The Children's Theatre of Mason, Inc.

Classes and Workshops

Drama Classes | Workshops | Dance Classes

All Classes Are Held at CTM's Main Street Studio
308 West Main Street, Mason

Drama Classes

Winter Session 2011-2012
SATURDAYS Jan. 14 - Feb. 28, 2012 (6 weeks) $125
Instructors Colin Thornton and Emily Weddle. Assistant Lexi Kilgore.

Theatre for Young Actors (ages 5 - 7) 9am – 10:30am	Please email Mary to register for this class.
With a focus on movement, stage orientation, and fun acting games, this introductory class is perfect for the young aspiring actor with minimal stage experience. Each class will end with a small performance for the parents to give the kids the experience of acting for an audience, without the stresses of auditioning or memorization. Cost $125
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Destination Drama: Basic Acting (ages 7 - 11) 10:30am – 12pm	Please email Mary to register for this class.
Students will learn acting techniques that will help them be comfortable on stage, inspiring a more truthful and powerful performance. In addition to being introduced to classic acting games and improvisation, the students will collectively brainstorm, produce, and perform an original production for friends and family at the end of the session. This class is a great way for kids to get their feet wet with auditioning and performing. Cost $125
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Destination Drama: Advanced Acting (ages 11 - 15) 1pm – 2:30pm	Please email Mary to register for this class.
For the older student with previous acting lessons or stage experience, we offer this advanced class that will feature improv games that are more complicated, acting techniques that are more challenging, and honest direction that will serve to motivate each actor toward better performances. The session will end with an original production that will be co-written, produced, and performed by the students for friends and family. Registration limited to 20 students. Cost $125
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GLEE Class (ages 8-13) 2:30pm – 4pm	Please email Mary to register for this class.
Come learn a song or two from the popular TV show! There will be vocals, choreography, acting and even a costume or two. A final performance of the songs will be during the last class of the session for parents. Registration limited to 20 students. Cost $125
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Theatre Movement (ages 8-13) 4pm – 5:30pm	Please email Mary to register for this class.
In the theatre movement class we will explore movement to create characters, environments and even create a story! We can develop many different creations based on complex and simple movements. ** no dance experience required Registration limited to 20 students. Cost $125

Performance Workshop - The Tortoise Versus The Hare

February 6-11, 2012 $100 - $160

The Tortoise Versus The Hare

Your child will shine! The always-popular Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) invites young actors/directors in grades K - 12 to audition for The Tortoise Versus The Hare, on Monday, February 6. CTM will once again partner with MCT to present a classic story and stage opportunity.

The Tortoise Versus The Hare Somewhere in desert country, the inhabitants of West Sandy Bottoms are preparing for the highlight of their year – the annual race between the Reptiles and the Mammals. Strolling actors tell the tale in classical fashion. The Hare's weasely managers brag about their racing star as the various reptiles assemble to choose their candidate. As we see the race through the eyes of a TV news team covering the event, we soon discover that there is more than a sporting rivalry between the brown animals and the green animals. Loyalties to their specific colors create a real animosity among these creatures. Sound familiar? As the race proceeds, a tiny bunny is lost in the wilds and color is forgotten as the mammals and reptiles join in the search. The wisdom of the old tortoise and the lesson learned by the cocky hare remind us all that "color is just a color – it's just decorated skin."

Two professional MCT Tour Actor/Directors will work with a cast of 60+ local children (and up to 4 assistant directors) in this full-length original musical production. The week culminates in 2 public performances on Saturday at the Mason Middle School Auditorium complete with professionally designed scenery and costumes.

Practices are held 4:30pm - 9:00pm Monday through Friday at CTM studios 308 West Main St, Mason OH
Dress rehearsal is Saturday at 10:00am and performances are Saturday at 4:00pm and 7:00pm

The cast spends one busy week preparing the show so make sure if you register, you are available the entire week. To find out more about Missoula Children's Theatre please visit www.mctinc.org.

Sign up early! The workshop is limited to 60 actors. There are also 4 spots available for Assistant Directors (Ages 10+) who will help the Tour Directors teach and direct the show and take on technical responsibilities at performance time.

DOWNLOAD and MAIL a completed Registration Form to CTM, PO Box 496, Mason OH 45040. You will receive an email with more details approximately 2 weeks before the workshop begins.

To pay with a credit card via PayPal, click the Pay Now button. To pay by check contact Mary to make arrangements.

The Tortoise Versus The Hare Ages 8 and up, $160 (limit 42 students) Workshop starts Monday! Email Mary to check if a spot is still available.
The Tortoise Versus The Hare Grade K thru 7 years, $130 (limit 18 students) Workshop starts Monday! Please email Mary to check if a spot is still available.
The Tortoise Versus The Hare Assistant Director, Ages 10 and up, $100 Workshop starts Monday! Email Maryto check if a spot is still available.
The Tortoise Versus The Hare DVD, $25

Dance Classes

Winter Session 2012
WEDNESDAYS Feb. 15 - Mar. 21, 2012 (6 weeks) $90
Instructor: Amy Burgess

Last day to register online will be February 13... after that date, you must contact Mary directly. Registration Form and Emergency/Liability form will be sent via email one week before class begins. Please bring those completed forms on first day of class.

Beginning Ballet and Tap (Ages 6-10) 6:30pm – 7:30pm
This exciting class allows students to explore the fundamentals of ballet as well as the basic principles of tap, with a focus on technique. There will be a focus on alignment, turnout, and extension in ballet. Tap will encourage students to increase their sound awareness through beginning tap steps. Students will learn terminology for the steps as they practice. The students will learn rhythm, coordination, balance, flexibility and confidence. A final performance of a routine with some verbal and written feedback will be given at the last class. Cost $90 A $2 Paypal convenience fee has been added.
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Intermediate Jazz and Musical Theatre (Ages 11-16) 7:30pm – 8:30pm
This upbeat class will explore a traditional jazz and musical theatre style of movement. Students will learn a variety of combinations and routines to age appropriate music. This class is perfect for an energetic student or one that loves the spotlight. The students will be asked to set personal goals of achievement to work towards over the session. Students will work on rhythm, coordination, flexibility, as well as stage presence and character. A final performance of a routine with some verbal and written feedback will be given at the last class. Cost $90 A $2 Paypal convenience fee has been added.
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