Our JR CIVIC programs invite young children Preschool through Grade 6 to begin to understand the idea of story, discover the world of theatre, and explore their own imaginations. Creativity and self-expression are fostered in an encouraging environment.

Enroll by phone at 317-924-6770 ext. 256. Class size is limited!
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• Preschool Players - Ages 3-4
  
• Imagination Express - Ages 5-6
  
• Acting I - Grades 1-6
  
• Acting II - Grades 4-6
  
• From Page to Stage I - Grades 7-9
• From Page to Stage II - Grades 7-9
• Play Pass
• On-Demand Program

• Workshop Locations
  
• Scholarships and Alternative Payment

Contact Holly Stults at 317-924-6770 ext. 256 to arrange for scholarships or a flexible payment schedule.

Preschool Players Enroll Now!

• 1 hr. class - 8 sessions (limit 10)
  
• Preschool (ages 3-4)
  
• $95 (includes materials)
  

The journey begins!
In this one-hour class that meets once a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for 4 weeks during our Winter Intensive, our youngest students will discover the magic of today's popular literature for children and how they can play a part in it. By challenging their creative spirits in a fun and interactive setting, specific exercises and techniques bring these youngsters along on an exciting weekly journey, encouraging play and dramatic expression. Children will leave the class with a new sense of self and the world around them.

At Indianapolis Civic Theatre Directions

FALL SESSION
Saturday 9/13 – 11/8 from 9:00 – 10:00am (no class on 10/25) Ages 3-4
WINTER INTENSIVE SESSION
Tuesday & Thursday 1/6 – 1/29 from 10:00 – 11:00am Ages 3-4
SPRING SESSION
Monday 4/13 – 6/8 from 10:00 – 11:00am (no class on 5/25) Ages 3-4

Imagination Express Enroll Now!

• 1 hr. class – 8 sessions (limit 10)
  
• Kindergarten (ages 5-6)
  
• $95 (includes materials)
  

Listening and Developing!
In this one-hour class that meets once a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for 4 weeks during our Winter Intensive, children explore the structure of a story, develop a deeper awareness of self through traditional acting exercises for youth and discover new ways to express creative ideas and use their imaginations. Ultimately, listening skills develop and natural instincts emerge allowing everyone to flourish and have fun in a unique environment that simultaneously promotes social interaction and individual expression.

At Indianapolis Civic Theatre Directions

FALL SESSION
Tuesday 9/9 – 10/28 from 4:00 – 5:00pm Ages 5-6
WINTER INTENSIVE SESSION
Monday & Wednesday 1/5 – 1/28 from 4:00 – 5:00pm Ages 5-6
SPRING SESSION
Saturday 4/18 – 6/13 from 9:00 – 10:00am (no class on 5/23) Ages 5-6

Acting I Enroll Now!

• 1 ½ hr. class - 8 sessions (limit 10)
  
• Grades 1-3 & Grades 4-6
  
• $125 (includes materials)
  

Discover your potential!
This introductory acting class for elementary school children encourages them to think creatively and challenge themselves as they examine the various aspects of performing. Incorporating improvisation, terminology and some basic script development, students use their voice, body and mind to pursue goals, create characters and scenes, and work as an ensemble. This class meets for an hour and a half, once a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for 4 weeks during our Winter Intensive.

At Indianapolis Civic Theatre Directions

FALL SESSION
Tuesday 9/9 – 10/28 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 1-3
Wednesday 9/10 – 10/29 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 1-3
WINTER INTENSIVE SESSION
Monday & Wednesday 1/5 – 1/28 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 1-3
Tuesday & Thursday 1/6 – 1/29 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 4-6
SPRING SESSION
Tuesday 4/14 – 6/2 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 1-3
Wednesday 4/15 – 6/3 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 4-6
Saturday 4/18 – 6/13 from 10:00 – 11:30am (no class on 5/23) Grades 1-3

Acting II Enroll Now!

(previous class experience preferred - not required)

• 1 ½ hr. class - 8 sessions (limit 10)
  
• Grades 4-6
  
• $125 (includes materials)
  

Explore the possibilities!
This class for the experienced youngster takes learned skills and puts them to work in a more challenging atmosphere. Students will continue to employ games and exercises that develop voice and movement techniques while working on script development and some basic character analysis. In addition, more time is allotted for individual attention providing for a more enriching classroom experience. This class meets for an hour and a half, once a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for 4 weeks during our Winter Intensive.

At Indianapolis Civic Theatre Directions

FALL SESSION
Thursday 9/11 – 11/6 from 4:15 – 5:45pm (no class on 10/23) Grades 4-6
WINTER INTENSIVE SESSION
Tuesday & Thursday 1/6 – 1/29 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 4-6
SPRING SESSION
Thursday 4/16 – 6/4 from 4:15 – 5:45pm Grades 4-6

On-Demand Program

Individual Classes

• Regular class fee + additional $10 convenience fee per student
  

Having trouble fitting one of our regularly scheduled classes into your hectic schedule? We can help! If you have a group of 6-10 young people interested in taking one of the applicable classes, we will tailor a regular 8-week or 4-week Intensive class session to accommodate you. You provide us with the dates and times that are convenient for you and we will provide the space and an instructor.

Community or School Groups

• Flat fee of $100 per student
  

As part of our Community Outreach programs, we now also offer ON-DEMAND programming to local community groups and area schools. Each group must have 6-10 students and existing curriculum from our Jr. Civic classes must be used. For these groups, we will gladly supply an instructor in our own space or send an instructor directly to your community center or school. Each class can run on an 8-week schedule (once a week for 8 weeks) or as an Intensive 4-week schedule (twice a week for 4 weeks).

The following classes are available for this program:

• PRESCHOOL PLAYERS Ages 3-4
  
• IMAGINATION EXPRESS Ages 5-6
  
• ACTING I Grades 1-3 & Grades 4-6
  
• ACTING II Grades 4-6
  
• FROM PAGE TO STAGE I Grades 7-9
  
• FROM PAGE TO STAGE II Grades 7-9
  
• MUSICAL THEATRE MINI Grades 4-9
  

Please contact Holly Stults at 317-924-6770 ext. 256 to arrange for an ON DEMAND class.