Drama/Theater Arts returns 9/24
THEATER ARTS
Creative Dance: International Styles
Mondays, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
(for elementary students, as well as special needs students)
(session begins 9/27)
“Creative Dance: International Styles” is open for elementary age students, and is designed for students of all abilities or experience. No previous experience necessary. Students with special needs are encouraged to enroll in this fun course!
Each week, we will explore a different form of dance, gaining an introduction to different styles, cultures, and terminology. Examples of dance forms we will be learning: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Salsa & other Latin dances, Irish, Chinese Opera Dance, and Belly Dance, to name a few.
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Adult Improv Class
Mondays, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
(session begins 9/27)
Ever wanted to try acting, but never got the chance to? This is the place to do it! We will begin each class with a warm-up, including relaxation techniques, awareness exercises, and methods of letting go of tension. When our bodies and minds relax, then we are able to concentrate on another characters’ world…next, we will move onto improv-based exercises that will help us to bring out the truth of characters and situations that differ from our own, and how to “think on your toes” in improv. This class is a great way to experience the joy of Theater Arts, to learn ways to de-stress yourself on a daily basis, to have self-confidence when presenting in front of a group, and how to have fun “living in someone else’s shoes.” This class will be fun, invigorating, and stress-free! No previous experience necessary.
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Acting as a Second Language
(for adults)
Wednesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm, or
Wednesdays, 6:45pm-7:45pm
(session begins 9/29)
This course is designed especially - but not exclusively - for those whose native language is not English. By taking away the pressure of language, we will focus on what makes up acting, learn basic acting vocabulary, engage in theater games and improv activities - both with and without the spoken word - as we stack up the building blocks to theater. Time-permitting, we will learn how to do an “American accent” using IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet). No previous theater experience necessary. Bring a friend, and prepare for a fun, no-pressure zone!
Open also to beginner acting students who want to focus on non-verbal cues and communication.
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Musical Theater 101 (for Grades K-2)
Saturdays, 10:00am-11:00am
Musical Theater 101 (for Grades 3-5)
Saturdays, 11:15am-12:15pm
Musical Theater 101 (for Grades 6-8)
Saturdays, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Musical Theater 101 (for adults)
Saturdays, 2:15pm-3:15pm
Musical Theater offerings begin 9/25
These are FUN introductory courses in Musical Theater. Using multimedia, students will learn an introduction to musical theater history, repertoire, and basic terms. We will also be learning a basic song, a basic dance, and working on some scenes. At the conclusion of the six weeks, the students will put on a small demonstration that family and friends are invited to attend. No previous theatrical or performance experience required.
What you will need: Clothes that you can “move” in (please no skirts, dresses or baggy pants); sneakers (no sandals or flip-flops); a water bottle; ballet shoes or jazz shoes if you HAVE them (There is NO pressure to own these!).
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Cost for each of the above is $120 for 6 sessions. 10% discount when registering for all 12 fall weeks!
Register by clicking the appropriate button below, or we will accept checks made payable to The Center on Central, LLC and mailed to P.O. Box 1293, Southeastern, PA 19399.
click the button above to be directed to complete your on-line registration form and credit card payment of the non-refundable $50 deposit for registration
Theater and Community: Helping Others through Theater Arts
(an original production and performance for Grades 1-8)
Fridays, 5:30pm-6:30pm:
Class runs 9/24-10/29 (the last meeting is the performance date).
This fun and creative class will start off with a small introduction to theater to gain a basic knowledge of this medium we will be working in. Working together as a team, this class will create a completely original work - utilizing the basics of theater - to be performed before an audience. Ideally, this will be an audience that might not ordinarily get the chance to go see live theater - such as a Nursing Home, Veterans’ Medical Center, or center for patients with Alzheimer’s, to name a few (last session’s performance was at the Royer-Greaves School for Blind). This course is a great opportunity for students to experience the power of using the arts to help others, while learning the basics of theater and utilizing their arts-related talents. No previous theatrical or performance experience necessary.
What you will need: Clothes that you can “move” in (please no skirts, dresses or baggy pants); sneakers or bare feet (no sandals or flip-flops); a water bottle; ideas, as well as EXCITEMENT to help others!!!!
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Cost is $120 for the 6-week session.
Register by clicking the appropriate button below, or we will accept checks made payable to The Center on Central, LLC and mailed to P.O. Box 1293, Southeastern, PA 19399.
click the button above to be directed to complete your on-line registration form and credit card payment of the non-refundable $50 deposit for registration
Teen Scene!: Theater, Fun, Food & Friends!
THIRD Fridays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
(for Grades 7-12; meets 10/15, 11/19, 12/17, 1/21, 2/18, 3/18, 4/15 and 5/20)
Every THIRD Friday evening of the month, we will start off the night with a fun pizza dinner and catch up with what’s going on in the world, school, and everyday life. Then, we will move into some fun theater activities, each week having a unique theme relative to this specific age-group. This class is great for teens to develop self confidence and foster self-expression, to meet some new friends, and for teens who may have an interest in theater arts. No previous experience necessary.
Provider: Saskia Blaha
Cost is $25 per session (when registering 72 hours or more in advance; walk-ins accepted at $30 per session - check ahead for space availability). 10% discount when registering for all 8 sessions!
Register by clicking the appropriate button below, or we will accept checks made payable to The Center on Central, LLC and mailed to P.O. Box 1293, Southeastern, PA 19399.
click the button above to be directed to complete your on-line registration form and credit card payment of the non-refundable $20 deposit for individual session registration or $50 deposit for 8-session registration
ACTING LESSONS OFFERED:
Private acting lessons are perfect for preparing for an audition or for preparing for a role in a school production. We look in-depth at the part you are preparing for to bring out the full potential of your performance. You will find an acting style that works for you so you can bring a truthful performance to your production or to your audition. Learn ways to ‘relax’ before auditioning and to fend off unwanted nervousness! No previous experience necessary. All ages welcome.
Cost is $30 for a 30-minute individual private lesson
Please click here and complete the “Contact Us” form. We will contact you to schedule a lesson time.
