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Test Drive Acting Class for Adults in Wellen Park
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Test Drive Acting Class for Adults in Wellen Park

Free

with Brad Wages

Calendar Jan 19, 2026 at 6:30 pm

Calling all adults! Come "test drive" an acting class with Venice Theatre's lead instructor Brad Wages, and discover the joy of acting! For students who are new to the world of acting.

Instructor: Brad Wages

Drop in Improv! for Adults (January Session)
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Drop in Improv! for Adults (January Session)

$40

with Daniel Dagesse

Calendar Jan 24, 2026 at 1 pm

Daniel's adult improv classes cater to any level with specially crafted games, warm-ups, and exercises. Increase confidence, decrease anxiety, and find community! Must be registered by noon two days prior to class.

4 Sessions! Try out one class or take them all! Material will be new and fresh every time. 

  • January session: Jan. 24, 2026
  • February session: February 28, 2026
  • March session: March 21, 2026
  • April session: April 18, 2026

Instructor: Daniel Dagesse

Get that Part! Or Master that Monologue Adult Audition Class
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Get that Part! Or Master that Monologue Adult Audition Class

$185

with Preston Boyd

Calendar Jan 26, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 7 weeks

Get that part! Preston will get you ready for the next round of auditions by focusing on monologues and cold readings. Some memorization required.

Instructor: Preston Boyd

It's Time to Play! Acting for Adults in Wellen Park
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It's Time to Play! Acting for Adults in Wellen Park

$158

with Sandy Davisson

Calendar Jan 26, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

There is much fun to be had in this adult acting class at Solis Hall. We'll explore the actor's tools: voice, mind, body and imagination. Other topics may include monologues, scene study, and one of the most important principles of acting - "sending and receiving." All experience levels welcomed.

Instructor: Sandy Davisson

5-6-7-8! Dance for Adults
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5-6-7-8! Dance for Adults

$175

with Vanessa Russo

Calendar Jan 29, 2026 at 5:15 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Vanessa's popular dance class is for adults who want to improve their dance skills or just want to move and have fun! She'll have your feet doing moves you never knew they could do.

Instructor: Vanessa Russo

The Guts to Live! An Acting Exploration into the World of Tennessee Williams
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The Guts to Live! An Acting Exploration into the World of Tennessee Williams

$185

with Scott Keys

Calendar Jan 31, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 7 weeks

"Why did I write? Because I found life so unsatisfactory" ~ Tennessee Williams In this adult acting class, Scott will take you on a journey through the classic American plays of Tennessee Williams. Using monologues and scene work, you'll explore rich, complex characters to sharpen your acting skills.

Instructor: Scott Keys

Bring Your Story to Life! The Foundations of Dramatic Writing
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Bring Your Story to Life! The Foundations of Dramatic Writing

$185

with Susana Falcon

Calendar Jan 31, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 7 weeks

Whether it's on stage or screen, conflict created by compelling characters drives a good plot. This adult class is for writers of all levels who seek to develop ideas into viable skills, learn foundational principles of dramatic writing, and transform an idea into a well-crafted story. Applies to any storytelling genre.

Instructor: Susana Falcon

Pinky's Players at VT
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Pinky's Players at VT

$250

with Becky Holahan

Calendar Feb 16, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 14 weeks

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 12 through 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and performances May 21 to 24, 2026. Please note this program is not structured to offer one-on-one student support. Student actors must meet admission criteria.

Instructors: Becky Holahan & George DeJong





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