Advanced Artists • Ages 15–18
Dance, Theatre, Art, and Music Classes for Ages 15-18 in Putnam, Connecticut.
Whether you're continuing your journey at The Complex or looking for a new artistic home, our high school programs provide opportunities for students who want to challenge themselves, grow creatively, and continue making art in a supportive community.
Senior Conservatory
For students seeking advanced interdisciplinary training, collaborative performance experiences, leadership opportunities, and preparation for college, careers, and lifelong artistic growth.
Ideal for students who are ready for a deeper artistic commitment.
Private Music Lessons
Individualized instruction for students at every experience level in voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, and more.
High School Arts Classes
Students ages 16+ may also enroll in many adult dance, theatre, and creative arts classes for a flexible way to continue artistic training.
New to The Complex? We'd love to meet you.
Every year, students join us after training at other schools—or after taking time away from the arts. Placement is based on experience and readiness, not how long you've been with us. Whether you're looking for advanced conservatory training or simply a place to continue creating, we'll help you find the program that's right for you.
Auditions and placement meetings are relaxed, conversational, and designed to help us find the best fit for every student.
The Senior Conservatory is where dedicated young artists learn not only to refine their technique, but to discover their artistic voice. Through interdisciplinary study, original creative work, collaboration, performance, and mentorship, students become confident artists, thoughtful leaders, and creative problem-solvers prepared for whatever comes next.
Why Students Choose the Senior Conservatory:
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Advanced interdisciplinary arts training
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Leadership and mentorship opportunities
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Original creative and devised work
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Collaborative performance projects
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Portfolio, audition, and college preparation
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Individual artistic development
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Expanded performance opportunities
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Optional private music lessons
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Optional private ballet coaching
Performance Opportunities Included with Enrollment
Mainstage Dance Concerts
Theatre Productions
Music Performances
Art Exhibitions
Student Choreography
Creative Devising Projects
Community Performances
Collaborative Interdisciplinary Work
The Senior Conservatory is more than advanced arts training—it is a community of dedicated young artists who challenge, support, and inspire one another.
Preparing for What Comes Next
The Senior Conservatory is designed to help students prepare for the opportunities and challenges that lie beyond high school. While some graduates pursue careers in the arts, many go on to study healthcare, education, business, science, technology, and other fields.
Through performance, collaboration, leadership, creative problem-solving, and project-based learning, students develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed in college, the workplace, and their communities. They learn how to communicate effectively, work with diverse groups of people, manage responsibilities, present themselves professionally, and approach challenges with creativity and resilience.
Whether preparing for a college audition, scholarship interview, internship, job opportunity, or future leadership role, students leave the Conservatory with experiences
Audition-Based Productions
Throughout the year, The Complex produces theatrical productions and special performance projects that may be open to both Complex students and community members through the audition process. Audition dates and eligibility requirements vary by production.
Current Audition Opportunity:
Hadestown Teen Edition - Performance August 2026
Trolls Jr The Musical - Performance November 2026
Newsies - Performance March 2027
Classes begin September 14th - NOW ENROLLING
Season
September 2026 - June 2027
Enrollment Continues until Full
Students enroll for the full season (prorated if beginning late) unless class is otherwise noted.
Tuition rates are for all genres of Art Classes. Students may enroll in multiple genres for the tuition price listed.
Tuition
45 Minute Class - $77 per month
1 Hour Class - $82 per month
2 Hours per week - $155 per month
3 Hours per week - $200 per month
4 Hours per week - $235 per month
5 Hours per week - $275 per month
6 Hours per week - $290 per month
Unlimited Hours per week - $320 per month
Private Music - $40 per 30 minute lesson
Scholarships Available - Email The Complex to learn more
