Join us for Pied Piper Theatre's 2026 Devised Intensive - Medusa & Circe:  an Odyssey

Medusa & Circe:  An Odyssey is this year's devised piece directed once again, by Alex Mills and Ashton Schaffer.  This production will bring the wonders and trials of Greek mythology to life through the imaginations of its young performers.  Filled with creativity, humor and heart, this collaborative adventure invites audiences to experience timeless myths reimagined through the voices of a new generation.

Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursday's from 5:30-7:30 pm beginning March 17.  There will be no rehearsals on Marich 31 or April 2.

Tech week will begin on Monday, May 11 and run May 11, May 12, May 13 and 14.

There will be three ticketed performances on May 15, 16 and 17 in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.

(Ages 8 - 16)

What is a devised theatrical piece?  Devising theatre is a powerful and engaging genre that encourages young students to take active role in the creative process.  Our students will use the description above as inspiration to create an original production from the ground up.

Class members will receive two complimentary tickets to be used on the performance of their choice.

Instructors: Alex Mills and Ashton Shaffer.

Tuition: $375 Register, Members Tuition $318.75 (Enrollment is limited)

Explore the beautiful fluidity and transparency of watercolor. Beginners will learn basic tools and techniques.

Experienced students will explore new methods, materials, and styles.

This class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session. 

A list of supplies can be found on the Classes and Camps page, or by clicking here. Watercolor paper will be provided by the instructor.

Fridays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

April 10th - May 8th

For ages 15 & up.

Tuition: $190  Supply Fee: $5

This imaginative class teaches young performers how to bring a character to life through acting, movement, and playful storytelling.

Each week, students explore how characters think, feel, move, and express themselves, turning simple ideas into fully realized personalities. Through theatre games, creative exercises, and guided exploration, kids will practice using their voices, bodies, and imaginations to step into someone new.

This class is designed for children with or without prior theatre experience. Every activity is welcoming, accessible, and beginner-friendly, offering gentle challenges for more confident young performers while keeping things fun and comfortable for brand-new students.

Ages 5-8

Fridays 4:30-5:30 pm

April 10 - May 1

Class Fee: $76

The Art of Writing: Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem is a four-week writing workshop focused on writing mysteries. In the words of the great Sherlock Holmes, “The game’s afoot!”

As writers, the mystery genre is one of the most challenging, because it is a game you play with your reader, doing your best to keep them from solving the case until the very end while still having the solution make perfect sense in hindsight.

Throughout this writing course, we’ll explore the great detectives and the kinds of mysteries from classic to noir to cozy and how to construct one that will keep your readers guessing.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of fresh writing, peer feedback, and practical tools to continue your writing journey beyond the workshop.

Come ready to write, share, and grow.

This workshop is open to writers of all levels and genres.

Ages 15+

Fridays 6-8 pm

April 10th - May 1st

Class Fee: $152

Have fun exploring the many different techniques one can use with watercolor pencils!

Watercolor pencils are a versatile medium because they can be used dry for colored-pencil effects, partially diluted, or completely diluted. These pencils are fun to use and can create smooth or textured artwork, and they’re a great way to become more comfortable with watercolor as a painting medium!

Accomplished artist Valerie Larson will be presenting examples of her own watercolor-pencil paintings, showcasing various techniques she uses. These techniques include mixing colors, creating paper palettes, and much more.

Students can bring their own photo for painting inspiration or follow along with the one provided in the workshop. You will also be working on Aquabord, a clay-like surface made for watercolors. 

ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED VIA THE SUPPLY FEE!!

Ages 15+

Saturday, April 11th

1-3:30 pm

Registration Fee: $47.50        Supply Fee: $7

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this installment in our ARTful Wellness series, brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.

Lose yourself in this relaxing watercolor class, where you can take your mind out of your everyday life and submerge into your paper. Unleash your creativity,  and let your imagination take over in this meditative watercolor class.

This free wellness workshop is open to all levels, and no painting experience is needed.

Ages 15+

Sunday, April 12th

12-2 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!!

This FREE wellness class is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.

Whether you are a beginning artist or just want to improve your skills, these classes will explore the basis of all art...drawing!

This series is designed to identify fundamental drawing skills that the participants can take and develop further on their own. Participants can take one or several sessions; each session will introduce a different aspect of drawing, such as gesture, line, shading, proportions, etc.

Gaining Perspective

In this class you will learn techniques to help you depict accurate proportion and perspective in your artwork. These skills are applicable to any medium, but you will be concentrating on preliminary drawings rather than finished work. Students may work in black in white or in color. 

See the suggested supply list here - note that supplies will not be provided for this class!

Ages 15+

Thursday 4-5:30 pm

April 16th - May 7th

Registration Fee: $114

Learn the art of "Beautiful Writing" with renowned artist Michele Frantz.

Students will be introduced to the versatile "Bookhand" alphabet, suitable for both elegant documents and everyday writing. After this four week course you will have all the fundamentals you need to start creating unique, homemade messaging for all the important moments in your life.

 All supplies will be provided via the supplies fee.

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

April 16 - May 7

Class Fee: $114                             Supply Fee: $8