Thursdays
7 - 9 PM
Steve McBride
An introduction to reading music and understanding how it works—designed especially for actors and performers who want greater confidence with the musical side of theatre. Students will learn the fundamentals of rhythm, pitch, notation, key signatures, musical terminology, and score reading in a practical, approachable environment. Perfect for performers interested in musical theatre, choir, or vocal study, this course will help demystify sheet music, help you follow that crazy music director in rehearsal, and strengthen overall musicianship.
Unless otherwise indicated below, there are no formal prerequisites for this class—students of all experience levels are welcome! However, if you have no prior acting experience, we suggest taking Intro to Acting and/or Beginning Scene Study to introduce you to core techniques and help you build confidence in the fundamentals of acting.
6-15
* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available!
Students who complete this class often continue with:
Class availability varies by session. See our course catalog for current offerings.
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In Person
Summer II
16 in stock
Steve McBride
Steve McBride holds a Master of Music from Westminster Choir College of Rider University and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from West Chester University, with concentrations in voice, conducting, and organ. A versatile conductor, collaborative accompanist, and motivational educator, he has built a career centered on musical theatre, vocal performance, and arts education. Steve recently served as Music Director for Cabaret and Man of La Mancha at The Theatre Lab, and is an active music director and vocal coach throughout the Washington metropolitan area. He received the WATCH Award for Outstanding Music Direction for The Prom with Reston Community Players, Steve previously served as Choral Director at Langston Hughes Middle School in Fairfax County, Virginia, where he expanded the program from fewer than 50 students to nearly 200 in three years. He has also directed summer theatre intensives, workshops, and master classes, including work with OPERADelaware’s Summer Artist Program. In addition to his theatrical work, Steve has extensive experience in church music leadership, conducting, and concert production. He founded the Valley Forge Chorale, an auditioned concert ensemble that grew to more than 115 singers under his leadership.
