Gods, Monsters, and Mortals!

Mythologica

Young PLAYers Series

WHO: 1st – 4th Grades

WHERE:  Virtually Offered

WHEN:  9:30 – 11:30 AM

DATES: August 3 – August 7 (week-long program)

COST: $220

Program Description

SINGLE WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM

We’ll dive into the world of mortals, immortals, monsters and magical creatures from Ancient Greece for inspiration – and spend this week exploring these fascinating tales. We’ll embody minotaurs, centaurs, gods and heroes as we create our own versions of these captivating stories.

SHARED PERFORMANCE

  • In lieu of BAL’s traditional shared performance, students will be included in a video reel showcasing highlights and vignettes from the week’s online collaborations.
  • A direct link to the video(s) will be provided to share with friends and family.
  • Please allow reasonable time after the session ends for video post-production.
Important Program Details

Materials

  • We will provide a very short materials needed list for families the week prior to the program.
  • Most things will be household items or basic art supplies.
  • We will keep it simple.

Online Classes Via Zoom

  • All virtual classes are conducted via Zoom. Download Zoom here: https://zoom.us/
  • A Zoom invite will be sent to you one hour before the class begins.
  • Each week a new link/reminder will be sent to you.
  • Please sign on at the scheduled time of the class.
  • Email us at admin@brooklynactinglab.org if you are having any issues joining.

How to prepare for the Zoom Theater

  • Clear some free space for your child to move. Be sure that there aren’t any pieces of furniture, plants, or visiting pets to bump into or trip over.
  • Place the device on a stable surface with the video turned on.
  • Get ready to have fun!
  • We understand everyone’s arrangement is different… we’ll make it work!
Sample Schedule
  • 9:30 AM: Warm-ups and theater games
  • 10:00 AM: Daily prompt: Teaching artist will present a prompt/task related to the theme
  • 10:15 AM: Playwriting (creating and building a script through guided small group improvisation and scene work)
  • 10:50 AM: Snack/water break
  • 11-11:30 AM: Move, sing, play, build: Each day this final 1/2 hour will be spent towards developing material connected to the theme –  by learning music, building choreography and movement, or working on an arts project (puppet-making, costume or prop creation, make-up tutorial, etc.)