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Classes & Workshops

There are many opportunities to get involved at The Western Stage whether you're a young person (or not) just getting started, a student, or a veteran of the stage!

Young Company offers exciting opportunities for young people interested in becoming involved in the theatre arts. Click here.

HS2JC “High School to Junior College” bridges the gap for our more experienced Young Company actors and beginning Hartnell actors ages 14 – 20. Click here.

Check out The Western Stage's programs and classes:
> Young Company
> HS2JC
> Open Studio
> Legacy Players

SpringFest Core Theatre Arts Classes, Healthy Voice Workshop, Dance Workshops...

Hartnell College Theatre Arts OpenStudio offers actors short rehearsal and public performances in our Studio Theater. Click here.

Legacy Players Click here.

SpringFest 2010!

Instructors: Susanne Burns, Jeff McGrath, David Parker Core Theatre Arts Courses
(UC/CSU transferable)
STUDENTS MAY SELF ENROLL for any
of these sections through www.hartnell.edu
or on campus at Hartnell’s Admissions and Records Office.
SPRING BREAK is March 29–April 2.
No classes or projects will meet during this time.

ThA 1: Section 7085	Intro to Theatre	3 units	full semester	Jeff McGrath
ThA 10: section 7089	Beginning Acting	3 units	full semester	Susanne Burns
ThA 11: section 7200	Intermediate Acting	3 units	full semester	Jeff McGrath
ThA 170: section 7208	Scenic Construction	0.5 – 2 units	4/19 – 5/31	David Parker

The Healthy Voice & Practical Musicianship for the Actor
Robin McKee-Williams is TWS’ company vocologist and has worked in restoring and preserving principal vocalists for the past three seasons. She is one of only three certified McClosky voice specialists on the West Coast, and her methods & incredible understanding of the physiology of the human voice modify weak vocal habits to rebuild & enhance healthy, robust and lasting speaking/singing voices. In addition to teaching McClosky techniques, Robin will offer a short-course based upon the Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music approach to vocal performance and musicianship. These techniques enable students to more easily prepare for singing and musical theatre performance.

The Healthy Voice Workshop Series consists of 10 Monday evenings from 6–8 PM.
Enroll in two sections for 0.25 units each. Spring Break is March 29 – April 2. No classes or projects will meet during that time.

ThA 100B: section 7202	Healthy Vocal Production for the Actor	3/1 – 4/8	Robin McKee-Williams
ThA 100C: section 7203	Healthy Vocal Production in Practice	4/13 – 5/10	Robin McKee-Williams

Now I gotta cut loose, Footloose!
Joelle McGrath and Sam Trevino are veterans of TWS’ musical stage, and have been featured dancers, dance captains and assisting our choreographers for many years. The dance required by TWS 2010 musicals will be challenging to say the least, so here’s your chance to get a “leg up” on things!

Dance Instructors, Joelle McGrath and Sam Trevino Joelle and Sam are offering a series of dance classes that will not only build your stamina and flexibility, but will give you insider knowledge of step combinations and how to better learn choreography in rehearsal. Even if you are a veteran dancer yourself, this series is a good way to keep in top shape in preparation for our musical stage!

Meetings will be scheduled during April 12 – May 16 (5 weeks) and are Tuesday and Thursday evenings each week. Enrollment will be in ThA 100C:7203 for 0.5 units.
If we decide to start earlier and to offer more meetings, and if the teaching team changes, we will let you know!

To audition for The Western Stage 2010 Season shows,
click here for more information.

February 5 Auditions for all non-musicals

February 6 & 7 Auditions for all titles, musical and acting-only

January 13 & 16, 2010
To audition for Young Company productions (for actors 9–16 years),
call (831) 755-6929 for appointment.

Enroll now at Hartnell Admissions & Records
Information: (831) 755-6987

For more information about classes, email Melissa Chin-Parker

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