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T H E A T R E C O M P A N Y

The Fox Valley Park District’s Premiere Theatre Company offers a diverse curriculum of professional, educational and fun classes for all ages, including adults. Our performing arts instructors are all highly trained theatre professionals, looking to give each

participant a great class experience and foster their love of the arts. Our mission is to enhance and advocate artistic excellence through teaching, learning and expression.

PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY

The Premiere Theatre Company’s Performing Arts Academy offers instruction in core acting principles, improvisation techniques and exercises to challenge each actor as they progress through the program. Classes include script writing, playwriting and improv, among others. See page 72 for more information.

PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES

Premiere Theatre Company Internship

Free!The Premiere Theatre Company offers a volunteer internship for interested high school or college-aged students. This opportunity offers experience in behind-the-scenes technical skills, business and box office

administration and various production assignments. Interns must be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. for 6 weeks, as well as performance dates. To schedule an interview, please call Kyle at 630-966-4548. Successful participants in the program will leave with increased knowledge in theatre, volunteer hours, a letter of recommendation and a reference. (KD)

Premiere Theatre Company

The stage is set for fun! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of any number of great productions this theatre season. From Murder Mysteries and Perform It Showcases, to Summer and Winter Stage, there are shows and opportunities for all ages, all year long.

Performing Arts Manager: Kyle Donahue Drama Coordinator: Jamie Szynal


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Theatre Guild Private Coaching

The Fox Valley Theatre Guild is a group of adults in the Fox Valley community interested in performing arts and supporting the arts in the community. Their goal is to provide opportunities

for adults to perform and expand their skills both on stage and off stage.

In addition, they endeavor to create initiatives to expose underserved youth in the community to the performing arts. The Theatre Guild Board of Directors meets monthly on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.; all are welcome to attend. Quarterly general membership meetings are also held and interested adults are encouraged to attend.

Contact Kyle Donahue at [email protected] or visit foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/foxvalleytheatreguild for more information. (KD)

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Time to let loose! Anyone who enjoys Saturday Night Live or Whose Line Is It Anyway? will love contributing to this exciting improvisation group run by the Premiere

Theatre Company. Members will try new improvisational acting techniques, exercises, skits and games led by a professional Improv coach that will keep everyone thinking and laughing the entire class. The group typically meets Sundays at 6:30 p.m., but schedule varies by availability of troupe members. Ages 18 and up. To join, please call Kyle at 630-966-4548. (KD)

PAGEANT COACHING

Private coaching is available for pageant contestants who are serious about taking home the crown. Work with a pageant professional to develop wholly and individually. Each girl and teen capitalizes on her values, strengths and passion. Coaching is individualized according to the student’s interests and ability level. Strengthen intensive mock interview skills, onstage introduction and presence, photography preparation for headshots and portfolios, or hair/makeup/wardrobe direction. Fee is $18 per half hour for six-week sessions.

To arrange a time and day for lessons, call Prisco Community Center at 630-859-8606. (KD)

PRIVATE ACTING COACHING

Performers will excel with individual coaching by a theatre professional. Work toward a specific goal such as an audition monologue, particular role in a play, challenging scenes or movement and voice technique. Coaching is individualized according to the student’s interests and ability level. Fee is $36 per hour for three-week sessions.


PRIVATE SPEECH/DEBATE COACHING

Individualized training by a veteran Speech and Debate professional is available for students of all ages, with a focus on high school competitions. Coaching sessions include helping students develop a high level of competency writing and performing speeches, developing affirmative and negative strategies for and against a variety of debate case ideas. Fee is $18 per half hour for six-week sessions.


Improv Troupe


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Fun with TheatreLittle Superhero Actors

Children can become their favorite superhero from comics, books and movies. This class will include the basics of creative movement, acting games and active storytelling. The final class

will include a showcase for friends and family. No class April 25, May 2 and 9 at Eola. (KD)

Age Location

4Y to 6Y Eola Community Center

Barcode Day Date Time Fee

78142 Sa April 4 to May 30 10 to 10:30 a.m. $29(R) / $44(N)

79860 Sa April 4 to 18 10 to 10:30 a.m. $19(R) / $29(N)

79861 Sa May 16 to 30 10 to 10:30 a.m. $19(R) / $29(N)

Age Location Fee

4Y to 6Y Prisco Community Center $29(R) / $44(N)

Barcode Day Date Time

78141 M April 6 to May 11 5:45 to 6:15 p.m.

Little Storybook Actors Children can become little actors or actresses in well-loved children’s stories. This class includes creative movement, storytelling, acting games and a final storytelling showcase or

open class for family and friends on the last day of class. (KD)

Age Fee

4Y to 6Y $29(R) / $44(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Location

77876 M April 6 to May 11 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. Eola Community Center

77875 W April 8 to May 13 6 to 6:30 p.m. Vaughan Athletic Center

Create a CommercialKids can write and act in their own wacky commercials. Each class, the instructor provides several new objects, or participants create their own. This class includes basic comedy

acting, improv games and creating short made-for-TV advertisements. (KD)

Age Location Fee

7Y to 15Y Eola Community Center $45(R) / $68(N)


77878 M April 6 to May 11 6:45 to 7:15 p.m.

Make a Music VideoKids can explore the exciting process of making a music video. They choose a song, plan the choreography and find and create fun and wild costumes. The finished music video will be shown

on the last class day. (KD)

Age Location Fee

10Y to 15Y Vaughan Athletic Center $45(R) / $68(N)


78041 W April 8 to May 13 7:15 to 8 p.m.

Characters on a Journey: Improv Fun!Kids can explore the outdoors and indoors through a make-believe journey. In each class the instructor presents a new adventure and challenge, as participants choose and create a

new character using easy improv acting skills. This is a fun opportunity for kids to develop and improve theatrical, character-building skills. No class April 25, May 2 and 9 at Eola. (KD)

Age Location



79297 Sa April 4 to May 30 11:15 a.m. to noon $45(R) / $68(N)

79862 Sa April 4 to 18 11:15 a.m. to noon $28(R) / $42(N)

79863 Sa May 16 to 30 11:15 a.m. to noon $28(R) / $42(N)


In the SpotlightSpring Shakespeare Dinner Theatre: ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’

A magical forest filled with some of Shakespeare’s most comedic characters makes this one of his most popular plays. When lovers cross with mischievous fairies in an enchanted

forest, a series of mishaps occur, and nothing is what it seems. Add to the mix a bevy of fumbling actors, and chaos ensues until dawn breaks, and all is once again right with the world. Actors are needed to portray a list of eccentric and fun characters. For auditions, prepare a monologue and be ready to read from the script. Performances will be May 16 and 17. (KD)

Age Location Fee

13Y to adult Prisco Community Center Free

Auditions


79400 W March 11 6 p.m.

Rehearsals


79401 Tu/Th March 19 to May 15 6 to 9 p.m.

Spring Break Talent ShowFree!

Audition for a chance to be in the Spring Break Talent Show on March 23 at 6 p.m. at Prisco Community Center. Auditions and rehearsals are at no charge to the performer. Singers, dancers,

comedians, jugglers and anyone with special performance skills are invited to audition. No pianist provided. If singing, please bring accompaniment CD. Chosen performers will rehearse their specialty act and a group performance piece from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday, March 30, to get ready for the March 31 show. (KD)

Age Location Fee

7Y to 25Y Prisco Community Center Free

Auditions


79412 M March 23 6 p.m.

Rehearsals


79413 M March 30 1 to 5 p.m.

Perform It Workshop: ‘Frozen’Participants will learn songs, simple dances and short acting scenes from ‘Frozen’ to perform at a final showcase, enjoying an abbreviated experience

of being part of a show from beginning to end. The first week will include informal vocal auditions. Performers interested in solos and featured roles will be asked to sing a song of their choice a cappella (without accompaniment). Not all participants are required to audition. The final week will conclude with a showcase. Tickets are available beginning April 23 at Prisco Community Center. All participants must be able to read for music teaching and script reading. Costumes will be discussed during class and must be purchased by participants. The week of the performance includes an additional class on Monday, May 18. Performance is May 20. (KD)

Age Location Fee



79429 W April 1 to May 20 5:45 to 7 p.m.

Premiere Theatre Company Presents ‘HEIRS,’ A World Premiere

Free!The Premiere Theatre Company has produced an original play by playwright Therese Harrold entitled ‘Heirs.’ Three estranged adult siblings are forced to live together in their childhood home, which

they have inherited upon their mother’s recent death. The play opens a slightly comedic and bittersweet window into a family’s relationships as past confronts present. Adults and children are needed to portray a list of interesting characters. Those auditioning should prepare a monologue that is no longer than two minutes. Additional monologue options will be available at the front desk beginning April 14. Please bring a list of all rehearsal conflicts to the audition. Additional rehearsals include Saturday, May 9, 24, 31, June 22, 24 and 26. Performances will be June 27 and 28. (KD)Age Location Fee

8Y to adult Prisco Community Center Free

Auditions


79414 M May 4 6 p.m.

Rehearsals


79415 Tu/Th May 19 to June 26 6 to 9 p.m.


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Acting Studio Levels A-DThe Premiere Theatre Company’s professional instructor teaches core acting principles, improvisation

techniques and exercises. Class includes movement exercises, character work, scene study, mock auditions, improv and more. Levels within each class vary from Beginners/A through Intermediate/D, and class is tailored to fit the needs of the participants. The instructor will challenge actors, whether beginners or aspiring professionals, as they progress through the series. Acting Studio also helps sharpen confidence, communication, concentration, creativity, quick thinking and other essential life skills. Adults have used this class to improve public speaking skills and boost confidence for business presentations. (KD)

Age Fee

7Y to 15Y $54(R) / $81(N)

Barcode Day Date Time Location

78024 M April 6 to May 11

7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Eola Community Center


7 to 8 p.m. Prisco Community Center

Theatre GamesParticipants learn how to take acting risks and focus on acting partners while exploring the

wacky world of theatre improvisation. Class themes include comedic timing, story structure and building characters. Improvisational exercises, skits and games will keep everyone thinking and laughing the entire class. This is a safe environment created for learning and fun. (KD)

Age Location Fee



78044 W April 8 to May 13 7 to 7:45 p.m.

Write a Story, Create a Play & Script

While having fun with exciting props, art materials, costumes, set pieces and other actors,

participants are encouraged to discover characters, settings and stories. Using each participant’s ideas and imaginations, the instructor works to draw out fun and uplifting stories from natural settings to wacky new galaxies. Children collaborate to create characters and scenarios that will develop into a final showcase. No homework; all script development takes place during class. The final class is two hours long, which includes the showcase. (KD)

Age Location Fee



79362 Sa April 25 to May 30 10 to 11 a.m.

Performing Arts Academy

Summer Stage: ‘The Wiz’ Informational MeetingFree!

Anyone interested in being a part of the Summer Stage production of ‘The Wiz’ can discover the program details and have their questions answered.

Audition details and rehearsal schedules will be discussed. (KD)

Age Location Fee

All ages Prisco Community Center Free


79416 W May 27 6 p.m.

Auditioning for Summer Stage: ‘The Wiz’This class will help anyone who has stage fright, wants to know how auditions work or needs extra practice getting up in front of a group in preparation

for Summer Stage auditions for this year’s production of ‘The Wiz.’ Participants will work on auditioning techniques, including singing, dancing and cold reads from the script. Instructors will include the director for the production. (KD)Age Location Fee

6Y to adult Prisco Community Center $22(R) / $33(N)


79417 Sa May 30 9 to 11 a.m.

Summer Stage


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MusicDo, Re, Mi... harmonize your skills with Fox Valley Park District music programs. Enjoy choirs, choruses and chords with these music offerings for beginning musicians and more advanced maestros.

The Fox Valley Park District’s Adagio Music Studio provides a quality music education in a friendly, fun and professional atmosphere. Our music instructors are active musicians with excellent training and a passion for music education. Private lessons are available for those students who would like one-on-one specialized instruction. To arrange a time and day for lessons, call Prisco Community Center at 630-859-8606. (KD)

PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS

Develop piano playing skills and progress in areas such as finger posture, counting and music theory appropriate to each student level. This class is for those just starting out or in the early stages of developing lifetime piano skills that are the foundation for all instrument playing. Fee is $20 per half hour for six-week sessions, and includes a spring and fall recital for current students.

PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS

Enjoy personalized vocal coaching on musical styles ranging from classical to musical theater to pop. Participants will practice breathing techniques, develop music reading skills and work toward singing a favorite song. Lessons are individualized according to the student’s interests and vocal ability level. Fee is $20 per half hour for six-week sessions.

PRIVATE GUITAR LESSONS

Learn guitar basics or dust off old guitar skills with individual guitar lessons. The guitar instructor will tailor lessons to each student’s musical interests and abilities, providing an opportunity to learn guitar chords, guitar scales, lead guitar, blues guitar, playing with or without a pick and more. Participants must provide their own guitar. Fee is $18 per half hour for six-week sessions.

PRIVATE SAXOPHONE, FLUTE OR CLARINET LESSONS

Enjoy personalized music lessons for beginner or intermediate woodwind players ranging anywhere from classical to jazz musical styles. Build and improve skills for band class, personal interest or solo playing. Instructor will tailor lessons to each student’s musical interests and abilities, providing an opportunity to develop music reading skills and nurturing a lifetime of music skills. Participants must provide their own instrument. Fee is $18 per half hour for six-week sessions.

Adagio Music Studio

74 • Resident Registration begin Feb. 14 | Non-resident Registration begins Feb. 23

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Vocals InstrumentsShow Choir: Beyoncé

Sing and dance to some of the greatest Beyoncé hits, learning simple

dance routines and belting out Queen Bey’s great tunes. There will be opportunities to sing solos for interested participants. No class April 25 or May 2 and 9 at Eola. (KD)

Age Location


Barcode Day Time Date Fee

78139 Sa 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

April 4 to May 30 $45(R) / $68(N)

79864 Sa 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

April 4 to 18 $28(R) / $42(N)

79865 Sa 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

May 16 to 30 $28(R) / $42(N)

Age Location

7Y to 15Y Prisco Community Center



6:15 to 7 p.m. $45(R) / $68(N)

Youth Choir: Ariana GrandeLearn and perform familiar Ariana Grande songs. It is not necessary

to be able to read music; the class will involve some music training. The class focuses on learning how to sing as a group and proper musical blending. Solo opportunities will be available for interested participants. A performance for family and friends takes place during the last class. (KD)

Age Location Fee

6Y to 13Y Vaughan Athletic Center $45(R) / $68(N)


78140 W April 8 to May 13 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Rockin’ GuitarStudents dive into learning parts of the guitar, notes, tablature, chords, fun exercises and songs designed to get

them playing quickly. Guitars are available to rent from instructor at $5 per weekly class with advance notice. Taught by Guitar Fun-damentals staff. (GW)Age Location Fee

18Y and up Eola Community Center

$95(R) / $142(N) / $12.95 additional book fee



Guitar Fun-damentals: The Mars Jamzz 1 Beginning Guitar ClassThe four Martians Bjorn, Bebe, Brubar and Stan take students on an out-of-this-world guitar-learning experience! The students will learn parts of the guitar, notes, chords, songs and group play plus guitar tablature and standard notations. Guitars are available for rent from the instructor at $5 per weekly class with advance notice. Taught by Guitar Fun-damentals staff. (GW)Age Location Fee





The Mars Jamzz Beginning Keyboard ClassThe four Martians Brubar, Bebe, Bjorn and Stan walk students through the basics of playing the keyboard: notes on the keyboard, correct finger placement, playing songs and melodies and reading basic music notation. Keyboards are available to rent from instructor at $5 an hour with advance notice. Taught by Guitar Fun-damentals staff. (GW)Age Location Fee





Group Guitar: Beginner Instruction

Learn basic chords and rhythms to create simple songs in a small group setting. The instructor

teaches easy-to-play songs that will help familiarize beginner musicians with the guitar. Students learn basic techniques they need to play the guitar and develop their skills. Participants must provide their own guitar. (KD)Age Location Fee



78162 Sa April 11 to May 16 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.

Group Guitar: Advanced Techniques

This class offers the opportunity to learn guitar scales, modes, modulation and more in a small

group setting. Guitarists with previous experience will continue perfecting chords, strumming patterns and playing with or without a pick. Students will learn select guitar music that will allow them to apply new techniques and refine their skills. Participants must provide their own guitar. (KD)Age Location Fee

11Y and up Prisco Community Center $45(R) / $68(N)


78152 Sa April 11 to May 16 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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