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Once weekly for four weeks. Grades 6-12
Acting with Isaak Olson: Wednesdays Oct. 16,23,30 & Nov. 6, 2024
This class will focus on basic tenets of acting, including essential acting terms, physicalization, memorization techniques, “The Moment Before”, knowing your “Other”, specificity and character analysis. During the course of the four weeks, students will be asked to memorize, perform, and workshop scenes and monologues in class. As memorization is required for performing scenes and monologues, students should be prepared to dedicate time outside of class each week. The class will culminate in a final performance, presented at the end of the final session.
Please bring the following to class: All necessary materials will be provided.
Please Wear: closed-toed shoes and clothes they are comfortable moving in.
Stage Combat with Mikael Mattsson: Wednesdays Feb 12,19,26 & March 5, 2025
Embark on a thrilling adventure in the realm of stage combat with our intensive 4-night workshop! Perfect for actors, directors, and enthusiasts craving hands-on experience, this immersive program delves deep into the art of staged combat. Led by our experienced stage combat instructor, each evening is packed with exhilarating training sessions, where you’ll learn essential techniques for unarmed combat, including punches, kicks, blocks, and fall techniques. Throughout the workshop, you’ll receive personalized instruction on how to perform with confidence while safeguarding yourself and your scene partner. Whether you’re a seasoned performer seeking to refine your craft or a newcomer eager to learn the ropes, this workshop offers a supportive and collaborative environment where you can unleash your creativity and push the boundaries of theatrical expression. Join us for four unforgettable nights of adrenaline, camaraderie, and artistic discovery as we journey together into the exciting realm of stage combat!
Please bring the following to class: Water bottle
Please wear: Clothes you are comfortable moving and sweating in. Trainers or similar workout shoes. No jewelry
Improv with Isaak Olson: Wednesday March 26, April, 2,9 & 16, 2025
This introductory class will focus on basic principles of improvisation, including essential improv terms, spontaneity, listening, “Yes and…”, creating believable characters, scene construction, physicalization exercises, and lots of fun improv games. During the course of the four weeks, students will be participating in a variety of games and exercises, both as individuals and in small groups. This class will offer a safe and encouraging environment for students to be creative, express themselves in a collaborative art form, and have lots of fun while doing it! The class will culminate in a final performance, presented at the end of the final session.
Please bring the following to class: All necessary materials will be provided.
Please Wear: closed-toed shoes and clothes they are comfortable moving in.
ABOUT OUR TEACHING ARTISTS
For more information, please email our Education Outreach Coordinator at education-outreach@musical.org, or call at (562) 856-1999 x241.