Check out our Pop-Up Classes - short mini sessions with fun themes perfect for the busy theatre lover! Pop Ups are 4 weeks long and focus in on one goal or one finished piece to perform at the end. Some Pop Ups are available for registration now, and be on the look out for more to “pop up” throughout the session!
See below for class descriptions & schedule and check back for added Pop-Ups.
FALL POP-UP ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN!
Pop Up Classes are the perfect way to get your performing arts class fix without imploding your schedule. Pick up a new skill, enjoy themes you can’t find any other time in the GCPA calendar, and come back session to session as your schedule allows for something new - but always just as fun!
Four-week PopUps cost $75 for the entire session. Pop Ups are subject to the registration fee for new students. CLICK HERE for full class payment and policy information.
FALL SESSION 1: September 29 - October 25
In this creative drama class, students will transform into fairies, dragons, wizards, and other magical creatures before joining together to act out fun, imaginative stories. Each session begins with simple face painting to transform into the week’s theme, followed by fun group creative play where students create and perform their own fantastical adventures. It’s a chance to become the hero, villain, or magical being of your own story!
Minis & Juniors: Ages 5-10 September 29 - October 20
Mondays, 5pm - 6pm Instructors: Trinity Madison & Christy Timberlake Cost: $75
Dare to explore the darker side of Shakespeare! Step into the world of witches, ghosts, and haunted dreams as we bring to life the Weird Sisters, the madness of Lady Macbeth, and the ghosts that haunt King Richard III. Learn the art of the bard's scantion and put it to some of his most thrilling text, sharing your hauntingly fun scenes in a final presentation.
Option 1: Tweens & Seniors: Ages 13-18 October 4 - October 25
Mondays, 7pm - 8pm Instructor: Annalise McCann Cost: $75
Option 2: Tweens & Seniors: Ages 13-18 October 4 - October 25
Saturdays, 1pm - 2pm Instructor: Annalise McCann Cost: $75
Step into the world of mystery and intrigue as you become the writer, director, and actor of your very own whodunit! In this four-week class, students will work together to create an original mini murder mystery play, from crafting characters and clues to staging dramatic reveals. Showcase your production in a live performance for parents in the final class!
Tweens & Seniors: Ages 10-18 October 1 - October 22
Wednesdays, 7pm - 8pm Instructor: Cassie Gant Cost: $75
Unleash your inner Glinda and Elphaba on the Ozdust dance floor! Students will work together to create their own dance duets inspired by Wicked's iconic Ozdust dance between Glinda and Elphaba, and learn choreography inspired by the movie and stage renditions of "Dancing Through Life."
Juniors & Tweens: Ages 8-13 October 2 - October 23
Thursdays, 8pm - 9pm Instructor: Hannah Owens Cost: $75
Step into the world of K-Pop Demon Hunters and dance to the beat of your favorite soundtrack! Learn about the signature style of K-Pop choreography while building combinations set to the film’s hit songs How It’s Done and Soda Pop. In the final class, students will perform their routine like true K-Pop idols, bringing the energy of a live stage to life!
Juniors & Tweens: Ages 8-13 October 4 - October 25
Saturdays, 3:30pm - 4:30pm Instructor: Taylor Lee Cost: $75
Learn introductory technique behind unarmed stage combat! In this class, students begin to develop the art of safely performing punches, kicks, falls and fundamentals of attacks and defense. Master dynamic reactions in choreographed fight sequences and wield creativity in the fun of storytelling through combat.
Juniors & Tweens: Ages 8-13 October 4 - October 25
Saturdays, 11am - 12pm Instructor: Annalise McCann Cost: $75
FALL SESSION 2: October 27 - November 22