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Classes &
Private Lessons

"Acting in a Nutshell"

 

Peanut Gallery Players offers comprehensive theatrical training for students in grades one through twelve. Enrollment is limited, and many classes require an advanced audition.​

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Class offerings may include:

  • Musical Theatre: principles and techniques of acting, singing, and musical theatre movement

  • Show Choir: show choreography, microphone technique, and vocal strength

  • Actors Workshop: improvisation, scene study, character development, and audition prep​

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Current Class Offerings

  • 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
Winter/Spring Semester runs January 6 - June 10, 2025​

Enrollment

Currently enrolled students will have the opportunity to register for Winter/Spring acting classes beginning Monday, November 11, 2024. New student registrations will begin December 2, 2024. Enrollment is extremely limited and there is a waiting list for several classes, so be sure to register early to secure your spot. PGP cannot guarantee there will be space in your class if we do not hear from you by December 20, 2024 (added incentive - $25 “early bird” discount if paid in full on or before 11/29/24). +Financial aid and payment plans are available. Please request the scholarship forms with registration.

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All classes will present a final workshop production in the Spring. Class Fees cover the cost of all classes, extra rehearsals, script and royalty charges. NO ADMISSION will be charged for these performances.

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Attendance for final tech rehearsal(s) and performance(s) are mandatory, so please check those dates carefully and mark your calendars now. We may also add rehearsals as we go along on days/times outside of regular class, but those will not be mandatory – only highly suggested. We will do our best to notify you of any changes and/or additional rehearsals in a timely manner.​

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. 

 

Tuition is due with registration, and may be mailed or submitted online through the link below.  After receiving confirmation of class registration, tuition may be submitted online below. Please complete the Registration Form and submit the total balance due through our PayPal marketplace.

 

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; 15% off for 3 or more classes. (The Registration Fee is applied after the discount is taken off.) 

 

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions and Policies & Procedures below for more information. ​​

  • 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
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