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Workshops
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| Journey of Light & Sound - Healing Sounds Concert Matthew Duplessie | Friday, Dec 2 6:30-8:00 (doors at 6:00pm) All Ages $10 per person | Join local musician, artist and teacher Matthew Duplessie on a Journey of Healing Sounds at the Cultural Arts Studio Theater in Savannah. Audiences are invited to become immersed in the cultural sounds of the aboriginal didgeridoo, Native American flute, tribal drum rhythms, elaborate guitar expressions, piano flourishes, soaring vocals, and more as Matthew intuitively guides listeners through intricate layers of sonic loops created spontaneously with his live-looping technologies. Bring a blanket, pillow or yoga mat, or sit comfortably in provided seating and take in the journey of sounds as well as enjoy visual accompaniment by visual effects. Register Online. |
| Watercolor a Holiday Card Billie Stultz | Saturday, Dec 3 10:30am-12:30pm Ages 17+ Monday, Dec 19 1-3pm Teens, Ages 13+ $10 per person | Create and take home a watercolor holiday card! This workshop is designed for all levels, sample designs will be available or create and combine your own unique design. Either way, enjoy a creative morning and leave with an original artwork. Cards can also be cut out and turned into ornaments during class or by the recipient! Register Online. |
| Portrait in Colored Pencil Christina Taylor | Saturday, Dec 3 $25 $20 - City of Savannah Resident rate | Are you ready for color! This workshop introduces you to the use of colored pencils through mixing and blending techniques that are focused on making beautiful portraits. Register Online |
| Arts & Culture Nonprofit Panel | Thursday, Dec 8 12:30-1:30pm FREE and open to the public | New and emerging nonprofits and individuals thinking about starting a nonprofit organization, especially one that focuses on arts and culture, are invited join us at our upcoming open panel discussion with local nonprofit leaders. Speakers will be discussing topics including, but not limited to, grant writing, marketing, general nonprofit management, fundraising, and their experiences working for and developing programming. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and participate in our open discussion. Guest speakers will include individuals from several nonprofit organizations including: •Molly Lieberman, Executive Director, Loop It Up Savannah, Inc. •Dr. Brad Behr, Education and Community Initiatives Director, Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra •Tia Brightwell, Executive Director, T.I.A. Through It All, Inc. If you would like to attend this session, we ask that you RSVP to SCACcontracts@savannahga.gov or Register Online by Wednesday, December 7th. Light refreshments will be served |
| Painting in Soft Pastels Rebecca Marcussen | Saturday, Dec 10 10am-1pm Adult (17+) $25 $20 - City of Savannah Resident rate | In this workshop students will learn about various ways artists use pastels to create a landscape painting. Working from a provided photograph, students will complete a 9 x 12 finished landscape. No previous experience is necessary. Materials are provided, but students may bring any soft pastels and pastel pencils they have. But do not bring Oil Pastels, they do not mix! Register Online |
| Enamel Ornaments Christina Taylor | Saturday, Dec 17 *Waitlist* 10am-1pm Adult (16+) $35 $30 - city of Savannah Resident Rate | Create colorful ornaments to keep or gift to others! Designed as a fun introduction to torch and kiln fired enameling techniques, you’ll learn to saw and punch out shapes, properly prep your copper and build complex colors with multiple firings. Register Online |
| Frozen Fantasy Camp! Kristen Mueller MiKeshia McPhaul | Tuesday Dec 27 - Friday Dec 30 10:00-11:30am Ages 4-8 $50 $40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Dancing into a magical world of ice and snow discovering ways we can move our bodies like Snow Queens or Superheroes with special freezing powers! This class will incorporate dance components, obstacle courses, and crafts to make our frozen fantasy come to life! Register Online |
Performing Arts
Acting & Performing
| Truth and Acting Annie Childress | Mondays 6:30-8:00pm *Registration Closed* Adult 18+ 8-Week Series $80 | In this class we will explore how truth and acting inform one another and are essential partners in breathing life into real and grounded characters. Over this eight-week course, students will engage with the fundamentals of acting and study of character culminating in an end of semester performance. |
Dance - Youth
| Parent/Child Movement Class Kristin Mueller | Tuesdays 9:15-10:00am 6-Week Series $35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | This class offers interactive bonding time with parent and child, geared towards children ages two and three. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop. |
| Pre-Ballet Kristin Mueller | Tuesdays 10:30-11:00am Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 *note no class on Nov 22 $50 $30 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Twirl into Pre-Ballet! This class is for preschoolers taking their very first dance class. We’ll learn the basic fundamental positions and movements to find the magic and joy ballet brings through interactive songs and fun props to aid in coordination and balance. |
| Creative Movement MiKeshia McPhaul | Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm *Registration Closed* Youth (Ages 6-9) 5-Week Series | Stretch your imagination and explore movement through music and dance! No dance experience required for this all levels class, come ready to move! This class will build teamwork skills and confidence. |
| Youth Ballet/Jazz Combo Kristin Mueller | Wednesdays 9:15-10:15am 6-Week Series $55 | Join us for a perfect combined class of grace and groovy! No experience necessary for this dynamic duo class that will teach the basics of ballet terminology before turning up the tempo into introductory jazz. Each genre will be split into 30-minute increments allowing enough time for a full class of warmup, technique and even a routine that will keep students on their toes! Either Jazz shoes or ballet will work for both. Tights and leotards are still needed. Leggings or athletic shorts may be worn during jazz to put over leotard. |
Dance - Adult | ||
| Dance Class Pack! | 8-Week Pack for Drop In Dance $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Try out all our dance classes or switch between your favorites as your schedule allows with the dance class pack! The class pack is good for all adult dance drop in classes (drop in rate is $10 per class when purchased as a single). Pay upfront and drop in easy for the whole session! This card is valid immediately through the end of 2022. |
| Dynamic Dance MiKeshia McPhaul | Mondays 6:00-7:00pm $70 | A fun, creative, and energetic class that will incorporate movements from different genres of dance including Jazz, African, Hip-Hop, and more. This is an all levels class that will expose you to a variety of dance styles that are guaranteed to keep your heartrate up! Drop in for $10 through Oct 10 by registering here! |
| Heels Dance MiKeshia McPhaul | Tuesdays 6:30-7:45pm Adult (Ages 18+) 7 Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov No class November 1 $70 $50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop-in Rate | Strut your stuff and learn how to move while dancing in heels! This class will build confidence through fun warmups, across the floor drills, and choreography. This is a beginner friendly class, break up your normal routine and join us! Class attire: Wear comfortable clothing that makes you feel confident. Thick, chunky heels with a shorter height are recommended for beginners. There will be heel protectors provided in class for taller, thinner heels. Drop in for $10 through Oct 5 by registering here! New full session classes starts Oct 18! *note date change from Wednesday to Tuesday. |
| Adult Intro to Ballet Kristin Mueller | Thursdays 10:30-11:30am Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 *no class Nov 24 $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop in Rate | No experience needed for exploring this beautiful and disciplined form of dance. Focusing on body alignment, turnout, and balance through detailed barre warmup, center work, and building the basics of ballet movements to move across the floor will come together to find the peace and solitude that a ballet classroom setting transports you to. |
| Musical Theater Dance MiKeshia McPhaul | Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm Adult (16+) Drop in - $10 (Register here) Oct 6, 13 6-Week Series Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm Oct 20, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8 *no class Oct 27 or Nov 24 $60 $40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop in Rate | Get ready to own the stage as you learn a variety of dance routines to some musical theatre favorites! This class will incorporate several styles including Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop, and more. Drop in for $10 through Oct 13 by registering here! New full session classes starts Oct 20! |
| African Dance Brenton Jordan | Thursdays 7:15-8:15pm Adult (18+) Drop in - $10 (Register here) Oct 6 8-Week Series Thursdays 7:15-8:15pm Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 *No class Nov 24 $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop in Rate | African Dance is an energetic expression of culture through dance. Dancers and non-dancer of all levels are welcome to learn and move! Drop in for $10 through Oct 6 by registering here! New full session classes starts Oct 20! |
| Adult Intermediate Ballet Heather Maze | Fridays 10:30-12:00pm Adult 16+ 7-week Series Oct 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16 *no class Nov 11 or 25 $70 $50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop-in Rate | This class offers traditional ballet technique and vocabulary structured around a comprehensive barre to focus on safe body alignment, building strength, coordination, placement, and balance in preparation for center exercises such as adagio, turns and jumps. Classes emphasize the science of proper functional movement mechanics and form while encouraging artistic expression and individuality. Previous experience recommended. Shoes: Ballet Shoes |
Music
| Toot Your Flute Erika Andres | Mondays 4:30-5:15pm *Registration Closed* Ages 5-9 6-Week Series Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 28 $35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Learn how to play the flute with the Nuvo Toot! The Toot provides an excellent opportunity to start learning how to play the flute on an instrument that is small, durable, and colorful! In the 6-week class, students will learn how to play and read their first few notes and perform several songs together in a fun group setting. Instruments: Nuvo Toots will be provided for use during class and thoroughly cleaned between sessions, however it is recommended to purchase your own if possible in order to practice outside of class. Order online: https://tinyurl.com/NuvoToot |
| Brazilian Percussion Andrew Hartzell | Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm Teen and Adult (Ages 14+) 8-Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 *no class Nov 22 $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop-in Rate | This eight week series of classes will focus on learning the percussion instruments and playing techniques for two exciting and dynamic music styles from Salvador Bahia Brazil. Come join the fun! |
| DIY Musician Raquelle Blackwood | Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm *Registration Closed* Teen (Ages 13-18) 6-Week Series Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 *no class Nov 23 $60 $40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Learn how to DIY your musical projects! Learning to DIY (Do It Yourself) is an incredibly important part of being a modern musician. During this course, we will learn how to put your own musical projects together, how and where to record your songs, how to market your projects, and of course, the most applicable and crucial information to know when planning a career in the music industry. |
| Introduction to Healing Sounds with Voice Mathew Duplessie | Saturdays 1:00-2:00pm *Registration Closed* Adult (18+) 7- Week Course $70 | Join internationally renowned musician and sound healer Matthew Duplessie on a 7-week journey into the healing potentials of sound, frequency and vibration. Learn how to use your voice for healing purposes, experience healing sound instruments, learn to listen to the healing potentials of the body, as well how to develop one's ability to create healing space by learning the basics to sound healing. Instrument demonstrations include voice, didgeridoo, singing bowls, flutes, percussion, rhythm guitar and more. Participate in healing sound circles as well as receive weekly sound healing. Participants are invited to bring similar healing instruments for participation as well as for mentorship. Consider bringing a comfortable blanket to sit on. Chairs will be available. |
Visual Arts
Youth 2D and Mixed Media Art
| Homeschool Art Antonia Gorham | Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm *Waitlist Only* Youth (6-12) 6 Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 *No class Nov 22 $85 | Learn, create, and have fun in our art series prepared for home schooled students! Each session will offer a different creative and educational activity to foster artistic expression. Parents are encouraged to join in on the fun for free. |
| Discovering Art Darina Kockova | Saturdays 9:00-10:00am *Registration Closed* Youth (6-8) 6-Week Series Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3 *no class Nov 26 $85 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, making drip paintings, and creating mixed media artwork. |
| Adventures in Art Nikki Zuaro | Saturdays 9:00-10:00am *Registration Closed* Youth (9-12) 6-Week Series Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3 *no class Nov 26 $85 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, making drip paintings, and creating mixed media artwork. |
| Adult 2D and Mixed Media Art | ||
| Foundations of Watercolor Painting Billie Stultz | Mondays 6:30-8:30pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 28, Dec 5, 12 *no class Nov 21 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Watercolor Painting will introduce you to the fundamentals and technical skills of watercolor painting. This course will go over various painting and brush techniques, color theory, perspective drawing/painting, and value which will develop or enhance your skills as a painter. This course is designed for the complete beginner and will introduce you to the wonderful world of watercolor step by step. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. |
| Watercolor Painting Beyond the Basics Billie Stultz | Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 *no class Nov 22 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Beyond the Basics is a more advanced watercolor class than Foundations of Watercolor. This class takes you through exercises that build upon the basics of watercolor painting. In this class we will be working with a vibrant color palette and learning new techniques that will challenge you and strengthen your skills as a painter. This class is designed for students who have some experience with the medium of watercolor and wish to strengthen their skills and learn new techniques. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. |
| Drawing Fundamentals and Beyond Christina Taylor | Tuesdays 10:00am-12:00pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 *no class Nov 22 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Realistic drawing doesn’t come naturally to most people but is instead a learned skill similar to learning to read. Through the understanding of perception, this course is designed to build in you both the confidence and the skills to draw anything. Perfect for complete beginners and those looking to brush up their skill set, you’ll finish this course with the knowledge to create stunning designs and finished drawings. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. View the class materials list. (page 4) |
| Acrylic Painting: Foundations Darina Kockova (Thursday) Ray Hummel (Friday) | Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 $110 Fridays 10:00am-12:00pm $95 | Explore the creative and fun world of acrylic painting! Designed for beginners or anyone looking to improve their skills, this class will guide you through a number of styles and techniques of this user-friendly medium. The class will cover basic materials, the properties of acrylics, color theory, composition, glazes, expressive painting, and more. Over the length of the class, you will have the opportunity to complete 5 finished artworks. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. View the class materials list. |
| Acrylic Painting: Beyond the Basics Nikki Zuaro | Saturdays 10:30am-12:30pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10, 17 *no class Nov 26 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Acrylic painting is an amazingly versatile medium that can be used for a wide range of painting techniques. This class covers acrylics properties and materials, composition, and more. Students will work on landscapes, skyscapes, flowers, still life, collage, and abstract paintings. All students should have a basic knowledge of drawing and some painting experience. Come develop your personal style and painting skills with us! |
| Mindfully Making Art Cindy Male | Saturdays 9:00-10:00am *Registration Closed* Ages 16+ 6-Week Series Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10, 17 *no class Nov 26 $95 $85 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Tap into your intuitive creative energy in this class that incorporates meditation, yoga and other mindfulness techniques in the art making process. Art materials and yoga mats provided. |
Ceramics
| Ceramics: Youth Antonia Gorham | Mondays 4:00-5:00pm *Registration Closed* Youth (Ages 9-12) 6 Week Session $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Explore the creative possibilities in clay! This fun and energetic class geared toward young artists will cover a mix of skill-building and experimental projects. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Must be accompanied by an adult. | |
| Ceramics: Teen Clay Antonia Gorham | Mondays 6:00-8:00pm *Registration Closed* Teen (Ages 12-16) 8 Week Session $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Explore the creative possibilities in clay! This fun and energetic class is geared toward any level of experience and will cover a mix of handbuilding skill-building and experimental projects. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. | |
| Ceramics: Wheel Beyond the Basics Cameron Frost | Tuesdays 6:30-9:00pm *WAITLIST ONLY* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 *no class Nov 22 $110 | Go beyond the basics! Over the course of eight weeks, participants develop their throwing skills, explore experimentation with shapes, glazes and sculptural additions. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. It is recommended to have an understanding of the basics of throwing and centering before taking this class. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. | |
| Ceramics Handbuilding Wednesday AM - Rebecca Ball Wednesday and Thursday PM - Cameron Frost | Adult (16+) Wednesdays 9:30am-12:00pm *Registration Closed* 8-Week Series Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30, Dec 7, 14 *no class Nov 23 Wednesdays 6:00-8:30pm *Registration Closed* 8-Week Series Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30, Dec 7, 14 *no class Nov 23 Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm *WAITLIST* Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 *no class Nov 24 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Explore the creative and fun world of clay handbuilding. Each week will cover a different hand construction technique, glazing, and problem-solving in clay. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. | |
| Ceramics: Beginning Wheel Cameron Frost | Fridays 9:30am-12:00pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (16+) 7-Week Series $95 | This course will teach the fundamental techniques of using the potters wheel. We will cover throwing, trimming, and glazing techniques and by the end of the class you will be able to use the wheel to create pots and other thrown pieces. This course is appropriate only for students with little or no prior experience. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. | |
| Ceramics: Introduction Cameron Frost | Saturdays 9:30am-12:00pm *WAITLIST* Ages 16+ 8-Week Series Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10, 17 *no class Nov 26 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Have you always wanted to explore the world of ceramics, but didn’t know where to start? This course will give you an overview of techniques in hand construction and on the wheel, glazing, firing, and decorating. Learn to make both functional and sculptural pieces in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. |
Metals & Jewelry
| Teen Jewelry & Metalsmithing Christina Taylor | Tuesdays 6:00-8:00pm *Registration Closed* Ages 12-18 8-Week Series Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 *no class Nov 22 $150 $125 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Create wearable pieces of art while building a foundation working with metals (copper, brass, and silver). Covering both cold and hot connections (torch!), forming, and fabrication, you’ll gain an understanding of all our metals studio has to offer. This class is suitable for beginners or students with limited experience. All materials supplied. |
| Mosaics: Pam Reynolds | Wednesdays 7:00-9:00pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series | Learn basic mosaic techniques and create your own art piece for outdoor display! Each student will design and choose materials for their own unique design, learning different mosaic methods along the way. The course is structured for learning the basics or discovering a new technique. No experience necessary; experienced students can work at their own pace with guidance from the instructor. Make your own unique mosaic, ready to take home at the end of the course! |
| Jewelry & Metalsmithing: Foundations Christina Taylor | Thursdays 10:00am-12:00pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 *no class Nov 24 $150 $125 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Create wearable pieces of art while building a foundation working with metals (copper, brass, and silver). Covering both cold and hot connections (torch!), forming, and fabrication, you’ll gain an understanding of all our metals studio has to offer. |
| Jewelry & Metalsmithing: BEYOND the Basics Christina Taylor | Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm *Registration Closed* Adult (16+) 8-Week Series Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 *no class Nov 24 $150 $125 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Take your metalsmithing skills to the next level! This class will cover techniques that go beyond simple fabrication. Learn to make bezel settings for cabochons, solder multi-operational designs together by adding ring shanks to settings, hidden bails and pinbacks, and create hollow forms that add dimension to your work. This class is suitable for students with some metal and jewelry experience. All materials supplied |
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