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CastleCo Acting Academy features weekly, year-round classes where participants will be instructed in a vast range of acting (and acting related) disciplines, that are tailored to participants' ages and experience levels. Students will be added on a first-come, first-served basis and fees will be automatically drawn at the start of each month. Acting Academy classes will have limited spots available; 14 students per class (grades K-6), 10 students per class (grades 7-12). Students will hold their spot for as long as they desire to continue in the class.
All Acting Academy courses will be led by CCT's Stage Director Rachel Eubanks. Participants in grades 3-12 may also have the opportunity to work with guest instructors throughout the year. Guest instruction will be tailored to age/experience level and may include instruction in areas such as; voice, dance/movement, dialect, stage combat, puppetry, stage intimacy, and more.
Classes will be held at CastleCorner (431 3rd St. Farmington, 55025)
class options listed below
Grades K-2 (& Grades 3-4 Beginning Actors)
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Tuesdays - 4:10-5:00pm
(must be entering the grade in Sept. 2025)​
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Instructor: Rachel Eubanks
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On-going, year-round sessions, each lasting 50mins.
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Three classes/month (no class in Dec.) Note: when a single month cannot accommodate three classes, an additional class will be offered the following month.
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Rotating theatre class topics that include;
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Building confidence through theatre games
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Exploring multiple aspects of character building
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Growing collaboration skills while practicing scene work with others
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Cancel any time
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Rejoin any time there is an opening
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$90/month (automatically drawn recurring payment)​
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Grades 3-6
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Option 1: Tuesdays - 5:10-6:00pm
Option 2: Thursdays - 5:10-6:00pm
(must be entering the grade in Sept. 2025)
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Instructor: Rachel Eubanks
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On-going, year-round sessions, each lasting 50mins.
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Three classes/month (no class in Dec.) Note: when a single month cannot accommodate three classes, an additional class will be offered the following month.
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Rotating theatre class topics that include;
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Advanced presentation of lines and reactions
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Learning to mark dialogue and scripts to enhance practicing ability (at home and at rehearsals) as well as increasing ability to create more complex/round characters
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Exploring techniques for acting as an individual and with a scene partner​
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Cancel any time
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Rejoin any time there is an opening
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$90/month (automatically drawn recurring payment)​
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Grades 7-12
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Thursdays - 3:40-5:00pm
(must be entering the grade in Sept. 2025)
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Instructor: Rachel Eubanks
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On-going, year-round sessions, each lasting 1hr 20mins.
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Three classes/month (one class in Dec.) Note: when a single month cannot accommodate three classes, an additional class will be offered the following month.
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Rotating theatre class topics that include;
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Learning to mark dialogue and scripts to enhance ability to rehearse, and to dive deeper into character creation that captivates audiences and evokes emotion
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Exploring advanced silent acting elements through reactions and movements that help actors "become" their character, increasing believability from the audience
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Building the ability to time stage movements to music, underscoring, and scene cadence
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Cancel any time
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Rejoin any time there is an opening
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$110/month (automatically drawn recurring payment)​
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Adults (ages 19+)​
Twice Monthly (alternating Sat. & Sun.) - see calendar
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Instructor: Rachel Eubanks
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On-going, year-round sessions, each lasting 1hr 30mins.
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Three classes/month (no class in Dec. and July) Note: when a single month cannot accommodate three classes, an additional class will be offered the following month.
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Rotating topics that include;
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Acting: Practice acting skills with the goal of improving (regardless of experience level), with focuses on; character building, mastering line delivery, performing monologues, responding to scene partners, and de-centering yourself from what might hold you back on stage.
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Intro to Improvisation: Learn the basics and build upon existing knowledge for thinking quickly on stage, supporting your scene partners, trusting your instincts, and navigating mistakes - during improv situations.
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Public Speaking: Spend time in the character of yourself, while learning to speak with confidence and charisma in a group setting.
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Cancel any time
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Rejoin any time there is an opening
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Must be 19 years of age (or 18 years - having completed high school)
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$50/month (automatically drawn recurring payment)​
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No charge for the months of Dec. and July
select your age level below and follow the prompts to register!
Acting Academy (grades K-4 - Tues.)
90$Every monthÂ- Tuesdays, 4:10-5:00pm
- 3 acting classes/month
- 50min. class duration
Acting Academy (grades 3-6 - Tues.)
90$Every monthÂ- Tuesdays, 5:10-6:00pm
- 3 acting classes/month
- 50min. class duration
Acting Academy (grades 3-6 Thurs.)
90$Every monthÂ- Thursdays, 5:10-6:00pm
- 3 acting classes/month
- 50min. class duration
Acting Academy (grades 7-12 - Thurs.)
110$Every monthÂ- Thursdays, 3:40-5:00pm
- 3 acting classes/month
- 1hr. 20min. class duration
Acting Academy (ages 19+)
50$Every monthÂ- Alternating; Sat. (9:00-10:30am) & Sun. 4:00-5:30
- 2 classes/month
- 90min. class duration
*Auto Renewal Notice: Payments for all classes will auto renew every month. You may cancel your spot at any time by emailing info@castleco.org . Cancelled spots will be opened up for new participants and may not be available to register for at a later date.