Ovation Academy camps and classes are designed to be an enriching experience for people of all ages exploring all aspects of theatre. Our goal is to challenge students in a fun and supportive environment. Ovation Academy gives students the opportunity to work with artists with years of experience who are committed to helping actors grow and reach their full potential.

Location: Ovation Theatre Company, 61 Harvey Road, Londonderry, NH
Each class will meet for 8 sessions.
We never want the cost of an Ovation program to be the reason that someone does not participate. If the cost of a class causes a financial hardship, please contact us to see how we can help.

Beginner Acting Class

Lead Teacher: Meg Gore

Welcome to our Beginner Acting Class, where young stars ages 7-12 can embark on their theatrical journey! This class is perfect for children with little or no experience in theatre. We’ll dive into the fundamentals of acting through fun and engaging activities that build confidence and creativity. Each session focuses on essential skills such as diction, projection, and inflection to help students express themselves clearly and effectively. Through imaginative exercises, we’ll explore physicality and learn how to use our bodies to tell stories. Fearlessness is key, and we’ll encourage our young actors to step out of their comfort zones with playful improvisation games that spark their creativity. By the end of the session, students will have gained a solid foundation in theatre and will be excited to continue their acting adventures!

Cost: $200
Suggested Age Range*: 7-12

Minimum Class Size: 4
Maximum Class Size: 16

Class Times: September 17 - November 12 (no class November 5)
Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm

*If the class description fits you, but the age range doesn't, please contact us to discuss the best placement.

Classes by Appointment

Ovation Theatre Company offers individual coaching sessions for monologue presentation, song presentation, audition prep, and more. Contact us at ovationtc@gmail.com for more information.

YouTube Series: Class with Katy

During April 2020, resident artist and educator Katy offered a weekly web mini-series covering various aspects of theatre, from choreography to acting, stage management, and more!

Each week, Katy posted a mini-lesson and activity, with resources for further learning that can be enjoyed by students, parents, and families alike. At the end of the video, Katy shared the challenge for the week. The resources for each challenge are linked below each video.

Resources:
Choreography Planning Worksheet
Moana Jr. Choreography Video

Resources:
Open Scene Activity
Resources:
Cue Calling Activity
Cue Calling Example
Resources:
Stage Combat Activity
Stage Combat Example