Registration has begun for Fall 2011 After-School Acting Classes

Get in the Act programs provide young people ages 3 to 17 with innovative and enriching performing arts training. Through their work, students can explore and express their individuality, build self-confidence, and gain new knowledge and understanding of acting techniques. Enrollment for after-school programs are limited to 12 students to allow for one-on-one work between the student and instructor.

Class Schedule

Below is the 2011 and 2012 class descriptions and schedule for Stateline, Truckee and Tahoe City locations. (Move mouse over rows in schedule)

Class Schedules

Stateline/South Lake Tahoe

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The Acting Studio

Students explore acting technique focusing on learning the tools for creating realistic three dimensional characters for the stage. Programs focus on "Method Acting" techniques. Actors use the 7 steps to building a character, learn to make choices, discover inner actions, physical actions, subtext, emotions, perceptions and motivations. Each session will culminate with a "Showcase" for family and friends using minimal props and costumes on the last day of class. (Beginner-Advanced Levels– 2nd to 8th Grades)

  • Class Location: Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, Nevada
  • Maximum: 12 Students
  • Tuition: $185
  • Register: Kahle Community Center at (775) 586-7271
  • For More Information: Get in the Act! Diane Handzel (775)588-7614 or e-mail: info@getintheact.org

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Stateline/South Lake Tahoe Schedule
The Acting Studio 2011
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Session Date Friday Classes 9/30/2011 through Friday 12/9/2011
Performance Date Friday 12/9/2011 @ 4:30 pm
Class Time Friday 3:30–5:00 pm
Grades Grades 2nd–6th
No Class 10/28/2011; 11/11/2011; 11/25/2011
Truckee Classes

The Acting Studio

Students explore acting technique focusing on learning the tools for creating realistic three dimensional characters for the stage. Programs focus on "Method Acting" techniques. Actors use the 7 steps to building a character, learn to make choices, discover inner actions, physical actions, subtext, emotions, perceptions and motivations. Each session will culminate with a "Showcase" for family and friends using minimal props and costumes on the last day of class. (Beginner-Advanced Levels– 2nd to 8th Grades)

Creative Drama Adventures

Step into your favorite stories as we use creative drama to bring them to life. Students are guided trough dramatic activities that encourage self-expression, concentration, cooperation and discussion. The program emphasizes telling the story, creating dialog, action and character.

  • Class Location: Sierra Bible Church, 11460 Brockway, Truckee, CA
  • Maximum: 12 Students
  • Register: Get in the Act! Diane Handzel (775) 588-8614 or e-mail: info@getintheact.org

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Truckee Schedule
The Acting Studio Fall 2011 Winter 2012 Spring 2012
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Session Dates Thursday 9/29/2011 through Thursday 12/1/2011 Thursday 1/12/2012 through Thursday 3/15/2012 Thursday 3/22/2012 through Thursday 5/24/2012
Grades 2nd–3rd 3:30–4:30 pm 3:30–4:30 pm N/A
Grades 4th–8th 4:30–5:30 pm 4:30–5:30 pm 4:30–5:30 pm
Grades 1st–3rd N/A N/A 3:30–4:30 pm
Performance Date 2nd–3rd Grade 12/1/2011 @ 4:15 pm 3/15/2012 @ 4:15 pm N/A
Performance Date 4th–8th Grade 12/1/2011 @ 5:45 pm 3/15/2012 @ 5:45 pm 5/24/2012 @ 5:45 pm
Performance Date 1st–3rd Grade N/A N/A 5/24/2012 @ 4:15 pm
No Class N/A 2/23/2012 4/5/2012
Tuition $185.00 $185.00 $185.00
Truckee Schedule
Creative Drama Adventures Fall 2011 Winter 2012 Spring 2012
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Session Dates Thursday 9/29/2011 through Thursday 11/10/2011 Thursday 1/12/2012 through Thursday 3/1/2012 Thursday 3/22/2012 through Thursday 5/10/2012
Grades 4th–6th 4th–6th 4th–6th
Class Time 2:30–3:30 pm 2:30–3:30 pm 2:30–3:30 pm
No Class NA 2/23/2012 4/5/2012
Tuition $140.00 $140.00 $140.00
Tahoe City Classes

The Acting Studio

Students explore acting technique focusing on learning the tools for creating realistic three dimensional characters for the stage. Programs focus on "Method Acting" techniques. Actors use the 7 steps to building a character, learn to make choices, discover inner actions, physical actions, subtext, emotions, perceptions and motivations. Each session will culminate with a "Showcase" for family and friends using minimal props and costumes on the last day of class. (Beginner-Advanced Levels– 2nd to 8th Grades)

  • Class Location: Rideout Community Center, 740 Timberland, Tahoe City, CA
  • Contact for Class Schedule: Get in the Act! Diane Handzel (755) 588-8614 or e-mail: info@getintheact.org
  • Maximum: 12 Students
  • Tuition: $185
  • Register: Contact Amy (530) 583-3440 ext. 10
  • Online Registration: www.tcpud.org Get in the Act! Classes are located under Parks and Recreation tab key.

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Tahoe City Schedule
The Acting Studio Fall 2011
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Session Dates Tuesday 10/4/2011 through Friday 11/29/2011
Performance Dates Saturday, 12/3/2011 @ 1:00 pm
Day of Performance Students arrive at 11:30 am
Class Times 3:45–5:00 pm
Grades Grades 2nd–6th
No Class 11/22/2011