The Young Actors at Strasberg Kids Program, for students in Grades 2 through 6, is an introduction to the creative art of acting. This program is for both the serious young actor and for those just beginning their training as the pedagogy is tailored to the individual. The schedule consists of Acting, Stage Combat, Musical Theatre and On Camera classes. The curriculum’s design provides an intensive introduction to acting and is a full day program running on Saturdays from 10:30 AM to 4 PM with one 30 minute lunch break. An Open House is scheduled the last Saturday for parents and friends to see their child in action.
Class descriptions
ACTINGSTAGE COMBATMUSICAL THEATREON CAMERA
Acting ignites the imagination and empowers our Young Actors to express themselves truthfully through dramatic circumstances. Students are introduced to Acting through creative drama exercises, improvisation, and scene work. Students learn the beginning of Lee Strasberg’s Method Acting techniques including relaxation and basic sense memory exercises. 2 hour class.
This course will introduce the students to the discipline and techniques of stage combat. Physical training will take place to strengthen the abilities of the actor with respect to performing aggressive actions in a safe and believable manner with a partner. Both beginners and experienced students will have the opportunity to advance their technique in an increasingly challenging and convincing way. Additionally, students will be introduced to techniques for both the stage and for film and the detailed differences to effectively perform in different mediums.1 hour per day.
The focus of this class shifts from semester to semester from Singing in Fall, Musical Theatre I in the Winter, and Musical Theatre II in the Spring. In Singing, students receive technical training in breathing, diction, harmony, and rhythm while building confidence and vocal strength. Musical terminology including applicable Italian musical terms is taught. Musical Theatre I combines beginning choreography with group singing, while Musical Theatre II advances the choreography the students learn. 1 hour class.
Students learn the technical skills and gain the experience required to perform on screen. Students’ work is recorded, played back, and discussed, allowing them the opportunity to improve and grow their understanding of how to translate their Acting, Voice, and Movement skills to the demands of the camera. From semester to semester, the class’ subject matter shifts from Beginning Camera Technique in the Fall, to Commercials in the Winter, and to Audition in the Spring. 1 hour class.
PROGRAM TUITION
ONE SEMESTER (12 WEEKS)
$1500 ($1350 plus $150 non-refundable registration fee)
THREE SEMESTERS (36 WEEKS)
$4200 ($4050 plus one $150 non-refundable registration fee)
PLEASE NOTE: Full tuition payment is required prior to starting classes.
PROGRAM DATES
WINTER 2017
Saturday, January 7 – Saturday, March 25
SPRING 2017
Saturday, April 1 – Saturday, June 24
CLOSED Saturday, May 27 (Memorial Day)
FALL 2017
Saturday, September 9– Saturday, December 9
CLOSED Saturday, September 30 (Yom Kippur)
CLOSED Saturday, November 25 (Thanksgiving)
WINTER 2018
Saturday, January 6 – Saturday, March 25
SPRING 2018
Saturday, March 31 – Saturday, June 23
CLOSED Saturday, May 26 (Memorial Day)
FALL 2018
Saturday, September 15– Saturday, December 8
CLOSED Saturday, November 24 (Thanksgiving)
