Kids and Teens Learn the Art of Acting in New Theatre Classes
 
(Riverhead, N.Y.) —  Children and teens ages 6yrs.- 15 yrs can learn the art of acting in three new multi-session workshops designed to cover basic aspects of theatre, from  improvisation, vocal and relaxation exercises to using movement, characterization, on-camera work and auditions. Registration is going on now for these comprehensive workshops which start October 2:

THE ART OF ACTING  with instructor: Elizabeth Casey will engage participants in all facets of acting.  Over the course of eight weeks you will learn relaxation techniques, vocal exercises, pantomime and improvisation, and work on short scenes.  The class will also explore dialects, stage combat, movement and monologues. Finally, we will discuss auditions and how to develop a successful audition piece.  This class is perfect for newcomers to the stage as well as those with a background in theater.  (8 classes), Ages 9-14 yrs, meets Fridays 5:15-6:30PM, Oct.2-Nov.20. Cost: $100 member EEAC/$125 nonmember.

THEATRE FOR KIDS with instructor: Selina Pasca will have children floating around underneath the sea with your fellow acting friends as we explore emotion, mystery and mischief in “The Underwater Rainbow Gang.”  Young actors will learn to use movement and characterization to create a student inspired drama that will take place in the depths of the ocean.  Each class will begin with a warm-up of body and voice and teach the basics of theater arts performance.  The class will culminate with a short production that parents and friends will be invited to attend.  Please dress comfortably and bring a water bottle—we are busy from beginning to end! (8 classes), for ages 6-9 yrs, meets Saturdays 10-11AM, Oct. 17-Dec.12 (no class11/28). Cost: $80 member EEAC/$100 nonmember.

ON-CAMERA TV COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP for Teens & Preteens with instructor Kathleen Furey, (member, SAG/AFTRA) is an acting class for kids focusing on the film television format. Children work on-camera with commercial scripts written specifically for kids. Emphasis is placed on building confidence, diction, focus and character relationships in a supportive atmosphere. Video of each session’s work will be played back at the end of each class. (6 classes), for ages 8-15 yrs, meets Saturdays 12-2PM, Oct.17-Nov. 21. Cost: $146 member EEAC/$183 nonmember.

For more information please call the EEAC School of the Arts at 631. 369. 2171 or visit www.eastendarts.org.
 
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