ZOMBIE ACADEMY

OPAC is bringing you all the classes and tools you need to become part of the Living Dead this October.
No need to worry about social distancing. You're bound to stir up horror, revulsion and at least 6-feet of separation after we're done with you. Mwahahaha! Registration opens September 22.

Zombie Makeup 
Saturday, October 10, 2020 
1 to 2:30 pm | OPAC Courtyard

Interested in learning how to use make-up techniques and artistry to capture the imagination of a growing audience looking for chills and thrills? This class equips students with introductory skills and an industry insider perspective on special effects make-up.

Carl Soto of Soto Designs will teach the fundamentals of special effects make-up. From skin and scars to blood and boils, Carl, a 20-year veteran in the special effects industry, will guide students through the Zombie-making process using household materials! 
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This interactive workshop is limited to 15 students, ages 10+. Masks must be worn and social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Dress for mess! Students who complete both Zombie Classes (Makeup + Costuming) get a free t-shirt!

Zombie Costuming  
Saturday, October 17, 2020
1 to 2:30 pm | OPAC Courtyard 

It takes some skill to look this horrible. Just in time for Halloween, OPAC is proud to partner with 20-year special effects veteran, Carl Soto of Soto Designs, for this rare class on Zombie Costuming. 

In this hour-long class you’ll learn the fundamentals of Zombie attire and techniques such as tattering and splattering. Blood, dirt, grime, grease… Let's Zombify your wardrobe! Students are asked to provide their own basic costume or old clothes for Zombification.
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This interactive workshop is limited to 15 students, ages 10+. Masks must be worn and social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Dress for mess! Students who complete both Zombie Classes (Makeup + Costuming) get a free t-shirt!

The Art of Zombie Movement
Saturday, October 24, 2020
1 to 2:30 pm | OPAC Courtyard 

You too can join the ranks of the Living Dead!

Unlock your inner zombie in this ghoulishly fun class! We’ll start with group focal exercises and warm-ups and progress to improv games that will help unleash your monster imagination and unlock your Zombie body. 

Instructor, actor, and director Robert Sanchez will teach techniques that will explore using voice and movement, body awareness, and freedom from self-consciousness. Students will engage in exercises introducing them to acting/movement techniques, including motivation, objectives, observation, and how movement through space… all towards developing your individual zombie character!

All ages are welcome! The class is $10 per person.