Laity Theatre Company

LIA Instructors strive for excellence in teaching and communicating the essentials of visual arts to each and every student. Students learn to accept that other's preferences may differ from their own but begin to appreciate multiple artistic solutions and interpretations. Questions asked in response to artwork become more refined and probing. Study of historical and cultural context gives students insight into the role of visual arts as a record of human achievement. As they consider artworks in historical perspective, students begin to gain a clearer understanding of what they themselves value. (Private 1-1 lessons also available.) Benefits of LIA's Visual Arts Program: Motor Skills Development Language Development Decision Making Skills Visual Learning Inventiveness Cultural Awareness Improved Academic Performance Courses Taught in: Pastels Charcoal Watercolors Sketching Collage Acrylics ...and more!

LIA's Animation program prepares students with foundational in-depth training in the essential techniques of 2D animation first. We’ll start with lessons in drawing and character design, along with an introduction to basic anatomy and character design. Once a solid foundation is built, we move on to the other lessons listed below. Laity uses the #1 animation software and Industry standard for 2D animation, Toon Boom! Courses Taught in: 2D/3D Animation Drawing and basic anatomy Character and Object design for animation Story-boarding Principles of animation Acting and movement Benefits of LIA's Animation Program: Motor Skills Development Language Development Decision Making Skills Visual Learning\ Inventiveness Cultural Awareness Improved Academic Performance

The LIA dance curriculum is a comprehensive program designed to provide a complete study in dance and is aligned to the National Core Arts Standards for grades 3rd through 8th. Benefits of LIA's Dance Program: Development of Motor Skills Increased ability and skill to apply elements of space, time and force in producing dance sequences Capacity for centering and shifting body weight and tension/release in performing the movement for artistic intent Technical control of body movements Health and cardio strength Promotes self-discipline Boosts self-esteem Performance opportunities Courses Available: Ballet Hip Hop Cultural Dance

LIA believes that music classes are a vital part of student academic achievement. The importance of music and fine arts has been debated in school board rooms across the country for several years. As budgets are trimmed and school music programs are cut, this becomes an important question to answer. These music and arts programs are an important component of student learning and success. LIA has music training programs with lessons for all ages and abilities. Lessons in piano, drums and voice are currently offered at this time. Lessons are designed to meet the needs of each student regardless of skill or level. Each teacher is specialized in the areas they teach and provides caring, focused and excellent guidance on helping each student find and fulfill their musical voice. Benefits of LIA's Private Music Instruction: One-on-one instruction geared to individuals needs & goals Instruction at students pace & teaching materials suited for that student Regular written evaluations Encourages music skill development Theory instruction Fosters responsibility Establishes work ethic Helps children achieve goals with guidance Gives constructive leisure involvement Promotes self-discipline Boosts self-esteem Performance opportunities Courses Available: Piano Lessons Beginner to Advanced - Technique & Theory Drums Lessons Beginner to Advanced - Technique & Theory Voice Lessons Beginner to Advanced - Technique & Theory ​