Winter - Jan. 2013 Classes
Youth Classes
Sword Fighting for Stage & Film - New!
Saturdays, Jan. 19 – Feb. 9 Ages 13-17
3:30 - 4:30 PM 4 weeks
Instructor: Kendall Wells $85
Ever wonder how they make sword fights on stage and in movies look so real? Want to know how they wield steel in The Hobbit, Pirates of the Caribbean, Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and other stage and film blockbusters? Join in and find out! This class will cover the basics of how sword fights work on screen. We’ll go through attacks, parries, footwork and learn fight scenes that could be used on a stage or Hollywood set. Click here to see a short video about Mr. Wells.
Kids Create
Saturdays, Apr. 6 – May 25 Ages 4-6
2:00 - 5:00 PM 8 weeks
Instructor: Liz Hayden $150
Kids Create will be on break over the winter as instructor Liz Hayden tours in New York. The class will be return in the Spring.
GRIMM TO GLEE - TV/FILM ACTING
(Ages 8-12) 8 weeks
Instructor: Sandra Peabody $165
Tuesdays, Jan. 22 – Mar. 12 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Have fun while acting in front of the camera and performing shows. Practice improvisation, presentation and audition skills using commercial, film and TV scripts (both comedy and drama). Instant video feedback helps students critique themselves and develop confidence and poise. Parents are invited to attend the last class in action. Instructor Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director and manages talent for voice over, film and television work. Class limited to 8 students.
TV/FILM ACTING
(Ages 13-18) 8 weeks
Instructor: Sandra Peabody $165
Tuesdays Jan. 22 - Mar. 12, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Act in front of the camera and practice improvisation, presentation, and audition skills using commercial, film and TV scripts (both comedy and drama). Instant video feedback helps students critique themselves and develop confidence and poise. Parents are invited to attend the last class in action! Class limited to 8 students.
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Adult Classes
SPEAKING WITH CHARISMA: ON AND OFF CAMERA
(Ages 18 Adult) 6 weeks
Instructor: Sandra Peabody $145
Tuesdays Jan. 29 - Mar. 5, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Do you want to improve your image, speaking, and presentation skills? Practice impromptu and prepared dialogue to perfect your interviews, public speaking, business speeches, auditions, website videos, and reporting skills on camera and off. Learn how to become a more dynamic speaker with organized material that maintains audience interest. Build confidence and learn acting techniques adapted for public speakers to enhance your presentations. Instructor: Sandra Peabody has worked over 25 years coaching students in various professions to become effective and more powerful communicators. All levels of experience invited to join.
ACTING FOR NON ACTORS
Ages 18 - Adult 8 weeks
Instructor: Nancy McDonald $150
Mondays, Jan. 21 - Mar. 11 7 - 9 PM
There’s nothing better on a cold dark winter night than gathering together to explore the world of acting! Come and have fun while you learn theatre skills and techniques that will enhance your ability to think on your feet and feel comfortable and relaxed in front of others. Returning students welcome.
HOW TO TELL YOUR STORY
Ages 18 - Adult 8 weeks
Instructor: Nancy McDonald $150
Thursdays, Jan. 24 - Mar. 14 7 - 9 PM
You are the stories of your life, but how you tell that story requires your own unique recipe. Start with story circle, add improv, a pinch of standup, a smidge of story theatre and a bit of drama and you have a true and rewarding concoction. Whether it’s a love story, an anecdote, a business presentation or lessons learned, you can enhance the ability to tell your own story using the art and courage of the actor in a non-threatening, creative environment.
Fight Performance for Film, TV & Stage - New!
Saturdays, Jan. 19 – Feb. 9 Ages 18+
4:30 - 5:30 PM 4 weeks
Instructor: Kendall Wells $85
Portland is often in need of actors with on-camera and stage stunt-fighting skills. If you have the skill, it can help you get the part. If you don’t, you’re just another actor auditioning. These classes will provide you with knowledge of fight skills that will give you an edge over the competition. We’ll cover what’s used most often in modern film and television, look at choreography through a camera, watch playback and dissect the anatomy of a fight. Loads of fun, extremely educational and a rare and valuable skill to learn. Click here to see a short video about Mr. Wells.
Have a better mousetrap?
We would like to hear from you! Is there something you would like to see available at Lakewood? Let us know. Emails to center.info@lakewood-center.org with the subject line “Education Feedback” or call Steve Knox at 503-635-3901.
Class ideas? Specify an age group, type of class (workshop, seminar), time (morning, mid-day, evening), frequency of meeting (weekly, monthly). All feedback is welcome and appreciated.
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