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2023 Spring Classes
Theatre Games and Improv Workshop
Get acquainted with the art of improvisation, or acting without a script, in this 6 week course that will introduce you to fun, fast-paced, quick-thinking games and scenes. This is an excellent option for first-time acting students and the seasoned veteran–it’s a new experience every time and its success depends on the willingness of the group to take creative risks and have fun! Ages 8-12.
WHEN: Mondays, 5-6p
April 10 - May 15
WHERE: Trinity United Methodist Church
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Baumann
COST: $125
Tech Design Workshop
Participants will get a hands-on experience designing for our upcoming summer camp production of “Beauty and the Beast, Jr.” They will be led through the process of light design, set design, costume design, prop design, stage management, and sound design using the script and characters from “Beauty and the Beast, Jr.” Participants will work with Civic Theatre designers and tech directors to bring their own unique ideas to life and may even get to see those ideas come to life on stage this July! Ages 12-18.
WHEN: Wednesdays 5-6p
April 12 - May 17
WHERE: Civic Theatre
INSTRUCTOR: Bai Rosa
COST: $15
Musical Theatre Workshop: 101 Dalmations
Participants will get experience with multiple aspects of musical theatre, including auditioning, character development, blocking, basic choreography, and performance. This musical theatre workshop will feature each participant in their own role with a speaking part, while taking part in each musical number. The performance piece will feature songs and scenes from the Broadway KIDS production of “Disney’s 101 Dalmatians.” A small performance for family and friends will be offered at the conclusion of the final class on Saturday, May 13th at 11:15 a.m. Ages 5-8 (K-2nd)
WHEN: Saturdays 11:30a - 12:30p
April 8 - May 13
WHERE: First United Methodist Church
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Baumann
COST: $125
Actors in Training: How to Think Like an Actor
This class is perfect for the up and coming actor who wants a deeper dive into character work and analyzing motivation. Actors will be led to put on their thinking caps for this one as they evaluate character traits and dispositions, and explore different methods for bringing characters to life in a believable way. Scene work is included in this process as well, leading each participant to think purposefully about who they are playing and utilizing a variety of techniques to bring them to life. Ages 8-12
WHEN: Tuesdays 5-6p
April 11 - May 16
WHERE: First United Methodist Church
INSTRUCTOR: Rachel Wallace
COST: $125
Out of the Box
“Out of the Box Theatre” classes feature creative performance opportunities to students with diverse learning needs (including, but not limited to autism). “Out of the Box” offers instruction in a broad range of theatre knowledge, including stage position, characterization, team building, and improvisation. Peer student mentors engage participants in various games, exercises, and scene work that is structured around the group’s unique attributes and strengths and culminates in a performance of favorite games and scenes learned at the end of the final day of class. This program is available to students ages 15-22 (please inquire if interested but outside of this age range!)
Ages 15-22
WHEN: Thursdays 5:15-6:15p
April 13 - May 18
WHERE: Civic Theatre
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Baumann
COST: $75
Teen Troupe
Participants will engage and grow with their theatre peers through connection, activities, volunteerism, and unique opportunities geared towards the group’s interests.. This is a student-centered group, facilitated by Civic Youth Theatre directors and volunteers who are passionate about fostering theatre knowledge and community among teens.
High School Students (9th-12th grade)
WHEN: Saturdays 1-2:30p
March 18 - May 13
WHERE: Civic Theatre Lobby
LED BY: Micah Davis
COST: $25
Homeschool
Theatre Games and Improv Workshop
Get acquainted with the art of improvisation, or acting without a script, in this 6 week course that will introduce you to fun, fast-paced, quick-thinking games and scenes. This is an excellent option for first-time acting students and the seasoned veteran–it’s a new experience every time and its success depends on the willingness of the group to take creative risks and have fun! Ages 7-14.
WHEN: Wednesdays 1-2p
April 12 - May 17
WHERE: Civic Theatre
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Baumann
COST: $100
Saturday Fun Class: Preschool Musical Theatre
Each week, participants will discover a new musical story through acting, movement, and singing. These classes are open for friends and family to watch.
Week 1: -Matilda “A Little Bit Naughty”
Week 2: -Moana “You’re Welcome”
Week 3: -Annie “Hard Knock Life”
Week 4: -The Little Mermaid “Under the Sea”
Ages 3-5 (Pre-K)
WHEN: Saturdays 10-11a
April 8-29 (4 week session)
WHERE: First United Methodist Church
INSTRUCTOR: Julie Baumann
COST: $75
Rachel Wallace
Rachel Wallace (she/her) has been involved with theater throughout her life both on and off stage. She has been performing at Civic since 2016 and volunteering with Civic Youth Theater since 2018. Her efforts at Civic Youth include helping with educational classes, directing youth shows (Flora and Ulysses, Walk Two Moons, and A.D. on Frozen Jr. as well as Still Life With Iris) and volunteering during shows. Outside of Civic, Rachel is a Registered Behavioral Technician at Cornerstone Autism Center. In addition to providing ABA therapy to kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder for the past 4 years, she has also worked as a preschool teacher, a nanny, and worked in varying roles in multiple classrooms for the past 10+ years. Rachel is currently completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and ABA at Purdue University Global, with the intention of pursuing a Master’s Degree in a related ABA or educational field afterwards. She is a strong advocate for inclusivity both in and out of educational settings, and believes deeply that theater should be a safe place for all folks. Rachel lives in West Lafayette and shares her life with her teenager, her dog, her person, and her circle of supportive family and friends.
Julie Baumann
Director of Education and Outreach
Julie holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from DePauw University, with an eclectic background in formal classroom teaching, theatre performance, direction, and production. She came to Civic Theatre in 2015 as the Director of Education and Outreach, designing and implementing year-round educational programming for ages 3-adult as well as fostering multiple community outreach programs. She currently teaches music at St. Mary’s Cathedral School for grades K-3 (part-time), and previously taught 2nd grade at Burnett Creek where she started an after-school musical theatre program for grades K-5. She has been directing youth theatre for over 20 years in multiple capacities. Julie has two daughters, two stepsons, one husband, and a cat named Hobbes.
Bai Rosa
Technical Director
Bai Rosa is a freelance lighting designer with a BFA from DePaul University and an MFA from NYU. Bai works throughout the country as a lighting designer on shows large and small and teaches lighting design at DePaul. Bai has been teaching classes and workshops in Chicago, NY and right here at Civic for the last 10 years. Bai grew up in Lafayette doing CYT and Civic Mainstage shows from 5th grade through high school before moving to Chicago for college. Throughout the years, Bai has been seen onstage at Civic and in every position available for a show, from assistant directing to stage managing to designing lights, costumes, set, props, and sound for shows. Bai is the technical director here at Civic and is excited to help students bring their creative sides to life through design.
Micah Davis
Micah Davis has loved volunteering for CYT the last five years! Starting out as a camp counselor for 2018's production of Guys and Dolls Jr., she's taken on a number of other titles within the youth theater, with perhaps her proudest being directing She Kills Monsters in 2022. Originally Micah got her start in the theater onstage ten years ago and has gone so far as to complete a major in Acting at Purdue University, but she has found she has quite the passion for helping students express their artistic talents. As she feels youth theater should be all about creating a fun atmosphere to grow in, she is delighted to be reinvigorating Civic's Teen Troupe.