CLASSES
The last day to register and pay for classes is Tuesday, September 3rd 2024. Classes require a minimum of seven students to run. HCT reserves the right to cancel any courses that do not meet the registration minimum.
HCT is committed to making theatre education accessible to all. If you require information about scholarships, please contact the Education Director, Kelsey Kott HERE
Sept 10 - Oct 29
Tuesdays 4 - 5 PM
Public Speaking
(ages 10 - 17)
In this class, students will study the art of speech. Students will write and perform a series of short speeches throughout the semester. Students will work on becoming more comfortable performing in front of an audience, as well as developing a strong speaking voice by studying projection, enunciation, and vocal variety. This is a wonderful option for students that are interested in theatre, but may be shy and need to work on building confidence before feeling ready to audition for a play. There will be a performance for friends and family on the last day of class.
$125 for 8 weeks plus two ticket vouchers to any mainstage show in our current season
Sept 10 - Oct 29
Tuesdays 6 -7 PM
Public Speaking for Adults
(ages 18+)
In this class, students will study the art of speech as it relates to their everyday lives. Students will practice job interviews, demonstrations, and other special occasion speeches. Students will work on becoming more comfortable performing in front of an audience, as well as developing a strong speaking voice by studying projection, enunciation, and vocal variety. There will be a performance for friends and family on the last day of class.
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$125 for 8 weeks plus two ticket vouchers to any mainstage show in our current season
Sept 11- Oct 30
Wednesdays 4 - 5 PM
Intro to Theatre
(ages 8 -14)
In this class, students will study the craft of acting and the various design elements that theatre-makers use to tell a story. Students will explore the three actors’ tools (mind, body, and voice) through a series of games and exercises to develop the characters they will inhabit throughout the semester. Students will put together two performances throughout the semester; a monologue and a paired scene which friends and family will be invited to. Students will work on memorization for these performances, as well as make design choices for the costumes, props, set, lighting, and sound.
$125 for 8 weeks plus two ticket vouchers to any mainstage show in our current season
Sept 12 - Oct 29 (+Oct 30*)
Thursdays 7 -8:30 PM
Improvisation for Adults
*Our last class will take place on Wednesday, October 30th instead of Thursday, October 31st to accommodate the Halloween holiday.
(ages 18+)
In this class, students will study the theory behind improvisation. This class is perfect for adults who are looking to have some fun with a new group of friends one night a week and have always wanted to give improvisation a try! Do you remember Whose Line Is It Anyway? They made improv look so easy, but students will learn that there is a whole method behind creating characters and building a scene based off of audience suggestions. There will be a performance for friends and family on the last day of class.
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$150 for 8 weeks plus two ticket vouchers to any mainstage show in our current season
Sept 12 - Oct 31
Thursdays 4 - 5:30 PM
Improvisation
(ages 10 -17)
In this class, students will study the theory behind improvisation. Many believe that improvisation requires performers to be able to think fast, but that is not the case. Students will learn that there is a way to structure every improv scene, no matter what the audience suggestion is! Students will explore the art of improvisation through a series of games that will allow students to unleash their creativity. This is a great option for students that are interested in theatre but may struggle with memorization; students do not need to memorize a thing! There will be a performance for friends and family on the last day of class.
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$150 for 8 weeks plus two ticket vouchers to any mainstage show in our current season
Ongoing
Private Lessons
(all ages)
Private lessons are available upon request. This is a great option for anyone who is preparing for college auditions or just prefers a 1:1 setting. Schedule to be determined by the Education Director and client.
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$20 per hour (does NOT include ticket vouchers)