Academy

Spokane Civic Theatre Academy offers classes and camps all year round!

Our fall, winter and spring classes for ages 4 - adult (you're never too old!) run eight weeks beginning around the last week of September, the last week of January and the second week of April.

We also have summer camps for all students, from those just entering kindergarten to those just graduating high school.

Whether you're a seasoned Civic Theatre actor or you've never before set foot inside a theatre, we have a class that's right for you.

2012 Spring Academy Classes

Eight-week classes begin April 16, 2012 and end on June 12, 2012:

Stop! Imagination at Work! Age PreK–K

Course #122-11-10 Mon. 4:15 – 5:00 P.M. Fee: $80
Join us as we visit far-away lands, meet magical beings, slay evil dragons, walk through mud and fire, discover the most undiscoverable of treasures, and conquer the world’s mightiest villains. The Academy stage is the portal to the ends of the earth and beyond, all brought to life by the greatest weapon of all: your child’s imagination! Instructor: Karla Morrison

Snow White Grades 1 – 3

Course #122-22-10 Mon. 5:15 – 6:15 P.M. Fee: $85
Instructor: Lauren Waterbury
Course #122-22-20 Tue. 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. Fee: $85
Instructor: Chris Taylor
Course # 122-22-30 Wed. 5:15 - 6:15 P.M. Fee $85
Instructor: Chris Taylor
Only one can be the fairest of them all! The dark queen will stop at nothing to poison the fair maiden and take her place as the loveliest creature in the world. When Snow White is tricked into eating the tainted apple and falls into a deep sleep, all appears lost. But with a “little” help from seven brave souls and some loveable forest animals, they once again prove that kindness and caring will always triumph over greed and jealousy.

Star Wars!! Grades 4 – 6

Course #122-33-10 Thurs. 5:15 – 6:15 P.M. Fee: $85
Course #122-33-20 Thurs. 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. Fee: $85
The timeless classic comes to life at the Spokane Civic Theatre Academy. The evil galactic empire conquers all in its path. But the heroic rebel alliance won’t go down without a fight. It’s a struggle for the ages. Little do they both know that the fate of their conflict rests in the hands of a select few individuals. Will they help the rebels, or aid the empire? Instructor: Chris Taylor

Broadway Blockbuster Singout Returns Grades 7 – Adult

Course #122-47-10 Tues: 5:15 – 6:15 P.M. Fee: $85
Learn how to sing in many styles from belting to legit to character voices by singing some of the biggest and best show tunes from the world of musical theatre! Work as an ensemble with the chance to get cast for some solo work. This class will culminate in a cabaret for your friends and family. Instructor: Ben Bentler

NEW Saturday Morning Play Workshops
Alice in Wonderland Grades 1-3 Course# 122-22-40 Saturday

9:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. Fee $85
Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Grades 4-6 Course
#122-22-50 Saturday 10:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Fee $85
Two of the Spokane Civic Theatre’s most popular academy plays return for a special weekend class. Take a break from the usual Saturday television cartoons and join us on the stage as we bring your passion and creativity to life. Alice in Wonderland is back by popular demand and Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe returns to take you on the greatest journey of all: the journey into the imagination. Instructor: Chris Taylor

The Actor’s Imaginarium Grades 7–12

Course #122-45-10 Wed. 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. Fee $85
This imaginative and captivating class will take you on countless journeys to some of the most enchanted plays ever written. Join us each week for a new adventure as we travel to the worlds of J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), C.S. Lewis (Narnia), and J.R.R. Tolken (Lord of the Rings) to name a few. In this class you will learn to use 21st century acting techniques to acclimate you to the given circumstances of these fantastical times. Instructor: Chris Taylor

Stage Combat Ages 10 – Adult

Course #122-38-19 Sat. 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Fee: $85
Beginning students will learn the basics of hand-to-hand stage combat while advanced students develop their armed combat skills. Please note this is a right-handed course. Left-handed people are welcome but for safety reasons must use right-handed techniques. Students will be assigned instruction based on instructor’s assessment of skill level. All new students must master hand-to-hand techniques before beginning armed combat. Instructor: Bryan Durbin

Small Group Voice Training

Grades 4 – 6 Course #122-34-10 Sat. 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Fee: $85
Ages 15 – Adult Course #122-58-20 Sat. 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. Fee: $125
Develop the fundamentals of singing in a supportive, small group. Singers and actors of all skill levels will discover and improve their strengths as vocalists. Instructor: Darnelle Preston

Download the Spokane Civic Theatre Spring Academy registration form.

So come join us as we have fun making friends and putting on a show.  Get ready to discover your own talent!

For more information, contact Chris Taylor, Director of Education, at 509-325-2507 x406 or email Chris@SpokaneCivicTheatre.com

Sponsored in part by:

The Klaue Family Foundation

The Welty Foundation