Splash Biography

Come and check out this introduction to the world of acting and physical drama. We will be exploring the art of interpretation, or "theatre of the mind". During this class you will learn how to use voices, facial expressions and body movements to communicate to any audience. We will go over the basics of accents and articulation and how to get your whole body involved in setting the stage of drama. If you have ever wanted to know more about acting in movies or on the stage, then this class is for you!

From the ancient epics of Homer to Eminem's passionate anthems, there have always been members of society who try to describe our values, joys and frustrations through songs and poems. In this class we will be exploring some of these muses. From ancient to modern pop music, we will be looking at how their words and sounds reflect our values. And if you like, bring your favorite songs (with lyrics) and poems so we can explore why you like those particular composisitons.

Every day, Communication is necessary - with teachers, parents, friends, employers. In each of these situations, persuasion is power. According to Aristotle, rhetoric is "the ability, in each particular case, to see the available means of persuasion." We'll be exploring how Aristotle's philosophies can help us with everything from school presentations to talking with friends.

In this 5-week studio class, you will learn the techniques involved in producing computer based music. You will leave the ...