Christian Youth Theater in Chicago
 
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Lord of Life Lutheran Church - 5601 Washington Road
Tuesdays 5:00-7:00 pm September 7 - November 16no class November 9
 

Our Gang 1 (ages 6 - 7)
   Teacher: Leanne Weber
Let your imagination take flight into the world of theater through song, music and dance. The fun never stops in Our Gang and includes theater basics while learning the foundations of performing in a safe, encouraging environment. We also take time for fun with games and crafts. Let your child take the spotlight!

Voice 1 for Kids (ages 8 - 12)
   Teacher: Amy Potts
Whether you sing in your church choir, along with Rock Band, or just in the shower, singing can be fun!  Learn how to put those pipes to use with good technique and style. In this interactive class students will learn the fundamental concepts and training of the voice. Learn proper posture and breathing techniques, phrasing and how to stay on pitch.

Improv 1 for Kids/Teens (ages 10 - 14)
   Teacher: Patrick Weber
Create drama, humor and stories on the spot. This class will give you the basic principles of improvisation and give you the confidence to embrace everything that is thrown at you when you don''t have a script in your hands.  Learn team building skills that will strengthen your ability to play with your partners on stage.  In this class that solely focuses on short-form improv, you will learn how to live “in the moment and confidently say Yes! to anything.

    

Dance 1 for Kids (ages 8 - 12)
   Teacher: Danielle Webber
5, 6, 7, 8 It''s time to get up and dance! Step up to all the basic techniques that will prepare you to take on any form of dance.  Beyond the standard ballet positions you''ll learn how to chasse, channe, pirouette, kick, leap, and more.  Whether you want to learn Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, or Ballroom, this class will give you the foundation you’ll need to succeed.

Drama 1 for Kids (ages 8 - 12)
   Teacher: Olivia Hubing
Become a character from head to toe. Explore the building blocks of acting through creative movement, story enactment, theater games, imagination journeys and more! You''ll be able to use your whole body, voice & facial expressions to portray everything from a swashbuckling pirate to a oompa loompa. Create your character from scratch and perform in scenes like Chronicles of Narnia, Treasure Island, Little Princess, Alice in Wonderland and more.

Voice 3 for Teens - Duets and Harmonies (ages 12 - 18)
   Teacher: Paul Brown
Harmonize together! This class breaks down the process of harmonizing with another vocalist. Learn solfege, blending, character relationships and creating basic chords within a duet or trio!

 

* designates a core CYT class which is also a great beginning class for the new CYT student

Please Note:  All classes and teachers are subject to change.