Woodlawn Arts Academy’s student theatre programs are open to all, and every student who registers gets a part! Participants get the opportunity to act, sing and dance, plus learn auditioning tips, and about costuming and set design. Rehearsals for our musicals take place in the J. Mark Beaty Performance Center at Woodlawn Arts Academy until the last few weeks of rehearsals, when they move to Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School or Sauk Valley Community College’s Jerry Mathis Theatre, thanks to our Sauk Valley Theatre Alliance partnership with SVCC and Centennial Auditorium.
Additionally, we offer outreach theatre programs with Dixon Public Schools, as well as Rock Falls Middle School through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant with the Sterling-Rock Falls Y.
Heading into a college theatre program or thinking about enrolling in the future? Not sure what to expect? Miss Abby is a recent theatre graduate who will teach you about the audition process, help you fine-tune your skills and path, and discuss how to make the most out of your experience! You will receive advice and materials to start your performing path more confidently!
Is improv for comedians and actors only? No! Many people can benefit from an improv class. Not only will you learn to develop improv scenes, but you’ll gain critical life skills: teamwork, trust, developing relationships, listening, and being in the present moment. The best part is that you will be having fun! We will introduce the nine rules of improv. No acting experience needed.
Ever wanted to practice with theatre make-up? Work together with a partner (such as mom, dad, sibling) to create over-the-top character makeup on each other! Hairstyles may be incorporated, as well. Want to turn Mom into a robot or your brother into an alien? Tuition covers the cost of both participants.
Prepare for middle school and high school theatre experiences with this speech and drama experience! Get a foundation of vital skills to help you succeed in school and throughout your life: self-esteem, confidence and creative thinking, along with acting, public speaking, leadership and teamwork skills. Whether you have an active interest in acting and the theatre, or they simply want to make new friends and explore the development of important attributes, this class is the perfect option.
Prepare for middle school and high school theatre experiences with this speech and drama experience! Get a foundation of vital skills to help you succeed in school and throughout your life: self-esteem, confidence and creative thinking, along with acting, public speaking, leadership and teamwork skills. Whether you have an active interest in acting and the theatre, or they simply want to make new friends and explore the development of important attributes, this class is the perfect option.
Creative drama can be fun for both non-actors and actors! Develop positive self-esteem and problem-solving skills while learning to work with others. A variety of activities, including pantomime, creative movement, imaginative journeys and speaking vocal exercises will be offered. A short performance will be recorded and shared for family and friends to view. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS AT ROCK FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Creative drama can be fun for both non-actors and actors! Develop positive self-esteem and problem-solving skills while learning to work with others. A variety of activities, including pantomime, creative movement, imaginative journeys and speaking vocal exercises will be offered. A short performance will be recorded and shared for family and friends to view.
Immerse yourself in the imaginative world of Shel Silverstein. Learn and perform poetry selections from the book “Where the Sidewalk Ends.” You’ll use your imagination to create your own characters and props, and put on a short performance that will be recorded and shared for family and friends to view.
Get your theatre experience here! Whether you have an active interest in acting and the theatre, or they simply want to make new friends and explore the development of important attributes, this class is the perfect option.
Get your theatre experience here! Learn literary and theatrical skills through themed stories and activities!
3807 Woodlawn Road
Sterling, IL 61081
Woodlawn Arts Academy is a member agency of United Way of Whiteside County and Lee County. Programs are partially funded by grants from the Illinois Arts Council Agency and The Chicago Community Trust.