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About Stage School

The CMT Stage School Program is a wonderful development opportunity for ages 3 years old on up! Stage School offers learning in theatrical performance areas such as music, dance, acting, and technical classes. It is offered every year in the spring and the fall for Bartlesville School students, home schoolers, and all our surrounding area children and it is a great opportunity for any child who is interested in the arts. Scholarships are available.

ENROLLMENT OPEN FOR FALL 2025!

Are you ready to act with confidence, sing with passion, and dance like no one’s watching? Then it’s time to join CMT’s Stage School! Whether you’re stepping into the spotlight for the first time or looking to refine your skills, our classes offer the perfect space to grow and shine.

2025-2026 School Year Details:
Fall Semester: August through November
Spring Semester: January through May

Stage School offers age-appropriate, 45-minute classes in acting, vocal music, and dance—the ultimate musical theatre trifecta! Classes meet once a week for 12-14 weeks each semester on Tuesdays or Thursdays, guided by skilled instructors who are passionate about helping students develop their talents.

You know there WILL be drama…So whether you Act up, Dance Around, Stand up, Sing out, or Dress up… Sign up for CMT Stage School today!

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CMT Stage School

CMT 2025/2026 Stage School Classes

Day/Time Dance Vocal Music Acting Key
Tuesday       Bitesize Classes 3 years to 3rd grade
4:30-5:15     Acting 101

2nd grade - 5th grade

4:30-5:15 Dance Foundations    

Older kids (10+) Optional: Parents can join once a month!

5:15-6:00 Bitesize/Music & Movement     4-5 years old, mature 3s
5:15-6:00 Step It Up Choreography     4th grade and up
6:00-6:45   Vocal Music 201   5th grade and up
6:00-6:45 Jazz Fusion     2nd grade and up
6:45-7:30   Vocal Music 101   2nd-5th grade
6:45-7:30 Advanced Dance     6th grade and up (audition required)
         
Thursday        
4:30-5:15 Dance & Acting Foundations     1st & 2nd grade (Good for beginning readers)
4:30-5:15     Acting 102 5th & 6th grade
5:15-6:00 Tap 201 Intensive     4th grade and up (Prior tap skills and audition required)
5:15-6:00 Tap 101 Intensive     3rd grade and up
5:15-6:00 Tap 102 Intensive     4th grade and up
6:00-6:45     Acting 101 2nd-5th grade
6:00-6:45 Intermediate Broadway Dance     6th grade and up
6:45-7:30     Acting 201 7th grade and up
6:45-7:30 Elementary Broadway Dance      
7:30-8:15

NEW! Tap 301

    High school only (Must have some prior tap skills)
7:30-8:15

NEW! Partner dancing & lifts

    4th grade and up (Prior dance experience required)
7:30-8:15

NEW! Set construction & design

    12 years and up

*5-6 week mini class sessions, starting date TBD based on interest. If interested, enroll now and you will be notified when class begins to see if you are available.

Descriptions Listed Below

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Our Featured Instructors

Each school year, CMT presents two additional exciting auditioned musicals — a fall and a spring production — giving students the chance to shine on stage and grow their performance skills in a fun, supportive environment. These shows are designed on a slightly smaller scale than our Main Stage productions, making them the perfect opportunity for young performers to gain confidence and experience in musical theatre.

Our 2025 fall show was Newsies Jr., performed at Madison Middle School and filled with energy, heart, and inspiring performances from our talented cast. Up next, our 2026 spring production will be The Lion King KIDS — more details coming soon! Each of these shows is led by a creative staff of Bartlesville locals who are passionate about helping students discover their love for the arts and the magic of theatre.

Kylie (Bostwick) Anderberg

Acting 101, Acting 201

Cyndee Boudreaux

Stage School Manager, Bitesize Teacher

Shannon Kraft

Broadway Dance, Tap

Darlys Lickliter

Vocal Music, Acting 101

Catherine Pauls

Step It Up, Tap

Jennifer Tate

Jazz Fusion, Advanced Dance

Bitesize Music and Movement
Tuesdays, 5:15–6:00 | Mature 3 year old, 4 – 5 year olds (PK/K)

Introduce your little one to the joy of music and movement! This playful class focuses on basic
dance steps, rhythm, and musicality. Using rhythm instruments, props, and storytelling, children
will sing songs, recite poems, and explore creative body movement. It’s a fun-filled foundation
for future performers! Class size limit – 12

 

Dance and Acting Foundations
Thursdays, 4:30–5:15 | Grades 1 – 2 (ages 6–8)

Spark creativity while learning the basics of dance and acting! Students will build foundational
steps and simple combinations while learning essential dance terminology. Imaginative music
and games help kids develop their own unique style, setting the stage for a lifelong love of
theatre. This is a basic introduction into musical theater. Class size limit – 12

 

Vocal Music 101
Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grades 2 – 5

Find your voice and make it shine! This introductory class focuses on vocal techniques, breath
control, and performance skills. Students will build confidence while learning fun songs and
gaining the tools to sing like a star.

 

Acting 101
Thursdays, 6:00–6:45 | Grades 2 – 4

Step into the spotlight and explore the art of acting! Students will discover character
development, practice improvisation, and learn how to bring stories to life on stage. It’s a great
first step into the world of theatre!

 

Elementary Broadway Dance
Thursdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grades 2 – 5

Dance your way through Broadway! This fun, combo dance class introduces ballet, jazz, tap,
and hip hop, all inspired by iconic Broadway musicals. Students will also have the chance to
experiment with character-driven movement for an extra creative challenge. Class size limit – 12

 

Intermediate Broadway Dance
Thursdays, 6:00–6:45 | Grade 6+

Take your Broadway skills to the next level! This dynamic class explores ballet, jazz, tap, and
hip hop, focusing on choreography from Broadway shows. Students will also explore character
movement for an extra layer of theatrical flair. Class size limit – 12

 

Advanced Dance
Tuesdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grade 6+ (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of dance; Because of the
increase skill level, this class requires an audition)

Take your dance skills to the next level in this advanced dance class. Students will focus on
proper dance technique as well as dance expression in contemporary and lyrical dance styles.

 

Vocal Music 201
Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 | Grade 6+

Enhance your vocal skills with more advanced techniques. Students will focus on harmonies,
vocal projection, and emotional expression, helping them develop their unique sound and stage
presence.

 

Acting 102
Thursdays, 4:30–5:15 | Grades 5 – 6

Explore the next level of acting with deeper character work, improvisation, and audition skills.
Students will build confidence as they learn to write scripts, present monologues, and take
direction—all while developing strong communication skills for any stage.

 

Tap Intensive 101
Thursdays, 5:15–6:00 | Grade 3+

Step up and feel the rhythm! This class digs into tap techniques, teaching students how to use
their shoes to create percussive beats while dancing to a variety of music styles. Focus will also
be on strength, flexibility, and stylization through warm-ups, progressions, and fun combinations.
Class size limit – 12

 

Tap Intensive 102
Thursdays, 5:15–6:00 | 1 prior year of tap recommended; Grade 4+

Step up and feel the rhythm! This class digs further into tap techniques, teaching students how
to use their shoes to create percussive beats while dancing to a variety of music styles. Focus
will also be on strength, flexibility, and stylization through warm-ups, progressions, and fun
combinations. Class size limit – 12

 

JazzFusion
Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 | Grade 2+

Get funky with this high-energy dance class that blends elements of hip hop, jazz, lyrical, and
modern styles. Students will build strength, flexibility, and confidence while learning expressive
and exciting dance moves that bring out their inner performer.

 

Acting 201
Thursdays, 6:45–7:30 | Grade 7+

Dive deeper into the world of acting with advanced techniques. Students will explore character
development, improvisation, monologues, script writing, and audition skills. This class builds
confidence and hones performance abilities for both large and small groups.

 

Step It Up Choreo Intensive
Tuesdays, 5:15–6:00 | Grade 4+

Ready to tackle new choreography? This fast-paced class focuses on mastering different dance
styles quickly while developing creative movement. Each week introduces a new style, and
students will even contribute to creating original choreography for the class.

 

Tap Intensive 201
Thursdays, 5:15–6:00 | Grade 4+ (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of tap; Because of the
increase skill level, an audition is required)

For dancers ready to deepen their skills, this intermediate class continues the exploration of tap
techniques. Focus will be on intricate rhythms, stylization, strength, flexibility, and complex
choreography to help students elevate their performance. Class size limit – 12

 

Tap Intensive 301
Thursdays, 7:30–8:15 | Grade 9+ (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of tap; Because of the
increase skill level, this class is for high schoolers only)

For dancers ready to deepen their skills, this advanced class continues the exploration of tap
techniques. Focus will be on precision with intricate rhythms, stylization, strength, flexibility, and
complex choreography to help students elevate their performance. **Mini 6 week class session

 

Partner Dancing and Lifts
Tuesdays, 7:30–8:15 | Grade 4+ (Prerequisite: 2 or more years of dance)

Explore dancing with a partner. Focus will be on moving rhythmically together addressing
leading, following, communication through body cues/ eye contact, and dance frame. Partner
dancing shows up in many dance styles including swing, waltzing, tango, and salsa. Short lifts
and combination lifts will be incorporated. **Mini 6 week class session

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