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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

Payment plan available: $50 deposit plus 2 payments of $67.50, paid every four weeks.

Dance and Sing for Grades K-2 PERFORMS!

$295

with Vanessa Russo

Calendar Feb 2, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Students in grades K-2 will dance to the beat with Vanessa and sing out the melodies with Eve as they work toward performing in their class showcase. Students must be available on the morning of April 18, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a technical rehearsal and April 19, 2026 for their 6 p.m. showcase in the Pinkerton Theatre. New students welcomed! There is no class during Spring break on March 16, 2026.

Instructors: Vanessa Russo & Eve Grissinger

Creative Dramatics for Pre-K Students Ages 3-4 (SESSION 1 )

$150

with Vanessa Russo

Calendar Feb 4, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 5 weeks

This creative dramatics class for our youngest little actors will explore the magic of theatre through games, improv, and exercises. Bonus: Theatre promotes group dynamics and improves communication and problem-solving skills.

Instructors: Vanessa Russo & Eve Grissinger

Payment plan available: $50 deposit plus 2 payments of $50.00, paid every four weeks.

Theatre Magic for Grades K-2 PERFORMS!

$295

with Kelly Duyn

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 10 weeks

It's the performance semester! Students in our K-2 acting class will rehearse for their showcase on April 19, 2026 at 6 p.m. Students must attend the technical rehearsal on the morning of April 18, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. New students welcomed! There is no class during Spring break on March 19, 2026.

Instructor: Kelly Duyn & Eve Grissinger

Payment plan available: $50 deposit plus 2 payments of $122.50, paid every four weeks.

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

Payment plan available: $50 deposit plus 2 payments of $66.66, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $66.68.

Drop in Improv! for Adults (February Session)

$40

with Daniel Dagesse

Calendar Feb 28, 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.

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

  • February session: February 28, 2026
  • March session: March 21, 2026
  • April session: April 18, 2026

Instructor: Daniel Dagesse

Creative Dramatics for Pre-K Students Ages 3-4 (SESSION 2)

$150

with Vanessa Russo

Calendar Mar 11, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 5 weeks

This creative dramatics class for our youngest little actors will explore the magic of theatre through games, improv, and exercises. Bonus: Theatre promotes group dynamics and improves communication and problem-solving skills.

Instructors: Vanessa Russo & Eve Grissinger

Drop in Improv! for Adults (March Session)

$40

with Daniel Dagesse

Calendar Mar 21, 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.

2 more sessions! Try out one class or take them both! Material will be new and fresh every time. 

  • March session: March 21, 2026
  • April session: April 18, 2026

 

Instructor: Daniel Dagesse





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