Performing Arts Education at The Media Theatre

Welcome to the world of theatre! This 8-week course is perfect for a budding theatre beginner. Each week, students will focus on a specific skill. Check out the class descriptions below. Allow your young star to make new friends and try something new while developing their acting skills. This class will culminate in an invited showcase on the final day of class, during which parents can come and watch the students present what they have worked on in class. 

Sept. 19th Theatre Foundations: From stage directions to stage presence, explore the essential elements of theatre while building confidence, creativity, and performance skills.

Sept. 26th Improv & Collaboration: Think fast, make bold choices, and build confidence through improvisation, character work, and creative scene-building.

Oct. 3rd FINDING YOUR VOICE: Acting Through Song: Discover the connection between singing and storytelling as you develop vocal technique, expression, and the skills to bring musical theatre songs to life.

Oct. 17th Musical Theatre Movement: Explore choreography, musicality, and performance skills while learning how movement helps tell a story on stage.

Oct. 24th CHARACTER CREATION: Create memorable characters by exploring voice, movement, emotions, and the choices actors make to bring roles to life.

Oct. 31st THE ACTORS TOOLBOX: Discover how characters, conflict, and story structure work together as you explore the art of creating and performing meaningful stories.

Nov. 7 – BROADWAY BOUND: Combine singing, dancing, and acting while developing the confidence, skills, and stage presence of a musical theatre performer.

Nov. 14 – IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Put your skills into action as you rehearse and perform a showcase celebrating your creativity, confidence, and growth on stage.

Learn more about our instructors at the link below: https://www.mediatheatre.org/meet-the-instructors

1-hour class, 10:00 -11:00 AM, 8 week course. Sept 19th - Nov 14th. No class Oct. 10th. Great for students ages 10-13. To ensure a safe and successful experience for all, students must be able to participate independently in the activities and classroom environment.