Join the Cast of of a Broadway Musical
A fully staged musical for adults of all experience levels in Noe Valley, San Francisco
No experience required to join | No audition required for the ensemble | Professional production & education team
We’d love to have you in our 2026 Cast
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
“I would come out of the weekly sessions in a happier and calmer state -so in some ways it’s therapeutic”
Shruti, The Art of Singing
Program Snapshot
Rehearsals:
Ensemble: Mondays 6:30 - 8:30.
Leads: Mondays + select Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30
Full Cast: Two Sunday intensives + Tech Week + Performances.
Performances: Friday March 27th & Saturday March 28th
Location: DAMATO Studio in Noe Valley, San Francisco
Skill Levels: All levels welcome, no experience required — you’ll be taught step by step
Auditions: Optional- for lead roles only
Environment: A supportive cast + structured coaching each week
Whether you’re stepping onstage for the first time or coming back after years— this workshop brings you into a real, fully staged production with coaching that’s professional, encouraging, and joyful.
You’ll learn the score. You’ll build choreography. You’ll rehearse with a cast and curriculum designed for working adults. You’ll perform Legally Blonde with lights, sound cues, costumes, and a cheering audience.
If you’ve ever thought “I’d love to be in a musical again” this is your moment.
What’s Included
• A fully mounted musical production
Costumes, staging, lights, and a full creative team guiding every moment.
• Professional direction & coaching
A director, choreographer, and music director who teach with clarity, structure, and care.
• Weekly rehearsals (1-2x a week for lead roles)
Focused sessions that build vocal, acting, and movement confidence.
• Two Sunday “bootcamp” rehearsals
Extended rehearsals to stage and refine major numbers.
• Tech week
Four immersive technical rehearsals leading into performances.
• Final performances in March 2026
Share the stage with a cast of adults who have grown alongside you.
• ‘I don’t dance’-friendly choreography
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.
• A warm, supportive community
You’ll never be expected to “already know.” We teach everything.
Meet the Team
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Kathryn Aarons
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
ENSEMBLE MUSIC DIRECTOR
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
LEAD MUSIC 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.
This program is perfect for you if…
This production is designed for adults balancing work and life.
Rehearsals are structured, efficient, and communicated clearly. Choreography is taught accessibly and step-by-step.
Occasional absences are manageable—we help you catch up.
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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Totally fine. Choreography is taught accessibly and built for a wide range of comfort levels. Plenty of our cast members have never danced before or consider themselves non dancers. Clear direction, scenes with different levels of dancing, and repetition mean you’ll always know what to do onstage.
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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 ensemble members keep absences to two or fewer if possible.
Lead performers will receive a conflict sheet at auditions to clarify their availability in advance.
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Auditions for lead/featured roles happen after you enroll, in the second week of January. Registered performers receive audition signups and details within 24 hours of registration. You’ll get 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- Send us an email.
The Only Musical Theater Program in SF that Combines High-Level Instruction with a Fully Staged Production
Tuition Includes
50 - 80 hours of instruction— depending on role size ($11 - $6 per hour of class)
6+ Sessions of group vocal coaching warmups and exercises — built of this course by your music directors (two full time vocal coaches).
15% off studio voice lessons / coaching
4 Creative professionals instructing you
2 Fully staged performances— lighting design, stage management, programs, theater rental
Community building and cast bonding activities built in to the rehearsal process.
Scholarships for adults with financial need available- Email us to learn more
Tier One: Sold Out
$549: Currently Enrolling
$183 / month- Pay Monthly Here
CLASS IS SOLD OUT
Registration tiers fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Our first tier filled record fast, so we recommend reserving your spot early.
Scholarships for adults with financial need available- Email us and you’ll hear back in 24 hours.
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