After School Theatre School FAQ’s

How do I sign up?

Registration will be available on July 31st. We only accept registration through our online system, as we must have completed registration questionnaires and liability agreements for all students.

If you are having challenges navigating the system, you can reach out to Jackie in the box office between noon – 5pm, Monday through Friday.

How do I make payments?

Payments are required at the time of registration. You can pay in full online via credit card, or via payment plan with a 10% deposit. Payment plans incur a 6% administrative fee. More information about Payment Plans are available at the bottom of this page.

If you would like to pay by check, please contact Jackie in the box office between noon – 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Do I have to pay a registration fee for each session?

No. We do not have a registration fee.

If my child drops out before the end of the session do I get my tuition money back?

No. Sorry, teachers are hired at the beginning of the session based on the number of children enrolled.

Our cancellation policy can be found at this link.

Can I make payments?

Yes! Payment plans incur a 6% administrative fee. More information about Payment Plans are available at the bottom of this page.

Which holidays do you take off?

We take the same holidays as Helena District 1 School, with the exception of January 22, 2024. We do not prorate for holidays.

Will my child be in a performance?

Most of our classes are not performance oriented. However, we offer a few classes that are, and they are noted in the class descriptions.

Can I observe or come to class with my child?

We do not encourage parents or visitors in class except on the last class of each session. Once someone is observing the class suddenly the work in class becomes a performance which is not the intention for that day. If you still would like to visit class, we would ask that you participate in all activities and exercises. Thanks for understanding.

At the beginning of each session we have a meeting in the theatre with all the students to talk about the goals for the session and remind them of the rules.  If you would like to sit in on this announcement you are welcome, but please sit in the back of the house and not with your child.

How does my child know how to audition for the Christmas Show?

Information about how to audition for the 2023 holiday show will be announced soon. In order to audition for the holiday show, students must be signed up for Sessions 1 or one of the full year classes.

Does my child have to audition for the holiday show?

Absolutely not. The only classroom work that is related to the this production is audition techniques. All rehearsals for this production are done in the evenings.

How do you communicate with the parents?

We communicate almost exclusively through an app called BAND and announcements posted online. It is vital that all parents sign up for BAND and keep an eye on the site for announcements, updates, and other information.

We also occasionally use email.

Headshots and resumes

All students are required to have an 8×10 color headshot and a resume (pdf). We provide a wonderful photographer (Kurt Keller Photography) twice a year but you can have anyone you want take the photo.

Where are classes held?

High School classes will meet in the Classroom and the stage at 325 N. Park Ave.  Please use the Lawerence street door.

7th and 8th classes will meet in the studio at 328 N. Fuller Ave

3 & 4th will meet in the studio at 328 N. Fuller Ave

K-2nd will meet in the classroom at 325 N. Park.  Please use the Lawerence Street door

48 Hours to Curtain will meet onstage.  Please use the front door of the theatre on Park Ave.

Words by Kids will meet in the classroom at the theatre..  Please use the Lawerence Street door

School day theatre class will meet in the studio at 328 N Fuller Ave

The classes are held in various locations in the building and in our studio (328 N.Fuller Ave).

Sounds like fun - where do I sign up?