Flying Pig Theatre Academy
 Announcing: Fall Class Schedule (below)
Along with our regular Flying Pig class for 7- to 14-year-olds Taking Flight and Bacon Bits for preschoolers, we're introducing a level two called Soaring on Stage in which students will produce and perform a live show on stage! And much more! Find details below or email us! |  |
See Flying Pig in Action!
 Click to see photos and stories of Flying Pig Summer Camps
Click to see photos of our first graduating class of Flying Pig Theatre Academy perform at Creative 360 on Saturday, May 22, 2010. Admission was free! Watch their imagination fly! Check out the photos of the first Saint Brigid "Hams" strutting their stuff in this free performance on the last day of their 8-week after school program. Performance was May 25, 2010 at Saint Brigid Catholic School.  | The Flying Pig Story:
Flying Pig Theatre Academy pays homage to Rodger Henderson, a professional director who was as passionate about pigs as he was about theatre. Rodger was a familiar presence in the Midland theatre community. He directed numerous plays and musicals here and generously shared his talents with many of us. He passed away this summer surrounded by good friends and never let go of his wonderful sense of humor.  |
Fall Class Schedule
Taking Flight -
| You don’t need to audition to be part of this troupe. Just come and let your imagination fly! Students, grouped into elementary and middle school ages, come together at times to rehearse and work in mixed groups on various scenes. Begin by understanding the stories and their characters, learning stage movement and use of voice, doing improvisations and pantomime. Next, learn more about how to set the story on stage and have a hand in it all: plan and build sets and properties, design make-up, costumes, and wigs; and decide which sounds and lights will bring it all to life. At the end of the 13- week class, join in showcasing your art to friends and family so that they can enjoy our flight of fancy.
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Bacon Bits -
| Calling all preschoolers who like to play dress up! “Bacon Bits” is an introduction to theatre and the art of performing specially designed for pre-schoolers and non-readers. Students will use props and costume pieces to act out stories and practice the basics of theatre. This 45-minute class is perfect for the little 'ham' in your life!
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Soaring on Stage -
| Come fly with us! “Soaring” participants will take all of the theatre elements introduced in 'Taking Flight' to new heights. Students will apply “show-cabulary” and skills gained in performing, props and set design in a fully produced performance at the end of each term. Class will culminate in a production performed at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. Extra rehearsal dates closer to production will be required. Additional costume expense will occur.
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"Glee" ExperienceInstructor: Heather DeGroot
Ages: Middle- and High-Schoolers Thrusdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm $195 plus $20 materials fee Register online here October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15, January 12, 19, 26 | Love the TV show? Middle- and High-schoolers led by professional musician Heather DeGroot will learn great arrangements to popular songs as well as old standards. Add the choreography and WOW! Many outside performance opportunities during the semester will be included. This one will fill up FAST! Register today!
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Flying Pig Jr PommersInstructor: Lauren Rabine
Ages: 4th and 5th graders Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:30 am $85 plus $20 materials fee Register online here October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, January 14, 21, 28 | Attention 4th and 5th graders who are looking for a new creative athletic activity. This JR class has been designed by following the advice of experienced Pom coaches and is led by Lauren Rabine, captain for her high school varsity Pom team for all 4 years and an ALL STAR POMMER. Lauren has designed and taught Pom clinics for elementary and middle school girls and is passionate about teaching pommers. Come and have loads of fun getting fit while creating athletic performances to great music! You will receive a t-shirt and poms!
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Hoofing ItInstructor: Lauren Rabine
Ages: 7-14 Saturdays, 12:00 - 1:00pm $85 plus $15 materials fee Register online here October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, January 14, 21, 28 | Not just your ordinary dance class! Instructor Lauren Rabine provides the opportunity to explore dance and choreography. Performance elements of musical theatre will be introduced as we learn basic choreography and develop improvisation skills, all set to classic and modern musical scores. Students will choose their favorites to showcase at the end of the session.
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Highland Dance BasicsInstructor: Lauren Rabine
Ages: Beginers of all ages Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Tuition: $85 Register online here October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, January 14, 21, 28 | National Highland dance competitor Lauren Rabine will introduce you to Highland Dance. This class is for beginers of all ages, even adults! This ancient dance form is very aerobic, and is a lot of fun!
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Prime Time HoofersTap Dancing for Adults
Instructor: Pennye Padgett Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Tuition: $58/$54 members Register online here October 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21 | Always wanted to get (back) into tap dancing? Now is your chance. Professional choreographer Pennye Padgett will instruct. Great music! Great exercise! Great opportunity!
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Swines Without ScriptsAdult Improv Class
Instructor: Denyse Clayton Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Tuition: $58/$54 members Register online here October 13, 20, 27. November 3, 10, 17 | Play improvisational games led by instructor Denyse Clayton similar to those in popular television improv shows. Work as a group, think on your feet, gain confidence wth your new skills and laugh! No experience necessary!
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Saint Brigid Drama ClubDirector: Denyse Clayton
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Flying Pig Theatre Academy is brought to you by Meta4. Held at Creative 360. To register click here.
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