Classes
Vita Theatre offers acting, improv, scene study and performance creation classes and workshops designed for teens, adults
Whether you’re a teen just learning the ropes, an emerging artist working to create your own show, a ’40 something’ looking to improve your performance on community stages or a senior wanting to have fun, meet people and keep your creative juices flowing, Vita has a class for you.
If you are interested in a class that does not have dates, times or location listed, please send us an email.
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ADULTS
ACTING FOR THE STAGE I: The Actor’s Process
Have you always wanted to try acting? Are you looking for ways to be more confident on stage? Or maybe you just want to sharpen your skills and improve your craft. Acting for the Stage I checks all of those boxes.
This level I course will cover the basic performance skills needed for more confident, natural stage acting, and give you the tools and techniques that you need to improve. Topics will include the fundamentals of vocal and physical performance, listening and being in the moment, playing action and using tactics, as well as tools, tips
The course is perfectly tailored for community theatre actors and directors from 18 – 88 years of age. Come explore and fun with your fellow actors!
Location(s): Ladysmith Little Theatre
Term: Fall (tentative) See below for online class***
Enrollment: max. 18
Duration: 12 weeks*
Cost: $250/ person ($225 for Ladysmith Little Theatre members)
Dates: CLASS MOVED TO SEPTEMBER 2020
Times: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
ACTING FOR THE STAGE II: Scene Study
This is an advanced scene study course. For those who have completed Acting for the Stage I, this next level will build on the previous foundations and dive into scene study, character development, breaking down a script, working with directors, rehearsal techniques and more. Emphasis will be placed on scene work, rehearsal, and hands-on, in-class coaching sessions.
The final class may include a performance (of the scenes developed) for friends and family if students agree.
NOTE: If you have a good deal of experience on stage and believe you understand the fundamentals, please contact Barbra to discuss which course would be right for you.
Location(s): Ladysmith Little Theatre
Term: Fall (tentative)
Enrollment: max. 16
Duration: 12 weeks
Cost: $250/ person
Dates: Fall 2020, TBA
Times: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
ACTING FOR THE STAGE III: Creating Character
infCreating Character explores how to develop realistic, captivating characters with strong story arcs and engaging personalities. We will begin by looking for clues in the script, move into effective rehearsal techniques, and take the process through to polishing a fully-fleshed out personality in performance. Whether comic or dramatic, hero or villain, lead or supporting role, this course will help actors create characters that audiences will fall in love with.
The class is designed for the actor who is looking to hone their skills both in rehearsal and in performance. Those who have taken Acting for the Stage I and/or II, or anyone who has a good deal of experience on community stages would benefit from this advanced course.
Location(s): Ladysmith Little Theatre
Term: Fall (tentative)
Enrollment: max. 16
Duration: 12 weeks
Cost: $250/ person ($225 for Ladysmith Little Theatre members)
Dates: CLASS MOVED TO SEPTEMBER 2020
Times: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
***NEW! ONLINE CLASSES ARE COMING SOON!
We are currently developing an online version of Acting for the Stage I and will be creating other online classes over the summer and fall. Check back for details and email Barbra so she can notify you when the courses are ready. (Clicking the REGISTER button will also reach Barbra. Simply input the name of the class you’re interested in and put “online” in the message section. You can choose Fall or Spring (it doesn’t matter which you select).
TEENS
IMPROV FOR TEENS
This class is designed for budding actors and comedians. If you love to make people laugh and enjoy being spontaneous, then this is the class for you! Improv for Teens will show you how to create entire scenes from scratch right in front of the audience AND help you hone your performance skills. Improv is one of the best preparations for beginning actors, and this class is highly recommended as a prerequisite for Intro to Acting and all further study.
Location(s): Duncan, Ladysmith
Enrollment: max. 18
Duration: 12 weeks
Cost: $225/ person
Dates: TBA
INTRO TO ACTING
This foundational class introduces the student to the basics of acting for the stage: voice, body, presence, listening, action, character and theatre etiquette. Students will emerge familiar with and primed for forays onto high school and community stages.
Location(s): Duncan, Ladysmith
Enrollment: max. 18
Duration: 12 weeks
Cost: $225/ person
Dates: TBA
SENIORS
THRIVE!
NOTE: Any of the Adult classes or workshops may be suitable for most seniors. If in doubt, contact Barbra to discuss the possibilities.
Thrive! is a program specially designed for seniors living in active living communities and independent or assisted living residences. The program is meant to offer seniors the opportunity to pursue their interests, meet people in a safe and friendly setting, access their creative talents and help improve quality of life. As studies have shown, the performing arts improve cognitive function, memory, mood and motor skills; Thrive! is not only fun, it’s good for overall health.
Participants will use their experiences, talents
The program will run year-round in sets of 12 or
