October 4, 2008 - May 21, 2009


Preteen/Youth Theatre School 
Preteen (5.5-7yrs)/Teen (12-18 yrs)

Basic

All basic level classes develop confidence, discipline for the work, explore creativity and prepare students to perform on the stage as an ensemble.

Acting

Students participate in fun introductory theater games, improvisation exercises, vocabulary and acting techniques.

Dance

Students learn basic dance vocabulary, stretches and exercises through jazz dance/hip-hop and ballet concepts.

Vocal Arts (teens only)

Students learn basic vocal arts vocabulary and choral singing through breathing and vocal exercises and basic music theory. 

Beginning/Intermediate

The beginning intermediate level classes are by audition only and are for students to receive serious training in the performing arts and to prepare for auditions for schools of high learning and/or professional work.  A limited amount of partial scholarships are available.

Artistic Merit Acting Program

Students learn acting and voice/speech techniques that prepare them to develop characters, work with scripts for the stage.

Artistic Merit Dance Program (teens only)

Students take ballet, jazz and African Dance techniques which prepares them to perform dance variations and dance pieces.

Advanced

The advanced level classes are by audition only and continue the curriculum to the advanced level.  These students have the opportunity to perform in student traveling shows and workshops and to audition for New Freedom Theatre’s Season of Performances.  A limited amount of partial and full scholarships are available.

Artistic Merit Acting Program

Students learn acting and voice/speech techniques that prepare them to develop characters, work with scripts for the stage and for more advanced performance opportunities. 

Artistic Merit Dance Program (teens only)

Students take ballet, jazz and African Dance techniques which prepares them for more advanced performance opportunities and to perform dance variations and dance pieces. 

Artistic Merit Vocal Arts Program (teens only)

Students continue learning vocal arts vocabulary and choral singing with emphasis on harmony and small group and solo singing for the stage. 

 


 Adult Theatre School

STUDENTS CAN MAJOR IN ACTING OR FITSTATION!

Basic
Basic Acting

Students participate in acting exercises that promote self-expression, emotional expression, creativity and vocal articulation.  These classes prepare students to perform monologues, scenes and to develop characters on stage as well as get the actor’s body expressive for acting.  

Beginning/Intermediate

The beginning intermediate level classes are by audition only and are for students to receive serious training in the performing arts and to prepare for auditions for professional work.  A limited amount of partial scholarships are available.

Artistic Merit Acting Program

Students learn acting and voice/speech techniques that prepare them to develop characters, work with scripts for the stage.  Students involved in this class will participate in The Black History Show and a production of a drama in the Spring.

FitStation

Get in Shape!  Get healthy!  Have Fun! Take two (2) fitness classes per week—Afro-Aerobics and Pilates.

 


 Session Dates and Times 

Preteen Basic - Saturdays
October 4, 2008 - May 16, 2009
Ages 8-11, 9am - 12Noon
Ages 5.5-7, 1pm - 3:30pm

Artistic Merit Program (By audition only) - Saturday
9am - 12Noon, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Fall Open House - December 13, 2008
Students share their progress with parent/guardians, family and friends.

Moment of Sharing -  May 16, 2009
End of the session performance
 
Teen Basic

 

October 7, 2008 - May 21, 2009
Tuesday/Thursday 4:30pm - 6:30pm  

Fall Open House - December 9, 2008
Students share their progress with parent/guardians, family and friends. 

Moment of Sharing -  May 14, 2009 & May 21, 2009
End of the session performance 
 
Artistic Merit Program 
Beginning/Intermediate -Tuesdays/Thursdays
4:30pm - 7:30pm

 

Advanced - Tuesdays/Thursdays, Saturdays
4:30pm - 7:30pm, Saturdays 4pm - 7pm
  
Adult Basic
October 21, 2008 - December 16, 2009
Tuesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm
 
Fall Open House - December 16, 2008
Spring Open House - March 26, 2008
Students share their progress with parent/guardians, family and friends.
 
Artistic Merit Program - Beginning/Intermediate
Tuesday/Thursday 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Saturdays 4pm - 7pm

 


Tuition 

Preteens & Teens

$900 includes $25 registration fee - Can be payable through payment plan.  You can pay 1/2, 1/3 down and make monthly payments.

Adult Basic Acting
$350 includes $25 registration fee - Can be payable through payment plan.  You can pay 1/2, 1/3 down and make monthly payments.

Adult FitStation
$10/class
 
 
All Questions about Tuition Payments, Scholarships, and Financial Aid should be addressed to an Admissions Representative by calling 215-765-2793 ext.8285, 2256, 2300, or 8290.