ShopRite to Offer Drop-in Acting Classes with Playhouse on Park

ShopRite in West Hartford, located at 46 Kane Street, will offer drop-in acting classes for children in grades K-5, led by Playhouse on Park. The classes will take place on Tuesday, April 15. The class for grades K-2 will be from 9:30 am-10:30 am, while the class for grades 3-5 will be from 11 am-12-pm. The same classes will be offered at ShopRite's Canton location (110 Albany Turnpike).

Students in grades K - 2 will learn about working as a group, listening and responding, and creating a character with their voices and bodies, while students in grades 3 - 5 will learn about creating a character with their voices and bodies, story telling on stage, and improvisation technique. Each class strives to create an environment that is comfortable and professional, allowing students to discover their interests in theatre while having fun.

Dawn Loveland, the Director of Education at Playhouse on Park, will instruct all classes. Each class has a maximum of 12 students, and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis; please register in advance. Classes are free; registration is required. To register or find out more information, call 860-523-5900 x10. For more information about Playhouse on Park's educational programs, visit www.playhouseonpark.org.