Argg! Come sail the high seas this summer! Young actors and actresses will explore creative play and storytelling through an adaptation of the children’s book, How I Became a Pirate! Exercises and games will focus on the introduction of basic acting techniques, storytelling, puppetry, creating a character and fun team-building games. Share day on the final day of class will be for family and friends to witness a small staged production! All students receive a copy of the book, How I Became A Pirate, as a keepsake! Perfect for budding performers or those who participated in any class this past year at PTA!
Ages 6-8
Location: 224 Ecospace, Hartford
June 26 - June 30
8:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Simsmore Square Studios, Simsbury
June 26 - June 30
8:30am - 12:00pm
Tuition: $240 before 5/1, $280 after 5/1. Register now to save!
In this 2 week fun-filled session, students will explore the world of superheroes in mythology and modern stories! Through improv, scene study, creative play, and acting techniques, students will have fun creating their own characters and storylines. They will also rehearse a scripted play, and fully invest in the characters they bring to life! This and an original devised script will be performed at the conclusion of the session to families and friends!
Ages 9-12
Location: 224 Ecospace - Hartford
July 10 - 21
8:30am-3:30pm
Location: Simsmore Square - Simsbury
July 10 - 21
8:30am-3:30pm
Tuition: $480 before 5/1, $520 after 5/1. Register now and save!
This full-day program offers teen actors an opportunity to get some early pre-professional training as performers. Whether they’re interested in auditioning for college theatre programs or simply curious about what it’s like to train as an actor, students will thrive in this creative and encouraging theatrical overview. Students will learn techniques in memorization, script and character analysis while implementing exercises to keep scenes fresh and vibrant. Students will work on short scenes and monologues from a variety of genres and styles. The class will conclude with a showcase for family, friends and a panel of special guests that will offer professional and helpful critique and feedback to students. The session may also include workshops in various aspects of the performing arts including voice and speech, stage combat, movement, improvisation. An amazing opportunity for those looking for the next step up in the performance arts.
Ages 13-17
Location: 224 Ecospace - Hartford
July 10 - 21
8:30am-3:30pm
Location: Simsmore Square - Simsbury
July 10 - 21
8:30am-3:30pm
Tuition: $480 before 5/1, $520 after 5/1. Register now and save!
In this two week session, students will sing, dance, laugh and enjoy the magical fun of musical theatre while exploring the work and musical of Lin Manuel Miranda! Through ensemble work, script studies and acting exercises, students will explore characters and scenes, learn songs and simple choreography from selections of his works including but not limited to Hamilton, In the Heights, and Encanto!. Students will also have the chance to create lyrical raps in the manner of Miranda! A showcase will be performed at the conclusion of the session for families and friends!
Ages 9-12
Location: 224 Ecospace - Hartford
July 24 - August 4
8:30am-3:30pm
Location: Simsmore Square Studio - Simsbury
July 24 - August 4
8:30am-3:30pm
Tuition: $480 before 5/1, $520 after 5/1. Register now and save!
This full-day program offers teen actors an opportunity to get some early pre-professional training as performers. Whether they’re interested in auditioning for college theatre programs or simply curious about what it’s like to train as an actor, students will thrive in this creative and encouraging theatrical overview. Students will learn techniques in memorization, script analysis and character analysis while implementing exercises to keep scenes fresh and vibrant. Students will work on short scenes and monologues from a variety of genres and styles. The class will conclude with a showcase for family, friends and a panel of special guests that will offer professional and helpful critique and feedback to students. The session may also include workshops in various aspects of the performing arts including voice and speech, stage combat, movement, improvisation. An amazing opportunity for those looking for the next step up in the performance arts.
Ages 13-17
Location: 224 Ecospace - Hartford
July 24th - August 4th
8:30am-3:30pm
Location: Simsmore Square Studio - Simsbury
July 24th - August 4th
8:30am-3:30pm
Tuition: $480 before 5/1, $520 after 5/1. Register now and save!
“Let the wild rumpus start!” Young actors and actresses will explore creative play and storytelling through an adaptation of the children’s book, Where the Wild Things Are! Exercises and games will focus on the introduction of basic acting techniques, storytelling, puppetry, creating a character and fun team-building games. Share day on the final day of class will be for family and friends to witness a small staged production! All students receive a copy of the book, Where the Wild Things Are, as a keepsake! Perfect for budding performers or those who participated in any class this past year at PTA!
Ages 6-8
Location: 224 Ecospace - Hartford
August 7 - 11
8:30am-3:30pm
Location: Simsmore Square Studio - Simsbury
August 7 - 11
8:30am-3:30pm
Tuition: $240 before 5/1, $280 after 5/1. Register now to save!
Classes are held at the 224 Ecospace and Simsmore Square Studios. See directions here.
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