Classes

Building Character Onstage

Town Hall Theatre is where children build self-esteem, confidence and character! We offer a place to learn about the performing arts in a positive, student-centric environment. Children may be introduced to theatre in our beginning class, Intro to Acting, or grow as an actor in our tiered acting series. We also offer private acting and voice lessons for a more concentrated, one-on-one experience. No matter what age or experience level you are, there's sure to be a class for you!  

All performances and classes at Town Hall Theatre are inclusive. In addition to accessible seating areas, the theatre provides assistive listening units for performances. Please allow two weeks notice for staff to coordinate additional inclusive services such as audio description, sign-interpreted performances or braille programs. Periodic sensory-friendly performances include reduced lighting, softer sounds, and visual cards for loud sounds such as thunder. Learn more about inclusive and adaptive recreation programming at the RecPlex. 

Intro to Acting

Ages 4-7

Make new friends, become comfortable speaking in front of a group, and feel successful about putting on your own mini-play! Each class will begin by reading a story or picking out a costume. Students then use the story and their imaginations to create a mini-play. Family and friends are invited to be our audience the last five minutes of each class!

Acting-Level 1 

Grades 2-8

This course is a prerequisite for being cast in a Showcase Series production at Town Hall Theatre. The curriculum concentrates on monologues and short scenes. Each student will understand theatre terminology and the process of going through technical rehearsal to a performance. Completion of this class is dependent on accruing no more than two absences and receiving a passing grade on the theatre terms quiz.

Acting-Level 2 

Grades 2-8

This course is a prerequisite for being cast in a Mainstage Series production at Town Hall Theatre. Students will learn how to create characters that can "live" through an entire show, as well as learn how to tackle callbacks. Actors will understand how to research a role and why it is important. Students in 2nd-6th grade must have already completed Acting Level 1 to enroll in this course. Completion of this course is dependent on accruing no more than two absences.

Private Acting Lessons

Grades 2-12

Focus on timing, rhythm and control, analyze scenes for tactics and objectives, prepare for auditions and callbacks and expand your acting range with character and dialect work. Private lessons are a great way for beginning and seasoned actors who want to explore the craft at a more advanced level and are available by appointment only. Contact the theatre to register. Single lessons to prepare for an upcoming audition or performance are also available. Call 433-0130 to schedule your next lesson!

Specialty Classes

Specialty classes offered occasionally include Ace Your Auditions, Intro to Puppetry, Costuming for the Stage, Theatre Dance, and Comedy Improv, to name a few. Check our brochure to see what specialty classes are available this session.

Group Workshops

For information on how we can provide your group or organization with a specialty acting or voice workshop tailored to meet your needs, please contact the Education Director.

For a complete list of classes visit the Washington Township RecPlex page or call 937-433-0130.