THEATRE SCHOOL

Ages 8-10 (grades 3-5)

Schedule Options:

• Mondays, Jan 6 - March 3, 2 PM- 3:30 PM
(Total 7 classes, No class Jan 20 or Feb 17)
• Tuesdays, Jan 7- March 4, 4 PM- 5:30 PM
(Total 8 classes, No class Feb 18)

In Theatre Arts 1, students will collaboratively produce a scripted play, learning skills like character creation and voice projection, while being supportive of one another and having a blast. The class will culminate in a performance tailored to the group’s strengths on the last day of class. (Full description in link)

Classes taught by Laurel Marlantes

Ages: 11-13 (grades 5-7)

Schedule Options:

• Mondays, Jan 6- March 3, 4 PM -6 PM
(Total of 7 classes, No class Jan 20 or Feb 17)
• Wednesdays, Jan 8- March 5, 4 PM - 6 PM
(Total of 8 classes, No class Feb 19)

In this round of Theatre Arts, students will rehearse and produce a 30-minute play, developing a critical understanding of theatre through character development, improvisation, and script analysis. Each class will culminate in performances in March, fostering growth in an encouraging and collaborative environment. (Full description in link during registration).

Monday sessions taught by Laurel Marlantes

Wednesday sessions taught by Tina Guldhammer Frei and Laurel Marlantes

• Ages 13-15 (grades 7-9)
Tue and Thur, Jan 7- March 6, 4 PM- 6 PM
(Total 16 classes, No class Feb 18 or Feb 20)
• Ages 14-18 (grades 9-12)
Mon and Wed, Jan 6- March 5, 4 PM-6 PM
(Total 15 classes, No class Jan 20, Feb 17, Feb 19)

In Theatre Arts 3, students will produce a 30-minute play, exploring character development, script analysis, and meaningful intention, leading to authentic creativity. Classes interpret the same play, culminating in a performance. Our philosophy centers around encouragement, connection and respect all while developing new skills and growing as a performer. (Full description in link during registration)

Taught by: Amanda Yeoman Brooke and Tina Guldhammer Frei

Ages 10-14 (grades 5-8)

Thursdays, Jan 9 - Jan 23, 4 PM- 6 PM
AND
Jan 30, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Total of 4 classes

Our Mainstage Link class allows students to connect with our season of Mainstage shows and learn about the process of a full-scale production. Students will learn material from the show, work with guest artists from the production team, and observe rehearsals in the theatre. The Winter ’25 Mainstage Link class will introduce students to the third show in our 24-25 season - Eurydice!

Taught by: Laurel Marlantes

Ages 18+
NOV 24, 10 AM - 4 PM

Another fantastic workshop with Matt Smith, but this one will center on writing and improv combined! This is for anyone who wants to look at new ways to free up memories and ideas, to explore, expand, deepen, layer, and organize them into poetry, prose, or stories. It includes narrative, spontaneity, character, and memory exercises that are both fun and informative. No prerequisite … just come ready to try something new.

Led by: Matt Smith

Ages 18+

Register once for both (two parter):
Sunday, Jan 12 10 AM- 2 PM and
Sunday, Jan 19 10 AM -2 PM

This two-part workshop is ideal for anyone interested in acting. We’ll explore various techniques to unlock and embody a character, focusing on real-time adjustments and scene work. Whether you're a beginner or highly experienced performer, you'll connect with what draws you to the craft and incorporate your own values to clarify intention and meaning. Making meaningful choices fosters authenticity, presence, and your own unique journey with creativity. We’ll also refresh on best audition practices. This workshop offers a fresh, productive, and compassionate experience—while having a blast.

Preparation: You will be sent a scene and/or monologue before class begins to jumpstart the workshop.

Led by: Amanda Yeoman Brooke
Location: Side Quest Stage at Rolling Bay Hall

Ages 18+

Register once for both (two parter):
Saturday, Feb 1, 10 AM- 2 PM and
Saturday, Feb 8, 10 AM- 2 PM

This two-part workshop helps with foundational acting by exploring the Meisner technique, allowing you to get out of your head and trust your instincts. Past students have loved the Meisner Repeat Exercise, and this session offers a chance to go further into deeper layers than before. You’ll discover how genuine, moment-to-moment connections lead to powerful, reactive scene work. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced actor, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to expand your craft, unlock new creative potential, and grow with BPA!

Led by Laurel Marlantes
Location:
Feb 1 in the studio at BPA
Feb 8 at Side Quest Stage at Rolling Bay Hall

Ages 18+
Feb 2, 10 AM- 4PM

Back by popular demand! Welcoming back Matt Smith, improv powerhouse. This particular class will be aimed towards any community members with improv experience. (See required preparation below). This will mold specifically to all who sign up.

Prerequisite: Purchase the book:“Truth in Comedy” By Charna Halpern, Del Close, and Kim 'Howard' Johnson. Please read the two chapters on Harold (preparing for a Harold- doing a Harold).

Led by: Matt Smith

Ages 18+
Sundays, Jan 5 - Feb 23, 5 PM- 8 PM
(Total 6 classes, no class Jan 26)
Optional Performance Sunday, Feb 23

This class provides an engaging and supportive platform to begin exploring the exciting and collaborative craft of improvisational theater. Students will learn basic improv principles and acquire the tools they need to build scenes and stories together completely from scratch! Recommended for complete beginners, people who have had little experience, or for people who haven't participated in improv for a while.

Led by: Tina Guldhammer Frei

Ages 18+
Sundays, Jan 5 - Feb 23, 6 PM- 8:30 PM
(Total 6 classes, no class Jan 19 or Feb 2)

This class gives students the opportunity to continue their improv journey, develop skills, and grow as improvisers. Students will go deeper into concepts like character development, status, tilt, and storytelling, while building confidence and embracing trust with fellow players. Includes optional final performance.

Prerequisite: Improv Foundations or equivalent experience. Reach out to Tina or Sandi to see the best fit.

Led by: Long time Improviser and Edge Member Sandi Spellman

Ages 18+
Wednesdays, Jan 15- Feb 12, 6 PM- 8:30 PM
Optional Performance Sunday, Feb 23

Boost your improv repertoire in this class dedicated to expanding your game toolkit! This course dives into a wide range of improv games, from incorporating genre to guessing games to audience participation. Each week, you'll add new games to your roster, sharpen essential game skills, and explore different game categories. You'll leave each session with sharper instincts for any improv setting. Get ready to play, explore, and grow your game library!

Prerequisite: Perfect for those who’ve completed Improv Foundations and Improv Explorations, reach out with questions.

Led by: Tina Guldhammer Frei

Ages 18+
Tuesdays, Jan 7- Feb 11, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Optional Performance Sunday, Feb 23

Designed to help you create memorable shows, this course covers everything from emceeing and gathering audience suggestions to crafting engaging formats. You’ll learn how to connect with an audience, make them feel part of the action, and build shows that leave a lasting impression. With multiple opportunities to perform and apply what you’ve learned, you’ll gain confidence and polish your stage presence.

Prerequisite: This class is recommended for students who’ve completed Improv Foundations and Improv Explorations, reach out with questions.

Led by: Todd Erler