• Weekend of Theatre with Grace Nowak

    Join us at Turning Pointe School of Dance & Starz Theater Company for a special weekend of musical theatre training with guest artist & instructor Grace Nowak! Students can choose from four workshop & masterclass events!
  • MEET GRACE

    Grace Nowak is a performer and vocal coach originally from Cincinnati, Ohio! She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from SIUC with a focus in classical vocal performance. She has sung on stages across the United States as well as around the world with Norwegian Cruise Lines! New works she’s had the pleasure to be apart of include Sailing at Storyland in Glen, New Hampshire and originating the character of Robin Bloom at Kentucky Kingdom in Louisville, KY. She enjoys teaching students of all ages, whether it be to audition with confidence or to grow their vocal potential!
  • CHOOSE YOUR EVENT!*

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              ACTING THROUGH SONG + ARTIST TALKBACK

              Performer Pass (ages 13+)  Students with the Performer Pass will bring a song of their choosing to perform and workshop directly with Grace. Limited to 5 Performers.


              Take a deeper dive into what it means to truly act through a song. This masterclass will explore how acting choices, emotion, intention, and storytelling can completely transform a musical theatre performance.


              The evening will conclude with an artist talkback and Q&A, giving students the opportunity to ask Grace about training, performing professionally, auditioning, and her experiences in the industry.


              Workshop Date/Time: Friday, September 11 | 6:45-9pm

              $49.00$49.00
                
              ACTING THROUGH SONG + ARTIST TALKBACK

              Viewer Pass (ages 12-18)  Want to learn without performing?

              A limited number of viewing passes are available for students who would like to observe the masterclass and participate in the talkback without workshopping a song.


              Take a deeper dive into what it means to truly act through a song. This masterclass will explore how acting choices, emotion, intention, and storytelling can completely transform a musical theatre performance.


              The evening will conclude with an artist talkback and Q&A, giving students the opportunity to ask Grace about training, performing professionally, auditioning, and her experiences in the industry.


              Workshop Date/Time: Friday, September 11 | 6:45-9pm

              $19.00$19.00
                
              AUDITION WORKSHOP (ages 10-12)

              Ages 10-12 | Limited to 25 students


              Build a strong foundation for walking into the audition room with confidence!


              Students will explore:


              What to expect at a musical theatre audition

              How to choose a song that fits you

              How to prepare before audition day

              How to slate clearly and confidently

              Audition-room confidence and etiquette


              Perfect for young performers who are beginning to audition or want to feel more prepared for their next opportunity.


              Workshop Date/Time: Saturday, September 12 | 12-1:30pm

              $35.00$35.00
                
              AUDITION WORKSHOP (ages 13-18, 0-2 years of auditioning experience)

              Saturday, September 12 | 1:30-3:00pm

              Ages 13-18 | Designed for students with 0-2 years of audition experience

              Limited to 14 students


              Take the next step in becoming a confident, prepared auditioner!


              This interactive workshop will focus on navigating the audition room and introduce students to cold reading - how to approach unfamiliar material, make quick acting choices, and confidently perform when there isn't much time to prepare.


              Students will have the opportunity to practice cold reads together in a supportive workshop environment.


              Workshop Date/Time: Saturday, September 12 | 1:30-3pm

              $40.00$40.00
                
              AUDITION WORKSHOP (ages 13-18, 3+ years of auditioning experience)

              Ages 13-18 | Designed for students with 3+ years of audition experience

              Limited to 10 students


              For experienced teen performers ready to take a more intentional approach to audition preparation.


              Students will explore:


              - How to build and maintain an audition book

              - What material every musical theatre performer should have ready

              - How to select material for a specific audition

              - Preparing a polished 90-second audition package

              - Combining song and monologue material effectively


              Select students will have the opportunity to present a full 90-second audition package and receive live coaching and feedback from Grace.


              Workshop Date/Time: Saturday, September 12 | 3:30-5pm

              $40.00$40.00
                
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