Theater Arts & Acting Classes

SKILL BUILDING and PERFORMANCE-BASED Classes
197 Airport Blvd, Burlingame

Fall 2024 SESSION 1

BROADWAY SHORTIES: Who You Are (grades 3–5)

Tuesdays, 4:30–6:00pm
8/27–10/1
$250
Set sail on an unforgettable journey with Broadway Shorties: Who You Are, designed especially for 3rd to 5th graders! Inspired by Disney’s Moana, this class combines the magic of musical theater with the spirit of adventure. Students will learn acting, vocal, and dance principles culminating in a short retelling of the beloved Disney Musical, Moana.

BROADWAY BOUND: It's So Fetch! (grades 6–12)

Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30pm
8/27–10/1
$325
Step into the spotlight with Broadway Bound: It’s So Fetch! designed for students in 6th grade and up! Inspired by the hit musical Mean Girls, this class combines the excitement of performing with the fun of exploring high school “drama” and friendships. Students will explore advanced musical theater topics that will lead to a final performance retelling the Broadway Musical, Mean Girls.

IMPROV (grades 3–5)

Wednesdays 4:30–6:00pm
8/28–10/2
$225
In Improv for 3rd-5th grade, students will gain a solid understanding of the basics of improvisational theater, enhanced creativity, better teamwork skills, and increased self-confidence. Most importantly, they will have a lot of fun and make new friends! Join us for a journey of laughter, creativity, and endless imagination.

IMPROV (grades 6–adult)

Wednesdays 6:30–8:00pm
8/28–10/2

$225
Say Yes to Improv for 6th grade & up (adults welcome)! Actors will explore the exciting world of improvisational theater by mastering the basics of improv, developing advanced storytelling and performance skills, and gaining greater confidence in their creative abilities. Join us on an adventure where every class is a new opportunity to imagine, create, and perform.

JUNIOR ADVENTURERS D&D (grades 3–5)

Thursdays 4:30–6:00pm
8/29–10/3
$205
Embark on an epic adventure with our Junior Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons Character Building class, tailored for 3rd to 5th graders! In this exciting course, students will dive into the magical world of D&D, focusing on building and bringing to life their own unique theatrical characters and engage in imaginative storytelling that can be easily translated to the stage!

ADVENTURERS' LEAGUE D&D (grades 6–adult)

Thursdays 6:30–8:30pm
8/29–10/3
$255
Take your Dungeons & Dragons experience to the next level with our Adventurers’ League: Character & Storytelling class for 6th grade and up (adults welcome)! In this course, students will refine their characters and delve into the art of crafting complex and immersive stories while learning how we can use Dungeons & Dragons to inspire our characters that we bring to the stage.

BROADWAY SPROUTS (grades Kinder–2)

Fridays 4:15–5:15pm
8/30–10/4
$150
A magical class designed for our youngest performers in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. This fun-filled course introduces children to the world of theater, sparking their creativity and building their confidence. A place where every child’s imagination takes center stage!

DIRECTING (grades 6–adult)

Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00pm
8/28–9/11
$150
Unleash your inner director with our Directing class, designed for students in 6th grade and up (adults welcome)! This course offers an in-depth look at the art of stage directing, from conceptualization to working with actors while exploring the dynamic world of theater from a director’s perspective.

ACTOR'S TOOL KIT (grades 3–5)

Thursdays 4:30–5:30pm
8/29–10/3
$150
Open up your Actor’s Tool Kit for a fun and engaging class designed for 3rd to 5th graders! This course introduces young actors to the essential skills of acting, helping them build confidence and explore their creativity. Students will leave this class with the basic tools that will help them tackle any role on the stage!

STAGE WORKS (grades 6–adult)

Thursdays 5:30–6:30pm
8/29–10/3

$160
Step into the spotlight with our Stage Works: Advanced Acting class, tailored for students in 6th grade and up (adults welcome)! This course offers a deep dive into the art of acting, providing challenging exercises and techniques to enhance performance skills. Whether you aspire to pursue acting professionally or simply love the craft, this class offers a challenging and rewarding journey into the world of theater!

PLAYWRITING (grades 6–adult)

Wednesdays 6:30–8:00pm
9/18–10/2
$150
Unlock your creativity with our Playwriting class, designed for students in 6th grade and up (adults welcome) This course guides aspiring writers through the process of crafting their own original plays, from concept to story development, while collaborating with fellow young writers.

Fall 2024 SESSION 2

BROADWAY SHORTIES: A Sparklejollytwinklejingley Time (grades 3–5)

Tuesdays, 4:30–6:00pm
10/22–12/10 (no class 11/12 and 11/26)
$250
Skip into the whimsical world of Elf! with our musical theater class designed especially for 3rd to 5th graders! Inspired by the heartwarming story of Buddy the Elf, this course brings the magic of the holiday season to the stage. Students will learn acting, vocal, and dance principles culminating in a short retelling of the magical Broadway Musical, Elf!

BROADWAY BOUND: Here We Go Again! (grades 6–12)

Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30pm
10/22–12/10 (no class 11/12 and 11/26)
$325
Join us for a toe-tapping, heartwarming journey with our Broadway Bound: Here We Go Again! musical theater class, designed for students in 6th grade and up! Inspired by the iconic music of ABBA and the beloved story of Mamma Mia, this course brings the energy and excitement of the musical to the classroom. Students will gain advanced musical theater knowledge culminating in a reimagined version of a hit Broadway Musical.

IMPROV (grades 3–5)

Wednesdays 4:30–6:00pm
10/23–12/11 (no class 11/13 and 11/27)
$225
In Improv for 3rd-5th grade, students will gain a solid understanding of the basics of improvisational theater, enhanced creativity, better teamwork skills, and increased self-confidence. Most importantly, they will have a lot of fun and make new friends! Join us for a journey of laughter, creativity, and endless imagination.

IMPROV (grades 6–adult)

Wednesdays 6:30–8:00pm
10/23–12/11 (no class 11/13 and 11/27)

$225
Say Yes to Improv for 6th grade & up (adults welcome)! Actors will explore the exciting world of improvisational theater by mastering the basics of improv, developing advanced storytelling and performance skills, and gaining greater confidence in their creative abilities. Join us on an adventure where every class is a new opportunity to imagine, create, and perform.

ONCE UPON A TIME: Storytelling (grades 3–5)

Thursdays 4:30–6:00pm
10/24–12/19 (no class 10/31, 11/14, and 11/28)
$250
Embark on an enchanting journey through the pages of beloved children’s tales with our Once Upon a Time: Storytelling class, specially crafted for 3rd to 5th graders! This imaginative course celebrates timeless stories and empowers young storytellers to bring these tales to life, while igniting their imaginations and preserving a lifelong love of storytelling!

MERELY PLAYERS: Introduction to Shakespeare (grades 6-Adult)

Thursdays 6:30–8:00pm
10/24–12/19 (no class 10/31,  11/14, and 11/28)
$260
Discover the timeless beauty and captivating drama of William Shakespeare’s works in our Merely Players: Introduction to Shakespeare class, designed specifically for 6th graders and up (adults welcome)! This engaging course offers a gateway into the world of the Bard, introducing students to his language, characters, and stories. Students will leave this class with the beginnings of a love for Shakespeare and a Shakespearean monologue personally tailored for an audition!

BROADWAY SPROUTS SESSION 2 (grades Kinder–2)

Fridays 4:15–5:15pm
10/25–12/13 (no class 11/15 and 11/29)
$150
A magical class designed for our youngest performers in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. This fun-filled course introduces children to the world of theater, sparking their creativity and building their confidence. A place where every child’s imagination takes center stage!

SHOWSTOPPERS: The Triple Threat (grades 6–adult)

Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00pm
10/23–12/11 (no class 11/14 and 11/28)
$300
Dive into the world of musical theater with our Showstoppers: The Triple Threat class, tailored for students in 6th grade and up (adults welcome)! This dynamic course offers a comprehensive exploration of acting, singing, and dancing, empowering students to become versatile performers. Whether you dream of gracing Broadway stages or simply love the thrill of musical theater, this class offers an exciting journey of artistic growth and discovery!

ACTOR'S TOOL KIT SESSION 2 (grades 3–5)

Thursdays 4:30–5:30pm
10/24–12/19 (no class 10/31, 11/14, and 11/28)
$150
Open up your Actor’s Tool Kit for a fun and engaging class designed for 3rd to 5th graders! This course introduces young actors to the essential skills of acting, helping them build confidence and explore their creativity. Students will leave this class with the basic tools that will help them tackle any role on the stage!

STAGE WORKS (grades 6–adult)

Thursdays 5:30–6:30pm
10/24–12/19 (no class 10/31, 11/14, and 11/28)

$160
Step into the spotlight with our Stage Works: Advanced Acting class, tailored for students in 6th grade and up (adults welcome)! This course offers a deep dive into the art of acting, providing challenging exercises and techniques to enhance performance skills. Whether you aspire to pursue acting professionally or simply love the craft, this class offers a challenging and rewarding journey into the world of theater!

Pied Piper Players

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