Important Dates & Calendar

Key Seasons, Holidays, and events

2025 Registration Deadlines

ANNUAL SESSION
​Friday August 22, 2025
All registrations and deposits must be complete by close of business on Friday, August 22, 2025.  The first installment of 9-month payment plans is due on August 30, 2025.
** late registrations MAY be accepted for SOME classes and is based on instruction progress at the time of the late entry.  Please contact the office for info based on your specifics via [email protected].

2025 Parent/Student Orientation (mandatory)

Monday August 18, 2025 from 5pm-8pm
​Explorers Session 5pm-6pm

• Performers In Training (PIT) Session - 6pm-7pm
• Pre-Professional Division Session (inc. WDC) - 7pm-8pm

WT staff will be on hand to provide a detailed overview of session and policy updates for the Fall/Spring session.  Teachers will be on hand to answer any class instruction-specific questions and remaining questions can be answered by staff.  Registration help will be provided.  This session is critical to make sure you are supplied with all pertinent information before classes begin.  Please let the office know if you are unable to make this session.

2025 WT Open House / Registration Help

WT Open House / Registration Help
August 19-22, 2025 from 5pm-7pm
Stop by if you need assistance registering for the fall/spring session.  Staff members will be on hand to assist.

2025/2026 FAMILY/STUDENT CALENDAR

Session Dates

WT Closures

Conservatory

Camps/Workshops

Shows/Events

Rehearsals/Tech

Teachers/Staff

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AUGUST 2025

4-8

WEEK 8 Summer Camp

4-7

TECH WEEK - Footloose TM

8-10

SHOW DATES - Footloose TM

11-15

WEEK 9 Summer Camp

13

ALL Teachers/Staff Meeting (6pm-8pm)

18

Parent/Student Orientation (5pm-8pm)

19-22

Open House/Final Registrations (5-7pm)

22

Registration deadline for class ​

25

 First Day of Fall/Spring Session​

30-31

Community Event - AACF Raleigh (2:00pm)

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SEPTEMBER 2025

1

Labor Day Holiday (CLOSED)​

5-7

Auditions - NUTCRACKER

12-14

WT PLAYer’s Annual Retreat (Triangle Inst.)

20

Community Event - DAC Center- Fest

20

Community Event - Anika James Celebration

21

Table Read/Master Class - NUTCRACKER

22

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​

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OCTOBER 2025

8

Early Release

12

Master Class - NUTCRACKER (2-5pm)

17

WCT HOMECOMING - Southern Soul Party

18

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - TWENTY-FIVE

19

WCT HOMECOMING - Brunch/Film Viewing

24-26

SHOWSTOPPER Convention - Myrtle Beach

27

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​

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NOVEMBER 2025

4

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​

11

Veterans Day Holiday (CLOSED)​

22

Fall Session Ends

24-28

Thanksgiving Holidays (CLOSED)​

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DECEMBER 2025

1-4

Tech Rehearsals - Nutcracker

3

Community Event - Durham Tower Lighting

5-14

FALL PRODUCTION - Nutcracker

13

Community Event - Durham Christmas Parade

19

Early Release

22-31

Winter Break (CLOSED)​

TBD

Theater Clean-Up Days

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January 2026

1

Winter Break (LAST DAY)

2

WTown Break - NO WORKDAY CAMP/NO CLASSES

TBD

WT Day of Dance

5

Spring Session Resumes

19

MLK Holiday (CLOSED)​

20

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​​

TBD

"On Pointe" (Shoe Fitting Excursion)

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February 2026

4

ALL Teachers/Staff Meeting (6pm-8pm)

4

Early Release

21

Community Event - Fendol Farms Black History Month Spotlight on Walltown Event

28

Black History Month Showcase

16

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​​​

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March 2026

3

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​​​

30-31

Spring Break (CLOSED)​

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April 2026

1-2

Spring Break (CLOSED)​​

3

Holiday (CLOSED)​

24-26

Starquest Dance Competition

6

Teacher Workday Camps (ASA/BTS)​​​​

29

Early Release

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May 2026

15-17

Inferno Dance Competition

23

End of Fall/Spring Session

25

Memorial Day Holiday (CLOSED)​

26-28

SHOWCASE Tech Rehearsals

29-31

Spring Showcase

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June 2026

3

ALL Teachers/Staff Meeting (6pm-8pm)

7

Auditions - Summer Production

13

Company Auditions I

15-19

Summer Camp - Week 1

15-26

Level-Up (Summer Dance Session I)

6/20-7/18

Ballet Basics (Saturday Dance 5-wk Session)

22-26

Summer Camp - Week 2

29-02

Summer Camp - Week 3/4

July 2026

4

Independence Day Holiday (CLOSED)​

6/29-7/10

Summer Camp - Week 3/4

6-17

Level-Up (Summer Dance Session II)

6/20-7/18

Ballet Basics (Saturday Dance 5-wk Session)

20-23

PPr Dance Boot Camp

13-17

Summer Camp - Week 5

20-24

Summer Camp - Week 6

25

Company Auditions II

27-31

Summer Camp - Week 7

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Get Connected / Stay Involved

Parent groups, news, and volunteer roles​ 

Parent Advisory Commitee (PAC)

2025-2026
​PAC Members
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EXPLORERS
Family 1
​Family 2
​Family 3
Family 4

PERFORMERS IN TRAINING
Family 1
​Family 2
​Family 3
Family 4

PRE-PROFESSIONAL
​Family 1
​Family 2
​Family 3
Family 4

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At Walltown Children’s Theatre, we believe that strong partnerships between families and staff are essential to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and enriching environment for our students. That’s why we’ve established the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)—a group of engaged and enthusiastic parents who help shape the Walltown experience from the inside out.

What is the PAC?
The PAC is a small, representative group of parents who serve as thought partners and liaisons between families and the school. This committee helps strengthen communication, encourage family involvement, and provide valuable insight into the needs and experiences of our community.

Who Serves on the Committee?
The PAC includes up to 12 families, with members drawn from each of Walltown’s three program divisions:

• 4 families from Explorers (ages 3–7)
• 4 families from Performers in Training (ages 8–12)
• 4 families from Pre-Professional (ages 13–18)

We intentionally select members who have demonstrated care, commitment, and a willingness to contribute to the life of the school.

What Do PAC Members Do?

• Attend Quarterly Meetings
  Share feedback, hear updates, and engage in open conversation about how things are going.
• Collaborate on Creative Ideas
  Help brainstorm ways to enrich the student and family experience across programs.
• Support Event Coordination
  Offer light guidance and support for school-wide activities and performances—without taking on every task.
• Advise on Fundraising and Outreach
  Share ideas and explore opportunities that align with Walltown’s mission and build a stronger future for all.

Be on the lookout for upcoming initiatives and updates from our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)!
PAC-led projects are designed by families, for families—and they can only succeed with the engagement and support of our full Walltown community. Your participation makes the difference!

Our Fundraising: A Collective Commitment

At WCT fundraising isn’t just about raising money—it’s about sustaining a shared vision for accessible, high-quality arts education for all youth.

Why Fundraising Matters
Walltown is a nonprofit organization. Each year, we build a thoughtful “paper budget”—a plan for what we hope to offer our students. But that budget only comes to life through successful fundraising efforts. Tuition covers only a portion of what it costs to run our programs. Everything else—scholarships, productions, staff support, building improvements, and more—relies on contributions from individuals, businesses, and families like yours.

One School, One Mission
We ask all families—whether their child is in dance, drama, music, or technical programs—to support school-wide fundraising. That’s because the success of any one program depends on the health of the whole organization.

For example, our Dance Company is a high-visibility group that represents Walltown at regional and national events. Their national training and group competition costs are already built into our school-wide budget. These opportunities not only benefit those dancers—they help Walltown build a stronger reputation, attract funders, and open doors for all students.

We do not support fundraising efforts that are earmarked for individual programs unless those expenses have been approved and included in our annual budget. This approach ensures equity and keeps our fundraising efforts focused and sustainable.

Contributing Ideas & Budget Suggestions
If you have ideas for items you’d like considered for future budget inclusion—such as new uniforms, equipment, or supplemental resources—please reach out to your program director or to the Executive Director. Some items may be added to our general budget, offered as rental or subsidized options, or phased in based on funds raised.
For example:

• Uniform funds raised in the past year will be honored.
• Future needs like bags or updated costumes will depend on funding capacity and community-wide input.

25th Anniversary & Facility Improvements
2025 marks Walltown’s 25th anniversary, and we’re celebrating not only with performances—but with a renewed investment in our home.
Recent upgrades include:

• A newly paved parking lot
• A refreshed and welcoming lobby and bathrooms
• Critical repairs to our systems and building infrastructure

These improvements were paid for from our reserve funds, and our current fundraising efforts aim to replenish those reserves to keep Walltown strong and sustainable for the next generation.

How You Can Help

• Participate in fundraisers that support the full mission.
• Encourage friends and family to donate or attend shows.
• Join our Give-Back Volunteer Program, especially if you’re receiving scholarship support.
• Stay engaged and share your ideas—we’re building this together.

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We’re grateful for your partnership, your energy, and your belief in what Walltown makes possible. Together, we ensure that every child—regardless of income—can access the power of the performing arts.

Upcoming Fundraisers & Ideas

We have several exciting fundraising events and campaigns in the works to support Walltown’s programs, scholarships, and facility improvements. Whether it’s a performance, community event, or online drive—there will be meaningful ways for every family to get involved and make a difference.

Have a Fundraising Idea?
We’re always looking for creative, community-driven ways to support Walltown’s mission—and we’d love to hear from you! If you have a fundraising idea, event concept, or potential partnership that could help raise funds for our programs, scholarships, or building improvements, let us know.
Reach out to our PAC, or ED Cara Williams. Great ideas grow even stronger when we build them together.

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Information & Assistance

Policies, tuition help, and resources

Where to Start - Enrollment

Register for
​Dance Studio Pro

Walltown offers convenient online registration via the DanceStudioPro portal. Simply use the "register Now" link to sign up for a new account, and if you have any questions or difficulties registering, please contact us at (919) 286-4545, or via email at [email protected]. We will be happy to help you.

Log In to
​Dance Studio Pro

Please use the "Log In Now" link to log-in to your existing account, where you can check your information, sign up for classes, or make a payment. If you have any questions or difficulties registering, please contact us at (919) 286-4545, or via email at [email protected]. We will be happy to help you.

Tuition, Payments & Financial Support

Walltown Children’s Theatre is committed to making high-quality arts education available to all families. This section outlines our tuition structure, billing practices, and the financial assistance options available to support access and equity. We aim to be transparent and flexible—because every child deserves a chance to shine, regardless of income.

Tuition & Fees

Transparent tuition and fee structures allow us to sustain the high-quality programs our students deserve, while keeping our commitments to fairness, clarity, and community-wide access.

Billing/Payments

Clear billing policies help us maintain equitable access, plan effectively, and continue offering high-quality arts education to all families—regardless of income.

Scholarships & Assistance

Walltown is committed to ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. Our scholarship and assistance programs reflect our belief that every child should have the opportunity to grow through the arts—regardless of financial circumstances.

Show & Event Attendance (Ticketing)

Ticketing/Audience

Attending a Walltown performance is more than just seeing a show—it’s supporting the growth of young artists. Here you’ll find details on how to purchase tickets, what to expect as an audience member, and how we work to create a positive, family-friendly experience for all.

Policies/Assumptions & Waivers

​At Walltown Children’s Theatre, we believe that clear expectations create a safe, respectful, and inspiring space for every young artist. Below, you’ll find important information about our policies, procedures, and community standards—designed to support families, protect our shared spaces, and uphold the values that guide our work.

Etiquette/Dress/Conduct

​We expect all students to show respect for themselves, others, and the work. Review our guidelines for classroom behavior, rehearsal attire, and performance readiness.

Attendance/Communication

​Consistency matters in the performing arts. Here's what you need to know about reporting absences, receiving updates, and staying connected with our team.

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Assumptions/Waivers

​Participation in our programs includes agreement to standard waivers and policies. Here you'll find key information about liability, media permissions, and safety expectations.

Facilities Care/Use

Walltown is a shared space full of creative energy. Help us maintain a safe, welcoming environment by following basic rules for cleanliness and care.

Communication Guidelines

To ensure that families receive accurate and timely information, all official communication from Walltown Children’s Theatre (WCT) will be sent through our ClickSend MMS/SMS messaging and/or Brevo email systems.

For any production or other program related communication, please use these official channels to ensure your message reaches the appropriate staff.

CLICKSEND
​(Text Messages)

• MMS & SMS messages will come from our dedicated number: (833) 236-6640.
• Please save this number in your contacts as “Walltown Connect”
• Whenever possible, messages will include a logo or program graphic at the top to help you easily identify the source.
• If a message contains too much content for a text, we will send a brief alert directing you to a follow-up email or webpage link with the full details.
• Do not send important notifications through GroupMe — staff may not receive alerts there.
• All text message replies are automatically directed to [email protected].

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BREVO
(Email Messages)
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• Official emails will come from [email protected]
• All replies are automatically routed to [email protected] to ensure they reach the office.
• Please save these addresses to your contacts to prevent messages from being filtered into your spam or promotions folder.

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GROUPME
​(Optional Family Communication)

We encourage families to opt in to the GroupMe for each production/performance group.

This is a great way for parents and families to:

• Communicate with each other throughout the season
• Coordinate volunteering, ride shares, meals & misc.
• Share encouragement and updates within the cast community
• Participation in GroupMe is optional and intended for family-to-family communication only.