Performing Arts at Warren Music Academy
Whether you dream of the stage, want to build confidence in front of an audience, or explore acting and singing together, our musical theatre and acting lessons offer creative training for all ages and levels. From first steps to full-production performance, we help students develop their voice, presence, acting technique, and stage readiness. Our program is inclusive and welcoming for every age, ability, and learning style.
Helping students discover their voice, build confidence, and grow as performers
Every performer starts somewhere.
For some students, it begins with wanting to become more confident, learn a new skill, or step onto a stage for the first time. For others, it becomes a passion that leads to productions, talent showcases, auditions, college programs, Nashville opportunities, or a future in music and entertainment.
At Warren Music Academy, we help students develop the skills, confidence, and experience they need for the next step in their journey.
Whether your child is just beginning or already has big goals, there is a path for them at WMA.
Find Your Path
Learn
Musical Theatre & Acting Lessons
Build the foundation every performer needs.
Students develop skills in acting, vocal performance, musical theatre, stage presence, confidence, and communication.
This is the place to begin for students who want to explore performing, strengthen their abilities, prepare for auditions, or develop skills they can use on stage and beyond.
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Perform
Stage Productions & Performance Opportunities
Bring your training to life.
Real performance experience helps students grow in ways that lessons alone cannot provide. Through Warren Music Academy productions and Open Arms Theater, students have the opportunity to prepare roles, work with other performers, and share their talents with an audience.
Students learn preparation, teamwork, commitment, and the confidence that comes from being part of a real production.
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Pursue
Artist Development
Take your performance goals further.
Some students want to take their abilities to the next level. They may be preparing for college auditions, talent showcases, Nashville opportunities, recording projects, or auditions for programs such as American Idol, America’s Got Talent, and other performance opportunities.
Artist Development provides personalized coaching and guidance to help students develop their strengths, prepare effectively, and make informed decisions about their future.
More Than Performance
Performing arts are about more than applause. They help students build confidence, creativity, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to express themselves.
At Warren Music Academy, we meet students where they are and help them take the next step.
Start Your Performing Arts Journey at WMA
Find the program that matches your goals and discover where your performance journey can take you.
What You’ll Learn
- Acting technique: character development, stage presence, blocking, movement, improvisation
- Vocal performance: singing in character, storytelling through music, breath and projection
- Musical theatre skills: audition prep, song interpretation, scene work, ensemble work
- Performance readiness: rehearsal structure, stage craft, lighting awareness, live delivery
- How to connect acting, music, and physical expression into one performance
- Confidence, communication, creative expression, and stage professionalism
Students train with practices used in real productions, not classroom simulations.
Who We Teach
Kids, teens, adults, beginners, aspiring performers, hobby actors, worship leaders, singer-songwriters, and advanced students preparing for college or professional work. Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time or refining major performance goals, you’ll be coached with purpose, structure, and encouragement.
Students come to us from Schenectady, Albany, Niskayuna, and throughout the Capital Region. Online
lessons and virtual coaching options are available.
Audition Coaching
From first-time auditioners to students preparing for college programs and major productions, we train performers to walk into auditions prepared, confident, and memorable. Our students have successfully auditioned for:
• College music and theatre programs
• Regional and national productions
• Lead roles in school theatre programs
• Studio recording and performance opportunities
• Televised and high-profile appearances
We coach song and monologue selection, delivery, performance polish, presence, and audition strategy — all with real-world standards and expert guidance.
Performance & Recording Opportunities
Musical theatre and acting students can participate in staged productions, ensemble scenes, live showcases, studio recordings, and performance groups. We offer real-world opportunities to apply what you learn and grow as a performer.
FAQ
Do I need prior performance experience?
No — many students begin with no background in acting or singing.
Can I take lessons if I only want to act or only want to sing?
Yes — we tailor the program to your goals, whether it’s acting, singing, or both.
Do adults take musical theatre lessons?
Absolutely — we coach adults and youth alike, and lessons are designed for any age or level.
Are virtual lessons available?
Yes — whether you’re local or remote, you can train with us online.
Get Started
Fill out the form below and we’ll contact you personally to match you with the right instructor and schedule.
Scheduling Note
To offer real lesson options when we contact you, please list the specific days (Monday–Saturday) and earliest to latest times you are available.
Example: Mon 3–6 PM, Wed 5–8 PM, Sat 10 AM–12 PM
All inquiries are answered directly by Don or Mike Warren — never a receptionist or call center.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to help every student build confidence, skill, and stage presence — whether they want to perform for personal growth, school productions, college theatre, or professional stages. With a fourgeneration legacy and a collaborative faculty, WMA gives every performer the tools to grow with clarity and purpose.