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SPRINGFIELD LITTLE THEATRE

EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULE 2009-2010

MONDAY

SLT Studio A                        SLT Studio B             SLT Studio C                        SLT Studio D                       

            (4th Floor)                    (4th Floor)                    (3rd Floor)                    (3rd Floor)                               

 

4-5       MT Dance                   Acting                         MT  Voice                  Acting

              (Teens)                        (Age 4-5)                     (Age 6-8)                     (Age 9-12)                                                                              

5-6       MT Dance                   Dance Your Booty      MT Voice                    Acting            

               (Age 9-12)                   Off (Adults)                (Teens)                        (Age 6-8)                                                        

6-7       Family Series               MT Dance                   MT Voice                    Acting and Improvisation      

               Rehearsal                     (Age 6-8)                     (Age 9-12)                   (Teens)                                                                                               

TUESDAY

SLT Studio A                        SLT Studio B             SLT Studio C                        SLT Studio D                                               

                                                                                                                       

4-5       J.V. Troupe                 Y.E.S. Troupe             Acting II-A                 Tap Dancing

                                                                                                 (Age 6-8)                     (Age 9-12)                  

5-6       Y.E.S. Troupe             J.V. Troupe                 Acting II-b                Tap Dancing

                                                                                                (Age 9-12)                   (Age 6-8)                                                                                                                                                                    

6-7       Family Series               Adult Acting               Musical Theatre           Beginning Tap

              Rehearsal                     (Adults)                       (Age 4-5)                     (Teens and up)                                   

 

WEDNESDAY

SLT Studio A                        SLT Studio B             SLT Studio C                        SLT Studio D                       

 

4-5       Young Artists             Troupers In Training                                                       Private Voice

5-6       Young Artists                                                                                                               Private Voice 

6-7        Family Series                                                                                                             Private Voice                                                                   

                Rehearsal

THURSDAY

SLT Studio A                        SLT Studio B             SLT Studio C                        SLT Studio D                                               

 

4-5       Youth Players             Showstoppers              Dance Your Booty                Private Voice

                                                                                                   Off (Adults)                           

5-6       Showstoppers              Youth Players             Bellydancing                          Private Voice

                                                                                                  (Teens/Adults)                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

6-7       Family Series               Acting                           Adult Acting II                        Private Voice                         

              Rehearsal                     (Age 9-12)                   (Teens/Adults)                                                                                                                                               

SESSION I:    September 14-October 27                                           TUITION:     

SESSION II:  November 2-December 17                                          $50 per six-week session

SESSION III:  January 11-March 1                                                   $90 for two complete courses in a six-week session

SESSION IV:  March 8-April 22                                                       $120 for three complete courses in six-week session

SESSION V:  April 26-June 7

ACTING CLASSES

THE PLAYGROUND

Ages 4-5

An exciting exploration of “play acting” for the very young child.  This class encourages your child to have confidence in his or her ideas and abilities, develop concentration skills, and learn to work with others.

Monday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio B

STORY EXPLORERS

Ages 6-8

A creative introduction to theatre.  Through the use of classic stories and improvisation, your child will learn the basic skills needed to better express his or herself on stage and off.  A great class for the first time theatergoer or child looking for constructive fun!

Monday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio D

ACTING II-A

Ages 6-8

An acting class designed for the confident youngster who has completed introductory classes and/or workshops. 

Tuesday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio A

ACTING BASICS

Ages 9-12

Always wanted to be an actor, but didn’t know where to start?  Come play with us in Acting Basics.  This class focuses on fun and creativity through theatre games and dramatic story-building.  Group interaction and cooperation in playing a scene will be emphasized.  Come play!

Monday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio D and Thursday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio B

ACTING II-B

Ages 9-12

Designed for the student who has mastered basic acting skills through classes and/or stage experience.  This class will challenge its students to create and sustain a believable character while working with a text.  Take the next step towards your acting career!

Tuesday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio C

ACT/TEEN

Teens

This class is designed for committed young adults who are interested in advancing their acting skills.  ACT/TEEN is a terrific class where students are challenged with monologues, scene work, and improvisation.

Monday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio D

ADULT ACTING

Ages 18 and up

For the adult who has an urge to experience theatre, this is the class for you!  Students will tackle scripts, do improvisation, enjoy good company, and have a fantastic time!  Fears of public speaking, be gone!

Tuesday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio B

ADULT ACTING II

Ages 18 and up

For the experienced adult student who desires to continue to stretch their acting muscle!

Thursday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio C

PRIVATE ACTING INSTRUCTION

Available by appointment.  Please contact Education Director Lorianne Dunn at 869-3869 x21 for more information.

 

DANCE CLASSES

BROADWAY BOUND

Musical Theatre Dance for Ages 6-8

In addition to learning fundamental dance steps, students will have the opportunity to perform repertory from popular children’s musicals.  What a wonderful way to prepare for that next dance audition!

Monday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio B

TAP DANCING

Ages 6-8

Tuesday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio D

STEPPIN’ OUT

Musical Theatre Dance for Ages 9-12

Learn to dance while enjoying both classic and contemporary showtunes.  Expand your dance vocabulary; improve your technique; and develop your performance skills!

Monday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio A

TAP DANCING

Ages 9-12

Tuesday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio D

GOTTA DANCE

Musical Theatre Dance for Teens and Adults

Back by popular demand, this class is high energy, fun-spirited and a terrific workout!  GOTTA DANCE features warm-ups, floor work, and musical theatre repertory. 

Monday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio A

BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE TAP

Teens and Adults

Tap your troubles away!  Offered due to popular request, this class serves as a great introduction to tap for the musical theatre lover or as a refresher course for the intermediate student.  Bring your shoes and be ready to have some fun!

Tuesday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio D

PRIVATE DANCE INSTRUCTION

Available by appointment.  Please contact Education Director Lorianne Dunn at 869-3869 x21 for more information.

VOICE CLASSES

 

DO-RE-MI

Musical Theatre Voice for Ages 6-8

Learn the basics of proper singing technique, how to sell a song, and how to give an impressive audition.

Monday/4:00-4:50 p.m./SLT Studio C

FA-SO

Musical Theatre Voice for Ages 9-12

Develop your vocal skills in the comfort of a group setting and gain confidence for that next audition.

Monday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio C

LA-TI-DO

Musical Theatre Voice for Ages 13-18

Improve your vocal skills while performing music written for the theatrical stage.  Learn how to use your voice correctly while singing as a character and present your best in an audition.

Monday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio B

PRIVATE VOICE INSTRUCTION

Available by appointment.  Please contact Education Director Lorianne Dunn at 869-3869 x21 for more information.

 

OTHER CLASSES

 

BROADWAY BABIES

Musical Theatre for Ages 4-5

A combined acting, singing, and dancing class for the very youngest students resulting in an informal musical theatre demonstration for parents and friends in the studio on the last day of class! 

Tuesday/6:00-6:50 p.m./SLT Studio C 

 

DANCE YOUR BOOTY OFF

A Musical Theatre Exercise Class for Adults

Inspired by the Oxygen Network television show by the same title, this class is a guaranteed great time of fun and fitness!  An exercise class designed to get your heart rate going, this class is aerobics made fun with all of your favorite showtunes and popular dance moves from all the best, high-energy dance musicals! 

Monday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio A and Thursday/4:00-4:50 p.m./Studio C

 

BELLYDANCING

Teens and Adults

Taught by Stephanie Judkins.  Please call 869-3869 x15 for more information!

Thursday/5:00-5:50 p.m./SLT Studio C

***The last half of the last day of SLT Education Classes is set aside as an opportunity for students to informally share some of what they’ve learned during the six-week session.  Family and friends are invited to attend the demonstrations to enjoy the process that is theatre education.*** 

T-SHIRTS

Springfield Little Theatre ACTOR IN TRAINING T-shirts may be purchased for $15.00 at the time of registration.  All proceeds from the sale of these shirts go to the SLT scholarship fund. 

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND POLICIES

Registration Procedure:  Pre-registration is required.  You may register by phone or mail.  To register by phone call 417-869-3869 extension 21 and ask for Lorianne.  To register by mail, complete the Registration Form on the back page and mail to:  Springfield Little Theatre, 311 East Walnut, Springfield, MO 65806, Attention: Lorianne.

Payment:  Class fees must accompany registration form.  Full payment by check or credit card is required in order to secure your space in the class.

Class Confirmation:  Within one week after registration, you will receive a letter confirming your place in class.

Cancellation Policy:  We want all students enrolled in the SLT Education Program to be satisfied with their experience.  If, after attending the first day of class, you decide you no longer wish to participate, we will refund your tuition (minus a $15 registration fee).  After the second day of class, no tuition or enrollment adjustments will be made.

Cancellation by SLT:  We reserve the right to cancel class if enrollment is insufficient.  Any tuition paid will be refunded in full.

Tuition:  $50 per six-week session.  $90 for two complete courses in a six-week session.  $120 for three complete  courses in a six-week session.

Holidays/Inclement Weather:  SLT will not hold regular education classes on days that Springfield Public Schools are out of session for a holiday or due to weather.  Make-up classes will be scheduled for the week immediately following the last week of a session.

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