Olympia Family Theater

Short Shakes: MacBeth
2024-03-19 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Tuesdays | Jan. 23rd – Mar. 19th | Grades 3rd – 5th
No class February 20th
Something wicked this way comes: a class specifically designed to get 3rd through 5th graders speaking Shakespeare! Students will be exploring the spooky world of MacBeth while making friends, working on their speaking voice, and generally expanding their creativity. The only bad luck associated with this class is for those who don’t sign up!
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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NEW OFTeen: Advanced Improv 2.0
2024-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Mondays | Jan. 22nd – Mar. 18th | Grades 9th – 12th
No class February 19th
Teen Improv Advanced builds off of the skills learned in previous improv sessions and then some! In addition to challenging students to be hyper-specific, make a range of bold choices, and explore long-form structures of improv, this NEW 8-week session will also give students the chance to learn how to lead, invent, and facilitate improv games. This will be a great class for students who want to think outside the box and develop leadership skills.
Tuition: $300

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Barney Carey Gets His Wings
2024-03-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-03-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States

Wonderful Wizard of Oz Auditions!
2024-03-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
Join us for auditions on March 5th from 5:30-8:30 with callbacks on March 7th from 5:30-8:30pm.
Seeking all age ranges, and also people who play instruments, sing and dance. There’s some light singing and dance moments possible, so would love people that are open to that, and puppeteers! Toto will just be one puppeteer, and then there’s also puppet moments throughout the play that the actors in the play will wield.
Please come prepared to read excerpts from the script, no monologues are required (although if you really want to perform one, we won’t say no!) Feel free to send any questions to alayna@olyft.org
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz will run May 10 – June 2, 2024.
Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton, based on the book by L. Frank Baum.
Directed by Vanessa Postil
All characters are open:

Dorothy
Toto
Uncle Henry
Aunt Em
Scarecrow
Tin Woodman
Cowardly Lion
Locasta, Good Witch of the North
Glinda, Good Witch of the South
Wicked Witch of the West
Wizard of Oz
Munchkins – A group of musicians
King of the Winged Monkeys – Hired security
Guardian at the Gates

Design Your Own Show: Wizard of Oz
2024-02-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
1pm – 4pm | Monday & Tuesday | Feb. 19th & 20th | Grades 3rd – 5th
From swirling yellow brick roads to sparkling emerald cities, students will be provided with the skills and supplies necessary to design and build their own small-scale stage design of The Wizard of Oz. Travel far from Kansas using only a glue stick and your own imagination! Students will be able to take their model designs home with them at the end of the camp.
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $100

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Winter Dragons & Fairies
2024-02-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
9am – 12pm | Monday & Tuesday | Feb. 19th & 20th | Grades K – 2nd
Join us for a fantastical exploration of story, movement, and crafting. Students will create their own mythical world where fairies and dragons soar through the sky! As they imagine their own creatures, each student will design and create their own set of wings to take home at the end of the class.
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $100

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Dungeons & Dragons: Starter Campaign
2024-02-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Thursdays | Feb. 1-Mar. 21 | Grades 5th – 7th
This class is for all young adventures who are looking to gain more confidence in their D&D game play. Students will work with a dungeon master to problem solve, reason, and imagine their collective way out of magic-imbued traps and tricks. Beginners are highly encouraged to grab their 12-sided die along with their courage, and attend this class!
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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OFTeen: All Skills Improv
2024-01-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Wednesdays | Jan. 31st – Mar. 20th | Grades 6th – 12th
This classic OFT class is great for brand new performers and seasoned veterans! No matter if this is your first time, or fiftieth, this six-week course will hone your improv skills, exercise your creativity and quick thinking, and create some dynamic characters. Play your favorite improv games, learn new skills and activities, and build your own structures with your friends and ensemble!
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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Simba’s Sunny Safari
2024-01-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm-6pm | Thursdays | Jan. 25 – Mar. 21 | Grades K-2nd
Washington winters are wet and dreary, so let’s spend some time in the sun-warmed Pride Lands of Africa! Students will sing songs from Disney’s The Lion King while they explore characters and crafts inspired by the antics of Timon, Pumba, and more. Our class motto is: hakuna matata!
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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Adult Improv
2024-01-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
6:30pm – 8:30pm | Tuesdays | Jan. 23rd – Mar. 19th | Ages 18 & Older
No class February 20th
This now EIGHT-week adult improv class is open to all skill levels! Whether you are brand new to Improv, or a seasoned performer, this class dives into saying “Yes…and”, building dynamic characters, and exploring new games and techniques.
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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Short Shakes: MacBeth
2024-01-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Tuesdays | Jan. 23rd – Mar. 19th | Grades 3rd – 5th
No class February 20th
Something wicked this way comes: a class specifically designed to get 3rd through 5th graders speaking Shakespeare! Students will be exploring the spooky world of MacBeth while making friends, working on their speaking voice, and generally expanding their creativity. The only bad luck associated with this class is for those who don’t sign up!
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

Register Here!

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NEW OFTeen: Advanced Improv 2.0
2024-01-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4pm – 6pm | Mondays | Jan. 22nd – Mar. 18th | Grades 9th – 12th
No class February 19th
Teen Improv Advanced builds off of the skills learned in previous improv sessions and then some! In addition to challenging students to be hyper-specific, make a range of bold choices, and explore long-form structures of improv, this NEW 8-week session will also give students the chance to learn how to lead, invent, and facilitate improv games. This will be a great class for students who want to think outside the box and develop leadership skills.
Access for All Tuition: $25 – $300

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Queer Holiday Karaoke Party
2023-12-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
5pm – 7pm | Thursday | Dec. 21st | Grades 9th – 12th
Members and allies of the Alphabet Mafia alike are invited to spend the Solstice where all is gay, merry, and bright! We will sing, sip cider, and make yassified holiday crafts that will keep you jolly to the New Year. Hosted by OFT’s own Anya and Angel, this night is for you to get your jingle on!
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $5 – $15

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Broadway Bootcamp: Holiday Edition
2023-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
1pm – 4pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec. 20 – 22 | Grades 9th – 12th
Do you know all of Regina George’s moves to “Jingle Bell Rock?” Do you use December as your excuse to sing every chance you get? Well, grab your tinsel and sign up for Broadway Bootcamp: Holiday Edition. This class is all about gaining confidence in musical theater singing and choreography. Students will learn holiday-themed song favorites, and explore moving in character. Give the gift of upping your performance game with this friendly and focused camp!
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Improv & Sketch Comedy: Gingerbread Edition
2023-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
1pm – 4pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec. 20 – 22 | Grades 6th – 8th
Come deck the halls with fa-la-la-la-laughter! Improve your Improv with this comedy-centered camp. Play classic Improv games, explore famous sketch comedy scenes, and work as an ensemble to create original work!
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Wintery Goblins & Fantastical Folklore
2023-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
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1pm – 4pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec. 20th – 22nd | Grades 3rd – 5th
Gather ‘round the warmth of the fire and hear chilling tall tales of elves, goblins, and mischievous gnomes as they romp through snowy woods, frosty mountains, and snow-covered fields. Students will create characters and crafts based on classic Scandinavian folktales.
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Dancing to Winter Musicals
2023-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
9am – 12pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec 20 – 22 | Grades 6th – 8th
Once upon a December, there was a magical class where students were able to learn and explore contemporary dance to the tune of their favorite wintery musical theater songs… and this is it! No previous dance experience required. Come get whisked away and gain confidence in movement and choreography in a friendly environment. All we want for Christmas is YOU to take this class!
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Singing with Elsa and Anna
2023-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
9am – 12pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec 20 – 22 | Grades 3rd – 5th
Do you want to build a snowman?? This class will learn a song from Disney’s “Frozen” and create choreography to enhance the storytelling. No previous dance experience required. Nervous about the first day of class? LET IT GO! Come ready to sing, laugh, and have fun!
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Snow Day Adventures!
2023-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | WA
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9am – 12pm | Wednesday – Friday | Dec 20 – 22 | Grades K – 2nd
Imagine waking up in a world draped in snow and having the whole day to explore it! In this class, students will read “Snow Day” by Ezra Jack Keats and act out their own frosty frolic in a winter wonderland.
ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $150

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Auditions for Barney Carey Gets His Wings
2023-12-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
Directed by Anya Guadamuz
Show runs Feb 23rd-March 17th
Auditions
When:
December 19th
Youth auditions 5:30-6:50PM
Adult auditions 7-8:30PM
(callbacks on December 20th 5:30-8:30PM)
Where:
Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
We are casting for:
Barney Carey (son) – 7-14 years old
Michael Carey (father) – 30-40 years old
Agnes (bearded lady) – 20+ years old
We are asking for auditioners to bring a short prepared monologue (30 seconds to a minute), but if you are unable to prepare a monologue we will have a selection to read from on the day of auditions. Auditions for Barney are from 5:30-6:50PM and auditions for Michael and Agnes are from 7-8:30PM. Callbacks will be on December 20th, 5:30-8:30PM. Email alayna@olyft.org with any questions!

The Velveteen Rabbit
2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States

Adult Improv
2023-10-31 18:30 - 20:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
6:30-8pm | Tuesdays | Oct 31 – Dec 5 | 18 years and older
This six-week adult improv class is open to all skill levels! Whether you are brand new to Improv, or a seasoned performer, this class dives into saying “Yes…and”, building dynamic characters, and exploring new games and techniques.

ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $200

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The Magical Life of Toys
2023-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4-6pm | Tuesdays | Oct 31 – Dec 5 | Grades 3rd – 5th
Ever wonder what your toys do when you are at school or asleep? Curious about whatever happened to that teddy bear you left on the beach? We’ll explore tall tales of toys using favorites like The Little Tin Soldier, Toy Story, The Nutcrackerand more. Students will bring their inner storyteller to life in this imagination sparking class!

ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $250

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OFTeen: Advanced Improv
2023-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4-6pm | Mondays | Oct 30 – Dec 4 | Grades 9th – 12th
For students who have taken improv classes in the past, and are ready to elevate their play! Teen Improv Advanced builds off of the skills learned in previous improv sessions, and challenges students to be hyper-specific, make a range of bold choices, and explore long-form structures of improv.

ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $200

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Ghost Stories & Other Hauntings
2023-10-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4-6pm | Thursdays | Oct 26 – Dec 7 | Grades 6th – 8th
A veil is drawn across the world in late Fall as we collectively creep towards the Winter Solstice, the darkest night of the year. It is only fitting that we use this time of reflection and curiosity to examine the art of telling ghost stories and other thrilling tales. Students will read, perform, and perhaps write their own stories of woe and release as we explore the classic worlds of The Raven, The Nutcracker, The Headless Horseman, and more. Enroll if you dare!

ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $250

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OFTeen: All Skills Improv
2023-10-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
4-6pm | Wednesdays | Oct 25 – Dec 6 | Grades 6th – 12th
This classic OFT class is great for brand new performers and seasoned veterans! No matter if this is your first time, or fiftieth, this six-week course will hone your improv skills, exercise your creativity and quick thinking, and create some dynamic characters. Play your favorite improv games, learn new skills and activities, and build your own structures with your friends and ensemble!

ACCESS FOR ALL TUITION! $25 – $250

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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
2023-10-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave. E, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
