Youth Workshop: Elements of Theatre
Tuesdays, 4-6 pm
Session 1: January 9-30
Session 2: February 6-27
Ages: 7-16
$155
This class will explore many elements of theatre including scene study, character development, improvisation, audition and callback techniques, speech, and movement. Actors will gain stage knowledge by working with their fellow actors to ‘tell the story’ using strong beginning, middle and end techniques. Ages 7-16. $155 for 4-week workshop. Tuesdays, 4-6 pm.
Improv Comedy Class for Teens!
Thursdays, 5-7 pm
7-Week Class Beginning January 18
Ages: 11-17
$195
Teens can now connect and unleash their inner creativity on a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity, and endless possibilities, as they learn Improv Comedy in an extremely supportive environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of improv through a series of engaging exercises, games, and scene work as each week builds on what was learned the previous week. It is a great opportunity to make friends, while having fun and learn invaluable communication skills and teamwork.
Youth Movement and Vocals Class
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 am
4-Week Workshop, Beginning February 3, 2024
Ages: 9-15
$175
Kage and Brenda Hart from Fred Astaire Dance Studio Oceanside coach young performers to tap into their potential to grow their confidence and abilities through lessons based on movement and vocal expression.
Youth Program Weekly Themes:
Week 1: Intro to ballroom and swing. Voice 101, voice as an instrument.
Week 2: Posture and stage presence. Breathwork and the diaphragm.
Week 3: Distinguishing between styles of movement and dance. Getting into character through song.
Week 4: Putting it all together. Preparing for your audition.
Kage and Brenda Hart from Fred Astaire Dance Studio Oceanside have been teaching dance in North County for over 10 years.
Kage has taught all styles of ballroom and partnership dancing for 22 years. He has owned and operated a dance studio for over 13 years helping people learn how to move their bodies through all forms, from Tango to Cha Cha, Swing and Waltz and has choreographed for competition showcases and theatrical stage performances.
Brenda Joined the Fred Astaire dance studio in 2015, where she has been teaching and participating in dance competitions ever since. In addition, she has actively participated in vocal performances and projects, as a writing and recording artist, as well as back up vocal studio work. As a young performer she attended San Diego School for Creative and Performing Arts and later, the San Francisco State University vocal Jazz program.