Fall Registration for our Drama School open
This class is a skills-based class focused on storytelling through song where students can learn about and practice "acting the song" with intent, emotion, and stage presence. This is NOT a how-to-sing class: instead, we use ensemble singing, character-driven delivery and movement to naturally build ear-training, rhythm, and confidence.
The class culminates in a final performance for family and friends at the Student Showcase - held 3 times per year at Beban Stage.
Is An Introduction to Musical Theatre right for my child?
This class is designed for children ages 9-12 who love to sing and dance -- OR want to sing and dance but are maybe a little shy. (Please ASK your child if they want to sing and dance. In our experience, some kids (surprisingly) do not, and there is nothing we can do or say to get them to sing and dance if they don't want to. There HAS to be the desire.) But if the desire is there, we can help them explore essential skills by singing in a group and developing stage presence. And if your child wants to sing a solo, we can help them with that, too!
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Fall 2026 Term Dates:
Sept 16 - Dec 2
12 x 60-min. classes + 1 performance
Performance Date:
Fri. Dec 4, 7:00 pm
Location:
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
4235 Departure Bay Road (behind Country Club Mall
Cost:
$300
(+ $25 annual registration fee, one per family)
Class Information
Meet Your Instructor
Zoe Henderson
Zoe is a multi-disciplinary artist born and raised in Nanaimo. She returned to the city in July 2023, after spending 25 years in Toronto working as a full-time arts educator (music, drama). Professional work includes acting, teaching, directing, producing, playwriting, composing, and music arranging. Formal education includes a B.A. (Honours) in Drama (University of Alberta) as well as advanced certificates from the Royal Conservatory of Music in speech arts, singing, piano. Zoe loves teaching theatre to young people and is committed to building spaces where each child can grow, thrive, develop their voice, and explore their potential. She created Nanaimo Young People's Theatre in 2022.