare for auditions by learning skills to enhance their songs and monologues, and mock dance calls.
*For class, students should wear clothes appropriate for movement. No flip flops, please.

Class: Adult Tap
Age: 18 and up
Time: 6:00pm-6:50pm 
Instructor: Michelle Mastick
Description: This class welcomes tappers of all levels wishing to further their knowledge. Students will learn tap skills/techniques, terminology, and combinations to become a better tapper. If you have experience, this class will be sure to challenge you. If you don’t, it will provide a pace for you to learn from the beginning. Enroll if you want to take a fun and exhilarating class.
*For class, please wear modest clothing comfortable enough to move in. Tap shoes are preferred. No flip-flops, please.

Class: Adult Dance Fitness (NEW CLASS)
Age: 18 and up
Time: 7:00pm-7:50pm 
Instructor: Leslie Clark
Description: This adult dance fitness class combines simple, follow-along choreography with upbeat music from all genres—musical theatre, pop, hip hop, Latin, old school, and more. Each session is designed to get your heart rate up while having fun and moving your body. Whether you’re new to dance or just looking for a joyful way to exercise, all levels are welcome!
*For class, please wear modest clothing comfortable enough to move in. Tap shoes are preferred. No flip-flops, please.

WEDNESDAYS

Class: Kids Acting
Age: 8 – 12
Time: 5:00pm-5:50pm 
Instructor: Benny Brown
Description: This company of students will study the art of acting through monologues and scenes. Students will learn and practice the physical, vocal, and imaginative skills necessary for the stage. We welcome students from all acting levels and experiences. Students should be prepared to challenge themselves while also discovering the joys of acting.
*For class, students should wear clothes appropriate for movement. No flip flops, please.

Class: Young Actors Studio
Age: 13 – 18
Time: 6:00pm-6:50pm 
Instructor: Benny Brown
Description: This company of students will study the art of acting through monologues and scenes. Students will learn and practice the physical, vocal, and imaginative skills necessary for the stage. We welcome students from all acting levels and experiences. Students should be prepared to challenge themselves while also discovering the joys of acting.
*For class, students should wear clothes appropriate for movement. No flip flops, please.

Class: Intro to Stage Management (9/17-10/08)
Age: 16 and up
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm 
Instructor: Whitney Shearon
Description: This NEW CLASS will teach you and your students how to be a Stage Manager! Taught by GTC Business Director (and one of the best Stage Manager’s in the business) Whitney Shearon, you will learn how to keep an entire production organized from auditions to the closing performance!
*For class, students should wear clothes appropriate for movement. No flip flops, please.