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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

Please register for one or more workshops below.
  • Please fill out a registration form for each student.
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Winter Production: Clockwork

Minerva Arts Center is pleased to announce our winter 2020 production of “Clockwork”

February 14th at 7 p.m.
February 15th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets: Adults $7
Students and seniors: $5
6 and under free

Where: First Congregational Church

906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.

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

 

 

Winter Production

Winter Play

Actors from Grades 1 and up are invited to join us for this exciting Performance Workshop, which culminates in a full-length staged production from classic literature (play tbd).
Workshop rehearsals will be held at the First Congregational Church, located at 906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.
Workshop will begin January 11th and performances are February 14th and 15th.
Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday afternoons from 1 PM to 5 PM and Sunday afternoons from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Rehearsal dates are as follows: Jan 11th, 12th, 18th 19th, 20th*, 25th, 26th, Feb 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th. (Tech week Feb. 10th-13th TBD)
*Monday January 20th MLK Day rehearsal 12-5pm.
Grades 1st – 12th
Performances: Friday, February 14th at 7pm, and Saturday, February 15th at 2pm & 7pm.
Tuition: $275
Lead Teaching Artist: Cassandra Vallieres
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email:   Jennifer at info@minervaartscenter.org

Winter 2020

Please register for one or more workshops below.
  • Please fill out a registration form for each student.
    Full and partial scholarships available to inquire contact Jennifer at 413-884-0050 or info@minervaartscenter.org.
  • Price: $275.00
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Spring Training Workshops 2019

Have fun and hone your skills in one of these exciting workshops.  Great for new or experienced actors, these workshops focus on technique and training.

Die Laughing: Combat & Clown for the Whole Family

A great way to spend an April “Stay-Cation” with the whole family!  Parents and Children play together while learning the basics of hand-to-hand stage combat, as well as basic clown technique, from a master of Commedia dell’arte.

We welcome any number of attendees from each family.

Workshop Dates:  Monday – Friday 10am-3pm, April 15 – 19, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.  There will be a one hour lunch break each day from 12-1pm.  Workshop attendees are welcome to stay for the hour, or if you need to run an errand, you can do that too 🙂

Ages 7 & up.

Workshop Fee: $200 first attendee per family, $175 for second attendee, $150 each additional attendee.

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 9-10, March 16-17, March 23-24, March 30-31, 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

 Once Upon a Time… Spring Session

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!

Workshop dates: Saturdays 10am-12pm, March 9 – March 30, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performance March 30th at 12pm.

Pre-K and Kindergarten (Ages 3 & up)

Workshop Fee: $60

Summer 2019

Join us throughout the summer for nine full weeks of summer fun with Minerva!

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!
Workshop dates: Mon – Fri, 12:00 – 5:00pm, June 17 – June 21, Eclipse Mill, 243 Union St, North Adams.
Performance: June 21st at 5:00 PM
Ages 7 & up
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.

Workshop Dates:  Mon – Fri 12:00 – 5:00pm, June 24 – June 28, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Ages 7 & up

Workshop Fee: $175

Filmmaking

Students create an original short film from concept to screen in this two-week intensive workshop.  A great workshop for students who are interested in writing, directing, design and technical elements, as well as acting.

Workshop Dates:  Mon – Fri 12:00 – 5:00pm, July 1 – July 12*, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

*No Class Thursday 7/4

Ages 7 & up
Workshop Fee: $350

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 in voice and choreography elements of a performance piece, with individual, duets, and ensemble numbers.

Workshop Dates:  Mon – Fri 12:00 – 5:00pm, July 15 – July 19, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performance: July 19th @ 7pm

Ages 7 & up

Workshop Fee: $175

Little 2 Big Presents… The Little Mermaid

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.

Workshop Dates:  Mon – Fri 12:00 – 5:00pm, July 22 – August 10, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performances: Friday, 8/9 at 11am & 7pm and Saturday, 8/10 at 2pm

Ages 7 & up

Workshop Fee: $525

The Ghosts of Shakespeare

Come play in the magical worlds of Shakespeare…the monsters, the spirits, and the shadows of the night. Oh my!
We will explore the ghostly characters and scenes throughout Shakespeare’s works. Creating a piece of theater that haunts, tickles, and illuminates the audience. More importantly the self as you gain further understanding of classic technique mixed with playful character exploration. Are you ready to get spooky?!

Workshop Dates:  Mon – Fri 12:00 – 5:00pm, August 12 – August 16, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Ages 7 & up
Workshop Fee: $175

Once Upon a Time… Summer Session

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!

Workshop dates: Mon – Fri 10am-2pm, August 12 – 16, at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performance: August 16th at 2pm.

Pre-K and Kindergarten (Ages 3 & up)

Workshop Fee: $150

Fall Musical 2019

Actors from Grades 1 and up are invited to join us for this exciting Performance Workshop, which culminates in a full-length musical production.
Workshop rehearsals will be held at the First Congregational Church, located at 906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.
Workshop will begin October 19th and performances are November 22nd & 23.
Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday afternoons from 1 PM to 5 PM and Sunday afternoons from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Rehearsal dates are as follows: Oct 19th, 20th, 26th, 27th, Nov 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 11th*, 16th, 17th. (Tech week Nov 18th-21st TBD)
*Monday, November 11th Veterans Day rehearsal 12-5pm.
Grades 1st – 12th
Tuition: $275

2019 Community Theater

We have big plans for 2019, with multiple opportunities for actors in our community, ages 17 & up to get involved, including Dinner Theater, Musical Theater, and a Valentine’s Day Cabaret! Please email us: info@minervaartscenter.org if you are interested in performing in one or more of our upcoming shows.