The Mozingo Music Fine Arts Academy provides St. Louis Metro Area Students a unique environment in which to enrich their fine arts education and broaden their performance opportunities and experience.

The concept of the Mozingo Music Fine Arts Academy grew out of our desire to provide an opportunity and a level of support necessary to challenge, motivate and empower students to fully explore their interest in the arts. To bring our vision of MMFAA to life, Mozingo Music invited Wendi Dicken to develop our curriculum, ensuring it would be available to – but not limited to – home-schooled youth. Through her efforts, MMFAA has offered classes since the Fall of 2011.

2012 Summer Schedule @ The Stage

Little Starz Presents ‘Cinderella’
Little Starz productions are geared toward (but not limited to) grades 1st – 4th. If your little one has an interest in acting and singing, bring them to us! No auditions necessary. Cost: $100 for 2 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 ¼ hours each) & performance.
Schedule:
Monday – Thursday 10:00am – 11:15am (each day) June 18th – June 28th Instructor: Sarah Wee	Dress Rehearsal: TBD	Performances: Saturday, June 30th at 2:00pm The Stage

CenterStage Presents ‘A Little Bit of Show Biz’ and ‘How to Become a Pirate’
CenterStage productions are geared toward (but not limited to) middle school students, grades 5th – 7th. Give your child the option to gain experience now! Cast by auditions open to the public. Cost: $80 for 6 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 ½ hours each) & performance. for audition info, click here
Schedule:
Tuesdays 5:45pm – 7:15pm May 29th – July 10th Instructor: Cindy Kessler	Dress Rehearsal: TBD	Performances: Friday, July 13th, time TBD Saturday, July 14th, time TBD

MainStage Presents ‘Godspell Jr’
MainStage productions are geared toward (but not limited to) high school students, grades 8th – 12th. Showcase your talent with students from all over the local area. Cast by auditions open to the public. Cost: $90 for 7 weeks of instruction (approx. 3 hours total) & performance. for audition info, click here
Schedule:
Tuesdays 4:00pm – 5:30pm AND Thursdays 11:30am – 1:00pm May 29th – July 19th Instructor: Wendi Dicken	Dress Rehearsal: TBD	Performances: Friday, July 20th, time TBD Saturday, July 21st, time TBD

MainStage Theatre Workshop Presents ‘My Hero’ (a St. Louis Premier)
MainStage Theatre Workshop productions are geared toward (but not limited to) high school students grades 10th – 12th and adults. Join our community of performers in what will be an unforgettable premiere of Aaron Latina’s new musical! Cast by auditions open to the public. Cost: $90 for 7 weeks of instruction (approx. 3 ½ hours each) & performance. for audition info, click here
Schedule:
Tuesdays 7:30pm – 9:30pm AND Saturdays 5:30pm – 7:00pm June 12th – August 4th Instructor: Wendi Dicken	Dress Rehearsal/1st Read Thru: Saturday, June 9th at 7:00pm	Performances: TBD (early August)

Music Theory 101
Music Theory 101 will explore the foundations of Western Tonal Harmony. Topics will include elements of pitch, rhythm and harmony; Music Theory 101 will enhance each students musicianship and understanding of music notation and language. No prior training, experience, or knowledge of notation is required. This comprehensive class will encourage participation to develop your understanding of the notation of the staff, major scales, major key signatures, circle of fifths, enharmonic pitches, accidentals, scale degree names, intervals, inversion of intervals, rhythm, durations symbols, tempo, meter, beat, simple and compound time signatures, triads, seventh chords, inversion symbols and figured bass, lead sheet symbols, minor scales, diatonic triads in major and minor keys, diatonic seventh chords in major and minor keys, dominant and tonic relationships, cadences, simple chord progressions, and harmonizing a melody. Cost: $72 for 6 weeks of instruction (1 hour each). Instructional book not included.
Schedule:
Thursdays 1:30pm – 2:30pm June 7th – July 19th Note: no class July 5th Instructor: Ryan Lang

2012 Spring Schedule @ The Stage

Fundamentals of Broadway Tap for Singers
Fundamentals of Broadway Tap for Singers is a dance class geared toward (but not limited to) high school students – adults. No audition required. Beginners are welcome to sign up. Basic to intermediate techniques of Broadway Style Tap is presented to boost dancing skills for musical theater. This class is a “must” for anyone who likes to perform on stage or is considering pursuing a degree in performance arts. Cost: $72 for 6 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 hour each).
Schedule:
Tuesdays 10:00am – 10:50pm March 22nd – May 3rd Note: no class March 29th Instructor: Alex Stone	Dress Rehearsal: N/A	Performances: N/A

Fundamentals of Jazz for Singers
Fundamentals of Jazz for Singers is a dance class geared toward (but not limited to) high school students – adults. No audition required. Beginners are welcome to sign up. Basic to intermediate techniques of Jazz Style Tap is presented to boost dancing skills for musical theater. This class is a “must” for anyone who likes to perform on stage or is considering pursuing a degree in performance arts. Cost: $72 for 6 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 hour each).
Schedule:
Tuesdays 11:00am – 11:50pm March 22nd – May 3rd Note: no class March 29th Instructor: Alex Stone	Dress Rehearsal: N/A	Performances: N/A

CenterStage Presents ‘Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr’
CenterStage productions are geared toward (but not limited to) middle school students, ages 8 – 8th grade. Give your child the option to gain experience now! Cast by auditions open to the public. Cost: $80 for 12 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 ½ hours each) & performance.
Schedule:
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 7:00pm January 17th – April 17th Instructor: Cindy Kessler	Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, April 19th, time TBD	Performances: Friday, April 20th at 5:30pm Sunday, April 21st at 2:00pm StoneBridge Community Church

MainStage Presents ‘Into the Woods’
MainStage porductions are geared toward (but not limited to) high school students, grades 8th – 12th. Showcase your talent with students from all over the local area. Cast by auditions open to the public. Cost: $90 for 12 weeks of instruction (approx. 2 hours each) & performance.
Schedule:
Tuesdays 7:15pm – 9:30pm January 17th – April 17th Instructor: Wendi Dicken	Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, April 19th, time TBD	Performances: Friday, April 20th at 7:30pm Sunday, April 21st at 7:30pm StoneBridge Community Church

Vocal Fusion Ensemble
Vocal Fusion is a small vocal ensemble open to singers (8th grade – adult). The focus of this ensemble will be to learn and perform a variety of musical styles. No auditions necessary. Cost: $72 for 12 weeks of instruction (approx. 1 hour each) & performance.
Schedule:
Tuesdays 1:00pm – 2:00pm January 17th – April 17th Instructor: Wendi Dicken	Dress Rehearsal: N/A	Performances: N/A

Audition Information / Sign Up Now

MMFAA Summer Auditions are by appointment only

It’s easy to enroll:

All classes are taught by professionally trained music educators and performers. To schedule an appointment for an audition and sign up for a class (or if you have any questions), please contact Melissa Payton at (636) 300-9553 or info@mozingomusic.com.

• Auditions will be held on Tuesday (evening), May 1st & 8th.
• Movement Callbacks will be held on Saturday (afternoon), May 12th.
• Overflow dates (if needed) will be held on Friday, May 4th or Friday, May 11th.

Audition FAQs

Do I need to make an appointment to audition? Yes, auditions are made by appointment only. To schedule your audition, please contact Melissa Payton at (636) 300-9553 or info@mozingomusic.com.

Will I be expected to sing and act? Yes, please come prepared to sing at least 16 measures of music from memory. Music selection can be from any genre you choose. Please bring sheet music with you, as an accompanist is present at all auditions. All auditionees will also be asked to read a short excerpt from a script, so that we can get an idea of their acting ability.

What should I bring with me? Bring your sheet music, a one-page resume that lists your previous singing, performing, acting and dancing experience and a headshot photo. (The headshot does not need to be professional).

How long will my audition last? Each audition shouldn’t last more than 5-7 minutes. We are booking auditionees back-to-back so please be on time for your scheduled audition. If you miss your time, there are no guarantees that we can reschedule your audition.

What should I wear? If you are scheduled for a singing audition, please look nice. Dress clothing is not required but jeans are not preferred. If you are scheduled for a dance callback, please wear something comfortable that you can move around in with ease.

After the auditions are finished, when will I be notified about being given a part in one of your musicals? Everyone who auditions will be notified via phone or email within one week of auditions.

What if I am beginner with no experience? Don’t worry, we welcome performers of all ages and all experience levels! Bring a friend and join in the fun!