We are so excited that you will be joining us for our 20th anniversary year!
This year, we are committed to reinforcing the core values that define APA. Our mission is to cultivate confidence and respect—both self-respect and respect for others—through age-appropriate classes led by positive role models. These role models inspire creativity, accountability, and a commitment to exceeding expectations, while also emphasizing the importance of giving back to our community and maintaining a high standard of excellence. Each month, we will focus on a specific value in our classrooms to further embed these principles.
Exclusive Offer:
Pay in Full & Save for Group Classes!
Secure your student’s spot in classes through June and enjoy special savings! Opt for our Pay in Full option to receive 1 month of free tuition plus a complimentary costume! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to invest in your child’s growth while enjoying great benefits! If you are interested in this option, please email our office manager at [email protected] for more details.
APA Halloween Shirts Are Back!
Interested in purchasing our APA dance and/or music t-shirt option for Halloween? Click below to check out our cute skeleton designs, and order. Orders are due by Saturday, September 21st.
Order HERE!
Order Kringle Fundraiser:
Optional APA Racine Danish Kringle Fundraiser: Earn money for your APA tuition or attire! Your profit earned goes into your individual APA account and will not expire! Our Kringle Fundraiser form will be handed out in the studios this week. It is due Saturday, September 28th. If you are interested, you may start selling right away! The cost to purchase a Kringle is $12 and you will earn $3 per Kringle sold.
Order Form Due Date – Saturday, September 28th. Wherever you drop off your form is where you need to pick up your orders!
Pick Up Date @ Franklin – Thursday, October 17th 3pm-6:30pm
Pick Up Date @ Oak Creek – Friday, October 18th 3pm-6:30pm
👉Get the form you can email to family/friends HERE
Apa Shirt contest!
Calling all Creative Students! APA is looking for your help to create our APA t-shirt for the year. This year we are giving out our t-shirts in November instead of at our end of the year recitals so our students can wear them throughout the school year. Put your creative spin on our criteria below. We are flexible on the t-shirt color! We are looking for 2 colors to be used for the design. Dance, music and theatre must be incorporated in the design. Our contest winner will receive a $30 boutique gift card! All entries must be due by Saturday, September 28th. (hand-drawn images or computer designs are allowed)
👉 Upload your completed image by clicking HERE.
Fall/Winter Musicals!
Does your child love acting and singing? Audition on Wednesday, September 25th for one of the following Musicals that will be performed in January.
Leap Day – 30 min. Production
for students ages 6-10 years old
Addams Family Jr. – 60 min. Production
for students ages 11-18 years old
If your child is looking to prepare for our auditions, please sign-up for one of our workshops on Wednesday, September 18th.
For all details on prep workshops, auditions, regular class days/times etc:
Signup HERE
Day-Time Private Piano or Voice!
NEW Fall Lessons! Are you a homeschooler or a parent with preschool children? APA now has NEW Day-Time lessons for piano or voice students this Fall! Take a look at our Fall Music schedule on our website to enroll.
Signup HERE
Poms for Purchase:
Students enrolled in Poms classes are required to purchase their own poms to take to and from class for practice and also to perform in our recital. A set of poms is $30 – they may reuse poms from the previous year. To place an order, please see our front desk.
Dance Student Assistants:
You may notice a student assistant, along with the instructor, in our younger classes. Larger classes will have a student assistant helping the instructor and the students. Our student assistants are ages 10 and older. We would like to thank all of our assistants for committing to our schedule for this year.
Dance Recital Costumes charged October 15th:
APA will auto-charge your account on file for your costume/tights package UNLESS you inform us BEFORE 10/14 that your dancer will NOT be participating in our Winter show on 12/14. Costume pricing is listed on your registration form and newsletter. Please see our front desk by 10/14 if you want to use a different form of payment.
For all information on our costumes/show dates and classes NOT charged, please click HERE. Our website will be updated mid-October with more details on showcase times/costume pictures etc.
Music Concert Dates:
Click HERE for all information regarding our upcoming performances. More information will be released in November. **Please note: Music concerts and other important APA dates, including when we are closed for holidays, can all be found on the APA calendar.
Private Music Lesson Costs:
Our private musical lessons cost $115 per month for 30 minute lessons. This is 10 equal payments/monthly average for the 10 month session; APA closed dates are taken into account.
Purchasing Music Books:
When it is time to purchase music books for your private lesson, APA offers 2 easy options:
1.) We order your books for you. Your teacher will put in your book order through our music department. You will be charged a $3 service fee for this option.
2.) You can purchase books through another site or store of your choosing.
Student Absences:
If your student is missing a lot of classes prior to an upcoming performance, please make sure they are practicing at home. If a student does not know their music piece, our teachers may ask that those students do not participate in our shows.
Music Lesson Makeup Policy:
APA Private Music Lessons have a specific makeup policy. Parents, please READ.
👉Click HERE to view the makeup policy.
Welcome Back APA Theatre Students!
We’re thrilled to kick off another exciting season in the APA Theatre Department! This year promises to be full of creativity, growth, and unforgettable moments on stage. As we dive into rehearsals and classes, we encourage each of you to come ready to work hard, collaborate with your peers, and embrace every opportunity to learn and shine. Let’s make this season not only productive but also a ton of fun!
We’re excited to see what this season will bring and can’t wait to create something amazing together. Let’s make it a great one!
Break a leg!
-Miss Rachel
Fall/Winter musicals!
These are production-based classes. Our Casts will meet October-January on Wednesdays and Fridays in Oak Creek, and will have 2 performances each on January 25th.
“Leap Day, a new children’s musical” for ages 6-10!
Every Leap Day, the Days of the Week have a day off and celebrate with a huge party at the House of Father Time. However, this Leap Day, nothing goes as planned. The Days feel overworked, demanding an 8th day be added to the week. Tuesday and Friday’s friendship is not what it used to be. And Mother Nature makes a surprising appearance which puts everyone on edge!
👉Leap Day Sign up & Audition Details HERE!
“Addams Family: Young@part” for ages 11-18
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
👉Addams Family Sign up & Audition Details HERE!
Fall Group Music & Theatre Classes:
Drama Club (Ages 11+): Perfect for those looking to dive deeper into acting and stagecraft. The Drama Club will be putting on a play this season, giving participants an opportunity to perform in the December Theatre Performance. This class meets on Fridays 4-5pm in Oak Creek. Enroll for this classes here
Musical Theatre: For older students (as young as 9 with show performance experience) looking to refine their musical theatre skills. This advanced class offers a challenging and rewarding experience. We’ll prepare for a special performance that reflects the winter season, providing a unique opportunity to showcase student growth and talent for the December Theatre performance. Enroll for this classes here
Drama Jr. & Musical Theatre Jr. ages 6-11: These 6-week sessions are the ideal introduction for younger performers who want to explore the world of theatre. They provide a supportive environment where students can build confidence, develop new skills, and make lifelong friendships. These sessions end in an in-class performance for friends and family that is based on the session theme. Enroll here:
DRESS CODE EXPECTATIONS:
*quick reminder below about our dress code to ensure everyone is prepared for class:
Drama and Drama Jr.:
Please come dressed ready to move. Make sure your clothing fits properly to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions during scene work and acting exercises. Additionally, please wear or bring a pair of sneakers to change into. Crocs/sandals, heavy boots, and snowboots are not permitted for safety reasons.
Musical Theatre and Musical Theatre Jr.:
Please come dressed ready to move, ensuring your clothing fits properly to prevent wardrobe issues while sitting, dancing, or stretching. Please wear athletic shoes, or bring a pair of jazz shoes to change into. Crocs/sandals, heavy boots, and snow boots are not permitted for safety reasons.
Important Reminders:
Newsletters:
Our monthly newsletter will be emailed out to APA families at the beginning of every month. It is also posted on our website at www.academywi.com/blogs. IF you previously opted out of receiving our emails, you will NOT receive any new emails from us. If you need assistance in opting back in to receive our emails, please contact our front desk.
Automatic Withdrawals for Tuition:
Payments will occur on the 15th of every month starting with September 15th for your October tuition payment. Your last payment will be on May 15th. Please remember we do not prorate tuition for months with fewer classes. This is a 10-month program that we divide into 10 equal payments no matter how many classes there are in a month.
Text Messaging:
In order to better relay important information to you, specifically for weather-related emergencies, please opt-in to receive text messages. You’ll also be the first to know about events and special offers! Text “APA” to 414-240-8458.
License Plate Winner:
Congrats to license plate 655-KVU. One of our staff members spotted your APA window sticker while driving! Please contact the front desk so we know who you are and you will receive a $50 tuition credit. To participate, grab a FREE APA window sticker at the desk!
Member Accounts:
You can see what your account has been charged, enroll in classes, etc. by going to our Member Log-In section on our website www.academywi.com. Every family has their own account. Your username is the email address you gave us. If you need to update your email address, please contact us.
Facebook & Instagram: Interact with APA on social media!
We have fun contests, photos from classes, and more on both our Facebook and Instagram pages. Click here to join us on Facebook and here to follow us on Instagram!
Referral Program:
Share us with a friend! When a new family registers and mentions your name, you will EACH receive a $50 tuition credit. The credit will be automatically put into your APA account after the new family has paid for 2 months of enrollment. There is no limit to the number of families you can refer to APA!
See You On The Stage!
