We apologize, registration for Fall Ecospace classes are closed. Classes will not be running at Ecospace this Fall. But stay tuned for news for a new location in West Hartford for exciting offerings!
Ages 6-8
Description: In this class students will re-imagine familiar stories like Snow White and Peter Pan with surprising new characters, settings, and problems! Over the eight-week session students will learn acting skills such as creating characters, how to express emotions on stage and how to work as a team through fun games and exercises! A share performance for families and friends will conclude the session on March 23rd!
Saturdays, 10:00am-11:00am
Dates: Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23*
*Share Day for Families and Friends: Saturday, March 23rd (regular class, 10:00am, Share to begin at 10:30am)
Tuition: $150 plus $5.00 registration fee
Teaching Artist: TBA
Ages 9-12
Description: In this class students will continue to learn and develop personal understanding of playing an action, being in the moment, listening and responding to stage partners, and other advanced fundamentals of acting through a variety of fun exercises, improvisations and scene work. A share performance for families and friends will conclude the session on March 19th!
Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Dates: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 6, 13, 20* (no class on Feb 21st)
*Share Day for Families and Friends: Wednesday, March 20th -(regular class, 5:00–5:30pm, Share to begin at 5:30pm)
Tuition: $165 plus $5.00 registration fee
Teaching Artist: TBA
Ages 12-17
Description:This class is for anyone interested in learning valuable tips and techniques to ace your next audition be it the Spring Production at your high school or a college audition! Students will go through a “mock” audition from start to finish all while learning how to impress directors sitting behind the audition table. Bringing your own musical theater song or short monologue is recommended but not necessary! The eight-week session will conclude with a mock auditioning showcase on March 23rd, for families, friends and maybe a special guest or two!
Wednesday, 5:00-6:00pm
Dates: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 6, 13, 20* (no class on Feb 21st)
*Share Day for Families and Friends: Wednesday, March 20th -(regular class, 5:00–5:30pm, Share to begin at 5:30pm)
Tuition: $165 plus $5.00 registration fee
Teaching Artist: TBA
Prerequisite: Ability to read scripts, previous acting class through PTA or another performance institution.
Ages 6-8
Description: With both the book and adapted musical, students will create their own take on the bright, fun characters through creative play and storytelling. This class is in participation with the Playhouse on Park’s Theatre for Youth Spring production of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, so students and families will be able to not only explore the story in class but get a chance to see it performed on stage at Playhouse on Park! A wonderful opportunity for first time actors and actresses!
Saturdays, 10:00am-11:00am
Dates: April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8*
*Share Day for Families and Friends: Saturday, June 8th (regular class, 10-10:30am, Share to begin at 10:30am)
Tuition: $170 plus $5.00 registration fee (covers the cost of a copy of the book for performers to use in class and have for a keepsake!)
Teaching Artist: TBA
Ages 9-13
Description: This lively class will use improvisational exercises to teach students the importance of listening, saying YES, being present and using those skills to create characters and build worlds. Improvisational acting is based in comedy and we encourage silliness and fun! Improv has many benefits including bringing a sense of calm in dealing with the unknown, feelings of confidence and decreased sense of anxiety! This class is open to new students, but returning students are welcomed too!
Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Dates: April 17, 24, May 1, 8. 15, 22, 29, June 5*
*Share Day for Families and Friends: Wednesday, June 5th (regular class, 4:00pm, Share to begin at 4:30pm)
Tuition: $165 plus $5.00 registration fee
Teaching Artist: TBA
Ages 13-17
Description: Create absurdly comical sketches inspired by student-friendly performances from SNL, TikTok, and YouTube legends. Learn the craft of sketch comedy through character development, improv, delivery, and timing. A showcase set in the style of SNL will be the conclusion of the program.
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00pm
Dates: April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5th*
* Share Day for Families and Friends: Wednesday, June 5th (regular class, 4:00pm. Share to begin at 4:30pm)
Tuition: $170 plus $5.00 registration fee
Teaching Artist: TBA
Classes are held at the 224 Ecospace. See directions here.
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