FALL Adult Classes 2024
Lakewood has installed a new UV-C air purification system to continuously sanitize the theatre and rooms at Lakewood. In addition, all ventilation systems have been upgraded to MERV 13.
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REGISTER HERE ACTING FOR NON-ACTORS – IN PERSON
Mondays, Sep 30 – Nov 18 (8 weeks)
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Ages: 18-Adult
Instructor: Nancy McDonald
Tuition: $160
As the days grow shorter and the nights seem darker, it’s the perfect time to brighten life and gather together to explore the world of acting! Come and have fun while you learn theatre skills and techniques in an improvisational way that will enhance your ability to think on your feet and feel comfortable and relaxed in front of others. A great place to plunge in and give acting a try. It will leave you wanting more. Returning students welcome. Maximum 12 students.
REGISTER HERE PROFESSIONAL ACTORS ZOOM CLASS
Wednesdays, Oct 2 – Nov 20 (8 weeks)
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Ages: 18-Adult
Instructor: Nancy McDonald
Tuition: $160
A Zoom acting class with a focus on skills for film and theatre. With the atmosphere of a “company of players,” you’ll work on scenes and monologues, inspired by the instructor’s coaching and direction, and there will be the benefit of having the recording to learn from each week. Requirement: Students will need a strong wi-fi connection and be sure to download the Zoom app. Contact Nancy with any questions. Come from wherever you happen to be and bring your ideas for scenes and monologues! Maximum 10 students.
REGISTER HERE PROFESSIONAL ACTORS CLASS – IN PERSON
Thursdays Oct 3 – Nov 21 (8 weeks)
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Ages: 18-Adult
Instructor: Nancy McDonald
Tuition: $160
An ongoing in-depth class for actors who want to master their craft while preparing themselves for auditions and work. Students work on scenes, monologues, auditions and storytelling, with a teacher who brings decades of experience in the professional world of New York and Hollywood. Maximum 10 students. Phone conversation with the instructor required for new students. Returning students encouraged.
REGISTER HERE FINDING YOUR ANCESTRAL GOLD – ONE DAY ONLY
Saturday, Sep 14
10 AM – 12 PM CANCELLED
Ages 16-Adult
Instructor: Laurence Overmire
Tuition: $70
Everyone has an amazing family history – but most have no clue how truly remarkable it is, because they have never investigated the generations going far, far back in time. This workshop, led by a genealogist and author of 6 epic family histories, inspires you to embark on a quest for your ancestral heritage and guides you through the steps to get you started. Based on his book, Digging for Ancestral Gold, The Fun and Easy Way to Get Started on Your Genealogy Quest. For those with Beginning to Intermediate experience.
REGISTER HERE ACTING FOR ADULTS
Tuesdays, Oct 1 – Nov 5 (6 weeks)
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Ages: 20 +
Instructor: Sandra Peabody
Tuition: $145
If you’re new or remembering your love for acting, it’s never too late to be in the limelight! Share your passion in a supportive environment, whether it’s just for enjoyment, or to pursue job opportunities in television, film, and theater. Have fun learning a variety of skills including improvisation, commercials, interviews, scene study, and auditioning techniques. Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director. She represents talent for TV/Film work in the Northwest and Los Angeles. Limited to 8 students.
REGISTER HERE ACTING WITH CHARISMA
Saturdays, Sep 28 – Nov 16 (8 weeks)
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Ages: 18 +
Instructor: Sandra Peabody
Tuition: $185
Share your passion in a supportive environment, whether it’s just for enjoyment or to pursue job opportunities in theater, television, and film. Practice improvisation, interviews, scene study, cold read, audition techniques, and moment to moment acting through a variety of exercises. Practice makes perfect! Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director. She represents talent for TV/Film work in the Northwest and Los Angeles. Limited to 8 students.
REGISTER HERE ADULT BEGINNING BALLET
Mondays, Sep 9 – Dec 2, 2024 (12 weeks)
NO CLASSES: 11/11 (Veterans Day)
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Ages 18 +
Tuition: $195
Adult Beginning Ballet is for the absolute beginner interested in trying ballet in a supportive and welcoming environment. Students will be introduced to basic ballet technique and terminology through barre work and center work. They will gain a basic understanding of ballet posture and positions while building strength and flexibility. Attire: Any active wear or dance wear. Ballet slippers are required. This class does not perform in winter/spring recitals.