Come and join us for an enchanting theatrical adaptation of “Charlotte’s Web”, the beloved classic by E.B. White. This heartwarming production brings to life the story of Wilbur the pig and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, the clever spider. Students will rehearse and perform “Charlotte’s Web” while learning techniques for memorizing lines, developing characters, and practicing key theatre skills like movement and vocal work. This course offers a chance to improve acting and stage presence through two live performances on January 10th (adult tickets $10, child tickets $8). The class emphasizes creativity, confidence, faith, and teamwork in a supportive environment. All registered students will have a performing role in this class, to be determined after auditions on August 12th. The admin fee for this production class includes all administrative, class, and supply fees. Please see the class requirements for additional costs and commitment dates.
Requirements:
This class has additional required commitment dates: 8/12-Auditions, 9/12-Parent Meeting, 11/15-Super Saturday, 12/17-Parent Meeting, 1/7, 1/8, 1/9-Dress Rehearsals, 1/10-Performances. Students are required to wear jazz shoes, modesty clothes (tank top/leotard and bike shorts), and an oversized button-up shirt (to protect costumes) for all dress rehearsals and shows. Costumes are provided, however students will need to supply a show box with various materials such as makeup and accessories. Throughout the term, parents are expected to take turns being available to help during the class time and are expected to volunteer at one show. Please note, if a script needs to be replaced, there is a $15 script replacement fee.
Whether your child wants to be a star, or just experience being on stage for the first time, Center Stage Kids is the place to be! For the Spring Semester we will be performing Mark Twain's classic tale of “ The Prince & the Pauper.” The moral lesson of this story teaches us that people should not be judged by their appearance, but rather by their character, actions, and values A tale which offers the perfect balance of poignant and hilarious moments as we follow the adventures of the two main characters. This streamlined program requires some volunteer parent involvement, mainly for student supervision while the director is working with students on stage. Center Stage Kids is comprised of 16 class rehearsals, one dress rehearsal, and two performances. IMPORTANT DATES: January 6: Monologues will be available at the Front Desk for Cast students to take home and memorize in preparation for their auditions. January 30: Auditions in class. February 6: Mandatory Parent Meeting from 3 PM-3:30 PM, at the start of our second class. April 19: Super Saturday. May 23: Dress Rehearsal 4 PM-7 PM. May 24: Performances at 2 PM & 6 PM, plan to ARRIVE at 12:30pm and plan for a dinner break in between shows. May 25: Strike the stage & Theater Party, time TBD.
Requirements:
Parents need to work with their child to memorize their lines. Parent participation is appreciated if you are available for student supervision. REQUIREMENTS: Families will need to purchase the costume for their child's character. (Selected by the director) Costumes usually cost approximately $30-$50.
Come and join our behind-the-scenes team and be apart of the enchanting theatrical adaptation of *Charlotte’s Web*, the beloved classic by E.B. White. This heartwarming production brings to life the story of Wilbur the pig and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, the clever spider. Participating in a theater crew offers a unique experience that combines creativity, teamwork and hands-on skills - for students to have the opportunity to see a show come together after weeks of hard work is immensely rewarding.
At the forefront of our semester the class spends the majority of our time designing and building our sets and props. Towards the second half of the semester we plan to begin working in tandem with our actors, learning the more technical side of theater as well as backstage production planning.
All of our hard work will culminate in the excitement of the live performances - filled with plenty of opportunities for learning to stay calm under pressure, how to quickly adapt, work on problem solving skills and effective communication with peers. Being a part of our crew theater team is so much more than executing an entertaining experience for audience members. We provide the opportunity for character growth that translates into each student's life "beyond the stage."
This class involves working with younger cast members ages 8-12. Students should only sign up for this class if they are happy and willing to be role models for our younger students.
This production will have two live performances on January 10th (adult tickets $10, child tickets $8). The admin fee for this production class includes all administrative, class, and supply fees. Please see the class requirements for additional costs and commitment dates.
Requirements:
This class has additional required commitment dates: 9/10- Parent Meeting, 11/15-Super Saturday, 12/17-Parent Meeting, 1/6, 1/7, 1/8, 1/9-Dress Rehearsals, 1/10-Performances. Students are required to wear all black shoes or jazz shoes, black shirts, black pants and black socks during the dress rehearsal and productions. Parents are expected to help on a rotation during the class, information about this will be given at the parent meeting. Parents are also expected to volunteer at one of the two shows.
Have you ever wanted to know what happens behind the scenes during a play? In this class students learn just that! Every student will get to participate in using their creative skills to make sets and props to be in the performance of "The Prince & the Pauper". They will also learn great leadership and teamwork skills while working together backstage to create the scenes for the cast to preform. Kids will also have the opportunity to learn some tech skills in operating spotlights and handling mics. This class will work alongside the cast production and will occasionally join together for the weekly class time. IMPORTANT DATES: January 30: Mandatory Parent Meeting from 5-5:30 PM, after our first class. April 19: Super Saturday. May 22: Cue to Cue - CREW ONLY. May 23: Dress Rehearsal 4 PM-7 PM. May 24: Performances at 2 PM & 6 PM, plan to ARRIVE at 12:30pm and plan for a dinner break in between shows. CREW students will have backstage roles assigned in support of the production during each of the performances. May 25: Strike the stage & Theater Party, time TBD.
Requirements:
REQUIRED CREW ITEMS for performances: ALL BLACK clothes, socks and ALL BLACK SHOES: either all black tennis shoes with no other colors or jazz shoes.
Join our Center Stage Teens Mentorship Class, where experienced teen performers can serve as positive role models and mentors to younger theater students. In this dynamic class, teen mentors will demonstrate theater skills such as acting, movement, and stage presence, while guiding and encouraging the younger students. As everyone collaborates on the Center Stage Kids performance of “Charlotte’s Web” this program fosters leadership, teamwork, confidence, and faith. It’s a meaningful opportunity for teens to grow as performers and mentors while inspiring a love for theater across all ages. This is a FREE volunteer mentorship opportunity. ***This is an APPROVED ONLY MENTORSHIP THEATER PROGRAM. All registered students will be contacted by the Director to schedule an interview in order to be considered for the approval process. Mentors will be expected to help during the performances. There will be two live performances on January 10th (adult tickets $10, child tickets $8). The supply fee covers the students script.
Requirements:
This class has additional required commitment dates: 9/12-Parent Meeting, 11/15-Super Saturday, 12/17-Parent Meeting, 1/7, 1/8, 1/9-Dress Rehearsals, 1/10-Performances. 1/14 -Class Party.
Join our 90 minute Theater Showcase class and bring your performances to the spotlight! This dynamic course provides students with the opportunity to develop their acting, improvisation, and stage presentation skills through rehearsing and performing in a culminating showcase. Whether you're experienced or new to the stage, you'll collaborate with classmates to select, rehearse, and perform scenes and monologues that highlight your unique talents. The class emphasizes creativity, confidence, faith and teamwork, offering a fun and exciting environment to shine on stage.
Performances will be held in the auditorium on the last day of class.
Apprenticeship with Miss Tracy is a studio-based, hands-on learning experience that can offer an invaluable window into the career of a studio ceramic artist. This age-old model of transference of craft skills, ideas, and practice will provide a unique learning opportunity for your student. In this class we will discuss in-class helper guidelines tips and techniques, studio equipment training, and chore expectations. Apprentices will be trained in all the nuances and needs of the duties that are unique to our studio as well as discussion/exposure to alternative types of studio environments.
Requirements:
Apprentices need to help in some of the scheduled classes being held in the ceramics studio. Any class Apprentices choose for their own study will be billed at a 25% reduced fee for every hour of class they help in. Apprentices will be invited to assist in studio activities such as kiln loading and unloading as well as private use of the studio when no classes are present. Additionally I will request occasional studio work days for tidying the studio between sessions and general maintenance of shared class tools and supplies.
Students will use hand building techniques (pinching, coil building, slab work and kunikuri) to create functional wares. Functional wares are items such as: mug, plate, platter, charcuterie board, bowl, spoon etc. Focus will be invited to give attention to the thickness of the piece, the finish of the piece: does it feel too heavy, too rough, are the joins well attended and clean? Creativity is invited to the class as well, functional pottery can be fun! No previous pottery experience needed. Bring sketch book and pencil.
Students will learn hand building techniques with a mid-range clay body. The focus of the projects will be sculptural in form. Potential projects: wind chimes, garden art, figurines, luminaries. The focus will be on form and decoration with attention to the drying process and nurturing your project(s) through all the stages of greenware. Previous experience with clay is not required. Bring sketch book and pencil.
Apprenticeship with Miss Tracy is a studio-based, hands-on learning experience that can offer an invaluable window into the career of a studio ceramic artist. This age-old model of transference of craft skills, ideas, and practice will provide a unique learning opportunity for your student. In this class we will discuss in-class helper guidelines tips and techniques, studio equipment training, and chore expectations. Apprentices will be trained in all the nuances and needs of the duties that are unique to our studio as well as discussion/exposure to alternative types of studio environments.
Requirements:
Apprentices need to help in some of the scheduled classes being held in the ceramic’s studio. Any class Apprentices choose for their own study will be billed at a 25% reduced fee for every hour of class they help in. Apprentices will be invited to assist in studio activities such as kiln loading and unloading as well as private use of the studio when no classes are present. Additionally I will request occasional studio work days for tidying the studio between sessions and general maintenance of shared class tools and supplies.