McCarter Classes

For Adults

Adult Acting Collective

All skill levels welcome

The Adult Acting Collective is a place for adult students to explore the craft of acting in a supportive environment that promotes creativity, community and friendship. Each session will teach the fundamentals of acting through themes such as improvisation, scene and monologue study, character development, comedic vs dramatic timing, solo and ensemble performance, specialized acting techniques, and more! Each 10-week session will build on the session before but also allow for new students to enter the process. This class emphasizes group work and balances rigor and skill-building with fun! It is appropriate for the beginner student as well as those wishing to reconnect with their craft.

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 PM

Cost: $350, Late Spring course is $300

Spring: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30, May 7

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Late Spring/Summer- Mini: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25

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Adult Improv

Step into the world of improvisation and unlock skills that resonate far beyond the stage. McCarter's Adult Improv class offers a lively, supportive space to sharpen your quick thinking, trust your instincts, and collaborate with ease.

Each week, you will work closely with fellow students to learn how to perform classic improv games and short-form scenes grounded in core improv principles like “Yes, and...”, “Don’t prepare!” and “Commit!” At the end of the session, students will have the opportunity to showcase their newly honed skills in a relaxed and fun sharing for the public!

This class is perfect for anyone ready to stretch their creative muscles and discover the joy of saying “yes, and” to new opportunities!

Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Cost: $315

Early Spring: Feb 6, 13, 20,27, March 6, 13, 20 27, April 3

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Spring: April 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12

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Adult Scene Study

Intermediate/Advanced Level

Adult Scene Study class offers the actor on-going practice in their craft through a Meisner-based approach designed to develop the actor’s ability to use themselves truthfully, spontaneously and actively. This class will combine acting exercises and scene study to explore technique, analyze scripts and develop characters. Students will learn how to apply the actor’s technique to the rehearsal process and building a performance. This class encourages actors to stretch themselves by working on a variety of diverse and challenging parts in a safe, communal environment that balances rigor with fun.

This class is appropriate for the serious-minded student with previous acting training.

Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Cost: $425 (Spring course is $350)

Spring: March 31, April 7, 21, 28 May 5, 12, 19, June 2, 9, 16

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