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workshops & Masterclasses

Adult Broadway Jazz Masterclass

Tuesday, May 7 | 7:00-9:00pm

Instructor: Liz Ewing

This adult dance workshop is for intermediate dancers. In this fast-moving class, students will learn the steps of Broadway dance by focusing on performance, musicality, expression and interpretation. This workshop will include a jazz warm-up, across the floor exercises, and learning a choreographed dance in the Broadway style to a musical theatre song. Jazz shoes are recommended.

Ages 19+ | $45

Located in Studio One

Country Line Dancing

Friday, May 10 | 6:30-7:30pm

Instructor: Liz Ewing

Join Liz Ewing for a fun night socializing and learning country line dances at the Academy of The Company Theatre! Put on your cowboy boots, leave your achy-breaky heart at home, and come have a good time! (Ages 18+)

Ages 18+ | $25

Located in Gala Room

teen audition prep workshop

Saturday, may 11 | 1:00-2:00pm

Instructor: Jennifer Schaffer

Back by popular demand! Audition Prep Workshop with Company Theatre Favorite, Jennifer Shaffer. Do cold readings at auditions stress you out? Become an auditioning pro under the guidance of Jennifer Schaffer! Students will practice cold readings alone or in small groups while Jennifer gives you all the tips and tricks you need to succeed.

Ages 12-19 | $45

Located in Studio One

Adult auditioning workshop (4-week intensive)

june 7–june 28 | 7:00-9:00pm

Instructor: Derek and Carol Stearns

Instructors Carol & Derek Stearns return for this Adult Auditioning Workshop! Learn how to audition and hone your skills with cold readings and monologues. Runs for 4 weeks on Fridays, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, starting June 7. (Note: Adult students can audit this class for $100 if they would prefer to observe rather than participate. Contact the Education Coordinator for this option).

Ages 18+ | $240

Located in Gala Room

Adlut Classes

Adult Classes

Adult Acting - Session 2

Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30pm

Beginning March 20

Instructor: Christa Dunn

For the beginning adult performer, or those returning to the stage after a hiatus, this class will focus on the core principles of scenework, monologues, projection, diction, characterization, physicality, and emoting. Audition preparation will also be covered.

Ages 18+

Tuition: $130

Located in Studio One

Meets for Six Weeks: March 20 - May 1 (No Class on April 17)

Adult broadway jazz - intermediate - session 2

tuesdays | 7:00-8:00pm

Beginning March 19

Instructor: Liz Ewing

This adult dance class is for intermediate dancers. This fast-moving class teaches the steps of Broadway dance by focusing on performance, musicality, expression, and interpretation. Each session involves a jazz warm-up, across-the-floor exercises, and learning a choreographed dance in the Broadway-style to a musical theatre song. Jazz shoes are recommended. Previous dance experience is required.

Ages 19+

Tuition: $130

Located in Studio One

Meets for Six Weeks: March 19 - April 30 (No Class on April 16)

Adult Improv - Session 2

tuesdays | 7:00-8:00pm

Beginning March 19

Instructor: Christa Dunn

Have trouble speaking extemporaneously? Hate giving that big presentation at work? Love shows like “Whose Line Is It, Anyway?” This class geared towards adults will teach students how to say Yes, and, to listen and react, to create memorable characters and build compelling scenes spontaneously, to work well as part of a comedic ensemble, to build confidence in speaking without a script, and to have a lot of laughs. Class time will focus on games, good theatre practices, and short-form scene work. Theatrical experience is a plus but definitely not required.

Ages 18+

Tuition: $130

Located in the Gala Room

Meets for Six Weeks: March 19 - April 30 (No Class on April 16)

adult tap - Session 2

wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm

Beginning March 20

Instructor: Diana Gossard

Designed for the advanced beginner, you’ll love this Tap class with dance instructor Diana Gossard! This class will review the basics of Tap, and can be adapted to meet the individual levels of experience students bring to the studio. Some previous Tap experience is recommended, though not required. This class is designed for adults and young adults alike, ages 16 and up.

Ages 16+

Tuition: $130

Located in Studio One

Meets for Six Weeks: March 20 - May 1 (No Classes on April 17)

on camera acting - session 2

thursdays | 6:00-7:00pm

Beginning March 21

Instructor: Danny Bolton & Michael Hammond

Lights! Camera! Fun! This course will explore with students the basic requirements of acting on camera. Using actual commercial copy and film and video scripts, we’ll work on ways in which to adjust acting styles to effectively fit into the onscreen world. Through video recording and playback of acting exercises, students will be guided through a hands-on experience of working on set and “hitting their marks.”

Ages 16+

Tuition: $130

Located in the Loft

Meets for Six Weeks: March 21 - May 2 (No Class on April 18)

Youth Classes

A.C.T Junior

tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm

beginning January 30

Instructor: Christa Dunn & Julia Hoitt

Children spend each class learning songs, dances, making crafts, and making believe. This specially designed offering will introduce young ones to the arts while they explore their creativity and build their confidence in a fun and nurturing environment!

Ages 5-7

Tuition: $295

Located in the Gala Room

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

A.C.T Tech nights

Wednesdays | 7:00-9:00pm

Beginning Janaury 30

Instructor: Christie Reading

In this course, teens will learn the ins and outs of set construction, stage management, lighting, prop and sound design and more from the pros in a working theatre! Join technical theatre teacher Christie Reading for this weekly course where students will get hands-on experience while working on and designing pieces that will be used in The Company Theatre’s award-winning musicals. For students who graduate successfully from this program, there will be opportunities to work on our technical team during one of our shows. No prior technical experience is necessary.

Ages 12-18

Tuition: $295

Located in the Scene Shop

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 31 - May 7 (No Class on February 21 or April 17)

acting for film & tv

tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm

Beginning january 30

Instructor: Michael Hammond

Actors, camera operators, and directors needed! The class becomes a production company that creates and stars in their own videos. Acting for film and TV is different from acting on stage. Relate to your fellow actor in a believable conversation while finding your mark, using your eyes, face, and subtle body language to convey emotion. This class will explore the fine acting techniques used in film and television, and give you the confidence to act in front of a camera.

Ages 11-14

Tuition: $295

Located in the Loft

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

Center stage 1

Thursdays | 4:00-5:00pm

Beginning February 1

Instructor: Christie Reading & Robert McDonough

Center Stage classes are comprehensive introductions to the techniques and skills needed to have fun and succeed in musical theatre. Students will be guided through a curriculum of instruction in acting, singing, music theory, and movement. Each class is divided up into mini vocal, dance and acting lessons that include lively activities taught by two or more instructors. Students will also receive coaching in the art of auditioning.

Ages 7-11

Tuition: $295

Located in Studio One

Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

center stage 2

tuesdays | 4:00-5:00pm

Beginning January 30

Instructor: Mel Carubia & Robert McDonough

Center Stage classes are comprehensive introductions to the techniques and skills needed to have fun and succeed in musical theatre. Students will be guided through a curriculum of instruction in acting, singing, music theory, and movement. Each class is divided up into mini vocal, dance, and acting lessons that include lively activities taught by two or more instructors. Students will also receive coaching in the art of auditioning.

Ages 12-18

Tuition: $295

Located in Studio One

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 30 - May 7 (No Class on February 20 or April 16)

children's acting

thursdays | 5:00-6:00pm

Beginning February 1

Instructor: Christie Reading

This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of acting technique in a fun and exciting environment. Students will explore theatre games, improv, monologues, voice and speech work, physicality, and short scenes! Must be able to read.

Ages 8-12

Tuition: $295

Located in Studio One

Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

dance - youth tap

Thursdays | 4:30-5:30pm

Beginning february 1

Instructor: Brandy Nickerson

This intermediate class is designed for students with some previous Tap experience, however, we welcome students of all experience levels! This class will review the basics of Tap, and can be adapted to meet the individual levels of experience students bring to the studio. Students will perform a dance in the Spring Showcase at the end of the semester. (Tap shoes are required).

Ages 8-12

Tuition: $275

Located in Studio Two

Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

dance - youth jazz & lyrical

thursdays | 5:15-6:00pm

Beginning February 1

Instructor: Brandy Nickerson

This combo class will focus on both Jazz and Lyrical dance styles. Previous experience in these areas is a plus, but definitely not required! Students will perform a dance in the Spring Showcase at the end of the semester.

Ages 8-12

Tuition: $275

Located in Studio Two

Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1- May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

dance - teen tap

thursdays | 6:00-6:45pm

Beginning February 1

Instructor: Brandy Nickerson

Ages 13+

Tuition: $275

Located in Studio Two

Meets for 13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

dance - teen jazz

thursdays | 6:45-7:30pm

Beginning february 1

Instructor: Brandy Nickerson

This class will explore one of the most popular dance styles of the Broadway stage: Jazz! Known for its animated expressions and sharp yet fluid motions, Jazz is a great option for those looking to improve their movement on stage. Designed for teens of all experience levels. (Jazz shoes recommended).

Ages 13+

Tuition: $275

Located in Studio Two

Meets for S13 Weeks: February 1 - May 9 (No Class on February 22 or April 18)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

Disney Legends

Mondays | 6:00-7:00pm

Beginning January 29

Instructor: Bella Seney

This class will look at Disney movies and explore the personalities of the iconic characters from them. Kids will also look at Disney movies that have made the jump to the stage, look at how that was done, then create a performance piece of their own mishmash of Disney franchises.

Ages 8-12

Tuition: $295

Located in the Gala Room

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 29 - May 6 (No Class on February 19 or April 15)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

fractured fairy tales

Mondays | 5:00-6:00pm

Beginning January 29

Instructor: Bella Seney

In this class, students will play theatre games, learn about improv, discover the basics of acting and use all these skills to create or recreate our own stories. We will incorporate fairytales, legends, fables and mythology to create our own mini show! (Ability to read is required).

Ages 8-14

Tuition: $295

Located in the Gala Room

Meets for 13 Weeks: January 29 - May 6 (No Class on February 19 or April 15)

Spring Showcase on May 4 @ 11:00AM

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