Theatre

The CURTAIN IS UP and the STAGE IS SET for your child to be inspired by the magic of theatre!

2018 Spring Theatre Show “High School Musical Jr.”

It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes all find their cliques. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple causes an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.

Young Performers High School Musical Jr. (grades K-1)

Kids have their first chance to perform on stage. All children will attend weekly rehearsals to learn songs, dances, and scenes. The class includes acting, games, singing, and dancing. Each child enrolled receives a part, an audio file, and a script for personal practice. Final rehearsal is mandatory. Min 7/Max 40.

Dates: 12 weeks:* 2/6 – 5/8 (no class 3/27) Performance on 5/12
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:45-4:45 pm
Fee: $190.00
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Company, 847-997-1317
Location: Room 206

Performance Program High School Musical Jr. (grades 2-7)

All children will have the opportunity to perform in a musical theater production on stage. Actors rehearse weekly under the direction of our highly accredited vocal, dance, and drama instructors. The final performance includes original costumes, sound and set. Each child who auditions will receive a part, an audio file and a script for personal practice. Final and first rehearsal are mandatory. Min 7/Max 40.

Dates: 12 weeks:* 2/6 – 5/8 (no class 3/27) Performance on 5/12
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Fee: $290.00
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Company, 847-997-1317
Location: Room 206

NEW! Musical Theatre Tots! Princess and the Pea (PERFORMANCE ON STAGE!) (ages 3 -5 yrs)

Children will delight in performing the tale of a Princess and a Pea. They will embark on a magical journey which shows us that true royalty comes from courage. All while singing, dancing and acting in a final show made for the spotlight! Make new friends, connect to the musical theatre, and build a community of young artists. Through the arts, young children develop social, language, physical, and cognitive skills. Costumes are provided at the final performance. Min 6/Max 20.

Dates: 12 weeks:* 2/6 – 5/8 (no class 3/27) Performance on 5/12
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Fee: $190.00
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Company, 847-997-1317
Location: Room 206

NEW! Just Improv! (grades 2-6)

Are you an aspiring young Fey or Fallon? Learn the improv skills from First Line Freeze to Jump Emotions to Sphinx; and how to build scenes spontaneously in this fast paced and fun class. We will work on skills that will get you out of your head and into your imagination, the concept of “yes, and,” the importance of ensemble. Parents and friends are invited to join us for the last 15 minutes of the last day. The only materials required for this class are an open mind and a sense of adventure! Min 4/Max 20.

Dates:
Session I: 2/6 – 3/13
Session II: 4/3 – 5/8
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00 pm -8:00 pm
Fee: $104.00 per session
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Company, 847-997-1317
Location: Room 206

Showbiz Kids Days (ages 3 1/2-6 yrs)

Does your little one love to act, sing and dance as characters from your favorite musicals? Students will dance, and sing and be introduced as they learn techniques centered on theme. Using props, costumes, theatre games and movement, children will develop knowledge, skill and understanding of musical theatre. Min 6/Max 20

Dates:
Session I: 2/6 – 3/13
Session II: 4/3 – 5/8
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 11:35-12:35 pm
Fee: $104.00
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Company, 847-997-1317
Location: Dance Studio