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Your Child's Spotlight: Performing Arts Programs in Scottsdale, AZ
Art and Sol has been nurturing young talent in the performing arts for over two decades. Founded in 2000, our mission is to create an inclusive environment where children in grades K-10 develop confidence, creativity, and technical skills through musical theater. Our three annual sessions combine professional instruction with hands-on experience, culminating in full-scale productions that showcase each child's unique abilities. With locations in Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Central Phoenix, we provide structured yet joyful learning opportunities that extend beyond the stage.Our team of certified educators and industry professionals ensures every participant receives personalized attention while mastering acting techniques, vocal performance, and dance choreography. We maintain a 100% casting guarantee for all registered students, emphasizing character development and collaborative artistry. Through summer camps, workshops, and performance training, we cultivate lifelong appreciation for the arts while fostering social connections among young performers.
Services
After-School Workshops
Summer Camps
Musical Productions
Audition Coaching
Performance Training
Highlights and features
- We guarantee every registered child a role in our productions
- Our staff includes certified music educators and theater professionals
- 23 years of proven success developing young performers
- We offer audition workshops to build confidence and technique
- Three convenient locations serving Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Phoenix
What people say
Acquired a skill and confidence
Loved it
Glowing all weekend
Wonderful and safe place
Want to do this forever
Services
After-School Workshops
Structured weekly sessions teach acting techniques, vocal training, and dance choreography to students K-10th grade. Our curriculum emphasizes character development and stage presence while preparing participants for full-scale productions. Each workshop culminates in performance opportunities that showcase technical growth and creative expression.
Summer Camps
Intensive summer training combines musical theater instruction with performance preparation. Campers receive vocal coaching, dance instruction, and acting workshops while rehearsing for end-of-season productions. The program fosters creativity and collaboration through immersive arts education experiences in a supportive environment.
Musical Productions
Professional-level theater productions featuring all registered students in speaking and singing roles. Each season includes major musicals like 'High School Musical Jr.' and 'Beauty and the Beast Jr.'. Participants learn technical theater aspects while performing in fully staged productions with costumes, sets, and live accompaniment.
Audition Coaching
Specialized workshops teach audition techniques including monologue delivery, vocal presentation, and stage projection. Instructors provide personalized feedback to help students confidently pursue lead roles. The program prepares children for casting success while building overall performance skills applicable to all theater experiences.
Performance Training
Comprehensive training develops core theater skills through structured instruction in acting, singing, and dance. Students receive technical guidance from industry professionals while building stagecraft knowledge. The program emphasizes artistic growth through progressive skill development and practical performance applications.
People
Renee Werkheiser
Director
Founder of Art and Sol with 23 years of experience developing youth theater programs. Former classroom teacher who transitioned to full-time arts education, growing the program to serve over 300 children per session across three locations.
Christine Enzor
Vocal Director
Music educator with degrees from Marywood University and extensive performance experience including Carnegie Hall appearances. Former Phoenix Elementary School District choir director bringing 9 years of public school teaching expertise to vocal instruction.
Amanda Bagley
Vocal Director
Music educator with Master's degree in Musical Theatre Performance from ASU. Former performing arts school teacher with extensive experience in children's theater productions and summer camp direction.
Tyler Tvrdy
Music Director
National Board Certified teacher with University of Missouri vocal music education background. International teaching experience in Bahrain and current Deer Valley Unified School District instructor specializing in K-8 music education.
Jenny Lynne Iverson
Assistant Director
15-year Arizona theater veteran with Zoni Award-winning choreography credentials. Experienced in teaching and directing all age groups, from youth workshops to adult performance teams, with expertise in multiple dance disciplines.
Questions
What age groups participate in Art and Sol programs?
Our programs serve children from Kindergarten through 10th grade, with specific class divisions for K-3rd grades and 4th-10th grades.
Do all children get cast in productions?
Yes! Every registered participant receives a role in our musical productions, with ensemble parts guaranteed even for non-auditioning students.
Are auditions required for participation?
Auditions are optional except for lead roles. We provide audition workshops to help children prepare, but all registered students receive parts regardless of audition participation.
What locations offer Art and Sol programs?
We operate in three Phoenix metro locations: Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Central Phoenix with multiple class options at each location.
How long are the program sessions?
Our standard sessions run approximately 14 weeks, culminating in full-scale musical productions performed in professional theater venues.
What performance opportunities exist beyond main shows?
Students participate in showcase events, workshop performances, and community outreach opportunities in addition to our primary musical productions each season.
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Reviews (3)
Alison Meyer
Jul 22, 2021
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Super fun! The staff are nice, welcoming, and help the kids put on a real, top notch show. Kids are always pumped after coming back from lessons. 5 stars
Demi Demi
Dec 28, 2019
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They are just more than amazing!!!! My child played in the FROZEN play and everything from the weekly teaching to rehearsal to the final performance was just PERFECT!!!!! Renee is just an amazing teacher!!!!!
Anita Shah
Nov 17, 2019
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Art and Sol is a wonderful organization that makes it possible for kids to explore their theatrical talent in a safe and nourishing environment. My daughter recently participated in a production with Art and Sol and had a very positive experience. The staff is very caring and talented. The owner Renee has a very warm and positive attitude towards acting And singing. The students feel comfortable enough to make mistakes but vested enough to do their best. My daughter has been part of other productions where there is a lot of yelling at little kids. Thats not the case with Art and Sol. We like
