Take us on a journey with your own short play! Each student will conceive, write and perform a one-minute original monologue. Our monologues will include an exploration of the essence of character and the who, what, where, when and why of your short scene. Our goals in this course include discovering and implementing the elements of clarity, feelings, plot, and conflict. Fun group exercises include writing prompts, visualization, creative expression, improvisation, vocal exercises and breath work. We’ll study successful short monologues and analyze what makes them work. Session includes a private one hour coaching session with the instructor before we launch our final monologues. During the last class, students will share their final, surprising performances!

2 Hours for In-Person

or 75 minutes on Zoom

We all need time to check in with our physical and inner selves. In these sessions we’ll discover and balance our breathing, learn simple techniques for regulating our moods and energy as we dedicate this hour to conscious self-care and rejuvenation. Using simple writing prompts, we’ll finish each session with expressive text to ground and inspire.

1 Hour for In-Person or on Zoom

Discover your own theatrical expression through group and individual exercises, games, and improvisation in this enjoyable drama class. We’ll explore movement, gesture, feelings and voice, as we focus on character development, and creating and scripting original short scenes and monologues. Develop skills in stagecraft, communication, and collaboration while building confidence and personal presence!

Optional: We’ll present our original scenes in a showcase for family and friends on the last day of class.