Cassandra will share her 37 years in theater and 24 years of film industry knowledge related to acting, casting, and directing. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of what to expect in casting processes and how to "show up" on stage and in front of a camera.

Date/Time:

Saturday, October 12th / 1-4p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse | 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Cassandra Hesseltine

This class will focus on strengthening and expanding your speaking voice for theatrical performance. Participants will explore natural voice, diction, and character voice development.

Date/Time:

Sunday, October 13th / 6-9p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse | 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Craig Benson

In this class, participants will cover the basics of unarmed stage combat including punches, slaps, falls, kicks, and more. Participants will also be introduced to swordplay and how to attack and defend with a partner. All of these skills will be taught in a way that makes you look awesome and keeps everybody safe.

Date/Time:

Saturday, October 19th/ 11a - 2p

Location:

Dell 'Arte | 131 H Street, Blue Lake, CA 95525

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Caroline Needham

This is an all-level class for teens to adults who are interested in improving their dance/movement skills for auditions, rehearsals, character development and/or sweaty group dance choreo fun!

Date/Time:

Sunday, October 20th / 5-8p

Location:

Dell 'Arte | 131 H Street, Blue Lake, CA 95525

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Tiggerbouncer Custodio

This class explores acting techniques in a playful and encouraging environment. Students will develop the fundamentals of acting using exercises, improvisation, and written text.

Date/Time:

Saturday, October 26th / 5-8p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse | 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Julie Eccles-Benson

Participants will get hands-on experience on design and application of basic theatre makeup. All participants will receive a small makeup kit and learn techniques to use the various tools.

Date/Time:

Sunday, October 27th / 12-3p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse| 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Denise Lynn Ryles

Scenography is the holistic study of the synthesis of scenic, lighting, sound, and costume design to create evocative and captivating theatrical environments that will transport and engage audiences. In this workshop, participants will cover the basics of how to use 'all of the tools in the toolbox' together in harmony to create technical magic, along with guided exercises to put "theory into practice."

Date/Time:

Saturday, November 2nd / 5-8p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse | 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Calder Johnson

This class focuses on basic paint applications & techniques that form the foundation for scenic art & decorative faux paint finishes. There will be an intro to paint types, products, tools, & surface materials as well as wood grain, stone, and marbling techniques for detailed finishes. All materials provided. Come ready to work & wear clothes (& shoes) that you don't mind getting paint on!

Date/Time:

Sunday, November 3rd / 12-3p

Location:

Arcata Playhouse | 1251 9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Robert "Bob" Pickering

Calling all beginning actors! Learn how to use your body, voice & imagination to create dynamic character choices. We will focus on essential aspects of theatre such as projection, diction, physicality, & creativity while applying concepts with targeted games & exercises!

Date/Time:

Friday, November 8th / 2-5p

Location:

Dell 'Arte | 131 H Street, Blue Lake, CA 95525

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Elizabeth "Liz" Whittemore and Andrew "AJ" Hempstead

In this class, participants will, investigate, and evaluate how an audition piece suits them with an emphasis on gaining a deeper comprehension of material selection. They will also have a better understanding of how to present themselves. Participants are encouraged to bring at least two audition pieces.

Date/Time:

Saturday, November 9th / 12-3p

Location:

5th and D Street Theater | 300 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Cynthia Martells

(ages 15+)

Created by Augusto Boal, Theatre of the Oppressed (TO) is a form of community-based education that uses theatre as a tool for transformation. His methods transform theatre from a structure where actors are active and audiences passive, to a democratic arena where spectators contribute ideas, take over roles, & use theatre to confront everyday problems. Dress comfortably and ready to play. No experience necessary.

Date/Time:

Saturday, November 9th / 5-8p

Location:

Dell 'Arte | 131 H Street, Blue Lake, CA 95525

Cost:

Free

Instructor: Ruthie Engelke