South Coast Repertory Announces Spring Acting Classes, Jan. 2015-Mar. 2015

South Coast Repertory is offering acting classes for all ages, starting as young as 3, Jan. 2015-Mar. 2015. Check out the entire schedule below!

EDUCATION PROGRAMS-SCR THEATRE CONSERVATORY

January 2015

KIDS ACTING CLASSES (GRADES 3-6)

Winter Session: Jan. 6-Mar. 14, 2015

The multi-year, progressive Kids Acting Program introduces students to the world of theatre through creative dramatics and acting experiences, with emphasis on development of self-esteem, self-confidence and personal expression.

YEAR I-EXPLORATION

Class times: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-11 a.m

First-year students begin to explore the world of storytelling, movement, vocalization and character development with an emphasis on ensemble work.

YEAR II-DEVELOPMENT

Class times: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-11 a.m

Second-year students refine individual skills and move on to improvisation, enhanced character work and beginning dramatic play development. Prerequisite: Year I

YEAR III-ADVANCED TRAINING

Class Times: Grades 5-7: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-11 a.m

Third-year students use the actor's tools-body and voice-to further develop their technique through mask work, movement, voice and improvisation. Prerequisite: Year II

END-OF-YEAR PERFORMANCES:
After nine exciting weeks exploring the creative process, students go onstage, presenting their class projects in one of SCR's state-of-the-art theatres.

TUITION: $290 per 10-week session. $260 discounted price for siblings. To receive the sibling discount you must enroll by mail or phone. Registration for new students will open on December 2, 2014.

Link: http://www.scr.org/classes/kids-and-teen-acting-classes/kids-acting-classes-(grades-3-6)

TEEN ACTING CLASSES (GRADES 7-12)

Fall Session: Jan. 6-Mar. 9, 2015

The multi-year, progressive Teen Acting Program introduces students to the world of theatre through creative dramatics and acting experiences, with emphasis on development of self-esteem, self-confidence and personal expression.

YEAR I-TOOLS OF ACTING

Class times: Grades 7-8: Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 9-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.; Grades 7-9: Jan. 7-Mar. 11, Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.; Grades 9-12, Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m.

First-year students explore movement, vocalization, character development and ensemble-building. Through workshop exercises, students begin to develop the acting skills needed to create truthful characters.

YEAR II-TRUTH IN ACTING

Class times: Grades 7-8: Jan. 8-Mar. 12, Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.; Grades 9-12, Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Second-year students deepen their skills and delve more thoroughly into character development and script analysis, with emphasis on creating acting objectives and discovering scenes through character relationships. Prerequisite: Year I

YEAR III-ADVANCED TRAINING

Teens who have previously completed two years or more in the Teen Theatre Program may select from a range of classes focusing on different areas of performance. All classes below have a prerequisite of Year II course work.

· 7th-9th GRADE TEEN ENSEMBLE
Class times: Jan. 8-Mar. 12, Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. or Saturdays, 9-11 a.m.
Using the body and voice-the actor's tools-to further develop technique through mask work, movement, voice and improvisation. The class culminates in a spring performance project.

· 9th-12th GRADE TEEN ENSEMBLE
Class times: Jan. 8-Mar. 12, Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. or Saturdays, 9-11 a.m.
As serious students advance, they continue to explore and enrich acquired skills, including physical and vocal work, characterization, emotional truth and availability, active pursuit of an objective and ensemble storytelling. This important class for honing skills and taking greater risks culminates in a spring performance project.

· TEEN IMPROVISATION I
Class times: Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
Theatre games and character work for those who participate in competitive improvisation. Classes will work on short- and long-form improv and will continue to emphasize truth in acting.

· TEEN IMPROVISATION II
Class times: Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
This class continues the challenges and creative freedom of improvisation. Students will be pushed to think faster, make stronger choices and trust instincts. Prequisite: For third-year students who have completed one year of Improv at SCR or have taken Comedy Sportz elsewhere.

· MUSICAL THEATRE
Class times: Jan. 10-Mar. 14, Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
This class explores preparing the actor for musical theatre auditions and performances. The primary focus is on what it means to "act" a song and "sing" a scene, with an emphasis on music and text interpretation, healthy use of voice, selection of material and audition techniques. Each student participates in ensemble, as well as solo, material.

TEEN PLAYERS AND JUNIOR PLAYERS

After two years in the program, students are eligible to audition for the Players which are advanced ensemble groups that perform fully produced plays in the Nicholas Studio during the spring session.

JUNIOR PLAYERS

Class times: Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-11 a.m.
For serious and committed acting students in grades 5-8, by audition. Additional rehearsal time may be required. Classes meet twice weekly. This is a year-long commitment.

TEEN PLAYERS
Class times: Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
For serious and committed acting students in grades 9-12, by audition. Additional rehearsal time may be required. Classes meet twice weekly. This is a year-long commitment.

END-OF-YEAR PERFORMANCES:
After nine exciting weeks exploring the creative process, students go onstage, to present their class projects in one of SCR's state-of-the-art theatres.

TUITION: $290 per 10-week session. $260 discounted price for siblings. To receive the sibling discount you must enroll by mail or phone. Registration for new studens will open December 2nd.

Link: http://www.scr.org/classes/kids-and-teen-acting-classes/teen-acting-classes-(grades-7-12)

Winter Session: Jan. 12-Mar. 2, 2015
SCR's nationally acclaimed adult acting, playwriting and screenwriting classes are taught by top professionals in their field. The courses are designed for both career-minded professionals and those interested in personal growth and development. Adult students may choose from a wide variety of classes to create a program that suits their individual pace and interests. Students will discover their acting talent, polish communication skills, develop spontaneity and meet new people. Classes are held in the theatre's state-of-the-art Education Center, specially designed to meet the study and performance needs of students. Training takes place in classrooms and on stages in the Emmes/Benson Theatre Center, located near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. SCR is in Orange County, just an hour from Los Angeles' film and television industry.

*Full Class schedule to be determined

TUITION: $305 Per eight-week class.

Link: http://www.scr.org/classes/adult-classes

ADDITIONAL TICKET AND CLASS INFORMATION

Ticket Services Office: By phone at (714) 708-5555, online at www.scr.org or in person at 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

Education Offices: Enroll for classes by phone at (714) 708-5577 or by email at education@scr.org