Progressive Series 2: Drama Camp

Class Description

Instructor: Minnie Mercury Sundays, 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM 11/24 -1/12 No Class 12/15 & 12/29 Dress Rehearsal: January 19 Student Showcase: February 7 & 8 Combining her background in both musical theatre and team sports, Minnie Mercury brings to you the ultimate course in burlesque ensemble building! We'll teach you how to bring your own unique character to a group number where you can both fit in and stand out. Drama Camp consists of theatre games, character development exercises and techniques and, of course, a story-driven, sexy AF or goofy as hell burlesque routine. Class will be ⅓ lecture, ⅓ games and exercises, and ⅓ choreography. • You will learn one (1) choreographed musical theatre based group routine along with a deeper knowledge and understanding of what it takes to truly create and be a part of an ensemble. • You will develop stronger character development skills by means of analysis worksheets, theatre exercises, and group discussion. • The first 2 weeks of each session will be lecture and theatre exercises based; you should bring a notebook to take notes as well as wear something comfortable to move in. • The last 4 weeks of each session will entail more theatre exercises as well as the choreography routine; you should continue to dress comfortably but also bring a dance or character shoe for the choreography. Learning Outcomes: •Learn one (1) choreographed routine •Conceptualization of costuming to include sourcing and construction. •Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements. What to Bring:  • Notebook & Writing Utensils • Dance Heels • Water About Us: Drenched 110 years of charm, Metropolitan Studios Arts & Movement Community is an affordable creative space in the heart of Atlanta’s East Atlanta Village. From Atlanta burlesque classes to burlesque shows, we are an event venue, community gathering space, and Atlanta, Georgia’s Burlesque & Cabaret House, home to the Atlanta School of Burlesque and the award-winning Candybox Revue burlesque entertainment troupe.

Cancellation Policy

You must notify Metropolitan Studios at least 3 hours before class starts, or class will be deducted from your account and considered “used” even though you were not present.

Contact Details

• Metropolitan Studios, Inc., Metropolitan Avenue Southeast, Atlanta, GA, USA