Education through dance, drama & musical theatre
Inspiring creativity in the hearts and minds of our youth through the learning and experiencing of live dramatic art.
All classes will need to reach a minimum enrollment requirement in order to stay on the schedule.
520 Court St, Woodland
TADAOffice@woodlandoperahouse.org
Our ongoing classes are mixed with our teen students.
For this reason, we ask that anyone taking these particular ongoing classes to please abide by our dress code to keep consistency. Thank you!
Please click here for a list of all available classes.
Dress Code: Form fitting dance attire. Pink ballet shoes.
Please click here for a list of all available classes.
Dress Code: The following are permitted to stay consistent with the teens in the class: solid black leotard, solid pink ballet tights, pink ballet or turning shoes. Foot Undeez okay. Optional: Black fitted ballet shorts or leggings. Male or Male-Identifying: black leggings or shorts, white or black t-shirt, ballet shoes.
Please click here for a full listing of all available jazz classes.
Dress Code: The following are permitted to stay consistent with the teens in class: solid black leotard or shirt, black dance shorts or black leggings. Black jazz shoes.
Please click here for a full listing of all available classes.
Dress Code: The following are permitted to stay consistent with the teens in class: solid black leotard or shirt, black dance shorts or black leggings. Black tap shoes.
Please click here for a full listing of all available classes.
Dress Code: Comfortable clothes to move in. Shoes: clean sneakers.
Dress code for our workshops is: come comfortable and dressed to move!
While we ask that appropriate dance or footwear be worn, each individual class may have a particular preference.
Please see class descriptions for more details.
Please call (530) 650-8203 or email with any enrollment questions.
Ages 16 through adult
TEEN/ADULT IMPROV & ACTING WORKSHOP – Ages 16 and older – Weather you are a seasoned performer looking to hone your skills or a novice just looking to try acting for the first time, this class is for you. This workshop will work on character development, stage presence, and skill development in the fun format of improv games! 6-week class. This class will continue through the studio’s spring break. Taught by teaching artist, Karen Fox (alum, Second City.)
Tuition: $175
Ages: 16 through adult
When: Saturdays, March 30th through May 4th.
Time: 10:00 to 10:55 am
Where: Theatre and Dance Annex, 520 Court Street.
ACTING FOR ADULTS – Ages 16 and older – No matter your level, this is the place to refine or develop acting skills. Whether you have stage time under your belt or just want to give it a try, this workshop will use acting exercises, neutral scenes, and monologues to work on developing acting skills. All levels welcome! 6 week workshop. This class continues through the studio’s spring break. Taught by teaching artist, Karen Fox (alum, Second City.)
Tuition: $175
Ages: 16 through adult
When: Saturdays, March 30th through May 4th.
Time: 11:00 to 11:55 am
Where: Theatre and Dance Annex, 520 Court Street.
Click the registration link at the top of this page to register OR by calling (530) 650-8203 OR emailing TADAOffice@WoodlandOperaHouse.org
Ages 12 through adult
NEW! Open to dancers ages 12 through adult. This introductory class will teach the basics of Folklorico from the region of Baja California. Classes will begin with warm-ups, history about the region and the style, technique, and dance combinations. Dancers can wear sneakers to this class as it is an introductory course designed for all experience levels.
A note about the style: Calabaceados are dances that originated in the city of La Misión, in the northern Mexican state
of Baja California. These dances are lively and upbeat as dancers stomp, jump, and kick to the popular rhythms of Norteño music.
Tuition: $25 introductory price!
Ages: 12 through adult
When: Mondays, April 8th through May 13th, 2024
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Click the registration link at the top of this page to register OR by calling (530) 650-8203 OR emailing TADAOffice@WoodlandOperaHouse.org
Ages 16 through adult
NEW! Open to ages 16 and older. Join our intensive on-camera workshop and take your acting skills to the next level! Designed for aspiring actors seeking practical experience in front of the lens, this dynamic course covers essential techniques for screen performance. From script analysis to on-set etiquette, this workshop will provide hands-on guidance to help you master the art of acting for film and television. Whether you’re aiming to ace auditions or refine your on-screen presence, this immersive workshop offers the perfect opportunity to hone your craft and unleash your potential in a supportive and collaborative environment. Don’t miss your chance to shine on camera – enroll today!
Students will also receive a copy of their in-class work.
Taught by SAG-AFTRA actor, J. Scott Browning.
Tuition: $200
Ages: 16 through adult
When: Saturdays, May 11th through June 15th
Time:10:00 am to 12 noon.
About the Instructor:
J. Scott Browning has spent the last 15 years living and working in Orlando, Florida. He was a full-time “wizard” at Universal Studios where he opened the Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley areas of the park. He juggled an on-camera career where he appeared in commercials, movies and TV shows. Highlights include: 17 episodes of Nickelodeon’s “I Am Frankie”, “The Right Stuff” on Disney+, “The Last Thing He Wanted” on Netflix, the coming-of-age comedy “Egghead and Twinkie”, and an appearance in Kevin Smith’s horror anthology “Killroy Was Here” available only as an NFT that was available for purchase in 2021. He has found himself back in the Sacramento region to be closer to family and excited to continue his career here.
Click the registration link at the top of this page to register OR by calling (530) 650-8203 OR emailing TADAOffice@WoodlandOperaHouse.org
Ages 16 through adult
NEW! Two-Day Acting Masterclass: Sketch Comedy Workshop with Anděl Sudik!
How do you use improvisation to create sketch material? In this intensive Anděl will draw on her deep well of experience as an actor, writer and director to give you a hands-on experience of what it is like to be in an expedited process, work collaboratively and put up a show.
You will learn a brief history, practical application and tools you can use to create sketch material from improvisation again and again whether you are alone or with a group. This workshop is geared to elevate your game while being absolutely accessible and giving you the experience of being an actor, writer, editor and improviser all rolled into one. And it will be fun!
Tuition: $150
Ages: 16 through adult
When/Time: Saturday, May 11th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday, May 12th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm with a 6:30 pm call for a 7 pm showcase.
*There will be an hour lunch break each day.
Where: Theatre and Dance Annex, 520 Court Street.
About the Instructor
Anděl Sudik is a director, improviser, actor and writer based in L.A. and Chicago known for her explosive energy onstage and in the classroom as well as her experiential teaching style. She is a faculty member of the Second City where she teaches sketch writing and improvisation and in Chicago where she teaches summer intensives. She is an alum of Boom Chicago in Amsterdam, the Second City Touring and resident ETC Company and has directed Sketch, Improvisation and Solo shows at The Public House, Annoyance, iO and Second City. Before 2020 she could be found traveling, teaching and performing all over the states as well as across Europe in festivals and privately. She can also be found doing that now. But forever changed, aren’t we all? Full bio at YesAndel.com
Click the registration link at the top of this page to register OR by calling (530) 650-8203 OR emailing TADAOffice@WoodlandOperaHouse.org