Actor's craft

PROFESSIONAL CLASSES FOR KIDS & TEENS
SUMMER ACTING CAMPS

Kids Acting Technique,
Ages 6-11

During the School Year, Actor’s Craft will have Two Semesters of 12 Weeks each of professional acting classes for kids. Young actors will learn a well-rounded professional approach to acting which includes:

• The Chubbuck Technique developed by Ivana Chubbuck
• Audition Technique featuring the phrase technique developed by Margie Haber
• The Physical Actor
• Dramatic Improvisation featuring exercises by Viola Spolin, Sanford Meisner, Utah Hagen
• Scene Study

Each Semester will have a different focus, and students can repeat the class and still learn new information and build upon skills from previous classes. Teens and Children learn the same information as adults in an age-appropriate manner. Great acting skills are the same whether you are an adult or a child. Each semester will promote the growth of your actor as a professional in a competitive industry. AND they will have fun!

Can my child start after the beginning of the semester? Yes

  • Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30
  • Fall 2024: Sept 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (no 4 – floors), 12, 19, 26, Dec 3, 10, 17
  • $235/12 weeks
  • Winter 2025:  January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2025

  • Kids Focus on Uta Hagen’s Techniques
    4 weeks/$115
  • Spring 2025:  April 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2025
 
 

Teen Acting Technique,
Ages 12+

During the School Year, Actor’s Craft will have Two Semesters of 12 Weeks each of Professional Acting Classes for Kids and Teens. Young actors will learn a well-rounded professional approach to acting which includes:

• The Chubbuck Technique developed by Ivana Chubbuck
• Audition Technique featuring the phrase technique developed by Margie Haber
• The Physical Actor
• Dramatic Improvisation featuring exercises by Viola Spolin, Sanford Meisner, Utah Hagen
• Scene Study

Each Semester will have a different focus, and students can repeat the class and still learn new information and build upon skills from previous classes. Teens and Children learn the same information as adults in an age-appropriate manner. Great acting skills are the same whether you are an adult or a child. Each semester will promote the growth of your actor as a professional in a competitive industry. AND they will have fun!

Can my child start after the beginning of the semester? Students who start later in the semester may be required to attend a “catch-up” session or two.

  • Mondays, 5:15-6:45
  • Fall 2024:  September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November (no 4 – floors), 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 16
  • $350/12 weeks
  • Winter 2025:  January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, (no 17 St. Patrick’s Day), 24, 31, April 7, 14
  • Teens focus on Uta Hagen Techniques
    4 weeks/$140
  • April 28, May 5, 12, 19
 

Accessible Acting Technique
Middle School & High School

Acting Skills are Life Skills. This class is adaptable for students who are differently abled. Using professional acting techniques, classes will focus on building confidence, active listening, improving conversation skills, eye contact, and presenting ourselves with power and presence.
Young actors will learn a well-rounded professional approach to acting which includes:
• The Chubbuck Technique developed by Ivana Chubbuck
• Audition Technique featuring the phrase technique developed by Margie Haber
• The Physical Actor
• Dramatic Improvisation featuring exercises by Viola Spolin, Sanford Meisner, Uta Hagen
• Scene Study
Each Semester will have a different focus, and students can repeat the class and still learn new information and build upon skills from previous classes.

Accessible Acting Technique incorporates the same professional techniques as our Adult and Teen classes and welcomes students that may require extra support. We strive to meet actors according to their need. Great acting skills are the same whether you are an adult, teen or a child. Each semester will promote the growth of your actor as a professional in a competitive industry. AND they will have fun and grow skill sets that can help them in life as well as their acting!

  • TBD
  • We are a CLTS Approved Provider
 

Self-Tapes and Private Coaching

Private Coaching is available for Kids and Teens.

We can tape your audition self-tapes at our studio and coach you in the process.  If you have an important audition and you self-tape at home, you can send your self-tape or share screen and we can go over it on Zoom to explore what works and what changes you need to make to be more impactful.   OR we can work together on your auditions and roles you land.

Bring a Thumb Drive.

  • $20 for a 20-minute Critique of your Self-Tape via Zoom
  • $40/30-minutes   We video tape your prepared audition for self-tapes and offer Minor coaching as time permits.
  • $80/hour Private Coaching
  • $300/4 hours Private Coaching 

SUMMER ACTING CAMPS 2024

 

Summer Acting Camps
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday

Creative Drama – Ages 6-11

📅 June 16-20, 2025 | 💲$250

Unlock your child’s creativity in a week filled with imagination, storytelling, and fun! Through plays, puppets, improvisation, and interactive storytelling, kids will build confidence, improve communication skills, and develop teamwork—all while having a blast!

No experience necessary—just a love for creativity and play! This structured drama class helps kids express themselves, think outside the box, and grow both on and off the stage. Perfect for young actors or kids who simply love to play pretend.

Professional Acting Intensive – Ages 10-18

📅 June 23-27, 2025 | 💲$390

Does your child dream of becoming an actor? This intensive training camp will give them the tools they need to excel in acting, public speaking, and auditions! Whether they have years of experience or are brand new to acting, this camp will help them take their skills to the next level.

Led by an industry professional, this class covers:

Physical & Vocal Training – Learn techniques to create compelling characters.
Audition Mastery – Featuring the Phrase Technique developed by Margie Haber.
Self-Tape Skills – A must-have for today’s actors!
The Chubbuck Technique – Discover the secrets of powerful performances.

No experience? No problem! Whether your child wants to pursue acting professionally or simply build confidence and communication skills, this camp is designed for all skill levels.

Theater Games & Improv – Ages 10-16

📅 July 7-11, 2025 | 💲$250

Give your child the gift of quick thinking, confidence, and creativity! Directors love actors who can improvise, and this fun-filled class teaches kids to think on their feet, respond in the moment, and embrace the unexpected.

Using techniques from Viola Spolin, Sanford Meisner, and Uta Hagen, students will:
🎭 Play fun theater games to build skill sets.
🎭 Learn how to create scenes on the spot.
🎭 Improve teamwork and communication skills.

No acting experience required—just a willingness to have fun and try new things! No scripts, no pressure—just laughter, learning, and life skills that last!

Professional On-Camera Close-Up Scene Study – Ages 10-18

📅 July 14-18, 2025 | 💲$390

Lights! Camera! Action! 🎥 This hands-on on-camera acting class will help kids and teens shine in close-up performances while having an unforgettable experience.

Act in 2-person scenes with dedicated cameras.
Learn from a professional acting coach.
Watch performances on monitors for real-time feedback.
Receive footage of your best work for potential clips and reels.

By the end of the week, students will walk away with newfound confidence, polished acting skills, and a video file of their best scenes—perfect for showcasing their talent! Bring a thumb drive to take home your footage and start your acting journey!

Near Chicago & Milwaukee

Actors Craft 7th Avenue Theater & Acting Studio
On Camera Acting Technique

4900 Seventh Avenue, Kenosha, WI

(262)-705-0194

ActorsCraft@aol.com