$ 300.00 |
Intermediate Improvisation Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Already taken an improv class or two? Intermediate improv gives you the opportunity to build on those experiences, take bigger risks, learn new techniques, and gain more onstage confidence. Laughter, joy, and camaraderie included!
**Must be a returning Metropolis student or have equivalent improv experience
This course ends with a performance for families and friends December 9th at 7pm! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 |
$ 360.00 |
Advanced Improvisation Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Ready for the next level? This class is about building ensemble while learning to explore and heighten to glorious absurdity. Students will work towards objectwork begin second nature, fully commiting to distinct characters, and enthusiastically honoring everything your scene partners say like the solid gold it is. In addition to mastering more complex short-form games, you'll also practice long-form structures in our continuing mission to provide fun and laughter for all.
**Must be a veteran Metropolis student or have equivalent improv experience
This course ends with a performance for families and friends December 9th at 7pm! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 |
$ 300.00 |
Beginning Improvisation Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Want to laugh your way through an exciting learning experience? Want to gain confidence thinking on your feet? Want to sharpen your teamwork skills? Improv is the place to do it! Beginner students will learn about the fundamentals of improv through exercises, games, and scenes made up on the fly!
**Unable to attend the full session? Drop in for only $25!
This course ends with a performance for families and friends December 9th at 7pm! |
Sep 16, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 |
$ 360.00 |
Sunny Beijing *By Invitation Only
Evening Group Class
Metropolis' resident improv ensemble class-hearsals. You see, Beijing is a famously smoggy city.
This course ends with a performance for families and friends December 9th at 7pm! |
Sep 16, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
Tippy Taps - TAP 101 Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Whether you have never tapped before or are looking for a refresh, this tap course will introduce the basic steps, combinations, and techniques to get you started! Tap is more than a dance style - it is a part of American history, blending African juba with Irish step dance to create something wholly new and perfect for stage and film.
Those without tap shoes are encouraged to wear hard-soled shoes - taps are not required! Our school has a selection of loaner shoes as well!
*Unable to join for the full session? Drop-in for a class to give it a try! |
Sep 16, 2026 - Nov 04, 2026 |
$ 300.00 |
Acting for Adults Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Whether it's your first time stepping onstage, a way for you to come back to performing, or you are a seasoned professional wanting to keep your momentum going, this course is for you! Through this course, actors will apply acting techniques to monologues, scenework, and auditioning.
This class ends in an in class performance for family and friends! |
Sep 17, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 |
$ 300.00 |
Celebration Singers Ages 18+
Evening Choir Rehearsal
Create music and build friendships in Celebration Singers! Explore freedom of expression through music, develop musical skills, and connect with fellow music lovers in preparation for a live performance. Singers of all experience levels welcome!
Share your passions across the generations - This session will perform in tandem with our youth Holiday Cabaret!
Tech Rehearsal: Sunday, December 6th from 9am-12pm
Performance: Sunday, December 6th at 7pm |
Sep 17, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 |
Advanced Acting for Adults $ 300.00 |
Advanced Acting for Adults Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Those looking to expand on their existing acting toolbox will find challenge and community here! Through this course, actors will apply acting techniques to monologues, scenework, and auditioning. This course is designed for those who have completed at least one semester of Acting for Adults and wish to take the next step in their performance!
This class ends in an in class performance for family and friends! |
Sep 18, 2026 - Dec 11, 2026 |
Sitcom, Drag, and the Stage $ 125.00 |
Sitcom, Drag, and the Stage Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Grow your showmanship in this exploration of paraody, drag, and camp! Learn about characterization, history, and pop culture through iconic scenes from TV, plays, and beyond. Let your creativity and imagination flourish with likeminded peers!
Drag: entertainment in which performers caricature or challend gender stereotypes, often with elaborate costumes and acts
Camp: a style or mode of personal or creative expression that is obsurdly exaggerated and often fuses elements of high and popular culture
This course ends with a performance for families and friends! |
Sep 21, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026 |
Primetime Players - My Favorite Things $ 90.00 |
Primetime Players - My Favorite Things Ages 60+
Afternoon Group Class - Hosted at the Arlington Heights Senior Center
Without a doubt, all theater lovers know the names Rodgers and Hammerstein. Creators of classics like Sound of Music, Oklahoma, Cinderella, and more - this dynamic duo have earned their place in Broadway history! In his course, participants will learn Broadway history, act alongside their peers, and sing classic tunes through the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein.
The final class 11/17 will include a presentation for family and friends! |
Sep 22, 2026 - Nov 17, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
Tippy Taps - TAP 101 Ages 9-14
Evening Group Class
Whether you have never tapped before or are looking for a refresh, this tap course will introduce the basic steps, combinations, and techniques to get you started! Tap is more than a dance style - it is a part of American history, blending African juba with Irish step dance to create something wholly new and perfect for stage and film.
Those without tap shoes are encouraged to wear hard-soled shoes - taps are not required! Our school has a selection of loaner shoes as well!
*Unable to join for the full session? Drop-in for a class to give it a try! |
Sep 16, 2026 - Nov 04, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
Acting Through Play Ages 9-14
Evening Group Class
Play is such a vital part of creation, imagination, and exploration. In theater, we use games to warm-up, to build trust, and to experiment with different skills. Through this course, students will learn new games, play their favorites, and learn how play can be a tool for creativity.
This class is a great fit for those new to theater or looking to find community and make new friends!
**Unable to commit to the full session? Drop-in for a class to join in on the fun! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 02, 2026 |
$ 240.00 |
Don't Fear the Bard! Ages 12-18
Evening Group Class
Ever struggle-bussed through reading a Shakespeare play for school? Ever avoided an audition for a Shakespeare play because the language was just too confusing? Well, fear no more! This class will dive headfirst into everything Shakespeare - who he was, comprehending the language of his works, and performing like a true Shakespearean actor!
This class ends in a performance for family and friends! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 07, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Explorers A Ages 7-9
Evening Group Class
In this class for young actors, students will develop acting skills through games, storytelling, monologues, and scenework. Students will learn to make big choices in this proccess-based class that focuses on learning and personal growth by creating a supportive, low-pressure enviroment that welcomes risks through fun!
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting!
This class is designed to be repeated. |
Sep 16, 2026 - Oct 21, 2026 |
Acting Ensemble (Coming Soon) $ 300.00 |
Acting Ensemble Ages 10-14
Evening Group Class - INVITATION ONLY
Through this course, students will deepen their understanding of character development and scene analysis while exploring objectives, tactics, and making strong, specific acting choices. This class includes scene work, theater games, and ensemble-building exercises to strengthen their collaboration, creativity, and confidence as performers.
Students will also develop audition techniques for theater and film, broadening their performance skills across multiple mediums.This is a process-based class that emphasizes artistic growth, risk-taking, and collaboration in a supportive environment.
This invitation only course is designed for students who are ready to take their acting skills to the next level, having completed Acting Encore or Acting Encore Advanced or through self-tape submission.
**There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting! |
Sep 16, 2026 - Dec 09, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Encore A Ages 10-13
Evening Group Class
In this class for young actors, students will develop acting skills through games, storytelling, monologues, and scenework. Through scenes from plays and musicals, students will develop their creativity, collaboration, and stage presence. Students will learn to make big choices in this proccess-based class that focuses on learning and personal growth by creating a supportive, low-pressure enviroment that welcomes risks through fun!
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting!
This class is designed to be repeated. |
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026 |
$ 240.00 |
Acting Encore Advanced Ages 10-14
Evening Group Class - Prerequisite Required
In this class for young actors, students will develop acting skills through games, storytelling, monologues, and scenework. Through scenes from plays and musicals, students will develop their creativity, collaboration, and stage presence. Students will learn to make big choices in this proccess-based class that focuses on learning and personal growth by creating a supportive, low-pressure enviroment that welcomes risks through fun!
Students must have taken at least 2 sections of Acting Encore to be eligible for registration.
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting!
This class is designed to be repeated. |
Sep 17, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Techniques A Ages 14-18
Evening Group Class
This dynamic acting class for high school students teaches the practical acting/audition techniques of Michael Shurtledd with a concentration on making specific acting choices, pursuing clear objectives, and building authentic relationships to create truthful, compelling performances. Additionally, students will learn Viola Spolin's theater games and improvisation techniques to encourage students to trust their instincts, stay present, listen deeply, and respond honestly in the moment.
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting! |
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Explorers B Ages 7-9
Evening Group Class
In this class for young actors, students will develop acting skills through games, storytelling, monologues, and scenework. Students will learn to make big choices in this proccess-based class that focuses on learning and personal growth by creating a supportive, low-pressure enviroment that welcomes risks through fun!
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting!
This class is designed to be repeated. |
Oct 28, 2026 - Dec 09, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Encore B Ages 10-13
Evening Group Class
In this class for young actors, students will develop acting skills through games, storytelling, monologues, and scenework. Through scenes from plays and musicals, students will develop their creativity, collaboration, and stage presence. Students will learn to make big choices in this proccess-based class that focuses on learning and personal growth by creating a supportive, low-pressure enviroment that welcomes risks through fun!
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting!
This class is designed to be repeated. |
Oct 29, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
Acting Techniques B Ages 14-18
Evening Group Class
This dynamic acting class for high school students teaches the practical acting/audition techniques of Michael Shurtledd with a concentration on making specific acting choices, pursuing clear objectives, and building authentic relationships to create truthful, compelling performances. Additionally, students will learn Viola Spolin's theater games and improvisation techniques to encourage students to trust their instincts, stay present, listen deeply, and respond honestly in the moment.
There will be a class demonstration for families at the end of the final class meeting! |
Oct 29, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
From Page to Stage Ages 6-11
Morning Group Class ($160.00)
Books can be portals to new worlds, teaching us lessons about ourselves and the world around us. Through this course, students will explore how books are adapted for the stage using existing adaptations and creating their own!
This class ends in a performance for family and friends!
**Neighboring room(s) available for families and siblings to gather, play and learn while class is in session.
DROP-IN for a session for only $25 |
Sep 16, 2026 - Nov 04, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
Don't Fear the Bard! Ages 12-18
Morning Group Class ($160.00)
Ever struggle-bussed through reading a Shakespeare play for school? Ever avoided an audition for a Shakespeare play because the language was just too confusing? Well, fear no more! This class will dive headfirst into everything Shakespeare - who he was, comprehending the language of his works, and performing like a true Shakespearean actor!
This class ends in a performance for family and friends!
**Neighboring room(s) available for families and siblings to gather, play and learn while class is in session.
DROP-IN for a session for only $25 |
Sep 16, 2026 - Nov 04, 2026 |
$ 280.00 |
Improv Stars Ages 8-11
Evening Group Class
Students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation and beyond through a variety of games and exercises each week. With the goal of creating collaborative, imaginative, and playful storytellers, students will also gain the confidence to say "yes, and" to any obstacle laid out before them.
*This class ends with a showcase for family and friends! |
Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 |
$ 280.00 |
Improv Ensemble Ages 12-17
Evening Group Class
Students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation and beyond through a variety of games and exercises each week. With the goal of creating collaborative, imaginative, and playful storytellers, students will also gain the confidence to say "yes, and" to any obstacle laid out before them.
*This class ends with a showcase for family and friends! |
Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 |
$ 180.00 |
Dungeons & Drama Ages 9-14
Morning Group Class
Build a character, form an adventuring party, and let your imagination lead the way! This class will incorporate standard table-top role-playing with some on-you-feet improvisation to bring the world to life!
Students with D&D experience are encouraged to bring their own dice, character sheets, and books!
Dungeons & Dragons: The world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game! Storytelling is at the forefront of this fantasy role-playing adventure. Through collaboration and imagination, players create characters that are led through an adventure in which their choices can change the story. |
Sep 26, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026 |
Forging Creativity with Dungeons & Dragons $ 150.00 |
Forging Creativity with Dungeons & Dragons Ages 10-17
Evening Group Class - Led by Carol Walker
Build a character, form an adventuring party, and let your imagination lead the way! This class will incorporate standard table-top role-playing with some on-you-feet improvisation to bring the world to life!
Students with D&D experience are encouraged to bring their own dice, character sheets, and books!
Dungeons & Dragons: The world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game! Storytelling is at the forefront of this fantasy role-playing adventure. Through collaboration and imagination, players create characters that are led through an adventure in which their choices can change the story. |
Oct 07, 2026 - Nov 11, 2026 |
$ 25.00 |
Wiggle Workshop August Ages 18m-3y
Morning Group Class
Everything you've loved about Wiggle, Giggle, and Grow - now fun sized!
In this creative drama class, little ones will learn to express themselves both verbally and physically through the use of action songs, finger plays, and storybooks. They will also work on fine and gross motor skills while engaging with props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, puppets, and bubbles!
This is a child and guardian class, designed for adult participation. Join your little one for an hour of silliness and fun! |
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 25, 2026 |
Imagination Exploration A $ 120.00 |
Imagination Exploration A - Fun on the Farm Ages 4-6
Evening Group Class
Have you ever wonered what farm animals do in their free time? Come explore what it would be like to dance like a donkey, be a cow that can type, or a duck that rides a bike in this creative drama class! Using our bodies, voices, and imaginations, we can will bring the characters from some familiar farm themed storybooks to life. Students will learn to work as a an ensemble and develop their actors' tools by having tons of FUN ON THE FARM!
This course ends with a performance for families and friends! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026 |
Wiggle Workshop September $ 25.00 |
Wiggle Workshop September Ages 18m-3y
Morning Group Class
Everything you've loved about Wiggle, Giggle, and Grow - now fun sized!
In this creative drama class, little ones will learn to express themselves both verbally and physically through the use of action songs, finger plays, and storybooks. They will also work on fine and gross motor skills while engaging with props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, puppets, and bubbles!
This is a child and guardian class, designed for adult participation. Join your little one for an hour of silliness and fun! |
Sep 17, 2026 - Sep 17, 2026 |
$ 25.00 |
Wiggle Workshop October Ages 18m-3y
Morning Group Class
Everything you've loved about Wiggle, Giggle, and Grow - now fun sized!
In this creative drama class, little ones will learn to express themselves both verbally and physically through the use of action songs, finger plays, and storybooks. They will also work on fine and gross motor skills while engaging with props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, puppets, and bubbles!
This is a child and guardian class, designed for adult participation. Join your little one for an hour of silliness and fun! |
Oct 20, 2026 - Oct 20, 2026 |
Imagination Exploration B $ 120.00 |
Imagination Exploration B - Journey Through the Jungle Ages 4-6
Evening Group Class
For the second session, we will leave the comforts of the barn to explore the mysteries and wonders of the jungle! Get ready to be as slow as a sloth, as fierce as a tiger, and as silly as a monkey! Using storybooks and our own imaginations for inspiration, we will explore what it would be like to live in the jungle. Students will develop character building skills and use bodies and voices to transform our classroom into a JUNGLE paradise!
This course ends with a performance for families and friends! |
Oct 26, 2026 - Dec 07, 2026 |
$ 25.00 |
Wiggle Workshop November Ages 18m-3y
Morning Group Class
Everything you've loved about Wiggle, Giggle, and Grow - now fun sized!
In this creative drama class, little ones will learn to express themselves both verbally and physically through the use of action songs, finger plays, and storybooks. They will also work on fine and gross motor skills while engaging with props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, puppets, and bubbles!
This is a child and guardian class, designed for adult participation. Join your little one for an hour of silliness and fun! |
Nov 17, 2026 - Nov 17, 2026 |
$ 25.00 |
Wiggle Workshop December Ages 18m-3y
Morning Group Class
Everything you've loved about Wiggle, Giggle, and Grow - now fun sized!
In this creative drama class, little ones will learn to express themselves both verbally and physically through the use of action songs, finger plays, and storybooks. They will also work on fine and gross motor skills while engaging with props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, puppets, and bubbles!
This is a child and guardian class, designed for adult participation. Join your little one for an hour of silliness and fun! |
Dec 10, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 |
Nail Your Musical Audition $ 75.00 |
Nail Your Musical Audition Ages 8-14
Evening Group Class
Auditions are an opportunity to shine and share your talents, but can also be quite nerve-wracking. Through this workshop, participants will explore each step invloved in preparing for a musical theater audition. From preparing your audition materials to mock auditions, each student will leave this course ready to nail their next audition! |
Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026 |
$ 160.00 |
Acting Through Song Ages 9-14
Evening Group Class
Did you know there are different types of songs in musical theater? There can be "I Want" songs, ballads, showstoppers, and more, all serving a different purpose to tell the story! Through this course, students will learn the types of songs, sing their favroite showtunes, and explore how writers and composers use these songs to further their stories.
This class ends with a showcase for family and friends! |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 02, 2026 |
$ 130.00 |
5-6-7-SING Ages 9-16
Evening Group Class
Musical Theater actors face a challenge unlike any other: How do you make breaking out into song look natural? Through this course, musical theater lovers will learn techniques to advance their characterization, smooth out the transitions from scene into song, and explore a range of musical theater skills!
This class ends with a performance for family and friends! |
Oct 03, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026 |
Fashion and Costume Arts A $ 150.00 |
Fashion and Costume Arts A Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Color, texture, shape, and more combine to create a feeling through art. Through this course student artists will experiment with various fashion tools and techniques to create costume designs and pieces to be showcased to family and friends! Students that love to craft and create will find community here! |
Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026 |
Fashion and Costume Arts B $ 125.00 |
Fashion and Costume Arts B Ages 18+
Evening Group Class
Color, texture, shape, and more combine to create a feeling through art. Through this course student artists will experiment with various fashion tools and techniques to create costume designs and pieces to be showcased to family and friends! Students that love to craft and create will find community here! |
Nov 07, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026 |
The Lightning Thief (Coming Soon) $ 250.00 |
FALL MUSICAL - The Lightning Thief Youth Edition Ages 8-16
Auditioned Production
Audition Requirements
- Please prepare 60 seconds of a song inspired by characters or themes from the show to be accompanied by a karaoke track.
- Karaoke tracks can be played from a provided device or emailed in advance to [email protected]
- All auditionees must sign up for ONE dance call
Audition Days
Friday, August 21st: 4-5:00pm Vocal Auditions Day 1 + Dance call 6-6:30pm
Saturday, August 22nd: 12-4:00pm Vocal Audition Day 2 + Dance call from 2-2:30pm
Audition Sign-up - Every auditionee must sign up for a vocal AND dance audition slot.
Audition Form - Every auditionee must complete this form prior to their audition
Callbacks: Sunday, August 23rd from 12-4pm - *by invitation only
Rehearsals: September 15th-November 1st - Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-7:30pm, Sundays 1-4pm
Tech: November 2nd-4th from 4-8pm
Performances: November 5th at 10am and 12:30pm, November 6th at 10am and 7pm, November 7th at 2pm and 7pm
Tuition: $250 *Students enrolled in private lessons or group classes recieve a $50 discount |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 |
Myths and Mayhem (Coming Soon) $ 175.00 |
FALL PRODUCTION - Myths and Mayhem Ages 8-16
Auditioned Production
Dive into the Grecian Mythos in this collection of songs and scenes from musicals like Percy Jackson, Xanadu, Hercules, and more! Cast will collaborate with the Creative Team to create a show on an EPIC scale and shine brighter than Olympus!
Myths and Mayhem will audition in the same sequence as The Lightning Thief! Please use the information below when preparing:
Audition Requirements
- Please prepare 60 seconds of a song inspired by characters or themes from the show to be accompanied by a karaoke track.
- Karaoke tracks can be played from a provided device or emailed in advance to [email protected]
- All auditionees must sign up for ONE dance call
Audition Days
Friday, August 21st: 4-5:00pm Vocal Auditions Day 1 + Dance call 6-6:30pm
Saturday, August 22nd: 12-4:00pm Vocal Audition Day 2 + Dance call from 2-2:30pm
Audition Sign-up - Every auditionee must sign up for a vocal AND dance audition slot.
Audition Form - Every auditionee must complete this form prior to their audition
Callbacks: Sunday, August 23rd from 12-4pm - *by invitation only
Rehearsals: The week of September 14th through the week of November 2nd - Specific days and times TBD
Tech: November 7th from 9am-12pm
Performances: November 8th at 10am
Tuition: $175 *Students enrolled in private lessons or group classes recieve a $50 discount |
Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026 |
Holiday Cabaret 2026 (Coming Soon) $ 300.00 |
Holiday Cabaret 2026 Ages 10-18
Auditioned Production
Take part in a Metropolis tradition with our annual Holiday Cabaret! Even if the weather outside is frightful, this peroduction is sure to be delightful! Cast members will have the opportunity to perform within large and small group numbers, solos, and more!
Share your passions across the generations - This session will perform in tandem with our adult choir, Celebrtion Singers!
AUDITION INFORMATION TO COME
REHEARSALS: To be held either Fridays 4:30-7:30pm or Saturdays 1-4pm
Tech Rehearsal: Sunday, December 6th from 9am-12pm
Performance: Sunday, December 6th at 7pm |
Oct 16, 2026 - Dec 05, 2026 |