For 2025 Spring Educational Theatre Programs
Programs Available in DeFuniak Springs, Miramar Beach, and Freeport
Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2025 Spring Educational Theatre programs are going to be ‘off-the-charts’ fun! These programs provide creative and engaging classes designed especially for young thespians from elementary to high school, as well as adult classes. ECTC offers classes for Mini Players (5yrs.-1st), Little Players (2nd-3rd grade), Big Players (4th-5th grade), teens, and adults. This year, ECTC is offering Wizard of Oz as the featured show, Show Choir (4th – 12th), Jazz & Dance for Teens (6th-12th Grade), Tap for Teens (6th-12th Grade), Tap II for Teens (6th-12th Grade), Adult Tap (18 and Up), Acting for Musical Theatre (6th-12th Grade), Film Fridays! (6th-12th Grade), First Steps BalletTap (Ages 5-7), Homeschool: Wicked Stitchers – Sewing and Costuming Design, Homeschool: Art and Design (Ages 9 -18), Homeschool: Get Good! – Beginner Guitar Lessons, and Senior Drama Club (Ages 55 and up). The full schedule of class dates and times along with tuition and registration rates can be found at https://www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org/youthclasses.
“We are so excited about our spring classes! We have the favorites, plus new classes, and a show everyone loves – Wizard of Oz! So, follow the yellow brick road straight to registration! We hope to see everyone on stage with us!” – Heath Carroll, Director of Education
Wizard of Oz – This Spring the Emerald City is coming to the Emerald Coast Theatre Company. Our students will tell the classic story of Dorothy’s trip down the yellow brick road through singing, dancing, and artistic expression. We have multiple age groups producing this musical masterclass from grades K-12. Join us at ECTC on Grand Blvd or our satellite locations in DeFuniak Springs and Freeport. No matter the age, this production offers much to teach about theatrical performance, and the large ensemble cast allows every student the opportunity to shine!
Spring Youth and Adult Education Classes are held from January – April 2025, with varying dates based on program. Payment plans and scholarships are available. *Tuition price includes a $30 non-refundable registration fee. Class locations include ECTC’s main space at 560 Grand BLVD, Suite 200 in Miramar Beach, FL as well as Florida Chautauqua Theatre (FCT) at 848 Baldwin Avenue in Defuniak Springs, FL and at the Freeport Elementary School in Freeport, FL.
“Give your children a chance to express themselves on stage, in a comfortable environment with other children, without judgement. Theatre Arts can help children break out of their shells, improve confidence and make friendships that last. We are thrilled to be able to continue these programs here at ECTC and surrounding communities.” – ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher.
ECTC’s 2024-2025 season is made possible with support from Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, St. Joe Community Foundation, Howard Group, South Walton Tourist Development Council, and Jerry and Alice Zich. Thank you to our Education Program Sponsors – Shoreline Title, Barker Williams, PLLC, Jennifer Crawford’s Own At The Beach Team with Keller Williams, Heritage Oak Wealth Advisors
To register for ECTC 2025 Spring Theatre Education classes, visit https://www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org/youthclasses.
To make a tax-deductible donation, volunteer or learn more about Emerald Coast Theatre Company, find them on Facebook, follow the ECTC YouTube channel, call (850) 684-0323 and visit www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org.
Show graphics and photos can be found here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/9zo4gfzct3l2ypb1osgbx/AIztscSa1jBRd_FP2xxtN8k?rlkey=gh19b7nzuvdjp601fpjc94nwv&st=k8z61q2s&dl=0
ABOUT EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY:
Emerald Coast Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) founded in 2012 by Nathanael Fisher, MFA, and his wife, Anna Fisher, MA. Based in Miramar Beach, Florida, ECTC’s mission is to enrich and entertain the Emerald Coast community through professional and educational theater. ECTC operates year-round with a focus on three programs to serve the Northwest Florida community: the Educational program includes after-school, weekend, summer, and home-school programs; the Theatre for Young Audiences program provides field trip opportunities for local school children and productions specifically designed for our youngest audience members, the Professional Theater efforts are focused on senior and adult audiences to improve quality of life and provide a rich cultural experience.
