Drama Thursdays
“The Play's the thing" each Thursday as celebrated drama educators Deborah Moore and Jane Czarny lead our young Flight thespians on a journey of dramatic exploration, self-expression and imaginative play!
3, 2, 1… Play! led by Deborah Moore
Primary
Grades 1-3
September 17-December 17 (14 Weeks)
4:45-5:30pm
Session Tuition: $350 plus HST
In this introductory drama program our young actors will work as an ensemble. Students will have great fun engaging in high-energy theatre games to build rapport, confidence and creativity.
Foundational skills in improvisation, storytelling and play will be a focus throughout our time together. In the midterm, children will explore character development through scene work and monologues.
This program will culminate in a relaxed theatrical showcase for parents highlighting selected pieces of work and the students' favourite exercises.
The Art of Dramatic Play led by Jane Czarny
Junior
Grades 4-7
September 17-March 4 (23 Weeks)
6-7:15pm
Session Tuition: $690 plus HST
Payment in two installments of $345 plus HST
Building on the primary drama program, students will move beyond traditional storytelling to build their own collaborative creation. Drama games based on movement, voice and role play will inspire communication, cooperation and the development of interpersonal, intrapersonal, bodily kinesthetic and verbal linguistic intelligences.
Drawn from their own ideas and thematic curiosities, students will explore basic script construction and a variety of performance skills as they create an original piece of theatre as a class.
This program will culminate in a relaxed theatrical presentation for families.
This program will culminate in a relaxed theatrical presentation for families.
Jane Czarny
Jane believes in creating positive personal stories, especially in the realms of education, the arts, parenting and volunteerism. As a teacher, collaborator and Arts Curriculum developer for over thirty years, Jane encourages shifts in structural thinking through cultivating a growth mindset in young people.
During her longstanding career at the Bishop Strachan School, she taught Drama, English, Media Arts while directing plays, musicals, the school Nativity pageant...and forged a friendship with the wonderful Michelle Giroux!
Here in Perth County, she was gifted the role of team lead/creator and teacher of of a unique program of kinesthetic learning for the HPCDSB. In October, you can find Jane at the Avon Theatre, hosting Ghost Tours for the Festival's Meighen Forum.
Writing credits include StratFest@home’s Ghost Tours, essays in the Globe & Mail, as well as songs, stories, poems and, most recently, a YA novel (unpublished...for now). A licensed Chaplain, Jane officiates personalized Ceremonies of Love. Jane is delighted to be on the Flight Crew and is excited to collaborate with all your children!
Deborah Moore
Deborah earned her BFA in Acting and became Orff-certified through the Royal Conservatory of Music, realizing early on that her true passion was working with children. With a deep commitment to education and the arts, she knew her purpose was to inspire young minds through creativity, music, and performance.
With over 24 years of experience as a passionate music and drama educator, Deborah has taught in several Montessori schools, including Kew Park Montessori, Beaches Montessori, and Boardwalk Montessori in Toronto, where she has nurtured and supported the development of children of all ages. Deborah’s love for music, dance, and drama has allowed her to create a rich, creative environment where children can express themselves and grow through the arts.
Throughout her career, Deborah has directed school choirs, led Orff concerts, and organized musical theater productions, inspiring students to engage with music in a dynamic and joyful way. She has taught a variety of instruments, including the recorder, ukulele, and pitched Orff instruments, encouraging children to explore sound, rhythm and movement through hands-on learning. Her approach blends the principles of the Orff method with the Montessori philosophy, fostering a holistic understanding of music and movement that supports both artistic and personal growth.
Deborah’s teaching is centered around helping children develop confidence, creativity, and collaboration while building a strong foundation in music and the arts. Deborah is dedicated to creating an atmosphere of joy, discovery, and growth for every child she works with, inspiring them to discover their own unique voice and talents.