The Marietta Center for the Arts will be offering a six-week long session of acting classes. These classes are a perfect fit for students who are just starting to take an interest in theater, and for those who are looking to practice and expand the skills they may already possess. Classes will focus on utilizing the students’ imaginations and fostering creativity. Students will get to use their voices, minds, and bodies to create realistic characters for the stage, while also playing games and making new friends. New students are always welcome, and returning students are encouraged to come back for more fun, learning, and new activities! Class curriculum will be tailored to the students’ interests and skill levels. 

Instructor: Jim Johnson

Instructor Bio:

Jim is currently the Managing Artistic Director of Susquehanna Stage. One of the original founders of our theatre, Jim has directed more than 50 productions at the theatre since 2009. As an educator, Jim has taught classes for kids, high-school students and college. As a performer, he has performed on most local stages and professionally at the Utah Shakespeare Festival, Dutch Apple Dinner Theater, and Hersheypark Entertainment. Jim received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Penn State University.