Improv can be a scary concept for actors who aren't given the space or time to practice the craft, but this class will help!

Through this course, instructor Shelby Mejia will assist actors in developing improv skills with instruction and games that aim to allow actors to relax and rely on their natural instincts to navigate improvised scenes and games.

The course will conclude with a short performance of improvised games to showcase what students have learned throughout the course.

Ages 9-12

Tuesdays 5:30-7 pm

November 3-17

Registration Fee: $85.50

Solo performance can be frightening for those who haven't had an opportunity to grow their skills, but we have the answer!

This course is the perfect place to get more comfortable with performing monologues and owning the stage solo.

Through theatre games, activities, tailored rehearsals, and individualized feedback, students will be ready to perform solo pieces with confidence and style at our final group presentation.

Ages 13-17

Thursdays 5:30-7 pm

November 5-19

Registration Fee: $85.50

What does snow in watercolor look like? It’s far more than just the white of the paper!

In this four week course, students will learn how washes of color can transform your image and create wonderful landscapes. 

Please note that paper will be provided via the paper fee, but no other supplies will be provided!! A list of suggested supplies can be found here. 

Ages 16+

Saturdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

January 7-28

Registration Fee: $190     Paper Fee: $5

Develop your observational painting skills by working directly from a live figure model!

Students will learn to accurately observe proportion, anatomy, value, color, and edge relationships while exploring traditional oil painting techniques.

Through demonstrations and individualized instruction, participants will strengthen their understanding of painting the human form from life.

Some prior oil painting experience is recommended.

Please note that side from a canvas, supplies will not be provided for this class!! A list of suggested supplies can be found here.

Ages 15+

Saturdays 2-5 pm

November 7-28

Registration Fee: $228     Canvas Fee: $5

Bring an original world to life through drawing and painting!

Students will design unique characters, creatures, environments, and cultures while learning the fundamentals of visual storytelling, composition, color, and concept development.

Through guided exercises and individual feedback, each student will create a fully realized narrative artwork inspired by a world of their own imagination.

Please note that aside from a canvas, no supplies will be provided for this class!! A list of suggested supplies can be found here. 

Ages 15+

Saturdays 6-8 pm

November 7-28

Registration Fee: $152     Canvas Fee: $5

Join us for this beginners class all about the digital art application "Procreate". 

In this 2-day course, students will go over things from the beginning such as brushes, erasers, smudging, canvas size, how resolution works with digital art, all the way up through how to use layers and why they are important.

Professional digital artist and streamer Jon Flanders will work you through a guided project using their gained knowledge to let them become more comfortable with making art of your own at home digitally.

Please note that students will need to bring their own iPad and digital pencil, and will need to have Procreate downloaded prior to the start of class!

Ages 15+

Sundays 12:30-3:30

November 15-22

Registration Fee: $114

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 3 lesson session in acrylic painting! 

Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different surfaces, and modified with various additives.

Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions.

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

Click here for a list of supplies. Canvases and boards will be provided by the instructor.

Please note that the first class will be held at the City of Manassas Community Center.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

December 1-15

Tuition: $114                    Canvas Fee: $5

In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives.

This exploration will be done using theatre games, scene work, improvisation practice, character development, and storytelling techniques.

Ages 9-12

Tuesdays 5:30-7

December 1-15

Registration Fee: $85.50