GENERAL SESSION INFO

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY!

CLASSES ARE HELD AT OUR ROBIN R. FARQUHAR EDUCATION CENTER

Click here for directions.

Classes generally meet once per week for the duration of the session.  Classes involve training appropriate to grade-level.  All theatre training allows for a range of experience levels within the same class.   All teachers change the material each session.  Parents are invited to observe the final class—teachers will decide what type of material will be presented—in some classes it may be a short play, in others, parents may actually be observing a sample class. 

We send you a confirmation email/letter ASAP after we receive your enrollment—please pay close attention to the details of your class —especially the time!

Note: You may need to check your bulk folder as the flatrockplayhouse.org address sometimes ends up there!

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes:

45 min Classes= $150

One hour classes=$160,

1.25 hour classes =$185,

1.5 hour classes= $195,

Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25 from total tuition.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

Voice Over= $60, Mime and Clowning= $75 (no discounts on either). Dance Studio-pay monthly (see dance studio section), $10 registration fee.

Tuition refunds (less a $30 administrative fee) will be given only with notification of withdrawal prior to class start date. No refunds after classes begin.

SORRY, NO PHONE REGISTRATIONS

YouTheatre Flat Rock Playhouse, PO Box 310, Flat Rock, NC  28731

Fax #  828.693-3518

Tuition refunds (less a $30 non-refundable fee) will be given only with notification of withdrawal at least two weeks prior to your class start date. No refunds can be made after your class begins.

Please call 828.693.3517 for more information about classes or email Charles Holland.

Full and partial scholarships ARE available, please fill-out a "Scholarship Form" (available at the bottom of this webpage) & submit it WITH your class registration form. Scholarship forms must be submitted each session.

NEW! VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM

                Taught by artist Dave Hart

Adding a new piece to our YouTheatre creative puzzle!

Each class is presented in a nurturing, safe,stress-free environment. You will gain a basic art appreciation, learn history and about the inspirations of famous or current artists.

"Art Start / Adventures With Captain Color”   K-1

Dave's character "Captain Color" introduces young blooming artists to the world of art; a  journey through color, line, shape and texture  with an energetic Pirate! We sing, dance and paint our way while being inspired by famous artists like Seurat, Rothko and Mondrian.

Tuesdays from 4:00-5:15

Class Code: ART-T4

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Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

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“Eric Carle and the Wonderful World of Watercolor”   grades 1-3

CLOSED

Using this popular Children’s author and illustrator as inspiration we will explore basic watercolor; wet into wet, dry brush, lifting and splattering as we create our own backgrounds and papers. Finally combined with tissue we create our own collage story books on the common themes of “Family” and “Friendship”.

Wednesdays from 4:00-5:15

Class Code: ART- W4

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“ Toolbox / The Power of Art “   grades 4-6

CLOSED

The Power of Art is a journey in imagination. Art has the power to let a rock sing, a building laugh, or a tree be President! Working from black and white into color and from line into sculpture we explore a variety of basic art principles through a diversity of  materials and let our imaginations  soar.

Tuesdays 5:30-6:45

Class Code: ART-T5

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“ The Dark Arts”     grades  7-9

The Dark Arts is an investigation of the senses through art. Part of each  class will be creating blindfolded. Using ink, graphite, clay and found objects we will question the taste of moonlight, the smell of astronomy, and the sound of magic.

Thursdays from 5:15-6:30

Class Code: ART-R5

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“Visual Conversations in Watercolor”

grades 9-12 /SEPARATE ADULT CLASS   

The flow of watercolor lends itself to free self expression. Learning basic watercolor techniques we work through wet into wet, masking, dry brush, splattering, texturing and lifting. Creating journals of emotionsand experiences this class stretches into communication, creating a direct visual dialogue of call and response with your fellow classmates.

Wednesdays from 7:00-8:15

Class Code: ART-W7

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

CLASS FOR ADULTS!

Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45

Class Code: ART-W5

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 “ Art RestART “   for AdultS

This is adult playtime in art. In a safe nonjudgmental environment we’ll explore Drawing on the right side of the brain, Painting on the left side and no- brained Sculpture (blindfolded). If you miss art in your life or want to rediscover play.        

Let’s restART  the fun!

Tuesdays from 10:00-11:15 am

Class Code: ART-T10

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

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This is a fully accessible facility and we encourage those with special needs to join us in creating!

new!music together® program

contact us and the music together® teacher will contact you!

Class Description:  Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and the adults who love them.  Based on the philosophy that all children are musical, MT classes use developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement.  A parent or other adult caregiver should accompany every child and be prepared to be active at each class.  (At least one adult per family, more adults are welcome on a regular or an occasional basis.)

TUESDAYS

9:30-10:15

10:30-11:15

11:30-12:15

with ANDREA BLOUGH

10 weeks long beginning the week of September 8th. enrollment required 6-12 students.

Semester Tuition:  $145 for the first child (this includes a $40 materials fee charged by MT headquarters per family), $100 for the second child over 6 months old by beginning of semester.

Andrea Blough, director and teacher, graduated from Westminster Choir College with an M.M. in Voice Pedagogy and Performance, where she concentrated in vocal pedagogy, studying voice science and teaching techniques.  Andrea has taught voice lessons and piano lessons to community members through Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ and Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, VA.  She has also taught voice lessons at GEGISOM, a community music school in Philadelphia, PA, and in her private studio in southwestern PA.  Upon moving to Asheville in 2006, Andrea started Bella Musica Studios.  Andrea also sings with the Asheville Lyric Opera and performs locally as a soloist.

YOU DO NOT NEED TO FILL OUT A YOUTHEATRE REGIISTRATION FORM FOR MUSIC TOGETHER

CLASSES FOR HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS

ALL CLASSES IN THIS SECTION CLOSED

Drama Class: Theatre games, beginning character development, basic terminology, acting techniques and creative expression taught through acting and movement.

Drama: Ages 7-9

Mondays from 10-11:00 with Marianne                                                                     Class Code HS-M10

Drama: Ages 9-13

Mondays with Marianne from 11:15-12:15                                                                Class Code: HS-M11

Drama: Ages 14 and up

Mondays with Marianne from 12:30-1:30                                                                   Class Code: HS-M12

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Mime and Movement: Grades 4-12 (Oct. 13-NoV 15 only!)

Studying non-verbal communication comes in handy in all walks of life! Lessac, Master Teacher Dick Cuyler worked in theatre education for over 30 years before moving to NC". His gentle teaching style is perfect for all ages!

Fridays from 12:30-1:45 with Dick                                                                               Class Code: HS-F12

Special Value! $50.00

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

For class descriptions, see related content areas above or below this section.

ArtRestart - Tuesdays from 10-11:15                                  

Class Code: ART-T10

Visual Conversations/ Watercolor- Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45 CLOSED

Classical Guitar for Adults -Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30    CLOSED    

Adult Dance - Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45                               

  Class Code DAN-T6

Adult Classes, cont.

Play-reading Class

A comfortable, non-threatening approach to those who wish to learn more about theatre. The class will explore several scripts, read them and discuss them.

Wednesdays from 2-3:00 with Marianne                                   CLOSED                                          Class Code ADU-W2

ADULT LECTURE SERIES

CLOSED

One of our most popular adult classes ever comes back!  A class aimed at adult students who would like to know more about the collaborative nature of theatre.  Teachers from the year-round staff of Flat Rock Playhouse will provide bite-size classes in different areas of theatre.  Meet with Mainstage directors, actors, designers and administrative staff and find out what goes on in order to prepare a show for performance.  No performance required!   

Thursdays from 11-12:00 with Dave                                                                                    Class Code ADU-R11

ADULT DANCE

For those who want to improve their skills, explore dance for the first time or just get a physical work-out.  The focus will be jazz and musical theatre dance.

Tuesdays (apologies, not Mondays as printed in the brochure)from 6:45-7:45 with Lisa                           

  Class Code DAN-T6

Intro to Puppetry

Grown-ups are welcome in this class! See description in Specialty section.

Fridays from 4:30-5:45 (aw, come on! You can leave work a little early on Friday fro 10 weeks!)

Class Code SPC-F4

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25. Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

PRE-K

Ages 3-5

"shake, rattle and play"!

Dance, music, rhythm, role-play, dress-up and drama games for 3, 4 & 5 year olds (students must be free from diaper-wearing, please).

Mondays: 1-1:45 with Tania and Stephanie

Class Code: PRE-M1

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

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EXPRESSIVE ARTS

Grades 1-3

for 1st-3rd grades is a fun-filled class for new and returning students (the material changes each session).  Theatre games, beginning character development, basic terminology, acting techniques and creative expression taught through acting, movement and music.  (Some Kindergarten students may be admitted at the discretion of the instructor, but we encourage you to also consider "Shake, Rattle & Play," "Wee Dance" and "Wee Sing" for very young or very shy students)

Mondays 4-5pm with Neela

Class Code: EXP-M4

Tuesdays 4-5pm with Tania and Stephanie

Class Code: EXP-T4

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

ACTING UP!

Grades 3-5

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

for 3rd-5th grades is a class for new and returning students--the material changes each session.  Training continues with more theatre games, character development, and more in-depth terminology, acting techniques and creative expression taught through acting, movement and music.  More material to be memorized at home.

Thursdays 4-5 pm with Tania

Class Code: ACT-R4

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fairytale theatre

Grades 3-6

for returning 3rd-6th graders-    A class for YouTheatre students who have already taken Acting Etc and want more challenging material.  Training continues with more theatre games, character development, and more in-depth terminology, acting techniques and creative expression taught through acting, movement and music.    More memorization required for this class.

Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 with Tania

Class Code: FTT-T5

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

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DRAMA KIDS I and II

DRAMA KIDS for 5th-8th grades is a class for new and returning students--the material changes each session.  Training hones acting skills, character development, performance preparation and basic improvisation. 

Level I-for new students

Level II- for students who have taken DK several times and are ready for a bigger challenge!

LEVEL I

Tuesdays 4:15-5:30 with Dusty         CLOSED                                                 Class Code: DRA-T4

Wednesdays 5:15-6:30 with Marianne                                                           Class Code: DRA-W5

LEVEL II

Tuesdays 6:45-8:00 with Dusty    CLOSED                                                      Class Code: DRA-T6

Fridays 4-5:15 with Marianne       CLOSED                                                       Class Code: DRA-F4

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

HIGH SCHOOL ACTING i AND ii

LEVEL I FOR NEW STUDENTS, LEVEL II FOR RETURNING STUDENTS WHO ARE READY FOR MORE CHALLENGING MATERIAL.

HIGH SCHOOL ACTING for 9th-12th grades a class for new and returning students--the material changes each session.  Training will include a variety of theatre concepts--acting, technical theatre, directing, etc.

LEVEL I

Tuesdays 6:45-8pm with Lindsay       CLOSED                                                                Class Code HIG-T6

Wednesdays 6:45-8pm with Marianne      CLOSED                                                         Class Code HIG-W6

Fridays 5:45-7:00 with Dave             CLOSED                                                                 Class Code HIG-F5

LEVEL II

Mondays 6:45-8:00 with Nicole                                                                          Class Code HIG2-M6

Thursdays 5:30-6:45 with Nicole       CLOSED                                                                 Class Code HIG2-R5

Saturdays 12:30-1:45 with Dusty                                                                       Class Code HIG2-S12

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

INTERMEDIATE ACTING

Grades 6-12

INTERMEDIATE ACTING for returning 6th-12th grades a class for YouTheatre students who have already taken Drama Kids or High School Acting several years and want to pursue YouTheatre Company and Conservatory. This class is subject to teacher placement.   Training hones acting skills, character development, performance preparation and basic improvisation.  For advanced students only.

Mondays from 5:30-6:45 with Nicole                                                                  Class Code INT-M5

Thursdays from 4-5:15 with Nicole               CLOSED                                                      Class Code INT-R4

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

NEW! YouTheatre BALLET STUDIO !

This is a change from our printed brochure. Please read carefully!

BALLET

Pay monthly (bALLET cLASS ONLY) : I hr.=$50/mo, 1.25 hr.=$55/mo, 1.5 hrs.=$60/mo

$10 Registration Fee- early enrollment discount does not apply

Study ballet with our wonderful professional Ronnie Zink! We have a sprung dance floor and professional ballet barres. This is a new dance studio format. Students will take weekly lessons from September 8th through May.

Beginning Ballet: Ages 8-UP Wednesdays from 4-5:00                                        Class Code BAL-W4

Elementary Ballet

Prerequisite: Having studied with Ms. Ronnie at YouTheatre this Spring with good attendance. Other students subject to teacher placement.

Wednesdays: 5:15-6:45pm GRADES 6 and up                                                            Class Code BAL-W5

JAZZ

Learn Jazz Dance from Playhouse veteran Lisa K. Bryant. Attire is t-shirts and stretchy pants or leotards and tights.  Dance shoes are a must. 

Grades 3-5 Tuesdays from 4-5:00 pm (brochure time is wrong-sorry!)

with Lisa                                                                                     Class Code: DAN-T4

Grades 6-8 Thursdays from 4-5:00 with Lisa                           Class Code: DAN R4

Grades 9-12 Thursdays from 5:15-6:15 with Lisa                    Class Code: DAN-R5

dance for adults

For those who want to improve their skills, explore dance for the first time or just get a physical work-out.  The focus will be jazz and musical theatre dance.

Tuesdays (apologies, not Mondays as printed in the brochure)from 6:30-7:45 with Lisa                           

  Class Code DAN-T6

MUSIC and MUSICAL THEATRE

Musical Theatre Classes

A class for new and returning students--the material changes each session.  Training hones basic vocal and dance skills.  Students donot need to be able to read music, but students should enjoy singing and moving.  The class will focus on group musical theatre material. 

Grades 4-7 Fridays from 5:15-6:15 with Lisa B and Lisa H- Class Code MT-F5

Grades 8-12 Tuesdays from 5:15-6:15 with Lisa B and Lisa H- Class Code MT-T5 -CLOSED

Music Classes

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

SING OUT and PLAY!

for K5-4th grades.  A class for young students who want to prepare songs for performance.  Students should enjoy singing and simple movement.

Thursdays from 5:30-6:15 with Tania and Jenny                                                          Class Code MUS-R5

Beginning Guitar

GROUP GUITAR CLASS for 5th-12th grades.  Students must supply their own guitars and need a pick and a pencil for each class —please avoid “toy” guitars as it makes the learning process very difficult for new students.  If you have questions, please call 693-3517 and speak with Charles.  A chance to learn to read music and play notes, chords and simple songs.  Students will learn to play several songs by the end of the session.

Tuesdays from 5:15-6:15pm with Steve

Class Code MUS-T5

Basic Classical Guitar for Adults

This class will focus on the classical guitar style. Some note-reading, chord and fingering knowledge is needed.Classical-style guitars are not necessary as long it is a standard acoustic guitar.

CLOSED

Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 with Steve

Class Code: MUS-T6

BASIC MUSIC THEORY

Always wanted to know about those lines and spaces? This is the class for you! You will learn some history of musical notation, basic scale and key signature function and have some fun in the process! This class will require some homework!

CLOSED

GRADES 7-Adult

Fridays from 5:15-6:15 with Charles

Class Code MUS-F5

PRIVATE LESSONS

At our Education Center we offer the following private lessons. These individuals have been approved by our usual standards but deal directly with their students for scheduling and payment. Please contact us and we will have the teacher contact you. Prices vary. CALL 828-693-3517 FOR MORE INFORMATION!

VOICE

GUITAR

BASS GUITAR

BANJO

MANDOLIN

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

stage make-up

GRADES 6 to 12- CLOSED

Learn basic application techniques and gain skills to apply a variety of standard and fantasy makeup designs.

Saturdays from 10-11:30 with Dusty                                                                     Class Code: SPC-S10

STAGE LIGHTING

GRADES 7-12 -CLOSED

Learn the "ins and outs" of stage lighting from Playhouse Master electrician Laura Happel! Students will meet at the Playhouse as the schedule permits. Students of this class may also have a chance to participate in helpng with the Fall YouTheatre Production: The Orphan Train.

Thursdays from 4-5:30 with Laura                                                                          Class Code: TEC-R4

SCENIC PAINTING and DESIGN

GRADES 7-12 -CLOSED

Those sets do not get beautiful by themselves! Learn some basic scene painting and scene design techniques from Playhouse staff members. Students may have a chance to participate in the painting and design of our Fall YouTheatre production: The Orphan Train.

Wednesdays  from 4-5:30 with Andrew and Kate                                                       Class Code: TEC-W4

STITCHING and SEWING i AND ii

GRADES 5-12

Back by popular demand! Sewing I is for new students, Sewing II is for students who took sewing from YouTheatre in the Spring. Sewing and stitching is a vital part of the theatre-you'll never be sorry you know how!

Sewing I AND II- Mondays from 6:15-7:15 with Lesley                                                        Class Code: TEC-M6

cLOWNING aROUND with dICKENS! (October 13-November 15 ONLY!)

Especially for those students who want to continue their skills learned in this summer's camp! Also, for anyone wanting to try for the first time to learn some really cool circus skills! GRADES 4-12.

Wednesdays from 4-5:00 with Dick                                CLOSED                                            Class Code CLO-W4

SPECIAL RATE! $75 (no discounts apply)

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VOICE OVER WORKSHOP

(Oct 8-29 ONLY!)

for 4th-12th grades. Come explore the world of voice-overs! This 4 week class will focus on the development of voice-over skills, while we write and record our own commercials. We will be responsible for producing the commercials for the Youtheatre fall production, "Orphan Train". This class will be held at the YouTheatre Education Center AND the state-of-the-art recording studio “Procomm Studios” in Fletcher, NC. Please note that classes held at Procomm will take place at 6pm, and you will be responsible for your own transportation. Parents are welcome to stay and observe when we are working at Procomm. 

Wednesdays from 4:15-5:15 with Lynn                                                                         Class Code SPC-W4

SPECIAL RATE! $60 (no discounts apply)

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Intro to Puppetry

Grades 5-Adult

Accomplished teacher, puppeteer and set designer, German-born Karin Eberle takes you on an introductory journey into the world of puppets! You will fall in love with puppets-we promise!

Fridays from 4:30-5:45 with Karin                                                                                 Class Code SPC-F4

Tuition Rates for all 10-week classes: 45 min Classes= $150, One hour classes=$160, 1.25 hour classes =$185, 1.5 hour classes= $195. Early Enrollment by 5pm on 8/29/08: subtract $25.

Sibling or Multiple enrollment discount= $5 per class.

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE YOUTHEATRE!