Both a class and a show, these
workshops will include lectures, exercises and performances within the 7 main topics of: Theatre, Stage, Actor,
Character, Director, Script, Performance. Sub-topics will include: stage movement, actor
essentials, character development, line memorization, auditioning, rehearsals, backstage etiquette, cold reading, improvisation, original material, etc. These
workshops will feature Special Guest Speakers and Special Guest
Performances and will be video recorded with selected portions posted on www.YouTube.com. If you have the slightest interest in stage acting or working in
theatre--this workshop is for you!

           Workshop dates
for 2011:  Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 21, Jun
18, Jul 16,

           Aug 20,
Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17.

This is an ongoing workshop designed to give amateur playwrights the opportunity to have their scripts read by actors and receive feedback for rewriting.  We welcome writers with scripts to critique, actors who want to read new works, or anyone who wants to listen and and give constructive feedback.  It's an informal, educational and highly entertaining time for all.  We meet at leat once a month, but the dates and times vary.  Pleaes contact Willow McLaughlin at classact@acttheatre.com for more infomration or our next meeting date.

Have you ever wondered how you can keep your voice from giving out right before a play opening?  Do you often sound frog-like at the end of a long day of talking at work?  Would you like to learn all the different ways you can use your voice for singing, speaking, and acting?   Katie Koziol will be offering a series of activities and lessons on how to develop and maintain a healthy voice (and a few “fix it” tips in case of emergency.)  This class series is extremely valuable for everyone!  It's only $20 for all three classes!

“Death is easy.  Comedy is hard.”  Or so the saying goes.  Join funny man Martin Iverson for 3 special classes on how to make the most of every funny moment on stage. Each student will have the opportunity to develop a short comedy monologue and/or dialogue. Two weeks will be allowed between each class so students can develop scenes individually or with partners before the next class. Sure to be a barrel of laughs, don’t miss it! Some previous acting experience required. Students will have the opportunity to perform on May 22nd as a part of Class ACT’s Spring Fundraiser.  If you plan on taking this class, please sign up at least a week in advance.  If a minimum number is not reached, the class will be cancelled.

Have you ever wondered how you can keep your voice from giving out right before a play opening?  Do you often sound frog-like at the end of a long day of talking at work?  Have you ever wondered how to change your speaking or singing voice to enhance a character or song?  Join Katie Koziol as she shares her experience with activities and exercises that can help with all of the above.

It's not easy to stay "in character" the entire time you're on stage. 
The best actors know how to react to the characters and situations
around them every minute they are on stage.  Through group activities
and games, students will learn the art of acting not only when they
have lines, but when they are listening as well.

Martin is back to teach a fun and fast moving improv class, designed to
get you right into the action.  If you're new to improv, or would like
to improve your confidence level, this is the perfect class for you. 
Learn the basics and have a laugh as Martin takes you through a number
of improvsiation games.

Continue the fun!  Martin Iverson is offering an advanced improv class for anyone who has previous improv experience.  Learn more games and continue learning from Martin's experience and great ability to mentor.

Come learn the variety of ways you can be physically funny on stage.  Learn some easy, safe and fun slapstick moves and the joys of pratfalls.  This is a great class for actors and directors looking to add more physical comedy to their shows.

From the basics to as much as Martin knows about Improvisation.  Marty is back to teach a fun and fast moving improv class, designed to get you right into the action.  You'll have so much fun you won't know who's laughing more, you or the audience!

Performance on Friday November 21st at 7:00 pm $5 at the door