Acting & Theatre Classes
Fall Session: 9/5/23 - 12/9/23
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All enrollments are processed online through Active Network.
DISCOUNTS:
- EARLY ENROLLMENT DISCOUNT: Enroll before 8/19 to save 15% on your class fees: Use code: EARLYFALL23 at checkout.
- MULTI-CLASS OR MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNT: enroll in more than one class and receive 10% off. (Two classes or two children must be enrolled in the same transaction.) Use code: MULTI2023 at checkout.
SCHOLARSHIPS are available for families with financial need.
- Scholarship applications are due by August 31st. (Late scholarship applications will be handled on a case by case basis, as funding allows.)
- Click here to learn more and apply early.
Creative Drama
This imaginative class is for the little ones who like to act out stories and play pretend. Each week, students will take a journey to a faraway land. Children’s books, poems, costumes and props will be used to bring adventures to life. The teaching artist will emphasize fun and students often lead the way. The final class will incorporate a sharing for parents to take part in the magic! Suitable for: beginners
CLASS: Tiny Creative Drama
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 9:15-9:55am
AGES: 4-6
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $185
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
CLASS: Creative Drama - Section A - Monday
DAY: Monday
TIME: 5:00-5:50pm
AGES: 6-8
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
Beginning Acting
Imagination required! In this dynamic class students will use theatre games and improvisational scene work to study the fundamentals of performance. Warm-ups, vocal exercises, movement and character work will all be used to overcome inhibitions and awaken the inner actor. Students will learn the basics of rehearsing and performing simple scenes that will be shared with family and friends during the last class. Suitable for: beginners
CLASS: Beginning Acting (Section A) - Monday
DAY: Monday
TIME: 6:00-6:50pm
AGES: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
CLASS: Beginning Acting (Section B) - Thursday
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 5:00-5:50pm
AGES: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
Musical Theatre
Become a triple threat! Students will sing, dance, and act their way into musical theatre. Students will focus on scenes and popular songs from Broadway Musicals. This creative and fun class teaches students how to combine the elements of musical theatre in an energetic and compelling manner. The class will culminate in a performance for family and friends. Suitable for: all levels
CLASS: Musical Theatre
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 11:00-11:50am
AGES: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Talamantez-Witte
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
Beginning Improv
Improvisational techniques, performance skills, and imagination are all it takes to create hilarious comedy sketches and improv scenes. No scripts or props needed! Students will work with a professional teaching artist to develop their own comedic style and put it all together for a performance for family and friends. Near the close of the session, Improv classes will collaborate with KCYA's Garage Band for a live showcase for friends and families. Suitable for: all levels
CLASS: Beginning Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 10:00-10:50am
AGES: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
Intermediate Improv
Improvisational techniques, performance skills, and imagination are all it takes to create hilarious comedy sketches and improv scenes. No scripts or props needed! Students will work with a professional teaching artist to develop their own comedic style and put it all together for a performance for family and friends. Suitable for: previous acting experience
CLASS: Intermediate Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 12:00-12:50pm
AGES: 10-18
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
Advanced Acting
In this class students will increase their knowledge of how to create a character for the stage. Voice and diction, character movement and improvisation will all be used to hone their acting skills. The process of creating theatre will also be examined through the eyes of the playwright, director and designers. Come explore what makes someone else tick! Scene work will be shared with family and friends on the last day. Suitable for: previous acting experience
CLASS: Advanced Acting
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 6:00-7:20pm
AGES: 12-18
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $275
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
Advanced Improv
This class is for the student who has had acting or improv before and is ready for more challenging material. Students will work with a professional teaching artist to develop their won comedic style and put it all together for a performance for family and friends. Near the close of the session, Improv classes will collaborate with KCYA's Garage Band for a live performance for families and friends. Suitable for: previous acting/improv experience
CLASS: Advanced Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 11:00-11:50am
AGES: 12-18
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
*Some classes may allow late enrollment, please call 816-531-4022 to inquire.
All enrollments are processed online through Active Camp and Class Manager. There is a small (4%) fee added to the class costs to cover part of the administration fees.
click an icon to view class schedules and descriptions
Acting & Theatre Classes
Spring Session: 1/29/24 - 5/4/24
All enrollments are processed online through Active Network.
DISCOUNTS:
NEW! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Enroll before 12/31 to save 15% on your class fees: Use code: EARLYSPRING at checkout.
MULTI-CLASS OR MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNT: enroll in more than one class and receive 10% off. (Two classes or two children must be enrolled in the same transaction.) Use code: MULTI2024 at checkout.
SCHOLARSHIPS are available for families with financial need.
Scholarship applications are due by February 10th. (Late scholarship applications will be handled on a case by case basis, as funding allows.) Click here to learn more and apply early.
TRY IT WEEK:
Find the perfect class for your child! Try any age appropriate class (without a commitment) during the first week of the session, Jan. 29 - Feb. 3. Try It – we know they’ll like it!
Hablamos español. Por favor llame a Carmen al 816-531-4022 ext. 1011 si necesita ayuda en español.
Creative Drama
This imaginative class is for the little ones who like to act out stories and play pretend. Each week, students will take a journey to a faraway land. Children’s books, poems, costumes and props will be used to bring adventures to life. The teaching artist will emphasize fun and students often lead the way. The final class will incorporate a sharing for parents to take part in the magic! Suitable for: beginners
CLASS: Tiny Creative Drama
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 9:15-9:55am
AGES: 4-6
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $185
ENROLL ONLINE
CLASS: Creative Drama
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 5:00-5:50pm
AGES: 6-8
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
Performing Arts Lab
This exploratory class is the perfect fit for the student who loves it all or wants to give the world of performing a try. Provide your enthusiastic dancer, budding actor, or sensational singer with a sampling of artistic experiences. Our professional teaching artists will work with your child to provide instruction in dance, drama and music. Your child will have the opportunity to explore his or her own talents and interests while becoming a well-rounded artist. Suitable for: beginners
CLASS: Performing Arts Lab
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 10:00-10:50am
AGES: 6-8
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
Acting
(Beginning, Intermediate)
Beginning: Imagination required! In this dynamic class, students will use theatre games and improvisational scene work to study the fundamentals of performance. Warm-ups, physical movement and character work will all be used to overcome inhibitions and awaken the inner actor. Students will learn the basics of rehearsing and performing simple scenes.
Intermediate and Advanced: Students will increase their knowledge of how to create theatrical characters. Voice and diction, physical movement, and improvisation will all be used to hone their acting skills. The process of creating theatre will also be examined through the eyes of the playwright, director and designers. Suitable for: beginners - experienced.
CLASS: Beginning Acting (section A)
DAY: Monday
TIME: 6:00-6:50 pm
AGE: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
CLASS: Beginning Acting (section B)
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 6:00-6:50 pm
AGE: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
CLASS: Intermediate Acting
DAY: Monday
TIME: 7:00-7:50pm
AGE: 10-18
TEACHING ARTIST: Brady Reed
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
Musical Theatre
Become a triple threat! Students will sing, dance, and act their way into musical theatre. Students will focus on scenes and popular songs from Broadway Musicals. This creative and fun class teaches students how to combine the elements of musical theatre in an energetic and compelling manner. Suitable for: all levels
CLASS: Musical Theatre
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 11:00-11:50am
AGES: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: Franci Talamantez-Witte
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
Improv
(Beginning - Advanced)
Improvisational techniques, performance skills, and imagination are all it takes to create hilarious comedy sketches and improv scenes. No scripts or props needed! Students will work with a professional teaching artist to develop their own comedic style. Advanced Improv is for the student who has had acting or improv before and is ready for more challenging material.
CLASS: Beginning Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 10:00-10:50am
AGE: 8-12
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
CLASS: Intermediate Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 12:00-12:50pm
AGE: 10-18
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
CLASS: Advanced Improv
DAY: Saturday
TIME: 11:00-11:50am
AGE: 12-18
TEACHING ARTIST: John Mulvey
FEE: $228
ENROLL ONLINE
All enrollments are processed online through Active Camp and Class Manager. There is a small (4%) fee added to the class costs to cover part of the administration fees.
Families with financial need are encouraged to apply for a Scholarship!
Creative Drama
This imaginative class is for the little ones who like to act out stories and play pretend. Each week, students will take a journey to a faraway land. Children’s books, poems, costumes and props will be used to bring adventures to life. The teaching artist will emphasize fun and students often lead the way. The final class will incorporate a sharing for parents to take part in the magic! Suitable for: beginners
