Join the Cast of
Your Favorite Broadway Songs
A fully staged Broadway scenes performance for adults of all experience levels in Noe Valley, San Francisco
APRIL 26th - JUNE 13th 2026
No experience required to join | No audition required | Professional production & education team
We’d love to have you in our Spring 2026 Production
What our singers say about training at DAMATO
“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
Our Spring 2026 Numbers
La Vie Boheme Rent
2 Sundays + 5 Wednesdays 6:30 ~ 8:00PM (STAGING, LESS DANCE)
Nonstop Hamilton
2 Sundays + 5 Wednesdays 6:30 ~ 8:00PM (STAGING, LESS DANCE)
All That Jazz Chicago
2 Wednesdays + 5 Mondays 7:30 - 9:00PM (DANCE)
What I Was Born to Do Bring it On
2 Wednesdays + 5 Mondays 6:00 - 7:30PM (DANCE)
The B*tch of Living Spring Awakening
2 Wednesdays + 5 Mondays 7:30 ~ 9:00PM (DANCE)
You Can’t Stop The Beat Hairspray
2 Wednesdays + 5 Mondays 6:00 - 7:30PM (DANCE)
Meet the Team
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Kathryn Aarons
PRODUCTION MANAGER + CHOREOGRAPHER
Kathryn is a performer, choreographer, and teaching artist from the Bay Area she earned her BA in Musical Theatre from California State University, Chico and moved to NYC after college and continued studying dance at Steps & BDC.
Kathryn is an Equity actress and has performed in numerous regional productions across the country, and has been lucky enough to serve as Dance Captain on a handful of them.
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Brennan Pickman-Thoon
DIRECTOR
Brennan is a director, actor, writer, teaching artist, and proud Bay Area native. He graduated with honors from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where he earned a BFA in Drama and trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.
As a teaching artist, Brennan is a faculty member with A.C.T. and a private acting coach, with a background in teaching everything from Shakespeare to Improvisation to On-Camera Acting to Devised Theater. SFBATCC Winner: Actor In A Leading Role. Member, AEA.
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Jack Wilkins
MUSIC DIRECTOR (MONDAYS)
Jack Wilkins is a singer and music educator originally from Watsonville, California. He performs with the San Francisco Symphony Chorus, San Francisco Opera Chorus, and Vox Humana SF. He sang on the soundtrack for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and performed most recently as the Baker in Pacific Opera Project’s Into the Woods.
Mr. Wilkins is the founding director of Songbird City Choir. He earned his bachelors in vocal performance from the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. -
McKenna Troy
PRODUCER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
McKenna is a full-time vocal coach with a national client base, trained in Vocal Performance at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music, and experienced performing across Europe and the U.S. She specializes in evidence-based vocal technique for adult singers and is known for her engaging teaching style.
When not vocal coaching or music directing, McKenna serves as the founder and artistic director of DAMATO Performance School.
What’s Included
• Professional direction & coaching
A director, choreographer, and music director who teach with clarity, structure, and care.
• A warm, supportive community
You’ll never be expected to “already know.” We teach everything.
• Technical / Dress rehearsal in a professional theater
Four immersive technical rehearsals leading into performances.
• Two final performances June 12th & 13th
Share the stage with a cast of adults who have grown alongside you.
• Dancing or non dancing scenes
Accessible pacing, taught step-by-step with patience and clarity.
• Optional auditions for lead roles
If you want more stage time, please audition—we’re looking for talent.
This program is perfect for you if…
This scenes programs is designed for adults balancing work and life.
Rehearsals are structured, efficient, and communicated clearly. Choreography is taught accessibly and step-by-step. There is only one rehearsal a week.
There is plenty of rehearsal time to learn scenes thoroughly with time for review and extra help.
You never need prior experience to succeed here.
This program is designed for adults with real schedules, real responsibilities, and a real desire to prioritize art and community in their lives.
You Can Do This— Even with a Busy Schedule
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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.
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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.
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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, (:
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You’re welcome here. Everything—from music to staging to character work—is taught clearly and intentionally, with coaching designed for adult learners.
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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.
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We record all blocking and choreography and upload it to a shared Google Drive you can review anytime. We recommend you don’t have more than one absence.
We will ask for conflicts before rehearsals start to clarify your availability in advance.
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Auditions for lead/featured roles happen after you enroll. Registered performers receive audition signups and details a 2-3 weeks before rehearsals begin. You’ll get the audition cuts from the show as well as a description of what to expect. The process is very supportive, relaxed, and adult-friendly. There are no refunds based on casting.
FAQs
Have any other questions? Wondering if the program is a good fit for you? We’re happy to chat