2026 – 2027 Training
YOUNG ARTIST TRAINING
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
CLASS ACT PROGRAM
Step into the spotlight.
If you’re between the ages of 9 and 17, passionate about musical theatre, and based in (or within commuting distance of) Edmonton, we invite you to audition for an exciting season of training and performance.
Our year-long triple-threat program is designed to challenge, support, and inspire young performers at every stage of their artistic journey – with expert training in acting, singing, and dance, led by experienced industry professionals. Each program culminates in a fully staged musical production in Winter 2027.
This year, we are introducing two dedicated training streams:
- Junior Program (Ages 9–12) *No Audition Required
- Advanced Program (Ages 13–17) *Audition Required
Each stream is tailored to meet students where they are – building strong foundations while encouraging artistic growth, discipline, and confidence.
Class sizes are capped, limited space available. Register NOW!
Junior Musical Theatre
Ages 9-12 | Full-Year Program
A supportive and engaging introduction to musical theatre training.
Students build foundational skills in acting, vocal technique, and dance, while exploring a wide range of musical theatre repertoire through scenes, songs, and choreography.
The program culminates in a fully staged musical production in Winter 2027.
Schedule
Sundays, 1:00-4:00 PM | MacEwan University, Allard Hall
- Fall Term: Sept 20 – Nov 29, 2026
- Winter Term: Jan 10 – Mar 7, 2027
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No Class Dates
- October 11, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend)
- November 8, 2026 (Remembrance Day Weekend)
Production Period
February 15 – March 7, 2027
Tuition
$850
Early Bird: $800 (until June 30, 2026)
Advanced Musical Theatre
Ages 13 – 17 | Full-Year Program
* Audition Required
Designed for dedicated young performers ready to deepen their craft.
Students engage in focused training in acting, vocal performance, and dance, with an emphasis on technique, discipline, and artistic interpretation. This intensive program culminates in a fully staged MainStage musical production in Winter 2027.
Schedule
Sundays, 1:00 – 5:30 PM | MacEwan University, Allard Hall
- Fall Term: Sept 20 – Nov 29, 2026
- Winter Term: Jan 10 – Mar 7, 2027
No Class Dates
- October 11, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend)
- November 8, 2026 (Remembrance Day Weekend)
Production Period
February 15 – March 7, 2027
Tuition
$1,050
Early Bird: $1,000 (until June 30, 2026)
Auditions
Email Admin@NUOVAVocalArts.ca to book your audition.
Audition dates and requirements will be shared upon registration.
What to Expect
- Professional training with leading artists and theatre educators from Edmonton’s vibrant theatre community (instructors to be announced)
- Training in a state-of-the-art conservatory environment at MacEwan University, with access to dance studios and private acting spaces with grand piano accompaniment
- A supportive, inclusive learning environment that nurtures each student’s unique artistic voice
- Focused skill development in acting, vocal performance, and movement
- Opportunities to perform in fully staged musical theatre productions
- A strong emphasis on confidence, creativity, and collaboration—both onstage and off
The 3-Week Development Program is designed to offer participants a shorter program to experience the intensive environment for which NUOVA has garnered an esteemed reputation.
This 5-week intensive program is a must for those who wish to focus on further developing technique while simultaneously working on their performance skills.
Intensive study will focus on developing tools that pianists with advance training required to become accomplished répétiteurs and coaches.
Aspiring perfomers, directors and conductors may participate in this five-week program to get hands-on, practical experience in their field.
Work alongside professional mentors while getting hands-on, paid experience with mainstage productions.
Tuition & Accommodation
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