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There are no summer courses in this area offered, but below is our last fall/winter's courses as an example of what is offered during our normal class sessions.
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Puppet Play (Ages 3 – 5)
Children will be introduced to acting by using and making simple puppet characters
based on favorite nursery rhymes and stories. We will also play fun theater games
and create a puppet show for parents!
FRIDAY 1:00 – 1:45 pm
Oct. 2 – Oct. 30 (8 weeks)
Class Fee: $82 Non-Member; $75 Member (Includes materials)
Min. Class Size: 4 / Max. 10
Readers’ Theater (Ages 6 – 10)
Explore the basics of acting and develop reading skills through this weekly class. We
will bring such works as Aesop’s Fables, and the poetry of Shel Silverstein to life with
fluency and expression. We’ll also focus on diction, voice projection, and building confidence
speaking in front of an audience.
FRIDAY 3:45 – 4:45 pm
Oct. 2 – Oct. 30 (8 weeks)
Class Fee: $77 Non-Member; $70 Member (Includes materials)
Min. Class Size: 4/ Max. 15
Introduction to Acting (Ages 10 – 17)
This class will cover the basics of acting and the skills needed for auditioning and being
part of a theater production. We will work on proper voice projection and diction.
We will also play theater games to strengthen the creative process of character development,
gestures, and body language. Students can work on their memorization skills
by choosing a favorite poem or story to present to the group.
FRIDAY 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Oct. 2 – Oct. 30 (8 weeks)
Class Fee: $77 Non-Member; $70 Member (Includes materials)
Giving a Great Audition (Ages 6 – 10) (Ages 11 – 17)
In a relaxed and supportive environment we will cover the basics of auditioning while
providing guidance to the more experienced actor. This class will help the student
present the best song or monologue for the part and offer relaxation techniques to
manage stage fright.
FRIDAY 3:45 – 4:45 pm (Ages 6 – 10)
FRIDAY 5:00 – 6:00 pm (Ages 11 – 17)
Jan. 15 – March 5 (8 weeks)
Class Fee: $77 Non-Members; $70 Member
(Includes materials)
Min. Class Size: 4 / Max. 15
Let’s Pretend! (Ages 3 – 5 )
Young children have a natural gift for dramatic
play. In this class children can use their imaginations while playing “dress up” and
bringing to life their favorite storybook characters. We’ll also have fun exploring basic
acting techniques through theater games.
FRIDAY 1:00 – 1:45 pm
Feb. 5 – March 26 (8 weeks)
Class Fee: $72 Non-Member; $65 Member
Min. Class Size: 4 / Max. 10
Storybook Theater (Ages 6 – 10)
Let’s explore the wonderful world of drama through popular children’s literature! We
will use props, costumes, and theater games to aid in the creative process. This class
will also teach the importance of facial expressions, gestures, and body language to
convey a believable person.
FRIDAY 3:45 – 4:45 pm
March 19 – May 14 (8 weeks, no class on Apr. 2 or Apr. 9)
Class Fee: $77 Non-Member; $70 Member (Includes materials)
Min. Class Size: 4 / Max. 15
Scene Study 101 (Ages 11 – 17)
Learn how to analyze a script and create a truthful performance. We will learn about
subtext, the actor’s objective, and how to develop a character with inner life. Learning
about this process will broaden an actor’s talent and ability.
FRIDAY 5:00 – 6:00 pm
March 19 – May 14 (8 weeks, no class Apr. 2 or Apr. 9)
Class Fee: $77 Non-Member; $70 Member (Includes materials)
Min. Class Size: 4 / Max. 16