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| THEATRIX: Scene Study: Musical Theatre (ages 18+) - Winter 2026 | Sundays, 1/4/26 - 2/22/263 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | 6 | | For ages 18+ THEATRIX - Scene Study: Musical Theatre - Winter 2026
Scene study and character development are crucial skills for musical theatre performers. We’ll explore how to analyze scripts, understand styles, create believable characters, and seamlessly integrate music and dialogue. Learn to uncover character objectives, overcome obstacles, and interpret subtext. Scripts and music are provided. Early registration is required, and class size is limited to six students.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Sundays • 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. • January 4 through February 22
INSTRUCTOR: Greg Thompson
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Go Into Your Dance (ages 9-17) - Winter 2026 | Mondays, 1/5/26 - 2/23/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 -17 Go Into Your Dance - Winter 2026
"5-6-7-8!" This theatrical dance class will develop your technical skills, stage presence, and the ability to convey narratives through dance. It offers an intro to ballet and jazz technique, basic theatrical dance movements, improvisation skills, and acting, all to give you a leg up for future performances. You’ll learn everything from a plie and battement to high kick and prop handling while performing. Bring your jazz shoes, sneakers, and water bottle. Get ready to go into your dance!
CLASS MEETING TIME: Mondays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 5 through February 23
No class on 1/19/26 or 2/16/26.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsea Dellinger
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable.
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| Play Space: Act Now (ages 6-8) @ MSR - Winter 2026 | Mondays, 1/5/26 - 2/23/26 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 6 - 8 Play Space: Act Now @ Academy West - WInter 2026
Academy West at Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
Let’s play! Explore the excitement of developing vivid characters through storytelling as we act out creative tales. We’ll have a wonderful time learning together how to free our imaginations and light the theatrical spark in our minds.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Mondays • 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. • January 5 through February 23
No classes on 1/19/26 or 2/16/26. Classes on Fridays, 1/23/26 & 2/20/26 instead
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Theatre Unplugged (ages 9-12) @ MSR - Winter 2026 | Mondays, 1/5/26 - 2/23/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 - 12 Theatre Unplugged @ Academy West - Winter 2026
Academy West at Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
Live and unplugged! Stage-dive into musical theatre through acting, singing, and dancing. Students will use their wildest imaginations and collaborate to create, write, and perform their own small-group theatrical piece. This class is individually tailored to the interests, skills, and talents of the ensemble – because we’re all with the band.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Mondays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 5 through February 23
No classes on 1/19/26 or 2/16/26. Classes on Fridays, 1/23/26 & 2/20/26 instead.
INSTRUCTOR: Dani Moreno-Fuentes
LOCATION: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable.
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| Act Up: Homeschool (ages 13-17) - Winter 2026 | Tuesdays, 1/6/26 - 2/24/26 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m | 15 | | For ages 13-17 Act Up: Homeschool - Winter 2026
Feel free to “act up” in this exploration of acting skills, techniques, and theatre terminology! This class is designed for our teen home-study learners to experiment with all the tools and techniques of an actor. Students will build confidence through dramatic play with pantomime, improvisation, character development, monologues, and scene work. This is an excellent opportunity for students to develop their communication and cooperation skills within a creative community.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Tuesdays • 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. • January 6 through February 24
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Theatre Unplugged (ages 9-12) - Winter 2026 | Tuesdays, 1/6/26 - 2/24/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 - 12 Theatre Unplugged - Winter 2026
Live and unplugged! Stage-dive into musical theatre through acting, singing, and dancing. Students will use their wildest imaginations and collaborate to create, write, and perform their own small-group theatrical piece. This class is individually tailored to the interests, skills, and talents of the ensemble – because we’re all with the band.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Tuesdays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 6 through February 24
INSTRUCTOR: Dani Moreno-Fuentes
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable.
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| Act Up: Afterschool (ages 9-12) - Winter 2026 | Wednesdays, 1/7/26 - 2/25/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 - 12 Act Up: Afterschool - Winter 2026
Feel free to “act up” in this exploration of acting skills, techniques, and theatre terminology! Students will build confidence through dramatic play with pantomime, improvisation, character development, monologues, and scene work.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Wednesdays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 7 through February 25
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Act Up: Homeschool (ages 9-12) - Winter 2026 | Wednesdays, 1/7/26 - 2/25/26 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 - 12 Act Up: Homeschool - WInter 2026
Feel free to “act up” in this exploration of acting skills, techniques, and theatre terminology! This lab is designed for our home-study learners to experiment with all the tools and techniques of an actor. Students will build confidence through dramatic play with pantomime, improvisation, character development, monologues, and scene work. This is an excellent opportunity for students to develop their communication and cooperation skills within a creative community.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Wednesdays • 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. • January 7 through February 25
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Act Up: Afterschool (ages 13-17) - Winter 2026 | Thursdays, 1/8/26 - 2/26/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 13-17 Act Up: Afterschool - Winter 2026
Feel free to “act up” in this exploration of acting skills, techniques, and theatre terminology! Students will build confidence through dramatic play with pantomime, improvisation, character development, monologues, and scene work.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Thursdays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 8 through October 16
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Play Space: Creative Movement (ages 6-8) - Winter 2026 | Thursdays, 1/8/26 - 2/26/26 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 6 - 8 Play Space: Creative Movement - Winter 2026
Let’s play! Get creative as we move around, understanding how our bodies work and becoming aware of our performance spaces. This introduction to theatrical movement is a fun way to explore physicality, develop motor and sensory skills, and use all our senses.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Thursdays • 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. • January 8 through February 26
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |
| The Studio: The Shakesperience (ages 13-17) @ MSR - Winter 2026 | Thursdays, 1/8/26 - 2/26/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 13 - 17 The Studio: The Shakesperience @ Academy West - Winter 2026
Step into the world of the Bard! In this lively, hands-on class, students will explore Shakespeare’s language, characters, and stories, delivering passionate and understandable performances. Through movement, scene work, and a closer look at iambic pentameter, students will gain confidence in performing and interpreting Shakespeare’s work. Whether you’re new to the stage or a seasoned player, all are welcome!
CLASS MEETING TIME: Thursdays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • January 8 - February 26
INSTRUCTOR: Kiara Feliciano
LOCATION: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
SHARECASE: Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m. @ Ocala Civic Theatre
TUITION: $175
Tuition is non refundable. |
| THEATRIX: Pivot! Improv - Intro (ages 18+) - Winter 2026 | Fridays, 1/16/26 - 3/20/26 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 18+ THEATRIX: Pivot! Improv - Intro - Winter 2026
“Yes, and…” New to improv? This class is perfect for beginners. Put the fun in the fundamentals of improvisation as you learn in a supportive, collaborative environment. Through warm-ups, engaging exercises, and short-form games, you'll discover the core principles of improv. We’ll focus on a specific skill each week, including character work, scene creation, physicality, active listening, and establishing a strong base reality. Boost your creativity and confidence, whether onstage or in everyday life!
CLASS MEETING TIME: Fridays • 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. • January 16 through March 20
No class on 2/20/26 or 3/13/26
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Beshears
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
SHOWCASE: Friday, March 27. Time and location TBD
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable.
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| WORKSHOP: Acting for the Camera (ages 16+) - Winter 2026 | Saturday 1/17/26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 16+ WORKSHOP: Acting for the Camera - Winter 2026
Learn to think of acting with the camera rather than for the camera, as the camera might be the most intimate scene partner an actor ever has! The relationship between the actor and the camera is critical. We’ll hone on-camera acting skills, focusing on works best for each actor. Students will work from a cold-read base and discuss text, space, and lighting. Material will be provided.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Saturday • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. • January 17
INSTRUCTOR: Greg Thompson
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
TUITION: $75
Tuition is non refundable. |
| Wiley and the Hairy Man (ages 11-17) - Winter 2026 | | 15 | | For ages 11 - 17 Wiley and the Hairy Man: by Susan Zeder - Winter 2026
THIS IS JUST FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER FOR THIS HERE.
ONE MONTH BEFORE AUDITION WE WILL POST A LINK WITH INFORMATION FOR PRE-AUDITION AND AUDITION.
Deep within the Tombigbee swamp lives a fatherless boy named Wiley, his conjure-woman mother, his faithful dog – and the villainous Hairy Man, who lurks in the dark shadows to haunt the boy’s days and dreams. In a thrilling duel of wits, Wiley must confront his worst fears and reach deep into his own bag of tricks. There’s mystery in the mud, rhythm and rhyme in the air, and magic everywhere in this spine-tingling Southern folktale.
As The Academy’s gift to the community, in collaboration with the City of Ocala/Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place and the Marion County Literacy Council, we offer this as a non-tuition-based performance opportunity.
All events will occur at The Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place.
DIRECTOR: Dani Moreno-Fuentes
PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOP: Saturday, February 14 at 10 a.m.
AUDITION: Saturday, February 21 at 10 a.m.
CALLBACKS: Sunday, February 22 at 12:30 p.m.
REHEARSAL: Sundays 1:30pm - 4:30pm;
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
March 1 – April 3 (no rehearsal March 15-21)
No rehearsal 4/2/26. Rehearsal is on 4/3/26 instead.
TECH: Saturday, April 4 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm & April 6 - 9 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
PERFORMANCES: Friday, April 10 at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. • Saturday, April 11 at 7 p.m. • Sunday, April 12 at 2 p.m.
LOCATION: Workshop, auditions, callbacks, Rehearsals, tech and performances will be at Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place • 1821 NW 21st Avenue
TUITION: NO TUITION! ACTORS ARE SELECTED FROM AUDITIONS. |
| Tech Lab (ages 9-17) - Winter 2026 | Wednesdays, 3/11/26, 3/25/26, 4/1/26 & 4/15/26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 15 | | For ages 9 - 17 Tech Lab - Winter 2026
What makes the magic happen on stage? Take a peek behind the scenes for a hands-on exploration of the technical arts! Come learn the fascinating tech tricks of theatre from OCT’s brilliant wizards of costuming, stage makeup, scenic art, and sound design.
CLASS MEETING TIME: Wednesdays • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. • Mar. 11, Mar. 25, April 1 & April 15
INSTRUCTOR: Tara Oathout and OCT Staff
LOCATION: Ocala Civic Theatre • 4337 E. Silver Springs Blvd
TUITION: $125
Tuition is non refundable. |