Theatre Arts School of San Diego

06/07/2025

Looking for an AWESOME ACTING SUMMER PROGRAM for your kiddo? Courtney Corey, whose acting credits include "Elphaba" in the hit musical WICKED will be teaching this FUN week long class in JUNE!

PROGRAM: ACTING INTENSIVE FOR KIDS!
TYPE: ACTING + AUDITION PREP
INSTRUCTOR: Courtney Corey
AGES: 8-12
CLASS DATES: June 16-20 (Monday through Friday) from 9am-noon
STUDIO SHOWCASE: June 20 from 12:30-1:30
COST: $350 (includes supplies and materials)

***After care is available at an additional charge until 3 pm Mon-Thurs. Please email [email protected] for more info!

In this energy-packed summer program, students will explore the world of acting through improv and scenework. Each student will also develop a 45-60 second audition monologue during the week, so they can be ready for any audition that comes their way. Students will gain confidence in acting, storytelling, and public speaking by learning how to access healthy vocal techniques and utilize their bodies to physicalize dramatic action.

The small group setting in our summer programs allow students a comfortable and inviting space to explore the world of theatre. After our five program learning sessions, students will have the opportunity to share their creative and performance work with their families in our studio showcase.

REGISTER TODAY at: https://www.theatreartssd.org/summer-programs

01/14/2025

Join Courtney Corey at Theatre Arts School of San Diego in February for this unique deep dive into the world of the hit sensation, Wicked. As an original cast member of both the Chicago and Los Angeles productions of Wicked, Courtney has had the unique experience to work directly with the creative team of this Broadway favorite. She was one of the first ten people to play the role of the green girl, “Elphaba” as an understudy and also played roles in the ensembles of both companies. Most recently, Courtney presented her research “Being an Emotion Scientist / Case Study: Wicked” at the Musical Theatre Educators Alliance in New York City at the Open Jar Studios, where Wicked composer Stephen Schwartz was a keynote speaker.

The Wickedly Wonderful Schedule:

12:00 Introduction to the World of Wicked
12:15-1:15 Explore vocals and staging for fan favorite: “What Is This Feeling? (Loathing)”
1:15-1:45 Scene Study
1:45-2:00 Green Tea and cookies
2:00-2:45 “Embodying Character” - Elphaba, Glinda, Nessarose, Boq, Fiyero, Madame Morrible, Wizard, Chistery
2:45-3:30 “Pink Goes Good With Green” - Stage Makeup techniques
3:30-4:00 Sharing with Friends and Family

TEENS ages 13-18
February 16 from 12-4

REGISTER TODAY! SPACE IS LIMITED!
https://www.theatreartssd.org/classes-workshops

10/22/2023

Creating art through Liberty School this week! From zip-zap-zop to creating devised theatre about Cesar Chavez, Luís Valdez and Teatro Campesino - we are in full gear! Arts District Liberty Station

03/20/2023

TAS+SD Director and Founder, Courtney Corey, featured in the Peninsula Beacon in celebration of Women's History Month.

March is Women’s History Month and the many passionate female artists and entrepreneurs in Liberty Station’s Arts District will join in honoring the many great accomplishments of women. Arts District Liberty Station is showcasing the work of women who account for more than half of the artists ex...

03/16/2023

SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

At TAS+SD, you will find a unique theatre arts experience. Think of it as “boutique” theatre training, rather than “big box.” SMALL group settings allow students to THRIVE as they explore the BIG world of theatre arts.

Taught by Courtney Corey, nominated for the 2020 Excellence in Theatre Education TONY AWARD, with acting credits such as “Elphaba” in WICKED and “Maureen” in RENT, you can be assured your child will receive top notch training that is fun and innovative.

The mission of Theatre Arts School of San Diego is to teach the cornerstones of theatrical technique and training in a non-competitive environment in which the individual creative potential of each student is encouraged and equally balanced with his/her/their collaboration with the group. We provide a solid foundation in the theatre arts where the focus is not only on the final product, but the process of artistic learning.

Theatre Arts School of San Diego does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, learning style, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. TAS+SD is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, their families, teaching artists, and audiences.

REGISTER TODAY BEFORE SPOTS FILL UP!
http://www.theatreartssd.org/summer-programs

02/23/2023

Join us in March for our VOCAL TECHNIQUE BOOT CAMP! Taught by TAS+SD Director, Courtney Corey - 2020 Nominee for the Excellence in Theatre Education TONY AWARD, with credits such as "Elphaba" in WICKED, and "Maureen" on the 1st and 2nd Broadway Tours of RENT.

Are you looking to expand your vocal range?
Do you want more power in your voice?
Are you trying to figure out the difference between a mix, a belt, and a mix-belt - and “what the heck does it mean to point a belt?”
Do you want to increase the overall health of your vocal instrument?

SESSION 1:
SUNDAY, MARCH 12
11 am - 1:30 pm
AGES: Adult

SESSION 2:
SUNDAY, MARCH 19
11 am - 1:30 pm
AGES: 12-18

This class is geared towards musical theatre performers, voice over artists, and actors. In this energy packed 2.5 hour workshop, students will gain a better understanding of their voices and will improve singing technique in order to enrich their crafts as musical theatre performers.

We will start with a 30 minute full body workout, engaging core muscles and sharpening mind-muscle connection (MMC). This will be followed by an in-depth lesson on spinal alignment awareness and anxiety-reducing techniques.

After a short break, students will be introduced to SOVT (semi occluded vocal tract) exercises, including Straw Phonation. At this point in the workshop, students will feel their voices open and relax. Then, we will move into more challenging exercises that focus on expanding range and improving resonance in all registers of the voice.

Students will learn how to find more nuance in their sound, as they learn the differences between these four techniques:

* Full mid-belt
* Pointed high-belt
* Mix-belt
* Mix

After a cool down, we will close the workshop with a discussion on vocal health.

REGISTER TODAY! This class will fill quickly!

https://www.theatreartssd.org/classes-workshops

01/16/2023

Innovative acting training for today's actors!

New dates for the "Emotional Intelligence for Actors" Workshop have been added in late January and early February!

Step into the new year with a stronger foundation for your acting practice!

FIND OUT MORE AT: https://www.theatreartssd.org/classes-workshops

10/24/2022

Come see ALICIA IN WONDER TIERRA (or, I Can’t Eat Goat Head) by Silvia Gonzalez S. November 4-6 at The Park @ NTC in Liberty Station. FREE General Seating and Special Reserved Seating are available. For info: www.TheatreArtsSD.org

10/24/2022

Rehearsals for ALICIA IN WONDER TIERRA are in full swing. Such a magical, fanciful story with fun and vibrant characters!

Learn more here:
www.theatreartssd.org