Classes and Lessons

WINTER/SPRING  Session of Classes 2024

How it works

Welcome to Classes at The Biz! If you are new to The Biz or are due for your annual Registration Fee, you will need to pay an additional $25 to register for a class. (We do not charge a Registration Fee for workshops or camps.)  There will also be some minor paperwork for you to fill out at the first class if you are new to The Biz. You will receive a Biz t-shirt with your first registration. Second and third-year registrants may choose a Biz string bag or another t-shirt.  Your third annual registration is your final one!

Once signed up, you will receive an invoice from The Biz, sometime during the first week of class. We need to see what the enrollment will be before we send out invoices. If you have not signed up by the deadline, your desired class may be dropped, so please don’t wait! You may pay online with a credit card through the invoice you receive, or you may bring a check or cash for the session to the first class. The deadline for signing up is THREE DAYS PRIOR to the first class. Don’t wait! Sign up for classes now so we can make sure we have the numbers to run them.

Notes about this winter/spring session

  • Classes are set to begin on Saturday, January 20th  and will run through May 16th.
  • ALL classes will have have March 24 – April 6 off for Spring Break.  (Unfortunately, the area schools are all on different schedules for spring breaks this year!)  If class is scheduled for a week you may be gone on vacation, please let us know by email BEFORE classes begin. We will pro-rate the class cost.
  • Showcase will take place on Saturday morning, May 18th at 10:00 AM, at Avon Middle School North.
  • Your health and safety matter to us. If your child is not feeling well, please keep them home to protect others.
  • You can find the session class offerings below with pricing.
  • Just a reminder that every class needs four or more participants to run. We will contact you a few days before the class it is to begin IF there are not enough students signed up.  If you don’t hear from us, we’ll see you there!
  • Sign-ups for classes are at the very bottom of this page.
  • If classes have already begun, please email The Biz at thebizacademy@gmail.com to see if you can still join.

Tuesdays

Acting I – ages 7-10, 6:00-7:00, and Acting II – ages 11 and up, 7:00-8:00 (Meets in the Biz Too) Acting I introduces beginning actors to the theatre with activities and games that get them on their feet using their voices and bodies to create characters while learning stage terms, concentration and skills that will improve speaking and help them gain confidence. They will participate in scene work, memorizing lines while honing their acting skills. Acting II uses monologues, pantomime, concentration games and theater activities to improve students’ public speaking and stage movement. Scenes and monologues are used to work on character development and memorization skills. Classes begin on Tuesday, January 23rd,and will run through May 14th. There will be NO CLASS on Tuesday, March 19 and 26; April 16 and 23. (PLEASE MAKE NOTE of these dates!) Cost is $210; Taught by Suzi Brown, Theater and English Teacher at Avon Middle School North.  

Stage School Junior – ages 7-9, 5:30 – 6:30 (Meets in the Salmon Studio and the dance studio) This is a great class for those with little to no theatrical experience. The class will learn the vocals of a medley for 25 min. and then spend the remaining time learning choreography and acting. All the hard work culminates in a performance at our end-of-session showcase!  (This class DOES require at-home practicing.)
Cost: $240, Taught by Jeff Van Paris and Cameron Callan. This class will BEGIN on Tuesday, January 23rd and will run through May 14th. It will take March 24th – April 6th OFF for spring break.  (Please make note!)

Stage School Senior – ages 10 and up, 6:00 -7:30 (Meets in the Salmon Studio and the dance studio) This is a great class for those with little to no theatrical experience, as well as a class for those with experience to have some fun without the pressure of a full musical. The kids learn the vocals of a medley for 30-45 min. and then spend the remaining time learning choreography and acting. All the hard work culminates in a performance at our end of session showcase! (This class does require at-home practicing.)
Cost: $360, Taught by Jeff Van Paris and Cameron Callan. This class will BEGIN on Tuesday, January 23rd, and will run through May 14th. It will take March 24th – April 6th OFF for spring break.  (Please make note!)

Thursdays

Preschool Introduction to Theatre, ages 3-4, 5:00-5:30 (Meets in the Dance Studio)  During this 30 min. class, Jeff will work with the kids on very basic singing, acting, and dancing skills. Come and “play” theater! This class will begin on until January 25th and run through May 16th. (PLEASE make a note of these dates!) Cost is $120; Taught by Jeff Van Paris

Little Performers – ages 5-6, 5:30-6:30 (Meets in the Dance Studio) In this class, students will learn basic singing, dancing, and acting skills, as well as learn how to tell stories with movement and voice. This is a great beginning class, as well as a follow-up class to Preschool. This class will begin on until January 25th and run through May 16th. (PLEASE make a note of these dates!) Cost is $240; Taught by Jeff Van Paris

Audition Prep Class – ages 8 and up, 6:45-7:45 (Meets in the Salmon Studio.) This is a class that will teach you all you need to know about auditions!  You’ll learn about expectations, how to present yourself, how to best do a cold script read,  feel confident at dance auditions (or at least LOOK confident!), and how to sell your song.  You will finish the class with an audition notebook, an age appropriate audition-ready song with sheet music, and a digital headshot. This class will begin on January 25th and run through May 16th. (PLEASE make a note of these dates!) Cost is $250; Taught by Jeff Van Paris

Saturdays

Tap I, ages 7 and up, 9:00 – 10:00 (Dance Studio)  This class is for tappers of all ages that have never taken or have already had the basics, but need to continue working on basic technique.

Broadway Jazz, ages 7 and up, 10:00-11:00 (Dance Studio)  Expand your abilities in Broadway style dance.  Learn jazz technique and some of the original moves from numerous Broadway shows!  This is a general musical theater dance class.

Tap II, ages 7 and up, 11:00-12:00 (Dance Studio) Please consult with either Brooke, or Jeff for placement in this class, as it is for experienced tappers who want to be challenged!

These classes begin on January 20th and will run throgh May 11th.  Classes will not meet March 23rd or 30th due to spring break. (PLEASE Make note of these dates!) COST $240; Taught by Brooke Mankin

 

Sundays

Pre-teen/Teen Ballet – ages 11 and up, 5:30-6:30 (Dance Studio) This class will teach steps and basic pedagogy for ballet, the basis of all dance. You will be challenged, while doing conditioning and stretching at the barre and center floor.

Pre=teen/Teen Jazz – ages 11 and up, 6:30-7:30 (Dance Studio) A fun, energetic class where you will learn many dance moves in the jazz genre.

Pre-teen/Teen Tap III – ages 11 and up or by instructor’s permission, 7:30-8:30. Expand your tap experience, and be prepared for  upcoming tap auditions.

These classes begin on January 21st and run through May 12th. (If a class doesn’t fill, we will adjust times.)  Classes WILL meet on the following dates:

January 21st

February 11th, 18th

March 3rd, 10th, 24th

April 7th, 14th, 21st

May 5th

COST: One class $160, Two classes $300, Three classes $420; Taught by Grace Linville and Ethan Grimes.

 

Dancing Divas and Dudes! Ages 17 and up – Jazz and Tap These two classes are for those adults who want to get in shape while learning basic jazz and tap moves.  There are several different levels in this class, and instruction will be tailored to your ability.  You may take one or both of these classes. They begin on January 21st and run through May 12th. (There WILL be multiple weeks off as Jeff may be out of town for several weekends besides spring break.) Cost for the above two classes will be determined once Jeff has his schedule done! Taught by Jeff Van Paris

Please remember that classes need to have at least four participants in order for it to take place. Sign up today and invite your friends!

 

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We look forward to seeing everyone at The Biz this next session! 

 

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