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Summer 2020 Workshops


Minerva is excited to present our 2020 summer workshop lineup! Join us throughout the summer for seven full weeks of fun! Register between March 15th and April 30th* to take advantage of our early bird workshop fees listed below. Full and partial scholarships available. To inquire, contact Jennifer at 413-884-0050 or info@minervaartscenter.org.

*5\1\2020- Due to the uncertainty surrounding current circumstances, we have extended the Early Bird Discount deadline to June 1st.  Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay happy!

An Actor’s Around the World: Musical Theater

Explore the techniques used in acting, singing and dancing for musical theater! Actors will hone their
skills in choreography, vocal training, monologues, character and scene studies, and more!

Ages 7 & up
June 29th – July 3rd, 12pm-5pm
Performance: July 3rd  @ 5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $175

Art of Improv

Explore Improvisational Acting in this one-week workshop. Through a series of games and exercises, students learn the techniques of improv, which are then applied to short-form and long-form improvised scenes.

Ages 7 & up
July 6th – July 10th, 12pm-5pm
Workshop Fee: $175

Gleekers!

Students present an evening of song and dance ranging from Contemporary, Classic, and Broadway hits! During this one week workshop, students and teaching artists create a fully produced performance that will entertain audiences of all ages. Workshop focus on voice and choreography elements of a performance piece, with individual, duets, and ensemble numbers.

Ages 7 & up
July 13th – 17th, 12pm-5pm
Performance: July 17th @ 7pm
Workshop Fee: $175

Little 2 Big Presents…

This multi-age three-week workshop celebrates classic musical theatre with focus on ensemble building, voice and physical technique, and a fully produced production with three performances.

 

Ages 7 & up
July 20th – August 8th 12pm-5pm
Performances: Friday, 8/7 at 11am & 7pm and Saturday, 8/8 at 2pm
Workshop Fee: $525

Once Upon a Time…

A great introduction to the world of theatre for Pre-K and Kindergarteners (ages 3 &up)! Games and exercises develop imagination and play, motor and language skills, focus, teamwork, self-confidence, and acting technique! Text is adapted from beloved Fairy Tales and Classic Fables from around the world!

Pre-K and Kindergarten (Ages 3 & up)
August 10th – August 14th, 10am-5pm
Workshop Fee: $150

 

Registration

Minerva Summer 2020 Registration

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POSTPONED-2020 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Out of love and care for our Minerva family, we have decided to postpone our spaghetti dinner fundraiser, but hope to be able to reschedule soon! Check back for updates, and in the meantime, stay safe, and stay healthy!

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CANCELLED: Spring Training Workshops 2020

Please note that all workshops for March have been cancelled.

Musical Theater Magic Mini-Series

Actors get the chance to star in a series of Musicals: Each weekend, we create a a mini-musical, using scenes and songs from some of Broadway’s most popular titles. This workshop will allow students to develop their “Triple Threat” status, by honing their skills in musical theater, including acting, singing, and dancing.
Each weekend is a stand-alone workshop, so sign-up for one, some, or all weekends!
Workshop Dates: Saturdays and Sundays 2-5pm, March 7-8, March 14-15, March 21-22, March 28-29, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.
Performances each Sunday at 5pm.

Ages 7 & up.
Workshop Fee: $50 per weekend, or $175 for all four