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Materials Fee: $20  Production & Class Fee: $150 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 8/4 Ages:                          K-3   Intro to Theatre (Acting/Singing/Dancing)    Learn the basics of theatre including stage acting, theatrical movement (dance) and singing, theatre etiquette and teamwork. Acting and improvisation games and exercises will help students prepare skits, monologues, and dances for recital. Requirements: dress to move, bring shoes that will stay on your feet; water bottle, pencil.   Students will perform in a recital at the end of the semester to show off their skills.   This is a one hour class meeting for 14 weeks. Biography:    Anicia D. Brown (Theatre Instructor/Director) has for the past 30+ years been involved with over 200 productions with various companies including Theatre Coppell, St. Phillip’s Presbyterian Church, The City of Euless Summer Musicals, Lancaster Dinner Theatre, Grand Prairie Community Theatre, and Yokota Players – Tokyo, Japan.  Anicia has served as the Artistic Director for OnStage in Bedford and served as the Performing Arts Coordinator with the City of Euless where she also taught theatre based classes.  She has taught at NE Tarrant County College for Kids, St. Vincent’s Episcopal School, Rhythm Nation Performing Arts, and was owner and operator Starlight Performing Arts Theatre & School where she produced more than 50 full-scale productions as well as several recitals, concerts and special events.  In 2005, Anicia was honored to have been named a Woman of Influence by the Fort Worth Business Press.  She is currently an associate Director and Board Member for the Regal Opera Company and choreographer for Spring Garden Elementary.  Anicia lives in Euless with her wonderful husband, Mike and her two most favorite productions, her kids, Leland and Aja.      For questions related to our theatre program you can contact Anicia at:  thecottagetheatre@creativeartsinaction.com or 817-571-9839.

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Materials Fee: $ 20 Class Fee: $150 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 (Compare at $45 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $30 Max/Min Students: 10/6 Grades:  K-3   Fairy Tales Theatre   This class is sure to capture a child’s God given imagination and sense of adventure while sending them on a learning journey that is fun and exciting. Components of the class include reading fairy tales, comparing characters, dramatizing characters, and writing/or dictating to the teacher their own fairy tale. Students will perform in a recital at the end of the semester to show off their skills.   Class Time: 1 hour.   This is a one semester, 14-week class.

 

Materials Fee: $ 20 Class Fee: $150 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 (Compare at $50 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $30 Max/Min Students: 20/6 Grades: 4-12   Gospel Choir   Nothing is more moving that a well performed piece of religious music!  In this class students will learn, rehearse and move to several Christian Gospel songs in various forms such as Country, Pop, Negro Spiritual and Traditional Hymns.  Music Theory will be introduced as well as proper vocal training and professional theatre etiquette.  Students will perform in a recital at the end of the semester to show off their skills.   Class Time: 1 hour.   This is a one semester, 14-week class.

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Materials Fee: $ 20 Class Fee: $210 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 (Compare at $45 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $30 Max/Min Students: 10/6 Grades: 7-12   Theatrical Dance   Like to dance?  Join this fun and fast paced class!  Students will learn basic movements and routines to musical theatre and gospel numbers in various dance styles that include traditional, lyrical and pop.  Dance Theory and Interpretation will be introduced as well as proper stretching/warm up routines and professional theatre ettiquet.  All levels of experience welcome!  Students will perform in a recital at the end of the semester to show off their skills.   Class Time: 1 hour.   This is a one semester, 14-week class.

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Materials Fee: $ 20 Class Fee: $210 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 (Compare at $45 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $30 Max/Min Students: 10/5 Grades: 7-12   Play Writing & Directing   If you've ever written a play or dreamed of writing a play, this is the class that may help you figure out how to bring it to life.  Students will be taught the logistics of writing for the stage as well as how to direct already-written material.  They will be required to participate in acting out any plays created or edited in class and must be willing to direct each other on stage. Students will perform their work for family and friends during the last class of the semester.  This class is a prerequisite for becoming a student director.    Class Time: 1 1/2 hours.   This is a one semester, 14-week class.

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Materials Fee: $ 20 Class Fee: $150 Includes Non- refundable deposit: $50 (Compare at $45 per month) Payment Plan available Curriculum: $30 Max/Min Students: 12/5 Grades: 7-12   Theatrical Hair & Makeup   Oooh...learn the secrets to that monstrous hair-do, or how to make someone look older, or younger, or uglier or prettier!  Students will learn the basics of general make up application and in depth theatrical application as well as how to get a particular type of "hair style."  They must be willing to experiment on each other as well as provide their own make up kits (contact instructor for complete list.)  Students will have the first opportunity to be on Hair & Make Up crew for current productions.   Class Time: 1 hour.   This is a one semester, 14-week class.

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Materials Fee: $20  Class Fee: $198 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 10/4 Grades:                      4-12   Musical Theatre     Students will learn excerpts of scenes and musical numbers from popular musical productions and movies.  All levels of experience welcome, class is structured to showcase individuals as well as group abilities. Acting and improvisation games and exercises will also help students prepare these numbers for recital. Requirements: dress to move, jazz shoes or similar; water bottle, pencil Students will perform in a recital at the end of the semester to show off their skills.   This is a 14 week, one semester class, meeting for 1 1/2 hours per week.

 

Materials Fee: $15  Class Fee: $198 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 10/4 Grades:                      8-12   Stage Management & Design:   Those wonderful actors on stage never could do a show without backstage and technical support! In this class you'll discover why.  Students will learn the basics of becoming a good stage manager and set & properties designer.  Class work will include student designed sets and scenery, construction of properties and set pieces and familiarization with technical equipment. Students will also have the first opportunity to work as technical and stage crew for current productions.  This class is a prerequisite to becoming a stage manager. This is a 14 week, one semester, meeting for 1 1/2 hours per week.

 

Materials Fee: $15  Class Fee: $198 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 10/4 Grades:                      4&up   Acting Up   This class will improve acting skills, give you confidence for your next audition and keep you in theatrical shape for future productions! Includes character development and analysis; exercises in projection, posture and focus. Some of the skills learned include; keeping character, proper stage movement, blocking, timing, etc. Monologues, duets & scenes will be prepared for recital. Requirements: dress to move, shoes that stay on your feet; water bottle, pencil This is a 14 week, one semester class, meeting for 1 1/2 hours per week.

 

Materials Fee: $25  Costumes: $25 Class Fee: $330 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students:               16/8 Triple Threat   TTT – Triple Threat Texas Become part of the elite show choir in the DFW-Mid Cities area! Triple Threat is the term given to one, who is strong in all three areas of singing, dancing and acting.    Commitment: 1. You must audition and you would have to commit to attending all rehearsals. 2. You must commit to performing at any pre-scheduled exhibitions, shows, events and presentations. The performance schedule will be given as soon as bookings start. Benefits: A learning adventure in a positive setting;  Becoming part of the CAIA legacy; A camaraderie that can only be found in a team atmosphere; A great experience and addition to your resume'; First opportunity to audition in the spring for the next season. Applicants are accepted by invitation only and must be current CAIA students. However, we will accept audition requests from students on an individual basis who have had at least one year's worth of performance or performance class experience or any other special experience.  Auditioning students must have to read, a monologue or a song or a dance routine prepared (a combination of any two would be best.) Auditions are generally held in July.    Contact Anicia Brown at:  817-571-9839 or   thecottagetheatre@creativeartsinaction.com Students will learn musical theatre scenes, songs and dances and may be required to rehearse outside of the scheduled class time. This troupe will receive continuous training and will need to be available to represent the best of CAIA for any scheduled exhibition or event. Performances will be booked in various locations in the DFW area including but not limited to churches, private schools, nursing homes and hospitals, as well as the Cottage Theatre.   This is a year long program of 47 weeks totaling over 70 hours of instruction.

Materials Fee: $40  Costume / Set $35  Production & Class Fee: $350 Non-refundable Deposit applied to class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 25/9 Grades:                  3&up 20% Discount offered to all Students enrolled in one of the Fall Theatre Classes.    Godspell Junior - Musical   PRODUCTION CLASS:   Godspell Junior boasts a string of recognizable songs, led by the international hit, "Day By Day." Based on the Gospell of St. Mathew, Godspell Junior is a celebration of the life and teachings of Christ. This class is an actual theatrical production and requires a mature and professional attitude as well as a strong commitment. Students will not only gain the experience of a theatrical performance but will receive life lessons in teamwork, perseverance and leadership.    Students must audition for this class.   For an audition appointment, contact Anicia Brown at: 817-571-9839 or thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com   Auditions for Godspell will be held on: July 21 or 23 starting at 4:30 p.m.   Auditioners need to make an appointment and have a 1 – 2 minute song prepared with accompaniment CD or accompanist.   Call backs: July 28 starting at 4:30 p.m.   Class rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursdays  4:30 - 6:30 p.m. August 11th, 2009 through October 15th, 2009   Tech Week: October 19th - 22nd, 2009 - 6:30 - 9:30pm Performances: Oct 23, 24, 26, 29, 30 & 31 @ 7:30 and Oct 25 @ 2:30 p.m. http://centerforhomeeducation.com/thecottagetheatre.aspx Volunteers are also needed: 817.571.9839 or by e-mail at: thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com

 

Materials Fee: $15 Costume / Set $35  Production & Class Fee: $295 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 25/20 Grades:                  3&up 20% Discount offered to all Students enrolled in one of the Spring Theatre Classes.    Sleeping Beauty of Loreland (Comedy)     PRODUCTION CLASS:    To save Princess Beauty from marrying the wrong prince, her old Nanny lets her prick her finger and the spell begins. The hubbub of wedding preparations stops as, one by one, servants and courtiers begin to slow down, nod and fall asleep. This process is reversed just as humorously as—the hundred years having passed—the true prince awakens Princess Beauty with a kiss. This class is an actual theatrical production and requires a mature and professional attitude as well as a strong commitment. Students will not only gain the experience of a theatrical performance but will receive life lessons in teamwork, perseverance and leadership.    Students must audition for this class.     For an audition appointment, contact Anicia Brown at: 817-571-9839 or   thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com   Auditions for Sleeping Beauty of Loreland will be held on:                                 November 9th or 10th, 2009 @ 4:30 p.m. Auditioners need to make an appointment and have a 1 – 2 minute monologue prepared.  Minimum students needed: 6 male 12 female                        Max: 25 Call backs: Nov 11th, 2009 starting at 4:30 p.m.   Class rehearsals will be Mon & Wed 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. November 16th, 2009 through January 16th, 2009   Tech Week: January 18th - 21st, 2010 - 6:30 - 9:30pm Performances: Jan 22, 23, 25, 28, 29, 30 @ 7:30 and Jan 24 @ 2:30 http://centerforhomeeducation.com/thecottagetheatre.aspx  Volunteers are also needed: 817.571.9839 or by e-mail at: thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com

 

Materials Fee: $40 Costume / Set $55  Production & Class Fee: $375 Non- refundable deposit included in class fee: $50 Payment Plan available Max/Min Students: 25/15 Grades:                  3&up 20% Discount offered to all Students enrolled in one of the Spring Theatre Classes.    You're a Good Man Charlie Brown (Musical Comedy)     PRODUCTION CLASS:  You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is a musical comedy by Clark Gesner based on the characters created by Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts. The action is set in an average day in the life of Charlie Brown.  But it is actually a day made up of little moments from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine's Day to baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends (both human and non-human) and strung together on the string of a single day, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening.  Funny and sentimental, this show will warm the heart.   This class is an actual theatrical production and requires a mature and professional attitude as well as a strong commitment. Students will not only gain the experience of a theatrical performance but will receive life lessons in teamwork, perseverance and leadership.    Students must audition for this class.     For an audition appointment, contact Anicia Brown at: 817-571-9839 or   thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com   Auditions for You're a Good Man Charlie Brown: February 8th or 10th, 2010 @ 4:30 p.m. Auditioners need to make an appointment and have a 1 – 2 minute song prepared with accompaniment CD or accompanist.  Minimum students needed: 3 male, 2 female, 1 male or female, chorus  -  Max: 20 Call backs: February 12th, 2010 starting at 4:30 p.m. Class rehearsals will be Monday & Wednesday 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. February 15th, 2010 through April 29th, 2009   Tech Week: May 10th - 12th, 2010 - 6:30 - 9:30pm Performances: May 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 @ 7:30, May 23 @ 2:30 http://centerforhomeeducation.com/thecottagetheatre.aspx  Volunteers are also needed: 817.571.9839 or by e-mail at: thecottagetheatre@centerforhomeeducation.com