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)

Discover the power of value and form using charcoal in one transformative afternoon. 

Join us for a welcoming, beginner-friendly charcoal workshop designed to strengthen your drawing fundamentals and boost your artistic confidence. We’ll explore value, three-dimensional form, edges, and mark-making while learning how to use vine charcoal, charcoal pencils, erasers, and blending tools with intention.

This class is perfect for anyone wanting clearer skills, stronger drawings, or a solid foundation for painting.

All supplies provided via the supplies fee!

Ages 13+

Saturday, March 21st

11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Class Fee: $150    Supplies Fee: $25

Learn how to use the paint medium gouache and how fun and versatile it can be! You will learn how to paint a variety of flowers, learning the basic lines and shapes needed to create a flower.

You will explore a few different styles and create up to three different paintings of flowers!

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

March 25 - April 22

Class Fee: $190     Supplies Fee: $20

Jumpstart your drawing skills in just five hours!

Ready to finally feel confident with your drawing? This 5-hour intensive workshop is designed to give you a strong foundation in the essentials: composition, proportion, and accuracy. You’ll learn to see like an artist, simplify complex forms, and capture not just “a dog,” but JoJo the dog—unique and true to life.

Through guided demonstrations and hands-on exercises, you’ll sharpen your eye, build control, and complete a finished still-life drawing using all the techniques covered. Whether you’re a total beginner or a painter looking to strengthen your drawing skills, this crash course will give you tools you can use right away.

All materials provided. Just bring your sketchbook and a set of pencils—everything else is ready for you.

Saturday, April 4th

11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Registration Fee: $150

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 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.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

April 7th - May 5th

Tuition: $190 Canvas Fee: $5

Looking to shake up your approach to watercolors? This class will show you how to elevate your paintings with ink accents that help your subjects pop!

In this multi-media class, instructor Mike Flynn will guide students through four different projects using ink pen and watercolor paint.

Students will conquer a new project each week, and learn the fundamentals of using both pen and paint to create beautiful art. Some watercolor experience is helpful, but no required, for this class!

Canvases and pens will be provided via the supply fee, paint supplies will need to be purchased. You can find supply lists here.

Ages 16+

Wednesdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

April 8-29

Registration Fee: $190                Paper Fee: $10

John will present a two hour class where he leads students in painting an original piece of art based on his signature strange and wonderful style using acrylic paints. Students will paint along and be encouraged to create their own original work.

He will address the following :

- Composition

- Finding shapes

- Lines of action

- Color theory

- Working with a color palette

- Stop thinking and start creating

Wednesday, April 8th 4-6 pm

Class Fee: $38   Canvas Fee: $5

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