Musical theater dance pedagogy often emphasizes performance over creation, leaving students with limited tools to contribute meaningfully to the creative process of musical theater productions. This article explores a pedagogical approach that integrates compositional tools throughout the curriculum, empowering students to move beyond rote memorization to learn how to develop original choreography and become more confident performers. The author introduces practical approaches to include compositional tools throughout the curriculum with a three-pronged approach: teaching compositional skills in technique classes, incorporating collaborative composition assignments during rehearsals, and advocating for dance as an integral component throughout the creative process. These methods not only help educators highlight the critical role choreography plays in storytelling and character development in musical theater, but also equip students with the practical skills needed to create.