THE HUMAN RACE THEATRE COMPANY


		Welcome to the creative, dynamic and certainly dramatic world of theatre! Whether you have aspirations of Broadway and Hollywood or simply want to have fun and express yourself, The Human Race’s expanded Education program has something for everyone. Knowing that the performing arts can be a life-long passion, we have developed a curriculum that is designed to nurture that enthusiasm from early childhood on into retirement. Our classes are taught by professionals, people who make their living doing what they love – being in the theatre – and who seek to share their knowledge and experience with you. We look forward to seeing you and we thank you for becoming a part of The Human Race. CLASS LOCATION Unless otherwise noted, all classes take place in the Caryl D. Philips Creativity Center, located at 116 North Jefferson Street in downtown Dayton, between First Street and Second Street. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships for children in need of financial assistance are made possible thanks to the generous support of the Rotary Club of Dayton Foundation. For more information on scholarship guidelines and application forms, contact Marilyn Klaben, Education Director, at (937) 461-3823, x3132. Here’s a sneak peak at some of the classes we have scheduled for 2006-2007. Call Marilyn Klaben for more information or to register. COURSE LISTING TEEN ACTING CONSERVATORY Mondays, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 13 – 18 year olds Fee: $400 for the school year (Admission by audition only) Please note: Auditions were held on May 22, 2006 The Human Race’s Conservatory Program provides the opportunity for dedicated young performers to develop into disciplined, confident and mature actors. Meeting once a week through the school year, this select group of committed students works to enhance their natural abilities and expand their knowledge through training in a variety of theatrical areas. Conservatory Director Katie Pees and guest artists prepare students for an original production in May 2007 that showcases their talents through drama, dance and music. PLAY PRODUCTION CLASS Tuesdays, 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm 12 – 15 year olds Fee: $60 per five-week series Students learn basic acting skills plus performance technique as they rehearse short scripted plays together. Each series culminates in a mini-performance presented for family and friends on the last day of class. • Series I September 12 – October 10, 2006 • Series II October 17 – November 14, 2006 • Series III January 9 – February 6, 2007 • Series IV February 13 – March 13, 2007 • Series V April 10 – May 8, 2007 ACTING SHAKESPEARE Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 16 year olds – adult Fee: $100 per five-week series Develop confidence in understanding and performing scenes from William Shakespeare’s most famous plays. Using key scenes in Julius Caesar, Caesar Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth, students study and analyze Shakespeare’s poetry and prose and train to “speak the speech”...as a Shakespearean actor. • Series I September 13 – October 11, 2006 Instructor: Rocco dal Vera • Series IV February 14 – March 14, 2007 INSIDE THE THEATRE EXPERIENCE Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 16 year olds – adult Fee: $55 (Loft Series subscribers: $25) per three-week session Each session is devoted to an individual production – Moonlight & Magnolias and Big River. See the dramaturgical materials used by the company in the rehearsing and mounting of the show. Talk with the artists involved, attend a performance and respond to the production. The class fee includes a ticket to see the show. Marsha Hanna, Artistic Director of The Human Race, is the lead instructor and guest artists will be invited to present when appropriate. • Session I: Moonlight & Magnolias
			October 3, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Presentation on script and background on the making of Gone With the Wind as well as the real personalities and as well as the real personalities and historical facts contributing to the development of the script October 10, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm See the 7:00 p.m. performance of Moonlight & Magnolias followed by a 20-minute open discussion with cast members at The Loft Theatre October 17, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Evaluation and critique of production, discussion about artists’ choices and audience reactions
		• Session II: Big River
			December 5, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Presentations on Mark Twain, and Roger Miller and William Hauptman’s translation of Twain’s writings into this popular musical December 12, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm See the 7:00 p.m. performance of Big River followed by a followed by a 20-minute open discussion with cast members at The Loft Theatre December 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Evaluation and critique of production, discussion about artists’ choices and audience reactions

		AUDITION INTENSIVE Thursdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 15 – 18 year olds Fee: $100 per five-week series • Series I: “The School Musical”
			September 14 – October 12, 2006 Prepare for your Muse Machine or high school musical audition by singing and dancing in this class. Learn audition technique and etiquette as you rehearse and get feedback from your instructor. The selection of songs and monologues for individual actors can be challenging unless you have someone to give you professional advice. Instructor: Katie Pees
		• Series III: “College Theatre Prep ”
			January 11 – February 8, 2007 Getting into the college theatre program of your choice requires more than memorizing a couple of monologues. It involves assembling the right combination of materials into a program and rehearsing it until you are truly prepared. An outside eye is essential and professionalism cannot be underestimated. This class prepares you to achieve your goals in successful auditioning. Instructor: Scott Stoney

		ADVENTURES IN THEATRE I Saturdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am 6 – 8 year olds Fee: $55 per five-week series Children explore their imaginative abilities as they work cooperatively with others utilizing expressive voices, flexible bodies and creative problem-solving skills. Instructor: Jene Shaw • Series I: “Traveling through Time” September 16 – October 14, 2006 • Series II: “Creatures Large and Small” October 21 – November 18, 2006 • Series III: “Adventure/Fantasy” January 13 – February 10, 2007 • Series IV: “Friendship” February 17 – March 17, 2007 • Series V: “Folklore and Fairy Tales” April 14 – May 12, 2007 ADVENTURES IN THEATRE II Saturdays, 10:45 am – noon 9 – 12 year olds Fee: $60 per five-week series Develop basic acting skills through team-building theatre exercises which expand vocal technique and movement skills. Using literature and short dramatic scenes, students begin to develop characters through role-playing and improvisational experiences. Instructor: Jene Shaw • Series I: “Story Drama” September 16 – October 14, 2006 • Series II: “Poetry” October 21 – November 18, 2006 • Series III: “Theatre Sports” January 13 – February 10, 2007 • Series IV: “Shakespeare” February 17 – March 17, 2007 • Series V: “Monologues and Scenework” April 14 – May 12, 2007 BROADWAY BIRTHDAY BASH Saturdays, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm 4 – 8 year olds Number of participants allowed per party: 15 – 25 Fee: $15 per person (includes cake and gift bag for each child) The perfect birthday party can now be scheduled at The Human Race Theatre Company! If your child loves performing and loves being in the spotlight, come join a team of talented performers as they take your child and their friends on a theatrical birthday journey. Visit Neverland, The Land of Oz, a Pirate Ship and a Magic Castle together. Your child and his/her friends sing, act and have a chance to create a Broadway show! Please join us for a magical birthday bash. The Human Race Theatre Company also offers: • Artist in Residencies in area schools • Individual coaching in voice, acting and audition preparation • In-School Tour performances of Huck Finn • Job shadowing • Career Day presentations • “Successful Presentations” training sessions for businesses

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