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ADULT COURSES AUTUMN 2023

ACT   SING   DANCE

Close Encounters classes will draw from the unique and extensive international expertise of the leaders, covering acting, improvisation, physical comedy, dance, musical theatre, and script writing.  Expect challenging, novel and  inspiring task-based activities to enhance and expand your performance skills and confidence.  We offer courses for both novice and professional artists ages 18+.  All our courses are offered in English. 

"A fantastic place for both newbies and experienced actors! I have been in other theatre classes in the past, but CET is beyond anything I've ever experienced!" 

Andrada Racoare

ACTING

  • Improvisation & Physical Comedy - Beginners
    Improvisation & Physical Comedy - Beginners
    Mon, 04 Sept
    CET Studio
    04 Sept, 19:30 – 04 Dec, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    04 Sept, 19:30 – 04 Dec, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Participants will engage in exercises designed to develop listening skills, characterisation, narrative, spontaneity, and teamwork. The focus will be on short form games and scene structure. No experience necessary - just a willingness to play! This course will culminate in a showcase performance.
  • ACTING ACADEMY - Intermediate
    ACTING ACADEMY - Intermediate
    Tue, 05 Sept
    CET Studio
    05 Sept, 19:30 – 05 Dec, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    05 Sept, 19:30 – 05 Dec, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    We will delve into exciting exercises that will teach you the art of acting. We will explore text through scene work, monologues, and poetry. We will work with mask, movement, and develop impulse & character. The course will end with a studio presentation. Prior acting experience is a requirement.
  • Acting for beginners - Act in a play!
    Acting for beginners - Act in a play!
    Wed, 06 Sept
    CET Studio
    06 Sept, 19:30 – 29 Nov, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    06 Sept, 19:30 – 29 Nov, 21:30
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Have you ever wanted to act? Want to harness the power of your voice? Learn how to communicate with your body? Learn the craft of acting! In this course, we will explore the world of acting and present a final production entitled TOXIC.
  • Improvisation & Physical Comedy - Intermediate
    Improvisation & Physical Comedy - Intermediate
    Thu, 07 Sept
    CET Studio
    07 Sept, 19:00 – 30 Nov, 21:00
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    07 Sept, 19:00 – 30 Nov, 21:00
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Participants will engage in exercises designed to develop listening skills, characterization, narrative, spontaneity, and teamwork. The focus will be on short/long form games and scene structure. Prior improvisation experience is encouraged. This course will culminate in a showcase performance.

MUSICAL THEATRE

  • BROADWAY ACADEMY - Beginner (Adults)
    BROADWAY ACADEMY - Beginner (Adults)
    Sat, 02 Sept
    CET Studio
    02 Sept, 13:15 – 02 Dec, 15:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    02 Sept, 13:15 – 02 Dec, 15:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    In this exciting course, you will learn the art of acting, singing and dancing. Through musical theatre repertoire (CHICAGO, CABARET, WICKED, HEATHERS, etc.) you will enhance your performance skills and perform live in the studio.
  • Musical Theatre Academy - Voice Intensive - Beginner
    Musical Theatre Academy - Voice Intensive - Beginner
    Sun, 05 Nov
    CET Studio
    05 Nov, 11:00 – 10 Dec, 13:00
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    05 Nov, 11:00 – 10 Dec, 13:00
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    In this fun vocal intensive for beginners, we will focus on learning the music from hit Broadway shows! This class is designed for passionate and novice singers. You will learn how to unleash your voice and to perform with presence.

DANCE

  • Broadway Jazz Dance - Beginner
    Broadway Jazz Dance - Beginner
    Mon, 04 Sept
    CET Studio
    04 Sept, 18:00 – 04 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    04 Sept, 18:00 – 04 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Broadway dance is the best way to work on your sass & characterization while focusing on technique. Classes will cover basic jazz technique and how to build your elegance and confidence. We will be inspired by Broadway's empowering musical theatre repertoire. No prior dance experience is required.
  • Contemporary Dance Beginner / Intermediate
    Contemporary Dance Beginner / Intermediate
    Tue, 05 Sept
    CET Studio
    05 Sept, 18:00 – 12 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    05 Sept, 18:00 – 12 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    This exciting class provides the basic tools and principles of contemporary dance with an emphasis on how to work with our body safely, enhancing flexibility and strength. The focus will be on technique and dance combinations.
  • Tap Dance for Beginners
    Tap Dance for Beginners
    Wed, 06 Sept
    CET Studio
    06 Sept, 18:00 – 13 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    06 Sept, 18:00 – 13 Dec, 19:15
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Tap dance is a wonderful way to develop your sense of rhythm and style whilst also improving your core strength and stamina. These classes provide a fun and supportive environment in which you will learn the fundamentals of tap and how to combine the steps.

WRITING

  • COMEDY WRITING - Beginners
    COMEDY WRITING - Beginners
    Sat, 02 Sept
    CET Studio
    02 Sept, 09:30 – 25 Nov, 10:45
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    02 Sept, 09:30 – 25 Nov, 10:45
    CET Studio, Pfingstweidstrasse 101, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
    Learn how to develop and write memorable, funny comedy characters and bring them to life through sketches and short-form comedy. The course will finish with selected pieces being performed by CET actors on stage. No experience necessary – just bring your funny bones!

A fantastic place for both newbies and experienced actors! I have been in other theatre classes in the past, but CET is beyond anything I've ever experienced. A truly creative hub managed by a team whose passion and dedication can be seen in everything they do. Expect fun, self-discovery and challenge!
 

Andrada Racoare

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

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