Skills Classes
Acting, Musical Theater,
Film & Video, Technical Theater
Introduction to Acting
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Ages 6-14
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Learn basic acting techniques, tips and terms. This fun format
introduces students to warm-ups, stage direction, theater etiquette, character analysis,
scene work and more. Intro II students will work on more advanced material, and are invited
to attend a free performance of Sleeping Beauty, on May 10 at 2 p.m. This class is a
suggested prerequisite to playlab classes.
| I-(A) Mon. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 6-9 |
3/31-6/2 |
| I-(B) Sat. |
10:00-12:00 |
Ages 6-9 |
4/5-6/7 |
| Dillard
Loehrke - Demonstration last class |
$165 |
| II-(A) Wed. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 10-14 |
4/2-5/28 |
| II-(B) Sat. |
12:00-2:00 |
Ages 10-14 |
4/5-6/7 |
| Loehrke - Demonstration last class |
$165 |
NEW! Beg. Yoga & Creative Movement
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Ages 6-14
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Mindy has developed this brand new class especially for young actors.
She will use music and games to help students feel comfortable with their bodies, posture,
movement choices, and characterizations both human and animal.
| I-Thur. |
4:00-5:00 |
Ages 6-9 |
4/3-5/29 |
| II-Thur. |
5:00-6:00 |
Ages 10-14 |
4/3-5/29 |
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Dillard - Demonstration last class |
$125 |
Intermediate Acting
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Age 11-16
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Review basic acting techniques then move on to in-depth character analysis,
monologues, scene work and more. Intermediate students will be invited to attend a free performance
of Sleeping Beauty, May 10 at 2 p.m. Previous class or performance work required.
| (A) Wed. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 11-16 |
4/2-5/28 |
| (B) Sat. |
2:00-4:00 |
Ages 11-16 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Warren - Demonstration last class |
$165 |
Advanced Acting Studio - Session III
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Ages 11-18
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This studio class is for advanced performers seeking to perfect theater skills
and awareness. Intensive study of technique, monologue, and scene work from classic plays are combined
with exciting and relevant professional guests. A year-long, three-term commitment is recommended.
Instructor approval or KidsPro NW membership required.
| Sun. |
1:30-4:00 |
Ages 11-18 |
4/6-6/8 |
| Bridges - Demonstration last class |
$195 |
| Comedy Matters! |
Ages 11-16
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Is Last Comic Standing your idea of great TV? Do you have
a favorite Monty Python sketch? Do you search for reruns of Whose Line Is It? If so
then comedy matters to you. You should take this class!
| Sun. |
2:00-4:00 |
Ages 11-16 |
4/6-6/8 |
| Loehrke - Demonstration last class |
$165 |
| Private Coaching |
All Ages
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One-on-one intensive coaching for musical and non-musical theater. A coach
will help you choose/polish music and monologues or work on specific acting needs. They will tell
you what to expect at an audition and give tips on audition preparation. One session or multiple
sessions available. By appointment only, 503-222-2190.
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| Beginning Voice and Dance |
Ages 9-14
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Ez and Mindy will introduce students to voice and dance techniques, with
an emphasis on performing for musical theater. The classes will work on solos and group numbers
from favorite musicals.
| I-Tues. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 9-11 |
4/1-5/27 |
| II-Wed. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 11-14 |
4/2-5/28 |
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Dillard,
Weiss - Demonstration last class |
$165 |
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| Basic TV/Film Acting |
Ages 8-16
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Act on camera and get a taste of the exciting world of film acting.
Sandra will introduce you to improvisation, presentation, audition skills and much more
as you use work on real film and television scripts! Class is limited to 8.
| I-Sat. |
1:30-3:00 |
Ages 8-11 |
4/5-6/7 |
| II-Sat. |
3:00-4:30 |
Ages 12-16 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Peabody - Parents welcome last class |
$180 |
| No, No, a Thousand Times No! |
Ages 8-12
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Aspiring film makers and actors will love this hands-on
class! Help write, act in costume, and film a hilarious old style melodrama.
You’ll get your own copy so you can watch yourself over and over again.
| Sat. |
10:00-12:00 |
Ages 8-12 |
4/5-6/7 |
Kitchens - Screening last class |
$175 |
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Join Drammy winner Roger Monroe in the fascinating world of technical theater and
design. Learn about sound, lighting, special effects and more. You will be invited to sit in on a
selected mainstage rehearsal; and be a “techie” for one of the playlab performances.
| Sat. |
4:30-6:00 |
Ages 11-16 |
4/5-6/7 |
|
Monroe |
$150 |
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Playlab Classes
Fantasy, Folk & Fairytales, Classical Theater, Contemporary Theater,
Musical Theater, First Stage, Workshops & Seminars
| Fantasy, Folk and Fairytales |
Inspired by Maurice Sendak’s wise book, this fun class has
movement, music and monsters! Celebrate your wild thing this spring!
| Sat. |
12:00-2:00 |
Performance 6/8 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Dillard - Demonstration last Class |
$180 |
| Really Tall Tales—Johnny Appleseed |
Ages 10-14 |
This merry romp, complete with guitar pickin’, is based on American folk heroes
such as Calamity Jane, Pecos Bill and Chief Sitting Bull. Now, we don’t really know if they met Johnny
Appleseed, but for goodness sake take this fun class and pretend they did!
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| Shakespeare’s Magical Creatures |
Ages 10-14 |
Fantastical characters are challenging yet accessible for all levels of students.
Oberon and Titania, unsightly Caliban, mischievous Puck and more provide a solid foundation for scene
& character work.
| Sat. |
10:00-12:00 |
Performance 6/8 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Coreson |
$180 |
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This modern one-act, by Linda J. Barnes, has won multiple awards. This ensemble
piece with improvisation considers the serious conflict of the beautiful dreams of the young within
the limiting face of reality. Don’t miss this winner taught by an exciting new teacher!
| Sat. |
2:00-4:00 |
Performance 6/7 |
4/5-6/7 |
|
Loehrke |
$180 |
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| Make a Musical—Castle in a Cloud! |
Ages 7-10 |
Class emphasis is on musical creativity. Teachers will work
with you to write a musical script featuring a lofty castle, a strange beast and
a magical secret!
| (A) Tues. |
4:00-6:00 |
Performance 5/27 |
4/1-5/27 |
| (B) Sat. |
12:00-2:00 |
Performance 6/8 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Ellingson,
Kitchens,
Warren |
$180 |
| Musical Masters—Woody Guthrie: This Land! |
Ages 11-16 |
Woody saw the Depression, the Dust Bowl, the World Wars, and the Cold War.
A keen observer stricken by wanderlust, he wrote and sang about it all. This playlab uses his
words and music to tell the story.
| Sat. |
4:00-6:00 |
Performance 6/8 |
4/5-6/7 |
|
Warren |
$180 |
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First Stage
NWCT now offers these exciting theater classes for our youngest performers. |
Come join the fun and build confidence! Start at the very beginning to learn about
the world of theater. Sing, create characters, act out stories, put on puppet shows and much more!
| (A) Mon. |
2:00-4:00 |
Ages 4½-6 |
3/31-6/2 |
| (B) Mon. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 4½-6 |
3/31-6/2 |
| (C) Sat. |
10:00-12:00 |
Ages 4½-6 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Ellingson,
Hayden - Short performance each class |
$165 |
| NEW! Wiggle Worms! |
Ages 3-5
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It’s okay to wiggle and squirm in this class. Suezann will introduce students to
movement skills using a fun format and a wide range of music old and new.
| (A) Mon. |
3:00-4:00 |
Ages 3-4 |
3/31-6/2 |
| (B) Tues. |
3:00-4:00 |
Ages 4-5 |
4/1-5/27 |
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Kitchens - Short performance last class |
$125 |
| NEW! By the Sea! |
Ages 5-7
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Use your imagination. Dive with the mermaids and ride the seven seas with
pirates as we use theater arts to create a small play all about the wonderful ocean.
| (A) Tues. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 5-7 |
4/1-5/27 |
| (B) Sat. |
12:00-2:00 |
Ages 5-7 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Hayden - Performance last class |
$165 |
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| Audition Workshop |
Ages 9-18
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This intensive audition workshop will prepare students for various types of auditions.
Students will compile resumes, learn cold-reading, improv techniques, and audition etiquette. Guests will
provide information on varied audition topics. Each student will receive individual coaching to prepare a
monologue and a song for audition. Tuition includes information booklet and Star Struck Seminar.
Last class is your season audition.
| I-(A) Thur. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 9-11 |
4/3-6/5 |
| I-(B) Sat. |
12:00-2:00 |
Ages 9-11 |
4/5-6/7 |
| II-Sat. |
2:00-4:00 |
Ages 12-18 |
4/3-5/29 |
| III-Sat. |
4:00-6:00 |
Ages 11-16 |
4/5-6/7 |
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Kitchens,
Lipkin,
Stewart,
Weiss |
$195 |
| Scout & Brownie Badge Workshop |
Ages 8 & Up
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Boys welcome too—(planned activities may not qualify boys for a theater
badge.) Attend a theater class, see Sleeping Beauty and complete your theater badge,
all on the same evening! Room for a short dinner break is provided. Scout leader is free.
Other parents pay half-price.
| (A) Fri. |
4:30-6:30 |
Ages 8 & up |
5/16 |
| (B) Fri. |
4:30-6:30 |
Ages 8 &
up |
5/23 |
| Workshop & play |
$10/chaperone, $20/student |
| Star Struck Seminar |
All Ages
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Does your child have stars in their eyes? Then attend this seminar!
Agents, directors and young actors will present information on kids in the “Business.”
Topics include training, costs, portfolios, agents, odds of success and much more. Afterwards,
mingle with the panel for one on one dialogue. Information booklet and light refreshments included.
| Fri. (p.m.) |
7:00-9:00 |
All Ages |
4/25 |
| Peabody and panel |
$20/family |
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