Let’s be honest: your voice is your superpower. Whether you’re in a choir, recording covers for TikTok, or prepping for your next NTPA performance, your vocal cords do a lot of heavy lifting. But like any instrument, your voice needs care to perform at its best. If you want to keep hitting those high [...]
IT'S SHOWTIME! BEETLEJUICE JR is coming to NTPA at all 5 locations! Auditioning Grades 5-12 NTPA is excited to bring this brand new musical to all FIVE of our NTPA stages. We kick off the NTPA Premiere in Plano this fall, followed by productions in Southlake, Fairview, Frisco, and [...]
You’ve submitted your audition, and have been excitedly waiting to hear back from your director. Now, you’ve received an email inviting you to callbacks… great! Except you’ve never done that before. What should you expect? Well, here are some pointers: DO: Be prepared! If your director has given you material to have prepped and [...]
by Nick Cutelli When I first started at Second City Improv theater in Chicago one of my very first directors told me that if you're good at improv there's a good chance that you're probably going to be really good at life and to be honest I truly believe that that is a fact. [...]
Auditioning for theatre can be an exhilarating yet nerve-wracking experience. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting your journey with us at NTPA, one thing remains constant: the importance of a well-prepared audition package. Your audition package is your calling card, showcasing your talent, versatility, and potential to directors, casting agents, and production [...]
Auditioning for your first show can be nerve wracking! Don’t worry, we’re here to help. There are some key things you should know before your first audition to help you have a positive and successful experience! We invite all students ages 5-18 who are interested in auditioning for their first show to join us [...]
Congratulations to Karen Lamb on receiving the Art Spark Texas Director's Commendation Awards! Karen is a ten-year veteran of the North Texas Performing Arts Starcatchers where her roles have ranged from Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz to The Dragon in Shrek the Musical Jr. Karen is a leader among her peers, [...]
Episode 17 Available to Listen NOW! Episode 17 - Ruby Pullum Take a listen to episode 17 of the ACE Up Your Sleeve Podcast where we talk to the one and only Ruby Pullum! She talks about her show managing experiences at NTPA and what it means to be [...]
Episode 16 Available to Listen NOW! Episode 16 - Paige Price On the 16th episode of the ACE Up Your Sleeve Podcast, we will be interviewing Ms. Paige Price! She gives us some insightful tips for a successful audition and wise words for those who want to pursue a [...]
Episode 15 Available to Listen NOW! Episode 15 - Kaitlyn Barnard Ms. Kaitlyn shares her top techniques for improving your singing on stage! Come listen to Ms. Kaitlyn Barnard's words of wisdom about opera, theater, and education in the arts! You won't want to miss this and more in [...]
