Classes

Creative Drama 1

Pre-K-1
Saturday
11:15-12:15

In our creative movement class, we encourage our youngest students to explore the environment through guided play and the use of the imagination. Children learn to value self-expression through rhythm, games to develop coordination, sequencing exercises, pantomime, visual art, storybooks, songs, and dances. Class will end with a final demonstration. Great add-on to Sing, Sing, Sing class. No Class 2/17
This class is held at the Arts Center.
Instructor: Samantha Walker
Tuition: $170

Creative Drama 2

Grades 2-4
Saturday
9:00-10:30

This class begins the exciting journey of the budding actor. Children experience developmentally appropriate theatre games and dramatizations of stories that build skills, spark imagination, nurture creativity, and inspire empathy. The class also focuses on enhancing students’ communication skills and self-confidence. Young people are encouraged to repeat Creative Drama workshops within their age range, as each class increases understanding while using new material. Class will end with a final demonstration. Great add on to The Adventures in Wonderland or Broadway Kids class. No Class 2/17
This class is held at the Theater.
Instructor: Samantha Walker & Fionn Pina Parker
Tuition: $240

Creative Drama 3

Grades 5-7
Saturday
9:00-10:30

Imagination Stage! This class enhances theatre skills through carefully crafted exercises and dramatizing stories and short plays. Students focus on character development using improvisation and script work to develop their craft. Actors are encouraged to repeat their participation in Creative Drama workshops within their age range as each class deepens understanding while introducing new material. Class will end with a final demonstration. This is a great add on to Broadway Kids for a full theatrical immersion! No Class 2/17
This class is held at the Theater.
Instructor: Emily Murray & Anthony Teixeira
Tuition: $240

Sing, Sing, Sing!

Pre-K – 2
Saturday
10:00-11:00

In this class students are encouraged to have fun while learning the components of singing. We will explore music and creative expression through movement, dramatic play, and song. Class will end with a final demonstration. Great add on to Creative Drama 1. No class 2/17
This class is held at the Arts Center
Instructor: Paige Neal
Tuition: $170

Broadway Kids

Grades 3-6
Saturday
10:45-11:45

Sing, Dance, Act, and… do all at the same time? Love to act but do your knees turn to jelly during a singing audition? In this class, have fun bringing to songs what you already know about acting. You learn range, diction, pitch, and more to help you sing with expression and confidence. Discover how to move to the beat and the words to bring the song alive. Class will end with a final demonstration. Great add-on to Creative Drama classes. No class 2/17
This class will meet at the Theatre.
Instructor: Bob Wilder & Suzette Hutchinson
Tuition: $240

Glee Club

Grades 7 and up
Saturday
11:15-12:15

In this class students are encouraged to have fun while learning the components of singing and dancing! We will stretch our voices and our bodies by exploring music and creative expression through choreography, dramatic play, and song. We will explore different musical genres, including musical theater, pop, and songs of the holiday season. Class will end with a final demonstration and we can perform in CCTC/HJT’s spring show Ballet Broadway and Beyond June 15 & 16. Great add on to Teen Acting. No Class 2/17
This class meets at the Arts Center.
Instructor: Paige Neal & Oharra Deschamps
Tuition: $240

Adventures in Wonderland

Grades 2-4
Saturday
10:45-11:45

Come create the world of Alice in Wonderland with us. In this class we will do it all, from working with a short script to creating small set pieces, costume pieces, and props. Plan to spend half the class crafting and half rehearsing. Imagine all we can create! Great add on to Creative Drama 2. Class will end with a final demonstration. No class 2/17
This class is held at the Theater.
Instructor: Cat Perry & Emily Murray
Tuition: $240

Teen Acting

Grades 7 & up
Saturday
12:30-2

Part training, part playground: come experience our rigorous actor-training class for teens in a safe, welcoming, fun environment. We’ll dive into acting exercises, ensemble-building, improvisation, and text to hone our chops as actors.
Bring clothes to move in, a water bottle, and a sense of play!
A great add on to Glee Club. No class 2/17
This class is held at the Arts Center
Instructor: Fionn Pina Parker
Tuition: $240

Teen Comedy Improv

Grades 7 & up
Tuesday
4:30-6

Learn to think on your feet, practice active listening and say “yes” to Acting & Improv. Improvisation is fun, funny, and an incredible skill builder. Teamwork, listening, spontaneity, and thinking on your feet: improvisation skills are the foundation of any successful performance. No class 2/20
This class is held at the Arts Center.
Instructor: Mike Devine
Tuition: $240

Comedy Improv for Adults

Ages 18 and up
Tuesday
6:15-8:15

Have you ever watched an improv show and envisioned yourself as a performer? Or perhaps you’re an actor looking for a creative outlet? Whatever your reason may be, this is the place for you. Join us each week as we embark on a journey full of games and exercises that’ll take you through the basics of improv such as taking risks, being present, and learning lifelong skills that can be used on and off stage – all while sharing a lot of laughs together! No previous experience required, only an open mind and a willingness to say ‘Yes!”
This class is held at the Theater.
Instructor: Mike Devine
Tuition: $270

Adult Scene Study

Ages 18 and up
Monday
6:15-8:15

Are you committed to working on your craft and deepening your scene work skills? Are you a self-motivated actor ready to dedicate out-of-class time to rehearse your scene with your partner? Then this is the class for you! Over ten weeks, you will work in pairs on scripted material, challenging yourself as an artist and as a scene partner. Through this, you’ll identify your strengths and weaknesses as a performer, and leave this class with a deeper insight into your process. Be prepared to do your homework to get all the benefits. No Class 2/21
This class is held at the Theater.
Instructor: Nina Schuessler
Tuition: $270

Creative Drama on the Spectrum

Grades 1-6
Wednesday
4:00-5:00

Experience the magic and wonder of theater! This class offers a great introduction to theater games, improvisation, role play using voice and body, and collaborative drama activities designed to meet students where they are. We all have unique abilities and gifts so let’s have some drama fun! This class is designed to accommodate students on the Autism Spectrum but can be enjoyed by anyone with an open mind and a creative spirit! This is a weekly, one hour class (with a short break for a snack) running for 5 weeks. No class 1/24
This class meets at the Theatre.
Instructor: Anthony Teixeira
Tuition: $85

Technical Theatre Workshop

Grades 5-8
Wednesday
4:30-6:00

A hands-on workshop. Students work on specific projects based on their skill-level and age. In this workshop, students participate in set construction, scenic painting, lighting, props, and other technical aspects of our main stage productions. Wear your paint clothes! No class 2/21
This class will be held at the Theatre.
Instructor: Matt Kohler
Tuition: $200

Stage Management 101

Ages 14 and up
Wednesday
6:15-7:15

Stage managers? Who are they and what did they do? Come take a magical journey as we follow a stage managers daily routine from pre-production to the closing of a show. Students will learn the fundamentals of organizing, production meetings, rehearsals, tech week, and the calling of performances. This class includes outside classroom learning sessions that will be arranged with Katie. Students who took Katies class last year will receive a 50% discount.
This class will be held at the Theatre. No class 2/21
Instructor: Katie Graves
Tuition: $225

DANCE

Dance class are held in the Fall, Winter and Spring only

Tap for Beginners

Grades 2-6
Tuesday
3:45-4:45

This beginner class focuses on the fundamentals of Tap. Students
put beginning technique to work, learning new steps, rhythms, patterns, and combinations. It also focuses on the development of coordination, concentration, listening skills and develops confidence in form and technique. This class is held at the Arts Center. No class 2/20
Instructor: Terry Norgeot
Tuition: $170

Tap 5

Grades 7 – Adult
Tuesday
5:00-6:00

This advanced class includes proper warm-ups and stretches for the body, combined with across-the-floor progressions. This technique class will focus on faster and more intricate footwork. Students at this level will develop speed, clarity, dynamics, and the ability to execute complex rhythmic combinations. This is a performance class.
This class is held at the Arts Center. No Class 2/20
Instructor: Terry Norgeot
Tuition: $170

Tap 4

Grades 5-9
Wednesday
4:00-5:00

This class continues to focus on the fundamentals of Tap. Students put beginning technique to work, learning new steps, rhythms, patterns, and combinations. It also focuses on the development of coordination, concentration, listening skills, and self confidence. This is a performance class.
This class is held at the Arts Center. No class 2/21
Instructor: Terry Norgeot
Tuition: $170

Adult / Teen Tap

Grades 9 – Adult
Wednesday
5:15-6:15

2-3 years of prior tap experience. Includes an introduction to proper barre warm-ups and stretches for the body, combined with across the floor progressions and mini combinations. The class will concentrate on building confidence through mastering more difficult patterns and steps. This is a performance class. No class 2/21
This class is held at the Arts Center.
Instructor: Terry Norgeot
Tuition: $170

SpongeBob SquarePants February Vacation Week!

Monday – Friday
9:30-3:30

An action-packed week diving into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants! We are going to have the “Best Day Ever” with SpongeBob, Sandy, Patrick, and the whole Bikini Bottom gang! Will pirates spoil the fun? NO! Will a super sea star save the day? Find out when you join us for a “Bikini Bottom Boogie “workshop.
A final demonstration for family and friends will take place on the final day of the program at 3PM. Students will attend a 2PM matinee performance of our mainstage production of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are In A Play On Wednesday February 21st.
Mon, Wed, Fri will be held at the Theatre 105 Division St, West Harwich and Tue/Th will be at the Arts Center 265 Sisson Rd, Harwich Center.
Instructors: Matt Kohler & Emily Murray
Tuition: $480