By Chelsea Bohannon | Aurora Theatre welcomes a New Year with theatrical programming for all ages. Here are some of the programs in the coming year.
February 11, at 7 p.m.: Special winter programming at its Teatro Aurora with Sangria, Tapas y Flamenco. Pulse to the passionate rhythms of Caló Gitano Dance Company as Teatro Aurora once again presents Sangria, Tapas y Flamenco, an evening of food, fun and romance with a side of Latin flair. Held at Stars and Strikes’ private event hall, tickets are $30 for individuals, $50 for couples and $150 for a table (up to 10 guests).
February 28, at 8 p.m.: During the monthly Poetry and Word series, TIXTER members will mix and mingle while sharing original works during this exclusive event. February’s theme is “Heroes.” Signups begin at 7 p.m. on the day of the event. Patrons can join TIXSTER, as well as sign up to participate online at bit.ly/AuroraPoetryandWord.
Aurora Children’s Playhouse will assemble outstanding children’s performers in the region, bringing them to Gwinnett County for a family-friendly series filled with an array of extraordinary performances. Playhouse tickets are $7; PlayhouseTix punch cards are $50 and good for 10 admissions to any Children’s Playhouse show. Shows include:
Saturday, January 28: Welcome to the BlackTop Playground, where wit and humor rule the stage! Comprised of internationally known comedians create imaginative, laugh-out-loud scenes from audience participation.
Saturday, February 4: The Big Thinkers are exploring the properties of air and pressure, and kids of all ages are invited to join in the fun! With floating beach balls and children (via the Big Thinkers hovercraft!), a smoke ring cannon aimed at the audience and the screaming rocket balloons launching into the crowd, this show is sure to be a blast.
Aurora Theatre Academy is again having Winter Classes for Mini, Master and Budding Broadway Classes (Grades 1-5). These are Mondays, January 23 through March 13 from 4:30-6 p.m. (Budding Broadway class); and Tuesdays, January 24 –March 14 from 4:30-6 p.m. (Mini and Master class).
For elementary school students, the Mini, Master and Budding Broadway classes provide stage experience, while also encouraging teamwork and collaboration with peers. Tuition is $200 per session and there is a one-time student registration fee of $25. With space limited to 15 students per class, pre-registration is highly recommended. A discount is available for students taking multiple sessions or for families with multiple students.
Acting Edge Classes (Grades 6-8) will be on Mondays, January 23 through March 13 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Through a series of theatre games, exercises and exploration, these classes will culminate with an ensemble of players rehearsing a collection of scenes to perform for friends and family. Tuition is $200 per session..
Adult Acting Classes (18+) will be Mondays, January 30 through March 6 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Participants learn the acting craft and technique used by the professionals. The session will focus on skills like cold readings, monologue delivery, auditioning with confidence and learn how to succeed in the business of show business. Tuition is $200 per session. Enrollment is limited to 15 students in each class, and there is a one-time new student registration fee of $25.
Workshops for Grade 9-12 (dates coming soon) for high school students will learn AllTheSkills in this series of workshops led by some of Atlanta’s best professional artists, happening once a month on Wednesday nights.
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