2013 Classes

Please see registration instructions under each class.  

All classes meet at the Cultural Arts Building, home of the
Broadview Heights Spotlights’ Theater (next to the Broadview
Heights Police Department).  

For more information, please email education@broadview-heights-
spotlights.org.
For more information
about any of our
Educational Programs,
please email
Tim Anderson,
Education Director
at education@
broadview-heights-spotlights.org.














Scared Scriptless -
Adult Improvisation Workshop (Ages 16 & Up)

This class will be an introduction of  basic improvisational techniques geared towards
both scripted and non-scripted work. This will include Spolin Theater Game Work,
Keith Johnston Techniques,  Short-Form & Long-Form structures, Improvisational
Scene Work, and other techniques. Focuses include spontaneity, teamwork, risk-
taking, and using our natural senses of humor to create a sense of play in a
comfortable, fun environment!

    About Marc Moritz, Instructor
    Marc Moritz originated the role of Talk Show Host in the
    Broadway production of the Sondheim/Prince musical Merrily
    We Roll Along – Moritz can be heard on the original cast
    recording. Local acting credits include Porthouse Theatre, Cain
    Park, and Great Lakes Theater/Idaho Shakespeare Festival.  He
    has directed at The Weathervane Playhouse, TrueNorth Theatre,
    and the Dobama Theatre. Moritz was founding director of
    Cleveland-based Giant Portions Improv Company. His training
    includes a Master of Fine Arts from Kent State University, stints
    at ImprovOlympic, and extensive workshops with Paul Sills, Del
    Close, and Charna Halpern. He has appeared in numerous
    television and radio commercials and is currently appearing as
    Sidney Redlich in Bell, Book, and Candle at The Cleveland
    Playhouse.

For more information about Marc Moritz, click here to read his Actor Profile that
appeared in the Cleveland Performing Arts Examiner.

    Mondays,  7:00PM – 9:00PM
    February 4, 11, 18, 25
    March, 4, 11, 18, 25
    Showcase Performance:  Monday, March 25 at 8:00PM

    Fee: $150
    A discounted, pro-rated fee of $130 is available for those who wish to join in
    the second session on February 11.


Spring Performance Workshop (Ages 8 – 18)
The Spring Performance Workshop is a chance for young performers to practice and
develop their acting skills and showcase them in a production on Friday, May 31
(Families are invited). The class will focus on performing a scripted play while
developing the skills of movement, projection, inflection, and characterization.
Participation in the performance is required. 12 hours.

    Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30PM – 8:00PM
    May 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, 31

    Fees:
    Broadview Heights Recreation Center Member: $90
    Broadview Heights Resident: $100
    Non-Resident: $110

    Please register for Activity #111304, Section #1 at the Broadview Heights
    Recreation Center (440-838-4522).


Just My Size -- Mini-Musical Camp (Ages 4 – 7)
This performance-based, thematic camp is designed to give budding young
performers a chance to develop and display their talents. Through theater games and
instruction in music and movement, campers will learn performance skills. The mini-
musical camp is led by an experienced teacher, aided by teenage volunteer interns. A
performance for parents on Friday evening will showcase what the campers have
learned. Participation in the performance is required. Space is limited; register early.

Note: Participation in the Mini-Musical Camp is not a guarantee of casting in a future
show, nor is it a requirement.

    Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 11:30AM
    July 29 – August 2, 2013
    Performance Obligation: Friday, August 2 at 6:30PM

    Fees:
    Broadview Heights Recreation Center Member: $70
    Broadview Heights Resident: $80
    Non-Resident: $90

    Please register for Activity #111304, Section #2 at the Broadview Heights
    Recreation Center (440-838-4522).


Theater Camp (Grades 1 – 6 (completed))
Theater Camp is a one-week, performance-based camp that serves as an
introduction to musical theater. Designed for children who have completed Grades 1
through 6, the camp is carefully articulated so that returning campers develop their
performance skills by participating in fun, age-appropriate activities in the areas of
acting, music, and dance/movement. During craft time, students work on projects that
serve as costumes, props, and scenery for the production. The instruction is provided
by experienced teachers, aided by teenage volunteer interns. Roles are cast on the
first day of camp at the discretion of the directing team and announced at Monday’s
pickup. There is no appeal process for casting decisions. No experience is necessary.
Swim-time is included.

The camp culminates with two performances of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka KIDS on
Friday evening. Participation in the production is required.  Each participant will receive
two complimentary tickets for either performance. Additional tickets may be purchased
during camp.  

Camper packets containing scripts and music will be available for pick up the week
prior to camp.

Two scholarships (based on need) will be offered by the Broadview Heights Spotlights
Community Theater. Applications for "economic-based scholarships" may be obtained
at the Human Services Department. After-care can be arranged through the Recreation
Department. Space is limited. Register early.

Note: Theater Camp is not a guarantee of casting in a future show, nor is it a
requirement.

    Monday – Friday, 9:00AM - 3:00PM
    August 5 – 9, 2013
    Performance Obligation: Friday, August 9, 5:00PM - 8:30PM

    Fees:
    Broadview Heights Recreation Center Member: $135
    Broadview Heights Resident: $145
    Non-Resident: $155

    Please register for Activity #111304, Section #3 at the Broadview Heights
    Recreation Center (440-838-4522).
2013 Events
9543 Broadview Rd.
Broadview Heights, Ohio  44147
Phone: (440) 526-4404
Click here for directions to the
Broadview Heights Cultural Arts Building.