Business Details
Professional Performing Arts Training for Aspiring Actors & Singers
Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio has been dedicated to nurturing talent in musical theatre, acting, and vocal performance for over 30 years. Founded by industry veteran Kevin Jones, our studio offers individualized training programs for children, teens, and adults preparing for professional theatre, college auditions, and film/television careers. Our curriculum integrates vocal technique, acting methodology, music theory, and audition strategies, supported by a proven track record of placing students in Broadway productions, national tours, and top-tier conservatories.With virtual coaching sessions available globally and in-person instruction in central Kansas, we combine decades of Broadway experience with personalized mentorship. Our alumni consistently achieve leading roles in entertainment and higher education, reflecting our commitment to technical excellence, artistic growth, and professional preparedness in a supportive, disciplined environment.
Services
Vocal Technique
Acting for Film/TV
Audition Preparation
Music Theory
Self-Taping Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of Broadway and international theatre experience in personalized coaching
- Our individualized curriculum prepares students for professional theatre and college auditions
- Virtual sessions available globally with FaceTime-compatible audition material library
- 98% student success rate in landing roles or acceptance to top theatre programs
- Alumni network includes Broadway performers, film actors, and conservatory graduates
What people say
Unleash my talent
Confidence in singing
Professional attitude
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Landed leading roles
Services
Vocal Technique
Our vocal technique program develops proper breathing, diaphragmatic support, and pitch control through personalized exercises. Students learn song interpretation, microphone techniques, and performance delivery while building vocal stamina for auditions and professional engagements. This training prepares performers for both live theatre and studio recording environments.
Acting for Film/TV
This program focuses on camera-specific techniques including cold-reading, on-set protocol, and authentic emotional delivery. Students practice monologue work, scene study, and self-taping while learning industry standards for film and television auditions. The curriculum emphasizes character development and technical precision for screen performances.
Audition Preparation
Our audition preparation service covers material selection, performance refinement, and industry expectations. Students receive guidance on headshot/resume presentation, callback techniques, and self-taping setup. The program emphasizes confidence-building and professional presentation to maximize success in competitive audition environments.
Music Theory
This comprehensive music theory program covers sight-singing, ear training, and harmonization techniques. Students develop skills in musical analysis, score reading, and vocal arrangement while understanding historical context in musical theatre repertoire. The curriculum supports both solo performance and ensemble work requirements.
Self-Taping Sessions
Our self-taping service provides professional equipment and guidance for creating high-quality audition submissions. Students learn proper lighting, framing, and technical setup while receiving performance coaching for film/TV auditions. This service includes access to industry-standard platforms like Actors Access for seamless submission processes.
People
Kevin Jones
Founder & Artistic Director
With 30+ years in professional theatre, Kevin has trained hundreds of actors for Broadway, film, and top conservatories. A former Broadway performer and musical director, he developed KJPAS's individualized curriculum emphasizing technical excellence and career preparation.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer training for children, teens, and adults at all experience levels preparing for professional theatre or college programs.
Do you offer virtual lessons?
Yes, we provide FaceTime coaching sessions globally with access to our audition material library for remote students.
How do you prepare students for auditions?
Our program includes material selection, performance coaching, self-taping setup, and industry-standard presentation techniques for live and virtual auditions.
What's your success rate?
98% of coached students land roles in productions or gain acceptance to competitive theatre programs, with many achieving leading roles.
Where are your in-person lessons held?
In-person instruction occurs in McPherson, Kansas. Our residential summer intensives previously operated in Virginia for 27 years.
What styles do you teach?
Our curriculum covers musical theatre, classical acting, film/TV techniques, and contemporary performance styles with historical context.