Why Take Theatre Classes?

You may think you already know what a theatre class is like, so why even bother reading on? Performances, improvisation, scenes, scripts, practice. “Is there any more to it?” you may ask.

Well, in this class, there is magic.

Here, students live their imagination turned into reality. With no limits to what can be created, students take an active part in all stages of the artistic process, culminating in fascinating original performances.

While students rehearse for performances and delight in the fun of improv games and exercises, they learn the lessons that will empower them to act with confidence both onstage and in life.

Students learn how to:

• Express their individuality and unique ideas

• Collaborate with peers to create something bigger than themselves

• Pay attention, listen, and help without even being asked to

• Build community and create connection and belonging

• Think quickly, adapt, and respond inventively when events do not go as planned

• Cultivate patience and persistence

• Use their voice and develop their language skills

• Understand different perspectives with empathy

• Celebrate mistakes so they can overcome the fear of failing and are excited to take on challenges

• See wonder in both reality and imagination, and discover the joy in bringing them together

Schedule

• Children (ages 5 -11)

  • Thursdays 5 - 6 pm, located at Yoga Sobre o Porto, R. das Carmelitas 100, 4050-150 Porto, Portugal.

• Teens (ages 12 - 18)

  • Thursdays 6 - 8 pm, located at Yoga Sobre o Porto, R. das Carmelitas 100, 4050-150 Porto, Portugal.

  • Saturdays 1 - 3 pm, located at A Beneficência Familiar, R. Formosa 349, 4000-252 Porto, Portugal.

• Adults (18+)

  • Please contact scope.for.imagination.pt@gmail.com for additional information about scheduling or submit the registration form below.

Tuition

Tuition for theatre classes is:

• Children, once a week, one hour per session: €15 per class, or €50 per month.

• Teens, 2 hours per session: €20 per class, or €65 per month for once a week classes, or€100 per month for twice a week classes.

• Rates are prorated if there is a month with fewer than 3 class sessions due to holidays or class cancellation.

• Rates are not discounted if a student is not able to attend for personal reasons.

• Family discount: 5% discount is offered for the second (or more) student from the same family (siblings / parents).

• Multiple classes per week discount: students enrolled in more than one class per week receive a 5% discount on the second (or more) weekly class.

• Insurance Fee: €5 per year.

Registration

To register, please fill in this form once per student. 

Register for Classes - Children/Teens!

Register for Classes - Adults!

After completing the form, please send payment via MB Way to Ms. Helena Almeida at (+351 938 656 646). For students participating for the first time, please remember to include the one time €5 insurance fee.

After the form and payment are received you will receive a registration confirmation.

• All activities have limited space.

• Registration is only considered complete upon receipt of payment.

• Registration is non-refundable, but if a student signs up and is subsequently unable to attend the activities, the student may transfer their registration to someone else at no additional cost. To do so, please contact Helena Almeida (+351 938 656 646 or scope.for.imagination.pt@gmail.com). For any registration transfer, a minimum 24-hour notice in advance of the respective activity is required.

• All activities subject to minimum enrollment. 

Testimonials

“In the theatre workshops, Helena showed incredible insight into our daughter’s personality, incorporating themes that resonated with her interests while gently encouraging her to step outside her comfort zone. This balanced approach fostered growth without causing anxiety... Any family would be fortunate to have Helena working with their child.”

- Chloe, parent of theater student

Frequently Asked Questions

• What age should the student be?

  • We offer classes for different ages groups:

    • Mini - ages 5 - 8

    • Children - ages 9 - 12

    • Teen - ages 13 - 18

    • Adults - 18+

• Where are classes held?

  • Thursday classes are at Yoga Sobre o Porto, R. das Carmelitas 100, 4050-150 Porto, Portugal.

  • Saturday classes are at A Beneficência Familiar, R. Formosa 349, 4000-252 Porto, Portugal.

  • Small groups / private lessons are also sometimes held in house in the Arca d’Agua neighbourhood.

• When are classes held?

  • Classes are primarily afterschool and weekends. If you do not see a class time that works for your schedule, please contact us. We often create new small groups based on student scheduling needs.

• When do class series begin?

  • Although most students participate in theatre classes for the entire school year, students can begin or end at any time of the year based on their needs. Classes tuition is paid on a monthly basis.

• What language are classes taught in?

  • Theatre classes are taught in English, and there are classes for both fluent speakers and for students learning the language.

• How do I register?

  • Please fill in the registration form, or you can contact us if you do not see the offering that meets your needs.

• How often are classes?

  • Mini and children’s classes are held once a week, while teens have the option of classes once or twice a week.

• What should I bring to class?

  • Students should bring a water bottle and a folder to keep scripts.

• Do I have to perform onstage?

  • No, participants do not have to perform onstage if they do not wish to. However, we do encourage participants to give it a try during our regular performance opportunities.