BCT Academy of Performing Arts
Fall 2011 Theatre Classes
Birmingham Children's Theatre is excited to announce the return of the newest addition to our Academy of Performing Arts. Each Fall, children from across the state can enroll in a series of weekly theatre classes taught by our highly-qualified, nuturing instructors of working theatre professionals. Fall theatre classes are available to students in 1st-7th Grade. Also, be sure to check out our week-day theatre classes for Homeschoolers! Exposure to the arts at an early age is proven to maximize learning and development potential, and can oftentimes provide new approaches to learning in other disciplines such as writing, social sciences, history and math. The complete schedule and registration information is below.
2011 Fall Workshop Faculty
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Kevin Faraci Graduated from Birmingham-Southern College with a BA in Musical Theatre. Kevin originated the Lead Vocal role in Cirque de Soleil's ZED and performed as Billy Idol in the 1st National Tour of The Wedding Singer Broadway Musical. Favorite roles: Tony (West Side Story), Dickon (The Secret Garden), Toby (Sweeney Todd) |
Melissa Blatherwick Graduated from Shenandoah Conservatory with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Melissa has worked professionally since 2002 in Regional Theaters across the U.S. and as a lead vocalist on some of the world's largest cruise ships. Favorite roles: Helen Keller (The Miracle Worker), Patsy (Crazy For You) |
2011 Fall Homeschooler Registration - Weekday Series
Your Homeschooler can supplement their education and broaden their horizons as they rely on imagination, creativity and the five senses. Storytelling, dancing, reading and socializing serve as the core theatre curriculum for each class. Maximum 16 students per class. No audition required.
Meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 27 to October 13, 2011, 1:30-3:30pm in BCT's BJCC performance spaces.
Tuition: $175.00
Class Levels: Primary (1st & 2nd Graders); Ensemble (3rd & 4th Graders); Supporting (5th, 6th & 7th Graders)
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 12, 2011
To Register: Download the application HERE and return it by mail or fax. You may also call Stephen Pierce at 205-458-8185 or e-mail Dane Peterson for detailed information.
2011 Fall Registration - Saturday Series
Your child can supplement their education and broaden their horizons as they rely on imagination, creativity and the five senses. Storytelling, dancing, reading and socializing serve as the core theatre curriculum for each class. Maximum 16 students per class. No audition required.
Meets: Saturdays, September 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2011, 10:00am-12:30pm in BCT's BJCC performance spaces.
Tuition: $175.00
Class Levels: Primary (1st & 2nd Graders); Ensemble (3rd & 4th Graders); Supporting (5th, 6th & 7th Graders)
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 12, 2011
To Register: Download the application HERE and return it by mail or fax. You may also call Stephen Pierce at 205-458-8185 or e-mail Dane Peterson for detailed information.
About the Academy
BCT Academy at the Birmingham Children's Theatre, one of the nation's oldest and largest professional theaters for children, draws on a six decade legacy of educating and entertaining over twelve million children. Our curriculum instills fundamental childhood growth skills: teamwork, interpersonal communication, reading, comprehension, self-confidence, self-discipline and leadership; while fostering creativity, imagination and a playful curiosity. Academy instructors are highly qualified, working theatre professionals. Class enrollments are limited to ensure that your child will have access to one-on-one instruction. BCT Academy sessions culminate with a performance piece involving every child.
