About PGP

Our Mission

To foster the development of the performing arts through enthusiastic theatrical training of children.
To create, produce, and perform works that offer children in the surrounding area (and throughout the State) the opportunity to perform, as well as an extensive training program.
To strive to be a model of excellence in theatre which will enhance and benefit the lives of young people in the community.

Peanut Gallery Players is supported in part by an award from The Educational Foundation of America.

Get Involved

Come see our productions!
Donate time and skills! We are always looking for volunteers to help coordinate and build costumes, props and sets for performances and workshop productions.
Make a monetary donation or a donation from our “wish list” below. All donations are tax deductible and undeniably appreciated!
- Sound equipment, specifically wireless microphones and a mixing board
- Portable dance flooring
- Dance shoes, specifically TAP (we loan to students who need assistance)
- Used furniture, costumes and clothing for rehearsals and performances
- Portable sewing machine
- Serger
- Steam Iron
- Tools, hammers, drills with rechargeable batteries and skill saw
- Wood, paint
To donate and/or volunteer, please contact us at peanutgalleryplayers@gmail.com
Contributions may also be made securely through PayPal by clicking 'Donate' at the bottom of the page.

Where are classes & performances held?

All classes & performances are held at Meadow Brook Theatre on the campus of Oakland University. We also perform smaller shows for benefits and community events.
How do I enroll my child in classes?

Enrollment in each class is limited. Email peanutgalleryplayers@gmail.com to request a spot in class. If space is available, you will receive a confirmation email instructing you to send in the registration forms and payment. Enrollment in any class is not final until receipt of all forms and payment.
When is payment due?

Payment is due with registration. We do offer a “2 pay option” plan for an additional $10. With that option, the first payment is due with registration and the second payment is due about halfway through the term. You will receive a reminder notice. For your convenience, we now accept credit card payments through Paypal.
Do I owe the $20 registration fee? I'm a returning student.

This $20 fee is payable once, per family, each calendar year (September - August).
How can we be considered for a scholarship?

Please complete the scholarship form found and mail with registration. The board will review and render a decision in a timely manner. If funds are no longer available when we receive your request, and you choose not to participate in Peanut Gallery Players classes, all money paid will be reimbursed.
How many students are in each class?

This varies per class, but generally speaking the minimum is 5 and the maximum is 24. The exception is the SUMMER MUSICAL CONSERVATORY program which accepts up to 65 students.
My child is a little younger than the class he/she wants to take. Can he/she move into the next class?

If enrollment space allows, we do occasionally accept a younger student into an older class providing the actor has previous experience. An audition is required.
Do you offer anything for an older student?

Yes. We offer a 3 week film workshop for students ages 14 through adult based on interest and availability. We will offer more Saturday workshops for the older student during the Winter/Spring semester. Enrollment is extremely limited.
Attendance and Tardiness

All Peanut Gallery Players classes are held at Meadow Brook Theatre on the campus of Oakland University. Please use the lower level entrance on the North side of Wilson Hall for student drop-off and pick-up. Regular attendance is necessary to maintain skill. If your child cannot attend class, please inform us as far in advance as possible. Please be on time. Arriving late causes disruption and the student may miss essential exercises. Students rely on each other for continuity, especially where scene work is involved. Any student with an excessive number of absences and/or late arrivals may be replaced at the discretion of the director. Students must be picked up no later than 10 minutes following their class. No students will be allowed outside of the designated pick-up area while not in class. Students found outside designated areas may be cause for dismissal.
Prerequisite Classes

Class enrollment is limited. Any student wishing to perform in one of the Spring workshop productions must complete the Fall semester. In some cases, if space is available for the Spring semester, a student may be allowed to audition for an open slot. This does not apply to the Broadway Dance or Show Choir classes. These classes will have open enrollment throughout the year on a first come, first served basis.
Make-up Classes

If a student chooses not to attend due to a personal choice or conflict, classes WILL NOT BE MADE UP. In the event of a facility closing due to inclement weather or event conflict, make up classes may be arranged sometime during the Fall and/or Spring semester.
Tuition and Registration Information

Payment is due with registration. There is an annual, non-refundable fee of $20 required, once per family, each calendar year. For convenience, tuition may be divided into two payments. A $10 “2 Payment Option Fee” will apply.
Multiple Class & Family Discounts

For all students taking 2 or more classes, or for families who have 2 or more students attending classes, a 10% discount off the total enrollment fee will apply. (The Registration Fee & 2 Payment Option Fee are applied AFTER the discount is taken off)
Cancellations

If a student cancels after their registration has been processed, up to and including the first class, the amount paid (less the $20 registration fee) will be refunded. NO REFUNDS are available to students who withdraw after the second class. If any class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, the full amount paid will be refunded.
Returned Checks

A $20 service fee will be charged for any check that is returned.
Enrollment Procedure

Class enrollment is limited. Please email for class availability. Upon scheduling of class placement, confirmation will be emailed. Final enrollment in class is not confirmed until receipt of payment and all registration forms. Mail all forms to: PEANUT GALLERY PLAYERS P.O. Box 70354 Rochester Hills, MI 48307-0354