At Black Dog, kids and teens can express themselves and make connections through theater, acting, & improv activities that promote personal expression and social interaction in a welcoming and friendly environment. Our classes are age-based and are appropriate for beginners hoping to improve their confidence and public speaking skills as well as experienced actors looking to practice their craft and grow as performers. 

Our curriculum changes with each session so each class brings new games, scenes, monologues, and experiences. All classes are drop-off classes.

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​ACTING I 

Grades 2-4   |   1 Hour   |   Mondays @ 4pm

 

This class helps students develop a variety of acting and performing skills. Actors learn to behave creatively and naturally onstage while being introduced to scene work, monologues, pantomime, and movement. We work on speech and diction, as well as improv skills and teamwork on stage. We will perform a short demonstration of what we’ve learned on the last day of class.

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$175 for Eight-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 21 – DECEMBER 16 (NO CLASS 11/25) 

 

 

ACTING II 

Grades 5-9   |   1 Hour   |   Mondays @ 5pm

 

This class dives into a variety of acting and performing skills. Actors learn to behave creatively and naturally onstage while doing scene work, monologues, poetry, and commercials/podcasts. We work on speech and diction, as well as improv skills and ensemble work on stage. We will perform a short demonstration of what we’ve learned on the last day of class.​

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$175 for Eight-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 21 – DECEMBER 16 (NO CLASS 11/25) 

 

 

BEGINNING ACTING​
Grades K-1    |    45 Minutes    |   Thursdays @ 4:00pm   

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Children learn a tremendous amount from playing. Drama games are a natural extension of a young child's normal play behavior. The difference, however, is that drama activities also teach children to understand rules, instructions, and appropriate group behavior. Drama games also help to build confidence in those who are shy or reluctant. We invite our youngest friends to come tell stories and share their imaginations with us! On the last day of class our actors will perform for parents. *Please note this is a drop-off class. Parents are welcome to stay the first class to observe.*

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$175 for Seven-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 24 – DECEMBER 19 (NO CLASS 10/31 or 11/26)  

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IMPROV I 

Grades 2-4   |   1 Hour   |   Thursdays @ 5pm   

 

This class is all about building our acting skills when we don't have a script! Students will learn how to use their observation, concentration, creativity, and quick-thinking skills. We will explore the “how” of improv theater, then apply what we’ve learned while playing fast-paced improv games. A fun and funny class! We will perform a short demonstration of what we’ve learned on the last day of class.

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$175 for Seven-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 24 – DECEMBER 19 (NO CLASS 10/31 or 11/26)   

 

 

IMPROV II 

Grades 5-9   |   1 Hour   |   Thursdays @ 6pm   

 

Students will learn the basics of improvising a scene and how to keep it afloat. We will explore the tools of working as a team and building authentic characters that keep scenes fresh and funny. As we play more advanced improv games, students will broaden their creativity and on-the-spot thinking skills. We will perform a short demonstration of what we’ve learned on the last day of class.  

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$175 for Seven-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 24 – DECEMBER 19 (NO CLASS 10/31 or 11/26) 

 

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AUDITION PREP CLASSES

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BAK AUDITION PREP - COMMUNICATION ARTS
Grades 4-7   |   1.25 Hour   |   Wednesdays @ 4pm - 5:15pm 

 

​If your child is interested in auditioning for Bak Middle School of the Arts for the 2025-2026 school year, our in-person prep class taught by Mr. Mark will have them ready to go in January! Mark Fetterly has more than twenty years' experience preparing students across Palm Beach County for their auditions. Students will learn film critique, prepare and memorize a speech, and work on their creative writing skills. Parents will receive all the information they need to navigate the Choice program (including important links and deadlines). We will also host a Q&A session for students featuring recent Bak graduates. The last two sessions will be treated as a mock audition, with students expected to dress in appropriate attire.

 

​$195 for Eight-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 23 – DECEMBER 18 (NO CLASS 11/27) 

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BAK AUDITION PREP – THEATER
Grades 4-7   |   1.25 Hour   |   Wednesdays @ 5:30pm - 6:45pm 

 

​If your child is interested in auditioning as a theater major for Bak Middle School of the Arts for the 2025-2026 school year, our in-person prep class taught by Mr. Mark will have them more than prepared. Mark Fetterly has more than twenty years' experience preparing students across Palm Beach County for their auditions. Students will learn how to prepare an audition scene with a partner, how to handle cold readings and redirects, and explore the option of auditioning with a musical theater song. Parents will receive all the information they need to navigate the Choice program (including important links and deadlines). We will also host a Q&A session for students featuring recent Bak graduates. The last session will be treated as a mock audition, with students expected to dress in appropriate attire.

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​$195 for Eight-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 23 – DECEMBER 18 (NO CLASS 11/27) 

 

 

DREYFOOS AUDITION PREP – THEATER (MUSICAL, ACTING, TECHNICAL) • DIGITAL MEDIA • COMMUNICATION ARTS
Grades 8+   |   1.25 Hour   |   Wednesdays @ 7pm – 8:15pm

 

​Mr. Mark and Ms. Kat will work with your student to help them prepare for their High School of the Arts audition. In this in-person class, each student will work on the individual portfolio pieces and/or audition requirements for the audition process in class as well as independently with guidance and direction from our instructors. Students will also work on interview questions and other audition requirements as appropriate. We will also host a Q&A session for students featuring current DSOA students. The last session will function as a mock audition, with students expected to have any portfolio pieces finalized and presentations prepared.

 

​$195 for Eight-Week Session    |    OCTOBER 23 – DECEMBER 18 (NO CLASS 11/27)