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Youth Studio Classes
Fall Studio
Saturday classes run September 21 - November 23 and Tuesday classes run September 24 - November 19Story Theatre
Ages 5-6
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 10:00–11:00 am OR Tuesdays: 4:30–5:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$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 or beginning readers.
Let's Act
Ages 7-8
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 10:00–11:00 am OR Tuesdays: 5:30–6:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$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.
Musical Theatre Cabaret Jr.
Ages 5-8
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 11:15 am–12:15 pm
Classical Magnet School
$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!
Youth Acting
Ages 9-12
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 12:30–1:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$225
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Students will work on basic acting techniques throgh theatre games, improvisation, and scripts. No previous experience needed!
Mini-Production: Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock
Ages 5-8
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 10:00–11:15 am
Classical Magnet School
$250
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Students will rehearse and perform a mini-production of “Anansi and the Moss Covered Rock.” Based on a West African tale, Anansi is the story of a very tricky spider who discovers a magic rock that he uses to steal food from all the jungle inhabitants. The last laugh is on Anansi, of course, but not before everyone has a chance to sing some fun songs about yams, dancing mangos, and Anansi's mischief.
Mini-Production: The Environmental Show
Ages 5-8
September 24–November 19, 2013
Tuesdays: 4:30–5:45 pm
Classical Magnet School
$250
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Students will rehearse and perform a mini-production of “The Environmental Show.” It's the night before the rock band's last-chance gig, and their old tour bus has broken down. As they set up a sloppy camp, strange creatures emerge from the woods. Enchanted plastic bottles, banana skins, light bulbs and even a rusted SUV come to life, and they have some advice for the rockers on how to change their behavior, save the band, and help the environment.
Acting for the Camera & Beyond!
Ages 9+
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 11:30 am–12:45 pm
Classical Magnet School
$250
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This class will introduce young performers to the principles of acting for different genres through work on scenes and monologues from TV, film and stage. Students also will work on resume preparation, audition technique and the basics of text analysis. All levels welcome.
Teen Scene Study
Ages 14+
September 21–November 23, 2013
Saturdays: 1:30–2:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$225
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Working on scenes and monologues, students will learn the basics of text analysis, character development, blocking, and working with a scene partner.
Mark Twain Players
Ages 9+
September 24–November 19, 2013
Tuesdays: 5:30–7:00 pm
Classical Magnet School
$250
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A unique performance opportunity for students who have already participated in classes and are looking to develop their craft as performers. Working with the Mark Twain House, students will develop characters for a costumed interpretation series that combines history, theatre, and improvisation. Students will participate in two events at the Mark Twain House: Victorian Scary Stories and the Olde Fashioned Christmas at Nook Farm.
Production Class: The One and Only Santa Claus*
Ages 9+
September 21 - December 21, 2013
Saturdays: 1:00–4:00 pm
Evening rehearsals: December 17-19
Performances: December 20 & 21
Classical Magnet School
$425
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* Previous related experience or audition with Studio Manager Emely Larson is required for casting.
Live in your living room, it’s your favorite TV show: “American Profiles!" In a series of hilarious and heart-warming sketches, host Yul Tide and co-host Chrystal Flakes explore what Santa Claus really represents, introducing us to various people who know and love him. The show is full of bloopers and comic bickering as the TV crew clamors to find old St. Nick, but Santa’s not the only thing that’s missing. They can’t seem to find their Christmas spirit, either. Along the way, we meet the mail carrier for the North Pole, Santa’s staff of elves as they run through their final check-list, mall santas, moms and dads, and even a shadowy figure with big ears who’s not so keen on the great gift-giver (think other furry holiday figures).
Private Acting Coaching
September 21–November 23, 2013
By Appointment
Classical Magnet School
$240
Work one-on-one with one of our teaching artists! Lessons will be scheduled by appointment only in 30 minute sessions. Attention will be given to voice and speech work, character development, physical acting, audition techniques and material selection.
Private Voice Lessons
September 21–November 23, 2013
By Appointment
Classical Magnet School
$360
Work one-on-one with an experienced voice instructor! Lessons will be scheduled by appointment only in 45 minute sessions. Students will be expected to practice at home between lessons.
Creative Drama Workshop
Ages 5-6
October 19–November 16, 2013
Saturdays: 11:15 am–12:15 pm
Classical Magnet School
$125
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This class will introduce young actors to basic theatre concepts such as ensemble, pantomime and characters.
Musical Theatre Jam Workshop
Ages 7-9
October 19–November 16, 2013
Saturdays: 12:30–1:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$125
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Students will explore vocal exercises, learn basic choreography, and combine song, dance and acting to explore musical theatre.
Mission Improvable Workshop
Ages 9+
October 19–November 16, 2013
Saturdays: 1:30–2:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
$125
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This class will introduce students to the basics tools of improvisation, including acceptance, spontenaiety and ensemble building.
Advanced Performance Troupe: Musical Theatre Cabaret
Ages 10+
September 24–November 19, 2013
Tuesdays: 6:00–7:30 pm
Classical Magnet School
Tuition Free. Audition Required*
Please Call Chelsea Caplan at 860-520-7244 to schedule your audition time from EITHER 5-6:30pm or 6:30-8pm.
You MUST call in order to audition.
Troupe members will create and perform a themed cabaret including a combination of group songs, solos, duets, trios, dances and scenes. This group will perform their own show, as well as performing at various venues throughout Greater Hartford.
Call 860-520-7244 or email ccaplan@hartfordstage.org to register for classes!