The Lafayette Theatre Academy is honored to provide education and performance options for an exceptional group of students. From new students who take the stage for the first time to graduating seniors receiving full scholarships in theatre, we are extrememly proud to support each accomplishment.

A few things to expect during the LTA year...

• Excellence in instruction, with attention to all areas of theatre
• The opportunity to audition for Lafayette Theatre Academy Productions
• Access to classes focusing on a variety of skills and techniques
• Special workshops with guest professionals
• Opportunities to perform at local and regional events (auditions may be required)
• Social events designed for students of LTA
• Group trips to productions, theatre conventions, colleges, and more
• Joint events with the Lafayette Dance Academy and Young Singers of West Georgia
• End of the Year Showcases and Programs

NEW THIS SEASON!

Dramatically Unique

The Dramatically Unique class welcomes students with unique needs, providing a safe and encouraging environment that is flexible and focused on creating successful experiences for everyone involved. Emily Jones, a Special Needs Advocate with a masters in Special Education, and Amy McDow, LTA Director, work together with LTA volunteers to help students become familiar with the benefits of theatre and find their unique place within the academy. Each class member will have the opportunity to showcase their newly acquired skills in the classroom and on stage if they choose to do so.

Acting Out!

We are shouting a big welcome to Pre-K and Kindergarten students! With a special class devoted to introducing our youngest performers to drama and movement. Class games and activities will have students work together to develop communication skills, self-esteem, and friendships.

LTA Weekly Class Schedule for the 2018-2019 Season

Actor’s Access:  How to Tell the Truth as Someone Else with Emily Stephens
Expect a fresh approach to learning improv techniques, scene study, character development, and much more.
This class is designed to strengthen the tools that each actor has, while challenging students to use their individuality and unique talents to increase their success on the stage. 

Acting Out with Sophie McDow
These budding performers will learn in a playful and creative environment with positive and imaginative class experiences! 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.

Creative Dramatics with Carol Cain and Audrey Rushan
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.

Broadway Musical Theatre with Brenda Jean Hamilton
Learn the Fundamental skills necessary to perform in musicals.  Classes will work on dancing and singing every week, inspired by a variety of popular musicals throughout the year.  Half of class will be focused on learning dance technique where the students will be taught the fundamentals of jazz, ballet, hip hop, and tap.  The other half will focus on singing technique, including proper breathing, posture, pitch, diction and timing.  The students will learn ensemble music from various Broadway shows and this class will culminate with a Spring Showcase. 

Dramatically Unique: Everyone Deserves a Curtain Call with Emily Jones and Amy McDow
We believe every student is “dramatically unique” and that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the arts.
This class is designed to empower students with unique needs by providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can learn the basics of theatre before transitioning to another class or taking part in a production.  Students will also be given the opportunity for socialization, to learn communication skills, and to practice situational coping skills.
Each student will have the opportunity to participate in at least one performance each season.
This class is graciously sponsored by Angie Cotton-Jones of Go Realty.

Due to the high demand for placement in LTA programs and classes, we will be registering students on a first-come first-serve basis.  Once the class meets the maximum student capacity, we will begin a waiting list for that particular class time.