STORYTELLING
Storytelling PLUS!
Blending Performing Arts Disciplines
Instructor: Wayne Harris
This dynamic class blends traditional storytelling with movement, music, and rhythm. Explore how to bring your stories to life using creative tools such as dance, drumming, or song. Designed for all levels, this course emphasizes personal expression and audience connection in a supportive setting.
10 weeks
Thursdays · 10 AM–12 PM · 10 weeks · Sept 25 – Dec 4 (No class Thanksgiving week)
Maximum: 10 students
Going to the Well
Discovering, Crafting, and Telling Stories from Your Life
Instructor: Joel ben Izzy
Join master storyteller Joel ben Izzy for a workshop that taps into your life experiences to find the stories worth telling. With thoughtful prompts and peer feedback, you'll craft meaningful, authentic narratives. Open to both new and experienced storytellers.
8 Weeks
Wednesdays - 1 – 3 PM September 24, October 1, October 15, October 22,
November 5, November 12, November 19, December 3.
Maximum: 12 students
CLOWNING & PHYSICAL STORYTELLING
Applied Clowning
Humor in Motion
Instructor: Sara Toby Moore
Uncover the joy of physical expression as you learn to see the world through clown goggles. Add mime skills, comic timing, sound creation, and character-creation to your storytelling for enchantment and joy. A lighthearted and freeing experience for all levels.
10 weeks
Wednesdays · 10 AM–12 PM · September 24 – December 3 (No class Thanksgiving week)
Maximum: 12 students
SINGING
Singing with Scrumbly
Find Your Voice
Singing with Scrumbly: Find Your Voice
Instructor: Scrumbly Koldewyn
Whether you're new to singing or have years of experience, this class provides a fun and supportive environment to explore your voice. Individualized coaching on solos and duets of your favorite songs, group camaraderie, and a final recorded showcase make this class a highlight of the week.
10 weeks
Choose one weekly section:
• Mondays (Stagebridge) | 10 AM–12 PM | starts Sept 22
• Tuesdays (Downtown Oakland Senior Center) | 10 AM–12 PM | starts Sept 23
• Thursdays (Stagebridge) | 10 AM–12 PM | starts Sept 25
(All sections run 10 weeks and skip Thanksgiving week.)
Maximum: 14 students
MUSICAL THEATER
Musical Theatre Ensemble
Instructors: Kim Saunders & Guest Musician
Musical Theater
Whether you are returning to the stage after years away or diving in for the first time, this class is your chance to sing, dance, act, and shine. Great fun for both new and seasoned performers. Each week, students build skills in vocal performance, basic choreography, character development, and ensemble work. Through group numbers, scene work, and solo opportunities, students gain confidence, improve technique, and build community, all while working with material from beloved Broadway musicals such as Gypsy, A Chorus Line, and Guys and Dolls. A perfect class to prepare for our Winter-Spring Musical production. 10 weeks
Tuesdays · 10 AM–12 PM · Begins September 23 - December 4
(No class Thanksgiving week)
Maximum: 15 students
ACTING
Shakespeare Scene Study
Raise the Bard
Instructor: Kim Saunders
Challenge yourself with some of Shakespeare’s most compelling scenes. This class is designed for intermediate and advanced actors seeking to deepen their understanding and performance of the Bard’s work, though curious newcomers are also welcome.
10 weeks
Tuesdays · 1 – 3 PM · September 23 – December 1 (No class the week of Thanksgiving.)
Maximum: 12 students
Introduction to Acting and Theater
Instructor: Laura Marlin
New to acting or ready to return after a break? This welcoming 10-week course introduces the essentials through ensemble games, partner scenes, character exploration, and text work—all in a fun, low-pressure environment. Build confidence, sharpen your voice and body awareness, and enjoy the thrill of discovering your stage presence. The class culminates in a script-in-hand sharing for friends and family.
10 weeks
Wednesdays · 10 AM–12 PM · 10 weeks · Sept 24 – Dec 3 (No class Thanksgiving week)
Maximum: 12 students
IMPROV
Improv 1
Let’s Laugh: IMPROV for the Giggles!
Instructor: Radhika Rao
Enjoy the spontaneity and fun of improv through games, group work, and scene creation. Designed for all levels, this class encourages laughter, creativity, and community.
8 weeks
Thursdays · 10 AM–12 PM · September 25, October 2, October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, December 4, December 11.
Maximum: 12 students
NEW CLASS! Improv 2
Text in Motion
Instructor: Radhika Rao
Take your improv skills further using inspiration from text—poems, news stories, even labels! Designed for students with previous improv experience, this course explores long-form storytelling in a fresh, playful way.
8 weeks
Thursdays · 1 – 3 PM · September 25, October 2, October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, December 4, December 11.
Maximum: 12 students
DANCE
Tap Dancing for Everyone
Instructor: Daphne Wong
Learn the basics of tap in a fun, welcoming class for all experience levels. Build rhythm, coordination, and confidence while working toward a short showcase routine. Tap shoes or hard-soled shoes are recommended.
10 weeks
Tuesdays · 10 AM–12 PM · September 23 – December 1 (No class on the week of Thanksgiving.)
Maximum: 12 students
Ready to Take the Stage?
Spots are limited, and the spotlight is calling—don’t miss your chance to join the fun!
Register now for Stagebridge’s Summer Camp 2025 and be part of a week full of creativity, connection, and unforgettable performances.
Let your inner performer shine—we can’t wait to see you there!