ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN FOR THE LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE’S WINTER 2008 YOUTH THEATRE CLASSES
Classes include Acting for Teens, Stage Combat, Musical Theater Workshop, and a special Johnny Mercer Foundation Workshop
Registration Deadline is January 25, 2008

Children ages 6 through 18 can discover the joys of theater and learn the skills of performing live on stage by enrolling in one of the Laguna Playhouse Winter 2008 Youth Theatre Classes.

Winter acting classes are eight weeks long and are held on one day or evening per week. The Stage Combat classes and the Johnny Mercer Foundation Workshop are offered one weekend only. Most classes are located at The Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills, and are taught by working theatre professionals who have many years of experience in youth theatre. End of the class showcases or demonstrations are presented to families and friends.

Winter 2008 Youth Theatre Classes

STAGE COMBAT WORKSHOP

Ages: 12-18

Date: Jan 26 and 27

Day/Time: Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(Must be able to attend both days)

Fee: $125

Instructor: Christopher Villa

Location: City of Laguna Beach Recreation Department

For students who want to learn safe techniques in hand-to-hand and perhaps some small weaponry combat. Basic techniques taught safely by Certified Master Teacher.

CREATIVE DRAMA

Ages: 6-8

Date: Feb 4 – April 7

(No class Feb 18 and March 24)

Day/Time: Monday 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Fee: $136

Instructor: Jane Hilary

Location: Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills

This class is an excellent introduction to acting. Students explore self expression through playful exercises and rehearsal in preparation for their showcase. Students will increase their concentration, memorization skills, and focus their energy as they enjoy the creative experience. There is final showcase on the last day of class. Enrollment is limited to 10 students. Age requirements are firm.

ACTING FUNDAMENTALS

(Class is full with a waiting list)

Ages: 9-11

Date: Feb 5 – April 1

(No Class March 25)

Day/Time: Tuesday 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $136

Instructor: Jane Hilary

Location: Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills

Learn how to act in a fun and supportive environment! This class will focus on the creative needs of the individual student as well as ensemble acting; through short scenes, monologues and audition material. Class work is presented in a final showing. Enrollment is limited to 12. This class is an excellent preparation for The Laguna Playhouse Conservatory program.

INTERMEDIATE ACTING

Ages: 11-13

Date: Feb 5 – April 2

(No Class March 26)

Day/Time: Wednesday 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $136

Instructor: Jane Hilary or staff

Location: Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills

Basic acting skills include audition techniques are explored in exercises, short scenes, improvisation and ensemble pieces. Students work at their own skill level. Individual creativity encouraged. A class project is presented at the last class. Enrollment is limited to 12 students. Class progresses each session.

ACTING FOR TEENS

Ages: 13-18

Date: Feb 7 – April 3

(No Class March 27)

Day/Time: Thursday 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Fee: $136

Instructor: Jane Hilary or staff

Location: Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills

All students are welcome. This class offers continuous work on “using and working from self.” Audition techniques, monologues, scene study, improvisation, and basic character work. Class moves along rapidly and progresses each session.

SPECIAL CLASS

JOHNNY MERCER FOUNDATION WORKSHOP

Ages: 9-18

Date: Feb 9 and 10

Day/Time: Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(Must be able to attend both days)

Fee: $35

Instructor: Sari Rose Poll and the Johnny Mercer Foundation Artists

Location: Laguna Playhouse Production Center in Laguna Hills

Composer explored: Frank Loesser

The second annual workshop is back by popular demand! A special weekend of Musical Theater is offered to our community. Students will sing, dance, write their own songs and create artwork. The Composer explored this year is Frank Loesser (Guys & Dolls, How to Succeed in Business). Learn about beloved songwriter Johnny Mercer.

Instructor Bios

Jane Hilary is in her 15^th year as instructor for The Laguna Playhouse. She studied at the Royal Theatre Company in England as well as taught and directed both adults and young people. Jane is a professional actress, Stage Manager, and private coach.

Chris Villa is a professional, certified fight choreographer, actor and teacher at UCI. He has worked for The Laguna Playhouse for 7 years.