SSPA Education Programs
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Sierra School of Performing Arts is dedicated to providing comprehensive and enriching educational experiences in the world of performing arts. Our diverse range of classes caters to both children and adults, fostering creativity, skill development, and a deep appreciation for the performing arts.
Our classes go beyond just teaching the fundamentals; they immerse students in the art of storytelling, character development, and stage presence. Through interactive exercises and scene work, participants gain confidence and learn to express themselves with authenticity and emotion. We offer classes in both the spring and the fall, allowing individuals to engage with the performing arts year-round. Our experienced and passionate instructors are committed to nurturing talent and fostering a love for the arts in students of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a beginner looking to explore your artistic side, SSPA welcomes you to join our vibrant and supportive community 
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Fall Class Schedule
These classes are designed for actors who want to improve on or start their journey in acting for the stage. We offer classes for as young as 5 years old! Students will enhance their abilities in performing as well as gain confidence for the stage and auditions through games, exercises, and scene work. We encourage trying one of our classes and joining our talented community!
Little Sprouts!
Adventures in Creative Drama Does your child love to act and pretend? Harnessing that wonderful world of imagination can be a powerful tool for building skills in many essential developmental areas. In this fun and popular class, your child will practice social skills, concentration, and problem solving while diving into games designed to encourage exploration and imagination. Children will express themselves through performance, music, movement, and acting out stories, familiar and new. The kiddos will have the opportunity to perform for parents on the last day of class. Instructor: Alyssa Von Eberstein Ages: 5-8 When: Saturdays – 10:00-10:45am | Starts Sept. 9 Duration: 8-week series Cost: $150 | Drop-ins $20 per class - first week only A parent or responsible adult must be on premises during first class or by request. Tap or click here to register. Acting Fundamentals for Teens
Acting and improvisation are the focus of this class for the teen who wants to learn or improve their acting skills. Through theater games, acting exercises, and scripted scene work, budding actors will learn the basics of character, concentration, listening, reacting, and performance. Instructor: Tom Ready Ages: 13 and up When: Tuesdays 6:45pm - 7:45pm | Starts Sept. 6th (no class during fall break.) Duration: 8-week series Cost: $155 for 8-week series Tap or click here to register. 
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These classes are designed for musical theater performers who want to improve on their dancing, acting, and/or singing. Each will prepare students to ace their auditions and be more comfortable performing in musical theater productions. Three formats to choose from! We highly encourage taking one or all of the classes or workshops to prepare for college or local theater auditions.
Broadway Song and Dance!
An introduction to Musical Theater Performance Venture into the world of Broadway musicals in this fun, high-energy class! Students will improve their skills at singing and dancing while learning at least one number from a popular Broadway musical with the emphasis on choreography! This is great preparation for musical theater auditions. No experience necessary. Parents and friends will be treated to a presentation of - you guessed it - song and dance on the final day of class! Instructor: Alyssa von Eberstein Ages: 9 and up When: Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm | starts Sept. 9 Duration: 8-week series Cost: $155 (Drop-ins $25 - first week only) Tap or click here to register. Broadway Triple Threat: Voice and Performance For singers who want to act and actors who want to sing, or anybody who wants to try, this class will focus on the fundamentals of vocal technique, ear training, stage presence - plus everything it takes to perform a song in character on stage. You will not only strengthen your voice but gain confidence to sing in front of a small audience, while presenting the song from the character’s point of view. You may choose to work on any song from pop/musical to standard Broadway style, with backing track, piano accompaniment or a capella. You'll receive individual as well as group coaching in voice and “acting the song” by our instuctors. The class will culminate with a final performance showcase. Please come to the first class with a song you've selected to sing. Instructors: Emily Hammer and Luis Galvez Ages: 10 and up (you'll be grouped by age) When: Thursday nights 6:15-7:15pm | Starts September 7 Duration: 8-week series Cost: $155 Tap or click here to register. In the Spring:
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Drop-in policy
We need a minimum number of preregistered students to offer each class. Once this minimum number is met, we will allow drop-in students for most classes if you notify us in advance. However, we cannot reserve space for a drop-in if the class fills up with preregistered students. For the health and safety of our students and teachers, we are strictly limiting our class sizes.
If you would like to drop in to a class, email us at info@sierraschoolofperformingarts.org.
If you would like to drop in to a class, email us at info@sierraschoolofperformingarts.org.
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COVID-19 statement:
We take every precaution when holding our classes in-person. Students may wear face masks to and during class. Our large studio allows plenty of room for students to spread out and class size will be limited to allow all students to have their own space. If there are new public health restrictions imposed when classes are underway, we may adjust our protocols. If you have specific questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Send an email to: sierraschoolofperformingarts@gmail.com or call us at 775-852-7740. Notes on our classes
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Our classes are not only fun, but they develop skills you will need as a human. Take a theater class and you can:
-Become a better listener
-Conquer fear
-Spark creativity
-Meet new people
-Become a better problem solver
-Gain confidence
-Say yes to more in life
-Learn to think fast
-Become a better public speaker
-Get out of your comfort zone in a safe environment
-Learn to work as a team
-Get out of the house, get off the screens, and have fun!
Have fun while you learn!
The benefits of training in the arts go far beyond developing theater skills. Research demonstrates that the arts are vital to a well-rounded education. They promote critical thinking, enhance spatial and temporal perception, foster positive social skills, and provide powerful motivation for students to excel in school. Such education calls for students to process information verbally, aurally, and kinesthetically—so that every child can succeed in the classroom and in life. Theater especially captures all of the above skills and learning styles in one art form! And it’s fun! We encourage you to consider giving your child the golden opportunity to develop confidence and social skills by signing them up for one of our classes or encouraging them to participate in a camp or one of our plays!
If you have questions, send an email to: sierraschoolofperformingarts@gmail.com, or call Sierra School of Performing Arts, 775-852-7740.
