The Spring Session runs March 22nd through May 17th, with no classes on Saturday April 5th.
Classes
Winter Registration closed on January 11th.
Spring Registration closes March 15th.
Please note - there are no classes on Saturday April 5th.
BROADWAY BASICS GRADE 6th – 8th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 9:00AM – 10:00AM | MARCH 22 & 29, APRIL 12 – 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!
*Please note there are no classes Saturday, April 5th.
INTRO TO THEATRE DESIGN GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 10:15AM – 11:15AM | MARCH 22 & 29, APRIL 12 – MAY 17
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.
*Please note there are no classes Saturday, April 5th.
IMPROV FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL GRADE 6th – 12th | COST: $125
SATURDAYS | 11:30AM – 12:30PM | MARCH 22 & 29, APRIL 12 – MAY 17
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.
*Please note there are no classes Saturday, April 5th.
TITLE TBA: BROADWAY REVUE | SPRING PRODUCTION CLASS
*Production rights pending – title subject to change*
Grade 3rd – 12th | COST: $300
Students enrolled in our springproduction class will have a fully produced, OCP production experience. This all-youth cast will audition, rehearse, and perform this Broadway revue filled with songs we all know and love. Below is an overview of the rehearsal schedule:
Auditions: Sunday, March 16 | 1:00 – 5:00pm Week 1: Tuesday, March 18 & Thursday, March 20 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 2: Tuesday, March 25 & Thursday, March 27 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 3: Tuesday, April 1 & Thursday, April 3 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 4: Tuesday, April 8 & Thursday, April 10 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 5: Tuesday, April 15 & Thursday, April 17 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 6: Tuesday, April 22 & Thursday, April 24 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 7: Tuesday, April 29 & Thursday, May 1 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 8: Tuesday, May 6 & Thursday, May 8 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 9: Tuesday, May 13 & Thursday, May 15 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 10: Tuesday, May 20 & Thursday, May 22 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 11: Tuesday, May 27 & Thursday, May 29 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 12: Tuesday, June 3 & Thursday, June 5 | 5:00 – 7:00pm Week 13: Monday, June 9 – Friday, June 13 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm *No conflicts allowed this week
Week 14 – Tech Week: *No conflicts allowed this week
Sunday, June 15 | 2:00 – 6:30 pm
Monday, June 16 & Tuesday, June 17 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Wednesday, June 18 | 6:30 – 9:00 pm *Preview Night for Sponsors Performances:
Thursday, June 19 | Performance #1 | 6:30 – 9:00pm
Friday, June 20 | Performance #2 | 6:30 – 9:00pm
Saturday, June 21 | Performance #3 | 1:00 – 3:30pm
Saturday, June 21 | Performance #4 | 6:30 – 9:00pm
Sunday, June 22 | Performance #5 | 1:00 – 3:30pm
Registration closes one week before the date of the workshop.
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!
PLAY IN A DAY APRIL GRADE 2nd – 6th | COST: $50
FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM (PERFORMANCE AT 4:00) | APRIL 18
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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