Playing Shakespeare’s Comedies
Mondays, September 26 – December 5 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Wyckham Avery
Prior Experience: Strongly recommended.
Jump into Shakespeare’s comedies! Students in this class will explore scenes and monologues from such plays as Two Gentlemen of Verona and Much Ado About Nothing. Emphasis will be placed on active listening, timing, and mining the text for both truth and humor.

Fundamentals of Scene Study
Mondays, September 26 – December 5 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Nancy Robinette
Prior Experience: Recommended, but not required.
Ready to move past improvisation exercises and start chewing on some text? Plunge into scene work through in-depth text analysis, concentrated partner work and full investment in given circumstances! This class will help participants explore ways to activate both classical and contemporary texts in rehearsal and performance.

Shakespeare Scene Study
Mondays, September 26 – December 5 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: George Grant
Prior Experience: Strongly recommended.
The actor’s process takes center stage in this Shakespeare scene study class. Scene work begins with textual analysis, focusing on tools to unlock the acting clues hidden in Shakespeare’s verse. Next we explore rehearsal techniques that lead students to make their boldest, most dynamic choices. Active listening, observation and investment in given circumstances are the final keys applied to students’ work. Please note: This course will require in- and out-of-class rehearsals with a scene partner.

Acting for Business Professionals
Tuesdays, September 27 – December 13 (no class on October 25 and November 1) from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Vanessa Buono
Prior Experience: Not required.
Whether it’s the boardroom or lunchroom, client or co-worker, maximize the potential of every meeting, presentation and negotiation in the business world! In a fun, comfortable, interactive environment, learn how to listen and communicate more effectively and become more relaxed, present and persuasive in public through the study of techniques used by actors and directors in the theatre.

In the Moment
Tuesdays, September 27 – December 6 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Oran Sandel
Prior Experience: Not required.
The art of improvisation is one we all practice every day. This class is offered as a way to add layers of mindfulness and technique to that skill set, thereby increasing confidence and communication skills, as well as enriching the quality of life. Through improvisational theatre experiences for the mind, body and voice, workshop participants will gain a deeper understanding of the role of imagination, playfulness and creativity in daily life. Anyone wishing to pursue improvisation and theatre performance will also find the skills taught in this class invaluable.

Approaching Shakespeare
Thursdays, September 29 – December 8 (no class on November 24) from 7 p.m. – 9p.m.
Instructor: Michelle Jackson
Prior Experience: Recommended, but not required.
Covered the basics and ready to tackle the Bard? Through a mixture of performance and text analysis, students will gain a working knowledge of Shakespeare’s plays and language – verse, prose, meter, character and intent – a foundation that can then be applied towards continuing study and performance.

Introduction to Acting
Thursdays, September 29 – December 15 (no class on October 27 and November 24) from 7 p.m. – 9.p.m.
Instructor: Dat Ngo
Prior Experience: Not required.
Always wanted to try your hand at acting, but never had the chance? The journey begins here with the student’s exploration of the actor’s vocal, physical and psychological instrument, the key skills and core understandings from which to pursue further study. Lessons will include interactive, physical workshops on communication, character, objectives, tactics and given circumstances. The class culminates with a performance for invited guests.