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The cast of 'The Way of the World.' Photo by Carol Rosegg.

Bad Boys and Vixens (ages nine to 12)
Saturdays, April 3–May 22 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Instructor: Adam Navarro
Tuition: $330
From Mercutio and Iago to Lady Macbeth and Goneril, Shakespeare has given us some of the most fun, diabolical and sometimes just plain rotten characters to play. In this class, appropriate for beginning and returning students, we will play with the villains and manipulators in Shakespeare through both scenes and monologues. Students will develop skills in basic acting, character creation and Shakespearean text. Prior wickedness not required.

Introduction to Acting (ages 13 to 17)
Saturdays, April 3–May 22 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Instructor: Jim Gagne
Tuition: $330
The journey begins here with students’ 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. Prior acting experience is not required.

Dream Roles (ages 13 to 17)
Saturdays, April 3–May 22 from 10 a.m.– 12 p.m.
Instructor: Lorraine Ressegger
Tuition: $330
What character from any play in Shakespeare's canon have you always wanted to tackle? Hamlet? Cleopatra? It's your choice! Be ambitious and dream. With intensive character work, text analysis, monologues and scene work with other class members, participants will focus on fully realizing ONE character for the stage. Prior acting experience is recommended.

Art of the Broadsword (ages 13 to 17)
Saturdays, April 3–May 22 from 1 p.m.–3 p.m.
Instructor: Casey Kaleba
Tuition: $330
From the heavy cutting weapons of Northern Europe to the curved scimitars of the Middle East, the broadsword was the weapon of choice for Medieval and Renaissance battle. Using a mix of historical and theatrical techniques, this class will cover the weapon of Tamburlaine and Macbeth, Richard III and Prince Hal. Prior acting experience is not required.

Introduction to Acting (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Dat Ngo
Saturdays, April 3–June 12 (no class on May 29) from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Tuition: $380
The journey begins here with students’ 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. Prior acting experience is not required.

Acting for Business Professionals (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Vanessa Buono
Mondays, April 5–June 14 (no class on May 31) from 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Tuition: $380
This course helps professionals become more relaxed, present and persuasive in public through the study of techniques used by actors and directors in the theatre. Exploring exercises and improvisations in a safe and relaxed atmosphere, participants will learn how to listen and communicate more effectively, whether speaking to a client, a supervisor or an employee, in a cubicle or conference hall. Prior acting experience is not required.

Dialects (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Elizabeth Alman
Mondays, April 5–June 14 (no class on May 31) from 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Tuition: $380
Whether your next role is a Moorish king or a native of South America, this practical, intensive course provides students with the necessary skills to learn any dialect or regionalism through the use of dramatic texts. Participants will study the International Phonetic Alphabet while gaining and practicing skills in primary sources, accent modification and phonetic transcription. Prior acting experience is recommended.

Playing Shakespeare’s Comedies (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Wyckham Avery
Saturdays, April 3–June 12 (no class on May 29) from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tuition: $380
Students will begin by learning the fundamentals of comedy through improvisation, wordplay, clowning and Commedia Dell’Arte. These techniques will then be applied to Shakespeare’s plays through monologues and scene work. Prior acting experience is not required.

Fundamentals of Scene Study (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Esther Williamson
Mondays, April 5–June 14 (no class on May 31) from 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Tuition: $380
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. Prior acting experience is recommended.

Introduction to Shakespeare (ages 18 and over)
Instructor:Vanessa Buono
Tuesdays, April 6–June 8 from 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Tuition: $380
For those students just starting to explore the world and language of Shakespeare’s plays, this class will help to demystify his canon of work. Through a mixture of performance and text analysis, students will gain a strong understanding of verse, prose, meter, character and intent to prepare them for continuing study. Prior acting experience is not required.

Putting it All Together (ages 18 and over)
Instructor: Oran Sandel
Tuesdays, April 6–June 8 from 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Tuition: $380
For students who have taken both In the Moment and The Creative Process, this class is for the student who wants to create and perform original work. Whether from the seed of an idea, through improvisation, or from an original script, our focus will be to grow each student’s performance in the laboratory of the studio by providing opportunities to workshop each others’ pieces and give constructive critical response. Final performances for a small invited audience will take place at the discretion of the students. Prior acting experience is recommended.