Wildcat Performing Arts Academy
The NMU Wildcat Performing Arts Academy offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and exposure in various arts disciplines such as dance, acting, vocal training, and theatre production. By providing a nurturing environment for artistic development, we aim to equip students with the skills and confidence necessary for success in the performing arts and beyond.
2027 Summer Intensives
Join us for two inspiring weeks of creativity at NMU WPAA's Summer Intensives - Musical Theatre, Dance, and Production and Design! Led by NMU Theatre & Dance Faculty and guest artists, students will participate in a wide variety of dynamic theatre, dance, and production design classes designed to challenge and inspire students of all levels. This is an ideal opportunity for students considering theatre or dance as a college major!
MUSICAL THEATRE | DANCE | PRODUCTION & DESIGN
Dates: June 18-30, 2027
Location: Northern Michigan University - 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
Age: Students 8th-12th Grade
WPAA Programming offered throughout the year:
- Wildcat Performing Arts Academy Intensive workshops and classes geared toward middle and high school students*
- These opportunities will have varying time commitments, from an hour long class to classes spanning a full day or full weekends as well as week-long intensive experiences.
- NMU TD Kids Pre-performance workshops geared toward youth ages 12 and younger
- An opportunity to engage with the company prior to the show, immersing yourself in the world of theater, dance, and music through interactive activities!
- Education Expeditions (School Outreach/Run-Outs)
- WPAA comes to your community: school, library, community center, theatre, find a space for us to join you!
- Doing a performance of a dance or theatre work with our students
- Providing 2-6 workshops encompassing theatre arts: dance, movement, voice, acting, production and more!
- Workshops can host up to 30 students per classroom/space
- WPAA comes to your community: school, library, community center, theatre, find a space for us to join you!
- Talk-back opportunities after select NMU Theatre and Dance productions
- Enjoy an after performance Q&A with the company and get to know the ins and outs of what went into a production!
Questions?
Email us at wpaa@nmu.edu