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Don’t tell the kids, but ACT classes will seamlessly integrate mindfulness and spatial awareness using age-appropriate theatre games and creative movement activities. It’s a first step down the path of increased self-awareness and understanding no matter what age a child decides to try acting. Learning to collaborate with others, confidently express themselves, and develop an appreciation for the performing arts is all part of the experience. Our goal is to help children develop increased confidence, awareness, and self-expression skills whether onstage or at school.
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More Fairytale Fun!
Ages 4 - 5
Saturdays, 9:00am - 10:00am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Libby Pope
For children who love singing, dancing, and magical creatures, this class will provide an imaginative and exciting musical theatre experience. Each week students can wear their favorite dress up clothes/costume from home or borrow one of ours! Special stories, songs, dances, and movement activities fill up our class time. Young dancers and singers will learn musical theatre basics in this fun creative movement class that will teach them how to sing along with songs and dance, while exploring their favorite fairy tales. Each week confidence will grow as they improve their performance skills and learn new ways to express themselves. By the end of the class session, every single student will shine onstage like the stars they are.
Act Out the Story
Ages 6 - 8
Saturdays, 9:00am - 10:00am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Imani Thaniel
Children who love reading, listening to stories, and could be described as “dramatic” will find a home in this class with ACT! They’ll use creative movement and fun vocal exercises to act out characters from favorite stories, while strengthening their listening and speaking skills each week. Students will laugh a lot in this class where they get to be silly in a supportive environment. Children will expand their creativity and self-expression skills in a space with no wrong answers, just pure fun! dress-up clothes from home are welcome!
Musical Theatre 101
Ages 9 - 12
Saturdays, 9:00am - 10:00am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Stephen Emery
Musical Theatre is one of the most popular art forms across the world and this class is designed to help take your child to the next level. Students will learn how to form an ensemble and perform their favorite musical numbers from Broadway and their favorite movies. They'll learn how to channel their creativity by taking a part in the choreography and walk away knowing how to fully stage a musical number.
Storytelling on the Farm
Ages 4 - 5
Saturdays, 10:15am - 11:15am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor TBD
Little Stars will get to try acting in this fun-filled class that combines creative movement and listening skills as children act out beloved stories. Creative and dramatic play will help preschoolers to further develop social skills, confidence and empathy each week. Self-expression and collaboration skills will grow as they listen and understand what's taking place all around them. Students will take turns sharing their ideas and work together to create imaginary settings. Don't miss out on this fun and active learning opportunity that will engage all of your child's senses! Families are welcome to use the Burgundy playground after class too!
Hogwarts Games and Crafts
Ages 6 - 8
Saturdays, 10:15am - 11:15am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Libby Pope
Wizards will love playing games like Quidditch and creating some of the arts and crafts from the magical world of Hogwarts! Some spells will be cast as students explore the wizarding world through fun activities like wand-making, mandrake cultivating, and potion brewing. Hogwarts robes are encouraged for this fun class (either yours or one of ours), and students who are fans of the books but not really interested in “acting” per se will have a great time gathering with new friends each week as they bring aspects of Harry Potter’s world to life. Please note, there is no performance at the end of this class session to allow wizards time to create with their hands and minds instead each week.
Play Like a Pro
Ages 9 - 12
Saturdays, 10:15am - 11:15am
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Stephen Emery
Does your kid radiate star potential? Then they need the right tools to achieve star status! In "Play Like a Pro" students will spend every class learning professional theatrical practices through fun games and exercises that help them become an actor. Each class will focus on theatre tools that all actors use every day. Perfect for the kid that wants to play like a professional!
Sing the Songs
Ages 4 - 5
Saturdays, 11:30am - 12:30pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor TBD
Make movie magic with music this spring! Each week, students will explore a different song from popular films such as Moana, Brave, Mary Poppins and more. Through developing characters and beginning to learn performance techniques, each little star will gain skills in self-expression and build confidence.
Improv!
Ages 8 - 12
Saturdays, 11:30am - 12:30pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Brandon Johnson
What is Improv? Students will learn as they develop the ability to think on their feet in this fun class through the art of Improvisation. Using theatre sports, self-expression, characterization, and presentation students will learn how to channel their ideas as creative storytellers. Collaboration and teamwork with their classmates, developing confidence when performing in front of peers, and communicating their imagination and creative ideas to acting partners and the audience. Actors who have some improv experience will expand their skills in this class and share what they’ve learned in an Improv showcase at the last class.
Dance Adventure
Ages 4 - 5
Saturdays, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Imani Curtis
In this fun focused class, we will learn about storytelling through movement and expressing emotion with our bodies. We will apply what we've learned to practicing and performing short dance combinations. Along the way, we will journey through different dance genres, improve our spatial awareness and focus skills, and practice and perfect basic Broadway steps.
Puppet Fun
Ages 6 - 8
Saturdays, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Brandon Johnson
Come explore the magical world of Puppetry!!! Each week students will make different homemade style puppets and learn how to bring them to life. There’ll also be fun theatre games and an end-of session showcase for family and friends featuring your very own puppet creations!
Basic Stage Combat
Ages 9 - 12
Saturdays, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Ronald Benson-El Jr
Learn to (safely) fight onstage this spring! Instructor Ronald Benson-El is certified in multiple stage combat disciplines and was recently a fight captain of the Netflix production Money Heist: The Experience NYC. A kind and calm instructor, Ronald will safely teach students stage falls, fake punches, kicks, and throws with a smile. Students will gain understanding of basic stage combat concepts and discover how to apply the choreography to tell a story. At the end of the session, the group will perform scenes from The Princess Bride or Peter Pan to show off their new combat skills.
Rising Stars
Ages 6 - 8
Saturdays, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Imani Curtis
Young dancers and singers will learn musical
theatre basics - or build on what they know
already - in this fun creative movement class that will help them learn how to act out songs with enthusiasm and lots of energy. Beginners are welcome to join this group and shine onstage at the final class during a presentation for parents. No previous experience is required. The instructor will meet each student at their current level of experience so that everyone learns new techniques and has fun!
Heroes and Villains Onstage
Ages 9+
Saturdays, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
April 1st - May 20th, 2023
*No Class April 8th
Instructor Ronald Benson-El Jr
Create a character and build a story in this unique stage combat class! Throughout this workshop, students will learn techniques to safely execute stage combat using prop swords, and develop skills including various blocks, parries, slashes, avoids, footwork etc. Students will also learn basic swordsmanship languages and terms including a breakdown of the parts of a sword and glossary terms and definitions of a variety of actions and moves. Students will work throughout the workshop to create their own characters and scenes to pair with the choreography they will present. The goal of the course will be to have students safely execute fight choreography as well as their original scenes in a final presentation to parents on the last day of class. Young actors interested in beefing up their resumes and developing new skills to use in school productions will love this class!
UPDATED MASK POLICY:
Masks are not required for class.
Any student who wishes to remain masked is welcome to do so.
