Fall Classes FAQ’s

  • Fall classes run from Mon, August 25 to Fri, December 12, 2025. Each program meets for 15 weeks, with options for 2–5 days per week depending on what best meets your families needs. Thanksgiving week is not included in the 15 weeks that tuition covers.

    Please see our semester calendar for a detailed overview of our schedule.

    When Hays CISD schools are closed, we offer full-day care for current fall students and their siblings. This is available to purchase on our website.

  • Absolutely!

    If you’re interested in touring the theater or getting a feel for our program before signing up, we are happy to help! Come for a private tour outside class hours, and/or have your child join us for free day of class!

    Email us to set up a tour or a free day: info@burchfieldtheatre.com

  • Yes! We will have 3 performances. One in October from our afterschool group, a homeschool group performance in November, and our big fall musical in December with our afterschool groups. All will be available to the public and tickets will go on sale ahead of each event.

  • To keep our kids safe, happy, and focused, please send your child with:

    • A nut-free snack (SunButter is okay!)

    • A water bottle (we have filtered water for refills!)

    • Close-toed shoes for movement and dancing

    We are a tree-nut free campus. We have students with severe and life-threatening allergies.

  • Makeup kits are welcome, but not required. The theatre will provide makeup for anyone who doesn’t bring their own.

  • Please call Mrs. Burchfield directly at (512) 798-8674 or email info@burchfieldtheatre.com so we can update our attendance chart and update transportation. If your child has a fever over 100°F, vomiting, diarrhea, or a contagious illness, please keep them home until symptoms have been gone for at least 24 hours.

  • We ask this question on our enrollment forms because it helps us best prepare for each student. If you believe your child may need additional support before classes begin, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact Mrs. Burchfield at angela@burchfieldtheatre.com to make accommodations and ensure your child feels safe, supported, and ready to thrive.

  • Yes. Every child is cast in a role. However, we strongly encourage full participation, and ask that you inform us as early as possible if your child will miss a performance so we can plan and cast accordingly.

  • Absolutely! We welcome beginners and seasoned performers alike. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where every child feels encouraged to explore all areas of theatre.

  • We are open to discussing exceptions. Please contact Mrs. Burchfield to talk it through. All children must be fully toilet trained.

  • We teach techniques to support memory and stage confidence. We simply ask that each child try their best. However, practicing lines and choreography at home leads to stronger skills and more polished productions!

  • Children grow in memory, music, voice, confidence, creativity, teamwork, coordination, and cultural appreciation—all while having fun and making friends.

  • Yes, we love volunteers!

    Email us to let us know how you’d like to get involved. We will add you to our list and contact you when an opportunity becomes available.

  • Please email info@burchfieldtheatre.com. You may also call our main number at (248) 232-7413 and select Lilja at option 1. We’re happy to help.

  • Yes, with notice! Any schedule changes that affect tuition (like adding or removing a day) will only take effect at the start of the next billing cycle, and we require at least 3 weeks’ notice to process the change.

    Read our How Payment Works page for more info!

  • We completely understand! Our auditions are designed to be low-pressure, supportive, and fun. They’re held in a relaxed group setting, often sitting together around the piano or engaging in simple theater games. Every child is cast in a role, no matter their experience level or confidence. Auditions simply help us get to know each student’s personality, strengths, and comfort zone so we can place them in a role where they’ll shine.

    If your child is especially nervous, just let us know. We’re happy to offer extra encouragement, a buddy to pair with, or skip certain parts if needed. Our goal is always to build confidence, not stress anyone out!

  • We offer two options for daily arrival and dismissal:

    • Use our parking map (provided in the parent packet before the first day) for quick, curbside drop-off and pickup.

    • Or feel free to use parallel street parking and walk in for check in and out.

  • Tickets are $15 for general admission shows and $40 for our Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre (includes catered dinner). Tickets for The Addams Family Jr. go on sale in mid-September at burchfieldtheatre.com/tickets. Seating is limited, so advance purchase is encouraged.