SUMMER CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS ARE AVAILABLE AT SCAC!
Is your child interested in learning more about performance? The Sharonville Cultural Arts Center (SCAC) and Performing Arts Inc. (PAI) are collaborating to offer a series of summer 2026 classes at SCAC, including musical theatre dance, tap dance, and workshops for young performers.
SUMMER DANCE CLASSES
Summer dance classes will take place every Saturday
from July 11th to August 29th
Musical Theatre Dance
Taught by Zach Treinen
10:00AM-11:00AM
Ages 10-16
20-person class limit
There is no required dress code. Students may wear anything they feel comfortable dancing in. Jazz shoes are encouraged for musical theatre dance, but clean sneakers are perfectly fine.
Beginning Tap Dance
Taught by Zach Treinen
11:00AM-12:00PM
Ages 12-17
20-person class limit
Tap shoes are needed for this class. Students may choose flats or heels, whichever they prefer. For beginners, flats are recommended.
SUMMER ACTING WORKSHOPS
Magic Workshop
Taught by Matthew Taylor
July 8th from 6-8PM
ALL AGES WELCOME
Improv Workshops
Taught by Charlotte Perez
July 15th from 6-8PM (Ages 8-12)
July 22nd from 6-8PM (Ages 13-17)
July 29th from 6-8PM (Ages 18+)
Participants should wear clothing and footwear they feel comfortable moving in.
World Accents Workshops
Taught by Matthew Taylor
August 5th from 6-8PM (American Regional)
August 12th from 6-8PM (Great Britain)
August 19th from 6-8PM (European)
Please bring paper and a pencil to each workshop.
Ages 12-17
Interested in participating? Fill out the form below to secure your spot today!
9-WEEK DANCE CLASSES: $90/per student
MAGIC WORKSHOP: $45/per student (materials included)
ALL OTHER WORKSHOPS: $40/per student
Questions? Email classes.scac@gmail.com
Meet the Teachers!
As an Actor, Writer, and Director, Matthew has been performing, directing, and teaching all over the country. Matthew’s Theater credits include 10 years on the Professional staff at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, plus work as an actor and teacher/coach at over 20 other LORT C and B theaters, including Actors Theatre of Louisville, The St Louis Repertory Theatre, Arena Stage in Washington D.C., and Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven, Connecticut. Mr. Taylor has portrayed characters for major amusement parks and spent 10 years as McDonalds corporate icon. Matthew currently works as a professional magician and Master of Ceremonies throughout the Midwest and is proud to be a staff member at SCAC. Learn more about Matthew on his webpage here.
Charlotte Perez serves as the Event Manager for Sharonville Cultural Arts Center and also gives support in the theatre, art gallery, and in teaching classes. They have worked across the country with Cedar Summerstock Theatre and Florida Studio Theatre as a stage manager, technician, and more. Charlotte is originally from Bowling Green, OH and graduated from Miami University with a B.A. in Theatre and a certificate in Fostering Just Communities. They’re excited to inspire and mentor the next generation of performers and artists here at SCAC!
Zach Treinen is a graduate of Miami University with a B.A. in Theatre with minors in Musical Theatre and Dance. Zach grew up performing with Performing Arts Inc. and would not be where he is today without the support of his directors. He is so grateful to be able to direct now and give kids the same support and confidence that Performing Arts Inc. gave him growing up. He is so excited to be able to share his love of theatre with kids!