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Acting Exercises: An Actor Prepares.....Let's Perform! (Ages 6-9)

In this interactive class, students practice techniques that actors use when they are preparing to perform.

Teacher Cherita

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(187)

What's included

1 live meeting

45 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this interactive class, students will learn from a professional actor, the fundamental skills and techniques an actor uses to prepare for a performance.  First we will discuss what an actor does and where they work.  Then we'll jump right in with exercises that actors use to warm up their voice, body and imagination.  We'll learn what a 'prop' is and how to use them when performing.  After practicing all the techniques they have learned, the student actors will create fun characters and introduce themselves to the class.  The class concludes with a unifying game.  All exercises are modeled for the student actors and self-expression is encouraged!

Learning Goals

Students will learn techniques actors use to warm up their voice, body and imagination.  They will learn how to use 'props' when performing.

Other Details

Supply List

Students are asked to bring a pencil to class.

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Teacher Cherita

Joined October, 2020

4.9

187reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hello!  I'm Cherita Armstrong. I am a professional actor from New York City.  I use acting techniques as a vehicle for young people to increase their presentation and communication skills as well as encourage their overall self-expression. It's quite wonderful to see how students blossom in a short amount of time. I will be teaching Acting Skills and Public Speaking.

I have over 10 years of teaching experience. For over 7 years I worked as a teaching artist in the New York City public schools.  As a teaching artist, I taught acting, reading and writing skills, poetry performance, and public speaking. I worked with history teachers to create short theatrical scenes that reinforced what the students were learning.  I have also directed after-school drama programs for middle school students. I have worked with primary school children teaching letters and numbers via storytelling.  I have taught ESL online to children 4-16.years of age. I'm also an audition coach for kids. 

I hold a  Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communications/Dramatic Arts with a minor in Theatre from Utica College of Syracuse University.  As a professional actor, I have worked at NY and regional theatres, on network television shows, films, and commercials. 

Learning acting techniques can help in building a child's confidence as they learn communication and presentation skills that will last a lifetime. I believe in creating a  fun and encouraging environment so they can flourish!  When I am not teaching or performing I love reading a good book, yoga, hiking, thrift shopping, and eating guacamole!  

I am also the author of OUT OF THE BOX FUN.  25 Creative Activities To Help You Connect With Your Young People.