Workshops

Fort Collins Children's Theatre is proud to announce FCCT+, our new branch of theatre offerings! FCCT has provided safe spaces for personal and cultural growth since the 1950s. Through FCCT+, we will expand upon that mission by offering workshops in partnership with awesome creatives and mental health professionals within our Fort Collins community!

Stage Makeup 101 - Sunday, September 21st, 1:00pm-3:30pm

Ages 13-20

$45

Instructor: Stephanie Knox

Put your best face forward! Learn the basics of theatrical makeup, including learning how to use cream-based makeup and the best tools for hygienic application. Discover how to best use the contours of your face, how to use highlight and shadow, and what to have in your stage makeup kit. Most productions ask you to do your own base makeup… this workshop will help you to do that successfully!

Recommended materials to bring to class: Ben Nye Personal Student Theatrical Creme Kit. This can be found at Life of the Party store in Fort Collins or online. $26.00

Let’s Learn Choreo 101 - Tuesdays, 6:45pm-8:30pm & Thursdays, 6:45pm-8:15pm

Tuesdays: September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4

Thursdays: September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6

Showcase: November 8

Ages 13-20

$370.00

Instructor: Jacey Cagle

This is your chance to dance! And not only to dance, but to create your own choreography for yourself and others! On Tuesdays, learn how to turn improvisation into choreography and dance a group piece. Try out some individual choreography for yourself. And choreograph for a small group! On Thursdays, learn how to work with the technical crew in theatre - music, sound, lighting, costumes… what would you do to help bring your vision to the stage?! Show off your choreography at a showcase performance! Find community in choreography!

Acting Out! Fall Theater Camp - Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30pm-6:00pm, 6 weeks

Mondays: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesdays: September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Showcase: Sunday, November 2nd

Ages: 8-12

Cost: $330

Instructor: Anna Epstein

Come learn acting skills, play improv games, and put together a fantastic one act play with set, props and costumes! This workshop will build confidence, acting skills, and friendships! Come join in on the fun in the best place possible to ACT OUT this fall.

West African Drumming

Tuesday, September 30th, 5:00pm-6:30pm

Ages: 15 to Adult

Cost: $30

Drum usage fee: $5

Total: $35

Instructor: Dee Desnoyers

Curious about drumming but not ready to commit to weekly classes? This one-time, 90-minute session, is the perfect way to give it a try! All levels are welcome - if you’ve never drummed before, this is the class for you! If you have experience, this is also the class for you! Every level will walk away with new knowledge and will have experienced the joy of making music together! Drums are provided!

West African Drumming

Saturday, October 4th, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Ages: 15 to Adult

Cost: $65

Drum usage fee: $5

Instructor: Dee Desnoyers

Curious about drumming but not ready to commit to weekly classes? This one-time, 3-hour session, is the perfect way to give it a try! All levels are welcome - if you’ve never drummed before, this is the class for you! If you have experience, this is also the class for you! Every level will walk away with new knowledge and will have experienced the joy of making music together! Drums are provided!

Creative Writing: What a Character! Friday, October 10th, 5:00pm-6:00pm

Ages 8-12

$20.00

Instructor: Jessica Pluta

Let’s bring a character to life! A well-developed character will draw your reader into your writing - what do they care about, what would they do in a situation, how will the story move because of them? Learn how to create a character that your reader cares about and wants to get to know!

This is a stand-alone class or the first class in a series of creative writing classes.

Recommended materials: pencil and notebook

Creative Writing: What a Character! Friday, October 10th, 7:00pm-9:00pm

Ages 13-20

$36.00

Instructor: Jessica Pluta

This is a stand-alone class or the first class in a series of creative writing classes.

Recommended materials: pen or pencil and notebook

Headshots & Resumes - Thursday, September 25th, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Ages: 15-20

Cost: $35

Instructor: Sarah Baker

Learn the newest tips and tricks for creating the perfect headshot & resume for your auditions! Sarah learned from Colorado’s very own Sylvia Gregory and has applied these tips to her own materials to great success! Sarah also evaluates headshots & resumes when she is directing shows in Northern Colorado! Join us and work together to learn how to create your best materials!

What is Voice-Over? - Sunday, September 28th, 1:00pm-3:00pm

Ages: 13-Adult

Cost: $35

Instructor: Patti Menning

Interested in Voice-Over work? What is it and how does it work? Learn the basics of voice-over work. Learn about emoting and acting in your voice, mitigating expectations in the job, how to advocate for yourself, what equipment to use, and more!

Create Your Best Audition! - Thursdays, October 2nd-23rd, 6:00pm-8:00pm, 4 weeks

Ages 13-Adult

Cost: $135

Instructor: Sarah Baker

Learn how to find the right materials for you - gather options for different genres of shows! Bring your own options or look through what Sarah brings to class. And learn how to find other materials out there in the universe! Then create 2 minute audition packages and work through them in mock auditions with feedback! You’ll leave this workshop ready to rock your next audition!

Wigs 101- Sunday, October 12th, 1:00pm-3:30pm

Ages: 13-Adult

Cost: $45

Instructor: Patti Menning

Come join Patti, wig master for the Lincoln Center, and learn the basics of wig care! Learn how to maintain wigs and store them, so they are always at their best! Learn how to prep your own hair for wigs, how to best place them on your head and take them off. And even learn the best methods for quick changes!

Costuming on a Budget - Sunday, October 5th, 1:00pm-3:30pm

Ages 13-Adult

Cost: $45

Instructor: Stephanie Knox

Costuming can be an expensive item on your budget! Learn how to keep costs down by knowing the resources available to you in your area. Learn how to utilize 3D printing, thrift stores, community theaters in your area, free sites, and more!

Life Skills for Real Life: Time Management & Task Tackling

Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 3 weeks

September 18, 25 and October 2

Ages: 14 to Adult

Cost: $50.00

Instructor: Mariah Loraine

For Teens and Adults navigating busy lives, ADHD or executive functioning challenges.

This workshop will help participants to learn how to build structure with self-compassion. You will gain strategies to organize physical and mental clutter. You will work through task-completion exercises like live journaling, reward systems and prioritization models in order to help you find what works for you! You will examine your habits and rituals to help identify where you can move from a fixed mindset to a flexible mindset. Join us and get a better understanding of how to move through life with a sense of ease and self-care!

Communication with Clarity & Courage

Thursday, October 23rd, 5:30-7:30

Ages: 16 to Adult

Cost: $35.00

Instructor: Mariah Loraine

For Teens and Adults looking to improve school and workplace, interpersonal or digital communications.

Learn how to simplify messaging while staying brave and kind. Gain tips for effective email, face-to-face, and video communications. Learn how to communicate transparently and authentically. And learn when to over-communicate and when to pause. Explore your communication styles and learn how to put your best self forward!

Leadership for Quiet Change-Makers

Thursdays, November 6, 13, and 20, 5:30pm-6:30pm

Ages: 16 - Adult

Cost: $50.00

Instructor: Mariah Loraine

For Adults and Older Teen who may not see themselves as “natural leaders” but want to make a difference.

Participants will learn the difference between introverted versus extroverted leadership styles. You will learn leadership fundamentals (trust, consistency, vision), and what followers need, as well as how to meet those needs authentically. Join us and learn how to make a difference while honoring who you are!

Audition Cut Music Selections!

Mondays, October 20th-November 10th, 5:30pm-7:30pm, 4 weeks

Ages 11-18

Cost: $135

Instructor: Austin Naylor

Bring your own music selections or use ones Austin provides. Learn how to find music selections that fit your voice and style of the show for which you are auditioning! Learn how to mark your music for a live accompanist and how to select the right measures. Get feedback during a mock audition for music only. And understand how to present yourself in a musical audition. You will leave this class with music selections fit for you, and ready for your next audition!

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Workshops