The MT Studio Lab (by ZVS)

Develop your voice. Strengthen your story. Own the stage.

A 15-week elite Musical Theatre training cohort for committed teen performers (ages 14–18).
Designed for young artists who want to grow beyond private lessons, The MT Studio Lab blends advanced vocal technique, acting through song, ensemble work, and artistic exploration to build confident, expressive Musical Theatre performers.

Students train in a collaborative, supportive environment where technique, creativity, and storytelling come together and where each performer is guided to step into their fullest artistic potential.

What Is The MT Studio Lab?

The MT Studio Lab is a selective, semester-long Musical Theatre program at Ziegenfuss Voice Studio. It provides a comprehensive MT experience for teens who are ready for a higher level of training and artistic development.

Through a blend of weekly group training and monthly one-on-one coaching sessions, students develop:

  • Strong, healthy functional voice technique

  • Deeper acting and storytelling skills

  • Ensemble singing ability (blend, harmony, style)

  • Confidence and presence on stage

  • A broad understanding of MT styles and genres

  • Performance skills through labs & a final showcase

This program also serves as a pathway into future advanced offerings, including the upcoming ZVS Performing Arts Academy

Tuition & Payment Plan

Founding Cohort Tuition: $1,350
(Full program value: $1,500 — Spring 2026 only)

Payment Plan:
5 monthly payments of $270 (January–May)

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January 5th – May 23rd, 2026

  • 15 total class sessions

  • 2 weeks off (aligned with local school breaks)

  • 3 built-in makeup class dates
    (reserved for illness, inclement weather, or unavoidable cancellations)

A detailed MT Studio Lab calendar will be provided upon enrollment.

Program Dates

Vocal Technique for Musical Theatre
Breath, resonance, mix, belt, legit, registration, and acoustic strategies for MT repertoire.

Acting Through Song + MT Storytelling
Lyric analysis, character work, interpretation, phrasing, movement, and emotional truth.

Ensemble Singing & Harmonization
Students learn, rehearse, and perform an ensemble number selected specifically for the cohort.

Performance Labs
Ongoing performance coaching in a supportive, small-group setting.

Audition Skills (Mini-Module)
A focused 2-week unit on:

  • Choosing effective cuts

  • Slating

  • Room presence

  • Mini mock audition experience

Alexander Technique for Performers
Tension release, breath coordination, alignment, and performance ease.

What Students Will Learn

Weekly Group Lab

Wednesdays at 4:30 PM
January 5 – May 23, 2026
5 total group sessions, plus 2 off-weeks and 3 built-in makeup dates.

Each session blends technique, acting, ensemble work, and performance coaching.

Monthly Private Coaching (5 sessions)

Each student receives a 20-minute one-on-one coaching session every month focused on:

  • Vocal technique

  • Repertoire development

  • Acting integration

  • Performance refinement

  • Showcase preparation

These check-ins ensure individualized growth within the group environment.

Guest Artist Masterclass

A visiting Musical Theatre educator or performer joins the cohort for a dedicated masterclass experience.

Final Showcase

The semester culminates in a studio showcase featuring:

  • Two polished solo pieces

  • One ensemble number

  • A celebration of the cohort’s artistic growth

Parents and family members are invited to attend.

Program Structure

The MT Studio Lab is ideal for teens who:

  • Love Musical Theatre

  • Perform in school or community productions

  • Want deeper, more structured training

  • Thrive in a collaborative group environment

  • Want to improve their singing, acting, and stage presence

  • Are preparing for advanced training or future Academy-level study

College audition interest is not required.

Students of all experience levels (within the 14–18 age range) are welcome to apply as long as they meet basic vocal readiness.

Who Is This Program For?

Graduates of The MT Studio Lab will be strong candidates for:

  • Advanced levels of the MT Studio Lab

  • Future summer MT intensives

  • The ZVS Performing Arts Academy (launching soon)

This program builds the technique, confidence, and artistic foundation needed for more rigorous Musical Theatre study.

A Pathway to Advanced Training

Enrollment

Space is extremely limited (6-8 students) to maintain individualized attention.
Students may enroll by application.

Basic vocal readiness and commitment expectations apply.

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