Grades 2 & 3
2024-2025
In addition to our CORE acting and musical theatre classes, 2nd and 3rd grade students have an exciting array of electives to choose from this year! CORE classes are designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of either acting or musical theatre and are the same curriculum each term. ELECTIVE classes are for students looking for an in-depth exploration of a particular topic and change every term. Take both CORE and Elective classes for a well-rounded theatre education!
CORE Acting
Fall and Winter – $150
Students learn the fundamentals of acting and basic storytelling through theatre exercises, lessons, and activities. This class culminates in an informal, in-class presentation, and fulfills a prerequisite for the Performance Block.
FALL TERM
Session A
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am
Class is closed.
Session B
Sundays, 4:00-6:00pm
Class is closed.
Session C
Wednesdays, 4:45-6:45pm
Class is closed.
WINTER TERM
Session A
Tuesdays, 4:30-6:30pm
Session B
Thursdays, 4:45-6:45pm
Class is full. Please join the waitlist.
CORE Musical Theatre
Fall and Winter – $150
Students learn basic vocal and musical skills as well as beginning dance steps and technique to put together a brief musical theater combination. This class culminates in an informal, in-class presentation of a musical theatre song and dance and fulfills a prerequisite for the Performance Block.
FALL TERM
Session A
Saturdays, 1:00-3:00pm
Class is closed.
Session B
Thursdays, 4:45-6:45pm
Session C
Thursdays, 4:45-6:45pm
WINTER TERM
Session A
Wednesdays, 4:45-6:45pm
Session B
Wednesdays, 4:45-6:45pm
Fall Electives
Backstage Magic: Whimsical Wonka 2-3
Thursdays, 4:45-6:45pm | $150 | View in Calendar »
This hands-on class explores how Civic creates “theatre magic” with props, costumes, and scenery! Students engage in creative projects relating to the whimsical world of Wonka based on the hit 2023 film. This class culminates in an informal display of their creations at the end of the term. Do not miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Class is closed.
Develop Your Disney Design 2-3
Sundays, 1:00-3:00pm | $150 | View in Calendar »
Select a Disney character with the guidance of a skilled instructor and help them come to life! Students will design and create a relevant set/prop and costume piece for their Disney character, write a short monologue as their character, and perform their monologue in an in-class, informal showcase as their character during the final week!
Class is closed.
Explore face art by learning the basics of brushes, sponges, how to add texture, and create a character with face art! This skill is a great foundation before entering into the world of stage makeup and design. A $20 materials fee is reflected in the price.
Class is full. Please join the waitlist.
Backstage Magic: Camp Rock 2-3
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am | $150 | View in Calendar »
This hands-on class explores how Civic creates “theatre magic” with props, costumes, and scenery! Students engage in creative projects relating to the movie musical Camp Rock, which will be on Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s Mainstage in March. This class culminates in an informal display of their creations at the end of the term. Do not miss out on this exciting opportunity!
2024-25 School Terms:
FALL TERM:
October 5 – November 21
(No class on Halloween)
WINTER TERM:
January 11 – February 20
SPRING TERM:
April 12 – May 22
PERFORMANCE BLOCK:
February 15 - March 23
Select a grade or level:
If you have questions, please call the Education Office at 616-222-6650