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Education FAQs		 School of Theatre Training (4th-12th Grade)
School of Theatre Training Classes are geared toward students who are dedicated to studying the skills and techniques of theatre. An audition is required for all students; every student who auditions will be admitted into the program. Students interested in a less intensive experience may be better served by the eight-week fall and winter class sessions which do not require an audition.

About the School of Theatre Training Classes

Core Classes are designed for students who have some experience in theatre and are looking to strengthen principle skills in the areas of Acting, Improvisation, Musical Theatre or Shakespeare. After completing the audition, students will register for a core class based on their interests and the suggestion of the instructors. Classes meet once a week for 90 minutes.

Intensive Classes and Specialty Classes are designed for students who demonstrate advanced skills in theatre techniques and seek a demanding and concentrated course of study. Students are assigned to an intensive or specialty class based on their audition. Classes meet once a week for 2 hours.

Performance Company, Junior Performance Company and Home School Acting Troupe provide experienced students an outlet for performance. There will be one intensive rehearsal period in the fall followed by performances in a variety of venues throughout Charlotte during the school year. Interested students must audition during Intensive/Specialty Class auditions.
   

How to Audition

Step 1: CLICK HERE to sign up for an audition time. Every student who auditions will be accepted into the program.
 If you are interested in a scholarship do not sign up for an audition time. Please call Sidney Horton (704) 973-2836 immediately.

Step 2: Attend the Audition (see dates below)

Step 3: Receive a placement letter with instruction on how to register and pay for class online.

Please Note: You cannot register for a class until after completing the placement audition.

Audition Dates
Auditions for Intensive, Specialty Classes and Performance Companies: June 4 and 5 only. Auditions for Core Classes: June 25, 26, July 30, 31, August 19, 20, 21 and September 3. You may choose any audition day. The sooner you audition, the sooner you may register for your desired class.

What to Prepare for Your Audition
CORE CLASSES: Students should prepare one monologue or one song no longer than one minute in length. Songs will be sung a cappella, without accompaniment. Students interested in the technical theatre class will be asked interview questions during the audition time and are not required to present a monologue or song.

INTENSIVE, SPECIALTY CLASSES OR PERFORMANCE COMPANIES: Students should prepare two contrasting monologues or one monologue and one song (if auditioning for a musical theatre class). Audition selections should be no longer than 90 seconds.

Preparing for the Audition: Monologues/Music/Resources

Monologues
A monologue is a speech made by one person speaking his or her thoughts aloud or directly addressing a reader, audience, or character. When selecting a monologue it is often a good idea to choose a piece from a character that is close to your experience and age. Try to select a monologue that tells an interesting story, but more importantly portrays a strong character. It is a good idea to read the entire script so you know the context of your selection. After choosing your monologue, memorize then practice. Try performing in front of a mirror and other people. Remember that acting occurs vocally as well as physically.

Music
 Students who are interested in participating in a musical theatre class must also prepare a song. Your selection should be only 16 bars long (this is about 1 minute when sung). Be prepared to sing a cappella; there will be no accompanist or CD player available. When selecting a song it is a good idea to choose something that displays your range but it is more important that you feel comfortable and confident with the selection. More advanced students should select a piece that portrays a character or emotion. Musicals are a good resource for song selection. Another great resource is The 16-bar Theatre Audition compiled by Michael Dansicker.

Audition Resources
Your local library and the internet contain many helpful resources. ImaginOn has a script library located in The Loft on the 2nd floor. The Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County has many resources include the following:

Demystifying the Monologue: Your road map to a compelling performance
By Leonard Peters

The Perfect Monologue: How to find and perform the monologue that will get you the part
By Michael Shurtleff

Monologues from Contemporary Literature
 Edited by Eric Kruas

Childsplay : a collection of scenes and monologues for children
 Edited by Kerry Muir

The Book of Monologues for Aspiring Actors
By Marsh Cassady 

Speak the Speech!  Shakespeare’s Monologues Illuminated
By Rhona Silverbush and Sami Plotkin

 
School of Theatre Training Key Dates
 

June 4, 5

 Auditions for Intensives, Specialty Classes and Performance Companies

June 25, 26

 Core Class Auditions

July 30, 31

Core Class Auditions

August 20, 21 & September 3

Core Class Auditions

September 29

 Classes begin

November 24-27

 No classes

December 1

 OnStage Registration Begins

December 15-January 2

 No classes

January 5

 Class resumes

February 27, 28 & March 1

 OnStage Auditions

March 9-12

 Showcase Week
May 15-17 OnStage performances

 

  
School of Theatre Training Core Classes
Grades 4-12   September 29-March 12   Tuition $325
Students must attend an audition before registering for a Core Class. Please see "How to Audition" (above).
 

CORE ACTING

Grades 4-5

Mondays 4:00-5:30 pm

 OPEN

CORE ACTING

Grades 4-5

Wednesdays 4:00-5:30 pm

 OPEN
CORE ACTING Grades 4-5 Thursdays 5:00-6:30 pm OPEN

MUSICAL THEATRE - New section!

Grades 4-5

Tuesdays 5:00-6:30 pm

 OPEN

IMPROVISATIONAL ACTING

Grades 4-5

Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm

 OPEN

CORE ACTING

Grades 6-8

Mondays 5:30-7:00 pm

 OPEN

CORE ACTING

Grades 6-8

Tuesdays 5:00-6:30 pm

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MUSICAL THEATRE

Grades 6-8

Wednesdays 5:00-6:30 pm

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MUSICAL THEATRE - New time!

Grades 6-8

Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 pm

 OPEN

IMPROVISATIONAL ACTING

Grades 6-8

Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm

 OPEN
SHAKESPEARE Grades 6-12 Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm OPEN
TECHNICAL THEATRE Grades 8-12 Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 pm OPEN

CORE ACTING

Grades 9-12

Mondays 7:00-8:30 pm

 OPEN


School of Theatre Training Intensive Classes
Grades 6-12    Tuition $425
Students must attend a placement audition. Please see "How to Register and Audition" (above).

ACTING INTENSIVE

Grades 6-8

Mondays 6:30-8:30 pm*

ACTING INTENSIVE

Grades 6-8

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm*

ACTING INTENSIVE

Grades 9-12

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm*

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE

Grades 6-12

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm*

SHAKESPEARE INTENSIVE

Grades 6-12

Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm*
MOVEMENT FOR THE ACTOR Grades 6-12 Mondays 6:30-8:30 pm*
DIRECTING Grades 6-12 Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm*

PERFORMANCE COMPANY

Grades 7-12

Rehearsal dates: Sept. 5-7, 12-14 & 19-21

JUNIOR PERFORMANCE COMPANY

Grades 4-6

Rehearsal dates: Sept. 5-7, 12-14 & 19-21

* Intensive and Specialty classes will be offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. Classes will be scheduled following the placement auditions. Specialty classes will be created based on majority of student interest and abilities. Specialty class concentrations could include: Directing Class, Improvisation Troupe, Contemporary Musicals, Movement for Musical Theatre, Vocal Performance/Sight Reading. In order to be eligible for a Specialty Class, students must have completed at least one year of an Intensive Class.

CLICK HERE to sign up for an audition time.

  
 

OnStage
 School of Theatre Training Performance Project
 Tuition $80
Students who participated in the School of Theatre Training are invited to audition for OnStage, a unique performance opportunity. Students will rehearse a play five days per week over a five-week rehearsal period and will perform in one of the two theatres at ImaginOn.
 

  • Students must register for the OnStage program in advance.
  • Registration runs Dec. 1 - Jan. 9. Registrations will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • Audition appointments will be scheduled after registration ends. 
  • Auditions for OnStage will be held on Feb. 27, 28 and March 1, 2009. 
  • Rehearsals will take place Sunday -Thursday, April 13-May 14, Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9.
  • Performances will be held on May 15-17, 2009.

Only students who participate in the School of Theatre Training will be eligible to participate in OnStage!

  
 

School of Theatre Training Registration
If you have not yet audition please see the section labeled How to Audition (above). After students audition they will receive a placement letter in the mail. If you have auditioned, received your placement letter and are ready to register click on the 'Register Now' button below. Please note that Intensive class registration is only available to students who attended an Intensive audition and received a placement letter for an Intensive class (Intensive classes include specialty classes and performance companies).

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