ADULT CONNECTION | Adult 16+
The Adult Connection is specifically designed to discover the actor in you in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you’ve never been on the stage before, or just want to brush up on your acting skills by reinforcing fundamental acting techniques, these courses will provide the tools necessary to succeed on the stage. Classes focus not only on providing valuable theatrical skills which bridge into your professional life, but also an incredible way to socialize and build connections with other adults.
SESSION 2
Nov 11 – Dec 16 | Tue | 6:30-8:00pm
Acting 2: Scene Study & Character Development
ADULT 16+
Working with monologues and scenes from award winning plays, this course is designed to continue your training and to connect physically and emotionally to the text. Dive deep into the context of a play and its characters by defining the core given circumstances in order to carve out a performance that is clear and precise. Designed to focus on the individual’s growth, this class is great to take for several terms!
$200
SESSION 2
Nov 12 – Dec 17 | Wed | 6:15pm-7:15pm
Jazz & Musical Theatre (Intermediate)
ADULT 16+
If you have a passion for musical theatre dance with a jazzy flair, this class is for you! You will learn basic and intermediate musical theatre dance steps while infusing them with jazz style. The class will progress by combining these steps into choreography. You will then use these combinations to dance to your favorite musical theatre jazz songs. This class is designed to help you build your confidence and improve your technique in jazz and musical theatre dancing. Please note that leather dance shoes are required.
$135
SESSION 2
Nov 12 – Dec 17 | Wed | 7:30pm-8:30pm
Adult Tap Dance
ADULT 16+
If you want to learn how to tap dance—or have had some tap at any point in your life—this class is for you! We will start with the basics, review beginning and intermediate tap steps and focus on technique. These steps will be used in tap combinations and incorporated into a dance routine. This class is designed to help you build confidence in your tap dancing, as well as improve your technique and skills. Tap shoes are required.
$135
SESSION 3
Feb 3 – Mar 10 | Tue | 6:30-8:00pm
The Art of Improv
ADULT 16+
Learn how to build exciting stories, create fascinating characters and present them in the most awe-inspiring way. This class is all about jumping in, having fun, playing hard, working together and finding your voice. This class offers the no fear approach to acting without a script all while mastering the improv skill of “Yes, and…” in a safe and creative environment.
$200
SESSION 3
Feb 4 – Mar 11 | Wed | 6:15-7:15pm
Intro to Musical Theatre Dance
ADULT 16+
Intro to Musical Theatre Dance: No matter what your age is, it is never too late to learn to dance. If you love musical theatre, this class is an excellent opportunity to nurture your passion while gaining confidence and refining your movement technique! This class will guide you through the basic musical theatre dance steps and how to succeed through complex dance combinations to several Broadway standards. Leather dance shoes are required.
$135
SESSION 3
Feb 4 – Mar 11 | Wed | 7:30-8:30pm
Intermediate Tap Dance
ADULT 16+
If you have previously taken tap dance classes at any point in your life, this class is for you! Dust off your tap shoes and bring them to class. We will review both beginning and intermediate tap steps while focusing on technique. These steps will be used in tap combinations and incorporated into a dance routine. This class is designed to help you build confidence in your tap dancing, as well as improve your technique and skills. Tap shoes are required.
$135
SESSION 4
Apr 14- May 19| Tue | 6:30-8:00pm
Advanced Adult Performance Workshop
ADULT 16+
Designed for those adults who have experienced our Acting or Improv classes. This series of workshops guides our students through more challenging material while emboldening them to take risks, trust their instincts, and perform in the moment. Students will work through the full process of analyzing a script, exploring the character through the rehearsal process, and feeling the impact a live audience brings to the final product. This class is meant for those who are ready for the next stage of their acting journey.
$200
SESSION 4
Apr 15- May 20| Wed | 6:15-7:15pm
Jazz and Musical Theatre (Intermediate)
ADULT 16+
If you have a passion for musical theatre dance with a jazzy flair, this class is for you! You will learn basic and intermediate musical theatre dance steps while infusing them with jazz style. The class will progress by combining these steps into choreography. You will then use these combinations to dance to your favorite musical theatre jazz songs. This class is designed to help you build your confidence and improve your technique in jazz and musical theatre dancing. Please note that leather dance shoes are required.
$135
SESSION 4
Apr 15- May 20| Wed | 7:30-8:30pm
Advanced Tap Dance
ADULT 16+
This class is for individuals who have experience in tap dancing or have previously taken the intermediate tap class. The course will review intermediate-level tap steps and guide you in mastering advanced tap steps and various types of turns. Emphasis will be placed on improving tap technique. The steps and turns learned will be used in different tap combinations and eventually incorporated into a dance. This class aims to build your confidence in advanced tap dancing while enhancing your skills and technique. Tap shoes are required.
$135
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
South Bend Civic Theatre’s mission and core value is that every human, no matter financial situation or status, should be able to experience and grow through arts education. Through the generosity from patrons, local organizations, and grants we are pleased to offer scholarships to interested students who need financial assistance with class tuition.
- If your family’s household income is less than $55,000, you are eligible to apply for financial assistance for South Bend Civic Theatre’s classes and camps. Please note that awards may be available at a higher income level, however, priority is given to families with incomes below $55,000. Proof of the previous year’s annual income in the form of a free/reduced lunch certificate from the school, a tax return, or current pay stubs must be provided if requested by the South Bend Civic Theatre administration.
- Since Funds are limited, scholarships are awarded on a first come first serve basis.
- If scholarships run out for a session, students will be placed on a waiting list to receive tuition assistance once funds become available.
- Scholarship assistance will be only eligible for one student, one class, and one session at a time. If you would like to register for an additional class or camp, an additional session, or another child in your household, complete your first order including payment. If scholarship funds are still available after all eligible participants have been finalized for the session, you may register additional students or classes utilizing scholarship funds.
- South Bend Civic Theatre believes that each participant should demonstrate a level of commitment to the program.
- SBCT rarely offers 100% scholarship because we want those participating to “buy into” the program. Even though a family may only be required to pay a reduced amount as low as $15.00, we believe that this amount shows a shared commitment to the work.
- Special circumstances are always considered in any final decisions when it comes to offering financial assistance.
What happens if I want to cancel my registration into a class?
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CANCELLATION POLICY:
- All classes and workshops must have at least 6 participants registered; enrollment lower than six will result in a class cancellation.
- Cancellation 14 days or more prior to the start of classes: Full tuition will be reimbursed.
- Cancellation less than 14 days or more prior to the start of classes: Tuition can be transferred to another class, no refund but must be used in the same calendar year.
- Cancellation after the start of classes: No refund or transfer
- SBCT reserves the right to cancel a class if enrollment is insufficient. Any tuition paid will be refunded in full.
- No refund or make-up classes will be provided for classes canceled due to inclement weather.
- SBCT classes may not necessarily be canceled on days that area schools are closed due to weather conditions. SBCT will make a cancellation determination no less than 2-hours before the start of a class. SBCT will notify all class participants via email if classes are canceled due to inclement weather.