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Youth Theater Classes

Story Theatre

Ages 5-6
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 10:00–11:00 am
$225
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The perfect starting point for a young student looking to jump into acting! Students will learn the basics of theatre, including creating characters, stage directions and working as an ensemble as they act out stories and create performances. Suitable for both non-readers and beginning readers.

Stories on Stage

Ages 5-6
January 21 – March 18, 2014
Tuesdays: 4:45 – 5:45 pm
$225
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Students will embark on dramatic adventures as they perform and re-imagine scenes from favorite stories, bringing beloved magical characters to life using pantomime, movement, music, and simple props and costumes.

Musical Theatre Cabaret Jr.

Ages 5-7
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 11:00 am–12:00 pm
$225
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Students will learn to develop characters and express personality through song and dance. The class will culminate in a final performance where students showcase their talents. No previous experience needed!

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Let's Act

Ages 7-8
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 11:00 – 12:00 pm
$225
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This beginner level acting class will give students the opportunity to explore the basics of acting -- voice, movement, and character -- through theatre games, improvisation, and short scripts.

Broadway Dance

Ages 7-9
January 21 – March 18, 2014
Tuesdays: 5:00 – 6:00 pm
$225
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This class will introduce students to the basics of dance through the use of popular musical theatre music. Students will also have the opportunity to choreograph some of their own dances.

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Mini-Production: Character Matters

Ages 5-8
January 21 – March 18, 2014
Tuesdays: 4:45 – 6:00 pm
$250
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Led by Rapunzel, a Handsome Prince, and a (recovering) Wicked Witch, the council offers help to famous folk creatures. The Big Bad Wolf learns the Golden Rule, Cinderella gets help in managing her anger and Jack and the Giant discover that their differences are cool.

Production Class: Winnie the Pooh

Ages 5-8
January 18 – March 29, 2014
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
*Production Dates: March 28 at 7 pm and March 29 at 2 pm
*Tech Week Rehearsals: March 25, 26 & 27 6:00 – 8:30 pm
$375
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Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit, and Owl but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship, and sharing.

Yes, and! Improv

Ages 8-11
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
$225
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Have fun playing silly improvisational theatre games while learning the tools to think on your feet! Students will explore spontaneity, character development and ensemble building skills in this fast-paced and exciting class.

Acting Out: Scenes from the Movies

Ages 9-12
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 12:00–1:00 pm
$225
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Students will hone their acting skills by exploring improvisation and studying scenes from popular films, with a focus on making bold choices and creating strong characters.

One Act Play

Ages 9-14
January 21 – March 18, 2014
Tuesdays: 6:00 – 7:15 pm
$250
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Students will work together to rehearse the hilarious short play “Bad Auditions by Bad Actors.” The final performance will be part of our Share Day.

Monologue Building

Ages 12-17
January 18 – March 15, 2014
Saturdays: 1:15 – 2:15 pm
$225
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Students will enhance their repertoire by working on age-appropriate monologues and learning the techniques to create a nuanced performance and strong audition piece.

Production Class: Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life Adventures

Ages 9-14
January 18 – April 26, 2014
Saturdays: 1:00–4:00 pm
*Production Dates: April 25 at 7 pm and April 26 at 2 pm
*Tech Week Rehearsals: April 22, 23 & 24 6:00 – 8:30 pm
$425
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Summer has come to a crashing halt in the little town of Watertower. The kids don't want to be back in school; they are listless and bored. Suddenly, the classroom door bursts open and there, wearing pajamas and cowboy boots, stands red-headed Gooney Bird Greene! The class is never the same again. Gooney Bird speaks with confidence and dresses in outrageous outfits and casts herself as the hero in the most improbable, outlandish stories! Gooney Bird awakens the students' dormant imaginations. They come to realize their lives are as unique as Gooney Bird's and that they, too, can cast themselves as the heroes in their own true tales of discovery and adventure.


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