Acting for Young People's Spring Musical Showcase:
Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS
For Ages 7-18
(other ages by permission of instructor)
Roles for students of all ages, singers & non-singers alike!
Music and Lyrics by
Robert B. Sherman & Richard M. Sherman,
Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-Lopez
Music Adapted & Arranged and Additional Music by
Will Van Dyke
Book by
Cheryl Davis
Based on the stories of A.A. Milne
and the 2011 Disney Animated feature film
Directed by Candice Cooper
Musical Direction by Patrick Magill
Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the classic characters and their many new friends learn about teamwork and friendship.
This production provides a unique opportunity for our young and advanced actors to work together, and will have its performances in the annual Fairfax Spotlight on the Arts Festival!
Cost: $350
Includes all rehearsals and performance weekend,
show T-shirt & two complimentary tickets
Dates: Saturday Rehearsals: February 11th – April 28th
(No rehearsals Saturdays, March 31st or April 7th)
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
students should bring a light lunch for their break
Rehearsal location: AFYP Classroom Studios/Potomac Arts Academy
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Performance Location: Stacy C. Sherwood Center
3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax VA 22030
Performances: Saturday, May 5th & Sunday, May 6th
Tickets go on sale in mid-February, and are available for $5 each. They may be ordered in advance or purchased at the door.
NEW! For our youngest actors:
The Mini Winnies!
For ages 5 – 6
Taught by Mary Lechter with Candice Cooper & Patrick Magill
It's business as usual in the Hundred Acre Wood. Pooh wakes up absolutely famished and he happens to have no honey. So that sets him out on his journey, which is ultimately derailed-first by a contest to find Eeyore a new tail.
With the timeless charm, wit and whimsy of the original story, this all-new adaptation will be performed before our production of Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS. This class encourages students to use their imaginations in a fun and safe environment as well as gaining confidence as they learn the process of putting on a play! This class will also get the opportunity to perform in a theatre – an excellent training ground for the Young Actors Showcase!
Cost: $185
Includes all rehearsals and performance weekend, show T-shirt & two complimentary tickets
Dates: Saturday Rehearsals: February 11th – April 28th
(No rehearsals Saturdays, March 31st or April 7th)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon
Rehearsal location: AFYP Classroom Studios/Potomac Arts Academy
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Performance Location: Stacy C. Sherwood Center
3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax VA 22030
Performances: Saturday, May 5th & Sunday, May 6th
Tickets go on sale in mid-February, and are available for $5 each. They may be ordered in advance or purchased at the door.
Film Actors Showcase
For Ages 10+
HOLLYWOOD TAKE TWO
Written and Directed by Dannie Snyder & Lisa Nanni-Messegee
Do you wish you could have been in Harry Potter? Or Pirates of the Caribbean? Or Glee?! Then this is the class for you! Experience the thrill of playing famous characters in brand new screenplays! In HOLLYWOOD TAKE TWO, students learn the film business and how to act on camera by starring in scenes from original sequels and re-makes of their favorite films and shows.
FILM ACTORS SHOWCASE:
Students discover the differences between acting on stage and acting on a movie set by actually performing in a short film. Students will have the opportunity to apply basic acting techniques, while utilizing their new knowledge of camera angles, shot lists, storyboards, and much more! Upon finishing the course, students will receive a DVD of their film, which will serve as a great starting piece for their resume, school projects and more.
Cost: $250
Includes shooting and screening dates and complimentary DVD copy of film
Dates: Saturday Film Shoots: February 11th - April 21st
(No filming Saturdays, March 31st or April 7th )
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Filming Location: AFYP Classroom Studios/Potomac Arts Academy
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Film Screening Date & Location: Friday, April 27th at 7 p.m.
AFYP Classroom Studios/Potomac Arts Academy
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Audition Techniques
For Ages 10+
(Younger students by permission of instructor)
Taught by Lisa Nanni-Messegee
Advanced and customized audition preparation class for the serious actor interested in taking things to the next level. A must for anyone planning on auditioning to get into a college or university theatre program. Also ideal for the student actor who wants to improve their technique for school plays, regional and community theatre auditions. The class will focus on both cold readings and prepared monologues. Every student will leave with a monologue to use for auditions.
Cost: $130
Dates: Saturdays February 11th, February 18th, February 25th and March 3rd (4 weeks only)
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Class Location: AFYP Classroom Studios/Potomac Arts Academy
4260 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
A note about our online registration system: Returning families will be able to log in to their account and obtain a password. If you are interested in taking a class that is not in or near your child's age range, please contact Mary to discuss.