Step into the world of theater with this immersive course designed to introduce students to the essentials of acting and performance. You’ll practice vocal techniques, explore movement, and dive into the creative process of dramaturgy and playmaking. From mastering improvisation and mime to analyzing scenes and perfecting audition skills, this course covers a broad spectrum of theatrical genres and techniques. Whether you're looking to refine your craft or discover the magic of the stage, this course offers an exciting, hands-on theater experience.
Take your acting skills to the next level in this advanced course focused on refining and expanding your theatrical abilities. You’ll delve deeper into vocal techniques, physicality, and nuanced movement, while mastering the intricacies of scene analysis and character development. Explore complex dramaturgy, advanced playmaking, and sophisticated improvisation methods. Through intensive exercises, you’ll enhance your performance style and adaptability across various theatrical genres. The course will also include advanced audition techniques and preparation for professional settings.
Discover the vibrant world of musical theater in this engaging and comprehensive course, where acting, singing, and dancing come together to create dynamic performances. Students will explore techniques in vocal performance, choreography, and character development, while studying iconic musicals and their impact on the performing arts. Emphasis will be placed on collaboration, creativity, and building confidence through storytelling and stagecraft. Whether you're an experienced performer or new to the stage, this class provides the tools to grow as an artist and contribute to show-stopping ensemble productions.
Introduction to Dance provides an overview for students to Dance as a discipline. Students become acquainted with basic technique in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, improvisation, and salsa dance. Students will develop physical awareness that is critical throughout their lives. Gaining movement skills and finding confidence through movement are a focus of this class. No previous dance experience is necessary.
Using the techniques mastered in Introduction to Dance, students will apply that knowledge to their own choreography. Advanced Dance and choreography exposes students to a variety of styles, choreographers, repertoire and music. The exploration of the process and essence of the art form helps students develop technical skills, artistry and a broader scope of life as citizens-artists-athletes in a global community. Performances offer a great opportunity and exposure for students to experience what it is like to be part of major productions. In addition to developing performance techniques, each student will be required to choreograph a dance for the class to perform at the end of the course. Dance experience and or training is required.
In this course, students will explore the artistic, theoretical, historical, and technical foundations of scenic, lighting, and sound design. Through research projects and script analysis, you’ll gain a deep appreciation for how these design elements bring stories to life on stage. From creating atmosphere with lighting to enhancing emotion through sound, you’ll experience the full range of theatrical design as an art form. Hands-on projects, along with oral and written critiques, will develop both your practical skills and critical eye, preparing you to approach theater design with creativity and insight.
In this course, you’ll develop essential communication skills that will empower you in a wide range of speaking situations. Through hands-on practice, you’ll learn how to conduct thorough research, structure your ideas clearly, and write with precision for impactful verbal delivery. We’ll also explore stylistic techniques, visual aids, and presentation strategies to make your message memorable. You’ll refine your ability to analyze and provide constructive feedback, all while building the self-confidence needed to communicate effectively and professionally. This course will give you the tools to connect, engage, and leave a lasting impression.