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2019 Fall Class Sampler


Saturday, September 7, 2019
9:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.*
Check-in starts at 9:30 a.m.
Geared for families with children ages 12 months – Grade 5
Registration is FREE!


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Try a sample class on us! These sample activities will give you a taste of what a full length class this fall will look like.

Sample classes are about 20 minutes in length and will cover some of the activities your child will do during the semester. Parents are asked to join the samplers for children in grades 2 or younger. Parents of campers in grades 3 or older are welcome to observe the sampler, but not required. All parents (of students any age) are required to stay in the building while their child is attending a class.

Please note: The description included for each sampler is the description for the class during the semester.

There is a two-class limit for each child. Pre-registration is now closed. There is no waitlist for Sold Out sample classes ahead of time, but walk-ups day-of are welcome (as space permits) on a first come first served basis. The building will be open at 9:15 a.m. with check-in for the first round of sample classes beginning at 9:30, and there will be plenty of free activities for you and your family to partake in as you wait for a spot to open up.


AGES 1-5 YEARS

Saturday Song Circle
Ages 1-5 Years
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #1


You and your child are invited to a fun, interactive musical experience! An Early Childhood teaching artist explores a popular children’s book with your family through song, musical instruments, and movement.


AGES 12-23 MONTHS

You & Me: Under the Sea
Ages 12-23 Months
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #2


Splish, splash! Explore the depths of the ocean with us as we use dramatic play, music, movement, and props to tell a new ocean story each week. Help Hermit Crab build his home or see if Rainbow Fish will give you a sparkly scale. Our creative, multi-sensory play approach promotes a child’s development of language and motor skills while encouraging cooperative play. Come jump in the waves with us!

You & Me: Jungle Boogie
Ages 12-23 Months
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #3


Does your child love to get up and explore? Come boogie woogie in the jungle with us where we encourage learning through movement and multi-sensory play. Using simple props, music, and creative drama, you and your child strengthen your bond while exploring the world of wildlife with a new jungle story each week. Each new story and lesson poses new questions for your child, which helps to build basic problem-solving skills. Our creative, multi-sensory play approach promotes a child’s development of language and motor skills while encouraging associative play.


AGES 24-36 MONTHS

You & Me: Jungle Boogie
Ages 24-36 Months
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #4


Does your child love to get up and explore? Come boogie woogie in the jungle with us where we encourage learning through movement and multi-sensory play. Using simple props, music, and creative drama, you and your child strengthen your bond while exploring the world of wildlife with a new jungle story each week. Each new story and lesson poses new questions for your child, which helps to build basic problem-solving skills. Our creative, multi-sensory play approach promotes a child’s development of language and motor skills while encouraging associative play.

You & Me: Creating with Color
Ages 24-36 Months
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #5


Why are there so many songs about rainbows? Maybe because everyone loves color! Join us as we use dramatic play, music, movement, and props to explore stories about color each week. If red means STOP then green must mean GO! Find out “What Makes a Rainbow” or “Plant a Rainbow” with us and learn about the garden through color. Our creative, multi-sensory play approach promotes a child’s development of language and motor skills while encouraging associative play.


AGES 3-4

IStage Littlest Dancers
Ages 3-4
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #6


Calling all movers and groovers! In this fusion class, students explore the basics of ballet and jazz through movement games and dramatic play. Students use simple props to create new characters, move through imaginary settings, and learn basic dance technique. Students also explore popular stories through dance, helping to make connections between imaginative worlds and their own movements while working on skills such as rhythm, spatial awareness, and active listening. These classes encourage creative expression and promote confidence and self-esteem.

Fairytale Magic
Ages 3-4
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #7


Fairytale favorites such as The Three Little Pigs, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood are just some of the many fairytales that are waiting to be acted out! Using storytelling and dramatic play, students explore their favorite fairytales and bring them to life using basic theatre techniques such as tableaux, spoken word, and pantomime. Students gain an understanding of basic story structure while gaining confidence, building self-esteem, and working on their active listening and sharing skills.

Drama and Music
Ages 3-4
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #8


Creative drama and music are integrated in this fusion class. Using stories with classic themes and lessons, students make connections between imaginative worlds and their own life experiences. Students bring these stories to life – or even create their own stories and characters – using songs, dramatic play, and simple props and costumes. Children are introduced to pattern and rhythm through beginner music lessons, instrument play, and creative movement to music. These classes encourage creative expression while promoting confidence and self-esteem.

Disney Drama
Ages 3-4
12:15 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Sampler #9


Who hasn’t dreamt of being Elsa as she creates her ice castle or Aladdin riding on his magic carpet? Your dreams can come true – just wish upon a star! Using their bodies, voices, minds, and imaginations, students work together to act out their favorite Disney tales. Students dance until the clock strikes twelve like Cinderella or roar as loud as Simba, all while using creative drama, music, and visual art to bring these magical stories to life.


AGES 4-5

Pirates and Mermaids
Ages 4-5
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #10


Avast, ye mateys! Batten down the hatches and beware of the mystical mermaids and tricky pirates that dwell in this creative drama class. Students adventure on the high seas as they use their actor’s tools (body, voice, mind, and imagination) to explore a new story about ocean adventures each week. Whether hunting for buried treasure or going on a quest to save a magical mermaid, students have a swashbuckling good time while also working on skills such as active listening and sharing. These creative drama classes encourage creative expression while promoting confidence and self-esteem.

Magic Suitcase
Ages 4-5
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #11


What will we find in our Magic Suitcase? Take a look inside for curious clues as to where we’re off to today! Perhaps it’s a chilly trip to the Arctic or a sunny trip to the beach! Students work together to explore stories that coordinate with the destination of the day through dramatic play, movement, and even a little music and visual art. Students also use simple props and prompts to create characters and bring stories to life. Classes encourage creative expression and promote self-esteem while working on skills such as active listening, problem-solving, and sharing. So pack your suitcases and join us on a magical journey!

Broadway Boogie
Ages 4-5
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #12


Get those boogie-woogie shoes ready to step into some fun! Whether banding against Ms. Hannigan with Annie, leaping with Simba, or flying with Peter Pan, students build body awareness and self-esteem in this beginner dance and creative movement class. Using golden age classics and contemporary musical tunes, children explore dance steps used on the Broadway stage, learning about rhythm and character as they move. These classes encourage creative expression and promote confidence in your young artist. It’s never a hard knock life when you can dance away the gloom!


GRADES K-1

Hip-Hop Dance Crew
Grades K-1
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #13


This high-energy class uses fun and age-appropriate pop music to introduce young children to the basic elements of rhythm and hip-hop dance. Teaching artists draw from popular music and stories to help students use movement and choreography to tell a story. Dancers develop skills in rhythm work, body isolations, and choreography, as well as free-style dancing aimed at developing their own hip-hop style. Class work culminates with an informal sharing at the end of the semester.

Creative Drama: Superheroes
Grades K-1
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #14


In our very own “Superhero Academy,” students use their bodies, voices, minds, and imaginations to save the day as they create their own superhero characters. The class uses dramatic play, visual arts, and movement to teach story structure and original character building. There is no stopping them as they embark on this great superhero adventure! A sharing of student work is performed for families during the final session.

Musical Theatre: Broadway Adventures
Grades K-1
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #15


In this class, students are introduced to fun vocal warm-ups that promote healthy singing practices as well as musical concepts of rhythm, melody, and pitch. Students also participate in creative drama activities designed to explore character and story and develop an understanding of how to convey a story through songs. Students apply these skills to fun musical numbers from Broadway hits such as (but not limited to) Annie, Frozen, or The Little Mermaid. Students have the opportunity to perform these musical selections during their final class in an informal sharing in the classroom.

Creative Drama: Magic Tree House
Grades K-1
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #16


Students use the actor’s tools of body, voice, mind, and imagination to join Jack and Annie on their adventures in their magic tree house. Using this popular book series, students develop an understanding of character, setting, and plot to create their own dramatic adventures – perhaps the next Jack and Annie adventure! Students work as an ensemble to bring these stories to life by using dramatic play, improvisation, movement, and visual art. A sharing of student work is performed for families during the final session.

Creative Drama: Story Explorers
Grades K-1
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #17


Dive into a different story each week while using your creativity – become the giant who saves the day or create a story where the wolf is the good guy! This class brings the students’ imagination to life as they explore story structure while building on their actor’s tools of body, voice, mind, and imagination. Students are introduced to the concept of character motivation while learning to work in an ensemble, communicate ideas, and take direction. An informal sharing of their work is performed for families during the final session.


GRADES 2-3

Creative Drama: Create Your Own Adventure
Grades 2-3
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #18


In this skill-building class, students work on developing original characters, settings, and adventures! What if the story has an alternate ending? What if the Princess didn’t eat the poisonous apple or the King wasn’t jealous of his son? Students explore different choices characters make while learning about character motivation. Students also learn to communicate ideas and take direction in an ensemble-driven environment. An informal sharing of their work is performed for families during the final class.

Dance: Frozen
Grades 2-3
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #19


This dance class draws from the popular movie and Broadway Musical, Frozen! Students learn the basics of musical theatre dance technique while developing performance skills, portraying character, and rehearsing choreographed routines. The class culminates in one or two choreographed dances to be shared with family and friends on the last day of class.

Musical Theatre: Broadway 101
Grades 2-3
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 p.m.
Sampler #20


Learn the basics of what it takes to act, sing, and dance in a musical. This dynamic class engages students through hands-on activities that develop foundational musical theatre skills in singing, character building, and dance while applying those skills to ensemble/group numbers from popular Broadway shows, chosen for their focus on story and character. Students have the opportunity to perform two or three musical numbers for families on the final day of class.

Comedy Kids
Grades 2-3
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #21


Here’s a chance to be the class clown! In this class, students explore different forms of comedy such as clowning, improvisation, and pantomimes. Students work together to create short comic scenes using their actor’s tools of body, voice, mind, and imagination. All should come prepared to learn and laugh! An informal sharing of student work is performed for families on the final day of the semester.

Intro to Acting
Grades 2-3
12:15 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Sampler #22


Young actors learn how to use their actor’s tools (body, voice, mind, and imagination) and gain an understanding of how to create characters, relationships, objectives, and a sense of “where” in a scene. Applying skills to short scenes, students also learn the importance of collaboration and risk taking. An informal sharing of student work is performed for families during the final class.


GRADES 4-5

FUNdamentals of Musical Theatre
Grades 4-5
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #23


This class marks the beginning of the musical theatre track at Imagination Stage! This class combines two of the three disciplines that make up the art of musical theatre: acting and singing. In FUNdamentals of Musical Theatre, students work on creating believable characters for the stage as well as developing singing skills. Students participate in fun acting activities that focus on realistic actions and reactions. Students build basic vocal technique by developing healthy singing practices, warm-up routines, and musicianship skills. Through games and activities, students build a strong and caring ensemble and create an environment of trust where they can effectively explore, make big choices, and take risks! At the end of the semester, students share two to four musical theatre selections from popular Broadway musicals. Their work on these song selections utilizes the skills they have been learning throughout the semester and is shared for families on the last day of class.

FUNdamentals of Acting
Grades 4-5
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #24


This class marks the beginning of the Acting Technique Track at Imagination Stage! Acting technique classes hone skills that are vital to performing on stage. In FUNdamentals of Acting, students focus on creating sustainable and believable characters and truthful actions for the stage. Students participate in a variety of fun exercises that work on physical control, human behavior observations, and realistic actions and reactions. Through games and activities, students build a strong and caring ensemble and create an environment of trust where they can effectively explore, make big choices, and take risks! Students rehearse and perform short scenes, utilizing the skills they have been learning throughout the semester and perform them in an informal sharing for families on the final day of class.

Improv Comedy Club
Grades 4-5
12:15 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Sampler #25


Improvisation is the art of acting without a script. In this fun and active class, students exercise their creativity and develop skills that allow them to be spontaneous and adaptable on stage. Students are challenged to collaborate in theatre games and short-form scenes and create dynamic characters, environments, relationships, and story—all on the spot! Through games and activities, students build a strong and caring ensemble with their fellow classmates to create an environment of trust where they can effectively explore, make big choices, and take risks. Class work culminates in an informal sharing of improv games where students have the opportunity to demonstrate the skills they have been developing throughout the semester.


* Schedule is subject to change



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