[NEohioPAL] FALL YOUTH THEATER CLASSES at Weathervane Playhouse

[Melanie YC Pepe]

NEWS RELEASE 
Contact: Melanie YC Pepe (330) 836-2626
www.WeathervanePlayhouse.com

Weathervane Playhouse
1301 Weathervane Lane  *  Akron, Ohio  44313

** CLICK HERE to view bios for our instructors! **

Imagine THAT!
For young children AND their parents! Students, along with a parent or guardian, will work on theatrical fundamentals such as storytelling, emotional expression, creative movement, musical awareness, and vocal exploration.

Imagine THAT!
Pirates & Mermaids
Ages 3 to 5
Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Tuition $130

Introduction to Theater & Acting
Explores theater as an art form.  Topics vary in each class, but include: How theater tells a story, stage directions, movement for the stage, projection, diction, theater terminology, styles and types of theater, story structure, improvisation, acting technique and the roles of the playwright, actors, director, designers and the audience.  See specific class descriptions for more information.

Introduction to Theater & Acting, Places, Please!
Ages 5 to 8
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Instructor: Benjamin Rexroad, B.A.
Tuition $160

Introduction to Theater & Acting, Classic Adventures
Ages 8 to 11
Saturdays, 9:15 a.m.to 10:15 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Instructor: Benjamin Rexroad, B.A.
Tuition $160

Introduction to Theater & Acting, Classic Adventures
Ages 8 to 11
Tuesdays, 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
September 18 - November 20
Tuition $160

Introduction to Theater & Acting, Enter Stage Right
Prerequisite: None 
Ages 11 to 14
Saturdays, 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Tuition $160

Introduction to Theater & Acting, Teen Actor's Studio
Prerequisite: None 
Ages 13 to 18
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Instructor: Harriet DeVeto, AEA
Tuition $160

Musical Theater
Students will work on musical theater technique, including: learning lyrics, learning music, vocal dynamics, pitch training, music reading skills, choreographed movement, integrating character development and how to use acting skills to tell the story behind a song.  Topics vary between the two classes.  See specific class descriptions for more information.

Musical Theater, Act One
Ages 6 to 9
Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Instructor:  Sarah Bailey, M.M.
Pianist:  Sharon Alberson
Tuition $180

Musical Theater, Act Two
Ages 9 to 13
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
September 18 - November 20
Instructor:  Sarah Bailey, M.M.
Pianist:  Sharon Alberson
Tuition $180


Vocal Singing Technique
Studies proper singing technique and is a suitable for beginners to intermediate singers. Specific skills include: Proper breathing and support, singer's posture, warm-up techniques and exercises, introduction to sight reading and music notation, ear training, resonance, diction and eliminating muscular tension.

Vocal Singing Technique
Prerequisite: None
Ages 10 to 16
Saturdays, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
February 20 to May 1, 2010 (No class on April 3)
Instructor:  Sarah Bailey, M.M.
Tuition $160



No School Today! THEATER GAMES Workshop
Join us for a day of fun and games on these scheduled days out of school. Theater games aren't only fun to play, they develop focus and concentration skills, enhance self-esteem, make it easier to step into new situations, improve problem-solving ability, strengthen listening skills, encourage teamwork and manage public speaking fears. These skills are necessary to both on-stage performing and for everyday life!

No School Today! THEATER GAMES Workshop
JANUARY 18, 2010
Prerequisite: None
Ages 7 to 12
ONE Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuition $30
Please pack a lunch!

No School Today! THEATER GAMES Workshop
FEBRUARY 15, 2010
Prerequisite: None
Ages 7 to 12
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuition $30
Please pack a lunch!

CLICK HERE to view FULL DESCRIPTIONS of our Spring Classes

For more information or to register,
click here: http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com
or call 330-836-2626.
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