16th Street Theater

16th Street Children's Theater

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Beginning Acting

Learn the basic skills of acting through theater games and exercises.  We will explore the physical, emotional and intellectual aspects of creating a character. Each actor will learn a short scene, the same one- and through that learn what makes us different and what make us alike.  This 8-week class will end with a performance of your work.
                                                                                             Instructor:
Michele DiMaso

8 weeks *B.A.S.E After Care Art eligible
Ages:
8-12 yrs.
Days:
Wednesdays
Dates:
4/12-5/31
Time:
4:30-6:00 pm
D/ND Fee:
$50/$60   D-In District   ND-Not in District
Location:
Community Center
Register By:
1 week in advance of attendance
Min
6/Max 10
Code:
262807D

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Stage Combat

Learn the basics of unarmed fighting for the stage. We will learn how to kick, punch, slap, do hair pulls and more in this 8 week class. We will also cover how to do this all in a safe manner and learn to respect our bodies and others. We will present a group “fight” and the end of the session.
                                                                                             Instructor:
Michele DiMaso

8 weeks *B.A.S.E After Care Art eligible
Ages:
9-12 yrs.
Days:
Thursdays
Dates:
4/13-6/1
Time:
4:30-6:00 pm
D/ND Fee:
$50/$60   D-In District   ND-Not in District
Location:
Community Center
Register By:
1 week in advance of attendance
Min
6/Max 10
Code:
262807E

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New Theater Games

Bring your fun and creative self to a weekly class of theatre games! This is a class to stretch your creativity - from improvisation games to ensemble building games - this class is for the enthusiastic actor who wants to wring the fun out of every moment on the stage! This 8-week class will end with a showcase of their new improvisation and stage skills!
                                                                                            Instructor: Michele DiMaso

8 weeks *B.A.S.E After Care Art eligible
Ages:
5-8 yrs.
Days:
Tuesdays
Dates:
4/11-5/30  
Time:
4:30-6:00 pm
D/ND Fee:
$50/$60   D-In District   ND-Not in District
Location:
Community Center
Register By:
1 week in advance of attendance
Min
4/Max 10
Code:
262807C

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New Story Time Acting for 4-5yrs

Experience books in a whole new way! Classic stories come to life. During the 8 week session we will take a journey through a favorite work of children’s literature. This one hour class is designed for children ages 4- 5 years old as a great introduction to the magical world of theatre. Our acting sessions allow budding young actors to role play and practice improvisation and storytelling. The final class will have a presentation for family and friends.

Children must be restroom independent.
                                                                                             Instructor:
Michele DiMaso 8 weeks
Ages:
4-5 yrs.
Days:
Wednesdays
Dates:
4/12-5/31  
Time:
12:00-1:00 pm
D/ND Fee:
$50/$60   D-In District   ND-Not in District
Location:
Community Center
Register By:
1 week in advance of attendance
Min
4/Max 10
Code:
262807B

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New Let’s Create a Puppet Show

Participants become puppet makers and puppeteers as they each create a puppet and  performance.  Come and create a felt and or sock puppet, once created we will  write a short puppet play and bring our creations to life in a final show!

Children must be restroom independent.

                                                                                             Instructor: Michele DiMaso 8 weeks
Ages:
4-5 yrs.
Days:
Tuesdays
Dates:
4/11-5/30  
Time:
12:00-1:00 pm
D/ND Fee:
$50/$60   D-In District   ND-Not in District
Location:
Community Center
Register By:
1 week in advance of attendance
Min
4/Max 10
Code:
262807A

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Save Your Programs

Nothing prevents a good program from running more than waiting until the last minute to register for it.
Classes that have a low enrollment are generally cancelled approximately one week prior to the first meeting date.
Please register for your programs as early as possible to avoid cancellations.

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Address: 1619 Wesley Avenue
Berwyn, IL 60402
Phone: (708) 749-4900
Fax: (708) 749-4966

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Monday - Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 
Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Holiday closures for 2023: 5/29, 7/4, 9/4, 10/9, 11/23-24, 12/23-25, 12/30-1/1
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