2025-2026 Terms
In addition to our CORE Acting and Musical Theatre classes, 4th and 5th 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 Classes
CORE Acting
4TH – 5TH GRADES
$175
Six Classes
Fall Term: Multiple sessions (below)
Winter Term: Multiple sessions (below)
Students delve deeper into acting technique by gaining familiarity with stage directions, stage shorthand, character analysis, and rehearsal etiquette. This class culminates in an informal, in-class presentation and fulfills a prerequisite for the Performance Block Play.
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 12:00PM.
FALL TERM
Saturday, Wednesday, and Thursday options
Session A
Saturdays October 4 – November 8
1:00 – 3:00PM
Session B
Wednesdays October 8 – November 12
4:45 – 6:45PM
Session C
Thursdays October 9 – November 13
4:30 – 6:30PM
WINTER TERM
Sunday and Tuesday options
Session A
Sundays January 11 – February 15
4:00 – 6:00
Session B
Tuesdays January 13 – February 17
4:45 – 6:45PM
CORE Musical Theatre
4TH – 5TH GRADES
$175
Six Classes
Fall Term: Multiple sessions (below)
Winter Term: Saturdays January 10 – February 14
Students add to their basic performance skills with choreography and vocals that are more complex as well as an emphasis on character development through movement. This class culminates in an informal, in-class presentation of a musical theatre song and dance and fulfills a prerequisite for the Performance Block Musical.
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 12:00PM.
FALL TERM
Tuesday and Thursday options
Sessions A & B
Tuesdays October 7 – November 11
4:45 – 6:45PM
Sessions C
Thursdays October 9 – November 13
4:45 – 6:45PM
WINTER TERM
Saturday (only session)
Saturdays January 10 – February 14
1:00 – 3:00PM
ELECTIVE Classes
IMPROV
4TH – 5TH GRADES
$165
Six Classes
Fall Term: Sundays October 5 – November 9
4:00 – 6:00PM
Winter Term: Tuesdays January 13 – February 17
4:45 – 6:45PM
Do you have a student who loves to tell jokes and to make others laugh? This is the perfect class for them! Students explore the basics of improvisation through games and activities designed to help them think on their feet, feel confident taking risks, and listen to their peers — all guided by a professional improv instructor in a nurturing, warm environment
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 12:00PM.
BACKSTAGE MAGIC
4TH – 5TH GRADES
$165
Six Classes
Fall Term: “Frozen”
Session A: Saturdays October 4 – November 8
9:30 – 11:30AM
Session B: Wednesdays October 8 – November 12
4:45 – 6:45PM
Winter Term: “The Lightning Thief”
Tuesdays January 13 – February 17
4:45 – 6:45PM
Spring Term: “Wicked”
Tuesdays April 14 – May 19
4:30 – 6:30PM
This hands-on class explores how Civic creates “theatre magic” with props, costumes, and scenery! Students engage in creative projects relating to the whimsical worlds of Frozen (Fall), The Lightning Thief (Winter), and Wicked (Spring). This class culminates in an informal display of their creations at the end of the term. Do not miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 12:00PM.
CREATE A PLAY
4TH – 5TH GRADES
$165
Six Classes
Fall Term: Tuesdays October 7 – November 11
4:45 – 6:45PM
Students write their own play or musical in this unique and creative class under the guidance of an experienced instructor. They will create their own costumes and props to put together a one-time only in-class, informal performance at the end of our term using their own ideas and collaboration.
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 12:00PM.
FACEPAINT BASICS
2ND – 5TH GRADES
$185
Six Classes
Fall Term: Thursdays October 9 – November 13
4:45 – 6:45PM
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.
Registration for this class opens August 26th at 10:00AM.
2025-26 TERM DATES
FALL TERM:
Saturday October 4 -
Thursday November 13 2025
WINTER TERM:
Saturday January 10 -
Thursday February 19 2026
SPRING TERM:
Saturday April 11 -
Tuesday May 19 2026
PERFORMANCE BLOCK:
February 9 - March 22
(Performances: March 20-22)
Contact Us:
grctschool@grct.org
616-222-6661