Our STUDIO SERIES of classes affords adults and high school students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and understanding of theatre arts by learning new skills or improving existing ones. Fun and learning are at the forefront as students work with engaging instructors to hone talents that extend beyond the stage.

Enroll by phone at 317-924-6770 ext. 256. Class size is limited!
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• Basic Acting
  
• Intermediate Acting
  
• Advanced Acting/Scene Study*
  
• Individual Vocal Coaching/Training
• The Singing Actor/Cabaret Performance
• Basic Jazz Dance*
• Intermediate/Advance Jazz Dance*
• Musical Theatre Dance Styles
• Beginning Tap Dance
• Advanced Tap Dance*
• Special Seminar
• Civic Theatre Audition Preparation
  
• Play Pass
  

*Classes may also be attended and paid for on a per class basis.

	Workshop Locations Unless otherwise noted, all of our regularly scheduled classes are held at CIVIC STUDIOS conveniently located within one mile of the Theatre at 3729 & 3739 Commercial Drive. The Studios also serve as rehearsal space for our Mainstage productions. Click on the MapQuest link for directions. Schedule The Studio Series runs on a 10-week seasonal schedule with programming offered year-round. FALL SESSION: September 10, 2007 - November 17, 2007 WINTER SESSION: January 14, 2008 - March 22, 2008 SPRING SESSION: April 21, 2008 - June 28, 2008 SUMMER EXTENSION: July 7, 2008 - August 2, 2008
Please refer to the individual workshop schedules below to find the dates and times for the class or classes in which you are interested. Note that some classes may have to adjust schedules due to holidays or other events. The instructor will make these adjustments with each class individually. We encourage early enrollment, as class size is limited.
Payment Fees for classes vary depending on the length and level of the class. Payment must be made at the time of enrollment in order to secure a space in the class. Some classes (marked*) may be attended and paid for on a per class basis. Auditing a class A prospective student may audit any class one time for a $10 fee. As a courtesy to our staff, please notify the Education Programs Manager when you intend to attend so the instructor may be notified ahead of time. Call 317-924-6770 x256 or email education@civictheatre.org. Summer Extension NEW! This NEW addition to our year-round schedule will offer students the chance to continue coursework in select Studio Series classes at a special rate. Look for the "Summer Extension" flag next to the individual course descriptions to find which classes will be available for this program.

• 10 weeks (Limit 16)
  
• $150 (includes materials)
  Instructor: Peggy Cranfill (fall only, other sessions TBD)
  

This workshop is designed specifically for the new actor who wants to build self-confidence, learn how to analyze a script, develop a character, and work in a group setting to create a piece of live theatre. Amateur performers with little or no experience are welcomed into a nurturing environment where they can begin to grow and gradually understand the preparation that ultimately translates to performing for a live audience.

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FALL SESSION: Monday 9/10 - 11/12 from 7:00-8:30pm
WINTER SESSION: Monday 1/14 - 3/17 from 7:00-8:30pm
SPRING SESSION: Monday 4/21 - 6/23 from 7:00-8:30pm

• 10 weeks (Limit 16)
  
• $160 (includes materials)
  Instructor: Constance Macy-Koharchik (spring only, other session TBD)
  

For the occasional actor who wants to build on basic skills and develop greater control, this class is a must. Using a variety of classical and contemporary repertoire, more time will be dedicated to voice and movement training, building a portfolio and increasing awareness of self. Students will leave this class with a greater understanding of what makes an actor tick and an appreciation of the body and voice as the actor's instruments.

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: Wednesday 1/16 - 3/19 from 7:00-8:30pm
SPRING SESSION: Wednesday 4/23 - 6/25 from 7:00-8:30pm

• 10 weeks (Limit 10)
  
• $175 (includes materials)
  Instructor: Constance Macy-Koharchik
  

This course is designed with the experienced actor in mind. Class time will be spent carefully expanding versatility and depth by dissecting scripts and characters, working with partners on dramatic scenes and monologues and exploring the tools the actor uses to accomplish compelling theatre. Students will be required to spend time outside of class rehearsing scenes.

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: Tuesday 1/15 - 3/18 from 7:00-8:30pm
SPRING SESSION: Tuesday 4/22 - 6/24 from 7:00-8:30pm

**Experienced actors only

• Ages 12 & up
  
• $25 per half-hour, $40 per hour
  Instructor: Raena Faye
  

For the amateur or professional vocalist who wants to improve their technique and build a solid portfolio for audition or cabaret performance or maybe just for fun, Civic now offers professional vocal coaching & training. Working one-on-one with Ms. Raena Faye (credits include appearances with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, where she worked as a vocal coach for Broadway performers, as well as performances on Civic's stage), students will be challenged to stretch their understanding of the voice as their instrument while developing the technique necessary to compete for the big roles. As noted below, schedule is to be determined on an individual basis and all sessions will be held at Civic Studios unless other arrangements are made with the student and coach.

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SCHEDULE: To be determined upon enrollment.

• 10 weeks (Limit 20)
  
• $175 (includes materials)
  
• Instructor: Shannon Forsell & Brent E. Marty

Always searching for just the right way to present your favorite song? This class will spend time helping students choose the best song and the best possible performance technique. Build your repertoire and have a great time sharing material with the rest of the class. The final class will serve as a performance showcase for family and friends

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: N/A
SPRING SESSION: Tuesday 4/22 - 6/24 from 7:00-8:30pm

• 10 weeks (Limit 10)
  
• $150 (includes materials)
  
• Instructor: Cynthia Collins (winter only, other session TBD)
  

This introductory course is for beginning dancers or those "movers" who want to learn the basics of jazz dance and be better prepared for movement auditions. The class will employ various techniques developed by Luigi, Bob Fosse and other pioneers of the dance world to help students understand how they move in space while increasing their dance vocabulary and overall skill level. Appropriate footwear is required for this class. Please contact us to find out where you can purchase dance attire.

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FALL SESSION: Wednesday 9/12 - 11/14 from 5:30-7:00pm
WINTER SESSION: Wednesday 1/16 - 3/19 from 7:00-8:30pm
SPRING SESSION: N/A

• 10 weeks (Limit 20)
  
• $175 (includes materials)
  
• Instructor: Michael Worcel (spring only, other session TBD)
  

Summer Extension: Four classes for $50

Challenge yourself! This class will work with the experienced dancer to improve technique and keep skills sharp. From the demanding warm-up (based on Luigi technique) to the advanced floor exercises and choreographed routines, students will focus on building strength and realizing potential. Appropriate footwear is required for this class. Please contact us to find out where you can purchase dance attire.

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: N/A
SPRING SESSION: Wednesday 4/23 - 6/25 from 6:30-8:00pm
SUMMER EXTENSION: Wednesday 7/9 -7/30 from 6:30-8:00pm

• 10 weeks (Limit 20)
  
• $175 (includes materials)
• Instructor: Kenny Shepard
  

Learn the cakewalk, the soft-shoe, the finale from A Chorus Line. This upper level class focuses on the traditional and basic dance steps being used on Broadway and beyond even to this day. Having these basic steps in one's repertoire will help with auditioning and rehearsing and they're great fun to learn and perform.

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: Monday 1/14 - 3/17 from 7:00-8:30pm
SPRING SESSION: N/A

• 10 weeks (Limit 15)
  
• $115 (includes materials)
• Instructor: Linda Rees (fall only, other sessions TBD)

Summer Extension: Four classes for $40

Have you ever wondered how a tap dancer can make all that noise with just two feet? Well, wonder no more. This class teaches the very basics of "hoofing". Learn how to shuffle, flap, stomp and hop with ease and show off at your next audition! Tap shoes are required to take this course. Please contact us to find out where you can purchase appropriate footwear.

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FALL SESSION: Tuesday 9/11 - 11/13 from 6:00-7:00pm
WINTER SESSION: N/A
SPRING SESSION: Saturday 4/26 - 6/28 from 10:30-11:30am
SUMMER EXTENSION: Saturday 7/12 - 8/2 from 10:30-11:30am

• 10 weeks (Limit 10)
  
• $175 (includes materials)
  
• $25 for per class payment
• Instructor: Michael Worcel

Do you feel ready to tackle a full-out tap combination? Have you mastered the basics and started to add your own personal flair to the technique? Sign up for this class and take the stage! With more emphasis on putting together combinations and giving students a chance to really flex their ankles, this class will challenge the experienced tapper with more involved routines and a fast paced learning curve. Tap shoes are required to take this course. Please contact us to find out where you can purchase appropriate footwear.

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FALL SESSION: N/A
WINTER SESSION: Wednesday 1/16 - 3/19 from 5:30-6:30pm
SPRING SESSION: N/A

• Fees and class size vary according to workshop

Special seminars will be offered at various times throughout the year. Utilizing a master-class format and instructed by specialists, these intensive sessions will provide opportunities to study very specific areas of theatre performance. Some titles will include: stage combat, voice & movement technique for the stage, fencing and stage make-up. Be sure to check our website www.civictheatre.org or watch for e-mail announcements regarding upcoming Special Seminars.

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• FREE, No Limit

These abbreviated and informational courses will provide the interested actor with the tools necessary to prepare to audition for a specific production being featured on Civic's mainstage. Conducted by each show's artistic staff, the courses will be offered in the weeks prior to the actual audition date and will feature detailed information and training that may help you secure a role on our mainstage!

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All Studio Series students will receive one FREE ticket to the 2007-2008 Mainstage production of their choice at Civic Theatre. This offer does not apply to our holiday production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and tickets are restricted to Thursday evening and Saturday/Sunday matinee performances. Students must contact the Box Office at 317-923-4597 to reserve their individual seats.