Musical Theatre Program

Following the tremendous success of Aladdin Reimagined, the Rock Creek Forest Musical Theatre Program is excited to announce our next production: Coco!

Step into the vibrant world of Coco, where music, family, and tradition come together in an unforgettable theatrical experience. Students will explore acting, singing, movement, and storytelling as they bring this heartwarming production to life. Throughout the school year, participants will rehearse and prepare for a spectacular performance of Coco to be shared with families and the school community in June 2027.

Whether your child performed in Aladdin Reimagined or is joining us for the first time, this program offers a welcoming environment where every student can grow as a performer, build lasting friendships, and create magical memories on stage.

Program Goals & Learning Objectives

By the end of this program, students will:

• Develop foundational skills in acting, singing, and stage movement

• Strengthen confidence through live performance experiences

• Learn to work collaboratively as part of an ensemble cast

• Understand basic stage directions, cues, and theater terminology

• Explore themes of family, cultural traditions, identity, and storytelling through musical theatre

• Experience the complete production process from rehearsal to final performanceExperience the full production process from rehearsal to performance

Program Highlights

• Total Sessions: 36 weekly classes (1 hour each)

• Teachers: Carolina Hernandez & Fairouz Foty

• Final Performance: June 2027 (date to be announced)

Class Groups

• Class 1: Tuesdays 4 – 5 pm (Grades 3rd to 5th)

• Class 2: Wednesdays 4 -5 pm (Grades Kindergarten to 2nd)

Tuition & Payment Information

• $345 per semester

  • Fall 2026 Semester: Payment due upon registration

  • Winter 2027 Semester: Payment due December 1, 2026

  • Spring 2027 Semester: Payment due April 1, 2027

Class Schedule and Attendance

• First day of Fall 2026 class for (Grades 3rd to 5th) is set for Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

• First day of Fall 2026 class for (Grades K to 2nd) is set for Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

• Final Performance Dress Rehearsal is set for Friday, June 10, 2027.

• Final Performance date is set for Saturday, June 11, 2027.

• Classes meet once per week on the scheduled day.

• Consistent attendance is essential to ensure students are fully prepared for the final performance.

• No make-up lessons are provided for school closures or weather-related cancellations (e.g., snow days).

• Dress rehearsal and performance dates will be announced at the beginning of the spring semester.

Enrollment & Participation Guidelines

We encourage students to enroll for the full academic year in order to gain the greatest benefit from the program and secure a meaningful role in the final performance.

• Full-Year Enrollment: Students who participate in all three semesters will be guaranteed a singing role in the final performance.

• Fall Semester: Serves as a dedicated period for skill-building and preparation for auditions held in the Winter semester. Directors will have an entire semester to nurture each student’s talents before casting begins.

• Performance Eligibility: To be cast as a performer in the final production, students must be enrolled in both the Winter and Spring semesters, as full-cast rehearsals begin in the Winter.

• Spring-Only Enrollment: Students joining solely in the Spring semester will take on essential technical or production roles such as stage management, props coordination, or backstage crew.

• Flexible Participation: Students may choose to enroll in any individual semester without committing to subsequent semesters.

Contact Us

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  📧 Email: info@quartertonez.com
  📞 Phone: 202-888-4499

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