Singing
Vocal training that builds technique, range and confidence.
Musical Theatre
Studio Zagreb
Musical theatre training Zagreb has never seen before.
Musical Theatre Studio Zagreb is Croatia’s first musical theatre school built on real West End experience.
Join the waitlist →Triple Threat
Singing. Acting. Dance.
Three disciplines. One performer.
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Acting
Work on character and text, storytelling and acting tools.
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Dance
Choreography, dance technique and stage presence.
Founder
Dora Pletikosa
Few teachers in Croatia can say they have stood on stage in front of thousands of audience members in a Broadway production. Dora can. Educated in Zagreb and London, she became the first Croatian performer to play leading roles in the musicals Hairspray and Saturday Night Fever on Royal Caribbean cruise ships.
For years, she lived what she now teaches: auditions, rehearsals, performances, director feedback, and working with professional choreographers and conductors. Now she brings that experience home with one mission: to make real musical theatre training available in Croatia for a new generation of young performers.
“I wanted to create the kind of place I didn’t have when I was growing up in Zagreb.” — Dora PletikosaMeet Dora on social media →
WE ARE MORE THAN TRAINING
We are building a community where everyone has space to grow and where that growth is celebrated together
Learn more about the program ↓- Confidence and freedom from fear when performing in public
- Creativity and emotional intelligence
- Stage presence and communication skills
- Teamwork and a sense of belonging to a community
- Visible growth in a safe, structured environment
Several times a year, guest professionals from the United Kingdom bring their experience from international stages directly into our studio through Masterclasses.
1 year, 3 terms
Designed for our 20 students, the program lasts one year and is divided into 3 three-month terms, each with 11 sessions. Every term has its own theme and level-appropriate repertoire. At the end of a successful training year, a final production will be performed in front of an audience.
The greatest progress happens when students complete all three terms and continue building their skills consistently. That is why we offer a special price for enrolling in the full year in advance.
Technique
An introduction to the foundations of singing, acting, movement and stage expression.
Development
Deeper work on technique, character, vocals, choreography and confidence in performance.
Performance
Working toward the final production in front of an audience and bringing all skills together.
Teachers
Musical Theatre Studio Zagreb is led by professionals who are actively working, performing and teaching within the industry. Each mentor brings their own experience, approach and artistic perspective.
Founder | Triple threat technique | Vocal technique
Dora Pletikosa
Dora is a singer, musical theatre performer and artist from Zagreb. She graduated from Bird College Conservatoire in London in 2023 with a First Class Honours BA degree. After years of professional work on international stages, she has performed hundreds of shows for audiences from all over the world, including performances on prestigious Royal Caribbean cruise ships and in the world-renowned Broadway productions Hairspray and Saturday Night Fever.
Acting mentor | Directing | Acting through song
Damian Humski
Damian is an actor, dramaturg, director and singer from Zagreb. He graduated acting at the Zagreb Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2024, and since 2025 he has been leading the artistic organisation Empiria Theatre. From 2022 to 2025, he led two drama groups. He is currently playing the lead role in the musical Radio Dubrava at Komedija Theatre, and throughout his career so far, he has performed in numerous theatre and television roles.
Dance mentor | Choreographer | Jazz & Musical Theatre
Ilona Cvitić Kanceljak
Ilona is a professional dancer, choreographer and dance educator with many years of experience in performance, education and original creative work. She is currently part of the Mint Cabaret ensemble and co-founder of the Spotlight dance agency. She actively choreographs theatre projects and leads jazz dance programs and workshops. In her work, she places strong emphasis on solid technical foundations, artistic expression and a professional approach.
Acting through song | Masterclass teacher
Elliot Morgan Blyth
Elliot is a British theatre performer and educator who has built his career on some of the most exciting stages in Europe. He graduated from the prestigious The Hammond, and made his professional debut at the renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the leading role of Natas in the original musical Pandemonium. Since then, he has performed as a lead vocalist on international cruise ships and originated the role of Paracelsus in the musical Elementals at The Glitch theatre in the heart of London.
Ensemble mentor | Co-founder | Academy of Music Zagreb
Marina Matolić
Marina Matolić holds a master's degree in music arts and is an artistic advisor at the Academy of Music in Zagreb, where she has been permanently employed since 1997. As a pianist and chamber musician, she has performed at festivals and competitions around the world. Throughout her career, she has created and produced musicals and music projects for children, and has led children's choirs for many years, writing her own songs and arrangements for them. She is a licensed Yamaha Music School teacher. At Musical Theatre Studio Zagreb, she leads group ensemble singing, bringing classical technical precision, along with many years of knowledge and experience working with vocal ensembles.
Mentor · Area of work
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Is this for you?
For young people and adults aged 14+ who love singing, dance, acting and musicals, or simply know they are made for the stage.
You don’t need
- Previous experience
- Formal training
- Dance knowledge
- A perfect voice
All you need is the desire to learn and grow with us.
Who is welcome
- Beginners who want to step onto the stage for the first time
- Experienced performers who want to progress
- Young people who dream of musicals
- Those who want to build confidence
We are not looking for finished performers. We are looking for people who want to grow.
Zagreb · mid-September 2026
Broadway Audition Experience
The Broadway Audition Experience is not an ordinary audition. It is a unique experience designed to feel like a real musical theatre audition on Broadway, with a professional setting and individual feedback unlike anything previously available in Croatia.
It is open to everyone aged 14+, regardless of experience.
Participation fee: €10
Already in the first year of the program, you will learn from guest professionals from British stages.
Choreography
A short stage and dance choreography with vocals, guided by us, with no previous preparation required. We look at how you respond, how you adapt and how present you are in the space.
Individual piece
You prepare a piece of up to 1 minute of your choice: a song, dance piece or acting monologue. You choose the material yourself, something you know and something that suits you.
Feedback
We talk about what we saw and give concrete, honest and encouraging feedback. After the audition, we select 20 students for the one-year program.
The Broadway Audition Experience is not just a path into the program. It is a full day of stage work, individual feedback and an experience unlike anything else in Croatia.
Apply for the Broadway Audition Experience →Limited spots available.
The program is intentionally organised in a small group so every student receives attention, feedback and real space to develop throughout the year.
One-year musical theatre program
Each term includes
- 6 × 60 min of acting and character work
- 6 × 60 min of dance and stage movement
- 6 × 60 min triple threat intensive with Dora
- 4 × 60 min of vocal technique and ensemble work
- 3 × 30 min individual vocal technique lessons
€130 / month
*Paid per term
A special price is available for enrolling in the full year in advance.
Join the waiting list →What do you get as part of the Studio?
Being a Studio student means more than taking classes. Alongside regular training, every student has access to additional opportunities that are usually not available in Croatia.
Musical theatre education
Alongside practical work, students learn about the history of musical theatre, the basics of music theory, and dance and acting techniques.
Progress assessment
Once per term, every student receives a professional assessment of their progress and recommendations for the next step.
Online community
A private group and online forum only for students, created for support, materials and connection between classes.
Individual lesson with Dora
Every student gets the opportunity for individual vocal technique work with Dora, without an audience or pressure.
Career information
What auditions abroad look like, how to get an agent, which schools to consider, what opportunities exist and how to reach them.
Masterclass advantage
Students get priority access to workshops, masterclasses and special events at a preferred rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this for me?
For young people aged 14 and above, with no upper age limit. Everyone who loves musicals, the stage and music is welcome, regardless of experience.
Do I need previous experience?
No. We welcome students of all levels. Experience is not required.
When do classes start?
Classes start in October 2026, after the September auditions.
When are the classes held?
Once a week, on Saturdays from 10:00 to 12:00.
I am 30 years old. Is it too late?
It is never too late. The Studio has no age limit. We are simply looking for people who love being on stage.
Do I need to know how to read music?
No. We work by ear and learn step by step. Knowing how to read music is an advantage, but it is not required.
I am afraid of performing in public. Is this for me?
Yes, especially for you! We build confidence together, step by step, until the stage becomes a place where you feel safe.