This adult class will focus on developing full, unique, and believable characters through various techniques. Using monologues and short scenes, the actor will find out the importance of characterization. This class is appropriate for all experience levels.

Prerequisite: Students must have been cast to participate in this program. Pinky’s Players is a Venice Theatre community engagement program - with so much heart - that gives adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to experience the delight of performing on VT's Raymond Center stage in May. Actors must be available for technical rehearsals May 1-8, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and performances May 8-11, 2025. Please note this program is not structured to offer one-on-one student support. Student actors must meet admission criteria.

Join Vanessa in her popular adult dance class. She'll have your feet doing moves you never knew they could do. Great for the adult who wants to brush up for auditions or just wants to move and have fun!

In this 8-week level 1 improv course for adults, learn all the fundamentals of improv and what it means to create a successful scene. Confidently apply these lessons to a variety of games and exercises, and learn to effectively build scenes with your team members. Find out how limitless the world of improv really is!

For the adult theatre fan or avid reader curious about writing, Cline covers everything from idea generation to publication, examining the creative process, editing, market and audience, and paths to publication. Attendees will leave with a writing plan, words on a page, and a newfound sense of inspiration. Ideal for the continuing education student.

The objective of this 2-part workshop is to help the actor move seamlessly between dialogue and song; to deepen the story-telling and the character’s thoughts, emotions, and intentions. Text and music will be provided, OR the student may choose to bring a short monologue/scene that leads into 16-32 bars of a song. Intermediate and advanced students ages 18-80. This is a great master class for students currently in a show, working on a solo showcase or cabaret, or wanting to put together a strong audition package.

In this adult acting class, students will gain insights into topics such as characterization and auditioning, to name just a couple... and will have a whole lot of fun!

This adult workshop will expand the student's use of physicality, gesture, and body language to enrich the actor's experience and deepen characterization. This class is appropriate for all levels.