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Writing The Ten Minute Play, with Bruce Menin

How much can a play reveal in ten minutes? This workshop offers you a chance to find out. Over the course of six sessions, we will consider the ten-minute play; understand its form, structure, source/inspiration, and the liberating opportunity it presents for cultural commentary. Add in, character development, conflict and conflict resolution to draft your […]

Ongoing Cold Reading Classes with Marc Clopton

This is a workout class that purposely includes actors at every level of experience, from beginners to pro’s, and also offers invaluable opportunities for non-actors in the way of personal growth and discovery. Using plays and screenplays, students learn ways of reaching full expression and access to their own authenticity, along with simple techniques for breath control, focus and […]

Daytime Improv Comedy Classes with Charles Van Eman

Improv is both fun and remarkably freeing. We will focus on the basics of improv: accepting the offer, always saying yes, and getting out of the analytic brain. The exercises we use promote spontaneity, and, more importantly, help to create a direct connection to our impulse center. Find out how much more expression you can […]

Evening Scene Study Class with Charles Van Eman

Thursday’s 7pm, November 7 – December 12, 2019 - Performance Friday December 13, 2019  8pm A Scene Study class with Charles Van Eman is one of the most rewarding theatrical experiences this side of participating in a full-on play. With his guidance, you’ll analyze a script, develop your character, work with props and refine blocking. […]

Ongoing Cold Reading Classes with Marc Clopton

This is a workout class that purposely includes actors at every level of experience, from beginners to pro’s, and also offers invaluable opportunities for non-actors in the way of personal growth and discovery. Using plays and screenplays, students learn ways of reaching full expression and access to their own authenticity, along with simple techniques for breath control, focus and […]

Adam Payne – In Concert

Adam Payne is known for his unique style and crowd interaction. He specializes in creating on-the-spot original songs and vocal/instrumental harmonies and looping arrangements. Payne has shared the stage with artists including the Avett Brothers and Ben Harper. He has released several albums, has been featured on numerous albums, and has collaborated with artists all […]

Full Moon Story Slam

Saturday, November 16 at 7pm Theme: Extra Mile How often have you been involved in a penultimate event? Probably not very often, right? Well, here’s your chance! The November 16 Full Moon Story Slam will be the last regular event of the 2019 season before the final slam competition at the Firehouse Center for the Arts in […]

Quick Improv Comedy Classes with Sara Fisher and Charles Van Eman

*Become a better listener (to others and to your own ideas!) *Learn to access your playful nature! *Find your funny! *Brush up on Improv skills and meet new people in your community! Fee: $165 Mondays 7 pm, November 4, 11, 18 Sara Fisher is a graduate of the Second City Chicago Music Conservatory and iO […]

Writing The Ten Minute Play, with Bruce Menin

How much can a play reveal in ten minutes? This workshop offers you a chance to find out. Over the course of six sessions, we will consider the ten-minute play; understand its form, structure, source/inspiration, and the liberating opportunity it presents for cultural commentary. Add in, character development, conflict and conflict resolution to draft your […]

Ongoing Cold Reading Classes with Marc Clopton

This is a workout class that purposely includes actors at every level of experience, from beginners to pro’s, and also offers invaluable opportunities for non-actors in the way of personal growth and discovery. Using plays and screenplays, students learn ways of reaching full expression and access to their own authenticity, along with simple techniques for breath control, focus and […]