Hillcrest Center for the Arts

403 West Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 · Phone 805-381-2747 · Ticket Charge-Line 805-381-1246 · E-Mail: cultural@crpd.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm • The Center is open most evenings and weekends when activities are scheduled Cultural Programs Supervisor: Brianne Anderson • Cultural Programs Coordinator: Megan McDonough www.HillcrestArts.com @HillcrestArts Center closed 2/20 The Hillcrest Center for the Arts - Conejo Valley's Community-Based Arts Center

A place where you can be actively part of the ARTS!

OVERLOOKING THE OAKS MALL • PERFORMING & FINE ARTS CLASSES • ART EXHIBITS IN THE GALLERIA • EXCITING THEATRE PERFORMANCES THE AWARD-WINNING NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED YOUNG ARTS ENSEMBLE YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY

Come visit the hub of arts activity in the Conejo Valley. Situated on Fireworks Hill overlooking The Oaks Mall, the Hillcrest Center for the Arts is one of the Conejo Valley’s great hidden treasures. Stroll our hallway art gallery, curated by the Arts Council of the Conejo Valley, with new exhibits every two months. Take in a show in our beautiful Black Box Theatre. Our resident, partner, and rental theatre companies – Young Artists Ensemble, Hillcrest Players, Allwayz on Stage, Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory, California Shakespeare Company, and Ventura County Gilbert & Sullivan Repertoire Company will keep you entertained all year round! Join the Conejo Valley Folk Dancers as they tear it up every Wednesday night, refine your artistic skills with People Sketchers every Thursday morning, or explore the multifaceted Conejo Gem & Mineral Club at their monthly meeting. Or sign up for a class! The basis of all arts is practice – classes, training, study! We offer classes in Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts as well as fitness classes to keep your mind and body active. YOUTH CLASSES

PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS NEW! ACTING IN A PRODUCTION, Age 10-17 Students will be cast in a production of Fragile Fairy Tales. Class will include master classes, guest teachers, and rehearsals for the final production. Students are expected to attend all classes and must be available for tech week and all performances. Matinee performances June 10 and 11. Tech week evenings June 5-9. All students receive a free T-shirt during the final week. Lab Fee $25. No class 4/9, 5/28. Instructor: Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory

3505.1231 Su 11:30am-2:30pm $325 2/26-6/11 13 wks

BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ACTING, Age 10-17 No class 2/19. Instructor: Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory

3501.1231 Su 9:00-10:00am $69 1/22-3/5 6 wks

IMPROVISATION, Age 10-17 No class 2/19. Instructor: Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory

3503.1231 Su 9:00-10:00am $69 1/22-3/5 6 wks

LET'S GET CONFIDENT!, Age 8-14 No class 2/20. Instructor: Professional Actors from Off the Beaten Track Productions

3511.1231 M 3:45-4:45pm $180 1/23-3/6 6 wks

NEW! SING, DANCE, ACT!, Age 8-14 Join us in this energetic Musical Theater class and learn how to be a triple threat! Each class will include acting, improvisational games, creative movement, singing and rehearsing for a short performance for parents on the final day. Whether you’re confident or shy, this is for you no matter what level of singing, dancing or acting experience you have. This class is run by professional musical theater performers and build on your skills to become a triple threat. www.offthebeatentrack.biz. No class 2/20. Lab Fee $10. Instructor: Professional Actors from Off the Beaten Track Productions

3518.1231 M 4:45-5:45pm $180 1/23-3/6 6 wks

NEW! ACTING BOOTCAMP, Age 8-14 Everything you need to know to be confident in acting on stage and in front of the camera. We will learn Improvisation, working with characters, stage work, scripted scenes, camera techniques, auditioning and in the final class students’ scene work will be filmed and then emailed to parents. Run by actors living and working in Hollywood. www.offthebeatentrack.biz. Lab Fee $10. NEW! YOUTUBE AND TIKTOK STAR!, Age 8-14 Have you ever wanted to learn how to be on YouTube and TikTok? Develop confidence in front of the camera? Start to create your own little segment and have fun? Work on a small segment that brings your personality to life. Learn the do’s and don’ts of YouTube and TikTok. Practical advice on how to get started. AND Have fun! www.offthebeatentrack.biz. Lab Fee $10. Instructor: Professional Actors from Off the Beaten Track Productions

3510.1231 Th 4:45-5:45pm $180 1/26-3/2 6 wks

NEW! AUDITION INTENSIVE, Age 9-15 Do you love acting and want to learn about auditioning for Film, TV, and Theatre? Come join us at whatever level of experience. We will work on more advanced acting skills and audition techniques to be ready for any audition. We’ll cover information on how to get an agent, headshots and how to get started. You’ll learn all the ins and outs of being a young actor, from actors who are actually working in tv and film in Hollywood. Parents will be invited to the final class to see a performance of a sitcom we will work on in class and have an opportunity to ask questions about the industry. www.offthebeatentrack.biz. No class 2/18. Lab Fee $10. Instructor: Professional Actors from Off the Beaten Track Productions.

3516.1231 Sa 10:00am-12noon $255 1/28-3/11 6 wks

MUSIC APPRENTICE CHOIR, Age 5-8 A fun and engaging introduction to vocal instruction and musicianship from award-winning Los Robles Children’s Choir. Culminates in group performance! $25 lab fee covers music and instrument maintenance. No class 2/20. Instructor: Los Robles Children's Choir

3600.1231 M 3:30-4:15pm $84 1/23-3/6 6 wks

HEALTH & FITNESS CAPOEIRA, Age 5-14 No class 2/1. Instructor: Andy Gomez

3566.1231 W 3:30-4:30pm $79 1/25-3/15 7 wks

DANCE NEW! PRE-BALLET, Age 5-8 Learn classical ballet. Foot positions and steps, stretching, and lyrical movement. Required attire: leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. No class 2/17. Instructor: Odile Yerevanian

3560.1231 F 3:30-4:15pm $60 1/27-3/10 6 wks

NEW! CLASSICAL BALLET, Age 7-14 A great introduction to ballet! Learn positions at the barre and participate in various exercises. Required attire: leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. No class 2/17. Instructor: Odile Yerevanian

3561.1231 F 4:15-5:00pm $60 1/27-3/10 6 wks

NEW! CLASSICAL BALLET INTERMEDIATE, Age 7-16 Previous ballet experience needed. Continue to perfect positions at the barre and participate in various exercises. No class 2/17. Instructor: Odile Yerevanian

3562.1231 F 5:00-6:00pm $72 1/27-3/10 6 wks

NEW! POINTE BALLET, Age 11-19 Our beginner pointe ballet class is designed for students who have studied ballet. Instructor approval required. Students must also sign up for the Classical Ballet Intermediate Class. No class 2/17. Instructor: Odile Yerevanian

3563.1231 F 6:00-7:00pm $60 1/27-3/10 6 wks

ADULT CLASSES

PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS NEW! LABAN WORKSHOP FOR ACTORS, Age 16-99 Study human movement, both functionally and expressively. Gain an introduction to a detailed vocabulary for movement & tools for clear choice making for your character & performance. Instructor: Nathalie Wutkee Agredano, CLMA

3709.1231 Sa 11:00a-2:00p $50 3/18 1 day

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE FOR ACTORS AND SINGERS,

Age 16-99 Please bring a cushy yoga mat. No class 2/20. Instructor: Julia Norstrand

3707.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $70 1/23-3/13 7 wks

WATERCOLOR WITH JULIETTE CHAYET-COLE, Age 18+

$10 cash materials fee due first class. No class 2/20. Instructor: Juliette Chayet-Cole

3750.1231 M 10:00am-12noon $150 1/23-3/20 8 wks DRAWING: COMPOSITION & DESIGN WITH JULIETTE,

Age 18+ SUPPLY LIST: Small & Large Drawing Pads, #2 - #6 Pencils, A Gum Eraser. Instructor: Juliette Chayet-Cole

3751.1231 W 10:00am-12noon $118 1/25-3/15 8 wks

COLORED PENCIL I, Age 18+ $10 cash materials fee due first class. Set of 48 Prismacolor Premier pencils required. Instructor: Judith Crowe

3755.1231 W 1:00-3:00pm $126 1/25-3/1 6 wks

SPECIALTY CLASSES HOW TO FINISH YOUR BOOK!, Age 18+ Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager. No class 2/20.

3800.1231 M 2:00-3:00pm $99 1/23-3/6 6 wks

CREATIVE WRITING: GET GOING AND STAY ON TRACK

1-DAY WORKSHOP, Age 15+ See below for Writing Workshop Bundle. Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager

3801.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $50 1/23 1 day

SELF PUBLISHING HELP 1-DAY WORKSHOP, Age

15+ See below for Writing Workshop Bundle. Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager

3802.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $50 1/30 1 day

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING FOR AUTHORS 1-DAY

WORKSHOP, Age 15+ See below for Writing Workshop Bundle. Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager

3803.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $50 2/6 1 day

BOOK MARKETING Q&A 1-DAY WORKSHOP, Age 15+

See below for Writing Workshop Bundle. Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager

3804.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $50 2/13 1 day

YOGA FOR CREATIVITY 1-DAY WORKSHOP, Age 15+

Bring a yoga mat, journal, and writing utensil. See below for Writing Workshop Bundle. Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager

3805.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $50 2/27 1 day

WRITING WORKSHOP BUNDLE, Age 15+ Bundle all 5 writing workshops and save $75! Creative Writing, Self-Publishing Help, Social Media Marketing for Authors, Book Marketing Q&A, and Yoga for Creativity. Make a commitment to create! Instructor: Mia Walshaw, editor, book packager. No class 2/20.

3809.1231 M 1:00-2:00pm $175 1/23-2/27 5 wks

DANCE NEW! BALLET, Age 18+ Work on technique, alignment, coordination, balance, grace & poise. Class consists of warmup, barre exercises, stretch, dancing in the center and reverence. Bring ballet shoes, water & wear comfortable attire. Hair should be pulled back. Instructor: Debbie Munz

3893.1231 T 11:15am-12:30pm $75 1/24-3/14 8 wks

MOVING FROM YOUR CENTER, Age 18+ All levels; bring mat or towel. Instructor: Stella Matsuda

3891.1231 W 11:30am-1:00pm $64 1/25-3/15 8 wks 3891.1232 F 11:15am-12:45pm $64 1/27-3/17 8 wks

BASIC BALLET BARRE, Age 18+ Instructor: Stella Matsuda

3891.1231 F 9:40-10:15am $40 1/27-3/17 8 wks 3891.1232 F 10:20-11:05am $40 1/27-3/17 8 wks

INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM: FOX-TROT AND WALTZ,

Age 16-99 Partners only, please register both dancers. Instructor: Sandi Patterson

3868.1231 F 6:00-6:55pm $48 1/27-3/17 8 wks

BEGINNING BALLROOM: FOX-TROT AND WALTZ, Age

16-99 Partners only, please register both dancers. Instructor: Sandi Patterson

3860.1231 F 7:00-7:55pm $48 1/27-3/17 8 wks

SWING'S THE THING: EAST COAST, Age 16-99 Partners only, please register both dancers. Instructor: Sandi Patterson

3861.1231 F 8:00-8:55pm $48 1/27-3/17 8 wks

CHA-CHA, Age 16+ Learn basic steps and variations for this Latin favorite. Partners only, please register both dancers. Instructor: Sandi Patterson.

3862.1231 F 9:00-9:55pm $48 1/27-3/17 8 wks

HEALTH & FITNESS BEGINNING TAI CHI, Age 18+ Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Instructor: Elaine Pawelczyk

3901.1231 W 9:00-10:00am $56 1/25-3/15 8 wks

CONTINUING BEGINNING TAI CHI, Age 18+ Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Instructor: Stella Matsuda

3902.1231 W 10:15-11:15am $56 1/25-3/15 8 wks

TAI CHI II, Age 18+ Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. No class 2/20. Instructor: Stella Matsuda

3903.1231 M 9:00-10:00am $56 1/23-3/20 8 wks

INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI, Age 18+ Intermediate and Tai Chi II classes practice together 9:45-10am, (students may sign up for both classes) then Intermediate students remain through 11:00am to practice Long Form. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. No class 2/20. Instructor: Stella Matsuda

3904.1231 M 9:45-11:00am $64 1/23-3/20 8 wks

TAI CHI: QIGONG AND TAI CHI 24 SUPPLEMENTAL, Age

18+ Must know basics of the 24 form to sign up. Instructor: Elaine Pawelczyk

3905.1231 F 9:00-10:00am $56 1/27-3/17 8 wks

QIGONG: LESS STRESS & MORE ENERGY, Age 18+ No prior experience needed. No class 1/31. Instructor: Jim Belsley

3915.1231 T 9:00-10:00am $60 1/24-3/7 6 wks

LEVEL 1/2 YOGA FLOW, Age 18+ Suitable for levels 1 and 2. Bring a mat. Optional blocks, strap, and blanket. Late joiners welcome! No class 2/20. Instructor: Michelle Bechard

3930.1231 M 5:45-7:00pm $66 2/6-3/20 6 wks

LEVEL 1/2 YOGA FLOW, Age 18+ Suitable for levels 1 and 2. Bring a mat. Optional blocks, strap, and blanket. Late joiners welcome! Instructor: Michelle Bechard

3931.1231 Th 5:45-7:00pm $77 2/9-3/23 7 wks

NEW! YOGA FOR FREEDOM AND EASE, Age 18+ Learn how to use the poses of yoga to open the body, clear the mind, and profoundly relax and recharge the nervous system. Gain stability, and at the same time, free your joints for greater mobility. Bring a yoga mat, a soft blanket, and a few paperback books for an extra-special savasana! No class 2/20. Instructor: Julia Norstrand

3933.1231 T 11:30am-12:30pm $70 1/24-3/14 7 wks

GENTLE YOGA POSES AND FLOWS, Age 18+ Bring a mat, block, strap, and a blanket or towel. No class 1/31. Instructor: Jim Belsley

3935.1231 T 10:15-11:15am $60 1/23-3/7 6 wks

THERAPEUTIC YOGA WITH JENNY, Age 18+ We will move at a slow pace allowing for modifications and adjustments. You will need a yoga mat, Mexican blanket or a thick towel, yoga blocks, and a strap. Instructor: Jenny Klossner

3940.1231 Th 10:15-11:15am $80 1/26-3/16 8 wks

URBAN ZEN YOGA WORKSHOP, Age 18+ One day workshop. You will need a yoga mat, yoga bolster or 3 standard pillows, couple of Mexican blankets or thick towels, couple of blocks or small pillows. Instructor: Jenny Klossner

3963.1231 Th 11:30am-1:00pm $29 2/9 1 day 3963.1232 Th 11:30am-1:00pm $29 3/9 1 day

CAPOEIRA, Age 15-99 No class 1/31. Instructor: Andy Gomez

3966.1231 T 10:00-11:00am $79 1/24-3/14 7 wks

PILATES, Age 18+ This class is suitable for all ages and abilities as modifications will be shown. You’ll need a mat, magic circle, resistance band, a small, inflated ball or a yoga block. Instructor: Jenny Klossner

3962.1231 Th 9:00-9:55am $80 1/26-3/16 8 wks

ZUMBA GOLD, Age 18+ This class is suitable for all ages and abilities as modifications will be shown. You’ll need a mat, magic circle, resistance band, a small, inflated ball or a yoga block. Instructor: Loan Rabinowitz

3961.1231 F 11:15am-12:15pm $88 1/27-3/17 8 wks

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