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COURSE REGISTRATION
VISIT COUNSELOR
Prospective students should be proactive in speaking with their base school counselors about MTAS Academy courses and their desired selection for the 2026-2027 school year, particularly to avoid scheduling conflicts and to communicate transportation, if applicable. Only counselors can officially register students for Academy classes and will do so via the Academy Registration Portal. If you are unable to meet with your school counselor, or have any questions, email our Academy Counselor, Mr. Donald, at [email protected], and be sure to copy Mr. DiCenzo at [email protected].
Prospective students should be proactive in speaking with their base school counselors about MTAS Academy courses and their desired selection for the 2026-2027 school year, particularly to avoid scheduling conflicts and to communicate transportation, if applicable. Only counselors can officially register students for Academy classes and will do so via the Academy Registration Portal. If you are unable to meet with your school counselor, or have any questions, email our Academy Counselor, Mr. Donald, at [email protected], and be sure to copy Mr. DiCenzo at [email protected].
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
This school year marks the third consecutive year that MTAS enrollement is at capacity. If trends continue, each section is likely to go on a waitlist. The first step to avoid getting waitlisted is to ensure you've officially registered with your counselor, via the Academy Registration Portal, before the deadline of March 6, 2026. Students who are still deciding are encouraged to proactively register. [If you change your mind, you can always unenroll, but missing the dealine almost guarantees getting waitlisted.]
This school year marks the third consecutive year that MTAS enrollement is at capacity. If trends continue, each section is likely to go on a waitlist. The first step to avoid getting waitlisted is to ensure you've officially registered with your counselor, via the Academy Registration Portal, before the deadline of March 6, 2026. Students who are still deciding are encouraged to proactively register. [If you change your mind, you can always unenroll, but missing the dealine almost guarantees getting waitlisted.]
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PLAN A VISIT
Current FCPS high school students are encouraged to arrange a visit with their base school counselors to audit a live MTAS class during their school day. 
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ATTEND OPEN HOUSE
It is recommended that families attend the Academy Open House at Fairfax High School on February 3, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 
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AUDITION INFORMATION
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AUDITION DEADLINES
Once registered, students will receive a registration confirmation email with audition instructions. All audition materials are due virtually by February 21, 2026, but can be accepted through the on-time registration deadline of March 6, 2026. |
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
All prospective MTAS students must audition. Students who are currently enrolled in MTAS must re-audition if they wish to retain. A comprehensive outline of requirements can be found below. Notice that the process differs slightly for our rising 9th grade students. |
*PLEASE NOTE*
Any applications received after February 21, 2026 are considered late. At that time, interested students are still required to submit all materials, but will be considered on a space-available basis.
Any applications received after February 21, 2026 are considered late. At that time, interested students are still required to submit all materials, but will be considered on a space-available basis.
MTAS CURRICULUM
The curriculum is aimed at those interested in pursuing the performing arts at a higher level or those that have a deep passion for Musical Theatre. All students who are interested in enrolling in the MTAS must audition, including rising freshmen and currently enrolled students. Students will be expected to perform regularly for audiences, both inside and outside of the classroom. The curriculum will respond to the needs and interests of students, naturally developing FCPS' Portrait of a Graduate attributes. Course offerings are listed below.
An exciting component of the curriculum, which is embedded into all courses at the Musical Theatre & Actors Studio, is the focus on college and career readiness. Students pursuing a career in the performing arts are able to rehearse their audition materials, experiencing the process of professional workshopping with feedback aimed to prepare them for the field. Students seeking a degree in the performing arts are supported throughout their entire admissions/audition process and are able to prepare their pre-screen auditions with confidence.
An exciting component of the curriculum, which is embedded into all courses at the Musical Theatre & Actors Studio, is the focus on college and career readiness. Students pursuing a career in the performing arts are able to rehearse their audition materials, experiencing the process of professional workshopping with feedback aimed to prepare them for the field. Students seeking a degree in the performing arts are supported throughout their entire admissions/audition process and are able to prepare their pre-screen auditions with confidence.
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COURSE CATALOGUE
Our offerings provide students with an opportunity to join the program as freshmen and advance through all tracked levels. Participation in Academy-based performances are strongly encouraged and may be required. Each of the four courses offered require an audition for placement. Current students must re-audition every year to retain their spot within the Musical Theatre & Actors Studio.
ONE CREDIT COURSES
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MUSICAL THEATRE FUNDAMENTALS
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Audition Required Prerequisite: None - Theatre Arts, Chorus, or Dance recommended, but not required. |
MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
Grades 10, 11, 12 Audition Required Prerequisite: None - Theatre Arts, Chorus, or Dance recommended, but not required. |
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Students will identify and practice performance techniques specific to musical theatre through multidisciplinary lenses. Through participating in various activities, students will examine musical theatre works, characters, and styles with an overall emphasis on performance.
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Students will explore performance techniques specific to musical theatre including acting, singing, and movement. Students will examine classic and contemporary musical theatre styles, structure, and content with an overall emphasis on performance.
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TWO CREDIT COURSES
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ADVANCED MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
Grades 11, 12 Audition Required Prerequisite: None - Theatre Arts, Chorus, or Dance recommended, but not required. |
PRE-PROFESSIONAL MUSICAL THEATRE
Grades 12 Audition Required Prerequisite: None - Theatre Arts, Chorus, or Dance recommended, but not required. |
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Students will enhance performance techniques specific to musical theatre including acting, singing, and dancing. Students will examine and appraise classic and contemporary musical theatre styles, structure, and content with an overall emphasis on performance. Participation in Academy-based performances are strongly encouraged and may be required.
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Students will expand and synthesize knowledge and skills in musical theatre performance and content. Outside class assignments including directing, auditioning for community, regional, and professional theatres, reviewing local performances, and interviewing local theatre professionals will be required. Collegiate and professional audition portfolios will be developed.
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