CREATIVE DRAMA FOR HOME LEARNERS
Ages 5–8

OVERVIEW:

This class introduces young ones to the world of drama and beginning theatrical skills through play at an age of development when they can benefit from it if there is no pressure to perform. The experience can include dramatic play, story enactment, imagination journeys, theatre games, music, and dance. "Let's pretend" is the norm, not just a child's game.

The emphasis is on process, rather than product, so teachers have the freedom to take as much time as needed with their classes. When a student prefers to watch instead of participate, because of shyness or fear, a teacher can allow it. This freedom applies also in the opposite situation when members of the class are extremely willing and skilled at dramatic activity. The teacher can become a participant and let the children lead the activities.

The class not only teaches dramatic skill development but can help children learn about emotions, problem solving, and relating to other people. Through their experiences with drama, students develop their imagination and confidence.

CREATIVE DRAMA FOR HOME LEARNERS is a wonderful program for young students. It features drama games, creative movement, storytelling, and dramatic role-play through which students act out stories with the teacher in role. Students develop dramatic skills and expression, imagination, creativity, and the ability to cooperate with others.

The studio has been offering drama and theatre classes for home schoolers for over a decade. These classes are wonderful ways for students to build confidence, expressive and collaborative skills.

Funding is available through most home learning organizations including Self Design and Oak and Orca.

Fall Session, 2011
Sept. 20–Dec. 6 (12 sessions)
Tuesdays 10:00–11:00am
Instructor: Erica Parker Petty. $195 (incl. HST)

Winter Session, 2012
Jan 3–March 6 (10 sessions)
Tuesdays 10:00–11:00am
Instructor: Erica Parker Petty. $165 (incl. HST)

Spring Session, 2012
March 27–June 5 (11 sessions)
Tuesdays 10:00–11:00am
Instructor: Erica Parker Petty. $180 (incl. HST)

YEAR TOTAL: $540 ($54 per month for ten months, Sept–June)