Saratoga Springs Children’s Theatre Workshops

The Ballroom Dance workshop May 12th 1-4pm. Ages 9-15

This workshop will include a warm-up and basic patterns in Swing,
Cha Cha and Waltz. In addition, the students will work on
musicality, body movement and partnership. The Swing portion of the workshop will
incorporate a theatrical theme. No partner or experience necessary just
shoes that you can turn in and comfortable clothing.

Bios:

Diane Lachtrupp has choreographed and
performed for stage, video, television and film including working with Meryl
Streep, Merv Griffin, and film director Whit Stillman. Diane is a prize winning
Tango, Salsa and Swing dancer. She holds a B.A. in Theatre from the University
of Vermont and a Masters from NYU in Musical Theatre Choreography. Recent shows
that she has choreographed include Fame, Into the Woods, RENT and Dr. Dolittle.

Johnny Martinez holds a BME in
engineering from Pratt Institute and before joining forces with Diane, was a
concert dance and musical theatre performer. He performed in the National and
European tours of “West Side Story”, “Damn Yankees”, and
“Fiddler on the Roof”. He was a member of the Nanette Bearden Contemporary
Dance Theatre and the associate choreographer of the Anabella Gonzalez Dance
Theatre. Recent shows that he has directed include FAME, Into the Woods, It’s
Raining Tamales, Dr. Dolittle and Fables for Friends. Since
moving to Saratoga, they have taught at Skidmore College, Siena College, Lyndon
Institute, Lake Avenue Elementary School, Burnt HillsHigh School, Maple Avenue
Middle School, Lake George High School,St. Gregory’s, Division Street
Elementary School, The Flurry, Dance Plus, ACC, Saratoga Savoy and the Arthur
Murray Dance Studio.

FEE $35

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Music Theatre Dance Workshop with Christopher Howard

May 19 1-4pm Ages 8-18

In this music theatre dance-based workshop, Christopher M. Howard (currently on the national tour of “Billy Elliot”) will teach the fundamentals of dance in the music theatre industry, including basic terminology, performance quality, and choreography. Following a dance warm-up, Christopher will teach two selections from “Billy Elliot: The Musical” including choreography from “Shine” as well as choreography and vocals from the award-winning final number. Students in this workshop will discover the importance of interweaving dancing, singing, and acting into one in order to lead a successful performance career.

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Christopher Howard is originally from Burnt Hills and he is currently performing in his first US tour with “Billy Elliot,” following the international tour of A Chorus Line (Larry) and a season with Dayton Ballet. Prior to his studies as a scholarship student at the Joffrey Ballet School, Christopher completed his BFA at SUNY Buffalo. Other regional credits include Sweeney Todd (Anthony), Aida and Fiddler on the Roof. Christopher is a member of the Actor’s Equity Association.

Check out Chris on the Billy Elliot US tour page: Click here!

FEE $35

Musical Theatre Intensive Week – SUMMER CAMP!

JUNE 25 – 29th 9am – 3pm Ages 10 – 18

We are offering an exceptional theatre training opportunity at Saratoga Children’s Theatre!

This program will feature in-depth acting, singing and dancing training along with individual critiques to help young performers achieve their full potential.

5 days of focused group and individual work that is sure to help any young performer advance to the next level and help gain a professional edge in their development.

Theatre Professionals who are both performers and educators will be teaching this class and have a great deal of experience and expertise to share.

Performers will work on:

Acting: Learn how to find and/or prepare a monologue.

Singing: Learn how to find and/or prepare a song.

Dancing: Learn what to expect at a dance audition and how to best prepare yourself.

Group performances: Learn a short scene from a Broadway musical and perform it!

Fee: $250

Build confidence in yourself and your abilities as an aspiring performer!

Led by Michael Lotano and Sarah Sutliff

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