Winter 2021 virtual classes
for ages 4 – 18!
We invite your young ones to continue playing, creating, and forming lifelong friendships this winter. In addition to creating characters and scripts, young actors have opportunities to produce their own work. Each class has a focus that varies from musical theater to sketch, improv, scene study, film/TV, and more, but are all rooted in the Atlantic Technique.
COVID-19 Update:
We are thrilled to finally be returning to the classroom this fall! In order to safeguard the health of our entire community, we are requiring Covid-19 vaccinations for all incoming and returning students ages 12 and up, as well as all Atlantic employees, no later than August 30, 2021 (with a final vaccination dose no later than August 16, 2021). And all of our facilities have been upgraded to meet and/or exceed air filtration standards as recommended by the CDC.
We are also closely monitoring fellow arts organizations as well as the Department of Education’s Covid-19 protocols for studio spaces and classrooms. Our studios will mirror those recommendations come October in terms of social distancing, mask wearing, etc. We will provide a comprehensive update to these policies in September. Stay tuned! Also, please note that we will not be holding in-studio performances for our kids and teens classes this fall, but will be providing a filmed version of many final shares for families to enjoy on their own time!
Questions? Feel free to email us at education@atlantictheater.org.
Testimonials
“I just wanted to thank Atlantic Acting School for offering your camps remotely this summer. Your camp has meant the world to our daughter not only because she loves dancing and acting but because the teachers have done such a great job including all the kids. She’s really come out of her shell again.”
– Annie Judah-Shannon, Parent
“Thank you so much for the incredible experience you provided for my daughter. Being in rural south Georgia, there are very few options for her to work on and improve on her passion for acting. And to be able to do it remotely through one of the best theater companies in the country was surreal and wonderful, for her and for us as her parents.”
– Parent
Ages 4-5
Performers: Story & Song
jan 20 – mar 17, 2021 | wednesdays, 4pm – 4:45pm ET
No class on feb 17
Through creative play, interactive sing-alongs, improvisation and movement games, the children will create their own original performance piece, inspired by a classic or beloved storybook with a musical director. Your kids should be ready to have lots of silly fun.
Ages 6-8
COMEDY: MAKE ME LAUGH
JAN 19 – MAR 16, 2021 | TUEsDAYS, 4Pm – 5Pm ET
No class on FEB 16
This comedy class is dedicated to writing jokes and short stories. Participants will play acting games to warm up and will get specific writing prompts. Over the semester, each actor will build their comedy playbook. The goal will be to make their teacher and fellow comedians laugh!
ON CAMERA BASICS: MONOLOGUES
jan 22 – mar 26, 2021 | FRIDAYS, 4pm – 5:30pm ET
NO CLASS ON feb 12 & Feb 19
An introduction to the fundamentals of performing and acting for the camera will be covered in this class. From framing to the nuances of expression. Participants will be assigned short monologue text, coached, and directed. They will get direction from their teacher to develop a strong performance. A great class for the young performer who is looking to gain experience in front of the camera.
CREATORS PLAYWRITING: MINI-PLAY
JAN 20 – MAR 17, 2021 | WEDNESDAYS, 4PM – 5:30pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 17
Returning Creators students from Fall 2020 will build on skills learned during the first semester. Through exploration of theme and setting, each participant will develop their own unique character while creating a monologue and short dialogue. All characters will come together as an ensemble to create a theatrical world. Introduction to basic acting technique and theater games will be a part of the process.
ZOOMSICAL: BEST OF BROADWAY
JAN 25 – MAR 22, 2021 | MONDAYS, 4PM – 5:30pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 15
Perfect for the budding musical theater enthusiast/performer. Participants will sing along to favorite musical numbers, will be introduced to Broadway dance moves and will create their favorite character tagline. Performers will end each day with a song in their hearts!
Ages 8-10
ACTING 101: IMPROV SHOWCASE
JAN 21 – MAR 18, 2021 | Thursdays, 4Pm – 5Pm ET
No class on FEB 18
Designed to strengthen actors’ creative impulses and their ability to create comedic bits on the spot. Participants will form an improv troupe. Semester culminates with a final share with family and friends.
ACTING 101: FILM MONOLOGUES
JAN 25 – MAR 22, 2021 | mondays, 4PM – 5pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 15
This course explores the Atlantic Acting Technique, which is taught at the Atlantic Acting School’s conservatory and NYU programs. Actors will be cast in a part and work on a monologue with a focus on learning the foundational skills of “action” and “moment,” while learning to take direction. Pacing, blocking and vocal expression will be introduced.
Ages 10-12
YOUNG ACTORS FILM PROJECT
JAN 20 – MAR 17, 2021 | wednesdays, 4Pm – 5:30Pm ET
No class on FEB 17
Returning students from Fall 2020 will work on more advanced material. Actors will be cast in a scene from a contemporary or classic hit film. Actors will gain an understanding of how to make interesting choices quickly and will be directed by their teacher for a final taping of their scene.
SCENE STUDY TECHNIQUE: FARCE & FANTASY
JAN 21 – MAR 18, 2021 | thursdays, 4:30PM – 6pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 18
Young actors will be cast in a scene and introduced to the basics of the Atlantic Technique. They will explore their scene through script analysis and develop a fundamental understanding of character motivation, action, and tactics. Scene material will be drawn from theme appropriate published material. Memorization and rehearsal required.
TV & COMMERCIAL ACTING SHOWCASE
JAN 24 – MAR 28, 2021 | sundays, 10:30aM – 12pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 14 & feb 21
Actors will workshop TV/Commercial copy. Participants can expect to learn fundamentals of the Atlantic technique, specifically for television and film auditions and performance. The nuances of performing for the camera will be addressed and students will gain confidence in front of the camera. Program culminates in a final presentation for industry guests.
MUSICAL THEATER: REVUE
jan 22 – mar 26, 2021 | FRIDAYS, 4:30pm – 6pm ET
NO CLASS ON feb 12 & Feb 19
Participants in the Musical Revue will learn musical numbers and rehearse short sketches to develop a one act musical revue. Taking cues from the world of vaudeville, the group will source material from classic and contemporary theatrical and cinematic works. Throughout the course of the semester, participants will be coached on the fundamentals of bringing a song to life through choreography and vocal arrangements. Students will be an integral part of ensemble numbers and short sketches, while also having opportunities to learn and perform solo moments.
Please note: this class is being offered for ages 10-15.
Ages 11-15
ON CAMERA INTENSIVE: SHOWCASE
JAN 19 – MAR 16, 2021 | Tuesdays, 4:30Pm – 6Pm ET
No class on FEB 16
Returning students from Fall 2020 will work on more advanced material. This class has three areas of focus: On Camera Technique, audition techniques and monologues. Be introduced to elements of the Atlantic Technique. Perfect for students looking for experience in front of the camera. Program culminates in a final presentation for industry guests.
MUSICAL THEATER: REVUE
jan 22 – mar 26, 2021 | FRIDAYS, 4:30pm – 6pm ET
NO CLASS ON feb 12 & Feb 19
Participants in the Musical Revue will learn musical numbers and rehearse short sketches to develop a one act musical revue. Taking cues from the world of vaudeville, the group will source material from classic and contemporary theatrical and cinematic works. Throughout the course of the semester, participants will be coached on the fundamentals of bringing a song to life through choreography and vocal arrangements. Students will be an integral part of ensemble numbers and short sketches, while also having opportunities to learn and perform solo moments.
Please note: this class is being offered for ages 10-15.
MUSICAL THEATER REP
JAN 24 – MAR 28, 2021 | sundays, 4:30PM – 6pm ET
NO CLASS ON FEB 14 & feb 21
Perfect for the young musical theater actor. Participants will learn the professional choreography from a contemporary Broadway show, work on a monologue and learn one of the hit songs from the show. Examples of shows include Mean Girls, Hamilton, Hairspray, Spiderman: Turn Off the Dark and Footloose.
Ages 13-15
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF ACTING
JAN 25 – MAR 22, 2021 | mondays, 4:45Pm – 5:45Pm ET
No class on FEB 15
This class is perfect for the young actor looking to take their first acting class or to build skills they can use in school performances. Learn beginner’s acting vocabulary, play fun theater games and explore performance dialogue through readings of scenes in class. Returning students from Fall 2020 will work on more advanced material.
Ages 15-18
TEEN CONSERVATORY (SCENE STUDY)
FEB 27 – APR 24, 2021 | saturdays, 12Pm – 2:30Pm ET
No class on APR 3
This class offers an introduction to Practical Aesthetics, the acting technique created by David Mamet and William H. Macy and taught at the Atlantic Acting School. The students will begin their first scene study class using the Atlantic Script Analysis process. In addition students will explore different characters through improvisation and theater games. Students will be assigned plays to read and research. This class will require memorization and rehearsal. Returning students will work on more advanced material in consultation with the faculty.
Teen Conservatory II: Monologues & Casting
JAN 23 – MAR 27, 2021 | saturdays, 5Pm – 7Pm ET
No class on FEB 13 & feb 20
This rigorous program is for the advanced teen actor. Prerequisite: 1 semester of Atlantic’s Teen Conservatory, the Summer Teen Ensemble, or the NYU Tisch Atlantic summer program. This semester’s program will begin with a monologue workshop to develop a classic or contemporary piece for audition use or to be filmed for a reel. The second half of the semester will be an industry casting workshop with Todd Thaler. Some outside rehearsal time, self-taping, and editing required.