Great news! Encouraged by growing community interest, Starlight continues to expand its roster of classes for youth of all ages and interests. In addition to our classes offered at Starlight Theatre, some of our classes will now be taught in the Northland! Click here to check out our spring class offerings with the Park Hill Community Education Program or call 816-359-4060 for more information and/or to register for the Park Hill classes.
Simply scroll down to explore all of the exciting classes that Starlight has to offer this spring!
Registration forms:
The following registration forms are for classes that will be held at Starlight Theatre.
(To register for classes at Park Hill, call 816-359-4060.)
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Pre-K - Grade 2
Creative Movement (Ages 3 - 5)
This fun beginner class will emphasize coordination skills through movement with music. Toddlers will move to energetic children’s songs while learning basic dance techniques, rhythm, stretching and theatrical movement.
Saturdays, Feb. 7 - March 14; 9 - 9:45 a.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $98
Act It Up (Ages 3 - 5)
In this energetic drama class, students will enjoy a warm-up, theatre and movement games, storytelling and acting out the day’s story. They will be introduced to many aspects of theatre and learn to work in a group.
Tuesdays, Feb. 10 - March 17; 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. OR
Wednesdays, Feb. 11 - March 18; 1 - 1:45 p.m. (both at Starlight)
Cost: $98
Once Upon Starlight (Ages 6 - 8)
In this creative class, students will be introduced to the concept and creation of “story” through activities and games. The class will create its very own fairy tale scene for parents to watch. Students will learn basic acting skills, gain confidence and learn to work collaboratively.
Mondays, Feb. 9 - March 16; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $98
Grades 3 - 8
Theatrical Movement (Grades 3 - 5)
This class is for the budding actor who wants to explore using his/her body as a theatrical instrument. Students will learn to creatively express themselves through the use of stretching, movement and dance exercises, including basic musical theatre dance steps, while honing poise and presentation skills.
Saturdays, Feb. 7 - March 14; 10 - 11 a.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $98
Sing Out (Grades 3 - 5)Ready for a fun and relaxed introduction to singing? Students will learn basic musicianship, including breath control and projection, while singing songs that energize their bodies and celebrate their voices.
Mondays, March 2 - April 13; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Tuesdays, March 3 - April 14; 6 - 7 p.m. (at Park Hill)Cost: $98
Introduction to Acting (Grades 3 - 5)
In this fun beginner class, students will learn to express themselves using their voice, body and imagination. They will also build confidence and explore the world of acting. The end of the session will include script work.
Wednesdays, Feb. 11 - March 25; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Wednesdays, Feb. 18 - April 1; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (at Park Hill)
Cost: $98
Show Stoppers (Grades 6 - 8)
This class is for students who want to learn songs from Broadway’s most popular musicals. Ensemble vocal skills and performance will be the focus, with some individual solo work included.
Mondays, March 2 - April 13; 6:45-7:45 p.m. (at Starlight)
Tuesdays, March 3 - April 14; 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. (at Park Hill)
Cost: $98
Theatre 101 (Grades 6 - 8)
This class emphasizes basic concepts of theatre performance, including theatrical vocabulary, movement and acting techniques. Students will participate and explore to gain an understanding of theatre and what it means to work collaboratively. They will memorize, recite and create mini-performances of short texts.
Mondays, Feb. 16 - March 30; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Mondays, Feb. 23 - April 6; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (at Park Hill)
Cost: $98
NEW! Starlight Youth Companies
GRADES 4 - 8
Starlight Theatre is excited to launch a new line of class programming, our Youth Companies. These groups are for the serious theatre student who wants to really dive into some exciting work. Students will work closely together to form their own unique theatre troupe and through ensemble activities in acting, movement and voice, they will create an original piece of theatre. In a safe, supportive and encouraging atmosphere, this class will teach students how to be active
participants in both the creation and performance of live theatre, and as a result, will help them become more active participants in their own lives.Students will perform their original piece for parents during the last class.
Youth Company I (Grades 4 - 5)
Mondays, Jan. 26 - March 23; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Youth Company II (Grades 6 - 8)
Tuesdays, Jan. 27 - March 24; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $145
High School
Vocal Technique and Auditioning
This is the perfect choice for those looking to improve their vocal technique and auditioning skills. In this class, students will work on vocals while learning appropriate Broadway songs for auditions. They will gain understanding of what directors and casting agents look for in musical theatre auditions. Résumés and photos will also be discussed.
Saturdays, Feb. 21 & 28; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Saturdays, Feb. 21 & 28; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (at Park Hill)
Cost: $98
So, You Think I Can Dance?
Students will gain confidence as they learn the basic dance steps used by Broadway’s greatest choreographers. This workshop will be structured around movement to strengthen coordination and
control for actors. Students will also be evaluated, coached and prepared to do a dance audition with confidence.
Saturdays, Feb. 7 & 14; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $145
Cold Readings*
Using contemporary material, students will stretch and deepen their performance skills through scene work and cold readings. They also will participate in a mock-professional audition and callback, helping students arrive more prepared at auditions for professional, community and university theatres.
Saturdays, March 7 & 14; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $145
Scene Study*
This class will require work with scene partners and out-of-class preparation. Students must have a memorized, age-appropriate one-minute monologue for the mock audition. Participants will prepare for auditions and future scene study courses in college.
Saturdays, March 21 & 28; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $145
*The cost for combined enrollment in Cold Readings & Scene Study is $270.
Stage Management
This class will introduce students to the professional world of stage management--the essential link between the various branches of a theatre production and company. This class will teach students how to manage rehearsals, actors, directors, designers, props and costume fi ttings, as well as the performances on stage. They will also learn how to create and manage a well-organized prompt book and provide tips on dealing with challenging situations.
Mondays, Feb. 9 - March 30; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (at Starlight)
Cost: $98
Registration will continue until one week prior to the start of class.
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