Advanced Musical Theater Builders
Thu, May 14 · 3:15 PM
Manhattan School for Children
What do you get when you harness the funny in your kids to create an SNL-style performance?-- you get Musical Theater Builders! What do you get when you harness the 'funny' in your kid to create an SNL-style performance? You get Musical Theater Builders ! Through a variety of improvisational games and exercises, students and instructors work together to develop characters and create comic sketches. Next, an original script is crafted based on the characters and ideas the students devise through improvisation. Musical numbers are added by setting new, comedic lyrics to famous tunes—from J.S. Bach to Beyoncé (and just about everything in between). On the final day of class, the group performs their original musical sketch comedy revue for friends and family! This is one of Creative Stage's most popular classes and has been taught at schools throughout Manhattan since 2013. In fact, it’s become so popular that a spin-off theater troupe— Creative Stage Collective —was formed based on the Creative Stage Teaching Method! If you’d like to learn more about the Creative Stage Collective performing troupe, come to a show or get involved. Visit our website at: creativestagecollective.com or follow us on Instagram: @creativestagecollective QUICK FACTS Time: 3:15 PM–5:00 PM (Free after-school pickup at 2:40 PM for PS 333 students; flexible parent pickup from 5:00–5:30 PM) Location: Classes held in the Manhattan School for Children building at 154 W 93rd St. No need to be a confident singer —kids of all comfort levels are welcome! Previous performing experience is helpful but not necessary. Interested in financial aid? Contact us at: info@creativestage.org

