SANTA PAULA THEATER CENTER ANNOUNCES
SPRING/SUMMER CONSERVATORY ACTING CLASSES
THE SANTA PAULA THEATER CENTER ACTING CONSERVATORY is announcing four classes on the BackStage to be taught by industry professionals who are also familiar faces on the SPTC Stage. Instructor bios are available on request. Acting with Intent is an adult acting class taught by Taylor Kasch running Monday afternoons from 2 - 5 PM OR Monday evenings from 7 - 10 PM on April 21 - June 9, 2025 (Presentation Night.) The Young Actors’ Studio is an acting class for teens ages 12 - 19 taught by Jessi May Stevenson, running Tuesdays from 3 - 5 PM from June 24 - July 29, 2025, with a showcase to follow the last class at 6 PM. Story to Stage is an acting class for ages 8 - 11 taught by Suzy Thatcher, running Mondays from 3:00 - 4:30 PM from June 16 - July 28, 2025, with a production on August 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Spine and the Spark Short Play Writing Class is taught by James James, running Wednesday afternoons 2 - 5 PM or evenings from 7 - 10 PM June 25 - August 6, 2025, with a showcase to follow August 13 (evening class) or August 20 (day class), 2025.
Acting with Intent is an adult acting class for actors of all experience levels and ages. Instructor Taylor Kasch, an award-winning actor and director, creates an environment that is perfect for the experienced thespian to hone their skills or the
beginning actor to learn the basics of acting in a supportive atmosphere. The series includes 7 classes, 1 private coaching session, and will culminate with a showcase performance. Information or registration can be obtained by contacting
Taylor directly at 805-201-5066 or via email at [email protected]. Class size is limited. Cost for the 7 sessions and showcase is $200.
The Young Actors’ Studio taught by SPTC’s Artistic Director Jessi May Stevenson, will provide a safe, nurturing, creative space for young actors to explore their craft with authenticity and confidence. Using various monologues and scenes, the students will discover how to use their experiences and imagination to create a fully developed character. They will learn how to make specific, bold, and inventive choices in an atmosphere of creative play and self- discovery. This class will teach young artists about warming up their instrument, character development, script analysis, emotional recall, pursuing actions/objectives, creating truth in the moment, authentic listening skills and audition techniques. The class will have a showcase performance following its completion. Information or registration can be obtained by contacting Jessi directly at [email protected]. Class size is limited. Scholarships are available. Cost for the 6 week series and showcase is $120.
In the Story to Stage class taught by Suzy Thatcher, we will use improvisation and theater games to build ensemble, hone focus, develop listening skills, explore movement, access imagination, develop storytelling techniques, and create characters. Over 8 weeks we will audition, cast a show using a children's storybook, write an extended script, or utilize an original script written by a local student. Students will learn about the roles involved in planning and producing a
play such as how to utilize the stage, sets, props, lighting, sound effects, and costumes to bring a story to life. The class will culminate in a staged production with an invited audience. Information or registration can be obtained by
contacting Suzy directly at [email protected]. Class size is limited. Cost for the 7-week series and performance is $150.
In The Spine and the Spark Short Play Writing Class taught by James James, students will learn the fundamentals of playwriting while creating a short play ready for submission to festivals. Through writing exercises, feedback sessions,
and peer collaboration, students will learn how to develop compelling stories, write authentic dialogue, and bring their unique voices to life on stage. The class will have a staged reading of selected scenes following its completion.
Information or registration can be obtained by contacting James directly at [email protected]. Class size is limited. Cost for the 6-week series and showcase is $120.
From painting workshops to concerts to magic shows to great plays – there’s always something happening at the Santa Paula Theater Center! For more information, visit our website at www.santapaulatheatercenter.org. Season tickets
also available to purchase! Coming up next on the Main Stage is THE COTTAGE by Sandy Rustin, April 11 - May 11, 2025. A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE by Tennessee Willams, June 20 - July 20, 2025. AMERICAN SON, August 29. - September 28, 2005 and THE FARNDALE AVENUE HOUSING ESATETOWNSWOMAN’S DRAMATIC SOCIETY’S PRODUCTION OF A
CHRISTMASCAROL by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr, November 14 - December 21, 2025.
The wearing of masks while inside the Santa Paula Theater Center is optional, though highly encouraged for the safety of our patrons, actors, and staff.
WHAT: SANTA PAULA THEATER CENTER’S WINTER/SPRING 2025 ACTING CONSERVATORY
WHERE: Santa Paula Theater Center’s BackStage 125 So. 7th St. Santa Paula, CA 93060
WHEN: Acting with Intent Monday afternoons from 2 - 5 PM OR Monday evenings from 7 - 10 PM on April 21 - June 9, 2025 (Presentation Night.) The Young Actors’ Studio TuesdayS from 3 - 5 PM from June 24 - July 29, 2025 with
a showcase to follow the last class at 6 PM. Story to Stage Mondays 3:00 - 4:30 PM from June 16 - July 28, 2025 with a production on August 1st, 2025 at 7:00 PM. The Spine and the Spark Short Play Writing Class Wednesday afternoons 2
- 5 PM or evenings from 7 - 10 PM June 25 - August 6, 2025 with a showcase to follow August 13 (evening class) or August 20 (day class), 2025.
COST: Acting with Intent $200. The Young Actors’ Studio $120. Story to Stage $150. The Spine and the Spark Short Play Writing Class $120.
CONTACT: Acting with Intent - [email protected]. The Young Actors’
Studio - [email protected]. Story to Stage -
[email protected] Spine and the Spark Short Play Writing Class -
[email protected].
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