Acting Out! 

with Audrey Jones and Sophie McDow

“Acting Out” is a class designed for our youngest actors who are ready to explore more of their imagination and are searching for a spotlight. In this introduction to drama and movement, students will work together to learn the building blocks of the performing arts and develop communication skills, self-esteem, and friendships. Our academy year will be broken into four "acts," each including an "Actor's Toolbox," prepared with all of the supplies needed for the current curriculum and some fun surprises for creative play outside of class. Each student's box will be available at the LSPA office or can be mailed ($10 for shipping and handling) for students outside of LaGrange or for those who just love to get mail! Special guests Emmet and Eloise will provide special content (such as in the clip below) and instructors will actively interact with students in class and online. No matter where you live, we are making it possible for everyone to enjoy theatre with our academy!

Creative Dramatics students will explore the world of theatre as playwrights, actors, designers, directors, and audience members. They will use their body, voice, and imagination in story drama, pantomime, process drama, monologues, puppetry, role play, improvisation, and theatre games. Classes will also include access for students participating online.

LTA Actors

with Amy McDow

Students in the middle & high school division of the Lafayette Theatre Academy will be focusing on performances during the 2020 – 2021 Season. By utilizing our creativity and talents to explore new venues and content options, we will seek out a variety of ways to perform untraditionally. Every student will have the opportunity to grow as a stage actor, train in the technical aspects of productions, and collaborate on the story/message that is presented to our audiences. We will also be introducing acting and technical training for film and television productions.

Classes will be set up to allow students to join online as well as in-person. Guest artists will share their knowledge and experiences in class and through workshops. The Giver by Lois Lowry is scheduled for our teen production this season.

Brenda Jean Hamilton has over 15 years as a professional performer. In addition to starting her career as a Radio City Rockette, she was cast in numerous regional productions and performed with Disney Cruise Lines.  In 2001 she joined Actor’s Equity Association and remains part of the professional stage actor’s union. Her National Equity Tours include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels , and Wicked (Broadway performances, in addition to touring).  

Brenda’s Broadway and professional background allows her to have a unique insight into the needs of her students, especially those pursuing a career in musical theatre. Her educational training in voice instruction has allowed her to guide students to sing Broadway/Pop styles in a healthy and functional way. Training with Brenda will allow students to develop their solo artistry, while strengthening their head voice, chest voice and mix. Students will also learn a healthy technique for Broadway style belting, a singing style essential for aspiring theatre performers.  

Brenda teaches in a nurturing and non-intimidating way. She welcomes all levels of students, beginner or advanced, ages 9-99.

Click on the links below for examples of Brenda's vocal performances:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_6AJ82YFGc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7y4JOhNIPw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjl68emlS_Q

www.brendajeanhamilton.com

For more information regarding schedules and rates, please contact Brenda Jean Hamilton at: 

Brenda@brendajeanhamilton.com

or text/call

(321) 217-5749.