Dare to Dream Theatre - The Actor in You Series

The Actor in You Series
K-9th grade

Minimum class size: 8 students
Maximum class size: 20 students

Every Semester, “The Actor in You Series” explores worlds from literature.

In Fall of 2009, join your friends and Dare to Dream as we learn acting and public speaking skills while we explore current issues through themes of the Fall 2009 Production of "Disney's High School Musical"

LEVEL 1: (K-1 grade)-- An introduction to imagination and creative dramatics. This level encourages creative play and introduces value-based learning. Level One students will enter drama through story and improv during every session. The class will present one of their story explorations at the end of their session.

LEVEL 2: (2-3 grade) -- Studies the bare basics of stage and acting, focusing more on breaking the "shy" barrier. This level introduces storytelling, discovery and using one's imagination. Students will present one of their weekly story explorations at the end of their session.

LEVEL 3: (4-5 grade) -- Students embark on an adventure through literature and public speaking. Explore basic theatre skills through study of Cross-Curricular Activities. Some script work will be introduced. Students will present a sample of their work at the end of the session.

LEVEL 4: (6-9 grade) -- As advanced students of the art, more emphasis is placed on technique than on the exploration of literature. This level defines the basic skills of acting at a more mature level. Setting and achieving goals, exploring morals and working on one's ability to think critically are emphasized. Students are exposed to short scenes and fundamental stage skills are introduced while they sample scenes from the current production of "Disney's High School Musical". Students perform their scenes at the end of their session.

All levels welcome new and old students alike, meeting each child on their level while encouraging growth and learning. Each age group will concentrate on the same skill set, but the activities and exercises will vary by level.

Individuality is encouraged and all levels of experience are welcome. Empathy, sensitivity and concern for others are heavily emphasized throughout the series.

The session is running Fall 2008 on Sat. afternoons at Dare to Dream Theater, 634 N. 10th St. (corner of 10th and St. Clair) in Manitowoc.

Level 1: ... 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Level 2: ... 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Level 3: ... 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Level 4: ... 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Level 5: ... 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cost is $100 or $10/week. Register in advance.

If there is enough interest, an after school option may be available as well.

Early Bird Special

“The Actor in You”

Saturdays Fall 2008

Handling fee charged for online registration

Level One (K-1)
Level Two (Grades 2-3)
Level Three (Grades 4-5)
Level Four (Grades 6-9)
Level Five (Highschool)

See the complete list of upcoming classes!

If you would like to register, suggest additional locations, or to receive more information, contact Rachel Baas at daretodreamtheatre@msn.com.