Devising "The Odyssey"

Devising "The Odyssey"

Summer Stage | This program is completed

Grades 7 - 11

8/9/2021-8/20/2021

10:00 AM-2:00 PM on Mon Tue Wed Th Fri

$550.00

$8.00

Please NOTE: CTM offers payment plans and financial assistance on a sliding scale! We are dedicated to making our programs available to all families. For more information, Click HERE.

COVID POLICIES: Please see the links below for all of CTM’s Covid-19 Procedures, Policies, and FAQ.

Class Description: A tale of epic proportions about Odysseus’ quest to find home and the people he loves after years of journeying. In this devising program, students will use the story of Odysseus as a jumping off point to create their own play inspired by the classic tale.

Program Type: This two-week program is ideal for theater enthusiasts who want a more in depth experience focusing on a particular aspect of theater. Students will:
- Build acting, performance, & theater skills
- Participate in a collaborative theater-making process
- Gain confidence, empathy, & a sense of community
- Practice communication, flexibility, focus, & perseverance
- Take risks in a supportive environment & learn from mistakes

Location Information: The entire program will take place at Madison Youth Arts, 1055 East Mifflin Street. See Covid Procedures link below for Pick Up/Drop off procedures.

# of Students in Class: 10-15 students. There is 1 professional teaching artist and 1 Teaching Assistant Intern.

Experience Expectations: Previous acting experience is suggested for this program though not required.

Typical Daily Schedule:
10:00 Check In
10:00 – 10:30 Warm Ups & Challenges
10:30-11:30 Workshop (skill building, tools needed for devising)
11:30-12:30 Rehearsal/Devising
12:30-1 Lunch
1-1:30 Rehearsal/Games
1:30-2 Clean up, Acknowledgements
2 Dismissal

Final Performance: We will hold a final sharing on the last day of the program. More info to come two weeks prior to class.

  • Please read over this important information before registering:
  • Click HERE for our Covid-19 Safety Procedures.
  • Click HERE for our policies for CTM classes.
  • Click HERE for answers to frequently asked questions
  • Bagged lunch and snacks (no nuts)
  • A water bottle with your name on it.
  • A pencil and a highlighter.
  • Please wear shoes that will stay on your feet (no flip flops/crocs) and clothes you can move in (no dresses/skirts).
  • Please wear or bring layers (the temperature in the rooms can vary).
  • *Due to Covid, students will be asked to bring some basic art supplies. A list will be provided and we will have supplies on hand for families unable to provide their own.