Offering performing arts classes for children 18 months and up
Theatre Program
Welcome to the Red Chair School of Performing Arts Theatre Department. Our Theatre Department offers a series of classes that expose our students to the many facets of the performing arts, helping them gain confidence while familiarizing them with public speaking, creativity and role-playing. All of our theatre students have an opportunity to showcase their work on stage at the end of the fall and spring sessions.
The theatre program is designed for the students to develop and train in character development, theatre terminology, improvisation, solo and group chorus, memorization skills, interpretation and presentation, theatre games and backstage responsibilities. The Red Chair offers a well-rounded Theatre education, which has classes for every level from beginners to seasoned thespians. Our theatre program begins at age 2. We offer beginning to advanced acting, musical theatre, voice training as well as workshops on auditioning, improvisation and stage makeup techniques.
All classes are taught with respect and enthusiasm by seasoned theatre professionals, who inspire, encourage and challenge each student to exceed their own expectations. We provide a fun, creative and safe environment that gives children a practical forum to learn about themselves and others.
Classes This class is an introduction to a variety of different musical styles. Children sing, dance and play movement games that relates to that particular musical genre.
Storybook Theatre - Ages 2-4
Each week children will listen to a story and then bring it to life through role-playing, songs, movement, and dress up, props or craft.
Mini Music Madness -Ages 3-5
Stage Play - Ages 5-7
Students will help to create characters and a story that they will bring to life. They will learn basic acting and theater terms, create scenery, props, and use costumes.
Acting / Scene Study I - Ages 7+
Students will work on character development and scene study with a combination of improvisation techniques and use of scripted materials. Students will work with partners to perform a short scene in front of the class.
Intro to Musical Theatre - Ages 4-7 
Children will be introduced to Musical Theatre through improvisation, movement, and song. Each week the students will get a chance to learn songs from various musicals and help to create the basic choreography that will tell the song's story.
Musical Theatre I - Ages 8+
Students will study Musical Theatre through improvisation, movement, scene study, and singing. They will study popular and classic musicals by auditioning for, rehearsing, and ultimately performing in various scenes from these shows.
This class is designed for students interested in all aspects of theatre. Students will study theatre through improv, scene study and voice.
Theatre Workshop for Homeschoolers - Ages 8+
All That Jazz! Dancing for Actors - Ages 8+
A great class to take along side of musical theater and/or acting!
Voice Training I - Ages 6+
Students will focus on developing vocal techniques. Students will be introduced to performance practice, including stage presents, posture, audition etiquette and characterization skills. 
Voice Training II - Ages 12+ or with teachers approval
For the experienced singer. Students will focus on developing vocal techniques, stage presents, posture, audition etiquette and characterization skills.
On Camera Workshop
Students learn how to maximize their own unique qualities in front of the camera. They learn how to be natural and "real". They will also learn cold reading for auditions, and improvisation. The young actors will develop self-confidence and have a lot of fun in the process.
