Orpheus Schoolhouse is Open!
At Orpheus, we believe that quality arts education should be available to all. The Orpheus Schoolhouse is specifically designed to provide advanced arts training by accredited and experienced instructors at the lowest cost. Our flexible rates include discounts for Orpheus Members, Pay What You Want options, and bursaries to ensure that every child has access to positive arts education.
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Current Classes
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Musical Theatre Vocal Performance
with Stacey Ingrey & Wendy Berkelaar
Sundays Sept 29 - Dec 15, 2024 (10 Sessions)
*No classes on October 13 & November 10
Ages 8 - 13 years: 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 14 - 18 years: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cost:
Regular: $180.00
Orpheus Members: $160.00
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 1: $100.00*
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 2: $50.00*
This unique course offers participants a one on one style voice class in a group setting. Over the span of 10 weeks, students will learn how the voice works, why vocal hygiene is important, about the various registers, how to navigate vocal changes, and healthy warm up techniques. By learning a minimum of one piece, with sheet music, to use for future performances and/or auditions, students will also develop the valuable skill of how to work with an accompanist. Additional focus will be placed on how to prepare for auditions.
Each student will perform their piece in front of the class, take direction, and work to edit their performance. Students are encouraged to come with some idea of a piece they would like to work on, but will absolutely be supported if they do not. To maximize individual attention for each student, this class has a limited capacity of 8 students.
This course is a great opportunity for students looking to develop key skills of vocal performance at an early age, led by two of Ottawa's finest practitioners.
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Intermediate Acting
with Josh Rigo
Wednedays Oct 9 - Nov 13, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Ages 12 - 14 years: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Cost:
Regular: $120.00
Orpheus Members: $105.00
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 1: $75.00*
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 2: $50.00*
In this acting class, students will explore the foundations of performance and acting technique through engaging exercises that build confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Focusing on the basics of acting, students will learn how to analyze scripts, develop characters, and tell stories with their bodies and voices. Through improvisation, scene work, and character exploration, this class will inspire young actors to step out of their comfort zone and bring a character to life on stage.
This 6 week intensive course is a great opportunity for students looking to develop key skills at an earlier age to apply to classrooms, auditions, and rehearsals.
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Advanced Acting
with Josh Rigo
Wednedays Oct 9 - Nov 13, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Ages 15 - 18 years: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cost:
Regular: $120.00
Orpheus Members: $105.00
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 1: $75.00*
*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 2: $50.00*
This advanced acting class is designed for experienced performers looking to deepen their understanding of acting techniques and character development. Through intensive scene work, monologues, and character analysis, students will hone their skills in emotional expression, physicality, and storytelling. Special emphasis will be placed on building authentic, layered characters and working collaboratively within a scene partner or ensemble. Ideal for teens with previous acting experience, this class will challenge students to elevate their craft to the next level.
This 6 week intensive course is a great opportunity for students with some experience looking to build their skills for application in classrooms, post-secondary auditions, and rehearsals.
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*Orpheus Schoolhouse courses are intentionally the lowest priced in town to ensure affordability and accessibility for all. PAY WHAT YOU WANT options are intended for those who require the accommodation. If you can afford the full price, we ask that you be honest and leave the PWYW options for those in need. If the PWYW options are still out of reach for you, we have bursaries available. Please contact J.T. Morris at jt@orpheusmusicaltheatre.ca or by phone at 613-729-4318 for more information on bursaries.
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