Share your passion for acting in a supportive environment, whether it's just for enjoyment, or to pursue job opportunities in theater, television, film and voiceover. Practice improvisation, interviews, scene study, cold read, audition techniques, and moment to moment acting through a variety of exercises. Practice makes perfect! Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director. She represents talent for TV/Film work in the Northwest and Los Angeles. Limited to 8 students.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
March 31 -May 19, 2025 (8 weeks)
Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM / $160
Maximum 15 students------Ages 18-Adult
Make them laugh in this fun exploration of comic acting. Using improv and some of the best written comic scripts around, you will discover your own sense of humor and comic timing, all the while developing skills that will help you lighten the mood and brighten your world. Find out how the pros do it and try it out yourself with an instructor whose comedic experience includes theatre, film, TV, sketch comedy and standup. Returning students welcome.
Professional Actors Class - IN PERSON
April 3- May 22, 2025 (8 weeks)
Thursdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM / $160
Maximum 15 students------Ages 18-Adult
An ongoing in-depth class for actors who want to master their craft while preparing themselves for auditions and work. Students work on scenes, monologues, auditions, and storytelling, with a teacher who brings decades of experience in the professional world of New York and Hollywood. Phone conversation with the instructor required for new students. Returning students encouraged.
Professional Actors Class - ZOOM
April 2 - May 21, 2025 (8 weeks)
Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM / $160
Maximum 10 students------Ages 18-Adult
A Zoom acting class with a focus on skills for film and theatre. With the atmosphere of a "company of players," you'll work on scenes and monologues, inspired by the instructor's coaching and direction, and there will be the benefit of having the recording to learn from each week. Requirement: Students will need a strong wi-fi connection and be sure to download the Zoom app. Contact Nancy with any questions. Come from wherever you happen to be and bring your ideas for scenes and monologues!
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
Have fun acting for TV, Film and Theater! Practice improvisation, acting exercises, performance, and audition skills. Create and star in your own show. Enjoy performing commercial, film, television, and theater scripts (both comedy and drama). Gain confidence and view your improvements on TV. Instructor Sandra Peabody represents talent for film and television work in the Northwest and Los Angeles. Limited to 8 students
Limited to 8 students.
ACTING FOR TEENS
Tuesdays April 1 - May 20 (8 weeks)
6:00 - 7:30 PM / Ages 13 - 18 / $185
Enjoy practicing improvisation, scene study, and audition techniques, while stretching your acting muscles! Learn the difference, while presenting "On and Off Camera." Gain more confidence and watch your improvements on TV. Have fun performing roles for TV, Film, and Theater, from your favorite shows. Create and star in your own show! Instructor Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director. Limited to 8 students.
Sandra is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director and represents talent for voice over, film, and television work in Portland, the Northwest, and Los Angeles.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
March 30 - April 13, 2025 (3 weeks)
Sundays 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM / $45
Maximum 10 students------Ages 16 +
Learn the foundations of tap dance including flaps, shuffles, broadways, and more in this class designed for those new to tap or with 1-2 years of experience. Students will work on musicality, rhythm, and proper tap technique in an encouraging environment. Lace up full sole tap shoes (or tennis shoes) recommended.
Open Level Jazz
March 30 - April 13, 2025 (3 weeks)
Sundays 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM / $45
Maximum 10 students------Ages 16 +
Get your body moving in this upbeat all levels jazz dance class! We will start with a full body warm up including stretching and strengthening, practice technique in across the floor exercises, and end by learning a piece of choreography created with options to fit every dancer.
Intermediate/Advanced Tap
March 30 AM - April 13, 2025 (3 weeks)
Sundays 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM / $45
Maximum 10 students------Ages 16 +
Grow your knowledge of tap steps and practice new rhythms in this tap dance class designed for dancers with a few years of experience. Class will focus on musicality, flexibility and adaptability of tap steps, and technique to improve speed and accuracy.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
For questions about placement, contact Eve at evebrindis@gmail.com
Spring Recital June 7th
PREPARTORY BALLET CLASSES
PreBallet l
Mondays, March 31 - June 2, 2025 (9 weeks)
NO CLASSES: 5/26 (Memorial Day)
3:30-4:15 PM ----- Ages 4 - 5 ----- Tuition: $125
This is a fun, creative introduction to basic ballet movement. Emphasis is on coordination, rhythm, music, and mime using props, rhymes, stories and imagination. Your child will be galloping on a pony, leaping over puddles, and learning movements to accompany their favorite preschool songs! Students will learn basic ballet skills and terminology in a supportive and encouraging environment.
This class transitions from the creative movement aspect of PreBallet l to an emphasis on the fundamentals of ballet. Basic ballet skills, terminology, rhythm, and coordination are taught, practiced, and developed through music and use of props in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Prerequisite Skills: PreBallet ll students must be able to skip and be willing to participate independently without parent.
BEGINNER BALLET CLASSES
Level l (Prerequisite: PreBallet ll)
Mondays, March 31 - June 2, 2025 (9 weeks)
NO CLASSES: 5/26 (Memorial Day)
4:30-5:30 PM ---- Ages 6 + ---- Tuition: $135
This class is for the novice as well as a transition from PreBallet to a more formal ballet class. The fundamentals of ballet and barre work are introduced as well as an emphasis on ballet class etiquette. Focus is on posture, stretching for flexibility, muscle strength, technique and musicality in a disciplined yet encouraging environment.
Prerequisite Skills: One year of Pre-Ballet or formal ballet experience required
Level II and Level III Ballet has been combined into one class on Tuesdays at 4:30 - 5:30 pm.
Level ll and III (Prerequisite: Level l)
Wednesdays, April 2 - June 4, 2025 (11 weeks)
4:30-5:30 PM ---- Ages 7 + --- Tuition: $150
This class is a continuation of the beginner level. Students will continue to build upon the knowledge and skills they developed in level l. Focus will continue on posture, stretching and flexibility, technique, and musicality. To enroll in this level, students must have completed one full year of Level l or be given permission from instructor after attending a placement class.
Prerequisite skill: stand and work comfortably from fifth position feet and have completed 1 full year of Level l or the equivalent previous training and approval by instructor after placement class.
Beginning Tap is a fun and creative introduction to tap dance. Students will focus on coordination and rhythm in an upbeat and encouraging environment. Your child will be introduced to basic tap vocabulary and learn steps to some of their favorite music.
Tap I
Wednesdays, April 2 - June 4, 2025 (10 weeks)
5:30 - 6:30 PM ----- Ages 8-10 ----- Tuition: $150
Tap I is a beginner level tap class focusing on rhythm, musicality and timing. Students will be introduced to tap technique and vocabulary through warmups, center exercises, across the floor and choreography. Attire: Any appropriate dancewear or active wear. Hair should be pulled back. Tap shoes required.
Jazz I
Mondays, March 31 - June 2, 2025 (9 weeks)
NO CLASSES: 5/26 (Memorial Day)
5:30-6:30 PM ----- Ages 8-12 ----- Tuition: $135
Jazz I is a beginner level jazz class that introduces the basics of jazz dance technique and vocabulary. Students will focus on stretching and conditioning, across the floor progressions with leaps and turns and jazz choreography. Attire: Any appropriate dancewear or active wear. Hair should be pulled back. Jazz shoes required.
Musical Theatre Dance
Mondays, March 31 - June 2, 2025 (9 weeks)
NO CLASSES: 5/26 (Memorial Day)
6:30 - 7:30 PM ----- Ages 13 - 18 ----- Tuition: $125
This class is for dancers ages 13 to 18 seeking basic technique outside of their regular musical theater rehearsals. Students will focus on the fundamentals of basic jazz technique while building their musicality, story-telling and stage presence. This is a choreography-based curriculum using classic and contemporary music from Broadway musicals. Attire: Any appropriate dancewear or active wear. Hair should be pulled back. Jazz shoes required.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
(Genealogy Workshop) One Saturday Only - Saturday, March 22 / 10 AM - 12 PM
Instructor: Laurence Overmire -----$70
Ages 16-Adult
Everyone has an amazing family history - but most have no clue how truly remarkable it is, because they have never investigated the generations going far, far back in time. Led by a genealogist and author of 4 family histories, as well as the book Digging for Ancestral Gold, The Fun and Easy Way to Get Started on Your Genealogy Quest. This workshop inspires you to embark on a quest for your ancestral heritage and guides you through the steps to get you started. For those with Beginning to Intermediate experience. Bring your family histories and your questions.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
While practicing through games, play, art, music, and dance, students will discover their inner creativity. Class will be held in the ballet studio which is designed for easy distance awareness. Students will conclude the Spring session with a performance/demo to be performed on the last day of class. Students will be having fun improvising, creating, and playing together each class day.
Each day, campers will meet outside on the front deck to check-in. Once everyone arrives the class will go down to the studio together as a group, limiting hallway crowding. At the end of the day, this will be the same protocol. Remember to bring a snack and get ready to have a wonderful time.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
Summer 25 TV/Film Acting "Starstruck" With Sandra Peabody
Get a taste of stardom and have fun, while developing your acting skills! Create and perform
practice improvisations, presentations, and auditions using commercial, film, and TV scripts (both comedy and drama). Gain confidence and improve with video feedback. NOTE: Class work is different in each Session. Instructor Sandra Peabody is an Emmy-award winning writer/producer/director and manages talent for voice over, film, and television work in the Northwest and Los Angeles. Limited to 8 students. (All levels invited).
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
July 7 - August 25, 2025 (8 weeks)
Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM / $160
Maximum 15 students------Ages 18-Adult
Back by popular demand! This acting class brings together a love of language, magic, mood, intrigue and, of course, some of the most beautiful theatre ever written! All in a frothy concoction that's just As You Like It. No previous experience required. Taught by the founder of New York City's Shakespeare Stage Company. Returning students always more than welcome!
Professional Actors Class - IN PERSON
July 10 - August 28, 2025 (8 weeks)
Thursdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM / $160
Maximum 15 students------Ages 18-Adult
An ongoing in-depth class for actors who want to master their craft while preparing themselves for auditions and work. Students work on scenes, monologues, auditions, and storytelling, with a teacher who brings decades of experience in the professional world of New York and Hollywood. Phone conversation with the instructor required for new students. Returning students encouraged.
Professional Actors Class - ZOOM
July 9 - August 27, 2025 (8 weeks)
Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM / $160
Maximum 10 students------Ages 18-Adult
A Zoom acting class with a focus on skills for film and theatre. With the atmosphere of a "company of players," you'll work on scenes and monologues, inspired by the instructor's coaching and direction, and there will be the benefit of having the recording to learn from each week. Requirement: Students will need a strong wi-fi connection and be sure to download the Zoom app. Contact Nancy with any questions. Come from wherever you happen to be and bring your ideas for scenes and monologues!
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
Stage/Sketch COMEDY PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm
July 9th through September 13th
Showcase on final day!
Rehearsal September 7- 12th
*Labor day week off
*5 spots for writers only
*12 spots for both writers and performers
Tuition: $180
Are you a fan of Saturday Night Live, Mad TV, Key & Peele, or Gilly Keeves?! Do you enjoy creating characters and making people laugh?! Are you known as "the funny one" in your circle of friends or colleagues?!
If so, this 9-week course, taught by professional stand-up comic and actor Ty Boice (Xbox, Gigglefest, Spectravagasm, Soul of Wit) is for you! Learn to “make 'em laugh” with a real life sketch comedy creation process, taught by a working professional - culminating in a live performance!
Whether you are a seasoned performer/ writer, or someone just starting out - you will hone your performing, comedic timing and writing skills, sharpen your funny bone, and have a big ol' blast in the process! This course seeks to help you write and perform comedy LIVE, as well as gain more personal confidence and creativity!
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
9:00 - 11:30 AM ----- Ages 7-11----- Tuition: $275
Dance it all this summer! This summer dance session is perfect for the dancer who wants to try a little of everything. We will spend an hour each week on ballet, tap, jazz and lyrical. Students will be introduced to beginning techniques and gain a basic understanding of each style. We will build on choreography each class and end the session with a short, informal showcase to share what we have learned with parents. Dress code: tights and a leotard of any color. Ballet slippers required. Tap and jazz shoes are not required, but welcome.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
(Genealogy Workshop) One Saturday Only - Saturday, July 19 / 10 AM - 12 PM
Instructor: Laurence Overmire -----$70
Ages 16-Adult
Everyone has an amazing family history - but most have no clue how truly remarkable it is, because they have never investigated the generations going far, far back in time. Led by a genealogist and author of 4 family histories, as well as the book Digging for Ancestral Gold, The Fun and Easy Way to Get Started on Your Genealogy Quest. This workshop inspires you to embark on a quest for your ancestral heritage and guides you through the steps to get you started. For those with Beginning to Intermediate experience. Bring your family histories and your questions.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
Six weeks of one-week sessions for this popular program! Children will step into the world of creating, designing and making their own show from pure imagination. Through games, play, art, music and dance, students will create an exciting show. Remember to bring a snack and get ready to have a wonderful time. Performance on the last day of camp. Materials cost included in the fee.
Camp 1: June 23 - 27 The Magical Island
Camp 2: July 7 - 11 Treasure Island
Camp 3: July 14 - 18 Under The Sea
Camp 4: July 21 - 25 Camping Adventures!
Camp 5: July 28 - Aug 1 Sail Away Under The Stars!
Camp 6: August 4 - 8 The Great Adventure!
Camp 7: August 11 - 15 Mermaids Cove
Each day, campers will meet outside on the front deck to check-in. Once everyone arrives the class will go down to the studio together as a group, limiting hallway crowding. At the end of the day, this will be the same protocol. Remember to bring a snack and get ready to have a wonderful time.
All classes are at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given up until 3 weeks before a class begins minus a $10.00 administrative fee. From 3 weeks to the first day a 75% refund will be given. No refunds given after the 1st day.
