
The DEYA Teens Club is a free initiative for creative, like-minded teens, ages 13 – 18, who want to stay connected, get involved, and have fun! From exclusive teen events and guest artist experiences to casual hangouts and creative collaborations, this group is all about building community and celebrating your passion for the arts. Whether you’re a performer, a tech whiz, or just love being part of the scene, DEYA Teens is your space to shine, share, and grow — together.
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Upcoming Events
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2026 Winter Session Classes
Broadway Beat with Chad
Get your weekly dose of sweat, style, and serious Broadway vibes! Each class dives into a different musical or choreographic style—from old-school showbiz classics to today’s biggest stage hits. One week it’s sharp Fosse jazz, the next it’s can-can kicks or full-out theatre jazz—no two weeks are the same! You’ll build technique, boost musicality, and bring your performance game to the next level, all while dancing hard and having a blast. Come ready to move, sweat, and have some serious fun living your best Broadway life!
Thursdays: 5:45pm – 7:00pm
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Acting/Improv
“Yes, and….!” Students will explore acting and improv through improvisation, scripted and non-scripted storytelling, and drama-based games, all while learning through play, imagination, and spontaneity. Students will refine their instincts, sharpen their comedic timing, and push creative boundaries through ensemble work, grounded storytelling, and improv games.
Wednesdays: 4:15pm – 5:30pm
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Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre is for anyone who loves to sing, dance and act! This is our introductory triple threat class. Students will work as an ensemble to learn music and choreography to a wide range of age-appropriate musical production numbers from Broadway shows.
Tuesdays: 7:15pm – 8:30pm
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On Camera Acting
On Camera Acting is designed to help young performers bring their own life and imagination to actual, age-appropriate TV, voice over and commercial scenes. All students will have time on camera and will work in an encouraging and respectful atmosphere with an experienced film/television/commercial/voice over actor instructor to learn specific and practical skills for auditioning for roles. Learning to use their instincts, adapt to different styles, and take direction are key components of this class.
Wednesdays: 7:15pm – 8:30pm
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Audition Prep
This exciting 12-week course is designed to help singing actors connect to their audition songs in meaningful ways and receive TWO new, custom chosen audition selections.
Topics will include song selection, script and score analysis, gesture and body awareness and managing performance anxiety. Students will work to balance healthy vocal production with bringing truth and specificity to the circumstance of the character. Each class will include a professionally led vocal warm-up followed by one-on-one coaching in a group setting with a live accompanist/ music director and director.
Thursdays: 7:15pm – 8:30pm
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Stage Combat
“En Garde!” This dynamic class introduces students to the art of stage combat, exploring the exciting world of safely choreographed fights for theatre. Through hands-on practice, students will learn techniques for punches, slaps, falls, and swordplay while emphasizing precision, safety, and storytelling. Participants will discover how physical action can heighten emotion, build character, and bring dramatic scenes to life in a controlled and creative environment.
Thursdays: 4:15pm – 5:30pm
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Technical Theatre
Discover the artistry and craftsmanship that bring theatre productions to life in this hands-on technical theatre class! Through three immersive units, participants will gain practical skills in Mood Board Creation, 3D Modeling, and Graphics and Props —essential elements of stage production. This course is designed with flexibility in mind, offering participants the option to purchase individual units or commit to the full 12-week session, which includes all three units.
Saturdays: 10:00am – 11:15am
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Annual High School Project
Drayton Entertainment has been steadily growing its training offerings for young performers over the past several years, including launching its state-of-the-art training hub, The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy. Its mission is to provide performing and technical arts training opportunities anchored in the Drayton Entertainment brand of live theatre excellence, facilitated by professional industry mentors. Our aim is to cultivate community, incite leadership, ignite imagination, and boost confidence in a socially aware, inclusive environment.
The annual High School Musical Production Program offers 100% barrier-free access, including financial, emotional and physical, to unite students from different backgrounds, identities, cultures, abilities and interests, completely free of charge. Drayton Entertainment is committed to diverse, inclusive casting without regard to disability, ethnocultural identity, or gender. It allows students to be mentored by professionals in ALL departments, both on stage and off. We’re seeking passionate theatre-makers, whether their passion lies in performing or technical arts, to gain the hands-on, transferable life skills required to present a fully-staged Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy Production.
Academy Code of Conduct
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If you have any questions, please reach out to us at youthacademy@draytonentertainment.com.