Rubicon Acting Classes

Rubicon offers process-oriented acting classes for kids (beginning at age five) and adults. These programs focus on developing skills and technique, basic theatre terminology, building confidence and stage presence, learning proper voice techniques and developing an awareness of body language through character work, and other fundamental techniques through improvisation, scene study and theatre games. We operate in a nurturing environment where participants are encouraged to increase their comfort zone and participate at their own pace.

Classes provide participants the opportunity to study with “teaching artists.” Teaching artists are working theatre professionals who hold a high-level degree or experience in voice and speech, acting, playwriting, Shakespeare, movement or audition techniques. With an average class size of 16, these courses offer close interaction and individual attention and culminate with a final presentation of the student’s work for family and friends.

Prices of classes range from $180-$240. To read more about specific class information, such as dates, pricing and class descriptions, please visit the Education section at www.rubicontheatre.org

SPRING SESSION

Acting (Ages 5-7):A perfect introduction to the world of theatre! Students play imagination games and learn the elements of storytelling. This is an excellent class for young readers. On the last day of the workshop, family and friends are invited to a presentation of the students’ work.

When: 6 Saturdays March 12, 2016 - April 16, 2016, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tuition: $180

Instructor: Brian McDonald

Acting (Ages 8-12): This is an introductory class that exposes students to scripted scenes and monologues. Students will learn memorization techniques, stage presence, listening and working together with a scene partner as they work on contemporary scripted material. Preliminary exposure to acting is beneficial but not necessary. This is an excellent class for young actors who are ready to take the next step. On the last day of the workshop, family and friends are invited to a presentation of the students’ work.

When: 6 Saturdays March 12, 2016 - April 16, 2016, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tuition: $200

Instructor: Brian McDonald

Acting (Ages 13-18):These fast-paced classes are challenging and great fun. In a nurturing environment, students learn self-assurance while acquiring intermediate acting skills. Script analysis and character development are taught through monologue and scene work as well as theatre games, voice and movement exercises and improvisation. Individual attention is given to each student and the class culminates in a final presentation for parents, family and friends.

When: 6 Mondays March 7, 2011 - April 25, 2011, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Final Presentation on Monday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tuition: $220

Instructor: Brian McDonald

Acting (Ages 19+):This very popular class looks to further student’s skills or try acting for the first time. Students focus on script analysis, character development, memorization techniques and stage presence while learning how to free the voice and body for individual expression. Contemporary scenes and monologues are chosen by the instructor for each student based on their personal needs and wishes. This is a fast-paced three-hour course that meets for 6 Mondays culminating in an informal final presentation for family and friends.

When: 6 Mondays March 14, 2016 - April 18, 2016, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Final Presentation on Monday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tuition: $240

Instructor: Brian McDonald

To read more about and register for classes, please visit the Education and Outreach section at www.rubicontheatre.org or call (805) 667-2912 ext. 234 for assistance.