(ages 14 and up)

In this two-class series, the first session will cover the basics of unarmed stage combat including punches, slaps, falls, kicks, and more. The second class will provide an introduction to swordplay and how to attack and defend with a partner. All of these skills will be taught in a way that makes you look awesome and keeps everybody safe. Basic stage combat is a great skill to add to any theater resume.

Date/Time:

May 14 and May 16 / 6:30-8:00p

Location:

Jefferson Community Center | 1000 B Street, Eureka

Cost:

$50 per class / $100 for series

Instructor: Caroline McFarland

(ages 14 and up)

This class explores acting techniques in a playful and encouraging environment. Students will develop the fundamentals of acting using exercises, improvisation and written text.

Date/Time:

May 11 / 12:00n-3:00pm

Location:

D Street Theater | 300 5th Street, Eureka

Cost:

$75

Instructor: Julie Eccles-Benson

(ages 14 and up)

Connect the mind to the body, the movement to the words. Often we disconnect our bodies from our minds leaving a gap between the words coming out of our mouths and the rest of the anatomy. This workshop for actors, speakers, and performers will focus on the relationship between the body and the words we use to create meaning. We will use images and movement exercises to connect deeply and create layers of meaning within and around the words. Please memorize a 30-60 second text in preparation for the class. This can be a poem, part of a story, a short monologue, or other words that you know by heart. We will be doing some movement, so dress comfortably. We will be moving our bodies. No experience necessary.

Date/Time:

May 19 / 4:00-7:00pm

Location:

D Street Theater | 300 5th Street, Eureka

Cost:

$75

Instructor: Ruthi Engelke

(ages 8 and up)

This is a class for parents to join their children creating opportunities for play. A fun way to explore more imaginative forms of expression. Both children and adults will respond to prompts, moving their bodies freely and joyfully.

Date/Time:

May 18 / 1:00-4:00pm

Location:

D Street Theater | 300 5th Street, Eureka

Cost:

$30

Instructor: Isabel Semler

(ages 14 and up)

This 3-hour workshop is designed to teach you techniques and skills needed for successful audition. Using monologues and cold reading techniques, you will receive guidance on how to improve your audition. We will cover the importance of the first 15 seconds, choosing and presenting an appropriate piece, and the techniques to make it hit home. Have a prepared 1- minute monologue, memorized preferred but okay to just be very familiar with it. Let’s work on getting you that role!

Date/Time:

May 11 / 12:00-3:00pm

Location:

Eureka High School | 1915 J Street, Eureka

Cost:

$75

Instructor: Craig Benson

This joint acting class will guide you through focusing on practical aspects to explore the tools of an actors toolbox and learning how to channel your creation and ability of being responsive and expressive.

Date/Time:

May 11 / 12:30-3:00pm

Location:

Jefferson Community Center | 1000 B Street, Eureka

Cost:

$75

Instructor: Elizabeth “Liz” Whittemore and Andrew “AJ” Hempstead