Education – Northglenn Arts

The award-winning Northglenn Youth Theatre program offers opportunities for young actors of all ages and abilities to explore the art of live theatrical performance. We are thrilled to offer NYT Academy which presents classes, workshops and personalized training to compliment the acclaimed main stage productions.

WINTER CLASSES

BEGINNER

Intro to Acting Ages 6-18

This is a great class for the want-to-be actor! We will introduce the world of acting through warm-up exercises, drama games, short skits and basic costume pieces. It is a great way to give acting a try. For the final class, we will show what we have learned in an informal presentation for family and friends.

Instructor: Britney Farr

Tuesday

Ages 6-8

10313004-04 Mar 10-May 5 5:30-7:00p $84/$93

Ages 9-12

10313004-03 Jan 14-Mar 3 5:30-7:00p $84/$93

10313004-06 Mar 10-May 5 5:30-7:00p $84/$93

Ages 13-18

10313004-02 Jan 14-Mar 3 7:00-8:30p $84/$93

10313004-05 Mar 10-May 5 7:00-8:30p $84/$93

BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE

Actor’s Edge Ages 8-16

Auditioning Fundamentals

This 4-part training breaks down the elements necessary for a musical theatre audition from start to finish. Specific and detailed instruction and tips for preparing the most appropriate and effective audition for each actor. The training will include professionals in each area: dance, music and acting – focusing on the very clear “do’s and dont’s” and equipping the young actor with a variety of tips and tools to adapt to many different curve-balls that can be at every audition. Exceptionally valuable feedback for actors of all levels. Please bring to class a 3-ring binder and wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement. Jazz shoes encouraged – NO SANDALS or FLIP-FLOPS.

Instructor: Britney Farr

Sunday

Ages 11-16

10313005-01 Jan 5-26 3:15-5:15p $30/30

Musical Theatre Ages 8-18

This class will work on a big musical number from a Broadway musical focusing on all the details that make the magic happen. The course will feature work with the music director and the choreographer to fine tune each aspect. The course culminates in a large ‘review’ show featuring the numbers from each age group.

Instructors: David Moyer & Christina Roberts

Monday

Ages 8-11

NEW SESSION! 10313008-05 Jan 30-Mar 19 6:00-7:30p $84/$93 Frozen

10313008-03 Mar 9-May 4 5:30-7:00p $84/$93 Shrek

Ages 12-18

10313008-02 Jan 13-Mar 2 7:00-8:30p $84/$93 Dear Evan Hanson

10313008-04 Mar 9-May 4 7:00-8:30p $84/$93 Be More Chill

DANCE

Broadway Bound Ages 6-9

This BEGINNER class includes basic dance moves and terminology that are most commonly used in musical theater centered around a musical. Students will also explore acting games and activities, as well as learn about the history of dance on Broadway and in the theater.

Instructor: Angila Waldman

Tuesday

10313013-01 Jan 14-Feb 18 4:30-5:30p $56/$62 Suessical

10313013-02 Feb 25-Apr 7 4:30-5:30p $56/$62 Aristocrats

Dance classes are held at Dance Synergy Studio, 550 E. Thornton Pkwy, Suite 204

Dance for the Actor Ages 8-18

Instructor: Angila Waldman

Musical Theatre

This BEGINNER-INTERMIDAITE class will focus primarily on choreography combinations and moves typically used in musical theatre, and add in combinations appropriate for each actor’s skill level.

Jazz shoes recommended.

Sunday

10313009-01 Jan 12-Feb 2 1:00-2:30p $56/$62

Dance classes are held at Dance Synergy Studio, 550 E. Thornton Pkwy, Suite 204

Dance for the Actor Ages 8-18

Instructor: Angila Waldman

Tap

This BEGINNER-INTERMIDAITE class will focus specifically on tap for the stage. Tap shoes strongly encouraged. This class is recommended for actors and dancers with some prior dance experience.

Sunday

10313009-02 Feb 9-Mar 1 1:30-2:30p $56/$62

Dance classes are held at Dance Synergy Studio, 550 E. Thornton Pkwy, Suite 204

INTERMEDIATE

Beyond the Basics Ages 6-15

The class will cover intentional physical movement/positioning, voice, delivery of a character and tips on memorization. Class work will focus on specific selections from scripts and/or monologues. The final class will be an informal presentation for friends and family. Previous acting classes (at least two sessions of intro or performance in an NYT or equivalent staged production) are required.

Saturday Ages 12-16 Instructor: Christina Roberts

10313006-02 Jan 18-Mar 7 10:00-11:30a $84/$93

10313006-04 Mar 14-May 2 10:00-11:30a $84/$93

Thursday Ages 8-11 Instructor: Britney Farr

10313006-03 Mar 12-May 7 4:30-6:00p $84/$93

INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED

Just Off Center Ages 11-16

Comedy-Improv Acting Club

This acting troupe is for the quick-witted and intelligent young actor who loves comedy and improvisational acting/games! Designed to help train young actors to engage their creativity, control and characterizations. Previous acting and stage experience is strongly encouraged. Guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. Class culminates in an entertaining evening showcase for friends and family. Instructor: Christina Roberts

Wednesday

10313016-01 Jan 15-Mar 4 7:30-8:30p $56/$62

10313016-02 Mar 18-May 6 7:30-8:30p $56/$62

Acting with an Accent

British This class will focus on British accents by breaking down selections from scripts/monologues to learn and refine the speaking language as you establish a character.

Thursday Ages 10-16

10313036-01 Jan 9-Feb 13 4:30-6:00p $63/$70

Assorted American Regions Our focus will include the American accents of New York, New Jersey, Southern Philly and more! Previous acting classes and/or staged production experience is highly recommended.

Thursday Ages 10-16

10313036-02 Feb 27-Apr 9 4:30-6:00p $63/$70