[NEohioPAL] Beck Theater Education Announces New Mid-Semester Classes!

[Jonathan Kronenberger]

Based on student request, we have created three eight-week classes for
each of our age groups.  Just us starting the week of March 15th for one
of our three exciting new offerings.  Whether Youth, Teen or Adult ...
we have something new for you!

 

Call the Beck Center at 216-521-2540 x10 and sign up today.

 

No registration fee charged for new students signing up for any of these
three classes!!

 

FOR ADULTS:

 

Adult Acting : Back to Basics (Ages 18 and up)

Instructor: Natalie Green

This course is designed for both the adult beginner who wishes an
introduction to the fundamental tools of acting, as well as the
experienced adult actor who desires a clear refresher. Utilizing theater
exercises, monologues and scenes, actors will explore and develop the
fundamental tools needed to create full, honest and compelling
characters.

Monday, 7:00-9:00pm; 8 Weeks; 3/15-5/10; No class 4/5; Tuition: $150

 

Natalie Green is a 2005 graduate of Point Park University's Conservatory
of Performing Arts with a performance degree in Theatre Arts. Onstage,
Natalie is best known in the Cleveland area for her portrayal of Belle
in "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" at the Beck Center (2005-2007).  She
has also worked with the Cleveland Play House, Pittsburgh Repertory
Company, Cleveland JCC/Tri-C East, Lakeland Theatre, Fine Arts
Association, Cleveland Public Theatre, and is a regular in the Cabaret
Shows at Pickwick and Frolic.

 

FOR YOUTH:

 

Creative Playwriting for Young Actors (Ages 9 - 12)

Instructor: Rachel Spence

Did you enjoy "All Greek To Me"? How about "Channel Zero" or "Hillbilly
Holiday"?  Then come and learn how to create your own delightful play
led by Rachel Spence, who has taught and entertained Beck audiences for
years. In this half-semester class, students will learn the basics of
creative writing to create a brief one act play. Students will learn
tips to overcome writer's block, how to outline a story and dialogue
writing techniques. Activities include collaborations, spoof writing and
creating both adaptations and imaginative original plays.  NOTE:
Students must be able to read well.

Saturday; 11:30am-12:30pm; 8 weeks; 3/13-5/8; No class 4/3; Tuition: $80

 

Rachel Spence is associate director of Outreach Education at Beck and
has more than 20 years experience as an instructor, playwright and
director.  She is an early childhood specialist who has been a theater
instructor for the Strongsville City Schools and director of Children's
Theater with the Royalton Players.  Ms. Spence has performed on local
and national television as well as at various regional theaters.

 

FOR TEENS:

 

Stretch for the Musical Theater Performer (Ages 13 - 18)

Instructor: Devon Shriver

Created by student demand, this invaluable class will improve
flexibility, range of motion and muscle strength - all of which is
crucial for the dancer/musical theater performer. By stretching
regularly, you can help your body achieve its goal of continued
wellness.  Even if you do not consider yourself a dancer, this class is
an excellent opportunity to learn to reduce stress on the body and mind.
You will feel fantastic!

Saturday; 1:30pm-2:30pm; 8 weeks; 3/13-5/8; No class 4/3; Tuition: $80

 

Devon Shriver graduated from the University of Akron with degrees in
Musical Theater and Child Development. She's also studied and taken
master classes in New York City with David Howard, Chuck Kelley,
Germaine Salsberg, Frank Hatchett, Natalya Stavro, and Taye Diggs., and
in Chicago with Gus Giordano.  She's been choreographing in the
northeast ohio area for 11 years. She has choreographed the Beck
Center's Youth Theater productions of "The Wizard of Oz," "Cinderella"
and the upcoming "Seussical the Musical."

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Beck Center is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Ohio.  Beck
Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers
professional theater productions on two stages, arts education
programming in dance, music, theater, visual arts, early childhood, and
creative arts therapies for special needs students, and gallery exhibits
featuring local and regional artists. For more information about the
Beck Center, visit our website at www.beckcenter.org

 

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