Spring Theatre Academy, 2016
Spring Session February 4th – April 8th
Weathervane Playhouse
1301 Weathervane Lane * Akron, Oh 44313
“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and at last, you create what
you will.” – George Bernard Shaw
Come and imagine with us at Weathervane Playhouse!
Preschool Class
Imagine THAT! Around the World
Ages 3-5
Saturdays, 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.
Tuition $145
Encourage early childhood education with arts integration at Weathervane Playhouse! In "Imagine THAT!,” students will develop cognitive
skills and emotional and social skills, which help them transition into a classroom. All of this is done through play and imagination. With music, stories, visual art and theatre games, we will challenge your little one to explore the world around them.
Acting Classes
Tuition $175
The show is about to start. Hurry, everyone, Places Please! Students will bring stories to life and learn theatre skills through
imaginary play. Students will study story structure, explore character development, and gain self-confidence. Is that a monster in the corner? Is Spider-Man playing cards with that bear? Nope! It is just a typical day in theatre!
Tuition $175
This class is designed for the child who has attended The
Introduction to Acting Class and was recommended to continue to the Intermediate Acting Class, or has equivalent experience on stage. It is time to take center stage as your child learns through theatre skills. This class builds on the previous
class and is designed to challenge our students!
Introduction to Acting Ages 8 to 11
Saturdays, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.
Tuition $175
Challenge your child’s imagination as you empower him or her to take the stage. This class is designed for beginning actors, teaching
them how to create the actor’s tool box. Students will learn skills in movement, vocal color, script interpretation, and improvisation. Watch as your student gains confidence, self-esteem and a new creative outlet!
Tuition $175
This class is designed for the child who has attended The
Introduction to Acting Class and was recommended to continue to the Intermediate Acting Class, or has equivalent experience on stage. Encourage your child to soar to new heights in this challenging class. Students will be encouraged to use their
skills to create characters with depth and motivation. Each student will leave the class “audition ready” with a monologue and new skills!
Tuition $180
The lights are up and it is time to Enter Stage Right. Good thing you took that class at Weathervane Playhouse! This class is designed
as an introduction to theatre. Students will tackle improvisation and scripted work in this fun and interactive class. The instructor will lead the students to discover how to portray a character with voice and movement while learning how to interpret the
playwright’s textual clues. Join in the fun and learn through theatrical play!
Intermediate/Advanced Acting: Ages 12 to 16
Saturdays, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Tuition $185
This class is designed for students who have had a previous acting class or stage experience. Our instructor will lead the students
through in-depth script study, group improvisations and performance techniques. Young actors will refine their talents, learn new skills and find a creative outlet for positive self-expression. Prior experience is strongly recommended.
Musical Theatre Classes
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Theatre is suggested
Ages 5 to 8, Saturdays, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.
Our Musical Theatre, Act One class takes our entire core curriculum and puts it to music. Sing and dance your way through some Broadway
standards. Here comes the next Broadway star! Students will focus on musical theater skills in this high-energy class that will get those toes tapping and those voices singing.
Sing, dance and perform in Musical Theatre Act Two. Designed with the same objectives as Act One, but for older students, this class
challenges experienced students through more complex choreography and solo singing. Learn and explore in this class designed to inspire young actors. You will be flapping, pirouetting and box-stepping your way onto center stage!
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Theatre is suggested
Ages 10 to 16, Saturdays, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Tuition $200
This class is designed for students with previous stage experience or who have taken a previous Musical Theatre class. Students
will learn complex dance routines, solo and group singing, improvisation and scripted work, and song interpretation. This class designed to help students become a true triple threat. Prepare to be challenged and to shine on stage! Prior experience is strongly
recommended.
Dance Classes
Grapevine and step ballchange your way to center stage. Our instructor will meet your child at his/her level with this Broadway-based
jazz class. This class will focus on basic technique and will provide a new dance vocabulary for your budding triple threat. Students do not need dancing experience to participate.
Sarah Bailey
Director of Education and Resident Director
Weathervane Playhouse
330-836-2626 Ext. 35
sbailey@weathervaneplayhouse.com