Arts Education Winter/Spring 2013 Catalog by Grand Theatre Center for the Arts

WINTER / SPRING 2013

ARTS EDUCATION CATALOG

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES

Youth

Teen

Adult

information Mission Statement

Grand Foundation

The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts is an interdisciplinary arts center owned and operated by the City of Tracy, and serving the region. The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts offers fine arts programming through a partnership between the City of Tracy and the Grand Foundation. Through the Arts Education, Exhibitions, and Presenting Programs, the Center provides professional and diverse experiences to our audiences.

The Grand Foundation (GF) is a community-based, independent not-for-profit organization, formerly known as the Arts Leadership Alliance (ALA).

Directions Parking on the street is available free of charge and nearby parking lots can accommodate buses after curb side drop-off.

Arts Education Program The Arts Education Program operates full-time with classes scheduled Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. Classes are offered weekdays from 10:00 am - 9:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Winter/Spring session begins Monday, January 22, 2013 (with the exception of Music Together class which begins January 7), and ends Thursday, May 23. The Center will be closed January 21 and February 18. Registration is available in person at the Leona Darr Willis Box Office located at 715 Central Avenue in Tracy and online at www.tracyartsandrec.com. Registration form with valid credit card number may be faxed to (209) 831-6271. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. The Box Office may be reached at (209) 831-6TKT (6858). You may also send a completed registration form via email to boxoffice@ci.tracy.ca.us.

From the North: Heading south on I-5, Exit 205 West towards San Francisco. Exit MacArthur Blvd., head south. Right onto 11th Street. Left onto Central to 715 Central Ave. From the South: Heading north on I-5, Exit Grant Line Road, head west. Left on Holly. Proceed south on Holly until it turns into Central. Proceed south on Central to 715 Central Ave.

The original ALA was founded in 1998 to promote the cultural development of the community. Its activities, on behalf of the City, include developing and implementing programs which foster the broadest possible public use of the cultural arts programs at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts. The Grand Foundation has served to advance technical support and programming of the Grand with annual underwriting contributions since opening in 2007. Foundation underwriting has supported concerts, exhibitions, classes, workshops and special events, in addition to providing arts supplies, art making and technical equipment and hospitality services. This year the Grand Foundation, working collaboratively with the City, will premiere a Membership Program at the Center. We invite you to learn more about the Grand Foundation, and become a supporter of the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts!

From the Bay Area: Proceed East on 580, until it turns into 205. Exit 11th Street, head East. Right on Central to 715 Central Ave.

Photo credits: Cover photo and various inside photos provided by Richard Beebe, Bill Wood, Lauren Carter and Elizabeth Sayre.

contents Returning Instructors Suzanne Anderson – Young Rembrandts Stephanie Arganbright Richard Beebe – Tracy Camera Club Ingrid Canton Lauren Carter – Staff Barbara DeVol – Tracy Art League Beatriz Flores Wendy Goulart Addie Hall Jody Harcourt – Music Together Sunny Kim Deborah Littleton Niko Magee Sarah McNamara Catherine Medeiros Abhilasha Natarajan – Tracy Art League Josephine O’Malley Lynn Sampson Pat Sanchez – Tracy Art League Jennifer Taloa - Siva Polynesia Vince Walsh – Tracy Art League

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

REGISTRATION FORM

DANCE

6-9

DRAMA

10-11

MUSIC

12-17

CERAMICS

18-19

VISUAL ARTS

20-29

MASTER CLASSES/WORKSHOPS/CAMPS

29-31

Bradley Corbet – Tracy Art League Teddie Hathaway Brian Hunt – Main Street Music Marielle McGee – Tracy Art League Ryan Mead – Rueda con Ritmo Bernadette Medeiros – Main Street Music Carol Ponsaran – Tracy Art League Elizabeth Sayre – Staff Sarah Spenker Andrew Verdoes – Main Street Music

Share Your Artistic Knowledge and Inspire Others in Our Community The Arts Education Program accepts applications for Contract Instructors who wish to teach at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, and fosters life-long learning by offering tiered classes in Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Arts. Students of all ages are able to take advantage of year-round courses taught by accomplished teachers in specialized classrooms. The 37,000 square-foot interdisciplinary arts center houses nine classrooms for instruction in the visual and performing arts. Classes can be held in private or group settings.

Workshops and seminars may also be considered. The Arts Education Program relies on enthusiastic instructors who will bring a commitment to quality and professionalism to the program. We are currently seeking Contract Instructors to offer classes as early as the Summer 2013 session. For application information, contact the Arts Education Coordinator, Elizabeth Sayre. By phone: (209) 831-6279 or email: elizabeth.sayre@ci.tracy.ca.us

Q and A Q How do I register for a class? A To register for a class in person or by fax, complete the

registration form located on page 5. Make sure to include your name, contact phone number, and the class number that corresponds to the class in which you wish to enroll. Bring the completed form to the Grand Theatre Patron Services located at 715 Central Avenue in Historic Downtown Tracy. Registration forms can be faxed to (209) 831-6271. Online registration is available at www.tracyartsandrec.com. For your family ID and password, please call (209) 831-6858 or email boxoffice@ci.tracy.ca.us. All fees must be paid at the time of registration.

Q What if a class is full? A If you attempt to register for a class and find that it is full,

you may ask the Patron Services Staff to place your or your child’s name on a waiting list. If a space does become available in the class, the Patron Services Staff will contact the waiting list candidates in order of time on the list.

Q What is a Resident Discount and Cost fee? A If your address has five digits or more, your home may still

be outside of the Tracy city limits. It is possible to live in one of the three Tracy zip codes and still not live within the Tracy city limits. Families residing inside the city limits receive the Resident Discount. All others pay the non-residents fee. Call Patron Services if you are unsure.

Q Is financial assistance available? A Yes, financial assistance is available to qualified applicants.

Participants may request a financial aid application from the Patron Services Staff and return it with the required forms of income verification. Applications must be accompanied by a registration form.

Q Is late registration available? A If space permits, class registration will be open for up to

one week after the first day of class. After the first week of instruction, registration will be closed. Students are not allowed to register half way through the class session, or for a fraction of the class.

Q Can I drop-in the day of class to sign up? may not drop-in to a class without having officially A Guests registered. In order to participate in a class, you must be enrolled. Guests may visit Patron Services at the Grand Monday through Friday between the hours of 10-6 PM to register. Limited registration services are available on Saturdays through Arts Education staff. If a student registers the day of the class, they are advised to bring their receipt. Instructors cannot accept payments. All financial transactions and registrations take place through Patron Services at the Grand, online at www.tracyartsandrec.com, at City Hall on weekdays during business hours, or through Arts Education staff.

Q What if I withdraw from a class? A To withdraw from a class and obtain a full refund, you must

complete the “Class Withdrawal Form” at least five business days prior to the start of class. If you decide within the first week of class that you are not satisfied, you may withdraw and receive a prorated refund or credit. All withdrawals or transfers will be charged a non-refundable $5 transaction fee. These fees do not apply to withdrawals made on tracyartsandrec.com. Please allow 2-3 weeks to process a withdrawal and/or a refund.

Q What happens if the class does not meet A the minimum student enrollment?

If a class does not meet the minimum student enrollment, staff or the instructor may cancel the class. Students will be notified of the cancellation in advance, and issued a full refund or class credit and will not be charged a transaction or refund fee.

Q What if I miss a day of class? A If you miss a day of class, you will not receive a make-up session

or a refund for the day you missed. By registering for a class, you assume the responsibility of attending class during the times and dates scheduled. The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts will only issue a make-up day or a prorated refund for classes cancelled by staff or instructors. If a class is cancelled by the instructor, or an unforeseen circumstance prevents the class from taking place, the student will be notified.

Q Are art materials provided in classes? A The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts does provide shared

art supplies and equipment for most visual arts classes. In some cases instructors may request that students purchase specific materials outside of class. See class descriptions for more details.

Q Where is the nearest available parking? A Free parking is available on Central Avenue, 7th Street, as well as in nearby lots on 6th Street in Historic Downtown Tracy.

Q Are parents allowed to observe classes? A We encourage parents to wait outside the classroom to

prevent overcrowding and distractions. Parents may relax in our lobbies or loggia while waiting. There are also windows on our classroom doors where parents can temporarily monitor their children at any time. In the event you feel you need to accompany your child in class, please call (209) 831-6858.

Q Are food or drinks allowed in the classrooms? A Food, drinks, candy or gum is not allowed in the classrooms with the exception of bottled water. Instructors will ask students to dispose of food, drinks, candy or gum if taken into the class.

registration

dance

Combo for Tots

Pre-School Combo I/II

Intermediate Combo

Introduce your child to tap and ballet in this fun, interactive class! Students will learn proper ballet and tap technique, coordination, and footwork combinations. The instructor will lead students through warm-ups, center floor exercises, and across the floor movements. No prior experience required. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Pre-schoolers will be introduced to tap and ballet through playful interaction and a variety of dance-related activities. Classes will begin with basic dance steps and develop into more challenging tap and ballet techniques. Participants will develop motor skills, coordination, and self-confidence in a fun learning environment. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

This class is a continuation of the tap and ballet curriculum of PreSchool Combo I/II. Students will be challenged in a fun learning environment by new techniques and steps, through stretching, across the floor combinations, and creative movement. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Instructor: Addie Hall Location: Dance Studio Note: Students are to bring ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and wear leotards and tights.

Instructor: Addie Hall Location: Dance Studio Note: Students must complete Combo dance classes or receive instructorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approval prior to enrollment. Students also need to bring ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and wear leotards and tights.

dance Advanced Combo

Beginning Jazz

This class will cover advanced aspects of ballet and tap to challenge participants while furthering comprehension and appreciation of dance as a fine art form. Students will incorporate fundamental skills such as stretching, strengthening, memorization, and mastery of dance technique, evolving at a progressive and constructive pace. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Beginning Jazz will start with a stretching warm-up in the middle of the floor, and then we will go across the floor with various jazz-style moves. Time permitting students will also work on a combination routine. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Instructor: Addie Hall Location: Dance Studio Note: Students must complete a Combo dance class or receive instructorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approval prior to enrollment in this class. Students are to bring ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and wear leotards and tights.

W Instructor: Addie Hall Location: Dance Studio Note: Students should come in clothing they can move in--no jeans--and should have jazz shoes. This class is underwritten through the generous support of the Grand Foundation.

See additional Dance Workshops pages 30-31

Course Times and Fees Class Name Combo for Tots

Pre-School Combo I/II

Intermediate Combo

Advanced Combo

Beginning Jazz

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37059

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

2:30 - 3 PM

2-4

$35

$39

37060

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

2:30 - 3 PM

2-4

$35

$39

37061

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

2:30 - 3 PM

2-4

$35

$39

37062

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

3 - 4 PM

3-5

$60

$66

37063

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

3 - 4 PM

3-5

$60

$66

37064

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

3 - 4 PM

3-5

$60

$66

37065

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

4 - 5 PM

4-6

$60

$66

37066

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

4 - 5 PM

4-6

$60

$66

37067

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

4 - 5 PM

4-6

$60

$66

37068

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

5 - 6 PM

5-7

$60

$66

37069

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

5 - 6 PM

5-7

$60

$66

37070

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

5 - 6 PM

5-7

$60

$66

37081

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

6 - 7 PM

7 - 11

$25

$28

37082

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

6 - 7 PM

7 - 11

$25

$28

37083

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

6 - 7 PM

7 - 11

$25

$28

dance

Ballroom Bootcamp

Social Dance Sampler

This class meets for two hours on two consecutive Tuesdays. The first night of instruction will cover a slow dance (Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, or Rumba), and the second night will feature a fast dance (Salsa, Cha Cha, or Swing). After two weeks of intense effort, you will be ready to burn up the dance floor!

New format since 2012! The first session meets from 7:30-8:30 PM and covers Swing. The second class meets from 7:30-9 PM and focuses on a smooth dance (Waltz, Tango, or Foxtrot). The third class meets from 7:30-9 PM and covers a Latin dance (Salsa, Cha Cha, Merengue, or Rumba). The class meets 3 times for a total of 4 hours of instruction.

Instructor: Cathy Medeiros Location: Dance Studio Note: Students need to wear dark socks, ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or ballroom shoes for this class.

Instructor: Cathy Medeiros Location: Dance Studio Note: Students should bring a dark pair of socks or dance shoes.

Private Ballroom Lessons

Latin Grooves

Are group dance classes too fast paced and impersonal for you? Are you preparing for a special event and looking to impress your guests? Schedule four private 30-minute lessons with Cathy Medeiros and receive the personal attention you deserve. Ballroom dancing is for couples, and individual registrants have the option of bringing a partner for no additional fee. Students can select the type of dance that will be covered at each meeting. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks.

Have you ever wanted to go Salsa dancing but, felt too shy to set foot on the floor? Cathy Medeiros will have your hips moving to pulse- pounding Latin beats in 4 easy lessons. Participants can choose to study Merengue, Cha Cha, or Salsa for the 4 hours of instruction. This class meets once per week for 4 weeks.

Instructor: Cathy Medeiros Location: Dance Studio Note: NO CLASS ON 4/16. Students should bring a pair of dark socks or dance shoes.

Instructor: Cathy Medeiros Location: Dance Studio Note: NO CLASS ON 4/16. Students should bring a dark pair of socks or dance shoes for this class.

No Regrets: The Basics of Performing Is your child a triple threat? Would he or she like the opportunity to become one? Look no further! No Regrets is a performance-based group that focuses on dancing and singing routines. Students without extensive vocal or dancing experience are welcome. Students learn jazz, character, hip-hop, modern, and elements of lyrical and tap dancing styles. There will be large group numbers as well as smaller ensembles. My approach to dance is to teach students a wide variety of methods, blending multiple styles to make the students more versatile performers. This is a great way for your child to gain self-confidence in a fun and active setting. By the end of the season, students will have learned enough techniques to perform in a show. This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. Instructor: Stephanie Arganbright Location: Dance Studio Note: NO CLASS ON 2/13, 3/13, 4/10. Wear flexible clothing you can move in and low traction or dance shoes.

dance Hip-Hop Hip-Pop

Contemporary Dance

Polynesian Dance

Have you ever wanted to learn the dance moves of your favorite music artists? Well, hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance! This class will teach you the latest steps and the most recent dance styles of artists like Lady Gaga, LMFAO, Usher and more. In addition students will learn the basic principles of pop and hip-hop. This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Come learn a new type of dance. This is a free dance style which expresses your feelings and is not bound by traditional forms. Class starts with a warm-up and stretches, and will consist of a variety of routines to be learned by the end of the session.

This class is for beginning and intermediate students. In this introduction to Hawaiian and Tahitian dance, students will learn basic footwork, hip motion, and traditional hand movements within a choreographed dance routine. Class meets once a week for 8 weeks.

Instructor: Stephanie Arganbright Location: Dance Studio Note: Wear flexible clothing you can move in and low traction or dance shoes.

Instructor: Niko Magee Location: Dance Studio Note: No dance experience is required. Students will dance barefoot and should wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Jennifer Taloa Location: Dance Studio Note: Students will dance barefoot and wear a sarong or pareu for dance practice. NO CLASS 2/18.

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

Ballroom Bootcamp

37044

TUES

1/22, 1/29

7 - 9 PM

9 - ADULT

$50

$55

Private Ballroom Lessons

37048

TUES

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

7 - 7:30 PM

9 - ADULT

$120

$132

37049

TUES

4/2, 4/9, 4/23, 4/30

7 - 7:30 PM

9 - ADULT

$120

$132

37050

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19

7:30 - 9 PM

9 - ADULT

$50

$55

Social Dance Sampler*

37051

TUES

5/7, 5/14, 5/21

7:30 - 9 PM

9 - ADULT

$50

$55

Latin Grooves

37046

TUES

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

7:30 - 8:30 PM

9 - ADULT

$50

$55

37047

TUES

4/2, 4/9, 4/23, 4/30

7:30 - 8:30 PM

9 - ADULT

$50

$55

37075

WEDS

1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6

7 - 8 PM

8 - 12

$60

$66

No Regrets Hip-Pop Hip-Hop

37076

WEDS

3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1

7 - 8 PM

8 - 12

$60

$66

37071

THURS

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

6:30 - 7:30 PM

8 - 12

$60

$66

37072

THURS

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

7:30 - 8:30 PM

13 - ADULT

$60

$66

37073

THURS

3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

6:30 - 7:30 PM

8 - 12

$60

$66

37074

THURS

3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

7:30 - 8:30 PM

13 - ADULT

$60

$66

37079

THURS

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

6:30 - 7:30 PM

8 - 12

$60

$66

37080

THURS

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

7:30 - 8:30 PM

13 - ADULT

$60

$66

Contemporary Dance

37052

WED

2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

6 - 7 PM

10 - ADULT

$80

$88

Polynesian Dance Beginners

37053

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

5:45 - 6:30 PM

4 - 10

$80

$88

Intermediate

37054

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

6:30 - 7:15 PM

11 - ADULT

$80

$88

Advanced

37055

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

7:15 - 8:15 PM

11 - ADULT

$80

$88

Beginners

37056

MON

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

5:45 - 6:30 PM

4 - 10

$80

$88

Intermediate

37057

MON

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

6:30 - 7:15 PM

11 - ADULT

$80

$88

Advanced

37058

MON

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

7:15 - 8:15 PM

11 - ADULT

$80

$88

*Please note class ends at 8:30 pm on 3/5 and 5/7.

drama

Little Actorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre Get ready to use your imagination and transport yourself to the world of storybooks! In this class children will listen to classic fairytales, rhymes, and stories and learn how to role-play in a group setting. This class is a great way to introduce your child to theatre, artistic collaboration, and sharing the spotlight with others. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students may come dressed as a character of their choice, and bring their favorite stories.

Creative Dramatics NE Creative Dramatics is W an introduction to acting for youth and early teens. The class teaches an improvisational, process-centered form of drama in which students are guided by the teacher to imagine, enact, and reflect on human experiences. Students will learn the basics of acting through interactive games and short scenes. Older students will work on more complex games and acting techniques. This class meets once a week for 4 weeks. This class is underwritten through the generous support of the Grand Foundation. Instructor: Sarah Spenker Location: Dance Studio

Lights, Camera, Action: Acting Showcase (Youth,Teens, or Adults) Students will learn the basics of acting through warm-ups, theatre games, improvisation, monologues and scenes. This class provides a foundation in acting while building self-esteem and improving publicspeaking skills. Students who want to go deeper will learn techniques like substitution, sense memory, or the Meisner technique. Class meets once a week for 10 weeks and culminates with a recital. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Musco Music Room & Visual Arts 2 Note: Students should bring a binder and pencil to class, and closed-toed shoes are required. Notebooks are optional.

drama MULTI-DISCIPLINARY CLASS: Greek Theatre & Mask Making

Private Auditioning Technique, Beginning through Advanced

This class for youth and teens explores the use of masks in theater. They will start by studying the masks of the Greek chorus as a representation of “everyman” or the collective consciousness. In this 6-week class, students will create a traditional mask with visual artist Abhilasha Natarajan, and work on a performance piece based on the ancient Greek play Antigone for a concluding recital. The class will be split into two groups by age.

Students will be taught one-on-one to analyze and perform a successful monologue and commercial audition, along with how to break into the business. If the student chooses to return for subsequent sessions, the instructor will lead them through various exercises to develop listening and responding, rather than simply quoting lines without emotion. Eventually students develop a scene with the instructor using the Meisner method. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks.

Instructors: Deborah Littleton and Abhilasha Natarajan Locations: Visual Arts 1/Visual Arts 2 Note: Class fee includes all supplies.

Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Students should bring a binder, pencil, and water to class, and are encouraged to bring monologues or musical theater selections to receive instructor’s feedback.

See additional Drama Workshops pages 30-31

Course Times and Fees Class Name Little Actor’s Theatre (Fairytale Theatre)

Creative Dramatics

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37281

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12

5 - 6 PM

4-6

$45

$50

37282

TUES

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12

5 - 6 PM

4-6

$45

$50

37283

TUES

3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

5 - 6 PM

4-6

$45

$50

37284

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7

5 - 6 PM

4-6

$45

$50

37277

THURS

2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

3 - 4:30 PM

7 - 10

$35

$39

37279

THURS

4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2

3 - 4:30 PM

7 - 10

$65

$72

37278

THURS

2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

4:30 - 6 PM

11 - 14

$35

$39

37280

THURS

4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2

4:30 - 6 PM

11 - 14

$65

$72

Lights, Camera, Action: Live at the Improv! Youth

37328

WEDS

1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3

5 - 6 PM

7 - 12

$105

$116

Teens

37329

WEDS

1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3

6 - 7 PM

13 - 18

$105

$116

37330

WEDS

1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3

7 - 8 PM

ADULT

$105

$116

37339

WEDS

4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15

6 - 8 PM

8 - 12

$190

$219

37340

WEDS

4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15

6 - 8 PM

13 - 16

$190

$219

37335

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12

7 - 8 PM

7 - ADULT

$90

$99

37336

TUES

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12

7 - 8 PM

7 - ADULT

$90

$99

37337

TUES

3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

7 - 8 PM

7 - ADULT

$90

$99

37338

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7

7 - 8 PM

7 - ADULT

$90

$99

Adults Greek Theatre & Mask Making Private Auditioning Technique

music PHOTOS COMING

Music Together Music Together recognizes that all children are musical, and that every child needs a stimulating, supportive music environment to achieve basic competence in the wonderful human capacity of music making. Adults and children come together for 45 minutes each week to sing songs, experience rhythm chants, dance and move to music, play instruments, make up silly rhymes for songs and experience a wide range of rhythmic and melodic musical variety. All of this live music making takes place in a fun, playful, non-performance oriented and age-appropriate setting, with adults and teacher acting as encouraging role models. Classes are led by a registered Music Together teacher. Class meets once a week for 10 weeks. 12

Instructor: Jody Harcourt Location: Dance Studio Note: A non-refundable materials fee of $40 will be charged in addition to the registration fee. It includes two professionally recorded CDs, a beautifully illustrated songbook and a parent guide to help you get the most out of this internationally-acclaimed, research- based program. Sibling discount and payment plan available for Music Together; please ask Arts Education staff. NO CLASS 1/21, 2/18, 2/22, 2/25, 3/1, 4/5, 4/26, 5/24, 5/27, 6/24.

music Music Together Guitar Class for Grown-Ups

These classes are open to parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children registered in our Winter/Spring 2013 semester, which features the DRUM & TAMBOURINE collection. If you would like to learn to play guitar using Music Together songs as the vehicle, this is the class for you! Participants will learn basic strums and chords for more than a dozen songs from the current Music Together song collection. This class is good for beginners who have never even held a guitar, as well as for those who know a little guitar or who already play some Music Together songs! All participants build technique and musicianship in an organic, relaxed way while learning new ways to explore Music Together songs with their child at home and on the road. A (not-so) side benefit of the class is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an enjoyable night out with other parents of small childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;without children! Our 1-hour classes are scheduled for 8 consecutive weeks in winter and spring. Instructor: Jody Harcourt Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students will need to bring a playable guitar, a capo, and a guitar tuner. NO CLASS ON 2/18.

Music Course Times and Fees Class Name Music Together

Music Together: Guitar Class for Grown-ups

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37088

MON

1/7, 1/14, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1

3:30 - 4:15 PM

0-5

$160

$176

37089

MON

1/7, 1/14, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1

4:30 - 5:15 PM

0-5

$160

$176

37090

FRI

1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29

9:30 - 10:15 AM

0-5

$160

$176

37091

FRI

1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 3/8, 10:30 - 11:15 AM 3/15, 3/22, 3/29

0-5

$160

$176

37236

MON

4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17

3:30 - 4:15 PM

0-5

$160

$176

37237

MON

4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17

4:30 - 5:15 PM

0-5

$160

$176

37238

FRI

4/12, 4/19, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28

9:30 - 10:15 AM

0-5

$160

$176

37239

FRI

4/12, 4/19, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28

10:30 - 11:15 AM

0-5

$160

$176

37240

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1

5:30 - 6:30 PM

ADULT

$195

$215

37241

MON

4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17

5:30 - 6:30 PM

ADULT

$195

$215

music Beginning Group Guitar I Learn how to play several sing-along songs on the guitar in a relaxed atmosphere among friends. No previous experience required. Students will learn basic guitar chords and fundamental techniques. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks. Instructor: Brian Hunt, Main Street Music, Inc. Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students must bring a playable acoustic guitar, the Mel Bay Guitar Method Book 1, and a pen or pencil.

Musical Theater NE W Workshop for Teens This 6 week class for teens will focus on vocal ensemble skills, vocal blending, movement, blocking, and other musical theater techniques. The class will help prepare students for auditions by building confidence, expression, and appreciation of musical theater as an art form. Instructor: Bernadette Medeiros Main Street Music, Inc. Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students should have some prior singing experience.

Learn to Play the Blues NE Intermediate-level W students of any age who play any instrument are welcome to join this 6 week class. Students will learn to play and improvise on the basic blues progressions. A great opportunity to get to know a classic American art form. Instructor: Andrew Verdoes Main Street Music, Inc. Location: Musco Music Room Note: Instructor will refer students to the appropriate music books. Instructor will provide students with worksheets.

music Elements of Afro-Cuban Percussion

Ukulele Class for Seniors

Over the course of 6 weeks this class will introduce students to four instruments that are fundamental in Afro-Cuban music: the clave (pair of wooden sticks), the iron bell, the shekere (a beaded gourd), and the conga drum. Students will learn signature musical patterns and basic correct technique on these instruments. A great introduction to Afro-Cuban polyrhythm and polymeter for novices or musicians looking to expand their knowledge.

This class will be a social “uke” club in which those who attend will learn basic skills on the ukulele, as well as sing-along songs. Class is open to seniors (or those close to senior age!) and will meet twice a week. This class is underwritten through the generous support of the Grand Foundation.

NE Instructor: Elizabeth Sayre W Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students do not need to bring instruments to class, but may want to consider purchase for practice at home.

Instructor: Brian Hunt Main Street Music, Inc. Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students must have their own ukulele.

Music Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37084

THURS

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

6 - 7 PM

5 - ADULT

$109

$120

37085

THURS

3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

6 - 7 PM

5 - ADULT

$109

$120

37242

THURS

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

6 - 7 PM

5 - ADULT

$109

$120

Musical Theater Workshop

37243

FRI

3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5

4 - 4:45 PM

13 - 18

$109

$120

Learn to Play the Blues

37247

THURS

2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

4 - 4:45 PM

7 - ADULT

$109

$120

37248

THURS

4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9

4 - 4:45 PM

7 - ADULT

$109

$120

Elements of AfroCuban Percussion

37249

MON

2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18

7 - 8 PM

12 - ADULT

$109

$120

37250

MON

4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13

7 - 8 PM

12 - ADULT

$109

$120

Ukulele Class for Seniors

37244

TUES/ THURS

1/22, 1/24, 1/29,1/31, 2/5, 2/7, 2/12, 2/14, 2/19, 2/21, 2/26, 2/28

1 - 1:45 PM

SENIORS 60 & UP

$35

$39

37245

TUES/ THURS

3/5, 3/7, 3/12, 3/14, 3/19, 3/21, 3/26, 3/28, 4/2, 4/4, 4/9, 4/11

1 - 1:45 PM

SENIORS 60 & UP

$35

$39

37246

TUES/ THURS

4/16, 4/18, 4/23, 4/25, 4/30, 5/2, 5/7, 5/9, 5/14, 5/16, 5/21, 5/23

1 - 1:45 PM

SENIORS 60 & UP

$35

$39

Beginning Group Guitar I

music Private Guitar, Ukulele or Electric Bass Lessons NE W

Private guitar, bass, or ukulele classes are designed for the novice as well as the player with fundamental skills. The student starts by learning parts of the instrument, including the order of the strings and how to properly tune them. The fret board is then examined as well as the basic hand shapes. Once the student has a grasp of the notes on the instrument and an introduction to basic music reading, instruction on chords, lines, and three of the primary scales will follow. Students will also gain an understanding of the common chords or lines found in such music genres as: Latin, blues, R&B, jazz, and rock. During the final week participants will learn how to play a simple song. Instructor: Brian Hunt Main Street Music, Inc. Location: Music 4 Note: Half-hour private lessons on Thursdays 3:30 - 6 PM. Students must bring their own instrument, pen or pencil and a notebook. Instructor will refer students to the appropriate books. Ages: 5 - ADULT

Private Voice Lessons

Private Drum Set Lessons

Learn how to sing in tune freely and easily with excellent projection. In this class students will be challenged to learn proper vocal technique and production, improve their range, develop good diction habits, and increase their self-confidence. Adults, teens, and pre-teens will receive guidance in finding the true beauty and power behind their natural singing voice.

Beginning through intermediate level students will explore the skills and techniques necessary to be wellrounded and accomplished drummers. Students will learn rudimentary techniques, stick control, syncopated rhythms, various time signatures, solid foundations of rock, jazz, and Latin styles, as well as double-bass, triple strokes, advanced rudiments, soloing, and tuning, and drum kit maintenance. Classes meet once a week for 40 minutes.

Instructor: Wendy Goulart Location: Music 2 Note: 40-minute lessons on Mondays 6 - 8 pm, Tuesdays 1- 8 pm, Fridays 1 - 6 pm, and Saturdays 10 am - 12 pm. Instructor will refer students to the appropriate music books. Ages: 6 - ADULT

Private Piano Lessons This class allows beginning, intermediate, and advanced students to reach their fullest potential on the piano while expanding their appreciation for music. Students will work at a personal level and a pace that are comfortable yet challenging. Learn how to play piano with confidence and expression using the correct touch, fingering, and interpretation, and bring your sheet music to life! Instructor: Sunny Kim Location: Musco Music Room/Music 3 Note: Half-hour private lessons on Mondays 3 - 6 PM. Instructor will refer students to the appropriate music books. Ages: 4 - ADULT

Instructor: Wendy Goulart Location: Music 2 Note: Mondays 6 - 8 pm, Tuesdays 1- 8 pm, and Saturdays 10 am - 12 pm. Instructor will refer students to the appropriate music books. Students must bring their own drum sticks. Ages: 6 - ADULT

Private Conga Drum Lessons Learn correct body posture, hand position, tone production, technique, and exercises to get started on one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most common percussion instruments. These lessons are appropriate for musical novices as well as musicians who are looking to learn the specifics of Afro-Cuban style conga drumming. Once basic technique is mastered, students will learn tumbao and other fundamental popular and folkloric rhythms. Rhythms and exercises will be notated on request, and basic rhythmic notation taught upon request. Instructor: Elizabeth Sayre NE Location: Music 2 W Note: Half-hour private lessons Wednesdays 7 - 9 PM. Instructor will refer students to published resources as needed. Students do not need to bring a conga drum to class, but should consider purchasing one for practice at home. Ages: 12 - ADULT

Fees for all Private Lessons Resident

$130 for 4 weeks $240 for 8 weeks $360 for 12 weeks

Non-Resident $142 for 4 weeks $264 for 8 weeks $396 for 12 weeks

SPECIAL OFFER!

Use coupon code PRVTLES for a discount on private music lessons. If you register for private lessons before February 15 (any instrument or voice), you or your child will receive $10 off per month on private lesson fees: Resident $120 for 4 weeks $230 for 8 weeks $350 for 12 weeks

music Private music students receive a discount for signing up for 2 or 3 consecutive months! Private music students may sign up on a month-by-month basis with the understanding that the class times may change from month to month. Alternatively, students can pay for two months of instruction in advance to secure a preferred time slot. Classes will not be held without payment. Please call the Box Office to check class availability. Online registration is available for single class enrollment. To receive the discounted rate you must enroll in person at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, by fax at 209.831.6271, or by phone at 209.831.6858.

Non-Resident $132 for 4 weeks $254 for 8 weeks $386 for 12 weeks

See additional Music Workshops pages 30-31 17

ceramics Ceramics Lab

Beginning to Intermediate Wheel Throwing Whether you are new to ceramics or have some experience, this class is perfect for beginning to intermediate level students interested in learning the technique of turning pottery from a wheel. Beginners will receive a basic introduction to the skills of the medium, while those with experience will learn to create more complex forms. This class meets twice a week for 4 weeks.

NE Clay for Kids: W Beginning Sculpture Do you have a child who loves to work with their hands? Maybe they have worked with clay before and loved it? Well, this class is for them! Here students will learn basic technique for working with clay as well as some of the fundamentals of art and design. Each session offers a different project. Clay will be provided. This class is underwritten through the generous support of the Grand Foundation. Instructor: Marielle McGee Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: Students should wear washable clothing and shoes. NO CLASS ON 2/18. 18

Instructor: Marielle McGee Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: NO CLASS ON 2/18.

Beginning to Intermediate Hand Building Different from working on the pottery wheel, this class will focus on building ceramic pieces from slabs and coils. This course is an excellent complement to our wheel throwing class, and appropriate for beginning to intermediate level students. Participants will learn basic techniques of clay-working while also learning how to incorporate molds and armatures to build larger forms. This class meets twice a week for 4 weeks. Instructor: Lauren Carter, Staff Location: Langley Ceramics Studio

Join us Monday and Wednesday nights from 7 to 9 pm for time to practice what you are learning in classes. Students, both beginning and advanced, are encouraged to attend lab to enhance their learning experience. Non-students are also welcome. Instruction will not be provided. You can register for several sessions in advance or pay for a drop-in. Check out our bundle deals--clay is available for purchase separately. Instructor: Lauren Carter, Staff Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: CERAMICS LAB BEGINS 1/23 AND ENDS 5/22. NO LAB ON 2/18. Registration fee includes lab fee and kiln firing. Drop In Price Per Lab: $15 resident / $18 non-resident Punch Card: Class # 37445/37446 $75 resident / $83 non-resident (6 labs for price of 5) Grand Theatre Potters Lab Passes*: Class # 37444 Once Per Week Pass*: $180 resident / $198 non-resident (18 labs for price of 14â&#x20AC;&#x201D;once per week)

Twice Per Week Pass*: $300 resident / $330 non-resident (34 labs for price of 20â&#x20AC;&#x201D;twice per week)

*Passes entitle ceramics students to attend any glass lab session at 50% off. Instructor: Lauren Carter, Staff Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: LAB BEGINS 1/23 & ENDS 5/22. NO LAB ON 2/18.

ceramics Ceramics Firings at the Grand

Starting this spring the Grand is pleased to provide cone 6 electric kiln firing services to the local ceramic community. Simply bring your unfired ceramic wares to our studio. A rate sheet is available upon request from the Ceramics Studio Technician. We will provide you with a finalized price when pieces are ready for pick up. Please note this special service is contingent on the materials being fired, and that we reserve the right to approve/ reject work if materials are unidentifiable. We look forward to working with you!

Ceramic Supplies

Grand Theatre Potters

New this spring, the Grand is providing clay and tools for purchase. For a complete list of what is available, contact the Ceramics Studio Technician.

This group of artists and students is affiliated with the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts. We are organized for the purpose of uniting students involved in the ceramic arts program and encouraging their development. Meetings and events will be shared via email, and on our blog.

New clay: $10 / 25lb bag Recycled clay: $5 / 25lb bag Grand Theatre Potters Discounts New clay: $8 / 25lb bag Recycled clay: $3 / 25lb bag

Grand Theatre Potters Lab Passes are available for purchase (see previous page), and offer discounted rates on bulk purchase of lab sessions, as well as 50% off the price of glass lab drop-in sessions.

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Clay for Kids: Animals

37447

MON/WED

Piggy Banks

37448

Pencil Boxes Vases Beginning to Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Beginning to Intermediate Hand Building

Ceramics Lab

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

1/28, 1/30, 2/4, 2/6, 2/11, 2/13 3:30 - 5 PM

7 - 12

$25

$28

MON/WED

3/4, 3/6, 3/11, 3/13, 3/18, 3/20 3:30 - 5 PM

7 - 12

$25

$28

37449

MON/WED

4/1, 4/3, 4/8, 4/10, 4/15, 4/17

3:30 - 5 PM

7 - 12

$25

$28

37450

MON/WED

5/6, 5/8, 5/13, 5/15, 5/20, 5/22 3:30 - 5 PM

7 - 12

$25

$28

37451

MON/WED

1/28, 1/30, 2/4, 2/6, 2/11, 2/13, 2/20, 2/25

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37452

MON/WED

3/4, 3/6, 3/11, 3/13, 3/18, 3/20, 3/25, 3/27

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37453

MON/WED

4/1, 4/3, 4/8, 4/10, 4/15, 4/17, 4/22, 4/24

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37454

MON/WED

4/29, 5/1, 5/6, 5/8, 5/13, 5/15, 5/20, 5/22

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37456

TUES/THURS

1/29, 1/31, 2/5, 2/7, 2/12, 2/14, 2/19, 2/21

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37457

TUES/THURS

3/5, 3/7, 3/12, 3/14, 3/19, 3/21, 3/26, 3/28

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37458

TUES/THURS

4/2, 4/4, 4/9, 4/11, 4/16, 4/18, 4/23, 4/25

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

37459

TUES/THURS

4/30, 5/2, 5/7, 5/9, 5/14, 5/16, 5/21, 5/23

5 - 7 PM

16 - ADULT

$65

$72

MON/WED

Begins 1/23 & Ends 5/22

7 - 9 PM

16 - ADULT

$15

$18

*Each session has a unique class # available at time of registration. Students may also purchase a 6-lab punchcard (class # 37445/37446) or a semester pass (class # 37444) at a discount (see above).

visual arts Art I: Introduction to Art— Color Theory, Highlights, and Shadows Art I is a beginner class for young students, and is an introduction to color theory, and highlights and shadows. The students learn to use watercolors, acrylics, and dry pastels, and how to enhance their artwork by painting. Instructor gives drawing demonstrations and students are encouraged to bring their own subject matter to paint. Color and creativity are highly encouraged in this class. A student art exhibit for parents is held on the last day of class. Instructor: Ingrid Canton Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Registration fee includes basic supplies. NO CLASS ON 1/21, 2/18.

Art II: Creating with Watercolors Art II is a continuation of Art I. Students will further concentrate on techniques for pastels, and will review the use of acrylics, but Art II is primarily a watercolor class. Students will learn more color theory by mixing and creating new colors. Watercolor techniques are demonstrated and used in the final project. Students learn to step back and slow down on projects to further understand the use of different media. Color and creativity are highly encouraged in this class. A student art exhibit for parents is held on the last day of class. Instructor: Ingrid Canton Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Students must have completed Art I to take this class. Registration fee includes basic supplies.

Art III: Acrylic Painting and Review of Other Media Students will use their experience from Art I and Art II to further their skills in creating more advanced artwork. Acrylics are Art III’s primary focus. Students will have time to paint more on a limited number of pieces. In each session, instructor will demonstrate techniques used by current and past artists. Students will continue to bring their own subject matter and will paint in the style of that week’s highlighted artist. Color and creativity are highly encouraged in this class. A student art exhibit for parents is held on the last day of class. Instructor: Ingrid Canton Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Students must have completed Art I and Art II to take this class. Registration fee includes basic supplies. 20

Private Art Lessons with Ingrid Canton

Private art lessons are for students who would like one-on-one guidance in creating their artwork. This class is open to beginning through advanced students who have completed Art I through Art III OR other art classes. Students will learn new techniques and styles in painting, will study design and layout, and will create artwork they would be proud to enter in a show or display in their homes. A phone or in-person interview with the instructor will be scheduled prior to first day of class to set goals for the sessions. This is a highly personalized class tailored to individual students. Great for homeschooled children, or as an after-school program (evening session in March). Instructor: Ingrid Canton Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Basic supplies are provided, but students are welcome to bring supplies and artwork they would like to enhance. Each class can accept 1 or 2 students.

visual arts Pre-School Drawing for Creativity and Imagination

Elementary Drawing: Expression Through Drawing

Humor + Art = Cartoon Drawing

Young Rembrandts classes will improve a child’s creativity, imagination, art vocabulary, and attention to detail. In this step-by-step class, children will learn fundamentals of drawing along with a variety of tools and techniques they will need to become skillful artists. Lessons will include portraiture, still life, and perspective drawing. Students will leave every class with completed drawings. New lessons are presented in each session. No prior art class experience necessary.

All children can and should learn to draw. Our elementary-age curriculum develops basic through advanced drawing skills, art technique, and vocabulary in a positive and nurturing environment that brings out the best in each child. We believe that drawing is the foundational skill required for future artistic success. Children are taught everything they need to know to express their creativity through two-dimensional art. At the end of each class students will leave with completed drawings. New lessons are presented in each session. No prior art class experience necessary.

Learning how to draw can be fun, especially when we create silly characters, funny expressions, and drawing sequences that tell a joke! This delightful program combines Young Rembrandts’ innovative, step-by-step drawing method with a light-hearted subject matter that engages children’s sense of humor and imagination. New lessons are presented in each session. No prior art class experience necessary.

Instructor: Suzanne Anderson, Young Rembrandts Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

Art I: Theories, Highlights, Shadows

37286

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25

4 - 6 PM

7- 12

$65

$72

Art II: Watercolors

37287

MON

3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

4 - 6 PM

7 - 13

$65

$72

Art III: Acrylic Painting +

37288

MON

4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13

4 - 6 PM

7 - 13

$65

$72

Private Art Lessons with Ingrid Canton

37477

TUES

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37478

WED

2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27

11:30 AM - 1 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37479

THURS

2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37480

WED

3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

5:30 - 7:30 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37481

THURS

3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37482

TUES

4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37483

WED

4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1

11:30 AM - 1 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

37484

THURS

4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 15

$105

$115

Pre-School Drawing for Creativity and Imagination*

37289

WED

2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13

3 - 3:45 PM

3-5

$54

$59

37290

WED

4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8

3 - 3:45 PM

3-5

$54

$59

Elementary Drawing: Expression through Drawing*

37291

WED

1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

3 - 4 PM

6 - 12

$54

$59

37292

WED

3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

3 - 4 PM

6 - 12

$54

$59

Humor + Art = Cartoon Drawing*

37293

WED

1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

4 - 5 PM

6 - 12

$54

$59

37294

WED

2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13

4 - 5 PM

6 - 12

$54

$59

37295

WED

3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

4 - 5 PM

6 - 12

$54

$59

37296 WED 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 4 - 5 PM Note: All studio classes, wear comfortable clothes for messy activities. *Class meets once a week for 4 weeks. All materials are supplied by Young Rembrandts.

6 - 12

$54

$59

visual arts Toddler & Me Art

W Toddlers and their parents are invited to explore art-making together for the toddler’s first artmaking experiences. With interactive, hands-on activities, toddlers will explore their imaginations through the worlds of painting, drawing, sculpture, and collage. This class meets once a week for four weeks. This class is underwritten through the generous support of the Grand Foundation. Instructor: Carol Ponsaran Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio

Note: Parents participate in class with children. Supplies are included in fee.

NE Family Art Days: W Monthly Open Studio Families are welcome to come in to Open Studios to explore a variety of art-making processes. Several art stations will be set up (painting, drawing, collage) for non-structured, free exploration, as well as a station with a project of the day.

Instructor: Carol Ponsaran Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Participants may arrive any time during studio hours and stay as long as they wish. REGISTRATION FEE IS PER FAMILY. Supplies are included in fees.

NE W Intro to Mixed Media Sculpture for Youth/Teens

Students will explore three-dimensional design in this hands-on class, combining a broad range of materials to create modern sculptures. Students will learn about form, space, and texture using materials such as wood, paper, found objects, and others. This class meets once a week for four weeks. Instructor: Carol Ponsaran Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Supplies included in fees. 22

Creative Corner Go on a tour of U.S. states without leaving Tracy! Students study a different state in each session through a thematic and multisensory approach. Creative Corner is an exciting, fastpaced art as well as a cooking class. Children will learn to appreciate fine arts by studying a famous artist’s style and then making their own masterpieces. Students will learn life skills in kitchen safety, language arts skills through reading and following recipes. Students will also touch on mathematics and science by using time and measurements. Social Studies will be explored through utilizing an atlas, playing cultural games, and sampling foods from across the U.S. Communication skills are practiced when students present their artwork to each other. Instructor: Sarah McNamara Location: Community Banks Children’s Studio Note: Supply fee includes all ingredients and materials. Instructor must be notified of any food allergies by the first day of class. Flip-flops and gum are not permitted in the classroom. NO CLASS ON 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10.

Cultural Arts Series #3: Pop-Up Greeting Cards with Paper Florals N EW

This class will celebrate the U.S. culture’s delight in giving greeting cards for different occasions. The class will meet for three 60-minute sessions, in which students will create three different threedimensional art pieces that express a message or personal sentiment. Instructor: Beatriz Flores Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Class fee includes supplies.

Cultural Arts Series #4: Asian Brushwork: Cherry Blossoms on Scrolls NE W

This class will be completed in two sessions on two consecutive Saturdays. First, students will be guided through practicing the types of brush strokes needed to form the stems and flowers of cherry blossoms. Students will also learn to load their brushes so that two tones of color will be achieved in the blossoms. The work will be painted on white paper and mounted on bright colored paper attached to wooden dowels. Instructor: Beatriz Flores Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Class fee includes supplies.

visual arts

Course Times and Fees Class Name Toddler & Me Art*

Family Art Days: Open Studio*

Intro to Mixed Media Sculpture for Youth and Teens*

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37315

SAT

1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16

10 - 11 AM

18 mos - 3

$20

$22

37316

SAT

2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16

10 - 11 AM

18 mos - 3

$20

$22

37317

SAT

3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13

10 - 11 AM

18 mos - 3

$20

$22

37318

SAT

4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11

10 - 11 AM

18 mos - 3

$20

$22

37319

SAT

1/26

11 AM - 1 PM

18 mos - 17

$18

$21

37320

SAT

2/9

11 AM - 1 PM

18 mos - 17

$18

$21

37321

SAT

3/16

11 AM - 1 PM

18 mos - 17

$18

$21

37322

SAT

4/20

11 AM - 1 PM

18 mos - 17

$18

$21

37323

SAT

5/18

11 AM - 1 PM

18 mos - 17

$18

$21

37324

THUR

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14

4:30 - 5:30 PM

7 - 12

$50

$55

37331

THUR

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14

5:30 - 6:30 PM

13 - 18

$50

$55

37325

THUR

2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

4:30 - 5:30 PM

7 - 12

$50

$55

37332

THUR

2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

5:30 - 6:30 PM

13 - 18

$50

$55

37326

THUR

3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

4:30 - 5:30 PM

7 - 12

$50

$55

37333

THUR

3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

5:30 - 6:30 PM

13 - 18

$50

$55

37327

THUR

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9

4:30 - 5:30 PM

7 - 12

$50

$55

37334

THUR

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9

5:30 - 6:30 PM

13 - 18

$50

$55

Creative Corner

37285

FRI

1/25, 2/1, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/17

12:30 - 2:30 PM

4.5 - 12

$90

$98

Cultural Arts Series #3: Pop-Up Greeting Cards

37345

SAT

1/26, 2/2, 2/9

10:30 - 11:30 AM

10 - 14

$30

$33

Cultural Arts Series #4: Asian Brushwork

37346

SAT

3/9, 3/16

10:30 - 11:30 AM

10 - 14

$25

$28

Note: For all studio classes, students should wear comfortable clothes for messy activities. * Tracy Art League Members can receive a 10% discount off class fees.

visual arts Anime Explosion: Illustration for Teens

Introduction to Oil & Acrylic Painting

Anime is here to stay! This style of illustration has been around since the early 20th century, and has evolved into a craze that has teens flocking to the bookstore to buy graphic novels. Some artists even adapt classic literary works to the graphic novel style, so get out your pens! Each week the instructor will lead students through drawing exercises and examples, and students will meet peers who are â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the same page.â&#x20AC;? For those interested in writing, the instructor will offer tools for getting started.

Explore this exciting introductory class in oil and acrylic painting with local artist Vince Walsh. Over 6 weeks, students will follow a step-by-step guide to painting that covers such techniques as brush stroke, color theory, scale, and composition. Even the most tentative amateur will develop confidence and skills. Shared painting materials will be provided in class, and students may bring their own painting supplies. Registration includes lab fee for materials and studio use.

Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Students may bring sketchbooks and drawing materials to class. Students may also bring books or artwork for inspiration.

Instructor: Vince Walsh Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Students should bring an apron or clothes to paint in. NO CLASS 2/18.

Color and Design for Youth and Teens

This 6 week class will meet once a week for two hours, and will teach basic color and design principles to younger students. Topics covered in the class will include value scales, the creation of a color wheel, the perception and psychology of color, a focal point project, an analogous painting project, color matching, the study of the use of color and design in great paintings, and a final mandala project. Instructor: Bradley Corbet Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Basic supplies are included in the fee for this class. NO CLASS ON 2/18.

Intermediate Oil & Acrylic Painting

Intro to Street Art: Spray Paint Can Control NE

This 6 week class teaches W intermediate-level students about the recent history of street art, and combats vandalism by teaching correct techniques for creating artworks using spray paint. Students will learn about the history of street art in the 1980s and 90s, and will be taught proper safety measures for working with spray paint cans. Next students will learn how to create basic lines and shapes, and then will move on to painting animals or their own ideas. Instructor: Bradley Corbet Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Students must have some previous visual arts experience in order to enroll in this class. Basic supplies to be used in class are included in registration fee.

This class is intended for students who have taken Introduction to Oil & Acrylic Painting or who feel they have a basic understanding of painting. Students will explore color, value, and shapes while focusing on still life and landscape. Shared painting materials will be provided in class, and students may bring their own painting supplies. Registration includes lab fee for materials and studio use. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks. Instructor: Vince Walsh Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Students must have completed Introduction to Oil & Acrylic Painting to take this class.

visual arts Beginning & Intermediate Acrylic Painting for Seniors

Exploring Abstract Painting

Learn to mix and apply the colors and textures of nature with easy-tohandle acrylic paint. Join local artist and instructor Barbara DeVol in a close look at still life, portrait, and landscape painting. Students will develop their masterpieces in layers from a simple sketch to a detailed painting. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Over the course of 6 weeks, this all-levels class will introduce students to the language of abstract art. Students will learn to use color, composition, and brushstroke to create and express emotion or convey ideas through the creation of non-figurative works and the critique of well-known works of abstract art.

Instructor: Barbara DeVol Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Please bring a canvas board (8”x10” or larger) for your first painting. Registration fee includes lab and supply fee.

Instructor: Carol Ponsaran Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Basic supplies are included in class fees. Students are asked to bring a 16”x 20” canvas to the first class, and are welcome to bring their own supplies as well.

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37347

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12

6 - 7 PM

12 - 18

$60

$66

37348

TUES

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12

6 - 7 PM

12 - 18

$60

$66

37349

TUES

3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

6 - 7 PM

12 - 18

$60

$66

37350

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7

6 - 7 PM

12 - 18

$60

$66

Color and Design for Youth and Teens*

37351

MON

2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18

4 - 6 PM

11 - 16

$90

$98

37352

MON

4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13

4 - 6 PM

11 - 16

$90

$98

Intro to Street Art:*

37353

WED

4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15

4 - 6 PM

12 - 16

$100

$108

Intro to Oil & Acrylic Painting: Theories and Compositions*

37309

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

10 AM - 12 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

37310

MON

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

10 AM - 12 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

37311

MON

1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

6 - 8 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

37312

MON

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

6 - 8 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

Intermediate Oil & Acrylic Painting: Shapes and Values*

37313

SAT

1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16

10 AM - 12 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

37314

SAT

3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

10 AM - 12 PM

13 - ADULT

$90

$99

Beginning & Intermediate Acrylic Painting for Seniors*

37303

TUES

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12

9 - 11 AM

SENIORS 55 & UP

$35

$39

37304

TUES

4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14

9 - 11 AM

SENIORS 55 & UP

$35

$39

Exploring Abstract Painting*

37354

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

6 - 7:30 PM

15 - ADULT

$105

$115

37355

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

6 - 7:30 PM

15 - ADULT

$105

$115

Anime Explosion: Illustration for Teens

Spray Paint Can Control

* Tracy Art League Members can receive a 10% discount off class fees. Note: For all studio classes, students should wear comfortable clothes for messy activities.

visual arts Creativity Unleashed: Creative Writing & Illustration for Adults Many adults have stories burning a hole in their pockets that they just have to get out on paper. Come join the journey into brainstorming and planning a short story, children’s story, your first novel or even a screenplay. Students will learn to outline stories, develop characters, and create storyboards. Come join a fellowship of new and “used” (experienced) authors. Students will be inspired by each other’s creativity. For those who want to illustrate as well as write, the instructor will demonstrate while others work on writing. In this class, we will also discuss publishing, self-publishing, online e-book publishing, and copyrighting. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Students may bring a laptop, iPad, or notebook, sketchbook, and drawing materials to class. Students may also bring photos, books, or artwork for inspiration.

Collage as Illustration NE W This class will introduce students to the art of collage through two projects to be completed over the course of 6 weeks. First, students will create a paper collage from paper cut into shapes. In the second project, students will use fabric, paper, and personal treasures to create an illustration that can be framed at the conclusion of the class. Instructor: Josie O’Malley Location: Visual Arts 1

Two-Sided Panels in Glass

Mold Making for Glass

This course is designed for the beginner and intermediate glass student. It will give beginners an opportunity to learn basic cutting, fusing, and cold working skills. Intermediate and beginner students alike will expand their abilities to work with commonly used glass materials, tools, accessories. They will learn how to create designs on both the back and front of a piece. Students will complete and present a twodimensional square panel on both sides of the glass.

This class is designed for advanced glass students, or students with experience sculpting in clay. In this 4 week offering, students will learn how to design and execute a mold and cast glass into it. N

Instructor: Abhilasha Natarajan Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: NO CLASS ON 2/19. One section is offered for adults and one for pre-teens and young teens.

Embedded Imagery in Glass This class, open to students at any level, focuses on one aspect of working with powders, and will give students experience in embedding three dimensional imagery in stacks of fused glass. In addition to instruction on safety and technique, students will learn about the history of glass art and about some current well-known artists. Instructor: Abhilasha Natarajan Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: One section is offered for adults and one for teens.

Instructor: Abhilasha Natarajan Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: This course is open only to experienced students, and those over the age of 15.

Saturday Fused Glass Lab Fused glass students can work independently on projects of their choosing. Instructor will be present, but no formal teachings will be given. NO GLASS IS PROVIDED with this class. Larger glass pieces may be purchased on site through Arts Education staff or the Grand Theatre Patron Services. Tools will be available for use. Students may drop in to individual sessions, or they may purchase a 6-lab punchcard or semester pass, as follows: Drop In Price Per Lab: $15 resident / $18 non-resident Punch Card: Class # 37398 $75 resident / $83 non-resident (6 labs for price of 5) Glass Artisans of Tracy Lab Passes* Class #37401 Once Per Week Pass*: $180 resident / $198 non-resident (17 labs for price of 14—once per week)

*Passes entitle glass students to attend any ceramics lab session at 50% off.

Instructor: Abhilasha Natarajan Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: LAB BEGINS 1/26 AND ENDS 5/18. Class fee includes kiln firings.

visual arts Glass Artisans of Tracy

Glass Artisans of Tracy is a group of artists and students who meet to support the development of fused glass art. Members will find postings of program updates, announcements, and other materials related to the glass arts program through our blog and e-mail updates.

Glass Supplies Now Available! Glass Supplies are available for purchase through Arts Education Staff and/or the Grand Theatre Patron Services. For more information, consult Arts Education Staff.

Glass Artisansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lab Passes are available for purchase (see previous page) and entitle the holder to a discount on weekly glass labs, as well as 50% off the price of drop-in ceramics lab sessions.

See additional Visual Arts Workshops pages 30-31

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37305

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12

8 - 9 PM

18 - ADULT

$60

$66

37306

TUES

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12

8 - 9 PM

18 - ADULT

$60

$66

37307

TUES

3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9

8 - 9 PM

18 - ADULT

$60

$66

37308

TUES

4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7

8 - 9 PM

18 - ADULT

$60

$66

Collage As Illustration

37356

WED

3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

4:30 - 6 PM

14 - ADULT

$125

$137

Two-Sided Panels in Glass*

37374

TUES

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26

1 - 3 PM

ADULT

$195

$205

37375

SAT

1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23

10 AM - 12 PM

10 - 13

$195

$205

Embedded Imagery in Glass*

37376

TUES

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2

1 - 3 PM

ADULT

$195

$205

37377

SAT

3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20

10 AM - 12 PM

14 - 18

$195

$205

Mold Making for Glass*

37378

TUES

4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

1 - 3 PM

15 - ADULT

$225

$247

37379

SAT

4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

10 AM - 12 PM

15 - ADULT

$225

$247

Saturday Fused Glass Lab*

SAT

BEGINS 1/26 & ENDS 5/18

12 - 2 PM

12 - ADULT

$15

$18

Creativity Unleashed: Creative Writing & Illustration for Adults

*Tracy Art League Members can receive a 10% discount off class fees. **Each session has a unique class number, available at time of registration. Students may also purchase a 6-lab punchcard (class # 37398) or a semester pass at a discount (see above; class # 37401). Notes: For health and safety reasons, glass classes and labs are not suitable for those with learning difďŹ culties, or visual or breathing impairments. For all studio classes, students should wear comfortable clothes appropriate for messy activities.

visual arts Beginning Digital Photography

This class will explore the creative controls on the modern digital camera. Through both classroom instruction and in-the-field exploration of the Grand, students will learn the basics of working with an adjustable camera, including f-stops, shutter speeds, “ISO” speed, lens, focus, and focal length. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks. Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students will need to bring their own cameras with adjustable controls (no cell phone cameras, please!), the camera manual, and film rolls or media cards.

Intermediate Digital Photography

This class picks up where Beginning Digital Photography leaves off. Students will go far beyond the basic pointing and shooting of a digital camera (single-lens reflex, “dSLR,” models preferred). Through classroom discussions and working with the camera in various locations around the Grand, students will explore more complex and sophisticated digital photography techniques. Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room Note: Past enrollment in a photography class offered at the Grand (beginning or intermediate) or equivalent is required. .

Photo Workshop Series I This series will introduce students to working with Photoshop and Lightroom, programs for editing digital photos.

Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room Note: The first four-hour session (on Photoshop) is a pre-requisite for enrolling in subsequent two-hour workshops. The second session, an introduction to Lightroom, may also serve as a pre-requisite to the last two-hour workshop. See schedule of topics and workshops in chart.

Photo Workshop Series II: Photodocumenting Artwork This series will introduce artists to concepts and photographic techniques for documenting their work for the purpose of creating digital portfolios, photo blogs, or for entering competitions or applying for grants that require digital work samples.

Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room Note: The first four-hour session is a pre-requisite to subsequent sessions on specific topics; see details in chart.

Monthly Saturday Morning Photo Studio NE W This monthly series of hands-on sessions focuses on one issue, style, or question of interest per session. • • • • •

1/26: Lighting Character: Idiosyncrasies and Characteristics 2/23: Available Light Portraits 3/30: Close-up: exploring the concept of “small” 4/27: Still Life: A captured moment of a tabletop scene 5/4: Shooting modes: From “full auto” to “full manual” and many places in between

Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room Note: Students may register for individual sessions, or enroll in the

Travel Photography Workshop This one-time workshop offers ideas for recording and documenting a travel experience in order to save memories of events, experiences, and places. The instructor will cover safe travel with a camera, awareness of surroundings, and techniques for saving, editing, and sharing travel photos. Instructor: Richard Beebe Tracy Camera Club Location: Musco Music Room

visual arts

Course Times and Fees Class Name Beginning Digital Photography*

Intermediate Digital Photography*

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

37297

THURS

1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14

6 - 8 PM

15 - ADULT

$50

$55

37298

THURS

3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

6 - 8 PM

15 - ADULT

$50

$55

37299

SAT

4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11

10 AM - 12 PM

15 - ADULT

$50

$55

37300

THURS

2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

6 - 8 PM

15 - ADULT

$50

$55

37301

THURS

4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9

6 - 8 PM

15 - ADULT

$50

$55

Photo Workshop Series 1: Tools for Digital Editing* Photoshop Intro**

37357

SAT

2/2

10 AM - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$40

$44

Lightroom Intro**

37358

SAT

2/9

10 AM - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$40

$44

Photoshop: Tools

37359

SAT

2/16

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Photoshop: Adjustments

37360

SAT

2/23

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Photoshop: Creativity

37361

SAT

3/2

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

More Photoshop & Lightroom

37362

SAT

3/9

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Photo Workshop Series II: Photodocumenting Artwork* Intro Prereq Session**

37363

SAT

3/16

10 AM - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$40

$44

Photographing Glass

37364

SAT

3/23

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Photographing Flat Art

37365

SAT

3/30

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Photographing Dimensional Art

37366

SAT

4/6

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$30

$33

Monthly Saturday Morning Photo Studio***

*** 37372

SAT

1/26, 2/23, 3/30, 4/27, 5/4

10 AM - 12 PM 12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT $20 drop-in $85 all

Travel Photography Workshop*

37373

SAT

5/18

10 AM - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

$23 drop-in $94 all

$40

$44

*Tracy Camera Club members receive a 10% discount off class fees. **These classes are pre-requisites for subsequent offerings in the series. ***These are drop-in sessions with unique registration numbers; students may register for all sessions for a discount, as indicated. The class # given, 37372, is for the entire series. The ﬁrst three sessions start at 10 am; the last two begin at noon.

master classes DRAMA WORKSHOP Master Class with Jeri Sager

DRAMA WORKSHOP Master Class with Anthony Rapp

Jeri Sager is a veteran of Broadway and numerous national tours. She is best known for her portrayal of “Grizabella” in CATS, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award winning musical. In this very special workshop she will focus on preparing for the show. Topics will include rehearsing, vocal warm ups, emotional preparation, and a detailed segment on makeup for the stage.

Anthony Rapp, an actor best known for his role in the Broadway musical RENT will talk about his experiences with the creation and success of RENT as well as the tragic death of its creator Jonathan Larson. He will also speak about writing plays and musicals, referencing his own book and one man musical Without You, and the resulting collaboration, work shopping and final production of new works.

Location: Studio Theatre Note: See page 31 for details.

Location: ETK Theatre Note: See page 31 for details. 29

workshops

visual arts Dry Plaster Casting with Float Glass

Gourd Art Workshop with Pat Sanchez

Instructor: Teddie Hathaway Location: Langley Ceramics Studio Note: These classes are for any level of glass student. There will be no cold working in these classes, but there will be discussion of methods of cold working to finish items made in class.

Instructor: Pat Sanchez Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Registration fee includes supplies for class.

Shakespeare as a Second Language

FREE Auditioning Skills Workshop

This three-session workshop will introduce the method of dry plaster casting with recycled float glass. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the mold-making and firing processes, make two different projects, and paint or silver leaf their projects.

Learning Shakespearean English is like learning a foreign language, but when you spend a little time with it, you really start understanding things within the context of the dialogue. Come dally in a 90 minute workshop based on the game “Shakespeare in a Box,” diving into The Taming of the Shrew. You will learn a bit about the Bard of Avon, and a bit about delivering Shakespeare as it should be. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Dance Studio

Ms. Sanchez is an outstanding regional gourd artist. Her work is inspired by the patterns, colors, and adornments found in Native American art. In this hands-on, introductory workshop, participants will learn the process and techniques of this medium, and will work on two different pieces.

Students will work on auditioning and cold-reading skills to be able to audition for school plays, community theatre, or film and television. They will learn how to get an edge on the competition and calm their stage fright response. The workshop helps improve presentation skills as well. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Dance Studio Note: Students can feel free to bring a prepared monologue or musical theater audition piece/CD to receive. feedback.

FREE Songs of Shakespeare for Children

This program is a fun, interactive exploration of two of Shakespeare’s plays, Twelfth Night and The Merry Wives of Windsor. Children will act out the plots, and the presentation will include brief interludes of Renaissance music. Instructor: Lynn Sampson Location: Studio Theatre 30

drama

Intro to Cuban-style Salsa Dance

Salsa dance, like food, is different in different places. Cuban-style Salsa (sometimes called “Casino” ), is distinguished from other Salsa styles from LA, New York, Colombia, and other places by being more circular and less linear. Cuban-style Salsa is very dynamic, never static; the partners are always circling around each other. In this class we’ll start from the basics, covering the fundamental rhythm of the dance (1,2,3), the basic step (“Guapea”), fundamental turns (“Enchufla”), and the all-important cross body lead (“Dile que no”). Instructor: Ryan Mead, Rueda con Ritmo Location: Dance Studio Note: No prior salsa experience., special shoes, or partner is necessary. Can be taken with Intro to Rueda for a discount.

Intro to Rueda (Cuban-style Salsa in a circle)

Rueda, meaning “wheel,” is a way of dancing Cuban-style salsa in a group, with a circle of couples. A bit like American Square Dancing, the Rueda is led by a cantante (or “caller”), who directs the dancers to perform the same movements together, frequently changing partners. In this class you’ll apply the Cuban-style Salsa skills you learned in the previous class to dancing in the Rueda with a full group. We’ll cover fundamental calls and steps such as “Pásala con las manos” (Pass your partner with your hands), “Dame Una” (Give me a new partner), “Adios” (Goodbye), and more. Instructor: Ryan Mead, Rueda con Ritmo Location: Dance Studio Note: Prerequisite: Intro to Cuban-style Salsa (taught earlier in the same day). No special shoes or partner is necessary. Can be taken with Intro to Cuban-Style Salsa Dancing for a discount.

dance

spring break camps Auditioning and Acting

Watercolor/Acrylic Spring Break Camp (Youth)

Spring Break Camp (Youth)

Students will learn auditioning skills and how to work on an audition monologue. The class will play theatre games and do improvisational warm-ups to increase the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s level of comfort onstage. Students will do on-camera work to learn selfcritiquing. They will also write their own monologues.

Students will use and build on their experience from taking Art I through Art III. This is a wonderful opportunity to refresh all that was taught in past classes. Students may choose which medium to work each day, creating their own assignments in a relaxed atmosphere. Instructor: Ingrid Canton Location: Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studio Note: Students must have completed Art I: Intro to Art. A student art exhibit for parents is held in the classroom on the last day.

Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Students should bring a binder and pencil to class, and come dressed to move, in closed-toe shoes and with hair out of face.

Anime Explosion Illustration Spring Break Camp (Teens)

Anime is here to stay! It has been around since the early 20th century and has evolved into a craze that has teens flocking to the bookstore to buy graphic novels. In this camp, the instructor leads teens through drawing exercises, and students meet other artists who are on the same page. For those considering writing, the instructor will offer tools for getting started.

Writing & Illustrating Outside-the-Box Spring Break Camp (Youth)

This camp is for that student who is seriously interested in drawing and/or writing stories with a unique twist. The instructor will lead students through drawing exercises. For those considering writing, the instructor will offer tools for getting started. Students will leave camp with numerous drawings and writers will have a work-in-progress and possibly a complete book by the end of camp. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 1 Note: Students may bring sketchbooks for drawing, or instructor will provide blank books for writing. Instructor: Deborah Littleton Location: Visual Arts 2 Note: Students may bring sketchbooks for drawing, or instuctor will provide blank books for writing.

Course Times and Fees Class Name

Class #

Days

Dates

Times

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

Master Class with JERI SAGER*

37404

FRI

2/8

6:30 - 8 PM

14 - ADULT

$10

Master Class w/ANTHONY RAPP*

37405

FRI

3/22

6:30 - 8 PM

14 - ADULT

$10

Dry Plaster Casting w/Float Glass

37402

SAT

3/2, 3/9, 3/16

10 AM - 12 PM

15 - ADULT

$160

$175

Gourd Art**

37400

SAT

4/20

12 - 4 PM

16 - ADULT

$25

$28

Shakespeare as a Second Language

37403

SAT

3/16

11 AM - 12:30 PM

12 - 18

$10

$13

Free Auditioning Skills Workshop

37397

SAT

1/26

10 AM - 12 PM

7 - 14

FREE

37399

SAT

1/26

12 - 2 PM

15 - ADULT

FREE

Free Songs of Shakespeare for Children

37214

SAT

3/16

12 - 2 PM

5 - 11

FREE

Intro to Cuban-style Salsa Dance

37407

SAT

4/27

11 AM - 12:30 PM

15 - ADULT

$15/$25 Both

$18/$30 Both

Intro to Rueda

37408

SAT

4/27

12:45 - 2:15 PM

15 - ADULT

$15/$25 Both

$18/$30 Both

Watercolor/Acrylic Camp

37341

MON-FRI

4/1, 4/2, 4/3, 4/4, 4/5

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

7 - 12

$70

$77

Auditioning/Acting Camp

37344

MON-FRI

4/1, 4/2, 4/3, 4/4, 4/5

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

7 - 12

$70

$77

Writing & Illustrating

37342

MON-FRI

4/1, 4/2, 4/3, 4/4, 4/5

1 - 2:30 PM

7 - 12

$70

$77

Anime Explosion: Illustration Camp 37343 MON-FRI 4/1, 4/2, 4/3, 4/4, 4/5 *See page 29 for description. **Tracy Art League Members can receive a 10% discount off class fees.

2:30 - 4 PM

12 - 18

$70

$77

Outside-the-Box Camp

City of Tracy Grand Theatre Center for the Arts 715 Central Avenue Tracy, CA 95376

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You may view or download the Arts Education Catalog at any time at www.atthegrand.org. A limited number of paper catalogs will be available at the Grand each semester.