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Classes 4U • Theatre Arts

Take the Stage.

Youth theatre, private acting lessons, voice acting, improv, and our Actor Rescue Workshop. Build confidence, sharpen your craft, and find your voice — whether the spotlight is new to you or your second home.

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About the Program

Where actors find
their voice.

Our Theatre Arts program at the Center for Performance Arts and Learning is built for performers at every stage of their journey. From first-time actors to seasoned stage veterans, we offer a range of classes that develop technique, confidence, and the kind of stage presence that turns a performance into a memory.

Students explore foundational acting through Uta Hagen's 9 Questions, build audition repertoire in private lessons, sharpen instincts through improv, and rescue stalled performances in workshops with experienced instructors. Whether you're 7 or 70, there's a stage waiting.

4+ Class formats
7 Week courses
7+ Age welcome
3 Skill levels
Class 01

Youth Theatre

Ages 7–13 • 7-Week Course

7-Week Course

Tuesdays 7 PM – 8 PM

About the Class

A seven-week course that walks students through Uta Hagen's 9 Questions of acting. Students will learn how to memorize lines, think on their feet, and grow more confident in their public speaking — all while working with peers to bring scenes to life.

Age Range7 to 13 years old
ScheduleTuesdays 7 PM – 8 PM
Course Length7 weeks
MethodUta Hagen's 9 Questions of acting
Next StepsWe'll contact you after your form is submitted

Class Goals

  • Build confidence and develop public speaking skills.
  • Apply Uta Hagen's 9 Questions when approaching a role.
  • Collaborate with others to achieve a common creative goal.
Class 02

Private Acting Lessons

One-on-One • All Ages & Levels

One-on-One Coaching

Schedule directly with Sarah

About the Class

Have you always wanted to learn how to act but don't feel comfortable in a group setting? Private acting lessons are for you. Sarah will help you learn acting techniques and build the confidence you need to nail your next audition — at your pace, on your terms.

FormatOne-on-one private instruction
Best ForSolo learners, audition prep, focused skill-building
InstructorSarah
ScheduleFlexible — call to schedule

Class Goals

  • Build a repertoire of audition-ready material.
  • Learn the fundamentals of acting in a focused setting.
  • Expand your public speaking and presence skills.
Class 03

Adult Improv Classes

Ages 14+ • All Skill Levels

High-Energy Group Class

Open to beginners and pros alike

About the Class

Step out of your comfort zone and into the spotlight. Open to anyone 14 and up, this high-energy course builds confidence, quick thinking, and collaboration through games, scenes, and spontaneous storytelling. Whether you're sharpening your stage skills or just want to laugh and have fun, our supportive environment makes it easy for beginners and experienced performers to thrive.

Age Range14 years and up
FormatGroup class — games, scenes, spontaneous storytelling
Skill LevelAll levels welcome — beginners encouraged
What You BuildConfidence, quick thinking, collaboration

What You'll Take Away

  • Confidence to perform without a script in hand.
  • Sharper instincts for collaboration and scene-building.
  • A creative outlet — and a lot of laughs along the way.
Class 04

Voice Acting 101

7-Week Course • Performance Through Voice

7-Week Course

Foundational voice acting skills

About the Class

Discover the art of performing with your voice. Voice Acting 101 introduces students to character creation, vocal technique, script interpretation, and microphone work. Whether you're chasing animation, audiobook, commercial, or video game work — or just want to sharpen your vocal range — this course gives you the tools to bring any character to life.

Course Length7 weeks
FocusCharacter voice, script reading, mic technique
Best ForAspiring voice actors and performers wanting vocal range
ScheduleCall to confirm next session start date

Class Goals

  • Develop a versatile vocal range across character types.
  • Master script interpretation and cold reading.
  • Build comfort and technique behind the microphone.
Class 05

Actor Rescue Workshop

Workshop Format • Reset & Refocus

Targeted Workshop

For actors who need a creative reset

About the Class

Stuck in a rut? Lost your spark? The Actor Rescue Workshop is a focused, high-impact session designed to reignite your craft. Work through technique blocks, audition anxiety, and creative ruts in a supportive environment with experienced instructors who know how to get you unstuck and back on stage.

FormatIntensive workshop session
Best ForActors hitting walls, returning to performance, or sharpening before a big audition
What You'll Work OnTechnique blocks, audition prep, creative confidence
ScheduleCall to schedule your workshop

What You'll Take Away

  • A fresh, focused approach to your acting work.
  • Practical tools to break through technique plateaus.
  • Renewed confidence walking into your next audition or role.
Why Train With Us

Built for performers.

A studio environment where craft, community, and confidence come together — for kids, teens, and adults alike.

01

Proven Method

Grounded in Uta Hagen's foundational technique — a framework actors have trusted for generations.

02

Every Skill Level

From kids stepping on stage for the first time to seasoned actors prepping for a role, we have a class that fits.

03

Real Stage Time

Working scenes, partner exercises, audition prep, and live performance — not just lectures.

Your audition starts here.

Pick the class that fits where you are — and where you want to go. We'll handle the rest.