Theatre Education
“Arts education isn’t something we add on after we’ve achieved other priorities like raising test scores and getting kids into college. It’s actually critical for achieving those priorities in the first place."
~ Michelle Obama, First Lady (2008-2016)
Are you looking for a way to ignite your child's imagination and boost their self-confidence?
Look no further! We have the perfect solution that will captivate their hearts and minds.
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Imagine a world where your child can unleash their creativity, express their emotions, and discover hidden talents. Our Theatre School Classes offer a unique and unparalleled opportunity for your child to dive into the magical world of performing arts. Whether they dream of treading the boards of Broadway or simply want to gain valuable life skills, these classes provide a solid foundation for their future success.
Why Theatre?
Beyond the glitz and glamour of the stage, Theatre School Classes offer an array of benefits that extend far beyond the limelight. The transformative power of theatre is simply astounding.
Classes
Storybook Theatre
Grades K-2 | Weekly
60 Minutes Per Class
Monday
5-6pm
Theatre games, improvisational exercises, literature-based character study, and the development of their ideas into skits will help our youngest school-age students explore the world of theatre. Imaginative play will be combined with basic vocal and stage movement techniques. Students will learn basics of theatre discipline (respecting other performers, following basic group instructions and honoring the art of telling a story to an audience).
Enrollment: Minimum of 4.
Class will end with a showcase performance.
Spotlight Theatre
Grades 6-8 | Weekly
90 Minutes Per Class
Thursday
6:30-8pm
Whether they are new to theatre or veteran performers, this course will offer something to challenge and inspire each child. Advanced theatre games, more challenging acting and improvisational exercises and beginning scene study will help each student focus upon developing their natural abilities onstage. Basic technical theatre skills will be highlighted at various points in the class in order to give students a chance to understand basic principles of stage sound and lighting, set construction, props and costumes. Students will be given a hands-on opportunity to explore areas of technical theatre.
Enrollment: Minimum of 4.
Class will end with a showcase performance.
Adventure Theatre
Grades 3-5 | Weekly
60 Minutes Per Class
Thursday
4-5pm
Development of the child as a dramatic artist will continue through movement and voice training, improvisational exercises and age appropriate theatre games. Students will begin character and plot study by examining favorite children’s literature and other familiar stories and devising short skits from these. Basic theatre discipline will be incorporated into all exercises and games. Emphasis will be upon students gaining confidence in their ability to work together to create a theatrical experience. Basics of technical theatre will be interspersed throughout the year, giving each student an age-appropriate introduction to set, lighting, sound and costuming.
Enrollment: Minimum of 4.
Class will end with a showcase performance.
Creating Characters & Stage Pictures
Grades 9-12 | Weekly
120 Minutes Per Class
Saturday
10am-12pm
Advanced theatre exercises from famed instructor Violo Spolin as well as scene study will be used to strengthen acting technique, character creation and creating effective stage pictures. Review of basic vocal and movement for the stage will be used as needed depending upon experience of the students. This course will also introduce elements of producing plays including introductory technical theatre skills.
This class will meet for a total of 6-8 hours per month.
Enrollment: Minimum of 4. Maximum of 8.
Class will end with a showcase of scene work as well as technical skills.
This class is a prerequisite to Student Directing class to be offered in the spring.
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