| A.C.T. Spring 2012 Course Schedule Lake Forest | ||
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| Classes and instructors are subject to change at Citadel Theatre’s discretion. Note: there are no classes the week of March 24 to April 1, and on April 8 | ||
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Imagination | |||
| Students in Grades Pre-k - K | ||||
| This class will build motor skills, encourage creative thinking and imagination in a playful and interactive group environment. Students learn the fundamentals of theatere in a high energy, full-filled yet structured classroom environment. Minimum of 8 students required. | ||||
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Discovery | |||
| Students in Grades 1-2 | ||||
| Students will create their own fun as they engage in theatre games, storytelling and coval development activities. Students will develop their own stories and characters. Creativity, self-esteem and team building will be developed. The last week, students will showcase their work for friends and family! Minimum of 8 students required. | ||||
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Creation | |||
| Students in Grades 3 - 5 | ||||
| Training turns the corner towards a more focused set of skills. Students in this class will explore improvisation and gain knowledge of theatrical terms. The last week, students will showcase their work for friends and family! Minimum of 8 students required. | ||||
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Performance Class: Cinderella | |||
| For Students Grades 2 - 6 | ||||
| This class will study, rehearse and perform a play. Students will practice and apply characterization, movement, vocalization and scene study skills to a lively, exciting script. This class is open to anyone who registers. Casting is completed during the first 2 weeks of class. The play will be performed on April 24 and 25, with the performance open to the public. Join us for a full and complete theatre experience! Minimum of 12 students required. | ||||
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NEW! Dialect Class | |||
| For Students Grades 6-9 | ||||
| This class will help young actors develop artistic, authentic-sounding accents and integrate them into fully developed, believable characters. Dialects students will be introduced to include Standard British, Cockney, Irish, and American Southern. | ||||
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Acting Styles Exploration | |||
| For Students Grades 6-7 and 8-9 | ||||
| This class is for students who love acting and are ready to take it to the next level. Explore comedy and drama using the actor's instrument: voice, body and imagination. This class will help students prepare to become members of the Young Ensemble. The last week, students will showcase their work for friends and family! | ||||
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Private coaching is available in all theatrical disciplines: singing, audition prep, character development, text work. Call us at (847) 735-8554 or email act@citadeltheatre.org. |
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Scene Study for Teens | |||
| For Students Grades 9 - 12 | ||||
| This class is for actors ready to be challenged, to learn to investigate the power of risk-taking and make bold acting choices, to become more proficient in character analysis, truthful personalization and build a vocabulary for the craft of acting. Scenes will be selected to help you discover your potential and grow artistically. You will build your confidence for auditions and be further prepared if you seek a performing arts college or professional acting career. Minimum of 6 students required. | ||||
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Young Ensemble| Ages 12 - 18 | This group is comprised of students between the ages of 12 to 17 who are serious about acting. The Young Ensemble is a Conservatory approach to theatre arts and is taught by seasoned professionals. We offer unique classes that each focus on theatre styles. This Spring we will discover the thrilling world of Melodrama with its Dashing Heroes and Damsels in Distress battling the evil machinations of the cold-blooded Villain where suspense, plot twists, music and spectacle abound! The Young Ensemble members will be encouraged to make bold vocal and physical choices in this early 19th Century theatrical style such as dramatic asides, the tableaux and sensational emotions. | This Conservatory style approach is a great opportunity for dedicated and talented students to become well versed in specialized areas that will prepare them for the professional level of the performance industry. Minimum of 6 students required with a maximum of 16. Admittance to Young Ensemble is by audition or invitation only. The next audition is Saturday, January 15th Call or email to reserve an audition time. 847-735-8554 or act@citadeltheatre.org.
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The Lake Forest Recreation Center is at 400 Hastings Rd., Lake Forest, IL Click here for driving directions. Stirling Hall is part of the Grove Cultural Campus at 60 E. Old Mill Rd., Lake Forest, IL Click here for driving directions. |
