Valley Youth Theatre's Spring 2017 Classes

Spring Classes Begin March 18, 2017 for Ages 3 to 17.  Classes run Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays! Ages: 12 -17 years old In this dynamic class, students are given the tools to tackle any classical, contemporary or original script. This class will focus on building and deepening fundamental skills; relationship, conflict, action and personalization through the use of challenging and fun exercises.  First Acting Out Class: Wednesday, March 22, 2017Class Day & Time: Wednesdays, 6:40pm - 8:00pmClass $165 + Registration Fee This class is 8 weeks and culminates with a performance for family and friends. ALL experience levels welcome! Technique  Ages: 7 - 11 years old This class is designed to help unlock imagination and build an arts foundation by studying the fundamentals of acting including: voice, movement, characterization and stage direction. A professional arts instructor will show unique ways to better approach the stage by teaching methods to sharpen audition and performance skills, understand direction, make adjustments and make strong choices... all the elements that will give a young actor confidence. All experience levels are welcome. First Class: Wednesday, March 22, 2017Class Time: 5:00pm - 6:20pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee This class is 8 weeks plus a fun showcase at the end to show-off for parents and friends.  ALL experience levels welcome! Ages: 12 - 17 This is a weekly class that focuses on the  fundamentals of improvisation through exercises that help to develop strong ensemble and character work. Develop stage presence as well as patience, self-confidence, story building, quick thinking, good communication skills and a respect for other performers and their creativity. First Class: Monday, March 20, 2017 Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee This class is 8 weeks plus a fun showcase at the end to show-off for parents and friends.    ALL experience levels welcome! Ages: 5 - 8 & 9 - 12 This is a weekly class that will teach students the EXCITING elements of musical theatre including: acting, dance, diction,  pitch, rhythm, tempo and ensemble work.   Students will perform ensemble numbers from Broadway shows for their showcase. Class Selections: Saturday Ages 5-8   First Class: Saturday, March 18, 2017 Time: 11:00am - 12:20pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee Saturday Ages 9-12 First Clsss: Saturday, March 18, 2017 Time: 12:40pm - 2:00pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee Tuesday Ages 5-8  First Class: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 Time: 5:00pm - 6:20pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee   Tuesday Ages 9-12  First Class: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 Time: 6:40pm - 8:00pm Cost: Class $165 + Registration Fee This class is 8 weeks plus a fun showcase at the end to show-off for parents and friends ALL experience levels welcome! Ages: 12 -17 years old Triple Threat is a weekly class for the serious performer who wants to focus on the big three performing arts disciplines: acting, dance and voice. Each session focuses more in depth on a different discipline. The spring session will be focusing on acting and scene work. Spring: Acting and Scene work Fall: Dance, Movement, Ensemble performance Winter: Singing for the stage- Solo/Ensemble Performance First Class: Thursday, March 23, 2017 Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Fee for Spring Session: $165 + registration fee This class is 8 weeks and culminates with a performance for family and friends to enjoy. ALL experience levels welcome! Ages: 5 - 8 Explore the world of drama and dance using the themes and music from our favorite stories! Each day will be filled with dramatic games to warm up our bodies and voices and get our imaginations ready for theatrical exploration. Students will learn theatre skills and terms, engage in dramatic play, explore dance and movement. First Class: Saturday, March 18, 2017Class Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00am - 9:45am Cost: Class $115 + Registration Fee      This class is 8 weeks and culminates with a performance for family and friends at the last class. ALL experience levels welcome! Play Pretend! Ages: 3 - 4 years old Play Pretend introduces young children to theatre through role playing and movement.  Each week your little actor will embark on a new adventure in play and creativity.  Inspire your child's imagination with theater games, crazy costumes, storytelling, funny dances, magic, music and more. Move to the beat of fun music and new twists on their favorite stories or new tales they create. First Class: Saturday, March 18, 2017 Class Day & Time: Saturday, 10:00am - 10:45am Class $115 + Registration Fee     This class is 8 weeks and culminates with a performance for family and friends at the last class. ALL experience levels welcome! Participating classes will collectively  showcase their work in an evening performance at   the conclusion of the SPRING Session on Friday, MAY 12, 2017 Treasure Trunk and Play Pretend will offer a separate showcase on the last day of their classes.