ACTING
Our academic year is divided into two semesters (Aug-Dec and Jan-May) for each class/age group. Each session will stand alone with a unique focus so a student may take either (or both) sessions over the course of the year without repeating the curriculum. Limited experience is needed dependent on the age group/class selection. Topics, modified with age-appropriate lessons, will range from voice and diction, to improvisation and scene work - even how to audition. Throughout the year, special camps and workshops take place – so be sure to check out the schedule to find out what’s happening and when.
All curriculum is aligned with the Indiana Theater Standards for grades K-12 as posted on the Indiana Department of Education website. 4-week trial sessions will be available for some classes over the course of the year. Every class will incorporate a warm-up, focused lesson, practice time, and share out.
A non-refundable YEARLY registration fee of $25 per family is due upon enrollment (collected per academic year Aug-July). This fee is factored into the tuition of each class for your convenience. If you plan to register more than one child, please reach out for a sibling discount code.
Please remember to check out using the CART function in the upper right-hand corner. If you do not get an email confirmation, you have not fully registered for a class or camp. Thank you!
little connections - Musical Theatre
preK-K (ages 3-6)
Do you have a princess or dragon at home? A kitty cat or superhero? Children are encouraged to build on their own imagination to embody characters of their own creation. Expressing their imagination through creative play can increase self-confidence, positive peer interactions, and increase academic abilities over time. Acting, dancing, music and more make this class fun for all ages! The ultimate goal of this class is to create an awareness and love for the performing arts, while building self-confidence for the individual.
Classes are 30 minutes. $145 per student per semester
4-week trial sessions available:
Mondays - 6:00-6:30pm: January 8, 15, 22, 29
$45 per student for 4-week trial.
Big connections - Musical Theatre
k-1st grade (ages 5-7)
Does your child always say, “Watch me! Watch me!”? Then this class is a great entry into the theatre world. We will incorporate acting games, music, and improvisation techniques to promote self-confidence and self-awareness. No acting experience or reading skills are needed for this class as we will provide a basic overview of acting and music including connecting the voice to body movements, breathing, voice projection, and stage awareness. The ultimate goal of this class is to create an awareness and love for the performing arts, while building self-confidence and public speaking skills for the individual.
Classes are 45 minutes. $170 per student per semester
4-week trial sessions available:
Mondays 5:00-5:45pm: January 8, 15, 22, 29
Tuesdays - 4:00-4:45pm: January 9, 16, 23, 30
$45 per student for a 4-week trial.
IN THE WINGS - acting and improv
1ST-3rd grade or 4TH-8th GRADE
“In the Wings” is the location actors stand right before coming onto the stage. That is why this class is an ACTING TECHNIQUE CLASS with the use of improvisation, scene work and attention to building character backstory. Actors should be IN CHARACTER before stepping out of the wings onto the stage.
This class is ideal for someone new to theatre or a veteran actor. We will focus on improving the actor’s tools: body, voice and mind at age-appropriate levels. Learning to listen and react on the stage is one of the most overlooked skills by students learning theatre so this class will focus on authentic reactions throughout a production.
NOTE: No singing or dance choreography are taught in this class. Feel free to add one of our 30-minute musical theatre classes!
The ultimate goal of this class is to create an awareness and love for the performing arts, while building ACTING skills and self-confidence for the performer to take risks on the stage.
Classes are 60 minutes (1 hr). $190 per student per semester
4-week trial sessions available:
TBD
$45 per student for 4-week trial.
CURTAINS UP – MUSICAL THEATRE (Int/Adv)
acting, singing, & dancing
2nd-5TH GRADE (Intermediate Level) OR advanced (recommendation required)
This class is for a more advanced theater student who has some experience performing in front of others - whether a workshop, a church/school play, etc. Students will be encouraged to perform repeatedly in front of a small group including short monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing. All students will be taught to give and receive feedback to improve performance techniques. If you are looking to give theatre a try for the first time, it is highly recommended to choose IN THE WINGS to build a base before trying this class. The ultimate goal of this class is to foster development in musical theatre techniques for each individual. Students in this class are motivated to audition in the school and community theatre programs for performance opportunities. Students will also be eligible to audition for the winter musical.
Classes are 60 minutes (1 hr). $190 per student per semester
ONSTAGE NOW! - MUSICAL THEATRE (Final performance required)
Acting, singing & dancing (advanced level)
4TH-10TH GRADE - AUDITION REQUIRED
Onstage Now! is developed as a MASTER class deal for students who have acted in multiple shows and intend to pursue future auditions at the school/community level. This class will dive deeper into acting philosophy at an age-appropriate level, using Stanislavski’s process and method acting as central themes. It is ideal for students in this class to currently be taking voice lessons and some form of dance instruction. Students will be encouraged to perform repeatedly in front of a small group including short monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing. All students will be taught to give and receive feedback to improve performance techniques. The ultimate goal of this class is to foster development in MUSICAL THEATRE TECHNIQUES for each individual. As this is a MASTER LEVEL class, it requires additional work time outside of class time. If you do not have time to commit to this level of learning, it it recommended to try another class as space is limited. Students in this class will be REQUIRED to perform in the winter musical which requires additional rehearsals in October and December.
NOTE: Auditioning is required for entry to this class level for all students not being recommended by a current instructor. Only 8 spots will be given per class.
Classes are 75 minutes (1.25 hr). $225 per person per semester
Advanced acting private coaching - MUSICAL THEATRE
Acting, singing & dancing (advanced level)
8TH-12TH GRADE - AUDITION REQUIRED
Advanced Acting - Private Coaching is ideal for students who have acted in multiple shows and intend to pursue future auditions at the school/community level. Students choosing this option have mastered the skills from the class level and need more one-on-one instruction to master an emotional connection needed to land those LEAD roles in the next audition or performance opportunity. Students will perform monologues, scenes, and singing/dancing based on their individualized needs for growth as a performer. Additional work time outside of class time is required - 15 minutes daily minimum. If you do not have time to commit to this level of learning, it it recommended to try another class as space is limited.
NOTE: Auditioning is required for a private coaching opportunity. Limited spots available. Semester long options are available with built in makeup weeks to meet your production schedule needs.
Classes are 45 minutes. $275 per person for a 12 sessions (full semester)
Audition Private coaching: Acting, voice or dance
Audition private coaching lessons are primarily structured as a short-term process to prepare for a specific audition. Students may provide their own audition material to rehearse. If needed, assistance to find audition materials may be requested in advance. Private audition coaching may be requested for any of the following areas: acting (Ms. Jami/Ms. Vivian/Ms. Heather), voice (Ms. Carol/Ms. Vivian) or dance (TBD). Limit of 3 prep coaching sessions per semester.
Classes are 30 minutes and can be in-person or virtual. Email info@interactacademy.com for scheduling information.
“Thanks to my private coaching session over Zoom, I felt very confident and I knew what to expect for my first audition.”
“We just did an audition prep with Jami. It’s so very clear she is made for this. She was absolutely incredible with my son. He’s been working on his audition for a few months and Jami provided such a fresh perspective. Her advice is going to be extremely useful with his current audition and future auditions. Her passion, excitement and encouragement made for such a comfortable experience. My son is so excited for his next session.”
Class Schedule and Registration
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