Performing Arts

The Performing Arts are a form of creative expression which include drama, music and dance.  

From 2 year-olds right through to adults, our mission is to not just share our passion for the Performing Arts, but to help students develop their talent, build self confidence and most of all - have fun!

As well as providing a safe and welcoming place for children and young people to express their creativity (and release a little energy!), researchers agree that participating in Performing Arts activities can also be highly beneficial academically and socially.  Kids involved in the Arts have shown improvements in subjects such as maths, reading, and comprehension, and built their critical thinking, cognitive ability and verbal skills. 

Regular involvement has also been proven to improve motivation, concentration and teamwork, while building communication skills and increasing social awareness. Through exposure to the Arts students learn to rely on and explore their own initiative and creativity, develop problem solving skills, and most importantly – grow their self-belief and confidence. (read more here)

Sound to good to be true?  Come along and try out one of our classes! 

 

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    Drama

    Looking for a fun, creative, after-school activity to keep your kids entertained and out of trouble?

     Our Drama classes cater to students of all confidence and experience levels, so whether you are just looking for a fun after-school activity, or to develop their skill as an actor, Stage Door’s Drama Classes  can help as they are perfect for students of all ages, stages and experience levels.

    Stage Door's Drama Class Students gain an understanding of theatre craft, storytelling, working as an ensemble, vocal projection, creating and portraying characters, memorising lines and so much more. 

    Drama classes run after school on Mondays and Wednesdays during the school terms.  Classes are available for Primary, Intermediate & High School aged students. 

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    Singing

    Do you or your child love to sing around the house?  Think you might be the next Demi Lovato or Ed Sheeran? Come along to our Group Singing Classes!  

    Stage Door’s Group Singing Classes focus on: Developing the Voice; Expanding Musical Knowledge; Singing in a Group; Building Confidence; and Having Fun!  Students will be given opportunities to sing as a group and, in our older classes, solo - both in the class setting, and at organised performances.  At a fraction of the cost of one-on-one singing lessons, Stage Door Singing Classes are a cost effective way for singers to explore their passion for singing, to develop their vocal talent, and to learn the basics of great signing technique in a fun, supportive environment with their peers. 

    Singing classes run for  30-45 minutes depending on the age group.  Classes are available for Primary, Intermediate & High School aged students. 

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    Musical Theatre

    Musical Theatre is a form of theatrical performance that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting and dance. At our musical theatre classes students can expect a little bit of singing, a little bit of dancing and a little bit of acting, and a LOT of fun!

    Students can expect to:  learn theatre craft; make friends; build confidence; play drama games; and get creative - all while rehearsing song and dance routines from the charts, movies and musicals, ready to perform at our mid-year and end of year Musical Theatre Showcase Performances.

    Musical Theatre classes run for 30-60 minutes depending on the age group. Classes are available for Primary, Intermediate & High School aged students. 

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    Pre-School

    At Stage Door we believe that Performing arts education is for everyone - including our youngest students!
    Our Twinklers Preschool classes are currently on hold while our teachers are off on maternity leave. 
     

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    Adults

    At Stage Door we firmly believe in the benefits of performing arts education and experiences for EVERYONE - including our adult students! We have exciting offerings for our more 'mature' students including dance classes, theatre sports, musical theatre, singing classes and our monthly community choir Voices.

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    Productions

    Stage Door’s annual youth production provides Eastern Bay of Plenty rangatahi with a positive experience of the performing arts, as well as the opportunity to lead and develop in both on and off stage roles. Each year, around 75 young people from across the rohe take part in our youth production in roles both on and off stage - from acting to set design, lighting to marketing, and everything in between!

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    Want to know more about the benefits of Performing Arts classes?  Read on... 

     

     

    IMPROVE

    ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

    Education policies the world over recognise the value of the Performing Arts in a young person's education.  Music and drama classes cater to all different styles of learning and promote academic growth in many areas.  As well as other important academic gains, they have been proven to significantly improve reading comprehension, the ability to concentrate, and both verbal and non-verbal communication skills. 


     

    DEVELOP

    SELF ESTEEM & CONFIDENCE

    Achievements in the Performing Arts help young people recognize their potential for success, and help to build self-belief and self-confidence.  Being able to confidently and competently perform in front of an audience is an extraordinarily valuable skill.  Experiencing and developing this ability as a child is a wonderful asset, and one that will stand young people in good stead as it is applicable to many areas of adult life, both on a personal and professional level (regardless of the career path they find themselves on). 

     

    ENHANCE 

    LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION

    Being able to communicate effectively with others is an essential life skill.  Performing Arts classes aid in the development of language and communication skills.  These attributes offer a significant advantage for young people, helping them to connect and engage better both professionally and personally - ultimately standing the in good stead for a fuller, richer, adulthood. 

     

    EXPOSURE  TO 

    ART & CULTURE

    The impact of regular exposure to arts-focused education is life-long, adding appreciation, depth, and meaning to life - both professionally and personally.

    ENCOURAGE

    CREATIVITY & SELF EXPRESSION

    Children have an innate desire to be creative.  They are constantly curious, active, physical and expressive.  Nurturing and encouraging their individual creativity is profoundly important and has amazing benefits.  Drama games and imaginative play challenges and stimulates the brain, encouraging children to be innovative, creative and individual. 

     

    DEVELOP & ENHANCE

    SOCIAL SKILLS

    As well as being a fun, safe, social activity for young people, Stage Door Performing Arts classes promote social interaction and co-operation as students work together in a team environment.  Classes significantly aid social and emotional development. 

     

    IMPROVE MUSICAL SKILLS

    The benefits here are obvious - improved rhythm, timing, pitch, intonation, and general musicality.  In addition though, active involvement in the Performing Arts (and in learning an instrument, singing tuition and musical theatre classes in particular) also helps to develop the left side of the brain - specifically the are which relates to language and reasoning skills. 

     

    OVERCOME ANXIETY

    The achievements of stimply standing on a stage, of performing something you have rehearsed, and of receiving great feedback on a performance are extremely significant.  They are a profound reassurance of worth and self-belief.  Achievements such as these give children and young people a sense of control and empowerment equivalent to winning scholastic prizes or sporting achievements, and will encourage them to dream bigger, aim higher, overcome more obstacles, and achieve greater heights in their next endeavour.

     

    PROMOTE

    SELF-DISCIPLINE & MOTIVATION

    Be it dialogue, lyrics, melodies, dance routines, stage directions, or a combination of these things, memorisation requires thought, accuracy, determination, and practice - often times at home as well as during class time!  The more these skills are practiced the better.

     

    ENHANCE MEMORIZATION SKILLS

    The benefits of enhancing the ability to absort, retain, and recall information are vast.  Possession a great memory is an extremely valuable skill set, and one that is present in the vast majority of highly successful professional adults.  Performing Arts education provides young people with a fun way to develop these skills. 

     

    DEVELOP

    PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY

    Individual or group "problems" invariably arise during the the course of a class.  Whether while learning a new song, in choreography, while working to meet a creative challenge, or while performing on stage, these situations provide young people with a fantastic safe place to explore and develop the art of problem solving.  Dealing with unexpected situations and working to find an appropriate solution is an extremely valuable skill which can be nurtured and developed through attendance at Performing Arts classes.