*Stagecrafters Youth Performing Arts Program: **Building Character On and
Off Stage *STAGECRAFTERS is a dramatic arts program which seeks to
help each student realize a positive self-image while being exposed to the
creative aspects of drama and the disciplines of the theatre. The
Stagecrafters approach enhances self-esteem, fosters team spirit and
provides an outstanding opportunity for people of all ages to share in the
magic of the performing arts.
*PRE-K Classes*
*Dramatic Play! Ages 3-5*
This interactive class is an excellent way to introduce the long-term
benefits of dramatic arts participation to students attending Pre-K.
Students participate in a variety of activities that develops speaking
skills, builds confidence, and enhances social skills and creative
learning. *Instructor Wendy Erholm, local theatre professional and costume
designer. *
*No. 18WST100 Ages 3-5 *Tuesday 1/30-3/6 (6 sessions) 1:00-1:45pm PPLC Room
55 $89/resident $99/non-resident
*Movement & Make Believe! Ages 3-5*
This class encourages students to use their own method of storytelling by
expanding body awareness through creative interpretation and character
development.
*Instructor Wendy Erholm, **local theatre professional and costume
designer. *
*No. 18WST101 Ages 3-5 *Wednesday 1/31-3/7 (6 sessions) 1:00-1:45pm
PPLC Room 55 $89/resident $99/non-resident
*Crafty Kids & Creative Thinkers! Ages 3-5*
Imaginations will soar as mini ‘Crafters share artistic creations with
friends while expressing individual meaning through art and improvisation.
*Instructor Wendy Erholm, **local theatre professional and costume
designer. *
*No. 18WST102 Ages 3-5* Thursday 2/1-3/8 (6 sessions) 2:00-2:45pm PPLC Room
55 $89/resident $99/non-resident
*AFTER SCHOOL AND WEEKDAY CLASSES*
*Imagine That! Grades K-1st*
Enthusiastic students learn how to take direction, speak out clearly and
confidently. Students will learn a range of unique drama activities and
improv exercises to assist students to help them reach to their full
potential. There will be a final performance on the last day of class.
*Instructor Wendy Erholm, **local theatre professional and costume
designer. *
*No. 18WST111 Grades K-1* Tuesday 1/30-3/13 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC
Room 55 $99/resident $109/non-resident
*No. 18WST112* *Grades K-1* Wednesday 1/31-3/14 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm
PPLC Room 55 $99/resident $109/non-resident
*No. 18WST113* *Grades K-1* Thursday 2/1-3/15 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC
Room 55 $99/resident $109/non-resident
*Little Actors! Grade 2*
Grade 2. Little Actors will spark your young actor's creativity as they
explore the many avenues to nurture their imagination! Physical and vocal
skills are developed thru role play and improvisation. We'll help your
student build "character" on stage and off! There will be a final
performance on the last day of class.
*Instructor Destiny Pryor has been a part of Stagecrafters for nearly 10
years. She is currently studying to be an Early Childhood Teacher and can't
wait to sing and dance with her munchkins! *
*No. 18WST121 Grade 2* Tuesday 1/30-3/13 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 47
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*No. 18WST123* *Grade 2* Thursday 2/1-3/15 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 47
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*Ready, Set, ACT! Grade 3*
Grade 3. In this fun, inspirational class, students will develop creative
drama skills through the use of theatre games and storytelling. Students
will stretch their imaginations while strengthening self-confidence and
literacy skills. There will be a final presentation on the last day of
class.
*Instructor Andi Radujkovic graduated from the University of Cincinnati
College-Conservatory of Music with a degree on Stage Management. She loves
traveling wherever the theatre takes her! *
*No. 18WST131 Grade 3 *Tuesday 1/30-3/13 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 51
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*No. 18WST133 Grade 3 *Thursday 2/1-3/15 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 51
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*Kids Acting UP! Grade 4*
Grade 4. This class is designed for young actors to find their own voice in
a collaborative, creative environment. Students will gain the ability to
express themselves, build confidence, explore their imaginations and
develop basic social skills while they explore the magical thrill of the
arts! There will be a final presentation on the last day of class.
*Instructor Malik Doss studies Theatre at Cleveland State University. He
has been involved with Stagecrafters camp, Broadway Buddies, and Community
Production. *
*No. 18WST141 Grade 4* Tuesday 1/30-3/13 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 50
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*No. 18WST143 Grade 4 *Thursday 2/1-3/15 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 50
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*Center Stage: Grade 5*
Grade 5. Students will learn the acting process from “the page to the
stage”. Through script analysis and character development, students will
act out scenes, play games and expand their repertoire while increasing
their stage presence. Along the way students will discover their unique
talents and bring their words to life on and off stage. There will be a
final presentation on the last day of class.
*Instructor Tali Friedman is thrilled to work to inspire theatrical minds.*
*No. 18WST151 Grade 5* Tuesday 1/30-3/13 (7 sessions) 3:45-5:00pm PPLC 45
$99/resident $109/non-resident
*Let us show you how……Broadway Rocks! *
Grades 6-7. This program will give students an opportunity to be a part of
a cabaret-style showcase in which they will perform show-stopping
renditions of Broadway musical favorites. New members will receive a free
“Broadway Rocks” T-shirt to wear for their grand finale on the final day of
class!
*Director Jackie DiFrangia is excited to continue working with
Stagecrafters, after teaching Kids Acting Up last fall! *
*No.18WST173 Grades 6-7* Wednesday 3/14, 3/21, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/9,
5/16 *DELAYED START DATE* (8 sessions) 7:00-8:30pm PPLC Gym
$149/resident $159/non-resident
*Write On! An Intro to Playwriting Grades 6, 7, & 8*
Introduction to Playwriting is dedicated to process, risk-taking, and
finding one’s own voice and vision. This course will introduce the
traditional approach to writing and editing a 10-minute play, rooted in
character and narrative structure, with emphasis on a play’s arc through
its beginning, turning point, and ending.
*Instructor **Jackie DiFrangia is excited to continue working with
Stagecrafters, after teaching Kids Acting Up last fall! *
*No. 18WST601* *Grades 6-8 *Fridays 4/6-5/18 *DELAYED START DATE* (6
sessions) (except 5/4) 2:45pm-5:00pm PPLC 55
$139/ resident $149/non-resident
*SATURDAY CLASSES*
*Show Biz Kidz! Musical Theatre Production: Grades 2-5*
Grades 2-5. *Show Biz Kidz* offers 4 classes all in one!! This workshop
performance of a scaled-down musical will be performed during the last day
of class. Students will become familiar with all aspects of theatre like
taking direction, working as an ensemble, memorization, choreography,
costume and set design, while developing audition techniques. This class is
a great preparation for future main stage productions, as well as other
theatrical opportunities.
*Director, Cali Parey; Assistant Director, Caitlin Reilly; and Music
Director, Jackie DiFrangia, local theatre professionals. *
*No. 18WST201 Grades 2-5* Saturday 1/27-3/17 (8 sessions) 11:15am-1:30pm
PPLC Gym $169/resident $179/non-resident
*Acting with Impact! Advanced Acting for Grades 6 & 7*
Advanced theatre students will work on sophisticated acting techniques,
scene study, character development & dialects. Students interested in
enrolling should demonstrate seriousness of purpose.
*Instructor Will Sanborn graduated from Elon University with a BFA in
Acting. In addition to working for Stagecrafters, he works during the
school day for Great Lakes Theatre.*
*No. 18WST203 *Grades 6 & 7 Saturday 1/27-3/17 (8 sessions)
11:15am-12:15pm PPLC
51 $139/resident $149/non-resident
*SEW Awesome! Design It, Build It, Wear It*
Grades 5-8. Become a Costume Designer extraordinaire! Every Saturday
students will test their design/style sense as they cut, sew and create
their own personalized projects. A supply fee of $50, made payable to The
Costume Shop, is due the first day of class.
*Instructor Wendy Erholm, **local theatre professional and costume
designer. *
*No. 18WST209* *Grades 5-8* Saturdays 2/10, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 4/7, 4/21,
5/12 *STAGGERED DATES*(8 sessions) 9:30-11am PPLC 55
$149/residents $159/non-resident
The Stagecrafters office is located at the Pepper Pike Learning Center on
the Orange Schools Campus (32000 Chagrin Blvd. Pepper Pike, OH 44124).
Someone on our staff is available 9:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday at
(216) 831-8601; Wendy Scott-Koeth, Stagecrafters Coordinator at ext. 5102;
Tali Friedman, Stagecrafters Supervisor at ext. 5105; and Jackie DiFrangia,
Stagecrafters Associate at ext. 5103. The Stagecrafters office can be
reached by email at Stagecrafters(a)orangecsd.org.
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*Jackie DiFrangia*
*Stagecrafters Associate*
*216-831-8601 ext. 5103 <216-831-8601%20ext.%20510>*
*Stagecrafters is a program of Orange Community Education and Recreation*
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