These classes are designed to develop specific acting skills in theater artists through theater games, vocal and physical expression, monologues and short scenes. Perfect for the those who want to learn about acting from the inside out! These classes are for individuals who believe they would like to eventually perform for an audience at the academic, community or professional levels.

Fall Classes meet October 5 - November 21, 2009
Winter Classes meet January 11 - March 6, 2010 
Spring Classes meet March 15-May 8, 2010  

Acting Technique: Monologue
Ages 8-12: Mondays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Ages 13-18: Tuesdays, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Limited to 8 students
Cost: $175

An aspiring actor must first learn the skills required to bring a character to life. Using age-appropriate materials, students will be taught how to warm up their bodies and voices, determine and sustain their characters’ objectives, and make conscious physical and vocal character decisions maintaining naturalism. Young actors will learn how to take blocking and direction.  Each student will develop an appropriate monologue suitable for auditioning.  At the end of each session, students will perform their monologues for an audience of family and friends.

Acting Technique: Scene Study
Ages 8-12: Fridays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Ages 13-18: Mondays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Limited to 12 students
Cost: $200

Using the skills they have developed in the Monologue class, students will begin to learn the techniques for sustaining a character and specific objectives while working on stage with other performers.  Students will learn how to be active listeners in the scene, receptive and reacting to what their fellow performers bring to the performance.  Finally, they will continue to develop their vocal and physical skills, creating characters that are natural and believable.  Elements of style and period will be introduced.  At the end of each session, students will perform their scenes for an audience of family and friends.
Successful completion of the Northern Stage Monologue class or permission of instructor required for registration.