Check out our exciting winter break theater series for older youth ages 10 -18! Each 90-minute session explores a new theatrical topic. Topics are designed to build upon skills learned in the previous session, but it is not necessary to attend all sessions to participate. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your willingness to be a little silly and try something new!

Session descriptions:

Monday, December 29, Session 1- Finding Your Voice: Collaboration and Communication Using Theater Games, Warm-Ups, and Theatrical Improvisation. In this session we will use theatre games and ice breakers to work on trust, projection, diction, breathing, and movement. We will also explore the “rules” of theatrical improvisation or improv, using games and scenarios to develop everyday skills in collaboration, communication, and creative problem solving.

Tuesday, December 30, Session 2 - Finding Your Character: Rehearsing and Performing Open and Short Scenes. Participants will learn the basics to develop a character, make an entrance, understand objectives, and overcome obstacles. We will practice using open scenes and then rehearse and perform short scenes from contemporary works for each other.

Wednesday, December 31, Session 3- Finding Your Part: Monologues and Audition tips. In this final session participants will go over common audition requests, styles, and presentations. A variety of materials will be available to choose from and begin practicing with. We will also provide some tips and tricks for a successful audition.