WINTER (Jan 9-Feb 13, 2012) | SPRING SESSION A (Feb 20-Mar 26, 2012) | SPRING SESSION B (Apr 9-May 14, 2012) | BONUS WORKSHOPS
Florida Rep is proud to offer a wide variety of performing arts classes for the community. These classes are designed for students just being introduced in the arts, serious young and new artists, professionals who want to keep up with their craft and even adults who are looking for something fun and different to do!
Who takes Florida Rep classes?
- Young children interested in performing with no experience
- Students with experience looking for an edge
- Adults who’ve always wanted to try acting, but never have
- People looking for a creative outlet
- People looking to improve public speaking skills
- Professional and Amateur performers wanting to brush up
These classes are taught by working theatre professionals and class sizes are small, usually 4-10 students. This ensures each student gets the individual attention needed. Most classes are open to all experience levels; however, some do require a pre-requisite or instructor invitation.
Classes usually run on a 6-week basis and most of our students become “regulars” taking several courses throughout each year. We would love to add you to this list!
This season, Florida Rep is thrilled to open a brand-new classroom across the hall from our previous studio! This allows us to offer classes on several different nights a week!
Classes run throughout our regular season, normally September through May. Due to Camp Florida Rep and a shortage of staff, summer classes are usually very limited.
WINTER SESSION: Jan 9-Feb 13, 2012
MOTION EXPLOSION
Ages 4-7
Mondays, 4-5 pm
Instructor: Kimberlee Setser
6 Weeks - $90
Using music, students will discover the basic elements of creative movement, stage presence and using their bodies to their full performing potential!
AUDITION PREPARATION
Ages 8-12
Mondays, 5-6:30 pm
Instructor: Claire K. Guy
6 Weeks - $90
What to wear, how to find them and what to do when you get there! From choosing monologues to asking the right questions, learn what it takes to be confident at auditions.
BUILDING A CHARACTER
Ages 13-17
Mondays, 5-7 pm
Instructor: Robert Owenby
6 Weeks - $120
Using monologues, students will explore a wide variety of techniques to get the most out of their characters and find a deeper connection to their character’s voice, mind and body.
BIZ-NESS OF THE BIZ
Ages 16-Adult
Mondays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
6 Weeks - $120
This course is designed for pre-professionals looking to make a career in theatre- on stage or off! Discuss finding work, keeping work and what to do when you don’t have it!
PRODUCING A MUSIC VIDEO 101
Ages 9-14
Tuesdays AND Fridays, 5-7 pm
Instructor: Aaron Jackson
6 Weeks - $240
Learn to effectively produce a music video on a micro budget while covering all five phases of filmmaking. From developing the idea to screening the finished product, this class is perfect for anyone who’s ever thought about filmmaking!
ACT UP: DRAMA WORKSHOP
Ages 13-20 with ASD's
Mondays, 5-6:30 pm
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
6 Weeks - $120
Designed for Student’s diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorders and partnered with Florida Gulf coast University, students will use social skills to develop and create their own showcase open to friends and family.
MUSICIAN'S THEATRE WORKSHOP
Musicians Ages 11 and Up
Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm AND Saturdays 11 am-12:30 pm
Instructor: Steven Pawlowski
6 Weeks - $180
Whether conducting, playing in a pit orchestra or composing orchestrations, students will learn how to combine all the key elements of a musical and create their own 'One Act' with incidental music preparing the student for a career in the performing arts!
FILM ACTING SERIES
101: Ages 8-14
201: Ages 14 and Up
202 (Advanced): Pre-requisite Required.
101: Thursdays, 5-7 pm
201: Thursdays, 7-9 pm
202: Wednesdays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Aaron Jackson
6 Weeks - $120
Students explore what it means to work in commercials, industrials, television and film through scenes and monologues straight from today’s industry!
SPRING SESSION A: Feb 20-Mar 26, 2012
YOUNG ACTORS
Ages 4-7
Mondays, 4-5 pm
Instructor: Hallie Wage
6 weeks: $90
Students new to the performing arts will discover the core elements of acting through improvisation games, structured imaginative play and creating stories.
STYLISH PERFORMANCES
Ages 8-12
Wednesdays, 5-6:30 pm
Instructor: Claire K. Guy
6 weeks: $90
Students will explore characters, plays and scenes from time periods throughout the ages! Using basic costumes, class will culminate in an EPIC performance by students.
MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITIONS
Ages 13-17
Fridays, 5-7 pm
Instructor: Kimberlee Setser
6 weeks: $120
Whether auditioning for school, community theatre, college or professionally- get the most out of your 16 bars with this audition course! Class will culminate in a mock audition with feedback from local professionals.
CREATING A WORKSHOP
Ages 16-Adult
Tuesdays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
6 weeks: $120
What do you do if there isn’t a show for you? Create your own! Using sketch comedy, scenes and even songs- students in this course will create their very own revue style show, publicize it and perform for the masses!
PRODUCING A MUSIC VIDEO 201
Ages 14-Adult
Wednesdays AND Fridays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Daniel Herrera
6 weeks: $240
Learn to effectively produce a music video on a micro budget while covering all five phases of filmmaking. From developing the idea to screening the finished product, this class is perfect for anyone who’s ever thought about filmmaking!
FILM ACTING SERIES
101: Ages 8-14
102: Ages 8-14 who have completed 101
202 (Advanced): pre-requisite required
101: Wednesdays, 5-7 pm
102: Thursdays, 5-7 pm
202: Thursdays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Aaron Jackson
6 weeks: $120
Students explore what it means to work in commercials, industrials, television and film through scenes and monologues straight from today’s industry!
SPRING SESSION B: APR 9-MAY 14, 2012
STUPENDOUS STORIES
Ages 4-7
Mondays, 4-5 pm
Instructor: Claire Guy
6 Weeks - $90
Young actors explore the art of storytelling through acting out existing stories and even writing some of their own!
IMPROVE YOUR IMPROV
Ages 8-12
Wednesdays, 5-6:30 pm
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
6 Weeks - $90
Using classic improv games and structure to creating our own, students will discover what it takes to keep your crowd engaged, think on your feet and entertain the masses anytime, anywhere!
ACT & REACT
Ages 13-17
Mondays, 5-6:30 pm
Instructor: Taylor Hale
6 Weeks - $90
Actors will work on reacting specifically and honestly to every moment through techniques based in Stanislavski and Michael Chekov to polish any performance.
ADULT SCENE STUDY
Ages 16-Adult
Thursdays, 7-9 pm
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
6 Weeks - $120
Students will work on a variety of scenes from published plays old and new to explore character development, styles of writing and various techniques to uncover subtleties in scene work.
MUSICAL SCENE STUDY
Ages 13-17
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: Amy Marie McCleary
5 Weeks (no class week of 5/14)- $100
From Oklahoma and A Little Night Music to Next to Normal- explore musical theatre scenes from some of the best shows on the Great White Way. Perfect for every student wanting to take musical scene work to the next level!
SONG & DANCE
Ages 11-17
Wednesdays AND Fridays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Pre-Requisite: Intermediate Level Class; Dance Experience Required; New Students May Need to Audition
Instructor: Amy Marie McCleary
5 Weeks (no class week of 5/14)- $200
Students in this course will take on some of the most well-known production numbers in the musical theatre cannon. From three part harmonies to jazz hands, these triple threats will do it all!
STEVE LUONGO: MY CAREER IN SHOW BUSINESS
STORIES, EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS & SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
Sunday, January 15th, 7-9 pm
Admission: $75 pre-sale, $90 at the door
Reserve your tickets by calling our Box Office at 239.332.4488
Steve Luongo, internationally known drummer, songwriter, record producer and filmmaker has agreed to be a guest speaker in the SW Florida area. Steve’s credits include John Entwistle (The Who), Leslie West (Mountain), Jack Bruce (Cream), Todd Rundgren, Alan Parsons, Billy Squier, Brian Johnson & Cliff Williams (AC/DC) and many others. He is currently preparing for an international lecture tour but you can see him here first!
The topics will include:
• Beginning Your Entertainment Career • Negotiating Your Way Through The Entertainment Business • Studio Recording And Live Performance Tips •
• What Does It Take To Compete In Today’s Entertainment Market Place • How To Make The Most Of Your Skill Set •
• How To Stay Relevant In The Industry By Reinventing Yourself •
Who would benefit from this seminar? Musicians, teachers, recording artists, dancers, actors, singers, composers, directors, producers etc. There will be an open question and answer forum at the end of the lecture. Feel free to invite family and friends to this seminar.
HELP! I HAVE A THEATRE KID!!
PART 1: January 28 OR April 28, 12-2 pm
PART 2: February 4 OR May 5, 12-2 pm
For Parents: $15
As director of Education, Rachael Endrizzi has dealt with hundreds of parents, many of whom have no idea what their children are getting into and how to help them. If you find yourself asking “Why is my kid not getting lead roles? What should we be doing? Do we need an agent?” then you can find the answers here! Part 1 of this workshop will breakdown local theatres, where to find auditions and classes, and how to prepare your child for them. It will also answer questions about creating headshots and resumes. For an additional $5, bring the kids for improv fun during the workshop!
"FREEING YOUR NATURAL VOICE" LINKLATER MASTER CLASS
ADULT COURSE
Wednesdays 7-9 pm; March 14, 21, 28, April 11, 18, 25
Instructor: Chris Clavelli
$120
Learn the most popular method of voice and speech for the stage performer from Florida Rep's Associate Artistic Director.
PRIVATE COACHING
Florida Rep is also glad to help those looking for a one-on-one experience. Whether it is audition prep or an on-going lesson, our instructors are able and ready! Costs vary based on instructor and material covered.
