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Performing Arts
Acting & Performing
| Savannah SLAMS: Spoken Word and Performance Workshop Series Marquice Williams | Mondays 5:30-7:30pm Adult, Ages 18+ 4-Week Series $40 | A “Slam” is an interactive literary competition where poets and spoken word artists are judged by random audience members on their ability to bring their written work to life on a stage. In honor of National Poetry Writing Month, this workshop will give participants a crash course in all things Slam poetry. This includes working with other writers to create dynamic group poems, exploring writing/performance techniques that can enhance your storytelling skills, receiving FEEDback from like-minded peers on your individual writings, engaging in word play (literary games & prompts), and learning about upcoming poetry slam competitions that you can be a part of. Do you have what it takes to be a slam poet? Of course you do! All levels are welcomed. |
| Comedic Acting (Adult) Tiffany Wright | Mondays 6:45-8:00pm Adult, 18+ 7-Week Series $70 | While many acting classes focus on the dramatic, this class will explore the world of comedic acting. Each week you will discover a new comedic technique that will allow you to become more comfortable in life and on stage by tapping into your own sense of humor. |
| Acting Voice & Movement (Teen) Tiffany Wright | Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm Teen 13-18 6-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3 $60 $40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | For actors and non-actors alike. Through movement and voice acting techniques, participants will learn to become more comfortable with their voice and body and gain confidence in a fun and inventive setting! |
Dance - Youth & Teen
| Parent/Child Movement Class Kristin Mueller | Wednesdays 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. Attire: Comfortable Clothing Register |
| Youth Ballet/Jazz Combo Kristin Mueller | Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am 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! Attire: Tights and leotards, either jazz or ballet shoes will work for both portions. Leggings or athletic shorts may be worn during jazz to put over leotard. Register |
| Pre-Ballet Kristin Mueller | Thursdays 9:30-10:00am 6-Week Series $35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Twirl into Pre-Ballet! This class is for preschoolers taking their very first dance class, learning 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. Attire: Ballet shoes, leotard, and tights Register |
| Creative Movement MiKeshia McPhaul | Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm Youth (Ages 6-9) 6-Week Series $40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | This class is for youth to use their imaginations to explore movement through music and dance. This class will build teamwork skills and individual confidence! Attire: Comfortable clothing you can move in Register |
| Magical Movement Veron Nicole | Saturdays 9:30-10:30am 6-Week Series $60 | Young dancers are welcomed to a magical class where they will explore their favorite theme songs or musical playlists from Disney classics new favorites through dance and movement! Open to all levels, have fun and Explore Disney with us! Attire: Comfortable clothing or dance wear and dance shoes you can move in. |
Dance - Adult | ||
| Dance Class Pack! | 8-Week Pack for Drop In Dance $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Try out all of our adult 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 for the spring 2023 session of classes AND dance workshops. Dance classes: Dynamic Dance, Heels Dance, Musical Theatre Dance, Hip Hop, Intro to Ballet, Intermediate Ballet |
| Dynamic Dance MiKeshia McPhaul | Mondays 6:00-7:00pm Last winter class! Monday, March 13. $10 drop in or class card. 8-Week Series $80 | 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! Attire: Comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in |
| Heels Dance MiKeshia McPhaul & Kristin Mueller | Tuesdays 6:30-7:45pm Adult (Ages 18+) 8-Week Series March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $80 $60 - 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. |
| Musical Theater Dance MiKeshia McPhaul | Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm Adult (16+) 8-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 $80 $60 - 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. Attire: Comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in |
| Hip Hop Dance Darryl Davis | Wednesdays 7:15-8:15pm Adult (18+) 8-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 $80 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate $10 - Drop in Rate | This Hip Hop Class will focus on street jazz which is the whole focus of body movement through levels and interchanges of rhythm and musicality. The class will have a blend of styles including animation, tutt, isolation, old and new styles which will include up-to-date dance movements. Challenge yourself physically and mentally while building endurance! Register Attire: Comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in |
| Adult Intro to Ballet Kristin Mueller | Thursdays 10:30-11:30am March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 $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. Attire: Comfortable clothing shoes you can move in |
| Adult Intermediate Ballet Heather Maze | Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm No class March 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 $80 $60 - 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 and turns and culminating into more dynamic across the floor exercises and a grande allegro combination. Classes emphasize the science of proper functional movement mechanics and form while encouraging artistic expression and individuality. Previous experience recommended. Register Attire: Ballet shoes. Comfortable, tight-fitting clothing you can dance in. |
Music
| Violin Explorations Rosa Batista | Tuesdays Ages 3-4pm Tuesdays, 4:00-4:30pm Ages 5-7 Tuesdays, 5:00-5:45pm 6-Week Series April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $55 $35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | “Violin exploration” is a music class intended to introduce children to the smallest member of the string family: The Violin. On this first edition of “Violin Exploration” we will learn through games, songs, practice and repetition of one skill at a time: • Parts of the violin. • How to hold the violin and bow. • How to use the bow on the violin. • How to pluck the string violin. • How to take care of the violin. • The staff and notes. • Basic Rhythms. • How to make music on the violin. • How to read and play basic melodies on the violin. Attendees should supply their own violins. A suggested instrument can be found on Amazon Register for the class. |
| Brazilian Percussion Andrew Hartzell | Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm Ages 18+ 7-Week Series April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $70 $50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | During this seven week series of classes students will learn specific techniques for playing a fairly wide range of Samba percussion instruments to not only develop a sound individual level of ability, but also have the experience of playing a Samba arrangement as an ensemble. This series of classes follows a specific arc and I recommend that if possible students attend all seven sessions to fully enjoy and benefit the most from the experience. Instruments provided in class. Let’s play Samba! Register |
| Parent/Child Music Rosa Batista | Saturday 11:00-11:30am *Waitlist* Ages 0-2 years with Parent 6-Week Series April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 $55 $35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Music can play an important role in your child's growth, exposing your child from an early stage to music ignites all areas of child development, surrounding by sounds, instruments and rhythms you will be helping your baby to develop skills like: social - emotional, motor, cognitive, language and literacy. The “Parent and me” music class is a fun activity where parents and their babies can spend quality time and build a strong relation through music stimulation. |
Visual Arts
Youth & Teen 2D and Mixed Media Art
| Teen Drawing & Painting Ray Hummel | Mondays, 4:00-6:00pm Teen (Ages 13-18) 8-Week Series March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Teens only! Come learn how to draw and paint the things you see in everyday life, as well as recreating your favorite heroes, villains, monsters, and more. Students will complete at least 2 finished artworks and have the opportunity to exhibit them in the year-end student/faculty art show. All supplies included. |
| Homeschool Art Antonia Larkin | Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm Youth (6-12) 6 Week Series April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $85 | Learn, create, and have fun in our biweekly art series prepared for home schooled students! Each session will offer a different creative and educational activity to foster artistic expression. Students should wear clothes that can get dirty. |
| Discovering Art Darina Kockova | Saturdays 9:00-10:00am *Waitlist* Youth (6-8) 6-Week Series April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 $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. Students should wear clothes that can get dirty. Register |
| Adventures in Art Rebecca Ball | Saturdays 9:00-10:00am Youth (9-12) 6-Week Series April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 $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. Students should wear clothes that can get dirty. Register |
| Adult 2D and Mixed Media Art | ||
Acrylic Painting | ||
| Abstract Acrylic Painting Paul Kline | Mondays, 10:00am-12:00pm Adult 17+ 8-Week Series March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | If you enjoy painting but have been hesitant to try abstract painting, this class is for you! Working with acrylic paint, we will explore the many possibilities of abstraction. Through the exploration of expressive painting, you will experience the freedom and enjoyment abstract painting can provide. Participants should have some experience with painting and color basics. Supplies not included. View the class supply list here. |
| Acrylic Painting: Foundations Darina Kockova | Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm Adult (17+) | 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 2 or 3 finished artworks. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. Supply List for Wednesday Acrylics Class |
| Painting People: Portrait and Figure Painting Ray Hummel | Thursdays, 10:00am-12:00pm Adult 17+ 8-Week Series March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | The human form has been the basis for representational art throughout history. In this class students will gain knowledge about the figure—how to measure its proportions and replicate perceived colors—in the modern medium of acrylic paint. With a special focus on portraiture, students will capture their own likeness using mirrors and also work from live models. They will come away with four finished paintings. It is recommended that students have drawing experience and some painting experience. Students will be required to provide materials for the class. View Supply List. |
Drawing | ||
| Foundations of Drawing Christina Taylor | Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15 $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 Supply List. |
Pastel Painting | ||
| Pastel Painting Rebecca Marcussen | Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | This class will be an introduction to painting in soft pastels. We will explore various methods and materials by painting a subject that lends itself to the various techniques. We will do at least four paintings, a forest, a marsh, a still life and an animal or pet. There will be photo materials available but working from your own sources is encouraged. The instructor has pastels and pastel pencils to use. If you want to buy your own pastels please wait until after the first class meeting. Please bring any that you already have but please NO oil pastels, they do not mix. Students will be required to provide other materials for the class. View supply list. |
Watercolor Painting | ||
| Watercolor Beyond the Basics Billie Stultz | Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $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. View supply list. |
| Foundations of Watercolor Painting Billie Stultz | Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 $110 $80 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Foundations of 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. View supply list. |
Ceramics
| Ceramics: Youth Antonia Larkin | Mondays 4:00-5:00pm 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 Larkin | Mondays 6:00-8:00pm Teen (Ages 13-18) 8 Week Session $100 - 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: Introduction Cameron Frost | Saturdays 9:30am-12:00pm *Registration Closed* Ages 17+ 8-Week Series April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 $125 $100 - 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. | |
| Ceramics Handbuilding Wednesday AM - Rebecca Ball Thursday PM and Friday AM - Cameron Frost | Adult (17+) Wednesdays 9:30am-12:00pm *Waitlist Only* 8-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm *Waitlist Only* March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 Fridays 9:30am-12:00pm *Waitlist Only* March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 $125 $100 - 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 | Wednesdays 6:00-8:30pm *Registration Closed* Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 $125 | 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: Wheel Beyond the Basics Cameron Frost | Tuesdays 6:00-8:30pm *Registration Closed* Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $125 | 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. This class is designed for students who have gained 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. |
Metals & Jewelry
| Teen Jewelry & Metalsmithing Christina Taylor | Tuesdays 6:00-8:00pm Ages 13-18 8-Week Series March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $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, but projects are scaled up for more experienced students. All materials supplied. Participants are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, which is included in the registration fee. Open studio is Thursdays 2:30-5:30pm. |
| Jewelry & Metalsmithing: Foundations Christina Taylor | Tuesdays 10:00am-12:30pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 $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 included. Participants are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, included with registration. Open studio is Thursdays 2:30-5:30pm |
| Jewelry & Metalsmithing BEYOND the Basics Christina Taylor | Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm *Waitlist Only* Adult (17+) 8-Week Series March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 $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 bales 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 included. Participants are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, included with registration. Open studio is Thursdays 2:30-5:30pm. |
| Mosaics Pam Reynolds | Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm Adult (17+) 8-Week Series | Outdoor Mosaic Project - Learn mosaic techniques using various materials to create an outdoor wall hanging. The workshop will provide instruction in design, tool use, and setting. All materials included, but students are encouraged to bring objects to personalize their mosaic project. Beginner and intermediate students welcome. |
Workshops
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| Adult Art Boot Camp | Wednesday July 5 - Friday July 7 *Waitlist* 9:00am-12:00pm Ages 17+ $47 $38 City of Savannah Resident Rate | Have you always wanted to take an art class, but were unsure of which medium to pursue? In the Adult Art Intensive, you will try your hand at multiple art forms and mediums. By the time you leave you will have completed a ceramics piece, a small watercolor painting, and a plaster sculpture. Get ready for three mornings of intensive creativity! All materials included. Register Online(Waitlist) |
| Flow with Your Bliss Jessica Chapin & Chrissy Joy | Friday, July 7 6:30-8:00pm Ages 16+ $20 $15 - City of Savannah Resident Rate | Flow with your Bliss is a multifaceted healing event that combines multiple wellness modalities. The experience begins with calming breath work and a guided meditation to begin to allow the body and mind to become settled. Immersed in a sound, gentle yoga postures are led to strengthen, relax & align the physical body. Alongside the postures the vibrational music continues supporting the energetic body. Reiki, a universal life force energy, is shared with each participant to help provide restoration, peace, well-being and for the body, mind and spirit. A Hypno-Meditation and soothing head rub ends the event and guides you even deeper into a state of deep, dreamy relaxation. You will leave feeling lighter, clearer, joyful, restored, and enter back into the world ready to flow with your bliss! Attire: Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat and blanket Register Online |
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