The Academy (formerly known as The California Academy for the Creative Performing Arts) is pleased to bring three decades of excellence in education to San Jose Playhouse at 3Below Theaters.
The Academy is a nationally acclaimed and award winning professional school of theatre and related arts for students 5 through 105. The curriculum is designed so students of all ages may develop creative skills, discover new awareness of self-expression, and gain awareness of theatre as a profession.
We are beyond thrilled to announce that we are ready to move back into teaching theatre arts classes now that the pandemic is in its endemic stage. See below or join our e-list to receive notifications about upcoming classes.
Winter Session | January – March, 2023
Spring Session | April – June, 2023
Summer | July – August, 2023
In this class for Adults and Seniors, students will have the opportunity to get a taste of multiple aspects of theatre arts by enjoying one class each in a number of subjects. We’ll start by covering Basic Stage Skills where you’ll learn the language of theater and then move into week after week of introductory workshops on a variety of theatre arts subjects, much like a tasting menu. Featured subjects may include Acting Basics, Singing Basics, Tap Basics, Broadway Dance, Improvisation, Makeup Design, Costume Design, Lighting Design, Page To Stage (scene study), and more. The goal is to help students discover untapped interests in any of the many fields of theatre arts before.
No experience necessary: this is an opportunity for interested adults and seniors to explore their creative talents as well as meet other people in a fun framework to explore the rich diversity and talents of the local community.
Ages: Adults | Age 18 and up
Dates: January 25 through March 29, 2023
Times: Wednesdays | 7:00pm-9:30pm
Workshops:
Wednesday, January 25, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Intro to the class / Basic Stage Skills
Wednesday, February 1, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Creative Dramatics (Acting)
Wednesday, February 8, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Singing Basics
Wednesday, February 15, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Acting Basics
Wednesday, February 22, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Musical Theatre
Wednesday, March 1, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Tap Basics
Wednesday, March 8, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Theatre Makeup
Wednesday, March 15, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Broadway Dance
Wednesday, March 22, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Lighting Design
Wednesday, March 29, 7:00pm-9:30pm: Audition Basics
Location: 3Below Theaters, 288 S Second St | Includes free validated parking
Cost: $375 for 10 workshops
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