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Education Studios Preview

Sep 13, 2025 10AM-2PM
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A celebratory day of free classes and coaching sessions in Signature's brand-new Education Studios!

Sign up now for one of six free intro sessions of dance, music or acting, and get a sneak peek at Signature’s upcoming programs for learners of all levels and ages - from middle schoolers through adults.

Check out the class schedule and reserve your free tickets below!

Don’t feel like participating in a class but want to see the new Signature Theatre Education Studios? Sign up for the observation only Song Interpretation Masterclass; or you can also stop by during the event and do a walk through of our new spaces – see the classrooms and our new costume storage area (space permitting). Additionally, a few of the classes will offer room for observers at the back of the room.

Important Information

  • Ticket Limit

    Limit your choices to a maximum of 2 events so that more people can take advantage of this opportunity.

    1 ticket per person per event.

  • Location

    Signature Theatre Education Studios
    2784 S. Arlington Mill Dr.
    Village at Shirlington

    Check out this short video on how to get to the Studios from Signature’s main theater!

  • If you can no longer attend

    These classes will sell out. If you can no longer attend, please return your ticket in advance in My Account online or email tickets@sigtheatre.org so that we can offer the space to another participant.

Classroom 1

10:15AM - 11:00AM

Musical Theater Dance

For High School Students

A fun and energetic dance class for high school students of all levels. Move and groove to a classic musical theater song in this 45-minute dance class.

11:15AM - 12:00PM

Musical Theater Dance

For Adults

A fun and energetic dance class for adults 18 and up with all levels of dance experience. Move and groove to a classic musical theater song in this 45-minute dance class.

12:30PM - 1:15PM

Musical Theater Fundamentals

For Ages 11-14

A crash course in musical theater basics for middle school aged students of all levels. Come dressed to move in comfortable clothes and dance shoes or sneakers and learn a brief excerpt of choreography and vocals from a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical.

Classroom 2

10:30AM - 11:15AM

Song Interpretation Masterclass

Step into this masterclass and see how the magic of musical theater story telling gets made. Watch as a pre-selected performer from one of Signature’s education programs receives hands on coaching by Signature’s Associate Artistic Director.

11:30AM – 12:15PM

Improvisation 101

For Ages 11-14

Join Signature’s Education Program Manager for a fun on your feet introduction to the freeing world of improvisation. No experience necessary. All you need to bring is a desire to learn, a sense of curiosity and play!

12:30PM - 1:15PM

Introductory Acting

For Adults

Step into a participatory introduction to acting class which will inspire you to learn more. No experience necessary and no prepared materials are needed.

Individual Coaching

Monologue Feedback

For Adults and Teens 14+

Sit down with a Signature Artist in one of our new coaching rooms for 15 minutes of feedback and light coaching on a dramatic or comedic monologue you are working on. No experience necessary.

Song Feedback

For Adults and Teens 14+

Sit down with a Signature Artist and an accompanist in one of our new coaching rooms for 15 minutes of feedback and light coaching on a 32-bar cut of a song you are working on.

FAQs

When is the Education Studios Preview event?  

  • Saturday, September 13 from 10AM-2PM. If you do not wish to sign up for any of the free classes, you can still come to the studios during the preview event and walk through the space, seeing the classrooms and costume storage area (space permitting). 

Are all activities at the Education Studios Preview event on September 13 free?

  • Yes! But online registration is required in advance for the classes. Click the links above to register for specific classes.

Do I have to register ahead of time for Education Studios Preview Day classes?  

  • Yes, advance registration is required. There might be limited space available for last minute drop ins, but to guarantee your spot register online in advance.

Can I sign up for more than one experience / class? 

  • Yes, but we ask that you spread the joy! Limit your choices to a maximum of 2 events so that more people can take advantage of this opportunity.

May I observe classes?  

  • Yes, you may observe some of the classes. For classes with students under 18, only parents and guardians will be allowed to observe (space permitting). The private coaching rooms do not have space for any observers. 
  • Please note: if you are observing, you do not need to register in advance. 

What should I prepare for my class / coaching?

  • Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email with detailed instructions.

Where are Signature’s Education Studios?  

If I have additional questions whom do I contact?  

  • For questions regarding registering for classes for the Education Studios Preview or Fall Semester please contact the Box office a tickets@sigtheatre.org or 703.820.9771.
  • If you have any questions about the content of any of Signature’s education classes or to find out if they are appropriate for you contact Signature Theatre’s Education Department at education@sigtheatre.org.

Signature is grateful to Amazon and The Village at Shirlington for their partnership on the Education Studios, as well as to the foundation and individual donors that have contributed to the development of this new facility.

Signature's Education Studios

2784 S. Arlington Mill Dr Arlington, VA 22206