At Wizz Theatre Academy we always have fun at the beginning and end of classes with warm ups, games and group activties. With small class numbers, every child gets the individual time they need to grow. All classes are an hour in length.

Musical Theatre

Students will be learning:

• Singing Techniques (breath control, improving vocal range, rhythm, pitch control and warm ups)

• The Craft of Acting (how to research and prepare a character, acting techniques, physicality and voice work)

• Moment, Dance and Mime Skills (working with the teacher to develop storylines, movement and choreography, learning how to warm up correctly and developing flexibility and strength)

Musical theatre classes are $20 per class for primary aged students, $25 per class for secondary aged, and $30 per class for advanced students (Grade 7 and 8 – Ages 16 -18). You will receive an invoice at the beginning of each term. We are flexible with payment options, so let us know if you have any special requests.

Drama – note no drama running currently

Students will be investigating drama through poetry, mime, improvisation, characterisation, plays, monologues, duologues, storytelling, sight reading and more. They will learn acting techniques and how to research and prepare a character. We creatively explore vocal exercises and warm ups which can help with tone, volume control, resonance, inflection, pacing, pausing, breath control and articulation.

*Please note that we currently do not have any ‘just drama’ classes running. I would love to start some up so please send me a message if interested. Drama classes are $20 per class for primary aged students, $25 per class for secondary aged, and $30 per class for advanced students (Grade 7 and 8 – Ages 16 -18). You will receive an invoice at the beginning of each term. We are flexible with payment options, so let us know if you have any special requests.

Our Schedule

Term one: Introductions

In term one we get to know each other playing lots of fun games and activities. Students will pick individual pieces to work on and start to develop their skills. If sitting an exam, students will choose their examination pieces.

Term Two: Development and Detailing

Students will continue to work on their pieces, refining and detailing them for examinations. We will develop our skills further and practice performing to our peers more frequently.

Term Three: Examinations

In term three students can sit a Trinity College International examination if they wish. There is no pressure, and students who choose not to do an exam will continue to work on individual or pair pieces.

Term Four: Performance time

Students will prepare for the end of year show, which always involves a group number. We have lots of fun exploring improvisational games and activities in class.

Wizz Classes are held in Brooklyn on a Tuesday and Thursday, and Saint Marks Church School on a Friday (Note - at red alert level Fridays have been moved to a venue in Te Aro). Please visit our enrolment page to register your interest and Imogen will get back to you as soon as possible.

Even if you can't make the days or times on offer, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We are always growing and eager to start up new classes.