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B4.14. for children 6- 8 $275.00

Spring Semester I: 5 Sats., 3/15 thru 4/12/14 Two hours: 9-11am.

IMAGINATION: THE SOURCE OF IMPROVISATION. Children naturally play make-believe – the basis of improvisation. In this class, students will be surprised to discover what they can make up on the spur of the moment with whatever is at hand!

B4.15. for children 6-8 $400.00

MARCH SCHOOL VACATION WEEK. March 3/17-3/21, M-F, 9am-3:30pm. THE MAGIC OF MUSICAL THEATRE. (for private and home-school students) A hands-on, high-energy introduction to the musical theatre genre. Students will explore how singing, dancing, and acting can be combined to tell a story through a musical.

For Extended Day Option: please contact the Theatre at 617-879-2252. (3:30-5:00pm: $75 per week)

B4.16. for children 6-8 $400.00

APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK. 4/21-4/25, M-F, 9am-3:30pm.FANTASTIC JOURNEYS! Explores myths and legends through creative play, improvisations, movement, and more! Students will also use visual arts to make set, costume, and prop elements for the stories they create.
For Extended Day Option: please contact the Theatre 617-879-2252 (3:30-5:00pm: $75 per week)

B4.17. for children 6-8 $275.00

Spring Semester II: 5 Sats., 5/3 thru 6/7/14 (No class on 5/24) Two hours: 9-11am.

THE MAGIC OF STORIES: Dynamic favorites from children’s literature are the departure point for magical journeys through space and time. Students will bring simple, clear stories to the stage in this fun introduction to adaptation and dramatization.

C5.16. for youth 9-11 $275.00

Spring Semester I: 5 Sats., 3/15 thru 4/12/14 Two hours: 9-11am.
INTRO TO MOVEMENT FOR ACTORS: Using a variety of physical styles, as well as acute observation, students will learn how actors express a character’s inner life and intentions through movement.

C5.17. for youth 9-11 $275.00

Spring Semester I: 5 Sats., 3/15 thru 4/12/14 Two hours: 11am-1pm.

INTRO TO SHAKESPEARE: While the language may seem strange at first, students will explore the meanings and emotions behind the words in order to bring the text and their characters to life!

C6.11 for youth 9-11 $400.00

MARCH SCHOOL VACATION WEEK.(for home/private schoolers) 3/17-3/21, M-F, 9am-3:30pm. BROADWAY KIDS. A dynamic experience for students who love to sing, dance, and act. Experiencing a variety of song and dance numbers from Broadway musicals, students will develop strong ensemble skills while having a terrific time!
For extended day option (3:30-5pm; $75.00) please contact the Theatre 617-879-2252.

C6.12 $400.00

April School Vacation Week 4/21-4/25, M-F, 9am-3:30pm. LEGEND AND MYTH: WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON. Explores how myths and legends are different from other types of stories and how these tales can provide insight into other cultures. Using the extraordinary travels of Minli in WFT’s spring production as inspiration, students will journey through the genre with scene study, ensemble, work, improvisation, and movement exercises. For extended day option (3:30-5:00pm; $75.00) please contact the Theatre at 617-879-2252.

C6.13. for youth 9-11 $275.00

Spring Semester II: 5 Sats., 5/3 thru 6/7/14 (No class on 5/24). Two hours: 9-11am.

INTRO TO STAGE COMBAT: How does one create the illusion of uncontrolled mayhem on stage? This class focuses on the importance of safety, spatial awareness, and clear communication with fight partners at all times.

C6.14. for youth 9-11 $275.00

Spring Semester II: 5 Sats., 5/3 thru 6/7/14 (No class on 5/24). Two hours: 11am-1pm.

ENSEMBLE ACTING: In many ways, theatre is like a team sport: each participant has a specific part to play, but the combined force of the entire team is what brings great results. Collaborative work on group scenes will help students build their concentration, observation, and focused-listening skills.

D7.16. for 11-15 with BOSTON LYRIC OPERA $200.00

Finding Your Voice: The Complete Singing Actor.
Presented by WFT and Boston Lyric Opera: Two-Day Workshop,
Sat.-Sun., 3/1 & 3/2/14: 11:00am-5:30pm daily.
MUSICAL CHARACTERS: DEVELOPING YOUR VOICE AND PHYSICALITY. Focuses on coordinating the instruments of voice and body to create dynamic musical characters. Students will learn essential warm-up techniques that train body, voice, and mind to work together. Expressive posture, body language, mime, gesture, dance, and correct vocal approach will all be explored in this kinetic approach to musical theatre.

D8.11. for teens 12-15 $275.00

Spring Semester I: Two hours: 11am-1pm: 5 Sats., 3/15 thru 4/12/14. MONOLOGUES AND COLD READINGS. Focuses on making a memorable first impression. Students will each explore a monologue in depth, learn creative approaches to cold readings, and polish their resumes in order to stand out at future auditions.

D8.12. for teens 12-16 $400.00

MARCH SCHOOL VACATION WEEK. 3/17-3/21, M-F, 9am-3:30pm.
POP CULTURE AND POLITICS: MIXING ENTERTAINMENT AND SOCIAL ISSUES. ( for private and home-school students) WFT’s winter production of Hairspray! embeds civil rights issues in a big, bright, musical theatre blowout. How do the two combine? Students will explore how politics and pizzazz can be strange but successful partners, while rehearsing scenes, songs, and choreography from the show.
For extended day options (3:30-5:00; $75) please contact the Theatre at 617-879-2252.

D8.13. for teens 12-16. $400.00

APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK. 4/21-4/25, M-F, 9am-3:30pm.
WORLD THEATRE: ASIA. WFT’s spring production of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, from the book by Grace Lin, is inspired by Asian stories of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man of the Moon. Students will explore how theatrical forms and stories from Asia illuminate the world views and mythologies of Asian cultures.
For extended day options (3:30 - 5:00; $75.) please contact the Theatre at 617-879-2252.

D8.140. Ages 12-16 $325.00

Commonwealth Shakespeare Training for Teens
April 26,27,28, Friday 4:00-8:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-3:30pm.
Masters and Servants: The Study of Status in Shakespeare's Plays. Olivia & Malvolio; Prospero & Caliban; Desdemona & Emilia.
At every turn in Shakespeare's plays are dynamic relationships between masters and their servants. Students will be assigned short scenes from the "Master and Servant" pairing of their choice. In addition to the study of scansion and text analysis, students will learn techniques for understanding and playing status.

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D8.14. for teens 16-18 $275.00

Spring Semester I: Two days: Sat.-Sun., 3/22 & 3/23/14, 10:00am-3:30pm.

SHAKESPEARE AND STAGE COMBAT. With and without weapons, students will enact famous duels and battles from Shakespeare’s plays. The focus will be on juggling—simultaneously—high emotions, safe but credible combat, and a strong connection to the text.

D8.15. for teens 12-15 $275.00

Spring Semester II: Two hours: 11am-1pm: 5 Sats., 5/3 thru 6/7/14 (No class on 5/24).

BROADWAY SONG AND DANCE. An ambitious journey through song and dance numbers from contemporary and classic musicals. Students will explore various ways to balance singing, dancing, and acting a story.

D8.16. ages 11-15 with BOSTON LYRIC OPERA $200.00

Finding Your Voice: The Complete Singing Actor.
Presented by WFT and Boston Lyric Opera: Two-Day Workshop,
Sat.-Sun., 5/17 & 5/18/14: 11:00am-5:30pm daily.
PITCH PERFECT: BRINGING YOUR INDIVIDUAL VOICE TO AUDITIONS AND ROLES. Helps students discover their individual vocal strengths in a supportive, positive, and honest rehearsal space. Participants will identify personal strengths and areas for improvement, assess potential roles for which to audition, and develop confidence in selections from their audition repertoire best suited to their individual voices.

D8.17. for teens 16-18. $275.00

Spring Semester II: Two days: Sat.-Sun., 6/7 & 6/8/14, 10:00am-3:30pm.

AUDITIONING FOR TV AND FILM: THE THOUGHT METHOD. While many elements of the casting process are beyond the actor’s control, the audition is an important exception. Students will learn how to prepare for auditions with the Thought Method, a process used by actors to break down a character’s thoughts from moment to moment. The requirements of different genres will also be explored, including the different adjustments to be made when auditioning for a three-camera TV sitcom versus a feature film.

SU14.B1. ages 6 to 8. $400.00

SUMMER I: JUNE INTENSIVES. BRINGING STORIES TO LIFE.
June 26, 27, 30, July 1, 2, Thurs., Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., 9:00am-3:30pm.
For multi-class discounts or extended day options, please call 617-879-2252.

Takes favorite children’s stories from page to stage. Students will explore how telling stories onstage to an audience is similar to and different from reading a book alone. First and foremost, the goal is to have fun!

SU14.B2.1. for ages 5 to 6. $400.00

THE MAGIC BUS. Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11, 8:30am-3:00pm.
CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND STAGECRAFT. A fun and physical introduction to the building blocks of drama. Students will explore a different theme each week through movement exercises, story reenactments, theatre games, improvisation, role-playing, music, dance and visual arts. Morning work is focused on drama activities, while students work on set, prop, and costume design in the afternoon. Each Friday, family and friends are invited to join the group as they showcase what they have learned that week about the process of theatre-making. Students may enroll for one, two, three, or all four weeks.
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B2.2. for ages 5 to 6. $400.00

SHAKE, RATTLE, & ROLL. Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18, 8:30am-3:00pm.
CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND STAGECRAFT. A fun and physical introduction to the building blocks of drama. Students will explore a different theme each week through movement exercises, story reenactments, theatre games, improvisation, role-playing, music, dance and visual arts. Morning work is focused on drama activities, while students work on set, prop, and costume design in the afternoon. Each Friday, family and friends are invited to join the group as they showcase what they have learned that week about the process of theatre-making. Students may enroll for one, two, three, or all four weeks.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B2.3. for ages 5 to 6. $400.00

PARTY AT THE ZOO! Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25, 8:30am-3:00pm.
CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND STAGECRAFT. A fun and physical introduction to the building blocks of drama. Students will explore a different theme each week through movement exercises, story reenactments, theatre games, improvisation, role-playing, music, dance and visual arts. Morning work is focused on drama activities, while students work on set, prop, and costume design in the afternoon. Each Friday, family and friends are invited to join the group as they showcase what they have learned that week about the process of theatre-making. Students may enroll for one, two, three, or all four weeks.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B2.4. for ages 5 to 6. $400.00

THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF DR. SUESS. Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1, 8:30am-3:00pm.
CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND STAGECRAFT. A fun and physical introduction to the building blocks of drama. Students will explore a different theme each week through movement exercises, story reenactments, theatre games, improvisation, role-playing, music, dance and visual arts. Morning work is focused on drama activities, while students work on set, prop, and costume design in the afternoon. Each Friday, family and friends are invited to join the group as they showcase what they have learned that week about the process of theatre-making. Students may enroll for one, two, three, or all four weeks.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B3. for ages 7 to 8. $1,100.00

ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A CREATIVE DRAMATICS COMPREHENSIVE. Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/25, 9:00am-3:30pm.
A comprehensive three-week curriculum, with each week’s approach designed to build upon previous work both onstage and offstage. Students will explore the story of Alice in Wonderland, developing characters through improvisation, movement, and vocal exercises. They will also design and create set pieces, costumes, and props for their culminating demonstration on Friday, 7/25.
For extended-day options or multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B4. for ages 7 to 8. $400.00

THEY'RE ALIVE! USING COSTUMES, PROPS, AND OTHER VISUAL ELEMENTS TO BRING CHARACTERS TO LIFE. Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1, 9:00am-3:30pm.
An opportunity for students to work with WFT artists and designers to create imaginative visual worlds for the stage. Participants will also investigate how the thoughtful use of visual elements can enhance an actor’s performance.
For extended-day options or multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.B8. for ages 7 to 9. $850.00

SUMMER III: AUGUST INTENSIVES – Monday, 8/4-Friday, 8/15.
CREATING A MINI-MUSICAL. 9:00am-3:30pm. A fast-paced intensive program for young people with previous stage experience. In two weeks, students will advance their acting, singing, and dancing skills while also discovering more about production elements such as set, props, costume, sound and light design. Culminates in a performance-demonstration for families and friends on Friday, August 15th.
For extended day options or multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C0.0. for ages 9 to 11. $400.00

SUMMER I: JUNE INTENSIVES. PLAYMAKING WITH PUPPETS.
June 26, 27, 30, July 1, 2, Thurs., Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., 9:00am-3:30pm.
For extended day options or multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

Offered in collaboration with Puppet Showplace Theatre. An absorbing, hands-on introduction to this ancient and worldwide form of theatre. Students will travel through the universe of puppet types and styles, then build and animate puppet characters of their own.

SU14.C1. for ages 9 to 11. $450.00

SUMMER II: JULY PROGRAMS.
PLAY PRODUCTION 1.
Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/18, 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
A chance to experience the whole theatrical process from beginning to end! Students design, produce, and perform pieces created from dramatic literature for invited guests at the end of each two-week session. Previous experience recommended but not required.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C1.1. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

INVENTING MOVEMENT.
Morning Specialty Workshops: 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. Expands students’ movement vocabularies through exercises and physical improvisations, supports development of body and movement awareness, and encourages observation of other’s mannerisms. Students will learn how actors express a character’s inner life and intentions through movement.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C1.2. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

COMEDY JAM.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. A light-hearted exploration of the intricate, almost mathematical structure of comedy. Students will work on comic scenes, invent comic personalities, and discover what makes an audience laugh.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C1.3. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

INTRO TO VOICE FOR THE ACTOR.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. An initial journey through the various voices that can be produced when using appropriate vocal technique. Students will connect voice to posture, gesture, and full-body movement through improvisation to create vivid characters.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C2.1. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

MONSTERS & HEROES.
Morning Specialty Workshops: 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. Explores early myths and legends from a variety of world cultures. Students will examine and dramatize stories from a range of traditions, learning how to realistically interpret classic tales and larger-than-life characters.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C2.2. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. Bring on the Bard! This class decodes the sometimes perplexing language of Shakespeare, helping students to find meaning, humor, and a variety of other emotions behind the words.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C2.3. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

INTRO TO STAGE COMBAT.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. How does one create the illusion of uncontrolled mayhem on stage? This class focuses on the importance of safety, spatial awareness, and clear communication with fight partners at all times.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C3.1. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

BROADWAY KIDS 1.
Morning Specialty Workshops: 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25
A high-energy class for students who love to sing, dance, and act. Each session focuses on a different selection of song and dance numbers from contemporary and classic musicals, with an emphasis on developing strong ensemble skills and a Broadway-ready professional attitude – so students can choose one or both.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C3.2. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

CREATING FIVE-MINUTE PLAYS.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25. A concise introduction to the playwriting process. Students will build on initial ideas through improvisation, develop scripts, and produce and perform their own original works.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C3.3. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

PUPPET THEATRE.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25. Using found objects, their own imaginations, and craft supplies, students will design and build one-of-a-kind puppet characters. They will also learn how to connect puppet manipulation to visual storytelling, and gain the performance skills needed to bring their creations to life!
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C4. for ages 9 to 11. $450.00

SUMMER II: JULY PROGRAMS.
PLAY PRODUCTION 2.
Monday, 7/21-Friday, 8/1, 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
A chance to experience the whole theatrical process from beginning to end! Students design, produce, and perform pieces created from dramatic literature for invited guests at the end of each two-week session. Previous experience recommended but not required.
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C4.1. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

BROADWAY KIDS 2.
Morning Specialty Workshops: 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. A high-energy class for students who love to sing, dance, and act. Each session focuses on a different selection of song and dance numbers from contemporary and classic musicals, with an emphasis on developing strong ensemble skills and a Broadway-ready professional attitude – so students can choose one or both.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C4.2. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

IMPROV FOR THE ACTOR.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. A variety of fast-paced games and exercises build students’ ability to think on their feet. Participants will learn how to respond calmly, creatively, and quickly to a variety of unexpected situations.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C4.3. for ages 9 to 11. $235.00

ALL ABOUT AUDITIONING.
Afternoon Specialty Workshops: 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Play Production or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. Students will prepare scenes and monologues and learn how to create a compelling resume and head shot. Focuses on the individual actor’s particular strengths.
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.C8. for ages 10 to 14. $850.00

SUMMER III: AUGUST INTENSIVES – Monday, 8/4-Friday, 8/15.
MUSICAL THEATRE: DEVELOPING PERFORMANCE SKILLS. 9:00am-3:45pm. This Youth Advanced Performance Intensive provides a positive educational experience for the young musical theatre student while simulating the “two weeks and up” rehearsal process found at many professional theatre companies. Students will focus on two particular aspects of character development: immersing a character in song and physicalizing a character. The two weeks will culminate in a fully-staged evening presentation of a musical (TBA) on the WFT main stage on Friday, August 15th. BY INVITATION AND/OR AUDITION ONLY.
For audition-only WFT classes, e-mail a note expressing your interest along with a resume that includes your drama training and performance experience to: John Bay, WFT Director of Education, jbay@wheelock.edu.

SU14.D.5.3. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
IMPROV FOR THE ACTOR. Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25. One of an actor’s most valuable tools is the ability in both rehearsals and performances to create new ideas in the moment, on the spot. Students will explore various improv styles and learn new ways to be loose, clear-headed, open, and quick-thinking.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D1.0. for ages 12 to 16. $400.00

SUMMER I: JUNE INTENSIVES. UNLOCKING CHARACTERS THROUGH MOVEMENT.
June 26, 27, 30, July 1, 2, Thurs., Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., 9:00am-3:30pm.
For extended day options or multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

Actors can discover much about their characters through physical improvisations. Explores the different aspects of expressive movement, including physical character work, character analysis, and creating emotion from sensation.

SU14.D2.0. for ages 13 to 18. $400.00

SUMMER I: JUNE INTENSIVES. MUSICAL THEATRE SCENE STUDY.
June 26, 27, 30, July 1, 2, Thurs., Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., 9:00am-3:30pm.

An opportunity for the advanced musical theatre student to further explore the complexity of developing a character in a multitude of musical styles. Drawing from musicals produced by Wheelock Family Theatre—from Beauty and the Beast to Hairspray—students will focus on developing songs, scenes, and production numbers. The five days will culminate in an afternoon workshop presentation on the WFT mainstage.
For audition-only WFT classes, e-mail a note expressing your interest along with a resume that includes your drama training and performance experience to: John Bay, WFT Director of Education, jbay@wheelock.edu.

SU14.D3.0. for ages 12 to 16. $850.00

STORY TROUPERS.
Four weeks: Monday, 7/7-Friday, 8/1, 9:00am-12:00 noon. Story Troupers gives experienced teen performers the opportunity to play a wide range of roles, from outrageous slapstick comedy to serious drama. For the first two weeks, Story Troupers rehearse an original show based upon children’s literature. Troupers then take the show on a two-week tour, performing for young audiences at childcare centers, hospitals, camps, and libraries throughout greater Boston. Troupers also have the opportunity to perform at various Wheelock Family Theatre events during the 2014-2015 season. Previous stage experience, a willingness to take artistic risks, and a four-week morning commitment are necessary. An audition or permission of the instructors is required.
For audition-only WFT classes, e-mail a note expressing your interest along with a resume that includes your drama training and performance experience to: John Bay, WFT Director of Education, jbay@wheelock.edu.

SU14.D3.1. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

MORNING SPECIALTY WORKSHOP: 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
COMEDY IMPROV. Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. Introduces the fundamental skills of comic improvisation. Students learn what makes a scene funny while honing their ability to listen and build upon other actors’ ideas.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D3.2. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
CREATING CHARACTERS I. Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. Examines the essential elements of developing distinctive and believable characters. Exercises, improvs, and theatre games help students make strong performance choices physically, vocally, and emotionally. (Sessions I and II cover different material; students can choose to enroll in one or both.)
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D3.3. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
LABAN MOVEMENT TECHNIQUE. Monday, 7/7-Friday, 7/11. Explores this fascinating technique for breaking down all movements into categories such as direct/indirect, strong/light, free/bound, or sudden/sustained. A challenging way to expand personal movement vocabularies—while getting a terrific workout!
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D4.1. for 12 to 16. $235.00

MORNING SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
ACTING SHAKESPEARE. Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. Focuses on the physicality and poetry a Shakespearean actor needs to make language spring to life and characters to shine. Pre-memorization of a Shakespeare excerpt assigned by the instructor is required.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D4.2. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
CREATING CHARACTERS II. Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. Focuses on interpreting characters from a script. Students learn to identify and overcome their individual actor habits to develop characters who are distinctly different from themselves. (Sessions I and II cover different material; students can choose to enroll in one or both.)
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D4.3. for ages 12 to 16 $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
INTRO TO DIRECTING. Monday, 7/14-Friday, 7/18. What does a director need to know? Explores the fundamentals of directing: choosing material, casting, working with designers, the rehearsal process, and performance.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D5.1. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

MORNING SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
VOCAL TECHNIQUE: FINDING YOUR VOICE. Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25. Emphasizes theatre breath and vocal technical training to achieve supported, confident speaking. Students will also learn how to integrate the voice with the body to enhance physical acting skills.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D5.2. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
BROADWAY SONG & DANCE I. Monday, 7/21-Friday, 7/25. An ambitious one-week journey through song and dance numbers from contemporary and classic musicals. Engages students in the performer’s triple play of acting while dancing and singing. (Sessions I and II cover different material; students can choose one or both.)
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D6.1. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

MORNING SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 9:00am-12:00 noon.
*Can be combined with Afternoon Specialty Workshops for a full-day session.*
SUZUKI AND VIEWPOINTS. Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. Explores two of the most influential approaches to actor training. Tadashi Suzuki’s method uses exercises inspired by Greek theatre and martial arts; Viewpoints, developed by director Anne Bogart and playwright-director Tina Landau, is an improvisation-based technique for examining a play through movement and gesture.
For multi-class discounts, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D6.2. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
BROADWAY SONG & DANCE II. Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. Another ambitious one-week journey through song and dance numbers from contemporary and classic musicals. Engages students in the performer’s triple play of acting while dancing and singing. (Sessions I and II cover different material; students can choose one or both.)
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D6.3. for ages 12 to 16. $235.00

AFTERNOON SPECIALTY WORKSHOP. 12:30-3:30pm.
*Can be combined with Story Troupers or Morning Specialty Workshops for a full-day session*
MEISNER ACTING TECHNIQUE. Monday, 7/28-Friday, 8/1. An introduction to this essential element in an actor’s education. The goal of Meisner technique is to live truthfully under given imaginary circumstances. This class will help students bring the spontaneity of improvisation to work with text.
For multi-class discount, please call 617-879-2252.

SU14.D8. for ages 13 to 18. $850.00

SUMMER III: AUGUST INTENSIVES – Monday, 8/4-Friday, 8/15.
RAISING THE BAR: EXPLORING THE ACTOR'S PROCESS. 12:00-6:30pm. A two-week immersion in advanced theatre training for students committed to deepening their acting skills and knowledge of craft. By studying scenes from outstanding plays through challenging vocal, movement, and character work, students experience the actor’s process in depth. While the focus is on ensemble training, students are given specific individual attention and feedback. Culminates in an “Open Studio” performance-demonstration on the WFT main stage the evening of Friday, August 15th. BY INVITATION AND/OR AUDITION ONLY.
For audition-only WFT classes, e-mail a note expressing your interest along with a resume that includes your drama training and performance experience to: John Bay, WFT Director of Education, jbay@wheelock.edu.