Here it is!! Sign up with instructors now! Synthetic Unlimited’s Summer Theater Education Program Monday, June 17th- Friday, August 9th, 2013 MONDAYS: 12-2 pm- Acting Shakespeare- Jeffrey Mason Four class series: June 17th & 24th, July 1st & 8th In this short course, actors will bring to life the most exciting material ever written for the stage: the plays of William Shakespeare. Working with monologue or scene selections of their choice, actors will start with verse and language, then move quickly to character, interaction, and daring, bold, creative interpretation. Ages sixteen and up. Actors may wear whatever they like, and each actor will need to bring a copy of the play or selection s/he chooses for a project. Enrollment is $100 for the series. To enroll contact Jeffrey Mason at jeffreydmason@hotmail. TUESDAYS: 10:00 – 11:30 am – Intermediate Theatrical Dance- Shawnna Fraser Six class series: June 18th & 25th, July 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th This exciting Little Players group class offers practice with intermediate theatrical dance combinations and choreography with the option of presenting at the Nevada County Fair. Ages 12-16. Returning students ages 10 & 11 accepted with instructor approval. Enrollment cost is $55.00 for the series. To enroll contact Little Players Activities Director Shawnna Frazer at [email protected], or (530) 798-9166. 12:00- 1:30 pm– Intermediate/ Advanced Drama & Improvisation- Shawnna Fraser Six class series: June 18th & 25th, July 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th This Little Players group class offers practice in intermediate to advanced theatrical terminology & concepts, as well as performance techniques through activities designed to instruct, educate, and entertain intermediate and advanced students. Ages 12-16. Returning students ages 10 & 11 accepted with instructor approval. Enrollment cost is $55.00 for the series. To enroll contact Shawnna Frazer. WEDNESDAYS: 10:00 – 11:30 am– Beginning Drama & Improvisation- Shawnna Fraser Six class series: June 19th & 26th, July 3rd, 10th, 24th & 31st This fun Little Players class introduces theatrical terminology and basic performance techniques through age-appropriate games and activities that promote a safe-to-be-silly atmosphere. Ages 8 - 12. Enrollment cost is $55.00 for the series. To enroll contact Shawnna Fraser. 12:00 – 1:30 pm– Advanced Drama & Improvisation- Shawnna Fraser Six class series: June 19th & 26th, July 3rd, 10th, 24th & 31st This Little Players class offers practice in age-appropriate advanced theatrical terminology and concepts, as well as performance techniques through activities designed to instruct, educate, and entertain. Ages 12-16. Returning students ages 10 & 11 accepted with instructor approval. Enrollment is $55.00 for the series. To enroll contact Shawnna Frazer. 3-4 pm- An Actor’s Survival Course- Eric Kenyon Eight class series: June 19th and 26th, July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st, August 7th This injury-proofing physical training course will train the actor or dancer to use safer, more adept movement immediately, and will have a progressive and permanent effect over the eight sessions. Students will be tested in fundamental movement to detect motor control dysfunction, and susceptibility to injury. According to the collective needs of the group, we will practice mobility and stability drills, dynamic stretches, movement prep, restorative and corrective exercise. All ages. Students train barefoot or in thin soled shoes, and should wear non-restrictive clothing. Enrollment is $25.00 per class, and $160.00 for the series. To enroll contact Eric at erickenyonrkc@yahoo, or (510) 393-2568. THURSDAYS: 11:00 – 1:30 – Theatrical Games Promoting Communication Skills- Shawnna Fraser Five class series: June 20th & 27th, July 11th & 25th, August 1st A valuable workshop geared towards enhancing communication skills and emotional awareness through drama and improvisation. Ages 12 – 16. Returning students ages 10 & 11 accepted with instructor approval. Please send students with a small, non-messy snack. Enrollment cost is $75.00 for the series. To enroll contact Shawnna Fraser. 2-4 pm - Career Development- Jimmy McCammon Four class series: June 20th & 27th, July 4th & July 11th A peer-to-peer workgroup for performers to explore the tools and techniques of staying busy and making a profit as an independent artist. Peers will assess one another honestly to encourage each other to refine the elements of their skill set which may not be ready for the professional world yet. Guest speakers and working professionals will share their experiences with the group. We will also explore and share trade resources, publications, tips, tricks and techniques to get you hired, cast, produced and published. Ages 16 and up. Entrance by donation. For more information, contact Jimmy at [email protected]. FRIDAYS: 12- 2 pm- Voice Lessons- Grace Fae Eight class series: June 21st & 28th, July 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, August 2nd & 9th Four half-hour sessions of private voice lessons with Grace. Each session will include basic breathing technique and exercises, stretching, vocal scales, work with vowel tones and diction, and acting in vocal performance. Each students should bring a water bottle, and songs (either sheet music or CD tracks) that they would like to work on. $25/ half hour, or 8/ $175. Ages sixteen and up. To enroll contact Grace at [email protected], or (530) 913-2810. Introduction to Acting- Grace Fae First Series: June 21st & 28th, July 5th & 12th Second Series: July 19th & 26th, August 2nd & 9th Each four week series includes yoga, stretching, vocal and acting exercises, and introduction to basic acting technique in terms of tablework, beats, objectives and actions. Students will work on and rehearse several monologues and scenes, and perform a memorized piece at the end of four weeks. Come in comfortable clothes that allow you to move, and feel free to bring a water bottle, and any material you are interested in working on. Enrollment is $25 per class, or $100 for the series. To enroll contact Grace Fae. One or Two Day Classes: How to Audition- Susan Mason Two class series: Tuesday, June 25th and Tuesday, July 2nd , from 2-5 pm both days In this two day series, you will learn the tools needed to help you gain confidence for a successful audition. Actors will practice cold readings, preparing and presenting an audition piece, writing a resume and filling out an audition form. Ages sixteen and up. Enrollment is $60 for both dates. For more information contact Susan at susanssmason@gmail. Acting 101- Grace Fae. Tuesday, July 9th from 2-5 pm Friday, August 16th from 1-4 pm These two separate classes are free, fun introductions to acting for middle and high school students. The class includes yoga, stretching, vocal and acting exercises, and theater games. Students will be cast in small scenes, and will rehearse and perform a short monologue or scene at the end of the three hour session. Come in comfortable clothes that allow you to move, and bring a water bottle, and any material you are interested in working on. Ages 13-18. Free or donation. For more information, contact Grace Fae at presidentsyntheticunlimited.org. Making a Scene- Pamela Hodges Two class series: Monday, August 5th, and Tuesday August 6th from 10 am-2 pm both days This two-day hands-on introduction to scenic painting for the theatre demonstrates and allows students practice with tools, techniques and materials, and teaches beginners or experienced painters how to create some theatre magic. Wear paint clothes and shoes, and prepare to get your hands dirty. No oil-based paints. Ages 15 and up. Enrollment is $60 for both dates. To enroll contact Pam Hodges at pamelartist@yahoo. For all Little Players Classes: A $25.00 Non-refundable deposit (per workshop) reserves your spot. The remaining balance is due on the first day of class. Discount for troupe members; enroll in 4 workshops and get $25.00 off total enrollment cost! All classes will have a limited class size of 10 students to ensure quality instruction and individualized attention. Students should arrive to all classes in athletic clothes allowing for freedom of movement, and are also asked to bring a water bottle labeled with their name. All classes will be held at the Synthetic Unlimited production space at 120 Joerschke Drive, in the Brunswick Basin, Grass Valley. Red doors painted with a white tree! Like our Facebook page at Synthetic Unlimited page on Facebook, sign up to volunteer, audition and receive our newsletter at syntheticunlimited.org, and come see us perform a new play every month at The Stonehouse in Nevada City! Unlimited starts with yoU!
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