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Once Upon a Time… Spring Session II

A great introduction to the world of theatre for students age 3-6yo! 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 full of great characters!

Workshop dates: Tuesdays, April 24th – May 15th, 2018 
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performance: 
May 15th at 5:00 PM

Ages 3 – 6

Workshop Fee: $75

Filed Under: Spring II 2018

Musical Theater Magic Mini-Series

By popular demand!  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 3rd & 4th, March 10th & 11th, March 17th & 18th, March 24th & 25th, 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!

 

Filed Under: Spring 2018

An Actor’s Around the World: Musical Theatre

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: June 18th through June 22nd, 2017
12:00 – 5:00 PM, Eclipse Mill, 243 Union St, North Adams.
Performance: 
June 22nd at 5:00 PM
Ages 7 & up
Workshop Fee: $175

Filed Under: Summer 2018

Filmmaking Workshop

Students create an original short film from concept to screen in this two-week intensive workshop.
Workshop dates: July 2nd through July 13th, 2018

12:00 to 5:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.  There will be no class on Wednesday, July 4th.
Ages 7 and up.

Workshop fee: $350

Filed Under: Summer 2018

THE 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: July 16th through July 20th, 2018
12:00 to 5:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.
Performance: July 20th at 7PM
Ages 7 and up.
Workshop fee: $175

Filed Under: Summer 2018

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.
Workshop dates:  July 23rd through August 11th, 2018
12:00 to 5:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.
Performances:
August 10th at 11AM & 7PM
August 11th at 2 PM
Ages 7 and up.
Workshop fee: $525

Filed Under: Summer 2018

Once Upon a Time… Summer Session

A great introduction to the world of theatre for students age 3-6yo! 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 full of great characters!
Workshop dates: August 13th through August 17th, 2018
10:00 to 2:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.
Performance: 
August 17th at 2:00 PM
Ages 3 – 6
Workshop Fee: $150

Filed Under: Minerva Art Center News, Summer 2018

The Minerva Minstrels Youth Chorale Workshop

Minerva Arts Center announces fall workshop program to unite youth in song. The Minerva Minstrels will provide instructional lessons to the school age youth within the community in music literacy and vocal technique by providing an opportunity for performance and to express and pursue the aesthetic value and interest in choral pedagogy.

Session 1  Trebles Grades 1 through 6    Saturdays  9:30 AM to 10:15 AM

Dates:  October 3rd, 17th, 24th, 31st, November 7th.  Dress rehearsal November 12th. Performances November 13th and 14th.

Tuition: $120

Session 2 Euphony  Grades 7 through 12   Saturdays 10:30 AM to 12 PM  

Dates:  October 3rd, 17th, 24th, 31st, November 7th.  Dress rehearsal November 12th. Performances November 13th and 14th.

Tuition: $150

Directed by Kate Caton and Laurie Brenner

Questions or for information on tuition assistance Kathy at minervaartscenter@gmail.com

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Filed Under: Fall 2015

The Harry Potter Story

Minerva Arts Center offers a Fall Theatre Arts Workshop presenting “The Harry Potter Story” an original adaptation based on the book by J.K. Rowling. Workshop rehearsals will be held at the First Congregational Church, located at 906 Main St. Williamstown, MA.  Workshop will begin October 3rd and performances are November 13th and November 14th.
Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday afternoons from 2 PM to 5 PM and Sunday afternoons from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Rehearsal dates are as follows: Oct 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 24th, 25th, 31st, Nov.1st, 7th, 8th. (Tech week TBD) Thursday Nov. 12th Dress Rehearsal.
Ages 7 and up
Tuition: $225
Director: Cassandra Vallieres
Producer: Kathy O’Mara
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email:   Kathy at minervaartscenter@gmail.com

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Filed Under: Fall 2015

Aladdin

LITTLE TO BIG PRESENTS…ALADDIN!

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: July 27th through August 13th, 2015

Noon to 5 PM at The First Congregational Church of Williamstown.

Performances:

August 14th at 11AM & 7PM

August 15th at 3pm

Ages 6 and up.

Workshop fee: $525

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Filed Under: Summer 2015, Workshops

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