Specifically designed to assist character actors and for the purpose of increasing the availability and effectiveness of characters. Children learn through imitation, movement and games. Class participants need to dress comfortably and be prepared to step into the imaginary world of the child. Activities include group problem solving, creative thinking, sequencing, expressive movement, call-response poems, tableau story telling, sound action stories, recall, leadership and speech games. Activities are adaptable to limited space and funds.
Creative drama is ideal for scouts, church, school, birthday parties and large family events.
Students of this class will be asked to bring a young guest to participate in the final class. Technique and Application Exploring the basics of the art of improvisation, a foundation for acting. Fundamentals, games, skits, sketches, techniques for scenes, auditions and plays. This seven-week class in the craft of writing for the screen includes an overview of industry materials, area resources and terminology. Lectures cover visual story telling, formatting, plot structure, character and dialogue.