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Algonquin Arts Theatre
Performing Arts | Music | Film
A New Jersey Non-Profit Organization
Movies: 732-528-5445 | Box Office: 732-528-9211
Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5pm | Saturday 10-4pm
173 Main Street | Manasquan, New Jersey 08736
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Performing Arts Academy
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Monday Classes
(1/25, 2/1, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, Final Performance 5/17)
FUNdamentals of Acting (AGES 8-9)
Time: 4:00-5:15 pm • Cost: $280.00
Students will learn the basics of acting, vocal clarity, movement, stage presence and improvisation. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Megan Sambataro
Acting for TV & Commercials (Ages 13-18)
Time: 5:15-7:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
Focusing on the techniques of acting on camera, learn how to handle material for TV and commercials using copy from commercials and episodic television. Final performance will be a film viewing of students work on the big screen.
Instructor: Megan Sambataro
The Independent Film Maker (Ages 13 and up)
Time: 5:15-7:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
The serious film maker will learn the craft of making a film from a story idea, shooting and editing. Final performance will be a film viewing of students work on the big screen.
Instructor: Darren DeBari
STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN VIDEO CAMERAS.
Acting For Adults (Ages 17 and up)
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
A combination of rehearsing and self-critique will allow the actor to identify strengths and weaknesses through the study of scenes from contemporary and classical plays. Scene study centers on script breakdown and character development. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Darren DeBari
Tuesday Classes
(1/26, 2/2, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, Final Performance 5/4)
Creative Dramatics (Ages 6-7)
Time: 4:00-5:15 pm • Cost: $280.00
Discover role-playing and the world of make-believe by using theatre games and improvisation techniques to enhance creativity and foster positive self expression. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Julie Stanford
Acting For Young Actors (Ages 10-12)
Time: 5:15-7:00 pm • Cost: $280.00
Young actors will strengthen their skills through improvisation, movement, voice, character, and story creation. Final performance of a scripted play onstage.
Instructor: Julie Stanford
Wednesday Classes
(1/27, 2/3, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, Final Performance 5/5)
School of Rock (Ages 11 and up)
Time: 4:30-6:30 pm • Cost: $295.00
School of Rock is back for its 3rd season! Discover what it is like to be in a band and learn basics of music, including repertoire, group listening, focus, rehearsing, and presentation. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Jeff Saxon
STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN INSTRUMENTS.
Thursday Classes
(1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, Final Performance 5/6)
The Broadway Singer I (Ages 7 to 10)
Time: 4:00-5:00 pm • Cost: $150.00
Love Broadway music and wish to develop your singing style and performance skills? This class will focus on individuality, vocal warm-ups, breathing, and interpretation of lyrics. Ideal warm-up class for Musical Theatre I. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Michael Olender
Behind the Scenes (Ages 7 and up)
Time: 4:00-5:30 pm • Cost: $200.00
Designed for those who want to be behind the scenes, using different artistic mediums, students will learn how to design simple sets, props, and costumes to be featured on stage during the final performances of the other classes.
Instructor: Laura Wolpert
Musical Theatre I (Ages 7 to 10)
Time: 5:15-7:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
Headed to Broadway, or just looking to have fun, this class is perfect for you! Learn vocal, dance and acting techniques for being a part of a musical cast. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Chris Tomaino & Elizabeth Malavasi
Friday Classes
(1/29, 2/5, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, Final Performance 5/7)
The Broadway Singer II (Ages 11 and up)
Time: 4:00-5:00 pm • Cost: $150.00
For experienced and beginner performers, the class focuses on musical theatre style, characterization, interpretation of lyrics, and vocal warm-ups. Ideal warm-up class for Musical Theatre II. Final performance onstage.
Instructor: Michael Olender
Musical Theatre II (Ages 11 and up)
Time: 5:15-7:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
Students will exercise their acting, singing and dancing abilities by learning essentials of performance through participation in a final musical presentation.
Instructor: Chris Tomaino & Elizabeth Malavasi
NEW TO THE PROGRAM
Algonquin Youth Ensemble (Ages 7 to 17)

Time: 4:00-6:00 pm • Cost: $295.00
ACCEPTANCE THROUGH AUDITON ONLY
Audition Date: Thursday, January 14 at 4:00 pm

Experience the exciting profession of Musical Theater through motives of challenging scripts, vocals and dance techniques. Final performance onstage. Please prepare a Musical Theater song for the audition.
Instructor: Bill Whitefield
Saturday Classes
(1/30, 2/6, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/17 and 4/24)
Theatre Arts Autism Workshop (10:00-11:00am)
Please contact POAC (Parents of Autistic Children) for more information or to register.
(732) 785-1099 or e-mail info@poac.net.
Upcoming Events at Algonquin Arts
Eat Pray Love
Movie: Eat Pray Love
Sep. 3 - Sep. 9
Pat Karwan Trio
Pat Karwan Trio
September 11
Dark Fall
Dark Fall
September 17
Surf Bash! with Matt Costa
Surf Bash! with Matt Costa
September 18
Jazz & Blues Vocalist Eryn Shewell Accompanied by Pat Ruh
Jazz & Blues Vocalist Eryn Shewell Accompanied by Pat Ruh
October 9
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