Acting up is OK in this class
Florida Rep offers kids acting programs

COURTESY PHOTO Carol A. Provonsha in The Sugar Bean Sisters. Provonsha is a veteran actress who teaches the Comedy Tonight! class at the Florida Rep.

Florida Repertory Theatre offers three new classes for kids of all ages. These classes, led by theatre professionals, offer community members a chance to gain insight into the world of theatre and hone their dramatic skills. All three Winter Classes promise to be educational and entertaining. Movin' and Groovin' for children ages 4 to 7

In this class, imaginative play and creative movement will transport students to the wonderful world of make-believe. Students will participate in an action-packed class combining dance, acting and storytelling. This is a fantastic way to introduce your child to the world of theatre and performance. This six-week program will be held on Mondays from 4 to 5 p.m. on Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25. This class is led by Florida Rep ensemble member and Director of Audience Development, Rachel Burttram. The cost is $90. Story Theatre Workshop for ages 8 to 13

In this youth workshop students will explore the amazing world of storytelling. Through Reader's Theatre exercises, games and activities, students will learn the fundamentals of this age-old art form, while developing their performance skills. Taught by Florida Rep ensemble member, Rachael Endrizzi, this class is held on Mondays from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25. The cost is $90. Comedy Tonight! Comedic Acting for ages 14 and up

Veteran Professional actress Carol A. Provonsha is ready to get silly in this hilarious workshop that takes a look at the fun and funny styles of comedic acting. In honor of Florida Rep's musical farce, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, students will learn the fundamentals of Improv, Commedia dell'Arte and Musical Comedy. This class is held on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25. The cost is $120.

To enroll or to find out more information on Florida Rep's lineup of fall classes, contact Rachael Endrizzi, at 332-4665 ext.32. For more information on Florida Rep's Education Program, please visit the Education Department online at http://floridarep.org/ education.shtml