Description

Please Note: To register for online classes that have already begun, please email dsassistant@youngpeoplestheatre.org.

The following classes begin online on Saturday, Oct. 17 and run until Dec. 5, 2020.

Class Requirements:

• We ask that a parent or caregiver is nearby, in the event a participant requires technical support. In the case of our JK – Gr. 4 students, we ask that a parent or caregiver is either present, or very nearby to assist with the student’s engagement or to provide support during the class.
• Below are some technical requirements needed for the best success of each participant:
  • A stationary camera and screen, such as a computer, laptop, iPad or tablet
  • Stable internet that allows for extended video calls
  • PLEASE NOTE: Cell phones cannot be used to participate in class
  • A microphone, which could be a headset or part of the computer.
• An adequate space that allows for movement free of physical hazards within the frame of the camera

JK-SK

Participants will engage in songs, creative games and imaginative prompts that get them up on their feet, developing emotional and physical awareness and control, and building their creative confidence as they express themselves through movement and improvisation. There are also optional follow-up activities that include arts and crafts, puppet making and drawing. (30 minutes).

Grade 1-2

Through imaginative games, and gesture and movement work, participants will develop their ability to express themselves verbally and physically, building a confidence in their own creative ideas and their capacity to collaborate. There are also optional follow-up activities that include arts and crafts, puppet making and drawing. (60 minutes).

Grade 3-4

Through imaginative games, and gesture and movement work, participants will develop their ability to express themselves verbally and physically, building a confidence in their own creative ideas and their capacity to collaborate. There are also optional follow-up activities that include arts and crafts, puppet making and drawing. (60 minutes).

Grade 5-6

This fun, active class, will provide participants the chance to get up and create on their feet, exploring physical and vocal expression, the principles of improvisation, character-building and how to collaborate as an ensemble. (90 minutes).

Grade 7-8

Students of all levels are welcome! Participants will engage in a variety of physical, vocal and improvisation games and exercises, developing confidence in their ideas, expression, ability to create on their feet and collaborate as an ensemble. Classes will explore how an actor prepares to perform, the basic principles of improvisation, as well as methodologies for character creation. (120 minutes).

Audition Technique (Gr. 7-8)

For students auditioning for an arts school or show, or who love diving into text work, this is the class to take! Students learn the strategies and skills necessary to bring their monologues to life and make the best impression online! (120 minutes).

Grade 9-12

*Please note this class will run in the winter term.

Students of all levels are welcome! Participants will engage in a variety of physical, vocal and improvisation games and exercises, developing confidence in their ideas, expression, ability to create on their feet and collaborate as an ensemble. Classes will explore how an actor prepares to perform, the basic principles of improvisation, as well as methodologies for character creation. (120 minutes).

Actor’s Craft (Gr. 9-12)

A stimulating and inspiring introduction to actor training and stagecraft, this script-based class exposes students to a selection of influential playwrights and acting techniques as they learn to perform a variety of characters. This program complements Grade 9-12 Drama. (120 minutes).