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Cultural Arts

The Cultural Arts Program offers people of all ages a chance to learn from experts and participate in live theater, special events, concerts, exhibits, art camps, year-round art classes and workshops. Courses are taught by professional artists.

Look for new classes each quarter and see exhibits of paintings, photographs and other media in the Cultural Arts Gallery at the Renaud Center.

Art Exhibits

The Cultural Arts Center Gallery is open, free, during regular business hours in the Renaud Center. The exhibit schedule below may change. For the most up-to-date information, please check www.renaudcenter.com.

GerClay Artwork

Through March 31 Medium: Acrylics, Watercolor, Charcoal

Gerry Bassford considers himself a conceptual painter in acrylics and watercolors, and also enjoys working with charcoal. He has studied at St. Louis Community College and St. Charles Community College.

Opportunities in the Arts

The City of O’Fallon is seeking: • Instructors for cultural arts classes, workshops, and camps! • Artists for an exhibition pool (all media accepted).

If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please contact Cultural Arts Coordinator, Marty Linson, at culturalarts_opportunities@ofallon.mo.us with the subject line Education or Exhibition or call 636-379-2578.

O’FallonTheatreWorks presents The Man from Earth

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 20-22 and 27-29 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. matinees on Sunday

The Man from Earth is a play by Jerome Bixby and was adapted from the 2007 science fiction film of the same name. The story follows the history professor John Oldman and his sudden decision to leave the university and move away. Concerned for their friend, many other colleagues of John’s from the university come to visit his home and give him a going away party; but their true intention is to discover why he has decided to leave. Little do they know that the truth they’re seeking is not one they wish to uncover.

The Man from Earth delves deep into the human condition. It depicts how real people react to something that challenges their very morals and if they can put them aside in the name of friendship and truth.

O’FallonTheatreWorks tickets can be purchased online at www.ofallon.mo.us, in person at the Renaud Center or at the box office one hour before each show.

• $12 general admission • $10 seniors (ages 55+), children and students (ages 6-17) • $5 children (ages 2-5) • No charge for children under age 2 (and held on lap) • Discount rate for groups of 10 or more • $2 additional charge at the box office, which opens an hour before each show.

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The City of O’Fallon offers classes for aspiring artists of all ages. Classes range from introductory classes for beginners who are just starting their journey to advanced classes, providing as little or as much instructor interaction as you want. Class eligibility varies based on age and ability, but all O’Fallon art classes are designed to foster a life-long passion for making art. We understand that there are all levels of learners who want to enjoy the making of art. Join a class and learn the magic behind the craft!

Color O’Fallon • Ages 10+

This six-week course will cover color theory in inventive and imaginative ways. This could be your introduction into the world of color or a refresher for the old hand at painting. Instructor Rachel Cox is an experienced commissioned painter and freelance graphic designer. Her youthful energy will invigorate the most experienced color theorist and enlighten the youngest. This class is designed for ages 10 and up unless accompanied by an adult. Supply list available upon request. Min/Max: 6/12 151506-A W 6:30-8:30P Apr 1 LLSC $65

Creative Drawing • Adult (Ages 14+)

Have you ever wanted the freedom to draw your imagination, or to transform abstract thoughts into three dimensional forms on paper? Want to develop your own comic book character or create your own characters for a video game. This six-week class is for you!

Instructor Cole J. Conder is classically trained in drawing techniques and a Senior Graphic Artist with a master’s degree in Education. Cole utilizes his classical training to develop and design amazing drawings of fantasy-styled creatures. His work has earned countless awards and recognition nationally and regionally. Don’t miss the chance to learn from a truly enlightened creative that grew up in our area. This drawing class is open to high school-aged students and up. Bring your favorite paper, mark-making tool and the imagination to create different worlds! Supply list will be provided at registration. Min/Max: 6/12 151507-A Tu 6:30-8:30P Mar 31 LLSC $65

This half-day camp is focused on beginners who want to have a fun experience exploring the craft of acting. Camp will be held at the O’Fallon Municipal Center (City Hall) Gym/theatre. 151601-A M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 1-Jun 5 MC $90 151601-B M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 8-Jun 12 MC $90 151601-C M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 15-Jun 19 MC $90 151601-D M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 22-Jun 26 MC $90

The Next Level Acting Summer Camp • Ages 10-13

This half-day summer camp is for the actor/actress that has had some experience and wants to continue in the craft. Camp will be held at the O’Fallon Municipal Center (City Hall) Gym/ theatre. 151602-A M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 1-Jun 5 MC $90 151602-B M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 8-Jun 12 MC $90 151602-C M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 15-Jun 19 MC $90 151602-D M-F 8:00A-12:00P Jun 22-Jun 26 MC $90

Shel Silverstein Experience • Ages 10-17

This week-long, full day summer camp is for youth actors age 10-17. Your actor/actress will read poems form Shel Silverstein and develop a skit based on the poem. Culmination of the week camp will be two performances on Friday. One for the Adventure campers and one evening performance for parents and the public. This camp will be at O’Day Park and utilize the O’Day lodge and amphitheater. 151603-A M-F 9:00A-3:30P Jul 13-Jul 17 ODAY $140 151603-B M-F 9:00A-3:30P Jul 20-Jul 24 ODAY $140 151603-C M-F 9:00A-3:30P Jul 27-Jul 31 ODAY $140

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Week-long Specialty Camps are highlighted in blue. See other Specialty Camp options in the Athletics, Aquatics and Just for Kids sections.

Theatre Summer Camp

Each of these summer theatre camps will introduce your actor or actress to Scene Study, Cold Reading, Method Acting, Classical Acting and even Voice-over. The main objectives for the classes are to prepare the young thespian for auditions, to build confidence, to explore theatre as a hobby or aspirations of a professional career in theatre arts. Specific skills include dictation and enunciation, expanding vocal range, strengthening vocal projection, refining vocal expression and accents. These camps are a great introduction for a future in theatre, improv theatre, musical theatre, film, television, and commercials.

Interested in specialty camps, but need full-day care?

We can help! Contact Danielle Reecht at 636-474-8111 or dreecht@ofallon.mo.us to coordinate camp options that will complement half-day camps or provide before/after care for full-day camps.*

*Not applicable for preschool or aquatics programming.