Encore Class Signup
Encore Youth Theatre Workshops are two-hour classes for students 3rd-8th grade. Cost is $15/workshop. See full program brochure.
Saturdays 10:00am-12:00noon – FDLCT Building “The Firehouse” at 250 W. Ninth Street
We are dedicated to providing young people with theatre opportunities to help them grow both artistically and personally. We offer a fun, safe, and caring environment where the excitement of theatre is shared by all. Students involved gain creativity, self-esteem, confidence, better social skills, responsibility, friendships, and more! Kids can learn new theatre skills and further develop old ones.
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Character Building – Saturday, March 15
Shannon and Macey Scoresby
Students will learn how costumes and props can add to the development of the character they are portraying. Specific costume pieces and props will be made available to the students and they will have the opportunity to be interviewed as a specific character. Come play with us!
Physical Theatre – Saturday, March 22
Becky Deitsch
This workshop will combine physicality, creativity, and storytelling. Participants will have the chance to do different activities and theatre exercises to learn how to use their body. Exploring movement and gestures will enhance your character building and storytelling performances.
Improv Basics – Saturday, March 29
Trevor Thelen Clementi
Learn fundamental improv rules like “Yes, and. . .” and build confidence for all kinds of real-world situations where there might not be a script to back you up. Students will learn to trust their instincts and make choices on the fly and spontaneously create original characters and storylines.
Let’s Get ACT-ive – Saturday, April 5
Therese Burazin
In this workshop, participants will learn about the tools of an actor including body movement, voice projection, and stage positioning which will enhance their performance. They will also have the chance to use their creativity and acting skills to create humorous commercials using a variety of props.
Acing the Audition – Saturday, April 12
Nancy Irizarry-Beachy
Learn how to best prepare for an audition. Students will practice introduction speaking, reading lines, and performing a short audition piece for feedback. They will also learn what “redirection” is all about. Come with a short speaking piece and a section of a song to perform
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