Students at Dance Workshop

Classes for ages 4 to 12 (as listed).

Most classes culminate in a performance or an informal "sharing" for family and friends on the last day of the session.

To register for classes, please download our 2007-2008 Registration Form and send in or contact Mickey McNany at mmcnany@papermill.org.

CLASS LIST

PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS

(ages 8-12)
Alex Kariotis, Aimee Willis, Jay Winston
Individual attention helps students learn breath control and vocal placement in a nurturing one-to-one environment. Exercises are used to strengthen and protect the voice, and both popular and theatre songs are rehearsed. Lessons are for one half-hour.

24 weeks - $800.

Monday 3:30pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday 4:00pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 3:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 9:00pm

NEW! THE BUSINESS OF SHOW BUSINESS

(For parents of children 8-12)
Amber Watson
Find out if your child has what it takes to make it in this unique introduction to the business of the business. Specially designed for the parents of young performers, this class will introduce you to a wide variety of professionals working in casting and management. These specialists will be interviewed each week by the workshop leader and will also respond to questions from the class, sharing information on the behind the scenes aspects of the entertainment industry. Specialists who have participated in past sessions include actress Tovah Feldshuh, video/promotions manager Lee Anne Callihan, and agent Jean Fox of Fox Albert Management. Participants are subject to change based on availability.

8 weeks - $245 (parents of students under 13, fall offering).

Tuesday 7:30pm - 9:00pm

MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP

(ages 6-12)
Laura Walsh, Kassie Lagua & Geraldine Bianco
Students will be introduced to songs in a wide variety of musical styles, which they will then learn to perform with confidence and style. The focus of the class is acting through the song, and students will develop stage presence, good vocal habits, and the ability to interpret and deliver a song to an audience.

20 Weeks - $520 (includes accompanist fee).

Tuesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm (ages 6-8)
Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm (ages 6-8)
Friday 4:00pm - 5:00pm (ages 6-8)
Friday 5:00pm - 6:00pm (ages 6-8)
Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm (ages 9-12)
Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm (ages 9-12)

HIP-HOP DANCE

(ages 9-12)
Erica Cenci
The high-energy choreography style that sets the tone for today's music videos and popular films provides a fun means of self-expression through movement. Recreations of original video and stage choreography will be taught at the end of each session.

20 weeks - $400.

Saturday 10:00am - 11:00am

TAP & JAZZ

(ages 9-12)
Rachel Kowalczyk
Fundamental steps, terms, and techniques are introduced as students explore jazz and tap dance styles. Students will develop coordination and enhance rhythmic skills. Dance shoes are not required and no previous dance training is necessary.

20 weeks - $400.

Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ACTING & IMPROV

(ages 9-12)
A fun-filled introduction to theatre for the novice actor! Theatre games and improvisation exercises increase performance skills, awaken creativity, and allow students to work individually and with others to accomplish common goals. Students learn from using scripted scenes as well as by creating original pieces.

20 weeks - $500.

Mondays 3:45pm - 4:45pm

ACTING FOR THE CAMERA

(ages 9-12)
Jenny Carbone
An introduction to acting for television and film, this class leads students through the commercial audition process. Videotaping allows for instructor feedback as well as the opportunity for students to view their own progress.

20 weeks - $480.

Monday 3:45pm - 4:45pm

ALL-STAR PRODUCTION

(ages 9-12)
Mickey McNany
Students prepare two productions (holiday and spring) that tour to schools, hospitals, senior citizen residences, and other local organizations for performances. Pre-requisite: Creative Drama I. Class filled by audition only.

24 weeks - $624.

Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:30pm

CREATIVE DRAMA I

(ages 9-12)
Mickey McNany
Students explore theatre games and improvisation with an emphasis on building creativity, self-expression, and self-confidence. In the spring, they perform a play that incorporates skills learned and introduces basic elements of scenery and costumes.

24 weeks - $575.

Tuesday 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday 3:45pm - 4:45pm

CREATIVE DRAMA II

(ages 9-12)
Mickey McNany
Self-discovery for the actor continues in scenes and songs as well as more advanced acting exercises. Students also perform a scripted play or musical, enhanced by costumes and scenery. Available only to students who have completed Creative Drama I.

20 weeks - $480.

Saturday 10:00am - 11:30am
Saturday 11:30am - 1:00pm

STORY BOOK THEATRE I

(ages 6-8)
Carol Straffi
An absorbing theatre experience that builds reading and comprehension skills for very young actors. Students read stories as a group and then use role-playing and basic creative drama exercises to bring those stories to life. A great way for your child to make new friends and discover new ideas while developing self-confidence.

20 weeks - $380.

Wednesday 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday 5:00pm - 6:00pm

THEATRE TOTS

(ages 4-5)
Carol Straffi
A wonderful creative experience for the more independent tots and a great introduction to the world of theatre. Working to bring favorite fairy tales and characters to life through movement, improvisation, and music, imaginations soar with this class that encourages creativity, pretend play, and more!

20 weeks - $380.

Tuesday 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday 3:45pm - 4:45pm