Lyric Stage School of Performing Arts

Mission Statement
To provide students of all ages innovative, superior quality instruction in the performing arts, taught by theatre professionals and teaching artists who encourage participation, promote creativity and foster personal growth.

Following is a schedule and online enrollment form for the Lyric Stage School of Performing Arts.

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FALL 2010 CLASS SCHEDULE

Classes begin September 14 and run through December 9. There are no classes the week of November 22 -26.

Ages 4 & 5
Magical Players
Tuesdays 4:00 - 4:55
Tuition: $275
Purpose: To introduce young children to the world of theatre and performance through the use of games, creative arts projects, and creative play. Students will develop self confidence and self esteem through the reinforcement of appropriate ideas and actions. They will learn elementary character development using observation, imitation and story recreation. The focus of this class is imagination development and focused creativity.

Grades 1-3
Imagination Explosion
Tuesdays 5:00 -6:25
Tuition: $325
Purpose: To introduce students to theatre and performance through the use of games, creative play and basic acting tools. Students will take part in structured exercises to involving creative movement, peer interaction and story re-creation. They will be introduced to basic theatrical terms defined and illustrated in the context of group activities and exercises. The focus of this class is imagination development and focused creativity.

Grades 4-5
Discover Acting
Thursdays 5:00 - 6:25
Tuition: $325
Purpose: To introduce students to the art of acting by teaching them the basic environment and tools of the actor and how to use them. Students will learn the importance of trust and team building to foster a successful performance. They will learn and effectively use the vocal techniques of projection, articulation and rate of speech. They will also take part in improvisational activities and acting exercises to develop creativity and quick-thinking skills. The focus of this class is creating a sense of ensemble, imparting general theatrical knowledge and building acting technique foundations.

Grades 6-8
Comedy & Improvisation
Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:25
Tuition: $325
Purpose: To teach young actors an approach to acting by providing a creative foundation of improvisational skills. Students will learn various structures of improvisation and incorporate their own experiences in improvisational work. They will identify different types of comedy and learn how improvisation is used in various the forms of comedy. Students will also be introduced to Commedia dell’Arte - the original improv artists.

Grades 5-8
Musical Theatre
Wednesdays 5:00 -6:25
Tuition: $325
Purpose: To expand the student’s knowledge of the musical theatre art form and prepare the student for performance in musical theatre by developing the vocal and physical instruments through musical expression and movement instruction. Students will receive instruction in elements of music and correct vocal production. They will learn various levels of musical theatre choreography and how it relates to musical performance. The students will also identify major works of musical theatre and the creators as well as examining the audition process.

Creative Spirits:
Acting for Senior Adults
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Tuition: $275
Purpose: To give senior adults the opportunity to be creative in a new and exciting way. Students will develop and express qualities of body, mind and spirit through the art of acting in this class specifically designed for seniors. No previous experience necessary.

CLICK FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR 2010 CLASSES

Call: Valerie Galloway Chapa at 972-252-7558 Ext 1250 or Email: valerie@lyricstage.org for information. Classes are at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX 75062.