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Musical Theatre for Young Actors (8-12)
with Shelby Mejia
Ages: 8 - 12
Step into the spotlight and discover the magic of musical theatre!
In this engaging class, students will explore the three pillars of the stage—singing, acting, and dancing—through fun exercises, group numbers, and age-appropriate scenes from popular musicals. Young performers will build confidence, strengthen their stage presence, and develop foundational performance skills while working collaboratively with their peers.
Perfect for aspiring triple threats, this class encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for the stage!
Thursdays 5:30-7pm
July 30 - August 27
Tuition: $142.50
Scene Study for Young Adults (13-18)
with Shelby Mejia
Ages: 13 - 18
In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances. Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft. The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class.
Ages 13-18
Fridays 5:30-7pm
July 31 - August 21
Registration Fee: $114
Watercolor Basics and Beyond
with Michele Frantz
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.
Ages 15+
Fridays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
August 7-28
Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $5
Acrylics Basics and Beyond
with Michele Frantz
Join artist Michele Frantz for a 4 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
August 11 - September 1
Tuition: $152 Canvas Fee: $5
Journey to Composition: Into the Light
with Michele Frantz
Join us for an introduction to creating the illusion of atmosphere and depth in interiors and still life art!
Learn how light and shadow affects how we perceive objects in a limited space, such as a room or a tabletop, and how it differs from achieving depth in landscape art.
Students will come away with an understanding of the role of color, value, edges and contrast, and how to use them to improve their art.Students may work in any media. Students must bring their own supplies! Michele will provide reference photos, or students may use their own.
Ages 15+
Thursdays 4-5:30 pm
August 13 - September 3
Registration Fee: $114
Exploring Acrylics
with Michele Frantz
Join artist Michele Frantz for an evening class in acrylic painting. Quick drying, vibrant, and versatile, acrylics may be applied to a wide variety of surfaces and altered with different additives. Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions. Supplies will not be provided - please check the supplies list here for everything you need!
For ages 15 & up.
Thursdays 6-7:30 pm
August 13-September 3
Tuition: $114
Do-It-Yourself Matting and Framing
with Michele Frantz
This workshop will cover the basics of framing works on both paper and canvas, the tools and materials required, where to get them, and standards you will be expected to meet if you are thinking of entering your work in art shows.
Each participant will have the opportunity to cut a mat and go through the steps to a finished, framed work. Students will need to provide the following: an 8x10 frame (wood preferred) and a piece of art.
If the art is on paper, the image area should be either 4x6 or 5x7. If the art is on a canvas or board, it should be 8x10. All other supplies will be provided via the supply fee.
Ages 18+
Saturday, August 15th
1-3:30 pm
Registration Fee: $47.50 Supply Fee: $10
Shakespeare 101
with Shelby Mejia
Ages: 13 - 18
Do you want to learn more about Shakespeare, but don't know where to start? Come join Ms. Shelby for a one-day workshop that will leave actors excited and confident about exploring The Bard's work!
Actors will engage in textual analysis and hands-on activities to help Shakespeare's text come to life and become more accessible to read.
Each student will leave with a monologue that has been worked on during the workshop, and feedback that will help them take their Shakespearean skills to the next level beyond our work session!
Ages 13-18
Saturday, August 29th
2-6 pm
Registration Fee: $76