Musical theatre class registration at RTG

The Racine Theatre Guild is accepting registrations for Musical Theatre Workshop I and Musical Theatre Workshop II. These acting classes provide opportunities for students in grades 1 through 5, with or without experience.

Musical Theatre Workshop I is designed for beginning actors in grades 1, 2 and 3. Two sessions are offered, one on Tuesdays and the other on Thursdays. No prior experience or audition is required. This is an exciting and fun introduction to theatre and a wonderful way to develop a child’s self-esteem and confidence. Students initially learn basic theatre skills and then put them to use in a small-scale musical play. At the conclusion of the term in March 2009, the students perform for their families. Both the Tuesday and Thursday sessions run from 4:15-5:45 p.m., beginning Sept. 30 and Oct. 2, respectively. The cost for 20 weekly lessons is $170, payable in two installments. Registrations must include the first payment of $85.

Laura Krug has been hired to teach Musical Theatre Workshop I, in place of Briana Lipor, who was unable to continue at RTG after being crowned Miss Wisconsin in June. Krug has a degree in music education and K-12 certification. She was a music and reading teacher at James Otis Elementary School in Chicago from 2002-2008 and taught in Cross Plains, WI, prior to that. She has been a private voice and piano instructor as well. She enjoys singing in choirs and performing in musicals, including the Racine Theatre Guild’s 2007 production of “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.”

Musical Theatre Workshop II is designed for students in grades 3, 4 and 5, and meets Wednesdays starting Oct. 1, from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. The prerequisite for Workshop II is a previous theatre class or stage experience. This course further develops acting, vocal and movement skills in children. At the end of the term in March, they’ll demonstrate in a musical presentation what they have learned. Workshop II also meets for a minimum of 20 sessions. The fee is $180, payable in two installments, with the first half ($90) required at registration.

Jennifer Kiel returns as instructor for Musical Theatre Workshop II. She has been a music teacher at Slinger Middle School, Tremper High School, Indian Trail Academy and Washington Middle School (Kenosha). Since 2005 she has been teaching K-8 music part-time at Drought
School in Franksville. Kiel is also an experienced musical director, choreographer and singer-dancer. She has performed in musical productions at Six Flags Great America, Florentine Opera Company, Skylight Opera and the Racine Theatre Guild (“Guys and Dolls,” “Lucky Stiff”).

To register a child for classes, call the box office at 262-633-4218, or stop by the Racine Theatre Guild, a community theatre located at 2519 Northwestern Ave. (Highway 38). Regular office hours are on weekdays from 12 to 6 p.m. Visit RTG online.