Ongoing Classes
New Mexico Young Actors
Dance for Musical Theater
Whether you are looking to improve your overall dance skills, get prepped for an audition, or learn a new genre, this class will help you gain confidence and skill in a host of musical theater dance classics. Drawing on jazz, tap, ballet, and modern musical theater, this class is perfect for beginner to intermediate students.
Ages: 9–19
Mondays 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
October 19th – December 14th
Menaul School, Donaldson Hall
Albuquerque Little Theatre
August 15 - October 3, 2026​
Group 1 | Ages 5-6 | Saturday | 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Group 2 | Ages 7-8 | Saturday | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Group 3 | Ages 8-11 | Saturday | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Come explore the fun of acting and creativity with theatre games, stories and songs. In this class, young aspiring actors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the magic of theatre.
New Mexico Young Actors
Join us at Encore: Elevate Your Musical Theater Voice, where young singers can elevate their vocal talents to a competitive level! Whether you’re dreaming of the spotlight or just want to improve your vocal performance skills, our fun and engaging group lessons are perfect for everyone who loves to sing.
Ages: 9–19
Wednesdays 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
September 9th – October 28th
Menaul School, Donaldson Hall
Instructor: Carlos Antonio Baca
Albuquerque Little Theatre
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August 19 - October 8, 2026
Youth | Ages 11 - 14 | Wednesday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Teen | Ages 14-18 | Thursday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Join us to explore the fundamentals acting. In this class, students will work on the following: projection, memorization, scene studies, communicating verbally and non-verbally, connecting and collaboration.
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New Mexico Young Actors
Storybook Theater
Enter the magical world of theater with this play-based class featuring story, song, movement, role-playing, puppetry, and costume play. Emphasis is placed on joyful participation, respectful listening, and creative movement. 5 and 6 years olds will love this engaging introduction to the world of theater.
Parents are invited to stay in the classroom, join or support your child as needed, or remain on campus in a waiting area.
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Ages: 5–6
Saturdays 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
First Session:
August 8th – October 3rd
Second Session:
October 17th – December 12th
Menaul School, Donaldson Hall
Instructor: Lisa Fenstermacher
Albuquerque Little Theatre
August 19 - October 8, 2o26
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Youth Improv | Ages 11 - 14 | Monday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Teen | Ages 14 - 18 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Hone your improvisational skills. Students will work each week, learning how to create scenes and characters on the spot.​
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*For the final class of each session, we will have a demonstration for friends and family.*
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New Mexico Young Actors
Young Players
Enter the magical world of theater with this play-based class featuring story, song, movement, role-playing, improv, and theater games. Emphasis is placed on joyful participation, respectful listening, and creative movement. Fundamentals of theater are taught in a developmentally appropriate way, paving the way for participation in NMYA’s Drama/Advanced Drama offerings.
Parents are invited to stay in the classroom, join or support your child as needed, or remain on campus in a waiting area.
Ages: 7–8
Saturdays 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
First Session:
August 8th – October 3rd
Second Session:
October 17th – December 12th
Menaul School, Donaldson Hall
Instructor: Lisa Fenstermacher
Albuquerque Little Theatre
August 15 - October 3, 2026​
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Musical Theatre Dance: Basics​
Ages 11-18 | Saturday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn the fundamentals of dance while exploring the different styles that influence musical theatre choreography.
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If you have never danced or need to hone your basics -- this class is for YOU!
Albuquerque Little Theatre
August 15 - October 3, 2026​
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Musical Theatre Dance: Skills​
Ages 11-18 | Saturday | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Develop your dance skills by learning combos from different styles of dance that have influenced Musical Theatre.
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If you need a challenge beyond honing basics, or you need to work on quickly learning audition combos -- this is the class for YOU!
