The Winter Session runs January 13th through March 8th.
Winter Classes
Registration closes one week before the first day of class.
ENCORE! AGES 50+ | COST: FREE
MONDAYS | 10:00AM – 11:00AM | JANUARY 13 – MARCH 3
MONDAYS | 5:30PM – 6:30PM | JANUARY 13 – MARCH 3
In Encore!, senior adults will learn the ins and outs of acting, playwriting, directing, and improv. With a host of life experiences, students in this class will have the opportunity to share their own stories and write original monologues which they’ll perform. There will be a final showcase the evening of our last session; family & friends are invited to attend.
FINAL PERFORMANCE: MARCH 3 @ 6:30PM
Encore! classes are supported by Immanuel Vision Foundation.
VOICE FOR THE STAGE AGES 19+ | COST: $125
MONDAYS | 6:30PM – 7:30PM | JANUARY 13 – MARCH 3
One of the most important tools for an actor is their voice! In this class, students will extend their knowledge of their own voice and its capabilities through movement, breathwork, and using the body as a helpful tool in speech. Students will also study accents and character voices, as well as use scenes and monologues to help put their new skills into practice. There will also be study on how to take care of the voice. All experience levels are welcome!
INTRO TO ACTING AGES 19+ | COST: $125
TUESDAYS | 6:30PM – 7:30PM | JANUARY 14 – MARCH 4
Intro to Acting is a class designed for adults at the start of their acting journey or actors who want to revisit the art. Through scene study, improv, and various acting exercises, actors will be immersed in character study & creation. This class is a safe space to try something new!
DANCE STYLES FOR ADULTS AGE 19+ | COST: $125
WEDNESDAYS | 5:30PM – 6:30PM | JANUARY 15 – MARCH 5
Dance Styles is open to beginner adults ready to explore the world of dance! Students will be introduced to multiple dance styles like ballet, jazz, musical theatre, and tap. This class is a safe space to learn and move.
IMPROV FOR ADULTS AGES 19+ | COST: $125
WEDNESDAYS | 6:30PM – 7:30PM | JANUARY 15 – MARCH 5
Actors 19 and up will expand their knowledge of improv and hone their skills under the guidance of an instructor. All experience levels are welcome as the class will begin with the introductory elements of the craft.
AUDITION SEASON PREP AGES 19+ | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 1:30PM – 2:30PM | JANUARY 18 – MARCH 8
Audition Season is coming up fast! Let’s get you prepared for all the auditions coming up throughout Omaha. In this eight-week class we will select music pieces personalized for you, go over acting choices for those pieces, prepare your music for the accompanist, tips for cold reading, AND practice dance auditions. Our last day of class we will have a mock audition with feedback from directors in the area.
NAIL YOUR DANCE CALL AGES 19+ | COST: $25 per workshop, $75 if you sign up for all four
SATURDAYS | 2:30PM – 4:00PM | JANUARY 18, JANUARY 25, FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 22
In this new dance workshop, you will work on your technique, phrase retention, and stage presence all while learning original Broadway choreography. This class is led by Omaha choreographer and OCP’s Director of Education, Madison Roman. Choose a couple classes to drop in or book the entire series at a discount! The numbers that we will be learning are as follows:
JANUARY 18: “All That Jazz” from Chicago, choreography by Bob Fosse JANUARY 25: “I Hope I Get It” from A Chorus Line, choreography by Michael Bennet
FEBRUARY 1: “My Shot” from Hamilton, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler
FEBRUARY 22: “Anything Goes” from Anything Goes, choreography by Kathleen Marshall
The Shirlee & Henry Fonda Theatre Academy is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have access to arts education. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please fill out our online application. The Director of Education will respond to your application as soon as possible.
FAQ
What time should I arrive?
Adult students can arrive up to ten minutes before their class begins. They should enter through the stage door behind the building. A teaching artist will be there to let you in.
What if a student needs to miss a class?
We understand life happens! You do not need to let us know if you'll miss a class. Refunds cannot be made for missed classes.
May others sit in and watch the class?
Adult classes are closed to the public.
Will there be a performance at the end of classes?
All class descriptions contain information about final presentations. Some classes have a sharing day on the last day of class for family and friends that may wish to observe. Not every class will present a play or other performance on sharing day. If a performance is planned for sharing day, it is intended to be very informal and almost always done without lights, sets, props or costumes.
Policies
Refunds
Any requests for changes or refunds must be made in writing at least one week prior to your first class or camp. A full refund will be issued minus a $5 processing fee. No refunds after this point, only credit toward tuition of a future class, camp or workshop within a year of the cancellation. No exceptions for injury or illness.
Cancellation of Class
If your class or workshop is canceled, you will have the choice of a full refund (no processing fee charge) or a credit toward a future class or workshop.
Behavior: In order to ensure students derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from the classroom experience, students who become disruptive or disrespectful will be removed from class with no refund of tuition.
Photo & Video Release
Omaha Community Playhouse often takes photographs and video during events for use in brochures and the web. By registering you agree that OCP may use any image of you or your child that might appear in photographs or video taken at OCP.
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