Opportunities for acting work in film, community & professional theatre, and commercial radio/television are increasing in the Shreveport/Bossier area, and so is the need for trained young actors! This is great news for our young talent!

To succeed in auditions and land the roles, actors know that they must continue to develop their skills by consistently training in the craft of acting (and auditioning) with experienced teachers.

On January 5th, young actors will have the opportunity to work with professional actress/director and instructor MARY THOMA (MR. BROOKS, LAST LULLABY, NOT LIKE EVERYONE ELSE.) She will offer a workshop in ACTING FUNDAMENTALS at the East Bank Theatre for two separate age groups:

9 am - 12:00 ACTING FUNDAMENTALS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (8 - 12 year olds)

1:00 - 4:00pm ACTING FUNDAMENTALS FOR TEENS (13 - 17 year olds)

Workshop Fee: $60 per child (discounts are available for siblings)

CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY BY CALLING EAST BANK THEATER AT (318) 741-8310 AND EMAILING MARY THOMA @ mmatters3@bellsouth.net . THESE WORKSHOPS FILL FAST!!

JAN 5: ACTING FUNDAMENTALS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE/TEENS WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

Young actors are introduced to key building blocks of physical expression, voice, interpretation, sensory and emotional recall, improvisation and characterization. These skills build confidence and "acting chops" flexibility whether they are incorporated into work in the theater, film, radio, or television.

Mary Thoma has a wealth of experience and training and can assist your child in discovering ways to adapt to any acting challenge! She has a special affinity with young people and a reputation for her positive and nurturing approach to bringing out the best in each student!

Professional actress, director and acting instructor MARY ALFRED THOMA has worked in Film (MR. BROOKS, THE LAST LULLABY); Theatre (BEST