Kids & Teens Classes
Welcome to our kids and teens program! Our Actors Gym classes for kids and teens is lead by the wonderful Ms. KK (Karen Kron Dickson). Whether your child loves acting or is looking for a way to make friends, overcome shyness or just have some fun, Actors Gym provides a safe space for young actors to learn and grow at their own pace in a supportive and challenging environment.
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Actor’s Gym is an ongoing program- meaning it’s intended to be taken more than once and is appropriate for kids and teens of all levels.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Our after school programs are a great way to provide enrichment with no pressure.
ADVANCED INSTRUCTION
For the more serious young actor, Ms. KK provides audition prep. Perfect for that kid or teen that is planning to audition for the school play, college program, or professional opportunity. Ages 12-17.
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Actors Gym: Kids
Level: Beginner
Age: 8 - 12
Prerequisites: None; NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Length: 8 weeks
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Price: $270
Upcoming Sessions
FALL: Begins Saturday September 23, 2023
WINTER: Begins Saturday January 20, 2024
SPRING: Begins Saturday April 6, 2024
Who it’s for:
Whether your child is interested in acting, looking to have fun, wanting to make friends with similar interests or could use some help and encouragement to build confidence, Actors Gym meets your child where they are while challenging them to learn and grow in a warm, supportive environment. Beginners and shy children are welcome.
What it’s about:
This ongoing class will meet your child where they are and help them perform with confidence while building their skills, making friends and having fun. Beloved instructor Ms. KK focuses on creating well-rounded performers while building confidence and creativity in a relaxed and inclusive environment.
Topics Include:
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Creating a character
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Listening
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Teamwork
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And a lot more!
You’ll walk away with:
Your child will have a fun experience exploring their creativity and working as a team, while building confidence. On the last day, there will be a showcase where students can perform what they have been working on for family and friends!
Actors Gym: Teens
Level: Beginner
Age: 13 - 17
Prerequisites: None; NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Length: 8 weeks, ongoing
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Price: $270
Upcoming Sessions
FALL: Begins Saturday September 23, 2023
WINTER: Begins Saturday January 20, 2024
SPRING: Begins Saturday April 6, 2024
Who it’s for:
Whether your teen is interested in acting, looking to have fun, wanting to make friends with similar interests or could use some help and encouragement to build confidence, Actors Gym meets your teen where they are while challenging them to learn and grow in a warm, supportive environment. Beginners and shy teens are welcome.
What it’s about:
This ongoing class will meet your teen where they are and help them perform with confidence while building their skills, making friends and having fun. Beloved instructor Ms. KK focuses on creating well-rounded performers while building confidence and creativity in a relaxed and inclusive environment.
Topics Include:
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Creating a character
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Listening
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Teamwork
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And a lot more!
You’ll walk away with:
Your teen will have a fun experience exploring their creativity and working as a team, while building confidence. On the last day, there will be a showcase where students can perform what they have been working on for family and friends!
Improv For Youth
Level: No experience required; Beginners welcome. All levels
Age: 10 - 14
Prerequisites: None
Length: 6 weeks
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Price: $150
Upcoming Sessions
WINTER: Begins Wednesday January 17, 2024
Who it’s for
Whether your child is interested in improv, looking to have fun, wanting to make friends with similar interests or could use some help and encouragement to build confidence, Improv for Youth meets your child where they are while challenging them to learn and grow in a warm, supportive environment. Beginners and shy children are welcome.
What it’s about
This fun after school class will help your child learn to perform with confidence while building their skills, making friends and having fun. Students will learn improv games that help them learn to think on their feet! This will be an easy-going experience focused on having a good time while building confidence and creativity. This class will run for 6 weeks.
Topics Include
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Improv Games
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Working as a team
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How to be a good listener
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And more!
What you’ll walk away with
Your child will play improv games, laugh, and leave their hectic school day behind while meeting other kids in a nonjudgmental and friendly environment. They'll learn improv skills which help with listening and communication. This class is 1 hr per week and there will be no showcase. Fun only, no pressure!!!
Audition Prep For Youth
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Age: 12-17
Prerequisites: Actors Gym: other acting experience and/or training
Length: 6 weeks
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Price: $250
Upcoming Sessions
WINTER: Begins Monday January 15, 2024
NOTE: STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN MONOLOGUES. AUDITION MONOLOGUES WILL NOT BE PROVIDED.
Who it’s for
This class is for the young actor who wants to be ready to audition for the school play, community theatre, or for a professional/ educational opportunity and would like to receive more detailed, personalized instruction and coaching on audition preparation and techniques.
What it’s about
Each actor will work with MAS youth instructor Ms. KK to prepare and fine-tune the skills needed to succeed at auditioning.
Topics Include
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Tips for Monologue Selection
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Most effective ways to prepare for an audition
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What to do if you feel nervous
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Cold Readings
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And more!
What you’ll walk away with
Knowledge of how to shine at an audition and the confidence that comes from being prepared.