Learn & Perform Your Favorite Broadway Songs

A fully staged Broadway scenes class for adults of all experience levels in Noe Valley, San Francisco. November 4th - December 19th 2026.

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This program is made for YOU.

No experience in dance, singing, or acting is required. Ensemble & lead role opportunities.

Our schedule is built for busy adults.

This curriculum is built to be educational- with ensemble and lead roles so that everyone is welcome and challenged at their level.

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“This group has been amazing, truly life changing.”

Anunya, The Art of Singing

“The positive energy and acceptance in the group is amazing, I love connecting with others in my community…”

Dylan, Community Sing

2026 Holiday Session

  • REHEARSALS

    Rehearsals will take place on a collection of Mondays and Wednesdays + 2 Sundays. See full rehearsal schedule below.

  • PERFORMANCES

    The performance number(s) for the holiday show will be announced after registration. Performances will be December 18th at 7:00PM and December 19th at 8:00PM as part of the DAMATO Holiday Show at our home location, Bethany United Methodist Church.

  • BLACK BOX STYLE THEATER

    DAMATO’s Broadway Performance Lab is focused primarily on developing excellence in singing, acting, and dancing. Therefore, performances for this class are NOT fully costumed / designed- they use props, furniture, and accessories from our collection. Join the Mainstage Musical for a full production experience.

See the Full Rehearsal Schedule

Your Instructors

  • Brennan Pickman-Thoon

    DIRECTOR

    DAMATO Resident Director | Actor’s Equity Member | New York University's Tisch School of the Arts BFA in Drama | SFBATCC Winner: Actor In A Leading Role

  • Jack Wilkins

    MUSIC DIRECTOR

    DAMATO Broadway Labs Music Director | SF Symphony Chorus | SF Opera Chorus | Songbird City Choir Founder & Director | SAG-AFTRA Member | Tenor Soloist

  • McKenna Troy

    VOCAL COACH

    DAMATO Founder & Director | International operatic soprano | Northwestern University BMus in Voice & Opera Performance | Member, Vocology in Practice | Member, National Association for Teachers of Singing

  • Kathryn Aarons

    (ONLY SOME SESSIONS) CHOREOGRAPHER

    DAMATO Resident Choreographer | Actor’s Equity Member | BA in Musical Theatre from California State University | Experienced Dance Captain | Dance study at Steps & BDC, NYC.  

Full Faculty Biographies

How it works

  • Classes 1-3: Kickoff & Fundamentals

    Kickoff rehearsal, scene connection activities, fundamentals musical theater vocals technique intensive, first scene rehearsal, and acting class.

  • Classes 4-8: Rehearsals & Learning

    Once (occasionally twice) a week rehearsal in your scenes with a teaching director & music director.

  • Final Week: Dress Rehearsal & Performance

    Full Company Dress Rehearsal on Monday + Family/Friend Performances on Friday and Saturday.

This program is perfect for you if…

  • You want community that feels genuine, warm, and judgment-free

    You’re looking for people who show up with kindness and joy. DAMATO prides itself in creating a community where you can look forward to every week, without cliques or a competitive culture.

    Find Your Community

  • You miss the version of yourself who loved performing

    Life as an adult can get full, but your pull toward performing and creativity never disappeared. This is an easy, structured way to get back to performing without feeling rusty, intimidated, or out of place.

    Find Your Artistry Again

  • You’ve always wanted to try musical theatre, but fear being the only beginner

    You want step-by-step teaching, adult-paced learning, and an environment where it’s safe not to know anything yet. This is where enthusiasm and a willingness to learn matters more than experience.

    Be a Part of Our Theater

  • You want to challenge yourself and get better, not just join a relaxed hobbyist group

    You want to improve your singing, acting, vocal technique, or confidence — and you want a professional team that can get you audition-ready.

    Become a Better Performer

What’s Included

• Professional direction & coaching

• A supportive learning environment

• Technical / Dress rehearsal

• Two final performances

• DAMATO Musical theater vocals technique intensive to record and keep

• Acting technique workshop in class one.

FAQs

  • No. Many performers in this program are returning after years away or are building skills for the first time. Everything is taught step by step, and ensemble roles never require an audition.

  • Yes. This cast is made up of adult performers who love musical theater—some casual, some ambitious, all welcoming. You’ll be part of a group that grows together, not a competitive environment.

  • That’s extremely common. The rehearsal process is structured, clear, and supportive, so you always know what we’re working on and how to improve without pressure. Everyone on our team and in our cast is incredibly supportive and friendly, (:

  • You’re welcome here. Everything—from music to staging to character work—is taught clearly and intentionally, with coaching designed for adult learners.

  • We encourage adults of all ages to join- 18 - 100! Everyone is there because they genuinely love musical theater and want to connect with eachother.

  • We record all blocking and choreography and upload it to a shared Google Drive you can review anytime. We strongly ask that you do not have more than one absence.

    We will ask for conflicts before rehearsals start to clarify your availability in advance.

  • Auditions for lead/featured roles happen after you enroll. Registered students receive an email with an easy cut of one or two songs to record and send in a video so we can get a sense of your voice. There are no refunds based on casting.

Have any other questions? Wondering if the program is a good fit for you? We’re happy to chat.

Cost a concern? Apply for one of our two 50% scholarships at this link. (for students with demonstrated financial need and a compelling application)

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