The Woodland Opera House Education Program

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.

Workshops

All classes will need to reach a minimum enrollment requirement in order to stay on the schedule.

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Note to our students & families

We are committed to protecting the health and safety of our community by following the guidelines provided by Yolo County and the CDC. We understand that these guidelines are rapidly changing and we may need to modify our programs to remain in compliance.

Musical Theatre, Acting & More!

Registration form for new students:

New Student Workshop Registration Form

Registration form for students currently enrolled in 2020-2021 dance classes:

Currently Enrolled Student Workshop Registration Form

Ballet Technique Workshop

This class is for ballet students looking to hone their technique, build strength, work on turnout, and basic form through barre exercises and center floor work. Working on basics is great for continuing dancers to build strength, and muscle memory.

Workshop is open to students with previous ballet experience. Class size limited. Register early!

Ages 8-12: Mondays, 4:00-4:45, May 3-June 7 (No class 5/31) Tuition: $65
Ages 13+: Mondays, 5:00-5:55, May 3-June 7 (No class 5/31) Tuition: $65

Registration Deadline: Monday, April 26 at 5pm.
Instructor: Crystal Rea
Location: Theatre & Dance Annex – 520 Court St

Special requirements: Students will be required to wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing requirements at all times when inside TADA.

Ballet Basics Workshop

In this workshop, students will focus on the basics of movement, musicality, and ballet technique in a fun environment that fosters growth and development of their personal strengths. Class is open to beginning students as well as students with previous ballet experience.

Ages 5-7: Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:45, May 4-June 3 Tuition: $120
Ages 8-10: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:45, May 4-June 3 Tuition: $120

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 27 at 5pm.
Instructor: Anna Walton
Location: Theatre & Dance Annex – 520 Court St

Special requirements: Students will be required to wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing requirements at all times when inside TADA.

Jazz Basics Workshop

Dancers will learn the basic steps of this rhythmic and upbeat style of dance! Class will focus on isolations of the body, proper alignment, leaps, turns, and rhythmic aspects of jazz dance.

Ages 5-8 Wednesday/Friday 5:00-5:45 –May 5-June 4 Tuition: $120
Ages 9+ Monday/Wednesday- 6:00-6:45 – May 3-June 2 (No class 5/31) Tuition: $110

Registration Deadline: Monday, April 26 at 5pm.
Instructor: Lela Rosendale
Location: Theatre & Dance Annex – 520 Court St

Special requirements: Students will be required to wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing requirements at all times when inside TADA.

Ballet Variations Workshop

Students will learn classical solos danced by all the great ballerinas that have come before them. Set to music by composers like Tchaikovsky and Minkus and choreographed by famous choreographers like Petipa and Fredrick Ashton. An exciting opportunity for dancers and a terrific introduction to classical repertoire.

Prerequisite: Class open to students enrolled in Mango or by instructor approval.

Mondays
7:00-7:55, May 3-June 7 (No class May 31)
Instructor: Ms. Ania

Tuition: $65
Registration Deadline: April 26 at 5pm.
Location: Theatre & Dance Annex – 520 Court St

Special requirements: Students will be required to wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing requirements at all times when inside TADA.

Hamilton Dance Workshop

Virtual Class

Come improve your dance skills and have lots of fun as we learn choreography inspired by the music from the smash hit musical Hamilton. We will focus on improving flexibility, balance, dance terminology and choreography memorization as well as experimenting with the different dance styles used in Hamilton.

Thursday 6:00-6:55
May 13-June 17

Ages 10-16

Instructor: Jeff Teague
Tuition: $65
Deadline to Register: Monday, May 10^th at 5pm.

Classes will be held on Zoom.

Sing, Act, Dance

Virtual Class

Musical Theater – Sing, Act, Dance! This class is perfect for any student who wants to learn more about Musical Theater. We will cover everything it takes to be a triple threat (a strong singer, actor and dancer) through exercises and in class performance opportunities. We will learn basic dance terminology and learn exercise and routines that will help us improve skills. We will spend time improving our acting talents through exercises, scene study and readings. We will focus on being more confident singers and learn basic music terminology. We will help prepare you for your next audition and work on combating stage fright. We will explore the history of theater and learn about the great artists who have shaped Broadway and those who are currently on stage, writing and designing the shows we all want to see.

Friday, 4:00-5:30
May 14-June 18

Ages 10-16

Instructor: Jeff Teague
Tuition: $98
Deadline to Register: Monday, May 10^th at 5pm.

Classes will be held on Zoom.

JUMP TO PROFESSIONAL ACTING WORKSHOP

This course will help bridge the gap between school instruction or community stage experience and the professional study of acting. The class will participate in learning, analyzing, and improving acting skills through the memorization and study of two audition pieces of the actor’s choosing. Stage Presence, Vocal Interpretation, Physical and Emotional Expression, and Character Development will all improve as each actor learns how to perfect his or her skills in a professional manner and as auditioning and character ability are heightened. A segment on Cold Reading will also be presented as part of the course of instruction. Whether one will become a professional or continue in whatever level of theater one chooses, this workshop will enhance acting opportunities in the future.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00

May 10-May 26

Ages 15-Adult

Tuition: $155

Instructor: Rodger McDonald

Location: Woodland Opera House Theatre (340 2nd St)

Registration Deadline: May 3^rd at 5pm.

Special requirements: Students will be required to wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing requirements at all times when inside the theatre.

Youth Summer Theatre Camp

Show Biz Kidz– “Music, Music, Music”

Woodland Opera House Youth Summer Theatre Camp is an annual program designed to be an introduction to theatre performance for area youth with or without previous training or experience. Students spend 4 weeks studying musical theatre technique including, singing, dancing, voice projection, characterization, theatre terminology, and theatre etiquette and professionalism. Students will develop performance skills and will be given an equal opportunity to shine on stage. The camp will culminate with performances of a “Music, Music, Music”, a Broadway -style musical revue featuring songs such as “Alexander’s Ragtime Band,” “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” and “We are the World.”

For students who have completed kindergarten -17years

Camp runs June 21 – July 16