We believe the Arts are for individuals of all ages, cultures, and artistic abilities. We develop artistic skills, offer outstanding performances and art exhibitions, and enable visitors to experience art in all forms.
The HCA offers over 200 classes for youth, teens, and adults in the visual and performing arts. Every year over 2,000 students enjoy classes in fine art, dance, music, theater, film-making, photography, acting, and ceramics. In addition, students can take private music and art lessons with qualified instructors.
Among our innovative current programs:
• Pay-What-You-Can Summer Music Series in our beautiful amphitheater, which is adjacent to three lovely areas of respite: our Shakespeare, Fairy and Healing Gardens
• Linkage with public school students and teachers, who use HCA as an educational resource in the arts and in leadership training activities
LOCATION / CONTACT INFORMATION
HOPKINTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
98 Hayden Rowe Street (RT. 85) Hopkinton, MA 01748
HCA DANCE & CERAMIC STUDIOS
Suites 302 & 304
34 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA www.HopArtsCenter.org
REGISTRATION SUPPORT
Email: info@hopartscenter.org
Phone: (508) 435-9222
In-Person:
Visit the HCA during business hours (Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
The Lotvin Family Gallery showcases a variety of exhibits, including juried exhibits, the HCA Members show, featured solo artist exhibits, and educational and community projects. Juried exhibits are curated by guest jurors who select pieces from submissions received during our open calls for art. The Delbridge Family Performance Center is home to a variety of music, dance and theatrical performances throughout the year.
Enter Stage Left Theater (ESL) is the resident theater of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, producing up to 10 productions every year. Each season brings a wide-array of theater options to audiences looking for a great affordable theater experience.
We are visited by more than 15,000 patrons a year from over 340 cities and towns in the US and Canada. Created in 2011, HCA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts center, fosters and celebrates the creative spirit in everyone.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
HCA members get a full range of benefits throughout the year. Your membership also helps HCA change the lives of artists and art-lovers through its nurturing faculty, state-of-the-art facility, and needbased scholarship program.
INSIDER PLUS LEVEL and above receives 5% off all classes. Learn more by visiting our website: www.HopArtsCenter.org
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ABOUT THE HC A
SCHOLARSHIPS + FINANCIAL AID
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts believes the arts are for everyone and thanks to the generosity of the Dora Kishibay Garabedian Scholarship Fund and individual donations to our scholarship fund we are able to assist children, teens, and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford classes. Needbased scholarships are available for HCA classes to residents of Hopkinton and surrounding Metrowest communities. Assistance is awarded on the basis of demonstrated need, motivation, and potential benefit to the student.
Please visit our website www.HopArtsCenter.org and fill out our online scholarship form.
REGISTRATION QUESTIONS?
Registration is available 24/7 online at www.HopArtsCenter.org
If you need assistance with registering for a class please email info@hopartscenter.org or call (508) 435-9222 Monday–Friday during business hours.
Wait Lists
The HCA does keep wait lists for classes that are full. The lists are on a first come first serve basis. Once your name is added to a list you will be contacted if a spot becomes available.
Payment Plans
Payment is required in full at time of registration. No payment plans or deposits are accepted to hold your position in a class. Jr. Ensemble and Dance Ensemble are the only programs that require a deposit and provides a payment plan for its 34-week session.
Discounts
INSIDER PLUS LEVEL membership and above receives 5% off all classes. Learn more by visiting our website at www.HopArtsCenter.org
Calling All Volunteers!
The HCA is looking for volunteers (individuals or groups) to support our operational needs in different areas and positions. This is a great opportunity for adults or students looking to fulfill community service hours.
Click the link below to submit interest .
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CERAMICS
Here at the HCA, ceramic students have the opportunity to get their hands dirty while exploring the sculptural aspects of the medium and creating everyday useful objects, such as mugs, bowls, serving dishes, containers and other vessels.
Directed by Hana Reilly, the ceramics studio welcomes students of all backgrounds and abilities. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive community where individuality and life-long friendships thrive.
We have two ceramics studios, both with ample space and equipment for students to explore their own visions while being inspired by both their instructors and fellow students.
The studios are equipped with 19 wheels, seven large hand building tables between the two studios, a slab roller, an extruder, three kilns, 16 glazes, slips, under-glazes, oxides and a plethora of hand-building and surface design tools.
Whether you want to try out your hand at a one-time workshop, register for a series class, or have the experience to dive into our newly added Studio Share program, we have something for everyone.
Hana Reilly
Director of Ceramics hana@hopartscenter.org
HCA Ceramics Studio
34 Hayden Road, Suite 304
Hopkinton
CLAY CREATIONS
Grades: 2 to 5
Tuition: $380 | Insider Plus: $361
Instructor: Cheska Komissar 4 to 6 p.m.
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10
Thursdays | April 10 to June 12
Learn basic hand-building techniques such as slab, coil and pinching while making both useful and decorative objects. With teacher guidance, young kids will have the opportunity to use their imagination while making and decorating items of their own design.
ADULT AND CHILD CERAMIC WORKSHOPS
Youths age 7+ and Adult(s)
Tuition: $65 per person | Insider Plus: $61.75 per person
Instructors: Cheska Komissar and Kim Lopes
Saturdays | 3:30 to 6 p.m.
These handbuilding workshops will be a blast as you get your hands muddy and experience the fun and creativity with clay. Each month’s workshop will feature a different project.
April 5: Workshop Theme | Spring Flowers
May 3: Workshop Theme | May the 4th Be with You!
June 7: Workshop Theme | Ocean Themed Bowls
CLAY CREATIONS ENCHANTED FOREST: APRIL VACATION
Grades: 2 to 5
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
9 to 11 a.m. | Instructor: Kim Lopes
April 22 & April 23
Join this two-day April vacation workshop where you will use your imagination and get your hands dirty with clay! We’ll make and decorate items that we might find in an enchanted forest, from pinchpot mushrooms to gnomes and fairies as we learn hand-building techniques, including slab, coil, and pinchingtheir own design.
CERAMICS FOUNDATIONS
Grades: 6–9
Tuition: $380 | Insider Plus: $361
Instructor: Hana Reilly
4 to 6 p.m.
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10
Grades: 9–12
Tuition: $380 | Insider Plus: $361
Tuition: $425 | Insider Plus: $403.75
Instructor: Cheska Komissar
4 to 6 p.m.
Wednesdays | April 9 to June 11
We’ll cover all you need to know about ceramic techniques in this foundational class including wheel-throwing skills and hand-building techniques. All levels welcome, as you will be able to choose your own or instructor inspired creations.
TEEN WHEEL THROWING (ALL LEVELS)
Grades: 9–12
Tuition: $500 | Insider Plus: $475
Instructor: Hana Reilly
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Saturdays | April 12 to June 14
This mixed level class provides inspiration and community as everyone receives instruction based on skill level. Beginners will learn basic techniques such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing, while more experienced potters will work on more advanced forms and hone in on their own individual styles.
The price of registration includes one bag of clay, all firing, access to glazes and underglazes. Any additional clay must be purchased at the HCA studio from our teachers. Tools are available in the studio, however, students can bring their own tools. Adult students will have access to Open Studio hours to work on their pieces outside of class time.
TEEN WHEEL THROWING APRIL VACATION
Grades: 6 to 12
Tuition: $280 | Insider Plus: $266
Tuesday to Friday | April 22 to 25
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Mary Lou McKeen
Get your hands dirty in this hands-on week of pottery! Beginners will explore various wheelthrowing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing, and more experienced potters will focus on making complex forms.
WHEEL THROWING BEGINNER ADULTS
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
Instructor Cheska Komissar 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Saturdays | April 12 to June 14
Tuition: $500 | Insider Plus: $475
Instructor Mary Lou McKeen
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Get a solid foundation in working with the wheel. Learn the basics including prepping the clay, centering, forming vessels, finishing and glazing. We will create different projects including bowls, mugs, and also work on using textures and decorative finishes on final pieces.
NEW! MY GROWN-UP AND ME! CLAY ANIMAL BOWL WORKSHOP
Adult & Grade K+
Tuition: $50 per person | Insider Plus: $47.50 per person
Instructor: Kim Lopes
Saturday, March 8 | 1 to 3 p.m.
Explore the wonders of clay and learn hand-building techniques such as slab, coil, and pinching while designing bowls shaped like any animal you can imagine! Work side-by-side with your little one, get creative, and a little dirty!
CERAMICS: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE (ADULTS)
Instructors: Cheska Komissar & Hana Reilly
Mondays | April 7 to June 9
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tuition: $500 | Insider Plus: $475
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
Wednesdays | April 9 to June 11
12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
Wednesdays | April 9 to June 11
7 to 10 p.m.
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
This mixed level class includes individual instruction based on skill level, giving every student the time they need. Beginning students will learn foundational techniques including hand-building and wheel-throwing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing. Intermediate students will focus on making more complex forms, glazing methods and other surface decoration.
CERAMICS: INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ADULT
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
Instructor Hana Reilly
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10 | 7 to 10 p.m.
Fridays | April 11 to June 13 | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Experienced potters are invited to expand your skills including creating more advanced forms while honing your individual style. Form alteration and complex surface decorating techniques will be explored together with the instructor.
HANDBUILDING: ALL LEVELS ADULTS
Tuition: $560 | Insider Plus: $532
Instructor: Cheska Komissar
Tuesdays | April 8 to June 10 | 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Thursdays | April 10 to June 12 | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Explore handbuilding techniques with support based on your experience level as you create utilitarian and or sculptural pieces. Beginners will focus on initial skills such as slab, coil, and pinch pots, and those with more experience will dig into their own personal style by exploring more complex forms.
The price of registration includes one bag of clay, all firing, access to glazes and underglazes. Any additional clay must be purchased at the HCA studio from our teachers. Tools are available in the studio, however, students can bring their own tools. Adult students will have access to Open Studio hours to work on their pieces outside of class time.
CERAMICS STUDIO SHARE
Experienced ceramic artists with their own tools and supplies (except clay and glazes) are invited to use Studio 2 as well as the HCA’s clay, glazes, wheels and kilns, for creating their art. Via an application and interview process, the Ceramics Studio Share will enable students to work independently (no instruction). The sessions run for three months at a time, and the next session will run from June — August.
Please note: Application deadline for the next session is May 1, 2025, and at this time, the program is only open to students who have taken HCA ceramics classes since fall 2023. To apply, click the following link: CSS Registration
Try something new with your crew or meet someone new! Come with ideas to make ceramic bowls, mugs, vessels and more, or get inspired while enjoying conversations and laughs. All levels are welcome to this fun event where you will be guided by our experienced instructor. All materials are included, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a willingness to explore your creative side!
DANCE
The HCA dance program welcomes students of all ages and levels of experience from around the MetroWest. Led by Director Jessica Wilson, the program is known for its high level of training and welcoming environment where students are encouraged to take chances and learn. The dance program places an emphasis on the classical ballet techniques passed down from the greats, but also embraces the non-traditional dance student, including adults and older teens who are looking for recreational classes in dance. The studio is not just a place to learn, but also a place to meet wonderful people and build lasting friendships. Together we explore, celebrate and promote the art of dance.
For class placement assistance for your student, please contact: jessica@hopartscenter.org
Jessica Wilson Director of Dance jessica@hopartscenter.org
HCA DANCE STUDIO
34 Hayden Rowe, Suite 302 Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton
CREATIVE DANCE
Grade: Preschool (for dancers entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2026)
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
HCA Dance Instructors
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
9 to 9:45 a.m. | Location: 98 Hayden Rowe
Through storytelling, props, music, and play, young dancers are introduced to age-appropriate dance movement. Rhythm, coordination, and listening skills are developed in a playful, warm, and nurturing atmosphere.
CREATIVE DANCE & BALLET
Grade: Pre-K (for dancers entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2025)
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
HCA Dance Instructors
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
9:45 to 10:30 a.m.
Mondays | February 3 to June 9
4:15 to 5 p.m.
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe, Suite 302
Expand on your joy and appreciation of dance as we continue exploring the elements and practices learned in our Creative Dance class. We’ll introduce classical ballet language, etiquette, music, and stories in a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.
DANCE FOUNDATIONS 1
Grade: Kindergarten
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
HCA Dance Instructors
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
10 to 11 a.m.
Wednesdays | February 5 to June 4
4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Develop a foundation for dance principles and terminology in this fun and creative class that includes lessons in ballet and jazz. We’ll focus on the fundamentals of classical ballet and explore musicality, imagination, and coordination through the use of imagery and props.
DANCE FOUNDATIONS 2
Grades: 1 & 2
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
Location: 98 Hayden Rowe HCA Dance Instructors
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
9 to 10 a.m.
Tuesdays | February 4 to June 3
4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Classical ballet skills are presented in a structured class format to include technique, center work, and elements across the floor while an emphasis is placed on creative expression, musicality, coordination, and working together as an ensemble. Each week concludes with a fun exploration of the fundamentals of jazz dance technique, free dance, and improvisation exercises
HIP HOP 1
Grades: 1 to 3 | HCA Dance Instructors
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
Location: 98 Hayden Rowe
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
10:30–11:15 a.m.
Explore some of today’s popular dance moves and the fundamentals of Hip Hop in this energetic class. We’ll have a blast as we work on developing coordination and body awareness while also building self-esteem and promoting confidence.
HIP HOP 2
Grades: 4 to 6 | HCA Dance Instructors
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
Location: 98 Hayden Rowe
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Explore some of today’s popular dance moves and the fundamentals of Hip Hop in this energetic class. We’ll have a blast as we work on developing coordination and body awareness while also building self-esteem and promoting confidence.
DANCE FOUNDATIONS 3
Grades: 3 and 4 | HCA Dance Instructors
Tuition: $435 | Insider Plus: $413.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Saturdays | February 1 to June 7
11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Thursdays | February 6 to June 5
4:15 to 5:30 p.m.
This class provides the groundwork for further study in various styles of dance and prepares students for our Elementary and Ensemble programs. Lesson plans are designed to instill the joy of dance while attention is given to form, musicality, expression, and the ability to work together as an ensemble. We emphasize classical ballet in a structured format, including barre work, center, and elements across the floor, before exploring jazz dance technique.
JAZZ AND HIP HOP
Grades: 4 to 7 | HCA Dance Instructors
Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Mondays | February 3 to June 9
5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Celebrate jazz and hip hop in this fun, high energy class. Each class includes a warm up, cross floor progressions, and combinations that allow dancers to focus in on their ability to remember choreography. Students will also be encouraged to develop their own unique style. This class is most suited for dancers with prior experience.
NEW! SALSA AND BACHATA
Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Laura Leones
Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Tuesdays | May 6 to June 10
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Salsa dancing continues to grow in popularity largely in part to the amazing music. In addition to learning the rhythms of salsa, we’ll also explore bachata dancing, a slower dance that originated in the Dominican Republic. Spice up your week as we learn both individual footwork and partnering. Couples and singles are welcome.
JR. DANCE ENSEMBLE
Grades: 6 to 12 | Instructor Jessica Wilson
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Through June 16, 2025
4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
DANCE ENSEMBLE
Grades: 8 to 12 | Instructor Jessica Wilson
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Through June 10, 2025
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
These full-year programs are open to mid-year enrollment through Monday, February 3. Please contact our Director of Dance, Jessica Wilson (jessica@hopartscenter.org), for more information on a potential schedule and pricing if your child is interested in joining. Classes may include classical ballet, jazz, creative dance, and character. At this level, enrollment in a minimum of three classes each week is highly recommended to explore classical ballet variations, floor work, as well as pointe.
JAZZ DANCE: BEGINNER (TEEN/ADULT)
Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Ashley Rosenthal
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Mondays | April 28 to June 6
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
New to dance? Learn the basics and build a foundation that will lend itself to further study in jazz, musical theater and more. No plans for further study? That’s okay, too! Just come move with us and have some fun! Class includes a warm up, technical instruction, and wraps up with a choreographed routine inspired by Fosse, Broadway, and commercial styles to a variety of fun music.
CONTEMPORARY: ALL LEVELS (TEEN/ADULT)
Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Mallory Cash
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 10
7:45 to 8:45 p.m.
Set to a fun variety of playlists, come sample contemporary movement informed by modern and jazz dance. This supportive class explores the foundations of the different forms of dance, beginning with weekly full body warm-ups before diving into choreography.
NEW! GENTLE BALLET
Adult | Instructor Marina Van Winkle
Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Mondays | April 28 to June 6
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Join talented teacher and professional dancer, Marina Van Winkle and get introduced or refamiliarized with classical ballet techniques, all with gentle modifications to accommodate a variety of levels. Gentle Ballet will help increase coordination, flexibility, strength, posture, and balance through simple ballet movements and stretching.
INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Adult | Instructor Ashley Rosenthal
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 11
7:45 to 8:45 p.m.
Come enjoy the beauty and grace of classical ballet in this traditional (though slightly condensed) ballet class. Barre work, from grand plies to grand battement, will be followed by center work including port de bras, tendu, waltz, and allegro. This class is perfect for those who have had a few years of classical ballet training.
Discover the joy of dancing as you gain knowledge and understanding of timing, rhythm, and dance vocabulary. New tap dancers and those who have taken beginner tap classes will learn technique and dance combinations that will be worked on as a group. Join us to explore the fundamentals of tap dance in a fun and active way!
Level 2: Mondays | April 28 to June 6
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Build on your tapping skills as you learn more complex rhythms, choreography, and combinations in this second level tap class. Come tap with us in a fun and active way!
HIP HOP: ALL LEVELS (TEEN/ADULT)
Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Zoë Pan
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302
Mondays | April 28 to June 6
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Come experiment with movement through the foundations of Hip-Hop, and get ready to have some fun! This class is designed for all dance backgrounds and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of hip hop. Each class includes a warm up and choreography that will leave you feeling energized. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore various grooves and develop their own unique style.
Come Teach with Us!
We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@hopartscenter.org.
HEALING ARTS
Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Street
YOGA FOR BETTER POSTURE & MOBILITY
Tuition: $161 | Insider Plus: $152.95
Instructor: Laura Michel
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 10 10 to 11 a.m.
Thursdays | May 1 to June 12
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Start your day off right with a gentle but effective yoga class with modifications for all. We will balance out the major muscle groups in order to improve posture, mobility and overall well-being. Each session will include moderate stretching and strengthening exercises for the entire body.
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Tuition: $143 | Insider Plus: $135.85
Instructor: Molly Myers
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 4 6 to 7 p.m.
This gentle and Restorative Yoga class suitable for all levels will include seated stretches/poses at the beginning of each class before we move into a series of supportive poses. We’ll end each session with an extended guided savasana, a pose of deep rest.
MEDITATION CIRCLE
Tuition: Check website for details.
Instructor: Wendy Gabriel
Mondays: March 24 | April 7 | April 28 | May 12 | June 2 | 10 to 11 a.m.
Join us for our bi-weekly Meditation Circles with Wendy Gabriel, Growth and Empowerment Coach, Reiki Master, and Wellness Studio owner, as she introduces you to the basics of meditation, including the health benefits of starting a meditation practice. You will leave feeling relaxed, renewed, and balanced.
MUSIC
The Music Department at the HCA exists to help people of all ages and all abilities engage in sustainable, life-long music making. Our team of passionate instructors foster excellent technical skills, broad musical knowledge, and strong ability to relate to any music with excitement, curiosity, and emotion.
The music program welcomes students of all backgrounds and abilities. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive community where individuality and life-long friendships thrive.
Our Music Program features music fundamental classes for all ages, a youth orchestra, choirs, and is equipped with eight private lesson studios.
Emily Vincent Music Department Manager Private Lessons Coordinator emily@hopartscenter.org
Come Teach with Us!
We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@ hopartscenter.org.
LITTLE DRUMMERS: PERFORM!
Grades: Pre-K to K
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Instructor: Alexia Pizziferri 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Thursdays | May 1 to June 12
Come explore rhythm and percussion from around the world! Through music, movement, fun, and games we’ll practice and grow our skills in rhythmic patterns, introductory elements of musical notation, and musical expression.
INSTRUMENT PLAYGROUND
Grades: 1 and 2
Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25
Instructor Lauren Fay 5 to 6 p.m.
Tuesdays | February 4 to April 8
Join this exploration of all of the instrument families: strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, singing and more! We’ll increase our musical skills through hands-on instruction, games, movement, and singng.
JR. TREBLEMAKERS CHORUS
Grades: 3 to 5
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor Emily Vincent 4 to 5 p.m.
Fridays | May 2 to June 13
A vocal performance ensemble focused on singing a varied repertoire to grow as musicians and performers and to inspire their audiences!
SHOW IN A WEEK: DISNEY SONGS & SCENES (APRIL VACATION)
Tuesday through Friday | April 22 to 25 12:15 to 3 p.m
Explore theater and music through games, physical movement, storytelling, and finding your voice as we work on performing scenes from the muchloved canon of Disney movies and musicals. We’ll work on our acting, singing, and dancing skills to help build and devise a final show. At the end of the week, actors will take to the stage and perform what they’ve explored over the week for family and friends.
YOUTH ROCK BAND 101
Grades: 7 to 12 (Students will be placed into groups pending abilty and experience.)
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Instructor Brian Grochowski 5 to 6 p.m.
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 11
This popular program is now available all year! Come work on mastering the basics of playing in an ensemble as we play pop, rock, and other contemporary forms of music. Gain more confidence as an artist as you increase your ability to read music while learning to play different combinations and listening across the ensemble for blend.
YOUTH ROCK BAND 102
Grades: 7 to 12 (Students will be placed into groups pending abilty and experience.)
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Instructor Brian Grochowski 6 to 7 p.m.
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 11
Advance your skills further as we focus on playing harder tunes. For those who have played in some kind of ensemble before and had a minimum of two to three years studying an instrument/voice.
SONGWRITER SESSIONS: MIDDLE SCHOOL EDITION
Grades: 6 to 8
Tuition: Based on number of sessions
Instructor Anina Lawrence Tuesdays | 5 to 6 p.m.
Session 1: Lyrics | January 14 to February 4
Session 2: Melody | February 11 to March 11
Session 3: Harmony | March 18 to April 8
Session 4: Spring | April 29 to June 10
This small mentorship program is for anyone looking for a dedicated space to explore the art of songwriting and composition. With oneon-one feedback and assistance, we’ll work on individual assignments and group projects as we explore advanced composition concepts as they relate to any genre of music.
SONGWRITER SESSIONS: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION
Grades: 9 to 12
Tuition: Based on number of sessions
Instructor Anina Lawrence Tuesdays | 7 to 8 p.m.
Session 1: Lyrics | January 14 to February 4
Session 2: Melody | February 11 to March 11
Session 3: Harmony | March 18 to April 8
Session 4: Spring | April 29 to June 10
TEEN GUITAR 2
Grades: 8 to 12
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor Jeremy Bellion 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
If you have some experience playing guitar, join this fun class and grow your skills! We’ll focus on new chords, positions and strum patterns while working to also increase our consistency in chord changing patterns. Both acoustic and electric guitars are welcome.
TREBLEMAKERS ADULT CHORUS
SPRING 2025 SEASON
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25
Wednesdays | January 8 to May 15, 2025
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Instructor Sharon Broadley-Martin
Warm up those pipes and get ready to sing with the Treblemakers! Singers of all levels are invited to join this adult choral ensemble for it’s Spring session. No audition is necessary—all you need is a love of singing!
HCA HARMONY ENSEMBLE
Tuition: $395 | Insider Plus: $375.00
Thursdays | January 23 to May 15, 2025
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor Sharon Broadley-Martin
This ensemble is offered to those singers who would like to refine their musical talents in an unaccompanied (a cappella) ensemble. Everything from Madrigals to Barbershop Quartets to Bach chorales to DooWop to jazzy tight-harmony groups like Singers Unlimited and Pentatonix will be explored.
UKULELE 1 (ADULT)
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor Lauren Fay
Mondays | April 28 to June 9 | 5 to 6 p.m.
A ukulele class for absolute beginners or those that need a brush up on the basics!
UKULELE 2 (ADULT)
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor Lauren Fay
Mondays | April 28 to June 9 | 6 to 7 p.m.
Brush up on the basics and get to the next level in your playing! Those with some experience playing ukulele are invited to learn new chords, strum patterns, and other progressive techniques based on your ability and goals.
UKULELE 3 (ADULT)
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor Lauren Fay
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
7 to 8 p.m.
A ukulele class for absolute beginners or those that need a brush up on the basics!
UKULELE 6 (ADULT)
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25Instructor Brian Grochowski
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 11
7 to 8 p.m.
This advanced class focuses on more complicated chords and strumming patterns. We’ll review fingerpicking techniques and add more to your toolbox in order to be able to play solos, accompany yourself or other singers and musicians!
HCA CHAMBER ENSEMBLES
Application Open to All Ages. Students will be grouped together based on ages and skill level. Adults will only be paired with other adults.
Tuition: $55 per class | Insider Plus: $52.25 per class
Monday, April 28 | 8 to 10 p.m.
Click here for application
Our chamber ensemble program is by application only for instrumentalists wanting to learn how to sharpen performance skills in quartets, quintets, sextets, and beyond. Once you have applied, you will be assigned to ensembles and instructors based on mutual skill level, ability, and musical goals.
LET’S SING
Adults
Tuition: $0 | Sponsored by Dell Technologies
Sundays | May 4 to June 15
Sundays, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Instructor Emily Vincent
Designed for adults with intellectual disabilities, join this weekly class and sing and play music with others. Learn to be part of a musical ensemble as you rehearse, create, and perform music with others!
PRIVATE L E S S O N S
Private lessons in music, theater, dance, art, and ceramics are open for registration on a rolling basis.
Weekly lessons take place from September through June, with a Summer Session in July & August. Music students have three performance opportunities each year, they are not mandatory.
For lesson pricing, lesson policies, to see other helpful information, or enroll in lessons today, please visit hopartscenter.org/private-lessons.
Printed literature on lesson pricing and policy is also available upon request at the HCA’s front desk.
THEATER
The HCA’s Acting and Musical Theater Program welcomes students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. The program provides a supportive and nurturing environment where students develop and use their unique talents and abilities. The program offers a range of classes and workshops for performers at every level. Classes include acting, voice, movement, singing, dance, improv, and more.
In addition, the HCA’s resident company, Enter Stage Left Theater (ESL), produces six productions for children and four for adults. Children and adults participate in these performances as actors, dancers, singers and as audiences.
Paul Champlin
ESL Theater Production Manager paulc@hopartscenter.org
Come Teach with Us!
We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@ hopartscenter.org.
LITTLE ACTORS
Grades: Pre-K to 1
Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $148.75
Instructor Katie Vennard
Wednesdays | April 30 to June 11
4 to 5 p.m.
Join in the fun and use your imagination as we explore the art of telling stories through acting.
STORYBOOK THEATER
Grades: 1 to 3
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $131.75
Instructor Alyssa Rae Surrette
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
4 to 5 p.m.
Inspired by favorite children’s books, Storybook Theater will embark on a new interactive performance-based adventure each session.
THE STORY GOES ON PRESENTS: ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Grades: 2 to 4
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $131.75
Instructor Alyssa Rae Surrette
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Journey through Wonderland with Alice as she encounters a myriad of oddities as we explore the art of theater through theatrical games and activities. Gain confidence in your acting abilities as we build a small production together through imagination, teamwork, creative movement, songs, and some practice with line memorization.
ESL YOUTH THEATER PRESENTS:
MAGIC TREEHOUSE PIRATES PAST NOON
Grades: 2 to 4
Tuition: $295 | Insider Plus: $280.25
Directed by Emily Vincent
Sundays starting Feb. 23 | 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Magic Tree House: Pirates Past Noon KIDS is an adaptation of the fourth of Mary Pope Osborne’s award-winning fantasy adventure books from the Magic Tree House book series. No auditions are required, but space is limited. Two public performances will take place on Saturday, May 17.
BROADWAY BOUND MUSICAL THEATER
Grades: 5 to 8
Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25
Instructor Katie Vennard and Zoë Stewart
Wednesdays, April 30 to June 11
5 to 6:30 p.m.
This musical theater class was created specifically for our grade 5 through 8 students looking to further expand their performance skills and theatrical knowledge. Great for beginners through veterans of the stage, this class will hone acting and singing skills through readings, games, scenes and activities.
SHOW IN A WEEK: DISNEY SONGS & SCENES (APRIL VACATION)
Grades: 1 to 3
Tuition: $235 | Insider Plus: $223.25
Instructor Katie Vennard and Zoë Stewart
Tuesday through Friday | April 22 to 25, 2025 12:15 to 3 p.m.
Explore theater and music through games, physical movement, storytelling, and finding your voice as we work on performing some of the most iconic musical theater ensemble numbers. We’ll work on our acting, singing, and dancing skills to help build and devise a final show. At the end of the week, actors will take to the stage and perform for family and friends what they’ve explored over the week.
VISUAL ARTS
The HCA Visual Arts program welcomes students of all ages and abilities. Led by Department Manager, Marion Buricatu, the program provides a welcoming environment where students can discover, explore, and master artistic concepts through a variety of mediums.
Exploration courses are designed to let individuals discover different mediums and set personal goals to achieve at their own pace. Courses and workshops are a balance of skill-building and fun. For the more serious student, the program provides courses that cover foundational and advanced techniques. Students build a portfolio of work and receive guidance and mentorship to set them up for ongoing success in their artistic journey.
Marion Buricatu
Visual Arts Department Manager marion@hopartscenter.org
ART EXPLORERS
Grades: 2 to 3
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor: Beth Gismondi
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 10
4 to 5 p.m.
This popular HCA program is full of color and fun! Kids will create unique pieces of art involving drawing, painting, or sculpting.
ART ADVENTURES
Grades: K to 1
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 3
4 to 5 p.m. | Instructor: Judy Smith
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Saturdays | May 3 to June 14
10 to 11:30 a.m. | Instructor: Celeste Falcione
Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25
This foundational HCA program is full of color and fun! We’ll focus on fine motor skills as we create unique 2- and 3- dimensional art projects using a variety of materials including clay and paint. Each week’s project will also provide an opportunity to connect the project back to a theme involving culture, history, math or science. Students can take this class multiple times and never repeat a project!
CARTOONING CLUB
Grades: 2 to 5
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor: Judy Smith
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 3
5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Join the Cartoon Club for a fun and creative chance to create popular cartoon characters, or ones of your own design using pencils, Sharpies, markers, and colored pencils.
FILMMAKING FUN: APRIL VACATION
Grades: 4 to 8
Tuition: $300 | Insider Plus: $285
Instructor: The Filmmakers Collaborative
April 22 & April 23 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
In this two-day workshop, students will bring creativity to life in a fun, collaborative and exciting environment. They will learn skills in scriptwriting, storyboard sketching, improvisation and camera skills.
FINE ARTS ACADEMY: FLOWER POWER
Grades: 3 to 5
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor: Tooba Waqar
Fridays | May 2 to June 13
4 to 5 p.m.
Celebrate the bright and colorful beauty of spring blossoms in this fun weekly art class! Create and enjoy mixed media art projects while learning fundamental skills in drawing, watercolor, acrylic, collage, etc. Discover why the textures and diverse color palettes of flowers have been inspiring artists for centuries from Claude Monet to Andy Warhol!
NEW! INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Grades: 3 to 6
Tuition: $115 | Insider Plus: $109.25
Instructor: Ana Viana
Mondays | April 28 to May 19
4 to 5 p.m.
Grades: 7–10
Tuition: $115 | Insider Plus: $109.25
Instructor: Ana Viana
Mondays | April 28 to May 19
5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Work with a professional photographer and explore the world of picture taking! We’ll cover all of the basics through hands-on projects including lessons on camera settings, lighting, and creative compositions.
FINE ARTS ACADEMY
Grades: 4 to 5
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor: Beth Gismondi
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 10
5:15–6:15 p.m.
Grades: 6 to 8
Tuition: $315 | Insider Plus: $299.25
Instructor: Laurie Leavitt
Thursdays | May 1 to June 12 4 to 6 p.m.
This is one of the HCA’s most popular programs because it covers a little bit of everything relating to art making. Drawing, watercolors, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, clay, and pen and ink. Students will also learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists.
CREATIVE CREW: CELEBRATE SPRING APRIL VACATION
April 22 to April 25
Tuition: $235 | Insider Plus: $223.25
Instructor: Tooba Waqar
Grades K to 3 | 9 to 11:45 a.m.
Grades 4 to 6 | 12:15 to 3 p.m.
Join this week of color and fun as we explore spring-themed art projects! We’ll focus on fine motor skills as we create eye-catching works of art using a variety of styles and materials. Explore the beauty of flowers, texture of drawing animal fur, the designs in butterfly wings, and more.
FABRIC PAINTING WORKSHOP: APRIL VACATION
Grades: 4 to 8
Tuition: $60 | Insider Plus: $57
Instructor: Lidia Mikhaylova
Friday | May 9
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Spend this early release day creatively decorating either a bag (supplied by the teacher) or an item of clothing (that you can bring) with your own design! We’ll use our imagination, fabric paints, and a blank canvas bag to bring life to a bag that you will take home at the end of the workshop.
INTRO TO REALISTIC FIGURE
DRAWING
Grades: 7 to 12
Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25
Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Focus on drawing realistically through exercises, observation, and learning techniques from other artists. Each week, we will start with warmup exercises to get our hands loose and our eyes keen. Although we will learn how to render individual elements like eyes, noses, hair and hands, focus will be to train the artist’s brain to “to draw what you see, not what you think it should be.”
BEGINNER OIL PAINTING
Ages 14 to Adult
Tuition: $285 | Insider Plus: $270.75
Instructor: Marion Buricatu
Mondays | April 28 to June 2
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Are you new to oil painting and eager to grasp the fundamentals before delving into more intricate projects? In this class, the experienced instructor Marion Buricatu will guide you through essential topics including value, color theory, color mixing, composition, and the principles of light.
BEGINNER WATERCOLORS ADULT
Tuition: $285 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Instructor: Judy Smith
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 3
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Experiment and learn about color, papers, brushes, drawing and composition, as well as many great painting techniques that will get you working and playing with watercolors! All levels are welcome.
DRAWING & SKETCHING ADULTS
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Instructor: Beth Gismondi
Tuesdays | April 29 to June 10
7 to 9 p.m.
Join us for a crash course in drawing! Each week will cover a different fundamental topic: drawing basics, line, space, value, measuring, perspective, and more. This is a great class for a beginner, or for a more advanced artist looking to review the fundamentals and pick up some new tips! .
PASTEL PAINTING ALL LEVELS
ADULT
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald
Thursdays | May 1 to June 5
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Pastels are a versatile and accessible medium to create vibrant images. Beginners and continuing artists alike will improve their skills in this supportive and knowledgeable class. Each week will include demonstrations and constructive critiques based on the needs of the participants. We will explore what pastels can do through landscapes, portraits, copying masters and abstract work.
COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS ADULTS
Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25
Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald
Mondays | April 28 to June 9
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Designed for the artist who wants to tell a story with text and images, we invite you to explore cartoons, comic books, and graphic novels. Try your hand at single panel cartoons, short comics, as well as pacing dialogue and action to go along with your drawings. We will also cover shortcuts, adding in text, perspective, and different styles of drawing. All skill levels welcome.
OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING
Instructor: Marion Buricatu
Adults | Mondays | April 28 to June 2
1 to 3 p.m.
Tuition: $235 | Insider Plus: $223.25
Ages 14+ | Wednesdays | April 30 to June 4
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Adults | Thursdays | May 1 to June 5
1 to 3 p.m.
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Ages 14+ | Thursdays | May 1 to June 5
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Join this lively mixed level class for inspiration and camaraderie as you work in oil or acrylic paint. The instructor provides individual coaching based on skill level, giving every student the time they need. Beginners are set up with projects and techniques to learn while continuing students receive support and guidance on existing work.
NEW! SKETCHBOOKING:
EMBRACING A DAILY PRACTICE
Adults | Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25
Instructor: Beth Gismondi
Thursdays | May 1 to June 5
1 to 3 p.m.
Sketchbooking is a valuable tool for serious artists looking to practice their craft, but also a fun and accessible way for anyone to connect with their creative side! Sketchbooking is also a great way to relieve stress. Develop a daily art practice without the pressure of making a finished masterpiece.
LANDSCAPE FUNDAMENTALS IN WATERCOLOR
Adults | Tuition: $150 | Insider Plus: $142.50
Instructor: Richard Denzer 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday | March 29
Explore your creativity and the methods of expressing a landscape, likely the most popular subject for artists of all mediums, as well as the changing seasons in these one-day watercolor painting workshops. Beginner or experienced artists will receive individualized coaching, with topics including composition, values, various wash options, contrast, textures and the choice of supplies.
MOSAIC MIRRORS: LIPPAN ART
Adults | Tuition: $157 | Insider Plus: $149.15
Instructor: Kanchan Tare
Mondays | May 5 to 19 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Discover how to shape clay coils into captivating designs and arrange mirrors in intricate patterns to create this traditional Indian art form. Instructor Kanchan Tare will guide you into the fascinating realm of geometric patterns with her expertise in Indian art history and her experience in art-making. Together, we’ll mix clay and mirrors to craft stunning decorative pieces. Although Lippan art typically uses only one color, we’ll add a modern touch by introducing vibrant colors, giving this ancient art form a fresh perspective.
SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP: FLORAL DESIGN
Adults | Tuition: $90 | Insider Plus: $85.50
Friday | May 9
6 to 9 p.m.
Instructor: Lidia Mikhaylova
Join this relaxing and creative painting workshop to learn how to paint on silk, an ancient medium originating in Eastern Asia. All levels of experience are welcome as we will begin with lessons on technique and color mixing as everyone learns how to express the beauty of the delicious and colorful fruit, the pomegranate.
EXPERIMENTS WITH PRINT MAKING WORKSHOP
Ages 16+ | Tuition: $100 | Insider Plus: $95
Instructor: Charusmitha Ram
Tuesdays | June 3 and 10
7 to 9 p.m.
Join this relaxing and creative painting workshop to learn how to paint on silk, an ancient medium originating in Eastern Asia. All levels of experience are welcome as we will begin with lessons on technique and color mixing as everyone learns how to express the beauty of flowers.
Experience the intersection of art, nature, culture, and science in this 2-hour printing workshop. Gyotaku, or “fish impression” is a traditional Japanese form of nature printing, a practice used by fishermen dating back to the mid-1800s. Today, we can use rubber fish to practice these direct printing techniques with ink, paint, and rice paper.
WORCESTER ART MUSEUM TOUR
Adults | Tuition: $35 | Insider Plus: $33.25
Instructor: Marion Buricatu
Friday | April 4
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Join HCA teacher and Worcester Art Museum
Docent, Marion Buricatu, on an engaging private tour of the Worcester Art Museum. The museum houses over 38,000 objects that tell global stories—from art made thousands of years ago to works being created today. Discover the highlights of this wide-ranging collection. Tuition includes museum admission.
VISION BOARD WORKSHOP
Adults | Tuition: $80 | Insider Plus: $76
Instructor: Wendy Gabriel
Monday | May 12 | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Come together to explore what we want more of in 2025. Join this evening of community and creativity as we start with a guided meditation followed by creative time where you can put your hopes and dreams on paper. Choose to make either a Vision Board, Book, or Picture.
ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS
Join artists and teachers for dynamic evenings and gain better understadings of a variet of art forms. Click on the links for full demonstration details.
Drawing on Historical Inspiration
Friday | March 14
7 to 9 p.m.
Tuition: $30 | Insider Plus: $28.50
Instructor: Shea Justice
MANDALA PAINTING: ADULT & CHILD WORKSHOP
Youth Age 7+ | Tuition: $67.50 each / $135 for two Insider Plus: $128.25 for two.
Instructor: Kanchan Tare
Saturday | May 4 | 1 to 4 p.m.
Work side by side in this fun art workshop where you will be introduced to traditional Indian arts as you paint and decorate mandalas together. Meaning “circle” in Sanskrit, mandalas are believed to symbolize the universe and wholeness, and working on the designs can have a calming, meditative effect. Everyone will choose from a selection of canvases designed with round geometric pattern outlines, and begin by painting them in with acrylics, learning how to shade and combine colors. The second half of the class will be dedicated to embellishing your work with floral-like designs and cut pearls, sticker stones, small cut mirrors etc.
HOW TO WRITE THE STORY OF YOUR ARTWORK WORKSHOP
Adults
Tuition: $20 for spring enrolled art student
Tuition: $40 for non-HCA student
Instructors: Marion Buricatu & Beth Gismondi
Friday | May 16 | 7 to 9 p.m.
Join us for a fun and interactive two-hour workshop led by experienced artists Marion Buricatu and Beth Gismondi. Together, we’ll dive into what makes your art meaningful to you and discover how to express that meaning in a compelling and concise way. You’ll learn how to craft descriptions that captivate your audience and communicate the essence of your work. We’ll also cover the key elements to include when submitting your art for galleries or exhibitions. Enjoy light snacks during the session, and take advantage of the cash bar to keep the creative energy flowing. Students currently taking a series class (not a one-day workshop) can register at a discount and bring 1 guest at the discounted price.
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION: PASTEL
PAINTING FROM START TO FINISH WORKSHOP
Adults
Tuition: $20 for spring enrolled art student
Tuition: $30 for non-HCA student
Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald
Saturday, June 7 | 7 to 9 p.m.
Join us for a dynamic evening and get a better understanding about pastel painting materials and techniques. While you watch a landscape demonstration from start to finish, Meredith will also share her experiences as a plein air art painter in oil and pastel. Discover the novel materials used in modern pastel painting today as well as how the artist makes decisions about composition and color during this enjoyable evening. The demo will be about an hour and half with a half hour for questions and socializing.
PLEIN AIR PAINTING RETREAT (2 DAYS)
Adults
Tuition: $325 | Insider Plus:
Instructors: Marion Buricatu & Beth Gismondi
May 3 & 4 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Develop the confidence to paint en plein air (outdoors) and express your artistic vision while connecting with fellow artists. This transformative two-day plein air painting workshop will teach you how to capture the beauty of the outdoors on canvas. From the beautiful gardens to the unique exhibitions, the HCA offers plenty of inspiration for those looking to learn how to paint quickly and expressively in the moment. Each morning we’ll begin with an instructor demonstration along with essential tips such as setting up your easel, setting up a good composition, dealing with changing light and other helpful strategies for painting successfully outdoors.
POLICIES
REFUNDS + CANCELLATIONS
Refund of program fees will be offered (less a $50 cancellation fee) if requested 2-weeks or more prior to the program start date. No refunds will be given if the start date of the program is less than two weeks from the request to cancel.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to the Administration Office at info@hopartscenter.org.
The HCA asks individuals and families to consider donating a portion of their fees to the HCA to help with the ongoing activities and operational support.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event of inclement weather, the HCA will announce cancellations in two phases: An announcement on the homepage will be made to cancel morning classes by early morning. A announcement about afternoon and evening class cancellations will be made by 12 noon. If possible, one class cancellation, due to weather, will be made up at the end of term. Additional class cancellations due to weather will be considered acts of nature and will not be made up. Weather cancellations will not be refunded.
WAIVERS
The Student understand there is a certain amount of reasonable risk of minor injury associated with this program and do not hold the Hopkinton Center of the Arts, Enter Stage Left Theater, or the Town of Hopkinton responsible for any such injuries.
Students are occasionally photographed or filmed during classes for promotional purposes. Names are not used. By enrolling yourself or your child at the HCA, you grant permission for you and/or your child to be photographed or filmed for this purpose. You must notify the HCA office in writing regarding any restrictions.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is committed to fostering an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, and harassment.
All individuals are treated with respect and dignity, contribute fully, and have equal opportunities.
All persons working or associating with our community of The Hopkinton Center for the Arts are expected to uphold and abide by this Code of Conduct.
You will refrain from any form of harassment, bullying, or discrimination, and cooperate fully in any investigation of a harassment or discrimination complaint.
Read the full HCA’s Code of Conduct at www.HopArtsCenter.org/hca-code-conduct
STUDENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP
Parents are responsible for the timely arrival of students to classes/lessons, and are required to stay with the student until the class/lesson begins, and to pick up the student immediately after the class/ lesson ends. Please be advised that the HCA does not provide supervision for students outside of their scheduled class or program.
Please Notify the HCA or instructor if the parent/ guardian is going to be late, or if the child will not be coming to class. There is a charge for late pick-ups of $10 for every 15 minutes. Late fees must be paid prior to the start of the next class date.
INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT
HCA reserves the right to cancel any class or workshop due to insufficient enrollment up to 2 business days prior to the scheduled start date of an offering. When a course or workshop is canceled by the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, a full refund will be issued.
