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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:26.0pt">YOUR STUDENT CAN TRAIN WITH PARK PLAYHOUSE PROFESSIONALS!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Classes for 2015 include Dance Training, Scene Study, Performing Artists Workshop (triple threat), and Broadway Connection – a Master Class Series!<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">A well rounded musical theatre education doesn’t stop at performance opportunities. Honing technique and developing new sets of skills is equally important, and can help your student to improve upon their innate talent. Over the past two
years, Park Playhouse has expanded our programming to include not only our summer productions, but to also offer a series of fall and spring workshops and classes. This year, we have the following exciting opportunities that your students could be a part of:<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">NEW FOR 2015-2016 - Broadway Connection</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">This seven session Master Class Series features
<a href="http://www.broadwayconnection.net"><b><i>Broadway Connection</i></b></a> teaching artists with Broadway performers from all of the major National Tour productions playing at Proctors during the 2015-2016 season. Workshops will be held on the Monday
evening prior to touring productions playing Proctors in Schenectady, and the classes will be hosted at The Palace Theatre in Albany, NY. Individual workshops will feature two-hour master classes, each culminating in an open questions & answer session with
the Broadway Connection artists, all of whom have significant experience performing on Broadway, in touring productions and in regional theaters throughout our nation. Class size is
<em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">strictly</span></em> limited, so secure your space today! Enrollment is now open!</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Classes & topics offered in the 2015/2016 Series:</span></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">October</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""> (featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Book of Mormon</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Musical Theatre Performance
</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">November</span></strong> (featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Motown</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Musical Theatre Dance</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">December </span></strong>(featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Matilda</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Triple Threat Technique</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">December </span></strong>(featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>White Christmas</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Tap Dance</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">January</span></strong> (featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Cinderella</u>) -<em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""> Audition Techniques</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">April </span></strong>(featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Lion King</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Acting Through Song</span></em><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">May</span></strong> (featuring Broadway Connection artists from
<u>Once</u>) – <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Vocal Technique
</span></em></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Classes will be divided by age, with separate sessions running concurrently for both 9-12 year-olds and 13-18 year-olds. Individual master classes will be available at a rate of $50 per class.
You can get one workshop free (savings of $50) and secure your space in every workshop ahead of time by booking a full series package. Series packages can be booked for $300, and are the best way to ensure your student is able to participate in all workshops.
Enrollment is limited to full series packages until September 1, at which point any remaining slots will be offered to individual workshops on a first-come, first-served basis. Class size is strictly limited, and series packages are strongly recommended.
Visit <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/broadway-connection">www.parkplayhouse.com/broadway-connection</a> or
<a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/2015-2016-BC-Series-Application1.pdf">
CLICK HERE for registration information!</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Performing Artists Workshop - now with TWO experience levels!</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">This team taught workshop features a three person faculty - popular local performer and vocal instructor Lisa Passonno Franklin, Producing Artistic Director Owen Smith, and Resident Choreographer Ashley-Simone Kirchner!
Each student will receive dance, acting and vocal instruction during the weekly 90-minute class sessions. Based on an assessment by our staff, students will be divided into two levels to allow less experienced students separate instruction from intermediate
students. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Classes are held Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00pm at the Palace Theatre</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Recommended for students from ages 8 to 13</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>This 10 week session’s classes begin September 16 and run through November 18</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Cost for 10-week session, per student is $250<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Visit <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/arts-education">
www.parkplayhouse.com/arts-education</a> or <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/PAW-Info-Flyer-Fall-20151.pdf">
CLICK HERE for registration forms!</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Dance Classes – NEW for Fall 2015 ADVANCED JAZZ</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">As resident dance instructor for Park Playhouse, Ashley-Simone Kirchner will be teaching a full series of dance classes in a variety of styles to students at a range of skill levels. Ballet is the basis of all musical
theatre dance technique and we encourage all students to consider this class before or in addition to registering for Musical Theatre Dance. Advanced Jazz is a college prep track intended for students with significant prior dance training. Ashley is committed
to catering to her students, and can provide ideal instruction for your student – no matter their prior experience!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Tap Dance</span></strong> – Tuesdays @ 5:30pm (one-hour class)<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Ballet </span></strong>- Tuesdays @ 6:30pm (one-hour class)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Musical Theatre Dance</span></strong> – Tuesdays @ 7:30pm (one-hour class)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Advanced Jazz</span></strong> – Thursdays @ 5:30pm (90-Minute class).
<em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Note: prior dance training required.</span></em><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">All classes will be held at The Palace Theatre in Albany<o:p></o:p></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Recommended for students ages 12-18</span></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">This 10-</span></strong><em><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-style:normal">week session’s classes begin the week of September 15 and
run through the week of November 17<o:p></o:p></span></b></em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><em><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-style:normal">Cost for 10-week session, per class per student is $250<o:p></o:p></span></b></em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><em><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";font-style:normal">Visit
<a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com">www.parkplayhouse.com</a> or <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Info-Fall-Dance-20151.pdf">
CLICK HERE for registration information!</a></span></em><o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Advanced Scene Study – Ideal for older
<i>Pajama Game </i>students hoping to hone their acting skills!</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">This new class series is dedicated to advancing students’ skills in the art of acting. While many local students have private voice teachers or take dance classes, it is our experience that very few students have
gained formal instruction in acting technique. We firmly believe that this is essential for success in theatre, including success as a dancer or vocalist. Classes will be taught by Producing Artistic Director, Owen Smith.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Classes are held Thursdays from 7:00pm to 8:30pm at The Palace Theatre</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>This 10-week session’s classes run from September 17 to November 19</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Intended for students ages 15 to 18
</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b>Cost for this 10-week session per student is $250</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Visit <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com">
www.parkplayhouse.com</a> or <a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Scene-Study-20151.pdf">
CLICK HERE for registration forms!</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Questions? Email Associate Director of Education, Ashley-Simone Kirchner at
<a href="mailto:Ashley@parkplayhouse.com">Ashley@parkplayhouse.com</a> or call at 518.434.2035 ext. 113.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Ashley-Simone Kirchner<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Associate Director of Education<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">P.O. Box 525<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Albany, NY 12201<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.parkplayhouse.com/">www.parkplayhouse.com</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:ashley@parkplayhouse.com">ashley@parkplayhouse.com</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">518-434-2035<o:p></o:p></p>
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