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1 Winter 2014

2 classes Pre-School ( ( ( ( ( ( Creative Play: Imagine Through a mixture of song, movement and storytelling, children learn to explore and express their inner world through the magic of play. 5 classes. $105R/$121NR Children s Theatre Dance Studio Tuesdays 1/6 2/3 2pm 2:45pm Ages yr 4450 Tuesdays 2/10 3/10 2pm 2:45pm Ages yr 4451 Mitchell Park ECR Room Thursdays 1/8 2/5 2pm 2:45pm Ages yr 4452 Thursdays 2/12 3/12 2pm 2:45pm Ages yr 4453 Story Acting Using familiar stories, improvisation, and creative movement, children leap into action as story characters! Classic children s books are used to teach children how to use their bodies and voices to create fun and familiar characters. Story Acting classes allow children to discover their unique creativity as they explore the wonderful world of theatre. Must be stated age by first class. Class may be repeated. 5 classes. $105R/$121NR Children s Theatre Tuesdays 1/6 2/3 4pm 4:45pm Ages 4 5 yr 4464 Saturdays 1/10 2/7 10am 10:45am Ages 4 5 yr 4466 Saturdays 1/10 2/7 11:15am 12pm Ages 4 5 yr 4468 Tuesdays 2/10 3/10 4pm 4:45pm Ages 4 5 yr 4465 Saturdays 2/14 3/14 10am 10:45am Ages 4 5 yr 4467 Saturdays 2/14 3/14 11:15am Noon Ages 4 5 yr 4469 Mitchell Park ECR Room Thursdays 1/8 2/05 4pm 4:45pm Ages 4 5 yr 4470 Thursdays 2/12 3/12 4pm 4:45pm Ages 4 5 yr

3 Princess Ballet New! Calling all Princesses! In this magical princess themed class, students will learn ballet, creative dance, individual steps, across the floor movement and dance combinations. They will use fun props like scarves, magic wands, & more while dancing to their favorite princess music. All dancers will perform in class, on the last day of the session. Parents wait outside the classroom unless otherwise noted. 8 classes. $110R/$126NR Children s Theatre Dance Studio Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 9am 9:30am Ages 2 3 yr 4472 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 9:35am 10:05am Ages 3 4 yr 4473 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 10:10am 10:40am Ages 3 4 yr 4474 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 1:45pm 2:15pm Ages 3 4 yr 4475 Dance Immersion New! This combination dance class incorporates the 3 major disciplines: Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. The class will balance technique training with expressive movement in a fun, upbeat environment. Students will learn to explore their emotions through body movement and expression. Students will also learn to dance with each other, in formations, and with props. Parents wait outside of the classroom. 8 classes. $120R/$138NR Children s Theatre Dance Studio Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 11:30am 12:15pm Ages 3 4 yr 4476 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 12:30pm 1:30pm Ages 4 5 yr 4477 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 2:30pm 3:30pm Ages 4 5 yr 4478 $130R/$150NR Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 4pm 5:15pm Ages 5 7 yr 4479 Hip Hop New! Students will learn a broad collection of urban street dance styles including: Breaking, Popping, Locking, Turfing, Jerkin and Krumping. Hip-Hop evolved from Hip-Hop culture and includes elements from Jazz, Rock, Tap, African, American and Latino dance cultures. These cultures will influence the hip-hop style and technique learned in class. This is not a parent participation class. 8 classes. $105R/$121NR Children s Theatre Dance Studio Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 5:15pm 5:45pm Ages 4 5 yr 4480 $120R/$138NR Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 5:45pm 6:30pm Ages 5 7 yr

Seussical the Musical [ PARENT OBSERVATIONS ] Unless specifically allowed in the class description, parents are not permitted in the studio during class.

4 Seussical the Musical [ PARENT OBSERVATIONS ] Unless specifically allowed in the class description, parents are not permitted in the studio during class. We encourage parents to wait in the lobby, particularly if they are concerned that their child may experience separation anxiety. The class description will specify if parents are welcome to observe the final class meeting of each term. All participants must be the stated age by the first class. Classes may be repeated. GIRLS ATTIRE [ CLASS ATTIRE ] Leotard and tights are required for any class that includes ballet or tap. T-shirt and shorts, jazz pants or leggings are acceptable for other classes. BOY S ATTIRE T-shirt and shorts or sweatpants are acceptable for all classes. SHOES For safety reasons, all students are required to wear shoes appropriate for each class. Students will not be allowed to participate without proper shoes. Ballet shoes with leather soles are required for any class that includes ballet. Ballet-style bedroom slippers are not acceptable. Tap shoes are required for any class that includes tap. However, tap shoes are not necessary until the second class meeting. Jazz shoes or tennis shoes are acceptable for hip hop and jazz dance classes. For Dancing Together, Tiny Tots Ballet and Kids Hip Hop Boogie, students may dance barefoot or in Robeez-type shoes with soft leather soles. Theatre classes and activities involve movement, so we ask that children arrive each day in clothing in which they can comfortably move. For reasons of safety we require closed toe shoes be worn. 7

5 classes Kids Creative Dramatics This unique class introduces children to theatre by focusing on their natural sense of play. The aim is to encourage inventiveness and originality by introducing children to creative building blocks such as pantomime, games, skits and more! Children learn how to use their voice, body, natural expressions and imagination to discover the exciting experience of performance. 8 classes. $121R/$139NR Children s Theatre 8 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 10am 11am Ages 6 yr 4482 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 11am 12pm Ages 7 8 yr 4483 Mitchell Park ECR Room Tuesdays 1/20 3/10 3:30pm 4:30pm Ages 6 yr 4484 Tuesdays 1/20 3/10 4:30pm 5:30pm Ages 7 8 yr 4485 Curtains Up! Intro to Acting Designed for the beginning student, this class will teach you the fine art of creating believable characters that will enthrall and captivate your audience. Study a variety of techniques that actors draw upon to create unforgettable stage and film characters. 8 classes. $121R/$139NR Children s Theatre Saturdays 1/10 2/28 12:30pm 1:30pm Ages 8 11 yr 4497 Tuesdays 1/13 3/3 5pm 6pm Ages 8 11 yr 4496 Mitchell Park Matadero Room Thursdays 1/22 3/12 5pm 6pm Ages 9 13 yr 4498 Intermediate Acting For those looking to strengthen their acting technique, this class will explore scene study, improvisation, and character development. Students broaden skills and create believable characters by utilizing voice and movement. 9 classes. $132R/$152NR Children s Theatre Saturdays 1/11 3/15 3pm 4:30pm Ages 9 13 yr 4499 Mitchell Park Matadero Room Tuesdays 1/20 3/17 5:30pm 7:00pm Ages 9 13 yr 4500

techniques are prepared to respond to all of life s situations with refreshing wit and humor. 8 classes.

6 Improv Like a Pro! Improvisation is a wildly fun art form, where split-second decisions and quick-witted responses can turn everyday situations into moments of comic delight. Whether grooming themselves for a school presentation, an audition, or a stint on Saturday Night Live, youngsters well-versed in improvisational techniques are prepared to respond to all of life s situations with refreshing wit and humor. 8 classes. $121R/$139NR Saturdays 1/17 3/7 12:30pm 1:45pm Ages yr 4501 Musical Theatre Skills Students are taught vocal and physical warm-ups to develop the skills needed for acting through song. The course includes skills in singing and performing. Participants will learn at least one song and polish 16 bars that can be used for an audition. 6 classes. $110R/$127NR Saturdays 2/14 3/21 1:30pm 2:30pm Ages 9 12 yr 4502 The Wind in the Willows Into the Woods, Jr. 9

7 Dance Immersion New! This combination dance class incorporates the 3 major disciplines: Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. The class will balance technique training with expressive movement in a fun, upbeat environment. Students will learn to explore their emotions through body movement and expression. Students will also learn to dance with each other, in formations, and with props. Parents wait outside the classroom. 8 classes. $135R/$155NR Cubberley Studio G-6 Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 2:30pm 4pm Ages 8 11 yr 4505 Hip Hop New! Students will learn a broad collection of urban street dance styles including: Breaking, Popping, Locking, Turfing, Jerkin and Krumping. Hip-Hop evolved from Hip-Hop culture and includes elements from Jazz, Rock, Tap, African, American and Latino dance cultures. These cultures will influence the hip-hop style and technique learned in class. 8 classes. $120R/$138NR Cubberley Studio G-6 Thursdays 1/22 3/12 5pm 6pm Ages 8 11 yr 4507 Tap New! Students will learn both classical technique and rhythm tap. Tap helps students feel the music and learn to move to a beat. Tappers will create their own rhythms and learn to create music with their feet. Tap is upbeat, energetic, great exercise, and inspiration for the soul. 8 classes. $120R/$138NR Cubberley Studio G-6 Thursdays 1/22 3/12 3pm 4pm Ages 7 10 yr 4509 Thursdays 1/22 3/12 4pm 5pm Ages 11+ yr 4510 Ballet New! Ballet provides the technique and discipline for all other forms of dance. In addition to engaging in the beauty and grace of ballet composition, students will learn formal barre, port de bras, across the floor technique, and center performance. The class will include both Russian and Cecchetti styles and students will understand the difference between the techniques. 8 classes. $120R/$138NR Cubberley Studio G-6 Tuesdays 1/20 3/10 3pm 4pm Ages 8 11 yr

Combination Jazz New! This class will incorporate classical jazz technique, lyrical, and contemporary, giving students a versatile foundation of current popular jazz style.

Contemporary will get them to understand the use of partnering and floor work to tell a story. 8 classes.

8 Combination Jazz New! This class will incorporate classical jazz technique, lyrical, and contemporary, giving students a versatile foundation of current popular jazz style. From jitterbug to Fosse, students will learn steps that keep them moving through the decades. Lyrical will help students learn to move with grace and light-footed fluidity. Contemporary will get them to understand the use of partnering and floor work to tell a story. 8 classes. $120R/$138NR Cubberley Studio G-6 Tuesdays 1/20 3/10 4pm 5pm Ages 8 11 yr 4512 Beginners Bharatanatyam This course will introduce an ancient classical dance form from south India called Bharatanatyam. Children will learn the basic postures and steps, as well as some history and theory about this dance form. Adults are also welcome to enroll. 8 classes. $105R/$121NR Beginner I Course Thursdays 1/15 3/5 6pm 6:30pm Ages 6+ yr 4513 Beginner II Course Thursdays 1/15 3/5 5:15pm 6pm Ages 6+ yr 4514 Kids Capoeira & Youth Capoeira Capoeira is an exciting combination of martial arts, dance and gymnastics. Developed by African slaves in Brazil centuries ago, today Capoeira is practiced by adults and children all over the world. In the class, youth gain flexibility, strength and confidence as they become more graceful in the basic Capoeira movements, learned first in isolation and then put together in a jogo or game. The class is great fun and a good choice for children of all athletic abilities. 10 classes. $120R/$138NR Mitchell Park El Palo Alto West Tuesdays 1/13 3/17 4pm 4:45pm Ages 4 6 yr 4515 Tuesdays 1/13 3/17 4:45pm 5:30pm Ages 7 12 yr 4516 Into the Woods, Jr. 11

9 Kids & Youth Samba and Afro Brazillian Dance Kids will delight as they learn the basics of Brazilian Dance in this fun series of classes designed to complement each child s natural abilities. Children will learn stylized moves from some of Brazil s most popular contemporary dances, including the exhilarating Samba, Frêvo and Axé. Children will catch on with ease in this energetic class that requires no prior dance experience and the music is fantastic! 10 classes. $120R/$138NR Mitchell Park El Palo Alto West Tuesdays 1/13 3/17 5:30pm 6:15pm Ages 6 12 yr 4517 Vocal Lessons One-on-one vocal lessons will give students the confidence to sing in any musical genre. Learn techniques and styles from musical theatre, country, jazz, and pop. Lessons are designed for the beginning student preparing for an audition, perfecting songs for performance, or for those wishing to develop their vocal range and technique. Registration is for a series of 8 half hour lessons. $320R/$368NR Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 2pm Ages 8+ yr 4518 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 2:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4519 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 3pm Ages 8+ yr 4520 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 3:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4521 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 4pm Ages 8+ yr 4522 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 4:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4523 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 5pm Ages 8+ yr 4524 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 5:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4525 Wednesdays 1/14 3/4 6pm Ages 8+ yr 4526 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 10:30am Ages 8+ yr 4527 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 11am Ages 8+ yr 4528 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 11:30am Ages 8+ yr 4529 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 12pm Ages 8+ yr 4530 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 12:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4531 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 1pm Ages 8+ yr 4532 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 2pm Ages 8+ yr 4533 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 2:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4534 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 3pm Ages 8+ yr 4535 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 3:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4536 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 4pm Ages 8+ yr 4537 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 4:30pm Ages 8+ yr 4538 Saturdays 1/17 3/7 5pm Ages 8+ yr

classes Teens Private Vocal Singers of all ages can benefit enormously from one-on-one instruction time with trained opera singer Patricia Urbano.

This all-encompassing workshop is great for students preparing for an audition, perfecting songs for a performance, or for those just wishing to strengthen their singing voice.

10 classes Teens Private Vocal Singers of all ages can benefit enormously from one-on-one instruction time with trained opera singer Patricia Urbano. Learn techniques for everything from classical to musical theatre to contemporary pop singing. This all-encompassing workshop is great for students preparing for an audition, perfecting songs for a performance, or for those just wishing to strengthen their singing voice. Call the Children s Theatre to schedule an appointment prior to registration: Eight half-hour sessions Days/times vary Ages 8+ yr Cost: $40 per lesson Classes begin the week of January 21 Into the Woods, Jr. Capoeira Teens and Adults Students learn basic movements under the Capoeira Narahari system, including steps necessary to acquire respective belts. Become skilled at recognizing and playing a variety of rhythms on traditional percussive instruments that accompany the Capoeira game, or jogo. Also, gain a basic knowledge of the history of Capoeira and its origins. 10 classes. $150R/$172NR Cubberley Community Center Studio G-6 Tuesdays 1/13 3/17 7pm 8:15pm Ages 13+ yr 4541 Lucie Stern Ballroom Thursdays 1/15 3/19 6:45pm 8pm Ages 13+ yr

Hip Hop New! Students will learn a broad collection of urban street dance styles including: Breaking, Popping, Locking, Turfing, Jerkin and Krumping.

11 Hip Hop New! Students will learn a broad collection of urban street dance styles including: Breaking, Popping, Locking, Turfing, Jerkin and Krumping. Hip-Hop evolved from Hip-Hop culture and includes elements from Jazz, Rock, Tap, Afrian, American and Latino dance cultures. These cultures will influence the hip-hop style and technique learned in class. 9 classes. $95R/$110NR Cubberley Community Center Studio G-6 Thursdays 1/22 3/12 6pm 7pm Ages 12+ yr 4508 Dance Immersion New! This combination dance class incorporates the 3 major disciplines: Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. The class will balance technique training with expressive movement in a fun, upbeat environment. Students will learn to explore their emotions through body movement and expression. Students will also learn to dance with each other, in formations, and with props. Parents wait outside the classroom. 8 classes. $150R/$155NR Cubberley Community Center Studio G-6 Tuesdays 1/20 3/10 5pm 7pm Ages 12+ yr 4506 Acting on Film Expand your acting skills to film! Betsy Franco, film and TV actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, playwright, novelist, and mother of two outstanding actors (James & Dave) will teach you the unique skills of acting on film. Actors need to know both stage and film acting. Get comfortable on a camera and be directed the way it s done on real TV & movie sets - all priceless skills to know! 6 classes. $150R/$172NR Saturdays 2/3 3/10 5pm 6:50pm Ages yr 4544 Into the Woods, Jr. 14

Seussical the Musical Concept to Camera: Future Filmmakers If you re full of creative story ideas and want to learn how to take those ideas and turn them into thought-provoking short films, this is

Under the direction of prefessional writer, director and filmmaker Myrton Running Wolf, teenagers will have the extraordinary experience of writing their own short films, using and operating film

$150R/$172NR Cubberley Community Center Room FH Saturdays 1/17 3/7 11am 1pm Ages 13 19 yr 4543 Storyboard to Screen Workshop for middle and high school students.

12 Seussical the Musical Concept to Camera: Future Filmmakers If you re full of creative story ideas and want to learn how to take those ideas and turn them into thought-provoking short films, this is the class for you. Under the direction of prefessional writer, director and filmmaker Myrton Running Wolf, teenagers will have the extraordinary experience of writing their own short films, using and operating film equipment, editing, critiquing their work, and finally learning the essential skill of how to present their films to producers. 8 classes. $150R/$172NR Cubberley Community Center Room FH Saturdays 1/17 3/7 11am 1pm Ages yr 4543 Storyboard to Screen Workshop for middle and high school students. Students act as an independent film company as they learn the fundamentals of filmmaking with introductions to screenwriting, directing techniques, production, and cinematography. Students collectively write, direct, act in and produce one short film that assimilates the creativity of every member of the artistic team. The class culminates with an introduction to post-production editing. 8 classes. $150R/$172NR Mitchell Park Adobe South Wednesdays 1/21 3/11 5pm 7pm Ages yr

13 Call for submissions! Ten Minute Playwriting Contest 2014 Students from 3rd to 12th grade are invited to submit original plays to the Ten Minute Playwriting Contest, Public, private, charter, magnet and home-school students welcome to submit. Students submit original work in three categories: Elementary School (3rd-5th grade), Middle School (6th-8th grade), and High School (9th-12th grade). Winning plays receive a workshop performance, and winning playwrights receive prizes donated by the Friends of the Palo Alto Children s Theatre. Performances of award-winning plays take place in a work-shop format on our main stage theatre followed by a reception sponsored by the Friends of the Palo Alto Children s Theatre. Submissions start date: Monday, October 14, 2013 Submissions due: Friday, December 6, 2013 Winners Announced: Wednesday February 12, 2014, 6:30pm at the Playwriting Showcase Performance To request a submission form or for more information, please Christopher. Luciani@cityofpaloalto.org Call for actors! Ten Minute Playwriting Contest Showcase 2014 Audition for the 2014 Playwriting Contest Showcase! Work with a professional director to create high-quality workshop performances of the Playwriting Contest s winning plays! Auditions: January 8 and 9, 2014, 4pm 6pm, open to students from 8th grade to 12th grade. No preparation necessary. Cold reading and improvisation-based auditions. Rehearsals: February 5 11, 2014, alternating days (will work with your schedule) Performance: Wednesday, February 12, 2014, 6:30pm 17

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