About Off Book Productions
Imagination. Leadership. Community.
Our Philosophy
Off Book Productions began 5 years ago as a way to keep a youth musical theatre program in the wedgwood neighborhood. It soon grew into a much bigger program, transforming into what it is today! This studio aims to bring quality and affordable musical theatre opportunities to the northeast region of seattle. Our philosophy is centered around the fact that our students are capable of more than even they know. We strive to help students not only develop their theatre skills, but also work on leadership, communication, collaboration, and responsibility.
Eia Waltzer - MOHAI Educator of the Year 2023
Cathy - Parent
Eia Waltzer is a phenomenal educator and director. Our daughter and son have been in multiple productions and learned so much about theater, music, and most of all team work. I am particularly struck by Ms. Waltzer’s ability to connect with our children. She quickly garners their trust earning their investment in her teaching. It is exciting to watch them be engaged - to want to try; and Ms. Waltzer celebrates their efforts regardless of the results.
Leo - Age 9
Musical is so much fun! It’s not just about the actors. On crew, I was with a great team, and we were focused on getting our work done. I think Ms. Waltzer is a great teacher! (And she’s really funny!) -Leo, age 9y
Parent
We love Off Book Productions! Ms Waltzer is truly a gem- energetic, passionate about teaching music and theater, and kids love her! My daughter was lucky to work with Ms Waltzer throughout her entire elementary school experience, where she participated in choir and the musical. We were thrilled when she opened her own studio, Off Book Productions, as my daughter can continue with her now in middle school. She is currently taking a Hamilton class which has been so much fun for her, and is excited to sign up for more classes in the future.
Founder & Director
Eia Waltzer
Eia Waltzer has been directing, choreographing, and teaching dance professionally around the Seattle and Los Angeles areas for the past 18 years. During that time she has worked with a wide range of ages, from school children to college students to professionals on developing and refining their skills. A few recent Directing/Choreography credits include Amélie, Beauty and the Beast, The Music Man, Matilda, The Secret Garden, Hairspray, and Head Over Heels. Though mainly a director/choreographer now, she has also appeared as an actor and teaching artist at various theaters around the area, such as Village Theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre, and At the Ridge Theatre, among others. All of this has led to her starting her own children’s theatre company, Off Book Productions, that aims to bring high quality theatre opportunities to the Northeast Seattle area. Eia received a BFA from the University of Washington, as well as a Masters in Teaching, and taught Theatre/music at Wedgwood Elementary for 8 years.
Instructors
Danny Kam
Music Director
Danny Kam is a Seattle-based actor/singer, vocal coach and musical director who is delighted to be working with Off Book Productions! Danny is a private voice instructor at Cornish College of the Arts, a teaching artist with Seattle Repertory Theatre and Seattle Children’s Theatre and maintains an independent vocal studio working individually with students of all ages. Danny recently served as vocal coach on Miss Step (Village Theatre) and Wonder Boy (The 5th Avenue Theatre) and musical director on productions of Cabaret (Cornish College of the Arts), Finding Nemo Jr., Into The Woods Jr. and Beauty and the Beast Jr. (The Evergreen School). Recent acting credits include Into The Woods, Beauty and the Beast, Afterwords, West Side Story (The 5th Avenue Theatre), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, String, ZM, The Passage (Village Theatre), The Optimist and Chilifinger! (ACT) and Twelfth Night (Seattle Shakespeare Company). Danny holds a BA in Theatre Arts from Western Washington University where he also studied vocal pedagogy.
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Cass Seely
Accompanist - Drama Studio
Cass Seely considers herself one of the lucky few whose job it is to PLAY . . . the piano, that is! Since her grade school years a long time ago, she has accompanied folks of all ages in churches, schools, and theaters all over the Seattle area (and for one exciting August at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland). She is looking forward to making joyful music with the young actors at Off Book Productions right here in her own backyard!
TBD
Tech Director
Coming soon!
Studio Policies
Policies/Refunds/Illnesses:
TUITION :
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Tuition must be paid in full before the first day of the session in order to reserve your spot in class.
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Session 1 Classes: Tuition paid before 9/8
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Session 2 Classes: Tuition paid before 11/24
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Session 3 Classes: Tuition paid before 2/3
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Session 4 Classes: Tuition paid before 4/20
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Summer Session Camps: Tuition paid before 6/24
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Productions: Tuition paid by the first rehearsal (unless using a payment plan)
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2. All tuition statements will be e-mailed.
3. Late fees are incurred at $10.00 per week past due date.
4. There will be a $20 fee for returned checks.
5. There are no refunds, tuition transfers, or credits to your account if you cancel within 5 days of the 1st class. Pro-rated tuition will not be provided for missed or dropped classes. If the
studio needs to close in-person classes, we will immediately switch to Zoom or video
classes and no refunds will be given for virtual classes.
6. You may receive a full refund for a cancellation as long as the cancellation is requested at
least 5 days before the first day of the class. Cancellations made within 5 days of the first
class will not receive refunds.
ILLNESSES:
Please keep sick students home!
STUDIO BEHAVIOR:
1. No street shoes on the dance floor. Please wear dance shoes or socks, unless other shoes
are approved!
2. No chewing gum, food, drinks or sunscreen on the studio floor.
3. Be on time! This is an important issue which takes into consideration both your health and
safety and courtesy to your teachers and classmates.
4. Ask to be excused if you must leave the class. Only leave the class if given permission from
the teacher. Bathroom breaks are to be taken before and after class. Parents of young students
please insist that they use the bathroom right before class if possible.
5. Show respect for your teachers, peers, and other studio patrons. Please let the teacher
teach and be respectful of their expertise of their craft. Technique, choreography, and
music/show choices are up to the discretion of the instructor.
6. If behavior issues or negative attitudes become a problem, the student may be asked to sit
out of class. Serious infractions may result in dismissal.
PHOTO RELEASE:
We occasionally photograph classes/shows for promotional materials , i.e. website, brochure,
instagram, etc. Your agreement indicates your consent of photos of your student being used.
Names will not be used without your express consent for a specific photo. *If you have a
problem or questions about this - please email us!