| A.C.T. Fall 2010 Course Schedule Lake Forest | ||
Classes offered through:
|
Grade School Classes Middle School Classes |
High School Classes Adult Classes |
| Minimum enrollment is 8 students, with a maximum of 16. Classes and instructors are subject to change at Citadel Theatre’s discretion. | ||
 |
Acting For Stage I | |||
| Ages 6 – 9 | ||||
| Together this class will explore the excitement of learning to be an actor on stage! This introductory course offers basic acting skills including characterization, working with a script, vocal production, improvisation and theater terminology. The last class will be open for parents and friends to view the progress of our thespians and play along! | ||||
|
||||
 |
Singing For Musical Theatre I | |||
| Ages 6 – 9 | ||||
| We will explore the fundamentals of singing and build healthy vocal technique both as a group and as individuals, in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere. Each student will be assigned musical theatre repertoire chosen specifically for him or her. Topics will include auditioning, repertoire, musicality, interpretation, and performance practice. | ||||
|
||||
 |
Acting For Stage II | |||
| Ages 10 – 15 | ||||
| Students find their creative voice as they challenge themselves to grow as a stage actor. In this second level acting class, students will delve into script work and analysis, characterization with a focus on relationships, vocal projection and inflection, and advanced improvisation skills. In this safe and welcoming environment, students can stretch their wings and soar to stardom! | ||||
|
||||
 |
Singing For Musical Theatre II | |||
| Ages 10 – 15 | ||||
| In this second level class, we will continue to explore vocal health, technique and fundamentals to perform musical theatre pieces. Each student will be assigned repertoire chosen specifically for him or her. Students will complete the class prepared with pieces they can use for musical auditions in the future. | ||||
|
||||
 |
Acting For Stage III | |||
| Ages 12 – 16 | ||||
| Students with a background in theater will fine tune skills in this intensive class. An introduction to acting approaches and methods will allow students to begin to create their own style of acting. The basic principles of Meisner, Stanislavski, Adler and more will be introduced and practiced while working with scenes. Take on the challenge! | ||||
|
||||
 |
Young Ensemble| Ages 12 – 18 | Our Young Ensemble is comprised of talented and advanced actors between the ages of 12-18. Participation in the ensemble is granted through audition only. We will produce, design, build and rehearse a show, to be performed for young audiences. This fall we are excited to be doing The Legend of Sleepy Hollow which will be performed as an outdoor hike, where the audience will follow us to different scene locations. With performances on Halloween weekend, we are sure the kick off of Young Ensemble will be a scream! | Call 847-735-8554 for more details and to schedule an audition. Auditions will be held Friday, August 20 from 12 to 4 pm at Stirling Hall in Lake Forest. The ensemble meets twice a week for 2 and a half hours.
|
| ||||
 |
On-Camera Acting Technique | |||
| For Students and Adults 15+ | ||||
| Our workshop is designed to get you comfortable in front of the camera. Participants ages 15 and up work together and individually on commercial, comedic and dramatic scripts in this fun and informative class. Learn the basics of on-camera acting and auditioning, or simply come to polish up your technique. | ||||
|
||||
 |
Adult Actor’s Stretch | |||
| For Adults 18+ | ||||
| This class is designed for the actor to continue to grow/stretch focusing on all aspects of acting foundations; scene study, building a character, improvisation, monologue and audition technique. The Adult Actor’s Stretch presents a safe and supportive environment – without the major commute downtown! | ||||
|
||||
|
Ellen Lancaster, an Equity actress and active performer in TV, Radio and on Broadway is available for private coaching. Cost: $180 for a packet of 6, $30 single lesson (minimum of 4 to purchase at one time). Call (847) 735-8554 to register. | ||||
