Spring Break Workshops 2018

Week 1 ~ March 19-23

Week 1 ~ B4G1 Free

We will be offering a special pricing promotion for the first week of Spring Break Workshops. If you register for 4 Week 1 workshops, the 5th workshop will be free.  This promotional is per family.  If you have any questions regarding this promotion please email The Biz at thebizacademy@gmail.com

 

If your child(ren) are attending a morning and afternoon workshop, they are welcome to stay at The Biz for lunch.  You can send a lunch with them or if you are comfortable, you can send money and allow them to walk to Subway, Pizzaville or Wendy’s.

 

*Each workshop requires a minimum of 5 participants.

“Ensemble is Awesome”

A Half-Day Workshop with Aimee Albright

Monday, March 19th – 9:00 am- 12:00 noon

$15 for the half-day workshop, limited to 15 participants

Have you ever heard an actor say “oh I’m just in the ensemble”? This workshop will focus on the importance of the ensemble in a production. Students will learn to seamlessly work together, support each other, build trust and learn that without a strong ensemble, a production will not be a success.

*Suggested age 7 and up


 “A History of Broadway Musicals”

A Half-Day Workshop with Rachel Shelton

Monday, March 19th – 1:00-4:00pm

$15 for the half-day workshop, limited to 15 participants

From Rodgers and Hammerstein to Pasek and Paul, this workshop will be a FUN and INTERACTIVE look at the history of Broadway musicals from the beginning, to the “Golden Age”, to the changing times, all the way into the second century of Broadway productions. Rachel will introduce and play musical selections from classic and contemporary productions, as well as discuss the metamorphosis of shows, and the resurgence of the classic musical. A must-attend workshop for any budding theatre buff!


“Intro to Theatre (ages 4-6)”

A mini-workshop with Aimee Albright

Tuesday, March 20 – 10:00am-11:30am

$15 for the mini-workshop, limited to 15 participants

In this Intro to Theatre mini-workshop for ages 4-6, we will focus on a general overview of theatre through gameplay, songs and pretend play to familiar short stories. This is a great opportunity for young children to explore the world of theatre in a fun, exciting way.


“Sweet Harmonies”

A workshop with Jaimie Riechman

Tuesday, March 20 – 1:00pm-2:30pm

$15 for the workshop, limited to 15 participants

Sweet Harmonies is an ear-training workshop. Developing an ear for music is just as important as producing sound. Throughout this workshop, we will explore the different ways in which harmony is used and help students to feel more comfortable singing harmonies.

*Suggested age range 7 and up.


“Enhancing the Character with Costumes and Makeup”

A Half-Day Workshop with Rachel Shelton and Megan Sharton

Wednesday, March 21st – 9:00am-12:00noon

$20 for the half-day workshop, limited to 15 participants

Students will learn insights to costume design and theatrical makeup application in view of the “house”, the lighting, and the character created. This workshop introduces students to various costume styles, aging makeup, cuts, scars, and bruises; as well as how to work with fabrics and products to create dimensional, realistic characters.


“Behind the Scenes”

A Half-Day Workshop with Aimee Albright

Wednesday, March 21 – 1:00pm-4:00pm

$15 for the mini-workshop, limited to 15 participants

Do you love theatre but don’t love being on stage? Then this workshop is just for you.  I always say the show happening behind the scenes is much bigger than the one happening on stage. This is a great time to learn about all the opportunities that happen off stage. From spiking the set to props and costumes; we will cover it all and have some fun competition along the way!

*Suggested age 10 and up.


“Introduction to Musical Theatre Dance”

A Half-Day Workshop with Rachel Shelton and Emily Sharton

Thursday, March 22nd – 9:00 am-12:00 noon

$15 for the half-day workshop, limited to 15 participants

Bring your dance shoes and get ready to move! In this workshop, students will be introduced to various styles of musical theatre dance: ballet, tap, and jazz – with a special insight into the dance classes offered at The Biz Academy of Musical Theatre. Students will gain an appreciation and understanding of how choreography is an important element to any musical production and how it enhances the non-verbal emotional connection to the audience.


“Intro to Theatre (ages 7-12)”

A Half-Day Workshop with Aimee Albright

Thursday, March 22 – 1:00pm-4:00pm

$15 for the mini-workshop, limited to 15 participants

This is a great opportunity for your young performer to explore what it is like to be a part of a theatrical performance. Through gameplay and teamwork, we will cover stage direction, movement, theatre jargon, and character building. Students will demonstrate the understanding that theatre is the art of telling stories through acting and have an understanding of the production process from auditions to closing night.  


“Intro to Improv”

A Half-Day Workshop with Brian Shelton

Friday, March 23rd – 9:00 am-12:00 noon

$15 for the half-day workshop, limited to 15 participants

In this workshop, young actors will learn the basic techniques involved in improvisational scenes and games. We will focus on short-form improvisation and learning the techniques and tricks to unlock the actors’ creativity and imagination.


“Broadway Sing-a-long Karaoke Party”

A Half-Day Song and Dance Party with Aimee Albright and Rachel Shelton

Friday, March 23rd – 1:00-4:00pm

$15 for the half-day workshop, limited to 30 participants

We love Broadway, we love karaoke, and we love to have a good time! Join us for our first ever Broadway-themed karaoke song and dance party! Whether you want to defy gravity, sing about summer nights with your squad, or dance, jive, and have the time of your life…there’s a song for everyone! See you there!

Week 2 ~ March 26-30

“Breaking Down the Audition”

A Five-Part Workshop with Rachel Shelton

Monday, March 26th – Friday, March 30th; 9:00 am-12:00 noon

$75 for the 5-day workshop, limited to 20 participants

Get prepared for your 2018 auditions by attending this detailed workshop that is ideal for young actors who want to learn, grow, and actively practice their audition skills. Learn how to unlock the details of the audition notice, choose the material that’s best for you, develop your cold reading skills, improve your vocal selections, survive a dance audition, and make your very best impression! Leave the workshop with all of the tips, tricks, individualized feedback and selections from Rachel to help you nail your next opportunity.


“Developing Character”

A Five-Part Workshop with Aimee Albright

Monday, March 26th – Friday, March 30th; 1:00pm-4:00pm

$75 for the 5-day workshop, limited to 20 participants

In order to effectively tell a story, the audience needs to believe the characters we are trying to play. There are hundreds of ingredients that go into making somebody the person they are; their background, family, hobbies, their likes, and dislikes, their fears, their hopes, their dreams, their environment. The more depth we can show when playing characters on stage, the more interesting and relatable the story will be. In this week-long mini-camp, students will demonstrate the ability to understand what makes characters unique and learn how to develop the character they are playing so that the audience sees only the character and not the actor.