Join us this Winter!
Fulton Academy of Theatre Winter Classes 2022
Adventure awaits for the student who is just starting their artistic journey, or the student who is well on their way. The Fulton Theatre is your home for professional theatre training in Lancaster. Our virtual Academy of Theatre classes will engage student's creativity and imagination and nurture their inner artist. Academy Home Page ›
Please Read Before Registering
Join us this Winter for our Virtual Academy of Theatre Classes. Classes will be held over the Zoom platform. We use our ticketing system for Academy Registration. This can look confusing, so please refer to the following instructions. To Register, Select 'Register Now' next to the class you would like to choose. Do not change the date on the 'Select Your Seat' page. You can change the number of students you would like to register. Click 'Reserve' and then Check Out as you would for any other purchase. Please make sure to include a valid email address as this is how we will contact you with important information for the class. You will be given a 'ticket' that will only list the first day of class. Please refer to the description of the class below for the full dates and times. After you register you will receive an email with instructions on how to fill out our Student Information Form and any other details you might need. If you do not receive that email by one week before the class starts, please contact StephJo Wise at swise@thefulton.org. If you would like to register by phone or need assistance applying a credit, contact the Box Office at 717-394-7133 ext. 103
Early learner’s imaginations will soar as they engage in dramatic play diving into stories filled with adventure! Children will learn to use the tools of an actor to become many characters, transforming their voices and bodies and using cooperation to explore stories. Students will also practice their early literacy skills as they examine a story’s setting, sequence story events, and even problem solve to change the story outcomes!
Flex those improvisation muscles in this fun and energetic course! Students will take on the roles of actors, writers, and the audience as they build confidence and communication skills while creating strong characters. Improv is a great confidence builder in addition to being a lot of fun!
Students will create scenes and musical numbers while developing strong physical characters and character voices. Young actors will engage in various Broadway singing styles, scenes, and dance techniques throughout this fun-filled class!
When it comes to auditioning, the more prepared you are the better! Let’s face it, auditioning is not easy! This class is designed to assist the student in developing strong ability to deliver text as a song. Emphasis is on the combination of acting and singing skills to make a well-rounded performance. This class will strengthen vocal technique, expand song repertoire, reduce singing anxiety, and prepare musical theatre audition material.
Teens will dive into the Actor’s process, analyzing and creating characters while working with contrasting comedic and dramatic scenes. Students will learn how to use their bodies and voices to build strong and believable characters and relationships with fellow actors.
Academy Programs
Early Childhood
Young children (ages 3-6) explore dramatic play through storytelling, music, dance/movement, and puppetry. The Early Childhood Program develops creativity, social and emotional skills, and problem-solving techniques.
Elementary School
Elementary aged youth explore the many components of the performing arts. Students hone their skills focusing on their Actor's Tools: Body, Voice, Imagination, and Ensemble Cooperation.
Teen Conservatory
Teens will sharpen their skills for strong performance techniques and learn a depth of knowledge for theatre production. Students will discover the artist within through intensive exercises in acting voice, physical movement/dance and ensemble development.
Please fill out the student form and read the policy statement after you have registered for class.