Theatre--Classes

Company class auditions for Acting Up (in Acadiana)take place on Aug. 25th or by appointment (feel free to contact Amy Waguespack for details). Classes are available for students ages 7-adult. All students, regardless of future work, can build confidence in public speaking, practice collaborative and group working skills, nurture the imagination and creativity, and just have fun!

All classes meet at the Acadiana Center for the Arts. Classes begin the week of September 8th and run through the first week of June (holidays are taken according to Lafayette Parish School Calendar). Students perform a public showcase in mid-January and host a classroom invitational in May. Waguespack and former students have worked in theatre, film, television, and commercials in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, New Orleans, and more.


Elementary School Class (Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 PM)
This class develops the young actors focus and concentration skills as well as collaboration and ensemble building. Improvisation is used as a tool to discover character.

Jr. High and Beginner High School Classes (Mondays 4:30-6 PM)
This class begins more complex character development through the theories and practices of Stanislavski and Stanislavski inspired techniques.

Intermediate High School and Beginner Adults (Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM)
This class explores multiple acting theories and practices, helping the growing actor to discover a method or combination of methods that works best for him/her.

Company Class (Mondays 6:15-7:45)
Participation by audition or invitation. The professional company continues training in voice, movement, dance, theory and practice.

If you are unsure which class is best for you or your child, feel free to contact me (Amy Waguespack of Acting Up (in Acadiana)) at (337) 739-4273.