Students wanting to learn performance fundamentals (or expand upon their existing knowledge) will explore core elements of actor training, rotating through the various subjects each day:
musical theater, voice & movement, acting theory, playwriting & design, improvisation, and Shakespeare.
These sessions are for students entering Grades 5-12 in Fall 2024, offered in two-week, three-week, and four-week sessions for new and returning students. Classes are 8:15AM - 4:20PM. There
is no class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day, or on July 4. Students are grouped according to grade level.
Explore Grades 5-12 Curriculum:
Beginning of Day: Each Academy day begins with a gathering to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best. Students will proceed to rotate through the
following curriculum:
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Acting Theory: Explore characters, relationships, action and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.
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Musical Theater: Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.
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Improvisation: Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.
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Shakespeare: Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.
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Voice and Movement: The use of speaking techniques increases relaxation, resonance, articulation and projection. By using movement techniques – including mime,
dance, circus and combat—students will enhance balance, agility, stage presence, awareness and focus.
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Playwriting and Design: Students will gain hands-on knowledge of what goes into being a professional designer. Students will also learn the early process of
expressing theme, character, and plot through dramatic writing.
End of Day: Each Academy Day concludes with a gathering to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.