WINTER/SPRING EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2009
Welcome to the world of theatre education at The Human Race Theatre!
Performing arts can be a lifelong passion, so The Human Race has developed a curriculum to cultivate that enthusiasm from childhood through adulthood. Classes are taught by theatre professionals- people who make their living doing what they love and who seek to share their knowledge and experience with others.
Registration Information: Full payment by check or credit card is required to secure a space in any class. Enroll for two classes or enroll with a friend and receive a 10% discount. Minimum enrollment must be met for all classes, and classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment three business days before the first day of class. Download the registration form (PDF format).
Class Location: All classes are held in the Caryl D. Philips Creativity Center of The Human Race, located at 116 N. Jefferson Street in downtown Dayton, between First and Second Streets.
Scholarships: Thanks to the generous support of National City, a limited number of scholarships are available for children in need of financial assistance. Download the scholarship application (PDF format).
Contact Information: Education Director Marilyn Klaben at (937) 461- 3823, extension 3132.
ADVENTURES IN THEATRE
Saturday Morning KIDS CLASSES |
Ages 5—8 |
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Designed to cultivate natural creativity and develop responsibility, respect and collaboration. Students are encouraged to express themselves through voice and movement as they participate in fun, interactive theatre exercises which focus on imaginative play and teamwork. Each session's themes provide new inspiration for creating stories, role-playing and learning about themselves and others. SESSION III: Saturdays, January 10 - February 7, 9:30am–10:30am THEME: “How do you get to Wonderland?” Fee: $60 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw Take a ride to imaginative places on methods of transportation that you invent together. Create the scene in these new settings and add colorful characters whose stories are yet to be discovered. Through role - playing, movement and vocal exercises, and story drama, share your finished product on the last day of the session. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) SESSION IV: Saturdays, February 14 - March 14, 9:30am–10:30am THEME: “Treasure Seekers” Fee: $60 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw In this class, students will have the opportunity to use props that they find in a huge treasure chest. Add a YO HO, a parrot, and some pirates and soon you will have the makings of a story to act out. The Pirate Adventure short play will be shared with family and friends on the last day of the session. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) SESSION V: Saturdays, April 11- May 9, 9:30am–10:30am THEME: “SO FUNNY I Forgot to Laugh” Fee: $60 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw Explore jokes and riddles and see what makes your classmates laugh. Practice telling jokes in front of the group and end with a great punch line. Share humorous family stories and learn to express yourself in a very dramatic way. Share jokes and riddles with your friends and family on the last day of the session. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) |
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More Saturday Morning KIDS CLASSES |
Ages 9—12 |
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Designed to further foster a child's creativity and channel energy toward a group goal. Students are introduced to basic theatre skills and will enjoy the artistic challenge of developing a character. Working together to create original scene work, based on the themes of each session, provides students with an enriching experience. SESSION III: Saturdays, January 10 - February 7, 10:45am–Noon THEME: “Famous Characters from Ohio” Fee: $65 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw Wear a frying pan on your head like Johnny Appleseed or write beautiful poetry like Paul Laurence Dunbar. Be a sharpshooter like Annie Oakley or orbit the earth like John Glenn all with the help of your vivid imaginations and a few basic acting techniques. On the last day of the session, there will be a sharing session for family and friends to attend. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) SESSION IV: Saturdays, February 14 - March 14, 10:45am–Noon THEME: “Magical Myths” Fee: $65 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw In this class, students will have the opportunity to use props that they find in a huge treasure chest. Add a YO HO, a parrot, and some pirates and soon you will have the makings of a story to act out. The Pirate Adventure short play will be shared with family and friends on the last day of the session. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) SESSION V: Saturdays, April 11 - May 8, 10:45am–Noon THEME: “Shakespeare - Rhyam and Reason” Fee: $65 Instructor: Jene Rebbin Shaw Find pleasure in the sound of Shakespeare’s language. Study some of the most famous character monologues and rehearse and perform dramatic scenes with the members of the class. Share your polished scenes with your family and friends on the final day of the session. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) |
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ADULT CLASSES
LOL - Laugh Out Loud Comedy Shop |
Ages 16 and Up |
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This class will pick up where Beginning Actors' Training – Part I left off, but is designed so that students of differing skill levels can work together while growing toward their own personal goals. DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays TIME: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fee: $150 Instructor: Jake Lockwood What makes a joke funny? Why are some situations likely to get a laugh while others leave an audience painfully silent? If you ever pondered these questions, join Jake Lockwood in the fun of seeking the answers. Jake will draw on his years of professional action and improvisation experience to delve into the daunting world of comedic choices. Discover how to trust the flow of ideas, as you create comedy sketches with other members of the class. The last class of the session will feature a performance for family and friends to enjoy! Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) |
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SECRETS of Acting Shakespeare |
Ages 16 and Up |
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DATE: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm TIME: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fee: $150 Instructor: Bruce Cromer Actors Wanted to Play Shakespeare! Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) |
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Actor's Training III: Scenework, cont. |
Ages 16 and Up |
DATE: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm TIME: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fee: $150 Instructor: Marsha Hanna Welcome all intermediate adult acting students! Scott Stoney will be in rehearsal for Wait Until Dark but encourages continuing students to grab this opportunity to work with The Race's Artistic Director. Basic acting techniques, vocal exercises and character building will be explored based on the individual strengths of each acting student. Commitment to attending each class is essential since this work will be accomplished with partners in class. Download the Registration Form (in PDF format) |
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