Performing Arts
World Compass Academy is excited to offer many performing arts options for our students. Performing arts encompasses disciplines like dance, music, and theatre, offering students opportunities for creative expression and the development of essential life skills, including communication, teamwork, discipline, self-confidence. Performing arts education helps students build emotional intelligence, empathy, and resilience, enriching their overall school experience.
WCA Extracurricular Handbook 2026-27
School Musicals
Winter 2026-2027 - 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays (5th - 8th Grade) Cast
- Registration: OPEN Friday, September 25th - Monday, October 5th
- Cost: $200 per performer (includes t-shirt)
- Directors: Miabella Doria, Charity Bray, Heather Fortelka, Richard Merkling
10 Ways to Survive the Holidays Sign-Up & Submission Link
10 Ways to Survive the Holidays, as fast-paced comedy by Don Zolidis, turns the stress, chaos, and awkward pitfalls of the winter holiday season into a merry, over-the-top romp. Expect a wild ride through:
- Disastrous family photo shoots
- Aggressive carolers
- Hauntings by Christmas Ghosts
Winter 2026-2027 - Aristocats KIDS (K - 4th) Cast
- Registration: OPEN Friday, September 4th - Wednesday, September 30th
- Cost: $300 per performer
- Directors: Dottie Abshire, Camille Shaffer, Hayley Wood
Aristocats Kids Cast Registration Link
Winter 2026-2027 - Aristocats KIDS (5th - 8th) Tech Crew
- Registration: OPEN Sunday, November 1st - Saturday, November 21st
- Cost: $150 per crew member
- Staff: Ken Davis and Meggan Carloss
Aristocats Kids Tech Crew Registration Link (coming soon)
Bonjour, mes amis! Information regarding WCA's production of The Aristocats KIDS is now available on Ms. Abshire's website ! Your directors this year are Ms. Dottie Abshire, Mrs. Camille Shaffer, and Ms. Hayley Wood, all returning to bring our sparkle to the stage! Our goals are to share the joy of the theater with young performers and grow each student's skills for the stage.
For friends new to WCA, the Elementary features performers in grades K-4th and Tech Crew is open to grades 5-8. All performers are encouraged to audition, but it isn't required for participation. There are 19 scripted roles and an addition 10-15 ensemble parts.
Based on Disney's 1970's film set in bourgeoisie Paris, The Aristocats KIDS needs a cast of swingin', cool cats to bring the adventure to life. There's such a wide range of characters - sassy and spicy, soft and sweet, tough and tender, meek like a mouse and brave as a lion, ragtag heroes, serious and silly, a diabolically funny villain, cats cool as a cucumber - we need everyone to make this production happen! By the end of it all, you'll want to swing and jive with us, and we will all wish we were cats!
Tech Crew Information
There are 8 available spots for Aristocats tech crew. Learn to run the sound board, operate spotlights, design and create props and stage decorations, run costuming and makeup, and assist with scene transitions. Only 5th-8th grade tech crew may apply and space is limited.
3 - 5th/6th grade spots
5 - 7th/8th grade spots
Registration cost covers cost of instruction, materials, and a T-shirt for each participant. They will meet Mr. Davis and Mrs. Carloss in the gym on Fridays starting December 4th for Aristocats rehearsal times (4-4:45) as well as Tech Rehearsals listed on the Google Calendar linked on Ms. Abshire's website.
The Aristocats KIDS Character List
Other Performing Arts Offerings:
- Music Clubs
- Band Elective (6-8 pending enrollment)
- Orchestra Elective
- Choir Elective