Theater Classes
Our theater classes provide an introduction to the world of live performance. These classes typically cover a wide range of topics, including acting techniques, stagecraft, theatre history, and play analysis. Students may explore improvisation, character development, movement, voice work, and even design aspects like costumes and lighting.
NEW! Private Acting Coaching
Students will work with seasoned professionals to fine tune their technique, prepare for auditions and productions, work on script and character analysis, and build audition confidence. Students receive personalized instruction, direction, and feedback to accelerate their progress and reach their full potential as an actor! Contact sknauss@jccomaha.org to schedule your private acting coaching.
Performing Arts Academy
Ages 5-7
Performing Arts Academy focuses on learning the basics of acting strategies through games, creating props and costumes, and preparing a show for friends and family to perform during our last class. Our students learn forms of creative thinking, self-expression, and working with others.
Session 2
Tuesdays | March 10-April 28 | 4:30-5:15 pm
Member: $112 | Non member: $150
Young Thespians Workshop
Ages 8-10
This class focuses on learning the basics of acting strategies through games, creating props and costumes, and preparing a show for friends and family to perform during our last class. Our students learn forms of creative thinking, self-expression, and working with others while experiencing the magic of performing!
Session 2
Tuesdays, March 10-April 28 | 5:15-6:15 pm
Member: $112 | Non member: $150
Adult Improv & Scene Work
Ages 18+
This class focuses on learning and expanding on improvisational skills for adults of all backgrounds (no experience needed). Students will learn improv technique, ensemble work, scene structure, and put those skills to use in both life and performance!
Wednesdays, March 4-April 29 | 6-7:30 pm
Member: $126 | Non member: $170
Prop Shop
Ages 11-18
Learn what happens behind the scenes! This class give students the opportunity to get hands-on experience in technical theater and production design. Students will help design and work on props, costumes, scenery, and be on stage crew for our main stage production in May.
Sundays, March 29-May 24 | 12:45-1:45 pm
Member: $112 | Non member: $150
Main Stage Tech Week & Performances
Tech & Dress Rehearsals
May 26-27 | 4:30-8:30pm
Performance 1
Thursday, May 28 | 6:30 pm
Performances 2 & 3
Sunday, May 31 | 1 pm & 4:30 pm
Acting 2: Improv & Scene Work
Ages 12-18
This acting class is for teens is with previous acting experience. This class will explore partner work, expand improvisational skills, and prepare for future performing opportunities.
Tuesdays, March 10-April 28 | 6:30-8 pm
Member: $126 | Non member: $170
Preschool Theater Classes
These classes are a great preparatory program that aids in the development of your child’s creativity, confidence, and expression.
Intro to Performing Arts & Expression
Ages 3-4 years | ELC Step 4 (must be 3 by 8/1/2025)
Students will learn the basics of performing arts and expression through games, music, and dance. The focus of this class is to build a love for the arts, encourage creativity and imagination, build confidence, and explore several areas of the performing arts. Minimum of 5, maximum of 8.
Mondays, January 5-April 27 | 12:45-1:30 pm
Member: $200 | Non member: $272
Jr. Performing Arts Academy
Ages 4-5 years | ELC Step 5 (must be 4 by 8/1/2025)
Welcome to the world of theater! This class focuses on storytelling, creative thinking & expression, and learning the basics of theater. Students will learn acting games, different ways to tell a story, movement, and finding their voice. This class is perfect for little ones to develop their skills for future performing arts classes. Minimum of 5, maximum of 10.
Mondays, January 5-April 27 | 1:30-2:15 pm
Member: $200 | Non member: $272
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