Welcome to the Gallery 7 Theatre Academy! 

We are thrilled to introduce to you our brand-new Theatre Academy, a centre for dramatic learning specifically designed for the lay theatre enthusiast.  We have completely revamped our workshop series in order to provide you with a quality learning experience that spans the height and breadth of the theatre experience.

Over the next three years, you will be able to take a variety of courses and workshops on a rotational basis that span a myriad of topics related to the magic of creating live theatre.  

From six week courses in acting, directing and playwriting, to short courses in technical production and design, the all-new Gallery 7 Theatre Academy will provide you with an in depth exploration of your favorite pastime that coincides nicely with your personal and professional schedules.

When you’ve completed the entire cycle of courses, you’ll be well prepared to tackle any theatre challenge in your community, school or church. And, you’ll receive a graduation certificate recognizing your outstanding achievement.

Of course, you’re free to pick and choose whatever courses suit your learning objectives, and if necessary, you are more than welcome to come back and repeat courses at any time as a refresher.

We hope you will join us for this year's series, perfect for both beginner and veteran theatre practitioners alike. Do something dramatic - learn a little theatre!

Please download a registration form if you wish to take any of the workshops offered this season.

Starting a Church Drama Group

With Ken Hildebrandt

Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007
7:00—10:00 PM

Are you launching a drama group in your church but don't know where to start?  This course is great for those starting a drama group from scratch and for those re-evaluating an existing team.  Explore the potential for ministry while examining the nuts and bolts of visioning, establishing a mission statement and determining core values.  Opportunity will also be given to share from personal experience, making this a great support and networking opportunity. 

Cost: $35 + G.S.T.

Basics of Sound Production 

Saturday, October 27, 2007
9:00 AM—1:00 PM

Explore the basics of sound production in this one-day intensive workshop. Explore the role of the sound operator/designer and have practical, hands-on experience working with various pieces of the latest sound equipment.  Focus will be placed on determining appropriate equipment that meets the needs or particular performance environments.

Cost: $47.00 + G.S.T.

Acting: Level II

Thursdays, January 17 - February 21, 2008
7:00—9:00 PM

Building on the basics explored in Basics of Acting last season, the course examines on a deeper level the actor's two primary means of communicating character: the voice and the body.  The course further explores character development, using many improvisational and other theatre exercises to fine-tune skills.  Scene study, with an emphasis on textual analysis, will also form part of the course. 

Cost: $140.00 + G.S.T.

Producing a Play

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008
7:00—10:00 PM

Explore all you need to know about bringing a play from the page to the stage.  Royalty acquisition, budgeting, personnel management, marketing and scheduling are all topics explored in this three-hour intensive course. 

Cost: $35.00 + G.S.T.

Sound Mixing and Design

Saturday, February 23, 2008
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Class Size Restriction: 8 maximum

 This intensive course will provide hands-on experience to sound operators looking to fine-tune their sound mixing and design skills.  Topics will include proper mike techniques, placement of monitors and speakers, mixing a small band, and other, more advanced sound design techniques.  Participants will also have opportunity to ask questions about designing sound for their individual performance spaces.

Cost: $94.00 + GST