Performing Arts
THEATER ACTING WORKSHOP: THE BASICS Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV
Explore the basics of acting for stage and film. We will work with scripts from contemporary plays and films, connecting our efforts to the work of living playwrights and film directors. We will use theater games and improvisation, having fun while taking chances. We will cover the audition process, what casting companies seek in an actor, and practical tips about the industry and how to get work as an actor. C O U R S E C O D E : AC T 1 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $240
INTRODUCTION TO UKULELE Amy Kucharik | amykucharik.com
The approachable ukulele, more popular than ever, is the instrument of choice for great-sounding, portable music. You’ll learn the basics quickly so you can start playing songs you love right away. Simple chords will have you sounding great after just one class, and you’ll soon have a repertoire ranging from Tin Pan Alley ukulele classics to current pop hits. You will learn tricks for hunting down ukulele song chord charts online and adapting them for your own strumming and singing pleasure! No prior experience necessary; Bring Your Own Uke. COURSE CODE: UKE1 Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 24 | $205
THREE CHORD SONGS FOR UKULELE Anne Ku | Ukulele Instructor
Did you know that many songs require just three chords? You’ll be surprised at how many well-known songs you can play with only three chords. Build up your repertoire quickly. Prerequisite: You must be able to tune your ukulele, read chord diagrams, and play the basic down and up strums. COURSE CODE: THRE Sec. 01: 4 Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $110 Sec. 02: 4 Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm Begins Jul. 27
PIANO: BEGINNER LEVEL 1 Joseph Miterko | Pianist
Do you have a piano or keyboard at home but you don’t know how to play? Do you want to play your favorite songs on the piano? During these unprecedented home-staying times, how about making some piano music at home! Online piano class will teach you how to read music, how to play both hands together, and how to learn a new song more quickly. Join us to master the basics of beginning level piano playing. Requirement: you need to have a keyboard or piano at home. Textbook: Alfred’s Basic Adult All-in-One Course, Book 1. COURSE CODE: PNO1 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm. Begins Jun. 21 | $225 No class Jul. 5
PIANO: BEGINNER LEVEL 2 Jane Hua | Pianist
Have you always wanted to learn the piano? This class will have you playing piano in no time! Level 2 is for those who can play with two hands together and read the grand staff. COURSE CODE: PNO2 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jun. 22 | $225 38
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STORYTELLING AS PERFORMANCE Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV
We all have a unique story inside us and this is your opportunity to tell yours! The key to successful storytelling lies not just in the well-crafted story itself but in how the story is presented to make an intimate connection with your listeners. Voices, movement, nuance are skills critical to the actor are key and they can be taught! Join us in exploring this exciting art form and release the hidden actor in you. COURSE CODE: TELL Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6-7pm. Begins Jun. 23 | $150
ACTORS AND THE METHOD: LEVEL 1 Parisa Bayenat | Theater Artist
In the class, we will explore the fundamentals of acting, followed by an introduction of the methods of Stanislavski, Chekov, Lee Strasberg, and the Meisner technique. Students will be assigned a monologue to work on, using the methods learned in class, and prepare a final Zoom video piece of their performance. You will receive feedback from the instructor and from students in the class. You will learn about character development by accessing the various acting methods and techniques taught in this class. In addition, you will have a final videotaped performance as the material used for auditioning. COURSE CODE: PLAN Sec. 01: 9 Thursdays, 1-2:30pm. Begins Jun. 24 | $225
EXPLORING VOICEOVERS WORKSHOP Nancy Halpin | Voice Talent & V.O. Producer
Have you been told you have a great speaking voice? Have you wondered how to monetize it working in voice-over, but don’t know how to begin? Join us to learn essential strategies for pursuing the craft of voice over. You’ll get candid, insider tips on working as a VO actor. We’ll discuss VO acting techniques, making great VO demos, home studios with marketing strategies. You’ll have an opportunity to perform a commercial and get professional feedback in a nurturing, fun, no-pressure environment. You’ll leave the workshop with an action-oriented game plan! COURSE CODE: OICE Sec. 01: Monday, 7:45-9:45pm. Jul. 19 | $50
