Classes at GCT
GCT offers two courses in the spring and the fall of theatrical programming to our area students. These courses last between 8 -12 weeks and allow students to further their fine arts education during elementary to high school years. Each spring there is a class finishing with our annual Books on Stage performance. In the fall the Fairy Tale Trail class performs at Farm Park as part of Halloween Boo-Looza.
Please contact Christina Hernandez at Education@gctcomeplay.org for all inquiries.
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SPRING 2025 CLASSES!
Afterschool Acting Class
Step into the spotlight in this beginner to intermediate level acting class! Students will explore improvisation, ensemble acting, vocal techniques, stage movement, and build on their existing acting vocabulary through monologues and scenes from a wide range of theatrical styles and time periods.
This is the perfect class for students who love being onstage and want to dig a little deeper into acting techniques! Actors can repeat this class as many times as they like.
This class will end in a short showcase on the final day of class for friends and family.
Tuesdays: 4:00- 5:15 OR 5:15 – 6:30
January 28th – March 4th (8 weeks)
Ages: 8 – 13
Cost: $120
*Please double check your time slot when you go to register. Once registered, you will receive an invoice from GCT via email. Once complete, send them to christina@gctcomeplay.org
Session 2 FULL
Advanced Acting for Musical Theatre
This class is for teens in theatre who are ready to deep dive into more advanced acting techniques and theatrical works, this time concentrating on the genre of musical theatre!
Students will study contemporary and classical works, perform solo and group numbers, and learn to apply their acting skills to their singing and dancing.
Thursdays 4:00 – 5:30
January 30th – March 20th (8 weeks)
Ages: 14+
*younger performers may be permitted to join on a case by case basis
Cost: $175
*Once registered, you will receive an invoice from GCT via email. Once complete, send them to christina@gctcomeplay.org
BOOKS ON STAGE!
Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion
Sure, you think you’ve seen this type of murder mystery before. A cast of eccentric characters meet at a mansion, only to become suspects of a murder that a singular genius detective will eventually solve. But what happens when all the suspects are the detectives? Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, Miss Marple, and Batman are just a few of the guests. Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion is a whodunnit that will leave you laughing and guessing right until the very end—and there are three different endings to choose from!
Books on Stage is a youth acting program that requires NO audition and has a really light rehearsal schedule, making it a GREAT way for young actors to gain onstage experience. We are also returning to the Kroc Center this year for a 2nd weekend of shows, so it’s a great way for students to experience what it’s like to work on TWO stages! Actors will only be called as needed. Space is limited and actors MUST be available for all tech week rehearsals and performances. Please review the tentative calendars carefully. Registration forms and fee links can be found below.
For more information, please contact christina@gctcomeplay.org
PERFORMERS
We recommend this program for Middle Schoolers and up but if you have a younger student who might thrive in a fast-paced comedy and enjoys reading, reach out to me and we can see if it sounds like a good fit for them! Every student is different, and age is not always the best indicator for theatrical content.
Rehearsals begin March 3rd
Mon., Tues., Thur., some Fridays 4:00 – 6:30
All Performances 7:30pm
April 17th – 19th at GCT
April 24th & 25th at The Kroc
Ages 12-18 Max capacity: 20
Registration Fee: $50
DESIGN TEAM
Interested in learning how to be a designer? Welcome to your first gig! This class will be responsible for designing the set, props, costumes, sound, lighting, and digital imagery. Students will get hands-on experience in every aspect of stage design and get to see their creations brought to life for a full scale production!
Students in the cast are welcome to add on this course if they are interested for a bundled rate.*
Meets Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:30
*Optional build days on Fridays as needed. Design team must be available for tech week and performances highlighted on calendar.
Ages 12-18
Registration Fee: $50
*Cast and Crew Bundle: $75 (for those who would like to perform AND attend the Wednesday design class)
*Once registered, you will receive an invoice from GCT via email. Once complete, send them to christina@gctcomeplay.org
CLASSES FOR ADULTS!
Adult Acting Class
Unleash your creativity! Small-group, low-pressure classes are a fun, invigorating way to connect with others and develop your skills and confidence as an actor. This class is suitable for beginners as well as those with prior experience, and for people of every age and ability. Age 18+.
Sundays: 6:00 – 7:30
February 2nd – March 9th
Cost: $120
*Once registered, you will receive an invoice from GCT via email. Once complete, send them to christina@gctcomeplay.org
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