The Winter Session runs January 18th through March 8th.
Classes
Registration closes January 11th
BROADWAY BASICS GRADE 6th – 8th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 9:00AM – 10:00AM | JANUARY 18 – MARCH 8
All experience levels in grades 6th – 8th are invited to join us for Broadway Basics! Students will engage in scene work and learning choreography. Learners will get a glimpse into musical theatre history & bring iconic characters to life. Students will perform their piece at the final showcase. Acting, singing, dancing – they’ll do it all this session at OCP!
INTRO TO THEATRE DESIGN GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 10:00AM – 11:00AM | JANUARY 18 – MARCH 8
In this eight-week class, students will work to design costumes, sets, makeup, and a show poster for a classic story with a twist. Before jumping into their own creations, students will visit OCP’s costume shop, scene shop, and both of our performance spaces to learn about how productions come to life. The class is perfect for the creative student in your life! Friends and family are invited for a special presentation of their creations during the last class of the session.
IMPROV FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 11:00AM – 12:00PM | JANUARY 18 – MARCH 8
Improv is more than just thinking on your feet! All experience levels in 6th – 12th grade are welcome in this introduction to the art of improvisation. Through games & exercises, students will learn the rules of improv, how to set up & finish a scene, and how to tell a story in the middle. Family & friends are invited to attend the last class of the session.
Registration closes one week before the date of the workshop.
SHAKESPEARE IN SIXTY SECONDS GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $25
SATURDAY | 9:00AM – 11:00AM | DECEMBER 14
In this two-hour workshop, students will dive into Shakespeare’s most famous works. Students will engage in exercises to better understand the language and rhythm of his words, and they’ll be assigned a play to break down into sixty seconds worth of material. It’ll be a fun, frenzied, Shakespearean day!
JUST DANCE! GRADE 4th – 12th | COST: $35
SATURDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | DECEMBER 14
All ages and experience levels are welcome to Just Dance! Students will be broken up into age groups and spend the morning rotating through different styles of dance. They’ll learn technique and short combinations in various styles. No previous dance training and no dance attire is required.
PLAY IN A DAY JANUARY GRADE 2nd – 6th | COST: $50
MONDAY| 9:00AM – 4:00PM (PERFORMANCE AT 4:00) | JANUARY 20
Students enrolled in Play in a Day will learn an entire play in just one day! Actors will spend the day auditioning and rehearsing all in preparation to perform their show at the end of camp. Through theatre games & exercises, students will learn valuable performance and life skills. Each Play in a day is different, join us for more than one!
PLAY IN A DAY FEBRUARY GRADE 2nd – 6th | COST: $50
FRIDAY| 9:00AM – 4:00PM (PERFORMANCE AT 4:00) | FEBRUARY 14
Students enrolled in Play in a Day will learn an entire play in just one day! Actors will spend the day auditioning and rehearsing all in preparation to perform their show at the end of camp. Through theatre games & exercises, students will learn valuable performance and life skills. Each Play in a day is different, join us for more than one!
YOUTH AUDITION WORKSHOP | SPRING PRODUCTION CLASS GRADE 2nd – 12th | COST: FREE
SATURDAY | 10:00AM – 12:00PM | MARCH 15
Students enrolled in the spring production class are invited to join us for this free workshop! During the workshop, actors will receive guidance and feedback on audition materials and leave with an understanding of what to expect at auditions. All actors will leave with a song and sheet music for their audition. While this workshop is free, pre-registration is required! *All students registered for the spring production class WILL be cast in the show. All students who audition must be registered. *
THE WORLD OF HAIRSPRAY GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $35
SATURDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | MARCH 15
Students enrolled in this workshop will spend the day immersed in the music, choreography, and story of Hairspray! Through music, choreography, and design the world of Hairspray will come to life.
PLAY IN A DAY MARCH GRADE 2nd – 6th | COST: $50
FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM (PERFORMANCE AT 4:00) | MARCH 28
Students enrolled in Play in a Day will learn an entire play in just one day! Actors will spend the day auditioning and rehearsing all in preparation to perform their show at the end of camp. Through theatre games & exercises, students will learn valuable performance and life skills. Each Play in a day is different, join us for more than one!
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.
In the effort to make theatre education as accessible as possible, in addition to scholarships, we also offer multi-class & sibling discounts. These are automatically applied at checkout.
FAQ
What time should I arrive?
Students may arrive up to ten minutes early for their class.
What if a student needs to miss a class?
That's okay! We know "life" happens. Please note, refunds cannot be made for missed classes.
May parents sit in and watch the class?
In order to help students let go of their inhibitions and develop a strong stage presence, we ask parents not to stay and watch their child in class, as it is often disruptive to the students.
What time should I pick up my child?
Classes are one-hour and your student's class end time will be listed in your confirmation email. A late penalty of $25 per each extra 10 minutes after the class end time will be imposed.
Will there be a performance at the end of classes?
Each individual class description will have information about performances, if applicable. Some classes perform at the Final Showcase, others have an informal final class performance, and others do not have a performance at all. If a performance is planned, it is intended to be very informal and almost always done without lights, sets, props or costumes.
Policies
Refunds
If you would like to cancel your student’s registration, you may do so through our ACTIVE registration system. A full refund will be issued minus a $5 processing fee for cancellations made within one week of the program’s first day. No refunds after this point, only credit toward tuition of a future class, camp or workshop within a year of the cancellation, minus a $5 processing fee. 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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