Independence Day Closure

Orange County Library System will be closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The library system will resume normal business hours on Sunday, July 5. Learn more about library closures

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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

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Sunday July 5 2:00pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

This 8-week course explores scene elements and introduces students to short-form improv games. Build necessary performance skills to elevate scenes, characters and storytelling.

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Registration Required
Monday July 6 10:30am

Melrose Center (Melrose Rehearsal Space – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances; Video Production

Learn how to use a self-tape kit to film your audition pieces. This class will cover how to set up the equipment safely and lighting settings needed to capture your best takes.

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Registration Required
Tuesday July 7 10:30am

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Learn basic theater terminology, types of theaters and the roles each person plays in productions in this introductory theater class. This class is taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

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Registration Required
Wednesday July 8 4:30pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Rehearsal Space – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Four day series designed to teach new actors basic acting, character development and monologue selection. The final day will include a performance on the Melrose Stage. No acting experience required.

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No Registration Required
Saturday July 11 4:00pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Join us the second Saturday of each month at the Melrose Center for this fun filled rollercoaster of laughs featuring improv actors from the Orlando Improv Community.

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Registration Required
Sunday July 12 2:00pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

This 8-week course explores scene elements and introduces students to short-form improv games. Build necessary performance skills to elevate scenes, characters and storytelling.

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Registration Required
Monday July 13 11:00am

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Students learn what a pop song is and how to create songs their audience will want to hear repeatedly. This class is taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

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Scene Study

Building to Transition

Registration Required
Tuesday July 14 10:30am

Melrose Center (Melrose Rehearsal Space – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

A scene study course designed to build to a pivotal moment in the script, specifically scenes transitioning into songs. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

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Registration Required
Wednesday July 15 4:30pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Rehearsal Space – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Four day series designed to teach new actors basic acting, character development and monologue selection. The final day will include a performance on the Melrose Stage. No acting experience required.

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Registration Required
Sunday July 19 2:00pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Stage – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

This 8-week course explores scene elements and introduces students to short-form improv games. Build necessary performance skills to elevate scenes, characters and storytelling.

Learn more>