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26 www.pdop.org Coordinator: Erin Coffman | Supervisor: Megan Ulczak Drop-In Programs performing arts Youth Theater THEATER For students who are interested in diving deeper into the world of showbiz, we have classes for music, singing, dance, or all three! There will be an optional showcase at the end of the session that ensures an opportunity to perform and showcase these skills, providing a higher sense of confidence and achievement. Location: Dole Center Spring Session: Apr 2-Jun 1 • Spring Showcase Saturday Jun 3. Iif you don't wish to participate in the Spring showcase, you can receive a refund for the costume fee. • No class on 5/29 (Memorial Day) Summer Session: Jun 26-Jul 31 • No class on 7/4 (Independence Day) Spring (8-9 weeks) Summer (6 weeks) Program Ages Day/Dates Res Fee - Fee Day/Dates Res Fee - Fee Discovering Music M, 4:00 - 4:40P 4-6 Apr 3 - May 22 $116 - 136* Jun 26 - Jul 31 $72 - 92 Discovering the Stage M, 5:00 - 5:40P 4-6 Apr 3 - May 22 $116 - 136* Jun 26 - Jul 31 $72 - 92 Discovering the Stage Th, 4:00 - 4:40P 4-6 Apr 6 - Jun 1 $128 - 148* -- -- Intro to Singing M, 6:00 - 6:55P 7-12 Apr 3 - May 22 $132 - 152* -- -- Intro to Acting Th, 5:00 - 5:55P 7-12 Apr 6 - Jun 1 $146 - 166* -- -- Theatre for Beginners W, 7:00 - 7:55P 7-12 Apr 5 - May 31 $146 - 166* -- -- * Fee includes showcase costume for spring session Discovering Music A fun, upbeat class that allows kids to explore singing, dancing and various instruments while introducing them to music theory. No Class: 5/29 Discovering the Stage A high-energy, fast-paced class that introduces theatre skills and activities for young students who want to take the stage. Students will learn several warm-ups, games, and improvisation techniques to give them strong stage presence and confidence projecting their lines, as well as playing as an ensemble. No Class: 5/29 Intro to Singing Students learn and improve vocal technique with proper breath control, increase their vocal range, and learn to read sheet music. From classical arias to Broadway show tunes, the repertoire will consist of a combination of the instructor's assignments and student's picks. No Class: 5/29 Intro to Acting Actors will explore improvisation through fun games, dialects, scene study and monologues in this high- energy, fast-paced class. Students will strengthen their collaboration skills and apply new techniques to various forms of theatre. Theatre for Beginners Learn to how to be a triple threat! Each class will dive into acting, voice and dance exploration. Students will learn dance styles including jazz, hip hop, and tap; as well as sing solos, duets, and group songs from classical and contemporary musicals. ey will also learn unique comedic and dramatic styles of acting for a musical. Youth Summer Musical: Willy Wonka JR! Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fih is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. e children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory, or suffer the consequences. Ages 7-15 Location: Andersen Center Rehearsals Jun 24-Jul 27: Tu/, 4:00-7:00P and Sa, 1:00-400P Performances: Friday, Jul 28, 7:00P and Saturday, Jul 29, 2:00P Students interested in performing will audition with a song of their choosing, read lines from provided script pages, and learn and perform a short dance combination. Performers will be assigned roles and memorize their part throughout the process including scenes, songs, dances, and character development. Res Fee $200 - Fee $220

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