ACT I: What’s in a Scene? Teen Drama

Details

Session: Fall 2026
Chapter:  Folsom
Location:  Jesus Culture
Time:  4:00pm - 6:15pm
Day:  Monday
Starts:  08/17
Ages:  13 - 18
Tuition:  $275.00

Description

In this hands-on acting class, students will discover what makes a scene truly engaging by exploring the craft behind every entrance, line, pause, and moment of connection. They'll explore where a scene fits within the story arc, how to heighten important plot points, uncover character objectives and tactics while implementing appropriate pacing. Students will also practice how to make motivated entrances and exits, elevate listening skills for authentic reactions and navigate "cut-off" lines for believability. Whether preparing for callbacks, productions, or simply looking to grow as a performer, this class will equip students with the tools to elevate their scenework beyond just some boring words that happen between the songs in a musical.



Class Calendar
Mondays beginning Aug.17, 2026 through Monday Oct.12, 2026
(No Class on Monday, Sep.7, 2026)
Showcase Monday October 12th

ATTENDANCE: please make every effort to attend ALL classes.  Students missing more than two classes are in jeopardy of not performing at showcase and attendance may affect their role in a show, if they are currently cast in a show.

CLASSES/CAMPS REFUND POLICY-
NO REFUNDS OF ANY KIND OR CHANGES 2 weeks before the first day camp/class begins. Prior to 2 weeks a $25.00 cancellation fee per class is applied to refunds. Refunds are returned to the original form of payment. Camp/class changes are subject to availability. Tuition must be paid in full in order to register online for camp/class.

Questions? 
Contact Class Coordinator, Rachelle Krulee, at rachelle@cytsacramento.org 
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Teacher:


Jessilee Windhaus

Jessilee Windhaus is an improviser, actor, instructor, and entrepreneur born and raised in Sacramento. She brings over 10 years of experience in leadership in the performing arts and over 20 years of expertise in improv performance and instruction. She is currently a Teaching Artist at B Street Theatre. Additionally, Jessilee is the Founder and Executive Director of Haus of Comedy (hausofcomedy.com), Co-Founder of Empire Arts Collective, and Founder of That Plus Chips live sketch and improv comedy group. Jessilee has trained with the Upright Citizen's Brigade, The Groundlings, and many other esteemed improv instructors. She holds a Bachelor's in Theatre from CSU Sacramento. She has performed both nationwide and locally at comedy hubs like Sacramento Comedy Spot, STAB! Comedy, ComedySportz Sacramento, Empire Arts Collective, Dinner Detective, and Sutter Street Theatre. She served as the Director of High School League at ComedySportz Sacramento, Tour Actor/Director with the world-renowned Missoula Children's Theatre and is proud to join the team at CYT!

Location:

625 Coolidge Dr, Folsom, CA 95630