Live Arts offers year-round, process-driven educational opportunities for adults, children, and teens. Our studio classes, workshops, camps, and youth programs allow seasoned and emerging artists alike to explore all aspects of theater, including acting, playwriting, script analysis, improvisation, musical theater, movement, design, and more.
"Live Arts offers an indispensable gift to our town by creating space for children, teens, and adults alike to discover, rediscover, and explore the infinite possibilities, challenges, and victories of theater making."
– Katie Rogers, Live Arts Volunteer
ADULT ACTING STUDIO
Will return in fall 2025!
Adult Acting Studio (18 years and older): Sundays, 11:30-1:30pm, September 28 through November 30
For performers 18 and older, this studio focuses on working through “two handers”. This is a scene in a show with two performers and is a critical part of any performer's toolbelt onstage. Operating on a two-wedek rotating basis, the first week is focused on working on the text, while the second week is focused on performing and receiving feedback. This will help strengthen those acting muscles and gain insight into what your stronger skills are vs. what we can work to improve! All studios are open to any and all skill levels.
All studio classes listed below have a one time fee of $30 and are are structured to allow you to drop in one week and drop out the next as your schedule may require. You only need to pay the registration fee once to cover the entire studio period (September through the end of November)
Adult Stage Combat Studio (18 years and older): Saturdays, 2:30-4pm, September 27 through November 29
Interested in fight choreography from your favorite movies or plays but have never had the chance to explore it yourself? Here's your chance to explore stage combat training with a flexible schedule! Every week we’ll work on developing different skills on a rolling basis. This includes hand to hand, basic bladed weapons, and overall safety. Every 5th week is “film week”, where a combo we’ve worked on previously will have the opportunity to be recorded for student's personal or professional use. All studios are open to any and all skill levels.
All studio classes listed below have a one time fee of $30 and are are structured to allow you to drop in one week and drop out the next as your schedule may require. You only need to pay the registration fee once to cover the entire studio period (September through the end of November)
YOUTH ACTING STUDIO
will return in fall 2025!
Youth Studio (10-14 years old): Saturdays, 1-2pm, September 13 through November 29
This studio is ideal for any young performer. Whether they've been onstage dozens of times, or are just trying it out, this studio is a fantastic place to start exploring performing! Led by passionate instructors, the studio encourages self-expression, teamwork, and a love for self-expression and movement in a fun, high-energy environment.
All studio classes listed below have a one time fee of $30 and are are structured to allow you to drop in one week and drop out the next as your schedule may require. You only need to pay the registration fee once to cover the entire studio period (September through the end of November)
Teen Acting Studio (15-18 years old): Saturdays, 11-12:30pm, September 13 through November 29
For performers 15 to 18 years old, this Studio is designed to hone in specialized skills like movement and dance, partner engagment, and scene work. While building various skills, we'll dig deeper into what it means to be a performer and how skills translate between disciplines. This is a great place for beginners and those completely new to the art!
All studio classes listed below have a one time fee of $30 and are are structured to allow you to drop in one week and drop out the next as your schedule may require. You only need to pay the registration fee once to cover the entire studio period (September through the end of November)
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
Fractured Fairytales (6-9 years old): Mondays and Wednesdays at 4-5pm, September 8 through October 29
You may recognize the name from our summer camp series, Fractured Fairytales, where young actors rule the stage and spin their own fantastical stories! We are continuing this concept going into the Fall Season as an after school class, allowing your little ones to explore character analysis, creative writing exercises, and team spirit - learning the ABCs of storytelling. The classes will conclude with a spectacular showcase of the campers’ very own play. Get ready for a storybook adventure like no other!
Teenish Theater Workshop (11-14 years old): Sundays, 2-4pm
Calling all creative collaborators ages 11 to 14! The Live Arts Teenish Theater Workshop is for those who like to do a little bit of a lot of kinds of things--playwriting, production design, costume conception, and of course, performing! This will be the tenth iteration of the workshop, and it's never not a total blast. Join us! This program offers students of all experience levels opportunities to collaborate with teaching artists and make creative, one-of-a-kind performances.
(see rehearsal schedule below)
Sept 7 - Initial Interest Meeting 2:30pm - 4pm (NOT mandatory)
Sept 14
Sept 21
Sept 28
Oct 5
Oct 12
Oct 19 (TBD)
Oct 26
Tech Schedule
Nov 2: 2-5pm
Nov 4 6-8
Nov 5 6-8
Nov 6 6-8 Invited Dress Rehearsal
November 7 7pm show, call at 6:15
November 8 7pm show, call at 6:15
November 9 2pm show, call at 1:15
Live Arts Teen Theater Ensemble (LATTE) is the oldest Live Arts Education program. It focuses on building an ensemble of students between 14 to 17 years old to produce and perform productions. With this ensemble, students will explore devised theatre, where all participants play a role in bringing the entire production to life, from acting to designing, building crucial skills in collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and confidence.
PERFORMANCES: November 14th and 15th at 7:30pm
This nationally recognized program pairs high school students with experienced designers and stage management personnel to learn about the technical craft of theater in a supportive and hands-on environment.
Meet Our Education Director
If you have any questions about education programs at Live Arts, reach out to Education Director Daniel Kunkel. Daniel is happy to answer your burning questions and help get your child signed up for the perfect camp, class, or workshop.
