Classes
Florida Rep's Education Department offers theatre classes in the fall, winter and spring that are open to community members of all ages. These classes allow Florida Rep professionals to share their wealth of experience with those who are eager to learn more about theatre. Areas of study include, but are not limited to: improvisation, theatre games, movement, acting for youth, acting for adults and stage makeup. Specialized classes are also offered for home school families as well as parent organizations and playgroups.
NEW Winter Acting Classes! Jan. 18 - Feb. 22 and Mar. 1 - Apr. 5
Contact
Education Department via Email or call 239.332.4665 x20
Playmakers
Ages 4 – 7
Students in this class make their own show! Beginning with character creation and story-telling, Students will develop their show while gaining an understanding of teamwork and performance techniques in this fun outlet. This class will end in a small performance for their friends and families on the final day of class.
Mondays 4:00 –5:00pm
January 18 - February 22
Instructor: TBA
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $90
BIZ-ness of the Biz
Ages 8 – 17
Succeed in drama clubs and beyond with this class taught by Florida Rep Education and Camp Director, Rachael Endrizzi. Covering everything from preparing auditions to creating a resume and headshots, students learn what show business REALLY is and how to shine in school, community theatre and even college entry auditions. Class will culminate in a mock audition open to area theatre professionals.
Mondays 5:00 –6:30pm
January 18 - February 22
Instructor: Rachael Endrizzi
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $90
Adult Acting: Audition Techniques
Ages 15 and up
This class is intensive training for students of all experience levels. This class is taught by professional actor Brendan Powers, seen onstage at Florida Rep in Boeing-Boeing, Dial 'M' for Murder, Doubt and the Rep's 2009 nationally acclaimed production of Dancing at Lughnasa In this unique class, students will workshop monologues and scenes to learn the secrets of good auditions.
Mondays 7:00 –9:00pm
January 18 - February 22
Instructor: Brendan Powers
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $120
Motion Explosion
Ages 4 – 7
Kids can explore their fun side through creative movement and expression with this course. Using games and exercises on focusing energy, building confidence and teamwork, students learn building blocks of theatre while cooperating and stretching their imaginations.
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00pm
March 1 - April 5
Instructor: TBA
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $90
Theatre Dance
Ages 8 – 14
Florida Rep is excited to offer an all-new class on dance! Students with no experience can gain control in dance auditions and have fun learning ballet, jazz and tap basics as well as steps that are the building blocks of most audition routines set to fun songs from musical theatre.
Mondays 5:00 – 6:30pm
March 1 - April 5
Instructor: Aimee Lane
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $90
Creating a Character
Ages 14 and up
This class will dive into the world of character development and more advanced performance technique. Using in-depth scene study and script analysis, students in this class will stretch their ability to the max and discover new ways to use their mind, body and voice to transform for any role!
Mondays 7:00 – 9:00pm
March 1 - April 5
Instructor: TBA
Florida Rep Studio
6 Weeks - $120
