performing arts centre of penang - The Actors Studio

10Fauziah Nawi. Patrick Teoh.Datin Seri Tiara Jacquelina.Leslie Dawson. Ramli Hassan.These names have benefitedf ro m T h e A c to r s S t u d i oAcademy’s programme andwent on to be successfulindividuals in their own right.The arts can teach us whatlessons in classrooms cannot.Today, The Actors StudioAcademy continues to run awhole host of arts coursesfor children through to adults,for aspiring artistes as well asthe average person. Its artsbasedcorporate training isalso highly popular.For further information or tosign up for activities, pleasecontact the Academy at+603 4047 9060academy@klpac.orgSpeech & Drama ProgrammeDesigned to nurture your child's confidence,speech and performance skills, the classeswill be 12 fun months of theatre games,dancing & movement, musical theatre, andmuch more. Every semester consists of 10weeks that lead up to a mini-presentation.Each lesson will be conducted with thefollowing learning outcomes:• Performance fundamentals andspeech skills.• Physical and vocal techniques/ ways astools in performance• Application of performance & speechskills in learning and living skills.• Confidence building in speech,interaction and performance.BeginnersIntermediateSatSunBeginner’s LevelSemester Available (Semester 1, 2 & 3)Age group:Group A: 7–9 yrs, Group B: 10–12 yrsGroup C: 13–15 yrsDay: Saturday or SundayTime: 10am–12pmCourse Fee: RM360 per semesterRegistration Fee: RM50Speech & Drama Programme Structure & ScheduleSpeech & Drama (Semester 1) Musical Theatre (Semester 2) Production (Semester 3)• An intro to the performancefundamentals and speech skills.• An intro to physical and vocaltechniques as performance tools.• Application of performance andspeech skills in learning & life.• Students will refresh their skillson performance fundamentals.• Students will be will introducedto popular texts/plays byShakespeare and others• An introduction to musicaltheatre• An introduction to vocal anddance techniques used inmusical theatre performances.• Exposure to a wider vocabularyof choreography.• An increased song repertoire.• Learn pieces from popular localand international musicals.• An introduction to thefundamentals and skillsrequired in putting up aproduction encompassing:-acting -sound -back stage work-lights -set design -costume• Students will collaboratewith facilitators for a finalpresentation.Age Group 7–9 years old Age Group 10–12 years old Age Group 13–15 years oldFeb 11, 18, 25 Mar 3, 24, 31 Apr 7,14, 21, 28Feb 12, 19, 26 Mar 4, 25 Apr 1, 8,15, 22, 29May 12, 19, Jun 16, 23, 30, Jul 7,14, 21, 28, Aug 4Each class will have the various topicscovered in varying activities:• Movement and Body • Popular Literature• Ensemble Work • Solo Work • Devised Work• Scripted Work • Speech & Voice WorkMay 13, 20 Jun 17, 24 Jul 1, 8, 15,22, 29 Aug 5Sep 1, 8, 22, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20Nov 3, 10, 11Sep 2, 9, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21Nov 4, 10, 11OTHER PROGRAMMESDance Workshop Series: (Modern) LyricalHip Hop with Zick HazriLyrical hip hop is a type of dance that create balance,build strong muscles and form a great figure.Dancers of this form look like they're unwinding,unravelling and floating. Popping, locking andfluid movements are some of the moves you willlearn in the class. Join the class for a fun learningexperience!Age: 7–15 yrsDate: Apr 7,14,21,28 May 5,12,19,26Time: 2pm–3pmCourse Fee: RM240*Beginners Acting Course by Victoria MunnichThis course aims to teach the fundamental elementsof performing. Students will work together as aprofessional theatre company. The course willinclude physical and vocal warm up, exercises todevelop stamina and the correct breathing method.Techniques like “The Method”, improvisational andcollaborative approach to integrating text, imageand sound will be taught in preparation for a finalproduction at the end of the course.Date: Apr 5,12,19,26 May 3,10,17,24,31 Jun 7,14,21Time: Thursdays 7pm–10pmCourse Fee: RM450*Gain Strength, Increase Flexibility, ImproveYour Posture, and Discover Your InnerPotential by David LimUtilizing exercises and methods derived fromtheatre and other performance arts, we will work toenhance our kinesthetic, visual, and tactile sensesto give our bodies the conditioning they need. Bythe end of the course, students can expect to leavewith a list of exercises that they can employ in theirdaily lives for the rest of their lives. Other possibleoutcomes from this course are self-discovery,awareness of physical capabilities, development ofone’s creative potential, and having so much fun!Date: Mar 25,Apr 1,8,15,22,29,May 6Time: Sundays 10.30am to 1pmCourse fee: RM300*FACILITATORSZick Hazri is a dance graduate from ASWARA.He was placed in the Top 10 National Hip HopChallenge, RC Dance Master, and was championof the Charm International Cheer LeadingChampionship 2009. He also practices traditionaland contemporary dance.Mano Maniam has been part of the localtheatre scene for close to five decades and is apractising actor, director, drama teacher, voice-overartiste and writer. He has been in stage plays, TV,cinema and animation. He has played a variety ofroles in three languages locally and abroad.Shobana Sahajananan started dancing at theage of four. Trained since young in bharathanatyam,she continues on to pursue oddisi, khatak andmujra and also belly dance. She has been dancingall her life and conducted many workshops andchoreographed various events.Traditional Malay Gamelan Workshop ByEzanin MazlanNoted as the music that is usually played duringroyal and formal occasions since the 19 century,gamelan music generates rich, sonorous andmesmerizing sounds. Playing the gamelan caninspire self-confidence, improve co-ordination andlistening skills, encourage interaction and teambuildingand be a great chance to try somethingnew. You are welcome to attend regardless of yourmusical background-all you need is a desire to learn.Beginners (Saturday, 2pm–4pm)Sem 1: Mar 17,24,31 Apr 7,14,21,28 May 12,19Showcase: May 26Sem 2: Jun 30 Jul 7,14,21,28 Aug 04,11 Sep 01,08Showcase: Sep 15Advanced (Sunday, 11.30am–1.30pm)Sem 1: Mar 18,25 Apr 01,8,15,22,29 May 13,20Showcase: May 27Sem 2: Jul 1,8,15,22,29 Aug 05,12 Sep 2,9Showcase: Sep 16Course Fee: RM300* per semesterBollywood Dancing For Beginners byShobana SahajanananBollywood dance style incorporates the fusion ofHip Hop, Jazz, Salsa, East Indian Classical, Folk,and Bhangra dance. The combination of the stepswill strengthen the dancer’s awareness of music,timing, spacing and precision. The class is casual,informal and a fun way of workout!This workshop will prepare you for professionaldance training and troupe performances for stageshows, television, film, corporate events, concerts,wedding reception, private parties, workshops, andsocial/public events.Suitable for beginners and those with experienceAges: Children: 4yrs–15yrs; Adults : 16yrs +Date: Sundays (beginning 4 Mar)[March 4,11,18,25] [Apr 1,8,15,22][Apr29 May 13,20,27]Time: 1pm–2pm (children); 2pm–3pm (adults)Course fee: RM120 per month/ RM350 for 3months / RM40 for trial class*David Lim is a stage director and an actingteacher. He recently directed boom at klpac and Godof Carnage at PJ Live Arts. He has taught acting atThe Actors Studio Academy @ klpac for more thanfive years. He trained in acting at the Atlantic ActingSchool in New York City & also with teachers fromthe world renowned Moscow Art Theatre School.Victoria Munnich started her career in the UKas drama teacher, actor and director, before her role asArtistic Director at the Oldham Theatre Workshop - aspecialist Theatre Workshop for young people. She hasacquired vast knowledge and experience of runningDrama & Theatre workshops, teaching and developingyoung people with skills in both performance basedtheatre and educational drama workshops.Ezanin Mazlan has been always been in lovewith traditional music since his school years. Hegraduated from ASWARA with Diploma in Music in2008, and has participated in many productions invarious capacities in ASWARA and elsewhere.Theatre for Seniors with Mano ManiamThis programme is specially designed to meetthe numerous requests for a theatre appreciationcourse for those who have not had any, or haveonly remote experience with the local performingarts scene such as retirees, parents, and those withtime on their hands.It seeks to give a broad exposure to what's going onin the performing arts, especially in the klpac andother local venues. Participants will enjoy readingsome plays and with some guidance be able totalk about them. Actors, writers and directors willjoin the group to share their experiences with theparticipants.Prospects to create and perform within the groupwill also be encouraged.Age: 50 and above (Max 18 participants)Date: June 14,15,21,22,28,29,30Time: 10am–2pmCourse Fee: RM400*Acting Intensive by David LimIn this class, students will learn a step-by-stepapproach to script analysis utilizing an Americanacting technique called Practical Aesthetics. Theywill also be exposed to performance technique andto the Repetition, an acting exercise that is effectivein creating honest and natural performances. Thesetechniques will help students overcome selfconsciousnessand teach them how to be active ina spontaneous and truthful way. Students will thenincorporate these skills into scene work.The class is suitable for those with or withoutformal acting training. Students will be required toattend classes punctually and be prepared to spenda significant amount of time outside of classes onhomework and rehearsals.Date: Mar 24,28,31,Apr 4,7,11,14,18,21,25,28Time: Wed 8pm–10.30pm, Sat 2.30pm–6.30pmCourse fee: RM600*Student Limit: Min 8, Max 14* Please note RM50 registration fee isapplicable for all classes.The Actors Studio Academy @ penangpacIs now operating at full swing, with theacademy's Speech & Drama programmeas well as a host of other exciting danceand movement classes.Learn more atwww.penangpac.orgTo register or for further enquiries:call Lay Chin at 04-899 1793, ore-mail laychin@theactorsstudio.com.my11