WORKSHOPS, COMMUNITY CLASSES & PRIVATE COACHING
OUR MISSION
IS TO OFFER A PROFESSIONAL LEVEL OF TRAINING IN THE PERFORMING ARTS TO
CULTIVATE CREATIVITY, INSPIRE ART & INVEST IN THE PASSION OF STUDENTS OF ALL AGES & BACKGROUNDS.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
A VARIETY OF TRADITIONAL & NON - TRADITIONAL
DANCE, ACTING & VOICE WORKSHOPS, COMMUNITY CLASSES & PRIVATE COACHING OPTIONS.
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SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION
We specialize in small classes, no more than eight students to a class.
This leaves room for fun and engagement.
2017 LITTLE ONES
WINTER/SPRING CLASS
FEBRUARY - APRIL
An introduction class that has a little bit of everything! Modern, Jazz and Ballet, through games, song, and dance. Students will learn coordination and spatial awareness with a specific focus on class etiquette. A fantastic introduction to dance. $135 / 8 Classes
LITTLE ONES | 4yr- 6yr
SATURDAYS
February 18th - April 8th
9:30am - 10:25am (55 mins)
2017 ADULT
WINTER/SPRING CLASSES
STARTING IN FEBRUARY
Payments are made the day of class with Cash or Check only. Class will only take place with 3 or more students, so we require students to RSVP by noon, the Wednesday before class. As we grow our student base, these procedures will change accordingly. Thank you!
A high-energy class that infuses African and
Hip-Hop dance, with full-body cardio, stretch, and across the floor combos! This class works your core, your flexibility, and endurance! Why not dance and sweat at the same time?!?
$17 / Class
ADULTS | 18yr & Up
THURSDAYS
February 16th - June 6th
6:45pm - 8:00pm (75 mins)
This course is designed for the adult that wants to discover something new about themselves, geared to all students and all levels, no prior experience needed! Not only for actors, this class will give you tools to apply in real life whether it be in the office or home. Leave behind your expectations and step into the unknown. Free your imagination, build self-confidence, and have a great, outrageous time doing it!
Say “YES”! I guarantee you will not regret it.
$17 / Class
ADULTS | 18yr & Up
THURSDAYS
February 16th - June 6th
8:15pm - 9:30pm (75 mins)
2017 JUNIOR & TEEN
WINTER/SPRING WORKSHOPS
FEBRUARY - MARCH
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR CREATIVE BALLET & MONOLOGUES WORKSHOPS
NO BUNS needed! This class focuses on learning Classical Ballet technique & terminology without fear. Learn to use Ballet technique to enhance any style of dance you are interested in. Classes will include barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations, with an emphasis on musicality and expression. $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
February 16th - March 9th
4:00pm - 5:10pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
February 18th - March 11th
10:45am - 11:55am (70 mins)
The Monologue Workshop is fun fun fun! Designed with age appropriate material for each student to make their monologues there own. Students will practice, perform and listen to others perform their work. Students will receive and offer feedback to enhance overall learning comprehension! Approaching each monologue from action, objection, and connection, all while building confidence and memorization skills! $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
February 16th - March 9th
5:15pm - 6:25pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
February 18th - March 11th
12:00pm - 1:10pm (70 mins)
MARCH - APRIL
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR MODERN & SCENE STUDY WORKSHOPS
The foundations of Modern dance technique. Students will explore partnering through weight sharing exercises including suspension/release, fall/recovery, and use of momentum while connecting breath and movement. $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
March 16th - April 6th
4:00pm - 5:10pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
March 18th - April 8th
10:45am - 11:55am (70 mins)
Scene Study is ideal for any student who has an interest in acting on stage, film, or television. Students pick a scene that excites them and spend 4 weeks bringing it to life through acting and blocking! Students will learn how to analyze their script, work in pairs and will have a blast! $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
March 16th - April 6th
5:15pm - 6:25pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
March 18th - April 8th
12:00pm - 1:10pm (70 mins)
APRIL - MAY
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR JAZZ & HIP-HOP & IMPROV WORKSHOPS ON APRIL 1ST
A rhythmic, beat driven workshop that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking with Jazz dance technique such as: isolations of the body, complex dance rhythms and patterns. $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
April 13th - May 4th
4:00pm - 5:10pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
April 15th - May 6th
10:45am - 11:55am (70 mins)
Play, play and play some moreI This workshop encourages students to become more comfortable and confident in themselves and their acting choices, no matter the situation. Sometimes silly, sometimes outrageous, “improv training” inspires students to think outside of the box and say “YES” to the unknown! $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
April 13th - May 4th
5:15pm - 6:25pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
April 15th - May 6th
12:00pm - 1:10pm (70 mins)
MAY - JUNE
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR MUSICAL THEATRE & ON-CAMERA WORKSHOPS ON MAY 1ST
This workshop will not only incorporate Jazz and Ballet technique, it will also offer an opportunity to learn different repertory from some of the most popular Broadway shows! A fun way to learn performance skills such as: connection to the audience and how to tell a story through dance. $95
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
May 11th - June 1st
4:00pm - 5:10pm (70 mins)
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
May 13th - June 3rd
10:45am - 11:55am (70 mins)
Pick up your script and watch it after it is shot! This class is a popular one. Students will learn practical On-Camera technique and an in-depth look into the film and television industry. The best part is, students are sent a digital copy of their best work! We recommend taking either the Monologue, Improv, or Scene Study workshop as a pre-requisite before this one. $95
JUNIORS | 7yr-12yr
SATURDAYS
May 13th - June 3rd
12:00pm - 1:10pm (70 mins)
TEENS | 13yr-17yr
THURSDAYS
May 11th - June 1st
5:15pm - 6:25pm (70 mins)
PRIVATE COACHING
PRIVATE COACHING FOCUSING ON
DANCE - ACTING - SINGING - PUBLIC SPEAKING - AUDITION PREPARATION
"Broadway Dancer Hettie Barnhill is a sensation, both on and off the stage."
-K. Kuchar (DEMO Magazine)
Hettie Barnhill is a broadway actress, teacher, choreographer and the founder of Movement & Characters in the Hudson Valley. Currently performing with Face-Off Unlimited Improv Company in NYC. On Broadway, Hettie has performed in the productions "Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark”, Tony Award-winning,”FELA!" (original cast), based on the life and music of the late Nigerian singer Fela Kuti, and the Tony -Award-nominated “Leap Of Faith” (original cast).
Currently, she will be performing in The Metropolitan Opera’s Production of “Romeo & Juliet”. Off stage, Hettie uses her art as therapy for people in need and was recipient of the 2011 NAACP "Top 12 Leaders 40 & Under Award" in the field of "Arts and Culture" and twice honored as a “Rising Star” by the Young & Powerful for Obama Group for the outreach and work she has done for her community.
Other recent Credits includes: “Lulu” at the MET, “Maverick” (NYC showcase) “Fly” A new musical, ”Law and Order SVU", "The Knick" and upcoming feature film "King Bolden”. Recent Teaching Credits includes; Mark Morris Dance Center, The JCC Triple Threat Program, and Stephens College Dance Department.
WHO IS HETTIE?
Guest Instructors
Timothy Shipley
Dance/Acting Guest Instructor
Timothy is a performer, choreographer, theater educator, and props artisan. He recently graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts with a concentration in Performance and a Minor in Art History from the State University of New York at New Paltz.
Growing up in a suburb of Buffalo, NY he was featured in many shows at Williamsville North High School and at the Academy of Theatre Arts under the direction of Dina Slawson. During his time at SUNY New Paltz, Timothy was featured in several shows both with the theater department and with student groups on campus. He also worked on multiple shows as a "props master" under the supervision of Ken Goldstein.
Professionally Timothy has worked in multiple aspects of theater. He has worked as an actor, props artisan, choreographer, and theater educator with companies such as Millbrook Playhouse, A Class Act NY, In Our Words, and Movement & Characters. Currently, Timothy is serving as the education intern at New York Theatre Workshop and as an administrative assistant at "A Class Act NY". In addition to this he is also assistant directing A Class Act NY's production of Spamalot and in rehearsals for Two Star Motel with The Dare Tactic.
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HUDSON VALLEY LOCATION
71 MAIN STREET, NEW PALTZ, NY 12561
(ENTRANCE BTW COCOON & HUDSON GOLD SMITHS - 2ND FLOOR)
NEW YORK CITY AREA BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
"Great! Just LOVE it.
Amazing class. Amazing energy!"
-Ashley (Dance Major 2014)
