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Ages 16+
Our Studio program focuses on individuals looking for advanced training in music, theatre, and dance. Instructors will open students up to Shakespeare, Alba technique, college audition prep, dance, voice acting, monologues, the business of acting and more. Plan for your theatrical future by enrolling in The Studio at Star of the Day’s Virtual Spotlight Academy. |
THE STUDIO PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Studio is a college prep/pre-professional training program that offers intensive study in specific artforms. The courses offered in The Studio go deeper into theory, technique, structure, and the business of the performing arts. It is designed to give the individual seeking college admissions or professional employment guideposts to developing professional materials and resources to become a part of the professional performing arts community or admission to a top-tier performing arts college.
Class Offerings in THE STUDIO
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Please fill out the Student Info Form and Read and Sign the Code of Conduct Agreement (both located at the bottom of this page. These 2 forms are mandatory before a zoom link is shared for class participation.
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DRAMA
Mastering the MonologueOur Studio program focuses on individuals looking for advanced training in music, theatre, and dance. Instructors will open students up to Shakespeare, Alba technique, college audition prep, dance, voice acting, monologues, the business of acting and more. Plan for your theatrical future by enrolling in The Studio at Star of the Day’s Virtual Spotlight Academy.
This 4 week Monologue workshop will help build a monologue audition portfolio for actors. We'll guide actors in choosing monologues fit for their age and type in several different genres. By the end of the 4 weeks, students will be given the tools to confidently perform their chosen monologues. Instructor: Madison Williams Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Saturdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24 2-3:15PM $125.00 |
VoiceoversOur Studio program focuses on individuals looking for advanced training in music, theatre, and dance. Instructors will open students up to Shakespeare, Alba technique, college audition prep, dance, voice acting, monologues, the business of acting and more. Plan for your theatrical future by enrolling in The Studio at Star of the Day’s Virtual Spotlight Academy.
Voiceover acting will help prepare you for the business of voice acting: animation, video games, commercials, and more. This 5 week workshop will help you take the first steps in voice acting including voice & diction, home studio setup, building a voiceover reel, and where to audition. Instructor: Kirsten Almeida Ages 16+ Limited to 6 students Class dates: Fridays, March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 6-7:30PM $150.00 |
Scene StudyOur Studio program focuses on individuals looking for advanced training in music, theatre, and dance. Instructors will open students up to Shakespeare, Alba technique, college audition prep, dance, voice acting, monologues, the business of acting and more. Plan for your theatrical future by enrolling in The Studio at Star of the Day’s Virtual Spotlight Academy.
Scene Study is a way for actors to continually work on their craft and discover their strengths and weaknesses. ... Scene Study is a very important part of the actor's process because it makes the actor harness his or her skill set to create a performance. Instructor: Kirsten Almeida Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Thursdays March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22 7-8:30PM $150.00 |
DANCE & MOVEMENT
Musical Theatre TapThe Studio at the Virtual Spotlight Academy is geared toward individuals who have a set career path in the performing arts or who are re-entering the theatre world and need to brush up their talents. The program was curated with these individuals in mind. From Monologues, Scene work, Improv Comedy, Creative Writing, Shakespeare, Voiceover Acting, College Prep, Dance & Movement, and private audition prep, there is something for everyone.
Musical Theatre Tap is geared toward those who want to brush up and strengthen their tap skills. So much of musical theatre includes tap dancing. Let The Studio Musical Theatre Tap workshop help you get ready for the next big tap show. Instructor: Miss Abby Garrigan Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Mondays April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 31 (NO CLASS 5/24 Memorial Day) 7:30-8:30 $175.00 Modern DanceThe Studio at the Virtual Spotlight Academy is geared toward individuals who have a set career path in the performing arts or who are re-entering the theatre world and need to brush up their talents. The program was curated with these individuals in mind. From Monologues, Scene work, Improv Comedy, Creative Writing, Shakespeare, Voiceover Acting, College Prep, Dance & Movement, and private audition prep, there is something for everyone.
Modern dance technique prepares the student to cultivate personal presence and perform with intentionality, clarity, and artistry. This modern dance class will consist of numerous of movement experiences that increase skills of coordination and alignment while building strength, flexibility, and endurance. Perfect for beginner/intermediate dancers. Instructor: Kiera Smith Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Tuesdays March 23, 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11 7:30-8:30PM $175.00 |
Ballet ConditioningThe Studio at the Virtual Spotlight Academy is geared toward individuals who have a set career path in the performing arts or who are re-entering the theatre world and need to brush up their talents. The program was curated with these individuals in mind. From Monologues, Scene work, Improv Comedy, Creative Writing, Shakespeare, Voiceover Acting, College Prep, Dance & Movement, and private audition prep, there is something for everyone.
Ballet Conditioning is a great class for getting your muscles warm and lengthened while learning basic ballet positions and techniques. This class is perfect for the beginner/intermediate ballet experience. Instructor: Kiera Smith Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Tuesdays March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 6-7PM $175.00 |
Hip HopThe Studio at the Virtual Spotlight Academy is geared toward individuals who have a set career path in the performing arts or who are re-entering the theatre world and need to brush up their talents. The program was curated with these individuals in mind. From Monologues, Scene work, Improv Comedy, Creative Writing, Shakespeare, Voiceover Acting, College Prep, Dance & Movement, and private audition prep, there is something for everyone.
Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Instructor: Miss Abby Garrigan Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class Dates: Thursdays April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20 7-8PM $175.00 |
MUSIC |
Acting Through Song Ages 16+This 5 week workshop will set you up with an audition/performance repertoire book that matches your vocal range, 'type', and age range.
You will get a chance to workshop new songs, break them down, and act them out. Instructor: Miss Abby Garrigan Ages 16+ Limited to 10 students Class dates: Saturdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1 12-1:30PM $150.00 |
Improv with Matt Candio |
IMPROV |
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Star of the Day is happy to present this 4 week Improv Comedy Workshop with Improv Comedian Matt Candio. Matt studied improv comedy at Upright Citizen's Brigade and is a member of many professional improv teams in NYC, Philly, and the Lehigh Valley.
This 4 week class is designed for idividuals ages 14 and older. Class is limited to 15 students. This class will be instructed entirely on Zoom. Students should have reliable internet and a space to move around and participate fully in the class. Students will learn short and long form improv as well as improv comedy games. Class dates are Wednesdays, April 14,21,28 May 5 Enroll now. It will sell out quickly. $100.00 |
College Audition Prep Series
The Studio college prep training program offers intensive study in specific artforms to prepare students looking to appy to college theatre programs. The courses offered in It is designed to give the individual seeking college admissions guideposts to developing professional materials and resources to apply for admission to a top-tier performing arts college.
This is a 12 week program between June & September
The course covers 4 weeks of musical theatre audition materials and preparation, 4 weeks of monologue selection and audition preparation, and 4 weeks of the business of applying to college. Yes, that's right. It's a business and we can help you with the application, what NOT to do, the essay, filming, editing, and submitting for prescreens.
The Studio does not guarantee admissions, but we can certainly take the confusion and guesswork out of an already stressful process.
Instructors: Kirsten Almeida, Alexis Leon, Madison Williams, Abby Garrigan
Limited to 12 students
Ages 16+
Class dates: Mondays June14, 21, 28 July 12,19,26 August 2,9,16 September 13,20,27
7-9PM
Classes will be on rotation via Zoom through Breakout Rooms. (Final rotation schedule will be available prior to the start of the program)
If Covid cases fall and the CDC and state upgrades restrictions, we hope to have a portion of this program in person.
$525.00
This is a 12 week program between June & September
The course covers 4 weeks of musical theatre audition materials and preparation, 4 weeks of monologue selection and audition preparation, and 4 weeks of the business of applying to college. Yes, that's right. It's a business and we can help you with the application, what NOT to do, the essay, filming, editing, and submitting for prescreens.
The Studio does not guarantee admissions, but we can certainly take the confusion and guesswork out of an already stressful process.
Instructors: Kirsten Almeida, Alexis Leon, Madison Williams, Abby Garrigan
Limited to 12 students
Ages 16+
Class dates: Mondays June14, 21, 28 July 12,19,26 August 2,9,16 September 13,20,27
7-9PM
Classes will be on rotation via Zoom through Breakout Rooms. (Final rotation schedule will be available prior to the start of the program)
If Covid cases fall and the CDC and state upgrades restrictions, we hope to have a portion of this program in person.
$525.00
ANTI-BULLYING/ANTI-RACISM CODE OF CONDUCT
ANTI-BULLYING/ANTI-RACISM AGREEMENT FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS
We the actors/parents of Virtual Spotlight Academy agree to join together to stamp out bullying at our theater. We believe that everybody should enjoy our theater equally, and feel safe, secure, and accepted regardless of color, race, gender, popularity, athletic ability, intelligence, religion, and nationality. Bullying can be pushing, shoving, hitting, and spitting, as well as name calling, picking on, making fun of, laughing at, and excluding someone. Bullying causes pain and stress to victims and is never justified or excusable as ‘kids being kids’, ‘just teasing’, or any other rationalization. The victim is never responsible for being a target of bullying. By signing this pledge, we the STUDENTS agree to:
1. Value others’ differences and treat others with respect.
2. Not become involved in bullying incidents or be a bully.
3. Be aware of the theater’s policies and support system with regard to bullying.
4. Report honestly and immediately all incidents of bullying to a staff member.
5. Be alert in places around the theater where there is less adult supervision such as bathrooms, corridors, and stairwells.
6. Support actors who have been or are subjected to bullying.
7. Talk to staff and parents about concerns and issues regarding bullying.
8. Work with other actors and staff to help the theater effectively deal with bullying.
9. Encourage staff to discuss bullying issues in rehearsal.
10. Provide a good role model for younger actors and support them if bullying occurs.
I acknowledge that whether I am being a bully or see someone being bullied, if I don’t report or stop the bullying, I am just as guilty.
By signing this pledge, we the PARENTS agree to:
1. Keep themselves and their children informed and aware of theater bullying policies.
2. Work in partnership with the theater to encourage positive behavior, valuing differences and promoting sensitivity to others.
3. Discuss regularly with their children their feelings about school, rehearsal, friendships, and relationships.
4. Inform staff of changes in their children’s behavior or circumstances at home that may change a child’s behavior at rehearsal.
5. Alert staff if any bullying has occurred.
We the actors/parents of Virtual Spotlight Academy agree to join together to stamp out bullying at our theater. We believe that everybody should enjoy our theater equally, and feel safe, secure, and accepted regardless of color, race, gender, popularity, athletic ability, intelligence, religion, and nationality. Bullying can be pushing, shoving, hitting, and spitting, as well as name calling, picking on, making fun of, laughing at, and excluding someone. Bullying causes pain and stress to victims and is never justified or excusable as ‘kids being kids’, ‘just teasing’, or any other rationalization. The victim is never responsible for being a target of bullying. By signing this pledge, we the STUDENTS agree to:
1. Value others’ differences and treat others with respect.
2. Not become involved in bullying incidents or be a bully.
3. Be aware of the theater’s policies and support system with regard to bullying.
4. Report honestly and immediately all incidents of bullying to a staff member.
5. Be alert in places around the theater where there is less adult supervision such as bathrooms, corridors, and stairwells.
6. Support actors who have been or are subjected to bullying.
7. Talk to staff and parents about concerns and issues regarding bullying.
8. Work with other actors and staff to help the theater effectively deal with bullying.
9. Encourage staff to discuss bullying issues in rehearsal.
10. Provide a good role model for younger actors and support them if bullying occurs.
I acknowledge that whether I am being a bully or see someone being bullied, if I don’t report or stop the bullying, I am just as guilty.
By signing this pledge, we the PARENTS agree to:
1. Keep themselves and their children informed and aware of theater bullying policies.
2. Work in partnership with the theater to encourage positive behavior, valuing differences and promoting sensitivity to others.
3. Discuss regularly with their children their feelings about school, rehearsal, friendships, and relationships.
4. Inform staff of changes in their children’s behavior or circumstances at home that may change a child’s behavior at rehearsal.
5. Alert staff if any bullying has occurred.