Exciting new programs have been unveiled by the Student Theater Education Program (STEP) for 2019. STEP is the new and improved education program for Actors Theatre of Indiana, bringing exciting new classes for people ages 13 and up, taught by Broadway and Regional professionals. The mission of STEP is to help every person, no matter what age, take their acting skills to new heights by offering high quality professional theatre training programs and classes.
Stories with Friends
Stories with Friends puts actors and storytellers in direct contact with young learners. By reading classic stories aloud and performing complimentary songs, STEP with ATI engages students in a unique way of storytelling. This program is available for libraries, preschools, elementary schools and day camps. This program can be personalized to your needs.
Time and date are dependent on each individual booking. Location is changeable and happens at the school, camp, library or other entity that books a program. Cost is $70 to $250; age range: Elementary students.
Stories of Our Past
Stories of Our Past connects the STEP and ATI teams with residents in local retirement facilities. Taking inspiration from one on one conversations with residents, a troupe of actors will write and perform monologues honoring their lives and stories because everyone’s story deserves to be told. This program cultivates in a show for the residents and their families to celebrate their history.
Time and date are dependent on each individual booking. Location is at the senior living facility that books the program. Cost is $400 to $600; age range: Seniors (55 and up).
Summer camps
Summer camps allow students the opportunity to delve into the art of auditioning in Audition Bootcamp or explore the world of behind the scenes work in the Business of Backstage. Each camp involves personalized instruction from professionals working consistently in their craft.
The Audition Bootcamp takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. from June 17 to 21, and Business Backstage takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. from July 8 to 12. Both programs will be at the Actors Theatre of Indiana Rehearsal Space, 4 Center Green, Carmel. Cost is $280; ages 13 to 18.
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