Musical Theater Creative Process
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.
The Minerva Arts Center Presents…
Join us for a fun-filled evening of food, music, murder, and mystery!
Based on the popular board game, we invite you to “Play the game to win!”
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Individual seats are available for $35 each, which includes the Show and Dinner. Full tables (6 Seats) are available at a discount ($180 or $30 each).
Doors open at 6pm at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown, 906 Main St
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:
- Dinner provided by The Williams Inn
- Wine by Draper’s Wine & Spirits
- Grand Prize: A Thanksgiving Centerpiece by Mt. Williams Greenhouse
- Additional Prizes by:
- The Freight Yard Pub
- Brazeau’s Butcher Shop
- and more!
Clue: The Musical and Dinner!
Fall Musical – Ages 7 -12
Minerva Arts Center offers a Fall Theatre Arts Workshop for “just the Littles.” Students ages 7 – 12 have the opportunity to perform in their own musical!Workshop rehearsals will be held at the First Congregational Church, located at 906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.
Workshop will begin October 1st and performances are October 26th and 27th.
Workshop will begin October 1st and performances are October 26th and 27th.
Rehearsals are scheduled for afternoons, Mon-Thurs from 3 PM to 5 PM.
Rehearsal dates are as follows: Oct 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 8th*, 9th, 10th, 11th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th*, 25th*.
*Monday Oct. 8th Columbus Day rehearsal 12-5pm. (Tech week October 24th & 25th TBD)
Ages 7 – 12
Tuition: $275
Lead Teaching Artist: Chris Beaulieu
Creative Team: Laurie Brenner, Jennifer Y Howard, Nicole Rizzo, Cassandra Vallieres
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email: Jennifer at info@minervaartscenter.org
Fall Musical – Ages 13 & Up
Minerva Arts Center offers a Fall Theatre Arts Workshop for “big kids” of all ages, 13 and up!Please RSVP early so we can pick a show appropriate for the cast size, ages, and talents!
Workshop rehearsals will be held at the First Congregational Church, located at 906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.
Workshop will begin October 13th and performances are November 16th and November 17th.
Workshop will begin October 13th and performances are November 16th and November 17th.
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 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th, Nov. 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 12th*. (Tech week Nov. 13th – 17th TBD)
*Monday Nov. 12th Veteran’s Day rehearsal 12-5pm.
Ages 13 and up
Tuition: $275
Lead Teaching Artist: Cassandra Vallieres
Creative Team: Laurie Brenner, Jennifer Y Howard, Nicole Rizzo, Chris Beaulieu
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email: Jennifer at info@minervaartscenter.org
BUILD THE MAC Community Meeting
The public is invited to attend an “open house” meeting Thursday, May 3rd, 2018, to hear about the “BUILD THE MAC” plan to create a multi-use performing arts facility in Northern Berkshire County.
WHERE: Orchards Hotel, 222 Adams Rd, Williamstown
WHEN: 6:00-7:00pm, Thursday, May 3rd
WHAT: A short presentation at 6:30, followed by a question and answer session.
Light refreshments will be served.
Thank you to our sponsors for this event:
Orchards Hotel and Print Shop Williamstown