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NiCori Studios Announces Adult Cabaret Classes and Teen "CHICAGO"

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 08/21/2025

(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- NiCori Studios & Productions is thrilled to announce that registration is now open to students ages 13-19 for the NiCori Teen Performance Ensemble production of CHICAGO: Teen Edition, and levels One and Two of the Adult Cabaret classes.

All upcoming intensive classes are under the direction of NYC Cabaret singer, Corinna Sowers Adler, who has been nominated for the Excellence in Theatre Education TONY Award by her students every year since 2015. Adult student Samantha Cordon states, “Adult cabaret was amazing. I am now more comfortable on stage, can find myself in the lyric and have a new goal of singing more cabaret! Corinna creates a non-intimidating environment where everyone can shine.”

The NiCori Teen Performance Ensemble will be spending the Fall semester creating the full length musical, CHICAGO: Teen Edition. This skill-building course will focus on the core elements of Musical Theatre; singing, acting, and this time with a specific focus on the Musical Theatre ground breaking choreography style of Bob Fosse. The class will culminate with performances of the musical on January 29th, 30th and 31st, 2026. Open to anyone ages 13 -18, this class will meet at the Watchung Presbyterian Church 375 Watchung Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ. Class will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm beginning February 26, 2025. Tuition is $750.

Cabaret Class Level One is a fun and interactive Cabaret Class designed specifically for students ages 19 and up. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to try something new, this class is perfect for anyone interested in the art of Cabaret performance. You’ll learn techniques for singing, storytelling, and engaging with an audience. Performance will occur on November 9th at 1:00pm at Lucy’s Parlor Speakeasy in the Roosevelt in East Rutherford, NJ. Classes run from September 7 to November 9, 2025. Tuition is $475.

Cabaret Class Level Two is a fun and interactive Cabaret Class designed specifically for students ages 19 and up who have completed level one of their Cabaret Class series. This class, open to only five students, is designed to give more individualized attention to students interested in working toward creating a solo Cabaret performance. Performance will occur on November 9, 2025 at 6:00pm at Lucy’s Parlor Speakeasy in the Roosevelt in East Rutherford, NJ. Classes run from September 7 to November 9, 2025. Tuition is $575.




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Payment plans and partial scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for more information.

Enroll Today! Whether you're looking to sing, immerse yourself in the world of theatre, or make some new life long friends, NiCori Studios has something creative for teens and adults. All classes are held at the Watchung Presbyterian Church (375 Watchung Avenue) in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Spaces are filling up quickly, so don’t wait – secure your spot today!

For more information and to register for these exciting new classes, please visit nicoristudios.com.




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