RabaTEENS is a nurturing space for deep and meaningful Islamic spiritual mentorship with compassionate and caring mentors. We design fun, creative, and positive educational experiences to help teens grow confidently and comfortably into their faith.


Class Description


Bring your acting talents to life in this exciting class with the wonderful Anse Michelle! From auditions to the final performance, students will be guided through every step of the process in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment. 

The course will end with a final performance, where students can invite their loved ones to share in their love of acting, celebrate their hard work and creativity, and experience their joy in expressing themselves through this beautiful deen. 

Whether you are new to acting or returning for another round, this class offers a fresh experience each time with a new play and new opportunities to grow. Join us for a lively and memorable five-week course. 

*If you have taken this class before, you are welcome to join again, as a new play will be introduced. 




Class Outline


Week 1: Preparing for Auditions 

Students will begin by getting to know the play, exploring characters, and preparing for auditions through songs, scripts, and guided practice. 


Week 2: Auditions 

Students will learn how to audition for their roles, with parts assigned by the end of the session.  


Week 3: Rehearsal 

This week focuses on building confidence through rehearsal, with guidance on acting techniques and memorization strategies. 


Week 4: "Dress Rehearsal"

Students will bring everything together in a full run-through, preparing for the final performance.  


Week 5: Final Production 

The course concludes with a live performance where students showcase their hard work and talent in front of family and guests. 

  • JazakAllahu Khairan to everyone who makes these amazing classes happen!

  • Anse Michelle is so fun and positive! My mindset totally changed after day 1! When signing up for this class, the introvert side of me never thought I'd have so much fun! I am definitely going to sign up to a class with Anse Michelle in the future, InshaAllah!

  • I liked the message of the play

  • It was really fun practicing and seeing the other girls act

  • I liked the part where we perform in front of everyone! It's so exciting!

  • It was very good, and everyone was really nice. I'm hoping to do it again inshaallah

  • Everyone was super nice and the teacher gave us very good acting tips

  • I really liked rehearsing with everyone and seeing everyone's creative side.

  • i loved getting out of my comfort zone and doing things i wouldn’t have done!

  • The way we put on a whole play on Zoom was really cool!

  • I really enjoyed this class and I hope I can do this Drama Club again

  • I loved the teacher because she made us feel comfortable and was very nice and made us feel confident

Class Activity Materials

None 

Required Book

None

Class Day & Time

Sundays, 5:00 - 6:00 PM Central Time 

Session dates: April 12 - May 10 

Students must attend Zoom live sessions. Classes are NOT recorded.


*Enrollment into the RabaTEENS program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

**RabaTEENS programs are for girls aged 12-17 ONLY. Students are required to be 12 already in order to join any of RabaTEENS programs.

Certificate of Participation

Certificates of participation are available upon request.

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued once the session begins. 

Drama Club

Meets once a week for one hour (5-week session)

Instructor

Anse Michelle Sekusky

Anse Michelle Sekusky, an Ohio native, embraced Islam in 2011. In 2013, she enrolled in the Ribaat Academic Institute, studying traditional Islamic education under the guidance of Anse Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray. Within the Columbus, Ohio community, Anse Michelle served on the board of the Noor Islamic Cultural Center for four years and actively volunteered with local masjid committees. There, she also developed a support system for and worked closely with converts for eight years. As an accomplished songwriter and vocalist, Anse Michelle is known for writing, performing, and conducting workshops across the nation. Her foundation in the performing arts, cultivated during her time in middle and high school, was further enriched by touring during her college years. She is passionate about using music to connect women of all ages to their faith through nasheed and singing. Currently, she is a proud member of the Twin City Women’s Choir and serves on the board of Her Voice Productions. Anse Michelle is the Rabata Cultural Center Manager. She remains an enthusiastic student of the Ribaat Academic Institute and actively teaches for Rabata’s Dragonflies and RabaTEENS youth programs. She also contributes by supporting Rabata’s Convert Care program. In 2022, she obtained her ijaza (certification) in the 40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi. Recently, Anse Michelle joined the speakers and board of the Islamic Resource Group (IRG), where she educates the wider community about Islam.