The Noble Fool Performing Arts Academy is a non-profit organization. Our academy features some of the Chicago area’s most respected teachers, directors, actors and musicians. Classes are for adults, children and business professionals looking to learn from the people who are working at what they love do.

 

Did You Know???

Research shows that young people who participate in the arts for at least three hours on three days each week for one full year or more are:

•       4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement

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•       3 times more likely to be elected to class office

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•       4 times more likely to participate in a math and science fair

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•        3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance

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•       4 times more likely to win an award for writing an essay or poem

Our open enrollment policy allows anyone to enter our programs regardless of previous experience. Our instructors specialize in challenging and developing students no matter what level they are at when they enter. Participants learn by doing, not only from the instructor but also from each other. Scholarships are available for families in need.

In addition, young arts participants as compared with their peers are likely to:

•       Read for pleasure nearly twice as often

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•       Participate in youth groups nearly four times as frequently

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•      Perform community service nearly twice as often

WHY NOBLE FOOL THEATRICALS PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY?

NOBLE FOOL THEATRICALS IS OPERATED BY THEATRE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

      Noble Fool Theatricals is the premier, award-winning, non-profit arts   organization and professional  theatre in the Fox Valley area

      Largest non-profit theatre producer in the western suburbs

      Four-star Chicago theatre in the western suburbs

      Member of the League of Chicago Theaters

      Professional equity performances

      All productions directed and designed by leading Chicago-theatre professionals

FACILITY

      Located within the largest entertainment facility in the Midwest

      3 stages:  Main Stage, Studio Stage and New Orleans Ballroom Stage

      State-of-the-art sound and lighting systems

      The Main Stage is a newly renovated, $4.5 million theatre offering 320 stadium style seats.  Every seat is a good seat!

      Pheasant Run Resort connection with restaurants for all budgets and hotel with amenities such as indoor pool, golf and spa.

      Easy access to Charlestown Mall and downtown St. Charles

PROGRAMS

      Educational based programs introduce students to a variety of acting techniques including professional choreography and music direction.

      Offers exposure to the arts and professional artists, hands-on learning and traditional theatrical training

      Taught by experienced theatre professionals

      Programs are divided into age groups to allow everyone a chance to shine

      Small classes offer individual attention and plenty of stage time

      Family and returning student discounts available

      3 options offered:

§        Performance Classes open to everyone. This is a hands-on theatrical experience where participants memorize lines, songs and simple choreography ending with performances for family and friends.  Students learn by doing, not by lecture.

§         Technique Classes include Auditioning, Improv and Singing to improve specific skills and prepare students to audition for the NFT Youth Ensemble as well as other theatres. Students interact and have the opportunity develop their own scenes to exercise their creative muscles.  The last class is a showcase for family and friends is also open to the public.

§         Youth Ensemble is an exclusive, audition-only program for the best
and the brightest young talent.  This is quality theatre by and for young people. Participants are responsible for memorizing lines, music and choreography, and learn the craft of theater through the process of
preparing for a live performance.  Youth Ensemble performances are
directed, promoted and performed in the same manner as our professional theatre productions.

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS OF NFT PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY

      Promotes individual growth

      Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem

      Teaches professionalism and teamwork

      Encourages new friendships

      Skills development includes:

§         Public speaking

§         Social

§         Speaking

§         Presentation

§         Communication

CAREERS IN PERFORMING ARTS

      Interested in a career in the performing arts?

§         Headshot advice

§         Resume assistance

§         Career guidance

§         Exposure to casting directors and talent agents

§         Develop and perfect theatre skills

§         Participation builds resume experience and training

      Internships offered in wardrobe, directing, musical direction, hair and makeup, technical lighting and sound, set design, stage management