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All classes run April 6 – May 22 with a final showing for friends and family on the last day!

Questions? Ready to register? Contact Benji Braswell, Director of Education & Outreach benji@lafayettecivic.org. 

Chillin’ Like a Villain: Readers Theatre

Where: Civic Theatre
When: Mondays 5-6p
Dates: April 6 – May 18 
Who: Ages 6-12
Teachers: Abby Allen & Jacelyn Villinski
Tuition: $200

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Why be a hero when being bad is SO much more fun? Dive into the deliciously wicked world of villains through readers theatre! Students will explore a different iconic villain every week from Captain Hook to Ursula, develop their vocal storytelling skills, and discover that every villain has a story worth telling. Perfect your evil laugh, master your dramatic monologue, and bring notorious baddies to life—no memorization required, just pure theatrical villainous fun!

Stand-Up Comedy for Students

Where: Trinity Church
When: Mondays 5-6p
Dates: April 6 – May 18
Who: Ages 8-18
Teachers: Julie Bauman & Paul Harrison
Tuition: $200

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Think you’re funny? PROVE IT! Learn the art of stand-up comedy from professional comedians who know how to work a room. Students will write their own material, develop their comedic timing, master the mic, and discover their unique comedic voice. From observational humor to storytelling to one-liners, you’ll learn what makes people laugh—and then make them laugh! The final showcase is your chance to headline your own comedy show.

Coming of Age in a Digtal Age

Where: Trinity Church
When: Tuesdays 5-6p
Dates: April 7 – May 19
Who: Ages 10-18
Teachers: Rachel Wallace & Katie Pittoukas
Tuition: $200

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What does it mean to grow up when your whole life is online? This class tackles the real, messy, complicated experience of being a teen today. Through character creation, scene work, costume design, and collaborative storytelling, students will explore themes of identity, friendship, social media, and finding yourself in a hyperconnected world. Create nuanced characters, perform powerful scenes, and tell stories that matter. This is theatre that speaks to YOUR generation.

Storybook Stage

Where: Civic Theatre
When: Tuesdays 5-6p
Dates: April 7 – May 19
Who: Ages 5-10
Teachers: Benji Braswell & Paul Harrison
Tuition: $200

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YOU are the author, the illustrator, AND the star! In Storybook Stage, young creators will invent their own original characters and build brand-new stories from scratch. Through creative drama, imagination games, and collaborative play, students will design unique characters, craft exciting adventures, and bring their own tales to life on stage. This isn’t about performing someone else’s story—it’s about creating YOUR story and watching it pop off the page and onto the stage! Perfect for budding storytellers ready to discover the magic of theatrical creation.

Chillin’ Like a Villain: Dance Edition

Where: Trinity Church
When: Wednesdays 5-6p
Dates: April 8 – May 20
Who: Ages 6-12
Teachers: Abby Allen & Katie Pitoukkas
Tuition: $200

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Bad never looked SO good! Channel your inner villain through high-energy dance and movement. Learn choreography inspired by your favorite Disney villains, focusing on a different one each week! From Mal to Ursula, develop your performance skills, and discover that villains have the BEST dance numbers. From sassy to sinister, dramatic to devious, students will master theatrical dance styles while building confidence and having a wickedly good time. No prior dance experience necessary—just bring your attitude!

CYT Improv

Where: Civic Theatre
When: Wednesdays 5-6p
Dates: April 8 – May 20
Who: Ages 8-18
Teachers: Benji Braswell & Special Guest Teaching Artists
Tuition: Free!

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Yes, and… anything is possible! Welcome back CYT Improv! Dive into the fast-paced, hilarious world of improvisational theatre. Learn improv games, develop quick thinking, build ensemble skills, and discover the power of spontaneity. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or brand new to theatre, improv will sharpen your creativity, boost your confidence, and make you a more fearless performer. Plus, special guest teaching artists will drop in throughout the session to keep things fresh and exciting!

Shaking Up Shakespeare

Where: Civic Theatre
When: Thursdays 5-6p
Dates: April 9 – May 21
Who: Ages 10-18
Teachers: Benji Braswell & Caleb Immel
Tuition: $200

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To perform, or not to perform? That is NOT the question—the answer is YES! Shakespeare doesn’t have to be stuffy or boring. This class brings the Bard into the 21st century with dynamic scene work, physical comedy, sword fights, and modern interpretations of classic texts. Students will tackle monologues, explore timeless characters, and discover that Shakespeare’s stories of love, revenge, ambition, and chaos are just as relevant today. Get ready to speak the speech and rock Shakespeare a whole new way!

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