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SUMMARY:Private Acting Class with Madison Kisst - October
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: When you sign up\, please specify the date and time you would like a lesson. The purchase page will only give you the option of October 31 at 5pm. Thanks! \n1/2 hour = $40\n1 Hour = $80\n \nWhen you sign up\, please specify the date and time you would like a lesson. The sign-up page will only give you the option of October 31 at 5pm. Thanks!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/private-acting-class-with-madison-kisst-october/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Private Acting Class with Jeremy Kruse - October
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: When you sign up\, please specify the date and time you would like a lesson. The purchase page will only give you the option of October 31 at 5pm. Thanks! \nAre you working on a part for a play or film and need assistance? If you are new to acting\, Jeremy can teach you what it takes to be an actor and how to bring a character to life. Jeremy can help you with: audition preparation\, the business of acting\, script analysis\, comedic improvisation\, Method Acting Technique and more! \nJeremy can help with your audition for performing arts high schools. His students have gotten into the schools of their choice. \nIf you have training or are a working actor\, Jeremy can help take you to the next level. \nAre you an adult in the work force looking for an acting class that will help you be more spontaneous and personable? Jeremy can help. \n1/2 hour = $40\n1 Hour = $80\n \nNOTE: When you sign up\, please specify the date and time you would like a lesson. The purchase page will only give you the option of October 31 at 5pm. Thanks! \n\n \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/private-acting-class-with-jeremy-kruse-october/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Seventh Inning Stretch Pants
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a laughter-filled extravaganza at Gorton Drama Studio! Join us on October 27th and 28th\, Friday and Saturday at 7pm\, as our talented cast of 9 to 13 year old actors bring the house down with original comedy sketches. The comedic chaos unfolds at Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest. Tickets are just $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Don’t miss the hilarity – mark your calendars for a weekend of non-stop fun!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/seventh-inning-stretch-pants-october-28/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Gorton Drama Studio,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Seventh Inning Stretch Pants
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a laughter-filled extravaganza at Gorton Drama Studio! Join us on October 27th and 28th\, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm\, as our talented cast of 9 to 13-year-old actors bring the house down with original comedy sketches. The comedic chaos unfolds at Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest. Tickets are just $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Don’t miss the hilarity – mark your calendars for a weekend of non-stop fun! \n \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/seventh-inning-stretch-pants-october-27/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Gorton Drama Studio,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Little Storytellers: Acting for Ages 2.5 to 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for an activity for your little one? Through interactive play and fully engaged make-believe\, children are led through stories and become part of the storytelling themselves. Confidence\, individuality\, imagination and skilled listening are fostered as the students are immersed in a joyful fairytale world with their peers. Music\, props\, tasks and obstacles enhance sensory and motor skills. Siblings are welcome to sign up too! Ages: 2.5 – 4 \nPay per class = $25 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nInstructor\, Madison Kisst: Madison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-storytellers-acting-for-ages-2-5-to-4/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Montessori School of Lake Forest Acting Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a budding actor in the family? Turn your child’s love of make-believe play into a passion for the arts. Through theater games and improvisation\, your budding actor will explore her creative side\, build confidence\, and develop spontaneity – while enhancing social and motor skills. Students learn and practice skills such as listening\, sharing the stage\, hitting a mark\, enunciation\, voice projection and creating a character. \nThis club meets at Montessori School of Lake Forest is only for MSLF students. If you are not a student at MSLF\, please check out the classes offered at Gorton Center. \nDAY: Fridays\nTIME/AGES:\n3:15-4:15 – ages 5-6\n4:30-5:30 – ages 7+\nPROGRAM DATES: 6 classes – 9/15\, 9/29\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 11/17\, 12/1\nCOST: $120 \nInstructor: Madison Kisst \n \nMadison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Masters of Fine Arts in Performance.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/montessori-school-of-lake-forest-acting-club/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Method Acting For Adults - Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Learn Method acting technique while doing acting exercises\, scene work\, improvisations and monologues. Bring in anything you want to work on: plays\, films\, poems – comedies\, dramas – anything. If you need material\, Jeremy will provide it. This class is for people of all experience levels and intended for anyone who is looking for a creative outlet and a fun time. Previous classes have included first timers as well as actors who have agents\, audition regularly and work regularly as professional actors. Part 1\, the first two hours\, are acting exercises and improvs.  Part 2\, the third hour\, is scene and monologue work. Students can sign up for part 1\, Part 2 or both. Jeremy focuses on where you are in your creative development and works to take you to the next level. \nSeptember 16 – November 4  \nSaturdays  \n10am to 1pm \n8 Classes \nThere are three options for this class: \nSaturdays\,  10am to 1pm (2 hours of exercises and 1 hour of scene study) – Class Fee: $600 \nSaturdays\,  10am to noon (2 hours of acting exercises) – Class Fee: $400 \nSaturdays\,  Noon to 1pm (1 hour of scene study) – Class Fee: $200 \nAdults 18 + \nABOUT OUR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR:\n \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/method-acting-for-adults-saturdays-fall-2023/
LOCATION:Lake Forest\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio
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SUMMARY:Acting for Ages 5 to 8
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a budding actor in the family? Turn your child’s love of make-believe play into a passion for the arts. Through theater games\, improvisation\, performing fairy tales and performing children’s books\, your budding actor will explore her creative side\, build confidence\, and develop spontaneity – while enhancing social and motor skills. Students learn and practice skills such as listening\, sharing the stage\, hitting a mark\, enunciation\, voice projection and creating a character. Ages 5 – 8  \n \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017). Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one. www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com  \n \nPhysical Theatre Instructor\, Madison Kisst: Madison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Masters of Fine Arts in Performance. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/acting-for-ages-5-to-8-saturdays/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Montessori School of Lake Forest Acting Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a budding actor in the family? Turn your child’s love of make-believe play into a passion for the arts. Through theater games and improvisation\, your budding actor will explore her creative side\, build confidence\, and develop spontaneity – while enhancing social and motor skills. Students learn and practice skills such as listening\, sharing the stage\, hitting a mark\, enunciation\, voice projection and creating a character. \nThis club meets at Montessori School of Lake Forest is only for MSLF students. If you are not a student at MSLF\, please check out the classes offered at Gorton Center. \nDAY: Fridays\nTIME/AGES:\n3:15-4:15 – ages 5-6\n4:30-5:30 – ages 7+\nPROGRAM DATES: 6 classes – 9/15\, 9/29\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 11/17\, 12/1\nCOST: $120 \nInstructor: Madison Kisst \n \nMadison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Masters of Fine Arts in Performance.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/montessori-school-of-lake-forest-acting-club-fall-2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Method Acting - Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Learn Method acting technique while doing acting exercises\, scene work\, improvisations and monologues. Bring in anything you want to work on: plays\, films\, poems – comedies\, dramas – anything. If you need material\, Jeremy will provide it. This class is for adults of all experience levels and intended for anyone who is looking for a creative outlet and a fun time. Previous classes have included first timers as well as actors who have agents\, audition regularly and work regularly as professional actors. Part 1\, the first two hours\, are acting exercises and improvs.  Part 2\, the third hour\, is scene and monologue work. Students can sign up for part 1\, Part 2 or both. Jeremy focuses on where you are in your creative development and works to take you to the next level. Adults 18 + \nThere are three options for this 8-week class: \n\n2 pm to 5 pm (2 hours of exercises and 1 hour of scene study) – $600\n2 pm to 4 pm (2 hours of acting exercises) – $400\n4 pm to 5 pm (1 hour of scene study) – $200\n\nAbout our Artistic Director:\n \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/method-acting-for-adults-fall-2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio
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SUMMARY:Little Storytellers: Acting for Ages 2.5 to 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for an activity for your little one? Through interactive play and fully engaged make-believe\, children are led through stories and become part of the storytelling themselves. Confidence\, individuality\, imagination and skilled listening are fostered as the students are immersed in a joyful fairytale world with their peers. Music\, props\, tasks and obstacles enhance sensory and motor skills. Siblings are welcome to sign up too! Ages: 2.5 – 4 \n \nPhysical Theatre Instructor\, Madison Kisst: Madison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-storytellers-acting-for-2-5-4-sept-2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T183000
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SUMMARY:Performance Acting Class for Ages 9 to 14 - Halloween Play
DESCRIPTION:Sketch Comedy Show! \nThis is an exciting and engaging Halloween themed performance-based class in which the group will create original material using a process similar to that of The Second City and Saturday Night Live. The show will consist of sketches as well as song and dance numbers. We will use improvisation to generate and explore ideas and then the best material will be scripted out. The show will NOT be improvised. \nHeld twice a week on Wednesdays and Thursdays\, this class provides a comprehensive learning experience for students of all skill levels. \n\nEveryone who signs up gets a part.\nSketch comedy show.\nPerformances: Friday\, October 27\, and Saturday\, October 28\, at 7 pm in the beautiful John and Nancy Hughes Theater.\n\nSkills Development: This class caters to individuals of all experience levels\, from beginners to seasoned performers. The basics of acting such as hitting a mark\, enunciation and voice projection as well as more advanced acting principles such as developing a character\, developing a relationship and creating real behavior are explored. Students will learn the process of generating original material using improvisation and comedy techniques. \nThis class is inclusive and accessible to everyone. Whether you are a beginner wanting to try something new or an experienced actor seeking to further develop your skills\, this class welcomes all with open arms. \nAbout Our Artistic Director:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017). Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one. www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPhysical Theatre Instructor\, Madison Kisst: Madison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/performance-act-9-14yo-halloween-play/
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T173000
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SUMMARY:Acting for Ages 5 to 8
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a budding actor in the family? Turn your child’s love of make-believe play into a passion for the arts. Through theater games\, improvisation\, performing fairy tales and performing children’s books\, your budding actor will explore her creative side\, build confidence\, and develop spontaneity – while enhancing social and motor skills. Students learn and practice skills such as listening\, sharing the stage\, hitting a mark\, enunciation\, voice projection and creating a character. \nClass on Halloween can be missed and made up on another day. \nAbout our Artistic Director:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017). Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one. www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPhysical Theatre Instructor: Madison Kisst: Madison Kisst is an actor and physical theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/acting-5-8-sept-12-nov-4-2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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