For those who want to take a few privates with Ebany Rae and have fully registered for a dance or theater class at the Academy @ Perry-Mansfield or at the Hayden Center.   Her available times change from week to week.  We ask that you contact Ebany Rae at least a week ahead of your desired time for day and times available and to confirm at ebanyr@perry-mansfield.org.  Please bring confirmation of payment with you.

Pre-Professional actor training (Ages 13 – 18), Mondays  -  4-5:30 pm 

An acting class for students who are interested in developing their skills. This class will use Viewpoints acting technique and improvisation as the foundation to explore monologues and scenes. Throughout the semester we will work on selections from William Shakespeare to Paula Vogel and have fun building characters, developing creativity and enhancing quick thinking. Memorization will be required. This will be a phone-free class. BFA audition preparation available.  

Minimum of 5 registered students required for this class

No Class Week of Spring Break, April 21-25

Fundamentals of Acting (Ages -7-12), Wednesdays -  4-5:30 pm Through May 7

An introductory acting and improv class designed to go over the fundamental building blocks of acting on stage for students ages 7-12. This class is great for students who may need help coming out of their shell and students in need of focusing large amounts of energy. Based in Viewpoints technique, students will play a variety of games, explore working with and without text, and most importantly learn to work together, listen and have fun! The semester will end with games and scenes demonstrating both long form and short form improv. Elementary reading is required. This will be a phone-free class.

This class has a minimum requirement of 5 full-time students to run.

No Class Week of Spring Break, April 21-25

This class will meet Thursdays from 5:15- 6:45 pm.  Through May 9

This class combines classical and contemporary ideas leading dancers towards refinement of technique, a deeper understanding of weight and body placement, and a strong sense of artistic integrity. Class is intended for dancers with working knowledge of Ballet and modern dance for ongoing training in a slower-paced, yet still challenging environment. This class is open to any age with the experience.  

Minimum requirement for this class to run is 4 fully registered dancers.

Dropin's welcome.  5 class card can be used.  Single class $20

No class Spring break, April 21-25

Hip Hop 2, Fridays, 4-5:30 Through May 2, performance opportunity available.   This class is for those who want a place to express all depths of themselves through Hip Hop, in an energetic, uplifting fun way that is also sometimes aggressive. Dancers will learn and explore a variety of hip hop movements, styles and techniques.   Not a beginner class.

Dropin's welcome.  5 class card can be used.  Single class $20

No class Spring break, April 21-25

Minimum enrollment for this class is 5 dancers

Early Registration Price

BALLET 1/Modern 1 Ages 5-7, Class meets Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:15 pm at the Steinberg Pavilion.  This class is for young dancers to obtain the foundations of dance technique including the basic terminology, movement and technique of ballet and modern. In this class we will explore together, while creating a dance family, that's encouraging, fun, expansive, and unique. 

Minimum requirement for class to run is 4 fully registered dancers.

No class Spring Break, April 21-25.

Beginning Adult Contemporary Exploration

Mondays, April 21 & 28, May 12 & 19,  6:00-7:15 pm   

Join Our Beginning Contemporary Dance Class!  No one too old!!!!

Unlock your creativity and explore the expressive world of contemporary dance for 4 weeks, no class May 5. This class is perfect for beginners looking to dive into dynamic movement and artistic expression. Improve your strength, flexibility, and confidence in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Minimum 5 students required for this class to run.