Pre-School
Storybook Magic
Mini Monet
Elementary School
Home School Acting/Drama
Home School Art
Dynamite Drama
Scene Stealers
Pre-Stanislavski
Middle School
Beginner Stanislavski
Sensory/ Stanislavski
Playwriting: BULLYING
High School
Sensory/ Stanislavski
Playwriting: BULLYING
Stan Grads:
Advanced Stanislavski-Intensive Monologue and Scene Study
In the Limelight Class Division focuses on making your child a better performer – it is that simple. Classes are absolutely necessary for any young actor interested in improving, learning and growing as an actor. Being involved in a production provides a certain level of training, but overall it is not enough. Over the years, we have seen so many young people continue to audition for productions but become frustrated when they are not cast in roles they desire. As a parent, you wonder, “What was the missing element?” or "Why did they get a walk on role? I know they are a great actor. I have attended theater camps and classes. What is the problem?" 9 times out of 10 it is either, they were not prepared for the audition, or they were not right for the part. Although there is little you can do to make your child physically right for the part, you can make sure they present well in auditions and are prepared to portray a wide range of characters by enrolling them in specialized classes that train them to be a better actor, dancer and singer. Specialized classes are absolutely necessary to supplement their production participation.
There are many performing arts programs in Central Florida that offer creative drama and put on plays/ musicals. In the Limelight is different - we offer so much more. As a parent, you want to see marked improvement in your child's skill level and ability - and a return on your investment. It is not only about having fun, but also learning new skills, honing your talent, and learning a disciplined approach to performing. We expect our young actors to deliver 100%. Our students "have a blast" – but they also work hard and learn valuable techniques and skills that translate into greater success in life. They appreciate the discipline and are often amazed by how much they have learned and how much fun they are having. All of our class offerings are limited in number or private and each coaching session is customized to meet your child’s individualized performing needs.
In the Limelight offers acting, dance and singing classes for all ages; beginners, intermediate, or advanced actors. Our beginner and intermediate class are for actors who are interested in learning more about acting and want to be more confident on stage and in front of the camera. We cover all of the theater basics and focus on skills development. Our advanced classes are for actors who have had roles on stage, are confident in front of the camera and on-stage and are serious about improving their acting craft. Price list at the bottom of this page.
ALL CLASSES START SOON!
For Pre-School (Ages 3-5; Pre-K)
Storytime Magic Mondays 10:00-11:00 am or
Wednesdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mini Monet Mondays 11:00 am-12:00 pm or
Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 am
For Elementary School (Entering K-5)
Acting/Drama for Homeschoolers Mondays 1:00 - 2:30 pm
or
Tuesdays 1:00-2:30 pm
This is a great class for home-schooled students interested in exploring the performing arts. These engaging classes allow young actors to gain experience working in an ensemble and sharing creative ideas while simultaneously learning acting, voice, character development, diction technique and public speaking skills. This is an excellent opportunity for enhancing creativity, formulating problem-solving skills and gaining confidence. A short play is put on at the end of the fall season and the spring season. Group rates for Homeschool groups available.
Home School Art Mondays 2:30 - 3:30 pm
or
Tuesdays 2:30-3:30
Get your creative on! This home school art class is perfect for the homeschooler that enjoys using different mediums to create their own masterpieces. Art projects focus on the theatrical theme and include set design and painting, mask making, prop construction, storyboards, drawing and more. Group rates for Home School groups available.
Dynamite Drama (Entering K-2) Choose a time slot that works best for you!
Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm
This beginner level creative drama class is a perfect way to expose your young actor to the performing arts. Each week is a different adventure, as we play theater games, learn to create characters, dress up in costumes and make themed crafts. DYNAMITE DRAMA puts on a short play at the end of the fall session and the spring session.
Scene Stealers (Entering 3-5) Choose a time slot that works best for you!
Mondays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm
This acting class is perfect for the beginner level actor who is interested in acting as a hobby or a career but needs a place to start. This is the place! Each week we introduce and build on a variety of acting techniques, exercises and games that will markedly improve your child’s acting ability. Building a character, improvisation and SCENE STEALERS present a short play at the end of the fall session and the spring session.
Pre-Stanislavski (Entering grades 3-5 with on-camera and stage experience)
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00
Thursdays 5:00-6:00
This class is perfect for the actor ready to take it to the next level. For actors not ready for the Sensory/ Stanislavski intensive, but an impressive amount of on-camera or stage credit. This class teaches the beginning of the Stanislavski technique. Heavy emphasis placed on improvisation, becoming believable characters and auditioning. This is for the young actor who is serious about their craft and genuinely wants to improve on their performances. Must have prior acting experience in order to enroll and meets once per week.
For Middle School (Entering Grades 6-8)
Beginner Stanislavski Wednesdays 5:00-6:00
Thursdays 6:00-7:00
This class is perfect for the middle school aged actor with minimal experience and a strong desire to learn. This class teaches the beginning of the Stanislavski technique. Heavy emphasis placed on improvisation, becoming believable characters and auditioning. This is for the young actor who is serious about their craft and genuinely wants to improve on their performances. Meets once per week.
Sensory Stanislavski Tuesdays 8:00-9:15
In the Limelight offers small group (limited to 4-6 per class) master classes in Sensory/Stanislavski Method Acting for experienced performers. This legendary technique is used by the greatest actors in the world. In the Limelight's Sensory/ Stanislavski Method Acting curriculum is youth-friendly and centers around acting within the five senses, focusing on realism. They learn to tackle a character fully, learning to live the experiences of a character as if it were his/her own. We also focus on how to properly prepare for tackling any given role. In return, young actors present more genuine and realistic performances. It is a well known fact that casting directors are looking for actors trained in this method and these types of classes are few and far between in Central Florida. This class is recommended for actors that have solid stage and/or on-camera experience. Sensory/Stanislavski Method Acting classes are 1-hour and 15 minutes in length. All classes are made by appointment and grouped according to age and availability. All students must go through the prior Technique before advancing to the next level. A short description of the Techniques are as follows:
INTRODUCTION TO STANISLAVSKI Technique I – 8 Weeks: Instruction in the fundamental principles of Stanislavski’s Method using exercises designed to familiarize the student with a truthful and natural acting experience, with introductions to Objective, Problem, and Action.
STANISLAVSKI: THE NEXT STEP Technique II – 12 Weeks: Extensive instruction in Objective, Problem, and Action with application to specific roles from assigned materials, as well as deeper instruction in the method, including Concentration, Communion and Emotional Memory.
STANISLAVSKI IN ACTION Scene Study – 12 Weeks: A course for those who have completed Technique I and Technique II. Students are assigned scenes from classic and contemporary plays to be rehearsed, reviewed and directed.
From a very practical standpoint, this class will make you/your child a better actor. Our curriculum is a highly structured, three part program, totaling 32 classes. In most cases this method is taught to adults, but this curriculum is written specifically for young actors that are very serious about acting and are ready to work. In addition to the Stanislavski technique outlined above, we will also study the ten commandments of theater, as well as how to use the Sensory/Stanislavski Technique to prepare for an audition. He or she will learn how to effectively tackle a role to be the very best performer on-stage.
On the first day of class, each student will receive a 3-ring binder to serve as their SENSORY/
STANISLAVSKI METHOD binder. Throughout the classes they will receive tip sheets, review materials and important resources to keep all they have learned organized and at their fingertips. Please bring the binder to every class. A formal presentation will be at the end of the 32 weeks. Parent and actor will receive ongoing progress reports.
Playwriting: BULLYING Thursdays 6:00-8:00 pm
Grades 6-12
In the Limelight is committed to being a bully-free zone. After two seasons of presenting the anti-bullying play THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS, we thought it was time for our students to have the opportunity to tell their own story. Do you have a creative mind? Do you like to problem solve? Ever wanted to tell YOUR OWN bullying story and acquire firsthand experience in bringing it to life on stage? Now, you can! We invite you to learn to become your own playwright. Throughout this intensive course (Meets once per week for 2 hours) you will learn how to bring your own story to life. At the end you will have your one act play. The class continues as you cast and direct your one act. All one acts will be presented in an anti-bullying one-act festival.This is a great opportunity to see a different side of theatre - Don't Miss Out! Enroll Today!
FOR HIGH SCHOOL (Entering Grades 9-12)
Sensory Stanislavski - MUST have on-camera or stage experience to enroll
Thursdays 7:00-8:15 pm
In the Limelight offers small group (limited to 4-6 per class) master classes in Sensory/Stanislavski Method Acting for high school students. This legendary technique is used by the greatest actors in the world. In the Limelight's Sensory/ Stanislavski Method Acting curriculum is teen-friendly and centers around acting within the five senses, focusing on realism. They learn to tackle a character fully, learning to live the experiences of a character as if it were his/her own. We also focus on how to properly prepare for tackling any given role. In return, young actors present more genuine and realistic performances. It is a well known fact that casting directors are looking for actors trained in this method and these types of classes are few and far between in Central Florida. This class is recommended for actors that have solid stage and/or on-camera experience. Sensory/ Stanislavski Method Acting classes are 1-hour and 15 minutes in length. All students must go through the prior Technique before advancing to the next level and must make a commitmtnet to 32 weeks in September. A short description of the Techniques are as follows:
INTRODUCTION TO STANISLAVSKI Technique I – 8 Weeks: Instruction in the fundamental principles of Stanislavski’s Method using exercises designed to familiarize the student with a truthful and natural acting experience, with introductions to Objective, Problem, and Action.
STANISLAVSKI: THE NEXT STEP Technique II – 12 Weeks: Extensive instruction in Objective, Problem, and Action with application to specific roles from assigned materials, as well as deeper instruction in the method, including Concentration, Communion and Emotional Memory.
STANISLAVSKI IN ACTION Scene Study – 12 Weeks: A course for those who have completed Technique I and Technique II. Students are assigned scenes from classic and contemporary plays to be rehearsed, reviewed and directed.
From a very practical standpoint, this class will make you/your child a better actor. Our curriculum is a highly structured, three part program, totaling 32 classes. In most cases this method is taught to adults, but this curriculum is written specifically for young actors that are very serious about acting and are ready to work. In addition to the Stanislavski technique outlined above, we will also study the ten commandments of theater, as well as how to use the Sensory/Stanislavski Technique to prepare for an audition. He or she will learn how to effectively tackle a role to be the very best performer on-stage.
On the first day of class, each student will receive a 3-ring binder to serve as their SENSORY/
STANISLAVSKI METHOD binder. Throughout the classes they will receive tip sheets, review materials and important resources to keep all they have learned organized and at their fingertips. Please bring the binder to every class. A formal presentation will be at the end of the 32 weeks. Parent and actor will receive ongoing progress reports.
FOR SENSORY STANISLAVSKI GRADS...
Advanced Stanislavski Sundays 8:00-9:15 pm
Saturdays 4:00-5:15 pm
This class is specifically designed for actors that have gone through the 32 week Sensory/ Stanislavski Course and are ready to go to the next level. Using the complete Stanislavski Technique, we will delve into scenes and monologues from a variety of genres. Will also develop an audition portfolio. Can be taken as a combo with Improv I.
Private Instruction
Private instruction is perfect for students who prefer a one-on-one environment, are preparing for an important audition, would like an assessment or would like an extra boost to help them perform better in classes and productions. We specialize in helping your child choose a monologue, rehearse it and prepare for any upcoming audition. We also help prepare for call-backs. Private instruction is $50 per hour.
Tuition
All tuition payments can be made on-line in our secure shopping cart. Checks are also accepted. Make checks payable to IN THE LIMELIGHT and mail to 9033 Lake Coventry Court, Gotha, FL 34734. There is a one-time $25 Registration Fee for all students that is due at the start of any program. Tuition is due at the start of every month.
