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2025-26

CLASSES

SUMMER 2025

Sundays, 1-4pm & Mondays-Thursdays, 6-9pm

Performances: July 25 & 26, 2025

PERFORMING AT THE TOWER THEATRE

Our second annual musical theater revue will give students the chance to sing, dance and act in a high-energy show to be performed in Bend’s historic Tower Theatre! Students will be featured in large and small group numbers from memorable contemporary and classic musicals. In addition to gaining performance experience, students will get valuable dance and voice training throughout the intensive rehearsal process. If you’re hoping to join a Ponderosa Players MainStage musical, this class is your best first step!

$500/student

TOO DARN HOT! REGISTRATION

Student T-Shirt Size

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Too Darn Hot! Tuition
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TOO DARN HOT!

Enrolling ages 11-18

Rehearsals: July 6-24, 2025

A group of students standing on the front of the stage singing, they are all wearing green Ponderosa Players shirts.
A group of students onstage wearing green Ponderosa Players shirts and talking on vintage telephones.
A student in the foreground with a blue baseball helmet and green bat. 6 students are sitting in the background, yelling.

Highlights from Too Darn Hot! Musical Theater Revue Intensive: July 2024

Enrolling ages 11-14

August 17-27, 2025

Mondays-Wednesdays, 5-7pm

Join this fun and fast-paced intensive where students will bring Charlotte's Web to life in just six exciting sessions! Students will learn and perform an abridged version of E.B. White’s classic story, providing opportunities to deepen their acting skills, character development, and stage presence. Whether you’re a first-time performer or an experienced actor, this class is sure to build your confidence and sharpen your performance abilities!

$300/student

CHARLOTTE'S WEB REGISTRATION

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Charlotte's Web Tuition
CREATE & PERFORM
CHARLOTTE'S WEB
CREATE & PERFORM
AS YOU LIKE IT

Enrolling ages 14-18

August 17-27, 2025

Mondays-Wednesdays, 7-9pm

Step into the magical world of As You Like It, where love, laughter, and mistaken identities abound!  Using the text as our guide, students will put together a condensed version of the play while gaining a deeper appreciation and understanding for Shakespeare's language. A perfect class to strengthen your acting skills and improve your ability to perform classical material with authenticity and humor.

$300/student

AS YOU LIKE IT REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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As You Like It Tuition

FALL 2025

DANCE FOR MUSICAL THEATER

Enrolling ages 11-14 & 14-18

Sundays, 12-1pm & 1:30-2:30pm

September 7-October 26, 2025

In musical theater, dance is one of the many ways a character can express themselves. In this class, dancers will learn combinations set to classic musical theater songs and explore characterization through movement. Perfect for actors who want to strengthen their dance skills, or dancers who want to enhance their performance skills. 

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Dance classes are scheduled on a drop-in basis. Pay through the form below for individual classes or multi-class packages!

$25/student, per class

DANCE REGISTRATION: AGES 11-14

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Dance for Musical Theater (11-14) Tuition
9/07, 12:00-1:00pm$25
9/14, 12:00-1:00pm$25
9/21, 12:00-1:00pm$25
9/28, 12:00-1:00pm$25
10/05, 12:00-1:00pm$25
10/12, 12:00-1:00pm$25
10/19, 12:00-1:00pm$25
10/26, 12:00-1:00pm$25
4 Class Package$90
6 Class Package$140
8 Class Package (ALL CLASSES)$180

DANCE REGISTRATION: AGES 14-18

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Student Age (at time of class)
How did you find out about Ponderosa Players?
Dance for Musical Theater (14-18) Tuition
9/07, 1:30-2:30pm$25
9/14, 1:30-2:30pm$25
9/21, 1:30-2:30pm$25
9/28, 1:30-2:30pm$25
10/05, 1:30-2:30pm$25
10/12, 1:30-2:30pm$25
10/19, 1:30-2:30pm$25
10/26, 1:30-2:30pm$25
4 Class Package$90
6 Class Package$140
8 Class Package (ALL CLASSES)$180
READY, SET... IMPROV!
FALL SESSION

Enrolling ages 11-14

September 6-October 25, 2025

Saturdays, 10-11am

Unleash your creativity in our 8-week improv class! Students will learn how to think on their feet, collaborate, and express themselves boldly in a supportive environment. This class is a great stepping stone for any growing actor looking to improve their confidence, quick thinking, and teamwork skills, all while having a blast on stage. 

$200/student

READY, SET... IMPROV! FALL REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Ready, Set... Improv! Tuition (Fall)
INTRO TO ACTING
FALL SESSION

Enrolling ages 11-14

September 8-October 27, 2025

Mondays, 6-8pm

Build your acting foundation by learning the basics! This class will cover everything an actor needs to know to get started and gain confidence on stage; from how to read a script to making memorable character choices. This class is perfect for actors of all skill and experience levels to come explore, learn, and play.

$400/student

INTRO TO ACTING FALL REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Intro to Acting Tuition (Fall)
ACTING BASICS
FALL SESSION

Enrolling ages 7-10

September 9-October 28, 2025

Tuesdays, 5-6pm

Prepare to  take center stage in our Acting Basics class! Designed for young performers, this class introduces the exciting world of acting through games, improvisation, and creative exercises. Students will learn theater fundamentals while building confidence and stage presence . This class is the perfect way to spark your passion for acting in a supportive and encouraging environment! 

$200/student

ACTING BASICS FALL REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Acting Basics Tuition (Fall)

November 9, 16, & 23, 2025

Sundays, 1-2:30pm

In this three-class workshop, students will gain an introduction to Laban Movement, the Alexander Technique and more. Through these techniques, students will work on aligning their body, mind and voice to shed physical habits that impede character development and strengthen their ability to command the stage.

$125/student

VOICE & MOVEMENT REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Voice & Movement Tuition
VOICE & MOVEMENT

Enrolling ages 14-18

WINTER 2026

INTRO TO ACTING
WINTER SESSION

Enrolling ages 11-14

January 10-February 28, 2026

Saturdays, 10am-12pm

Build your acting foundation by learning the basics! This class will cover everything an actor needs to know to get started and gain confidence on stage; from how to read a script to making memorable character choices. This class is perfect for actors of all skill and experience levels to come explore, learn, and play.

$400/student

INTRO TO ACTING WINTER REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Intro to Acting Tuition (Winter)

SPRING 2026

ACTING I

Enrolling ages 11-14

March 5-April 30, 2026

Thursdays, 6:30-8pm

Ready to take your acting skills to the next level? In this class, students build on the foundation of  our Intro to Acting class, diving deeper into character development, making big choices, and physicality. This class focuses on monologue and scene work, where students will learn how to bring a character to life, gaining the tools they need to become more confident, versatile performers.

$300/student

ACTING I REGISTRATION

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Student Age (at time of class)
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Acting I Tuition
READY, SET... IMPROV!
SPRING SESSION

Enrolling ages 11-14

March 7-May 2, 2026

Saturdays, 10-11am

Unleash your creativity in our 8-week improv class! Students will learn how to think on their feet, collaborate, and express themselves boldly in a supportive environment. This class is a great stepping stone for any growing actor looking to improve their confidence, quick thinking, and teamwork skills, all while having a blast on stage. 

$200/student

READY, SET... IMPROV! SPRING REGISTRATION

Must include +1 and area code

Student Age (at time of class)
How did you find out about Ponderosa Players?
Ready, Set... Improv! Tuition (Fall)
ACTING BASICS
SPRING SESSION

Enrolling ages 7-10

March 7-May 2, 2026

Saturdays, 11:30am-12:30pm

Prepare to  take center stage in our Acting Basics class! Designed for young performers, this class introduces the exciting world of acting through games, improvisation, and creative exercises. Students will learn theater fundamentals while building confidence and stage presence . This class is the perfect way to spark your passion for acting in a supportive and encouraging environment! 

$200/student

ACTING BASICS SPRING REGISTRATION

Must include +1 and area code

Student Age (at time of class)
How did you find out about Ponderosa Players?
Acting Basics Tuition (Spring)

DID YOU KNOW WE OFFER PRIVATE COACHING?

Email info@ponderosaplayers.com for information on coaching for your next audition or performance!

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