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OUR EXPRESSIONS TEAM

Charryse Parish

Program Director

Kathi McAdoo

Program Manager

Devon George

Program Manager

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​The Intensive
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The Expressions Summer Intensive is a premier program by the Innovative Arts Conservatory Foundation, offering an exceptional platform for students aged 9 to 19 to explore and refine their talents in art, dance, media, theater, and music. This six-week immersive experience fosters artistic growth, collaboration, and confidence, culminating in a showcase that highlights student achievements.

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Program Highlights

• Tailored for Passionate Creatives: Students receive focused, high-quality instruction in a chosen artistic discipline.

• Diverse Showcase Opportunities:
  • Audition for annual IACF Performance
  • Summer Performance

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• Program Dates
  • Dates: July 7 – July11
  • Daily Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Where: Sadler Means YWLA

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• Curriculum:
  • Theater: Acting and stagecraft

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A nurturing environment with top-tier instructors.

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​Expressions Summer -ACTING FOCUS

Voice & Speech

• Focus: Vocal expression, articulation, projection, and emotional range.

 
Physical Theater & Movement

• Focus: Body awareness, character physicality, movement-based storytelling.

 
Scene Study & Improvisation

• Focus: Acting technique, collaboration, creativity, and spontaneity.

 
Film Acting & Character Development

• Focus: Professional insights, film technique, and deep character work.

 
 🎬 Friday Final Hour (4:15 – 5:00 PM)  Mini Showcase

Guest Instructor

Clyde R. Jones is a Tri Star actor, writer, and director from Louisiana, best known for his unforgettable role as the “Soul Glo Man”  in Coming to America (1988). His film work includes powerful performances in Emancipation (2022) alongside Will Smith and Get on Up (2014) as Daddy Grace.
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On television, Jones has made memorable appearances in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Quantum Leap, Queen Sugar, The Fantasia Barrino and NCIS: New Orleans. Beyond acting, he has directed indie films. With decades of experience, Jones remains a creative force in film and television.

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May 17th - May 18th, 2025

Expressions Summer Intensive Class 2024

Expressions Summer Intensive Presentation

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