Irondale Announces Summer Theater Programs for Kids!

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SUMMER THEATER PROGRAMS

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JULY 9 – AUGUST 3

Irondale is excited to announce 2012 Summer Classes. Two-week sessions are tailored to keep students' minds engaged by providing a nurturing, safe, and artistic atmosphere. Lead by professional Irondale Artists, young actors will experience various game-based workshops throughout the day. Workshops range from acting techniques, improvisation, movement/dance and character creation to storytelling, playwriting, and intro to design. Instructors encourage students to explore the power of creativity and develop an artistic voice. All sessions conclude with a performance for family and friends.

Classes are held 9:00AM – 4:00PM, Monday – Friday in Irondale’s gorgeous off-Broadway theater in the heart of Fort Greene Brooklyn, where the stage truly is the classroom. Early Drop-Off starts at 8AM, and After-Care till 5:30PM available for an additional fee.

REGISTER NOW for early bird discounts: 5% off if registered by May 12, 2012, Returning Families and Irondale Members save 10% (additional 5% for early bird.) Enroll online at www.irondale.org, call 718-488-9233 x.224, email [email protected], or come in and visit us at 85 South Oxford Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday March 31, 2012, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Please join us for an open class, meet and greet with summer staff and the Irondale Ensemble. Backstage tours, snacks, and sign up for Summer Classes.

KIDS THEATER PLAYGROUND (Ages 6 – 10)

July 9 – July 20, 2012

Kids Theater Playground will have students bouncing off the walls with inspiration! There are so many ways to tell a story – kids will explore genre, comedic styles, improvisation, movement, mask and puppet making, music, dance, and song. Kids Theater Playground will conclude in a variety show of scenes, skits, songs, and storytelling completely inspired by the students.

JUNIOR COMPANY INTENSIVE (Ages 11 – 15)

July 23 – August 3, 2012

Growing from the success of our school-year tween classes, Junior Company members will have the opportunity to learn the same ensemble approach our adult and teen companies experience year round. Working towards their final scripted performance students will learn what it takes to put on a show. From acting, improv, and scene study to front-of-house, and design Junior Company members will work as an ensemble to produce their play