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CLASSES
& WORKSHOPS
INTRO TO SCENE STUDY
W/ STEVE KIDD
Mondays, Feb 17 - Mar 24
Location TBD (Either The Gamm Theatre or Moses Brown)
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Tuition: $300 adults, $225 students with ID (payment plans available)
Join our "Introduction to Scene Study" class, perfect for total newcomers, lifelong theater-goers, and experienced professional actors. This inclusive and supportive class is designed to meet each participant at their level of experience and adapt to their individual learning styles and goals.
During each class in this six-week session, you will build your contemporary scene along with a well-matched partner under Steve's positive guidance and direction. You will follow the same process that we at The Gamm follow in our rehearsal room—with generous feedback that leans into your strengths and carries you through obstacles and areas of growth. Our hands-on approach ensures that you will learn by doing, with personalized guidance and feedback provided throughout the class to foster your growth and boost your confidence in a stress-free environment.
The class will conclude with a studio showcase where you'll have the opportunity to perform scenes for friends and family. This showcase is a celebration of your development and a peek into the real-life process of bringing a contemporary play from the page to the stage.
Deepen your understanding of acting, whether you're stepping into the world of theater for the first time or seeking to refine your skills. This course is your gateway to discovering or rekindling your passion for performance.
Enroll now and start your journey on the stage! For questions or more information, feel free to reach out at steve@gammtheatre.org
WRITING FOR THE STAGE:
PLAYWRITING BASICS & ADAPTATION
W/ CLIFF ODLE
Tuesday, February 25
6 - 9pm
Tuition: $75
Led by Cliff Odle, currently starring as Walter "Pops" Washington in Between Riverside and Crazy
Whether you're a budding playwright or just curious about the craft, this workshop introduces the fundamentals of playwriting—covering structure, plot, story, action, exposition, and more. Then, put your skills to the test with a series of short in-class writing and adaptation exercises that bring these concepts to life.
Come ready to write, experiment, and explore the art of storytelling for the stage!
BEHIND THE SEAMS:
THE ART OF COSTUME DESIGN
W/ AMANDA DOWNING CARNEY
Tuesday, March 4
6 - 9pm
Tuition: $75
Join Amanda Downing Carney, costume designer for The Gamm’s current production of Between Riverside and Crazy, for an engaging, behind-the-scenes look at the costume design process—from concept to stage.
Whether you're an aspiring designer or just curious about the craft, this session is for all experience levels! Amanda will walk you through how costume designers use historical research, character analysis, design elements, and non-verbal communication to bring characters to life. Along the way, she’ll share backstage anecdotes and the little bit of "practical magic" that makes it all come together.
You'll also get to put your new designer vocabulary to the test with a hands-on mini-design project. Choose an image and analyze what the costume communicates about the character—just through the look alone. Plus, bring your burning questions for a lively discussion!
PLAYING SHAKESPEARE:
A GAMM SCENE STUDY INTENSIVE
W/ JEFF CHURCH
Mondays, May 5 - Jun 23 (Excluding May 26)
6 - 9pm
Tuition: $300 adults, $225 students with ID (payment plans available)
Dive into the world of Shakespeare in this seven-week scene study course, meeting once a week for an in-depth exploration of his text. Designed for actors or theater enthusiasts of all experience levels, this class focuses on text analysis and performance techniques, helping participants bring Shakespeare’s language to life with clarity and confidence. Each session will include practical approaches to verse and prose and guided scene study, culminating in a final presentation of rehearsed scenes. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or take on Shakespeare for the first time, this course offers a supportive and dynamic environment to grow as a performer.
*Payment Plans Available through the Box Office
DISCOUNT PRICING
In an effort to make our classes more accessible, The Gamm offers limited scholarship funds on a sliding scale. Please reference our chart to determine your tuition rate. Complete this form and a member of our Education Department will contact you to complete your registration. Questions? Contact Jessica Corsentino at education@gammtheatre.org.
Active military and veterans with an ID are eligible for a 25% discount on all classes.
Register by phone at 401.723.2466 ext. 122 or email education@gammtheatre.org
