Class Descriptions
ACTING
Students will enhance basic acting skills and develop production expertise working through scripts, memorize monologues, and scene work will be required. This class is designed to build imagination, comic skills, self confidence for public speaking, as well as extend vocal and physical skills through the use of improvisation exercises, scenes, and stories.
MUSICAL THEATRE
This comprehensive course is for all musical theatre performers. Coursework includes but is not limited to vocal projection, character development, and performance techniques through staging and the development of scenes from the classical to the contemporary musical theatre repertoire.
COMBO ACTING & MUSICAL THEATRE
A thorough course for young musical theatre performers with emphasis on song development, audition technique, characterization of musical scenes, and various styles used in standard musical theatre repertoire.
TAP
A dance technique that emphasizes rhythm variations, phrasing, and syncopation created by metal taps on the balls and heels of each foot. The tap sounds are colored by volume, speed, and style.
BALLET
Classical technique, traditional positions and alignments, all emphasizing muscular strength, length, and grace. Ballet technique is for serious dancers and for anybody who wants to improve posture, coordination, flexibility, and agility.
JAZZ
This eclectic style is uniquely American. Classic jazz is based on the traditional techniques seen in all forms of dance. Dynamic approaches emphasized include isolations, rhythmic varieties and energetic locomotion.
HIP-HOP JAZZ
This dance style is athletic, energetic, and technically freer. Hip-Hop music makes these classes especially lively.
COMBO DANCE
These classes give the young dance students an introduction to the exciting world of dance. Basics of technique, movement concepts and quality, musicality, group interaction and gross motor skill development are all emphasized. Focused individual participation means that no dance student gets left behind. Students are taught etiquette while exploring the unlimited possibilities of dance.
-- KPAC PROFESSIONAL & PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS --
THE KPAC TRIPLE THREAT CONSERVATORY
Admission to this program is by AUDITION ONLY. The Conservatory is designed to prepare the "Triple Threat Performer" (actor/singer/dancer) and is a serious program designed to be a launching pad for those who love to perform and have the dream of pursuing a career in the performing arts. Each student is required to take his or her assigned conservatory class as well as 3 dance classes a week (Tap, Ballet, & Jazz) at KPAC. Private vocal lessons are highly recommended and available at KPAC. Conservatory students will be featured in several performance opportunities including KPAC Cabarets, the Spring Musical (by audition), and the all-school year-end recital.
ORCHESIS for the serious dance student.
Orchesis is a Greek term whose truest meaning is "to dance." The Orchesis Program at KPAC is a series of professionally graded classes for the serious dance student who aspires to be a dancer. The Orchesis Program is by Audition or Invitation Only. Students in the Orchesis Program can also join the Orchesis Dance Company for additional performance and competition opportunities.
KPAC COMPETITION/PERFORMANCE TEAMS
The KPAC Competiton Team is open to students aged 6-18, by audition only, who LOVE to sing/dance/act and who make the commitment to study hard, rehearse regularly, work together and find great joy in performing! The focused commitment and regular participation fosters tremendous technical growth in every team member and builds confidence, self esteem and camaraderie. Auditions will be held Saturday, June 2nd at KPAC from 2-4pm please call (908)755-3400 for more information or to register for the audition.Any student who is interested in becoming part of KPAC may contact the KPAC office for more information. (908) 755-3400 or email mailto:info@k-pac.net.
MINI TEAM (ages 6-9)
Monthly Tuition for Mini Team members ages 6-9 includes weekly classes in Ballet, Tap & Jazz and Tuesday team rehearsals. Mini Team members must also attend, and will receive a discounted rate for, the Saturday acro workshop Sept. 15th - Dec. 15th. All team members are encouraged to take additional dance classes including Lyrical & Hip-Hop which will help them excel. Mini Team members will perform in two large group numbers that incorporates the Mini, Jr., & Sr. Teams as well as two (1 jazz & 1 tap) numbers choreographed just for the Mini Team members. These numbers will be taught and rehearsed on Tuesdays. All solos, duets, trios, and any specialty small groups (i.e. Lyrical, Hip-Hop, etc.) will be optional. All team members must commit to three regional competitions, one community performance, and one national competition in July.
JUNIOR TEAM (ages 10-12)
Monthly Tuition for Junior Team members ages 10-12 includes weekly classes in Ballet, Tap & Jazz and Tuesday & Saturday team rehearsals. Junior Team members must also attend, and will receive a discounted rate for, the Saturday acro workshop Sept. 15th - Dec. 15th. All team members are encouraged to take additional dance classes including Lyrical & Hip-Hop which will help them excel. Junior Team members will perform in two large group numbers that incorporates the Mini, Jr., & Sr. Teams as well as two (1 jazz & 1 tap) numbers choreographed just for the Junior Team members. These numbers will be taught and rehearsed on Tuesdays & Saturdays. All solos, duets, trios, and any specialty small groups (i.e. Lyrical, Hip-Hop, etc.) will be optional. All team members must commit to three regional competitions, one community performance, and one national competition in July.
SENIOR TEAM (ages 13 and up)
Monthly Tuition for Senior Team members includes two weekly Ballet classes, Tap & Jazz class and Tuesday team rehearsals. Senior Team members must also attend, and will receive a discounted rate for, the Saturday acro workshop Sept. 15th - Dec. 15th. Senior Team members are strongly encouraged to take additional dance classes including Lyrical & Hip-Hop. Senior Team members perform in two large group numbers that incorporate both the Junior and Senior Teams as well as three Senior group numbers. All solos, duets, trios, and specialty small group numbers (ie. Lyrical, Hip-Hop, etc.) are optional. All team members must commit to all of the above as well as three regional competitions, one community performance, and one national competition in July.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Private instruction is available in all areas of the performing arts.
KPAC WORKSHOPS
From time-to-time specialty classes and master classes may be offered to enhance the students' educational experience. Details and requirements for KPAC WORKSHOPS will be posted on the website and on the Center's bulletin board.
ADULT STUDENTS
Adult students are always welcome. Please contact KPAC for more information
| DRESS CODE |
Students will not be allowed to take class without proper Dress Code.
Dress Code items may be purchased at a discount through L&M Dancewear.
KPAC t-shirts will be purchased separately from the studio.
In addition, girls must have hair securely pulled back away from the face. No jewelry should be worn to class. |
Tuition Policy
- Tuition is based on the number of classes taken per week.
- Tuition is due by the 5th of each month.
- If the student is unable to attend his/her class before the 5th of the month, the payment should be mailed to:
KPAC - Kelsea's Performing Arts Center
51 Mount Bethel Road
Warren, NJ 07059
- If tuition payment is not received by the due date you will be assessed a $20.00 late fee per class. Continued late payment of your tuition will result in a review of the student's continued participation at KPAC.
- There is a $30.00 fee for all returned checks.
- Unpaid balances for any fees over 90 days will be turned over to a collection service and charges for this service will be added to your balance. If necessary we will pursue collection in small claims court with all court fees added to your balance.
- There is a $20.00 non-refundable production fee per student for participation in the production due by November 1st, 2010.
- There is an $80.00 non-refundable costume deposit per student due by November 1st, 2010. The balance of the costume fee will be billed after costumes have been selected. Any outstanding balance will result in costumes not being ordered for the student. We do not order extra costumes.
- If for any reason you decide to withdraw from KPAC there is no penalty, however all payments made are non-refundable
If a student misses a class, they should check with their instructor to schedule a make-up class. Tuition will not be reduced nor will refunds be given for missed classes. If you have any questions feel free to contact the studio.
Thank you,
KPAC |
