Hi APA Families — Happy May!
As we wrap up our session and prepare for spring performances, we’re already looking ahead to next season and ways to continue improving.
One of the most helpful ways you can support us is by completing our year-end survey after performances. We truly value your feedback and review every response to help shape the future of APA.
If you have any questions, we’re here to help—feel free to call, email, stop by, or text us at 414-441-4629.
Thank you for being part of the APA family—we can’t wait to celebrate your performers this spring!
May Value: Exceed Expectations
Expectations matter in the classroom and beyond. Encouraging students to exceed them builds a strong foundation for success in the arts and in life.
What’s Coming Up @ APA in May:
- April 27th-May 3rd: Group Class VIP September Registration Opens
- May 11th: Tickets on Sale for ALL June shows at APA
- May 11th-16th: Parent Observation Week (last 15 min. of dance class)
- May 16th – 17th: Competitive Team Auditions
- May 16th: Princess Ballerina Dance Party @ NSDS Franklin
- May 25th: APA Closed for Memorial Day
What’s Coming Up @ APA in June:
- June 5th: Friday Drama Club, Musical Theatre, Rising Stars Class Spring Performance @ Saber Center
- June 6th-7th: APA Music Concerts & “Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr.” @ Saber Center
- June 8th: Musical Theatre Workshop @ APA Franklin
- June 14th: “Matilda the Musical Jr.” Auditions @ APA Franklin
- June 15th: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL YEAR CLASSES
- June 16-18th: Dance Dress Rehearsals/Pictures @ APA Oak Creek
- June 19th: Competitive Team Showcase @ OCPAEC
- June 20th: APA Spring Dance Showcase @ OCPAEC
- June 23: Matilda Jr. Rehearsals Start
- June 29th: Summer Session I Starts
Want to see future dates @ APA? Check out our APA Calendar!
Fall Registration is OPEN — Enroll Now!
VIP Week for Current Families ends May 3rd.
VIP WEEK (April 27 – May 3) — CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY
Current families get first dibs on classes for the 2026-27 season + other great perks on group classes! Take advantage of our biggest savings of the year and gets these perks on any group classes:
- 50% off your Membership Fee (recreational classes only)
• Free recital t-shirt (student names printed on the back)
• Priority seating and ticket selection for Winter 2026 and Spring 2027 DANCE showcases
*Sale excludes private lessons & 6 week sessions.
→ Secure your spot today:
Click HERE to register through your parent portal
Registration Tip:
Log in using your email address to register for classes. You can reset your password if needed. Use the filter icon to sort by program.
Public Registration Begins May 4th
May 4th–31st Special Offer – Use promo code FALL26 to receive:
- 25% off your Membership Fee
(Not valid on mini-sessions, private lessons, or competitive teams unless also enrolled in a group class) - $20 off dress code items
(This will be stored on your account for future use)
This offer is available for both new and returning members.
Be sure to enter FALL26 at checkout to apply your discount.
We look forward to seeing you this fall.
Princess Ballerina Dance Party @ Next Step Dance
May 16th @ 12:30-1:30 pm
$25 includes craft and gift *Space is limited so sign up fast!
Filled with an introduction to dance, crafts, games and choreography. Dancers come in your favorite whimsical outfit or comfortable clothes you can dance in. Dancers will star in an end-of-the-camp performance that the parents can watch. Parents come into class the last 5 minutes of class for performance.
→ Click HERE to register!
Summer Musical: “Matilda the Musical Jr.”
June 23rd – August 12th
Calling all performers ages 6-18! Join us for “Matilda the Musical Jr.” a heartwarming musical adventure filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable music!
Early Bird Pricing End May 15th!
Auditions are Sunday, June 14th!
*This is a closed casting call; you must sign up for the show first, then attend the audition!
→ For all of the details, click HERE !
Fall Group Theatre Classes!
This upcoming school year, we will continue to offer group theatre classes (Musical Theatre & Drama). With some of these classes now available as convenient 6 Weeks Mini Sessions! Please click the link below for more information and to sign up for our group theatre & music classes.
→ See The Classes HERE!
Competitive Team Auditions for 2026-2027 Teams
(Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical and Contemporary):
Auditions will be held the weekend of May 16th-17th. More details will be available in mid-April.
Click HERE to be on our list to receive our try-out details as soon as it is available!
4th of July Parade Kiddie Clinic:
Join our fun-filled kiddie clinic where dancers (ages 7+, all levels) will learn a choreographed routine to perform in the Oak Creek 4th of July Parade! Dancers will learn their routine via video from our expert instructor, Miss Heather, and receive a 1-hour long rehearsal before the event at our Oak Creek studio. Participants will receive an exclusive 4th of July APA shirt and red, white, and blue poms!
Under 7 years old? We have an opportunity for you to participate as well. Details found in the registration form below!
→Don’t miss this chance to shine and celebrate! Register HERE
Automatic Tuition Withdrawals
Please note that automatic withdrawals for tuition will stop after May 15th unless you sign up for our fall session.
Exciting Updates from APA Theatre:
Get ready for an incredible Spring & Summer!
Spring Performances – Save the Dates:
We are excited to announce our upcoming Spring Performances! These will be ticketed events, and ticket sale dates will be announced soon. We encourage families to invite friends and extended family to come support our performers.
Tickets go on sale Monday, May 11th at 10am by visiting: https://29869.danceticketing.com/r/events/
Please mark your calendars and plan to join us in celebrating our performers
Friday Drama Club, Musical Theatre Class, and Rising Stars Spring Performance
All Student Dress Rehearsal: 4:30 PM
Friday, June 5th Show Time: 6:30 PM @ Franklin Saber Center
*costume and makeup needs will be communicated via teacher communications
Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. Production Dates
Thursday, June 4th 5:00-8:00 PM (mandatory tech/dress rehearsal)
Saturday, June 6th at 6:00 PM
Sunday, June 7th at 5:00 PM
Performances take place at the Franklin Saber Center
Make Their Day Extra Special!
Looking to pre-order flowers, slideshow messages, recital t-shirts or APA Merch to surprise your child with on their performance day? Click HERE to order! Items can be picked up from our concession table before and after each show!
Summer Musical: “Matilda the Musical Jr.”
June 23rd – August 12th
Calling all performers ages 6-18! Join us for “Matilda the Musical Jr.” a heartwarming musical adventure filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable music!
Auditions:
Sunday, June 14th @ APA Franklin – More details to come! All enrolled students are guaranteed a role! Auditions will determine casting before rehearsals begin.
Class/Rehearsal Schedule:
APA Oak Creek Location
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 12:00-3:00 PM
June 23rd – August 12th
Tech/Dress Rehearsals: August 13th & 14th (Exact dates/times TBD)
Performance Dates/Times: Saturday, August 15th @ 1pm & 6pm
Location: South Milwaukee PAC
Early Bird Pricing Ends May 15th!
→ For all of the details, click HERE!
Musical Theatre Intensive Workshops:
Monday, June 8th @ APA Franklin. Perfect for young performers looking to audition for “Matilda the Musical Jr.” or improve their skills.
Sign up on the Matila Page above!
Summer Theatre Classes / Workshops!
Not ready to commit to a full production like Matilda, but still want to build your theatre skills this summer? We’ve got you covered! Check out our flexible mini session classes like Stagecraft & Production Studio (learn behind-the-scenes skills like blocking, makeup, and directing), Summer Drama Club (scene work, improv, and performance), and fun options for younger students like Creative Drama and Musical Theatre Passport Series. These classes are a great way to grow confidence, creativity, and stage presence—without the full production commitment.
→ Click here to explore all class options and details!
Important Reminders:
Stay in the loop!
In addition to our PDF/Paper calendar – never miss an important date or event—subscribe to the new Digital APA Calendar!
Apple users: Add to Apple Calendar HERE (Open in Safari or Apple Mail for best results)
Google users: Add to Google Calendar HERE
It’s the easiest way to keep up with performances, breaks, and special events all year long!
Studio Birthday Parties
Celebrate with APA! Our sister studio, Next Step Dance Studio, is the official birthday party host for all APA studios—fun, stress-free parties led by trained instructors.
→ Learn more & book HERE
APA Spot the Sticker & Yard Sign Contest
Congratulations to license plate 903-JAH!
One of our staff spotted your APA window sticker. Please contact the front desk to claim your $50 tuition credit.
Want to join in? Pick up a FREE APA window sticker at the front desk for your chance to win!
Yard Sign Contest
- Grab a yard sign from the lobby at either location.
- Place it in your yard, snap a photo, and share it on Facebook or Instagram with #APAproud.
- Each month, we’ll randomly choose a winner to receive a $50 tuition credit. Winners are announced on our social platforms, and we’ll reach out on your post.
Yard signs are first come, first serve—don’t miss out!
Stay Connected with APA
Do we have your most up-to-date contact information? To be sure you receive important details—like winter performance times, ticket information, and class updates—please take a moment to check your account.
If you need to update your primary email address, contact phone number, or add another contact, click HERE to update your account.
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!
Earn Credits & Win an iPad Share APA with a friend and earn rewards!
- When a new family registers and mentions your name, you BOTH receive a $50 tuition credit.
- For every referral, your name is also entered into our APA Referral Raffle for a chance to win an iPad at the end of the season.
- Credits are applied after the new family has completed 2 months of enrollment.
- There’s no limit to the number of families you can refer!
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 or click HERE. 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.
