Fall 2024 Classes & Events Catalog

CLASSES&EVENTS

CREATIVE PLACEMAKERS

THANK YOU.

We appreciate every one of these companies, foundations, grantors, and organizations who have poured their unwavering support into the Lawrence Arts Center. Their generous funding, valuable materials, and engagement have been the essential building blocks of our vision: a thriving community where ART IS FOR EVERYONE!

PLACEMAKERS

SOCIETY

PATRON up to

$20,000+

THOMAS D. GALLOWAY FAMILY

SABATINI FAMILY FOUNDATION FUND - TOPEKA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Allie Clarke Photo

Artist & Craftsman Supply

Bracker’s Good Earth Clays Checkers Food

Cottin’s Hardware & Rental Eldridge Hotel

Grandstand

Kansas Clay The Merc Co+op

LMH Health Women’s Center

Paden Photography

Spencer Museum of Art

ILLUMINATION

$500 - $999

Biemer’s BBQ

Blick Art Materials

Insomnia Cookies Lawrence Delta Zeta Alumni

Natural Grocers

Scott Temperature

Sylas and Maddy’s

Tom Harper with Stephens Real Estate Vinland Valley Nursery

$499

INSPIRATION SOCIETY $5,000 – $9,999

HARRISON FAMILY FUND OF THE DOUGLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

THE ETHEL AND RAYMOND F. RICE FOUNDATION

IMAGINATION SOCIETY $1,000 - $4,999

BROOKS POINT FOUNDATION

CREATIVE

$10,000 – $19,999

JEFF & MARY WEINBERGJEDEL FAMILY FOUNDATION

KU DEPARTMENT OF FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES

FALL 2024 volume XXVII | no 2

WELCOME!

The Lawrence Arts Center is a creative community organization that activates the artist in everyone through education, exhibitions and performances.

The Lawrence Arts Center

940 New Hampshire Street Lawrence, KS 66044

785-843-2787 lawrenceartscenter.org

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CONTACT

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VISIT

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MON-SAT 9 AM-9 PM SUN 9 AM-5 PM

MEMBER enrollment begins AUGUST 1, 2024

BECOME A MEMBER

OPEN enrollment begins AUGUST 8, 2024

Join today! Members can enroll in popular classes a week before everyone else. Your membership supports financial aid, helping ensure art is for everyone. Don’t miss out – sign up now!

FINANCIAL AID

ART IS FOR EVERYONE | Apply online for our sliding scale financial aid based on household income for any class. Contact the Front Desk at frontdesk@lawrenceartscenter.org or 785-843-2787 for more information.

There are no classes and the building is closed on Sept. 7 and Nov. 28-29.

Photo

Photographs throughout the catalog were created by Katie Alldritt, Anders Benson, Jeff Burkhead, Ena Chambers, Ann Dean, Andria Devlin, Olivia Medrano, Amanda Roberts, Mariah Seifert, and Sydni William.

CEO MESSAGE

Dear Valued Arts Center Patrons,

Like many arts organizations nationwide, the Lawrence Arts Center continues to grapple with the aftermath of the pandemic. Despite our relentless efforts, earned revenue remains well below pre-pandemic levels.

As the cornerstone of creativity in Lawrence, we will weather this storm and remain a crucial third space for the community. Your ongoing support is vital, and we’re committed to being transparent about the changes we need to make:

TUITION INCREASE

We’re increasing tuition for all classes, but we want to assure you that financial aid will still be available for those in need. We remain dedicated to providing access to the arts.

MEMBERSHIP CHANGES

Membership prices will increase, and a tuition discount will no longer be included. However, members can still enroll a week early – a coveted benefit. Membership fees will continue to support our financial aid fund for those in need.

If these changes impact you or your family’s ability to engage with the arts, I encourage you to apply for financial aid. We generously consider circumstances beyond income in our decision-making. Visit lawrenceartscenter.org to learn more and apply.

As we strive to navigate these changes while keeping the arts accessible to all, thank you for your understanding and continued support during this period. If you have questions or want to make a gift, don’t hesitate to contact me.

To the future,

Margaret Wesibrod Morris Chief Executive Officer margaret@lawrenceartscenter.org

(785) 843-2787

Introducing the 2024-2025 Artists-in-Residence

See pages 23 and 25 for classes taught by Vincent & Anthony

Two talented artists are selected for our residency program each year to create new work while teaching and sharing their expertise with the Arts Center’s students and wider community. We look forward to the fresh perspectives our resident artists bring to Lawrence and the Arts Center through classes, artist talks, workshops, and community partnerships.

Generously supported by

VINCENT “SNIPER” FRIMPONG

Ceramics Artist-in-Residence

Vincent “Sniper” Frimpong is a contemporary ceramic artist from Accra, Ghana, West Africa. His works explore the question, “What does it mean to be an African?” Using mixed-media installations, Frimpong draws upon the richness of African history and his personal history while simultaneously contemplating contemporary concerns. This approach creates space for open dialogue that links the past, present and future for Ghanaians. View Sniper’s work at snipersart.com.

ANTHONY CORRARO

Printmaking Artist-in-Residence

Anthony Corraro’s work utilizes the repeatable process of printmaking alongside ephemeral materials like hand-dyed floor dust pushed through a silkscreen to produce fragile and immediately ephemeral prints. In this process of creation and decay, he seeks to challenge the general notion of art being a static experience.

EXHIBITIONS

AUGUST 9 - SEPTEMBER 14 • Final Friday | August 30, 6-9 pm

TERRY ALLEN | Truckload of Art

Terry Allen is a songwriter, visual and recording artist, and playwright. Since 1975, he’s released more than a dozen studio albums, and his wide-ranging artwork resides in collections around the world, including the Met, MoMA, and LACMA. This exhibition will feature works that span his career.

AUGUST 9 - SEPTEMBER 21 • Final Friday | August 30, 6-9 pm

FINDING LA YARDA | Group Exhibition

Finding La Yarda is an immersive multimedia art experience recreating a room from La Yarda, the housing unit built for Mexican American railroad workers in Lawrence, KS, from 1920-1951. Using film, sound, art, and digital storytelling practices, Finding La Yarda brings oral history to life by taking audiences on a cultural journey through time and place. Contributing Artists include Justin Favela, Ann Dean, Jonathan Christensen Caballero, Brenna Buchanan Young, Peter Jasso, and Marlo Angell.

This project is produced by the Lawrence Arts Center by a sub-award from Stories for All: A Digital Storytelling Project for the Twenty-First Century, an initiative hosted by the Hall Center for the Humanities in partnership with the Institute for Digital Research in the Humanities at the University of Kansas and supported by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Justin Favela’s participation is made possible by visiting artist grant support from the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission.

> INSIGHT A rt Talk | S eptember 16, 7 PM

A to Z | Group Exhibition

Rediscover the alphabet from A to Z. In this unique show, 26 artists each turn a single letter into a striking piece of art. Using lines, shapes, and historical references, they create compelling stories inspired by their chosen letter. Don’t miss this creative journey where every letter presents a fresh perspective in a variety of mediums.

Participating Artists: Kathryn Combs, Eric Conrad, Alycia Earhart, Barry Fitzgerald, Joelle Ford, Matthew Willie Garcia, Archie Scott Gobber, Susan Grace, Blanca Herrada, Peregrine Honig, Alicia Kelly, Kris & Sabrina Kuksi, Matthew Lord, Chris Millspaugh, Ursula Minor, Brittany Noriega, Anne Patterson, Wayne Propst, Eric Sall, Pat Slimmer, Kent Smith, Lori Stanziola, Aaron Storck, Juniper Tangpuz, David Titterington, and Dave Van Hee

BOTTLES

Group Exhibition

Bottles pulls together a wide range of approaches to the bottle form through contemporary ceramics. The bottle form has been a staple form for ceramic artists to create for hundreds of years. These forms can simultaneously help decorate a space and be utilitarian. Artists invited to participate in this exhibit utilize a variety of construction techniques and firing methods to create their ceramic vessels. Bottles will culminate in a rich and varied grouping of ceramic bottles created by a dynamic roster of artists.

FUEGO, FORMA, Y CULTURA

Curated by Blanca Herrada

Fuego, Forma y Cultura features eight renowned and emerging Latin-identifying ceramic artists from across the country. The selected works celebrate the richness and diversity of each artist’s Latin culture. This exhibit explores themes of identity, migration, social justice, and spirituality, aiming to foster appreciation and understanding of Latin American heritage while challenging stereotypes.

Participating Artists: April Felipe, Paz Gajardo, Guillermo Guardia, Salvador Jiménez-Flores, Kimberly LaVonne, Horacio Rodriguez, & José Sierra

> INSIGHT A rt Talk | O ctober 17, 7 PM

STEVEN DRAGAN

People & Patterns

Kansas City-based artist Steven Dragan’s paintings capture people and places through an architect’s lens. In his “figures” collection, he represents people with minimal brush strokes. This artistic approach grew out of a background in architectural rendering. In this series, that functional artistry turns into a type of play that explores patterns, scenes of leisure, and our instinct to assign meaning with minimal input.

> INSIGHT A rt Talk | November 14, 7 PM

CONNIE EHRLICH

Ancient Process, Forgotten Art Form

Icons are quiet, sacred objects of luminescent beauty that exist between the physical and spiritual worlds. The icons in this exhibition are rooted in the 15th-century Russian School of Iconography and based on Byzantine prototypes. They are painted using traditional egg tempera with natural pigments and genuine gold leaf on wood panels.

> INSIGHT A rt Talk | November 21, 7 PM

Free Workshop | Nov. 16, 1-4 PM

MARSHALL MAUDE

the sun and the moon

the embrace of duality : reclaimed from cracked earth : the dance of soft and hard : gravity pulls : wet and dry : liquid stone : the sun and the moon

These works by Marshall Maude showcase his unique approach to ceramic work and the connections created between artist, medium, and environment.

> INSIGHT A rt Talk | O ctober 10, 7 PM

8 X 8

Juried Group Show

Calling all artists! The Lawrence Arts Center invites you to submit your 8 x 8-inch artwork in any medium for our upcoming juried exhibition. This is your chance to showcase your contemporary art alongside a diverse range of talented artists. Plus, you could win cash prizes! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—submit your work today!

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

JOIN OUR PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL YEAR!

Half-Day Preschool & Kindergarten

Spaces still available for 2024-25 school year! Our preschool and kindergarten programs mix arts and play to help children grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

• Child-led activities that spark creativity, decision-making, and imagination

• Build a strong foundation for kids’ future education

• Half- day (2.5 hour) AM or PM classes on MWF, TTh or M-F

• Extended care available

LINDA REIMOND ARTS-BASED PRESCHOOL

Linda Reimond Arts-Based Preschool provides an arts-based and developmentally appropriate approach to education. Our child-centered curriculum features fun indoor and outdoor arts, play, and discovery activities. This nurturing environment fosters valuable lifelong skills:

• Creative thinking and problem-solving

• Imagination and confidence

• Cultural awareness and social/emotional skills

For children 3-5 years old and fully, independently toilet trained.

ENROLL NOW FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR!

Questions?

Contact Andria Devlin, Director of Early Childhood Education, at 785.843.2787 ext. 125 or andria@lawrenceartscenter.org.

KELLY GALLOWAY KINDERGARTEN

Kelly Galloway Kindergarten helps students develop innovation skills through a creative arts- and play-based curriculum. Our daily learning centers offer fun, hands-on activities to explore KS state standards in a rich cultural setting. With small groups and a low student-to-teacher ratio, we cater to each child’s unique learning needs, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Children 5 years old before Aug. 31 are eligible to enroll.

EARLY LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Coloring Outside the Lines: AGES 2 TO 3

LINDA REIMOND

Must be two by the first day of class

This child/adult class allows you and your two- or three-year-old to explore the arts together. We will paint, sing, print, sculpt, and PLAY in a safe, hands-on atmosphere. We plan to get messy, so play clothes are a must!

FEC1: 9/13-10/4, FR; 9:15 AM-10:15 AM, $80

FEC2: 9/13-10/4, FR; 10:45 AM-11:45 AM, $80

FEC3: 10/25-11/22, FR; 9:15 AM-10:15 AM, $100

FEC4: 10/25-11/22, FR; 10:45 AM-11:45 AM, $100

Integrated Arts: AGES 3 TO 5

LINDA REIMOND

Must be three by the first day of class and fully potty trained.

Integrated Arts is ideal for your child’s first class away from home or as a supplement to traditional preschool programs. Together, we will explore a variety of art and sensory experiences. Play clothes are a must!

FEI1: 9/13-10/4, FR; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $100

FEI2: 10/25-11/22, FR; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $125

Tiny Tunes: AGES 0 TO 2

JORDAN MILLS

In this music class, caregivers and their babies, aged two or younger, will bounce, wiggle, and dance to fun tunes while exploring different baby-friendly instruments. You and your baby will leave with sweet memories and music activities you can incorporate at home to keep moving, grooving and connecting.

FEM1: 9/23-10/14, MO; 9:45 AM-10:15 AM, $40

FEM2: 10/21-11/18, MO; 9:45 AM-10:15 AM, $50

Magical Musicians: AGES 2 TO 3

JORDAN MILLS

Our magical musicians and their caregivers will explore music through play, movements, instruments, and dance, all while embracing this amazing stage of our kids’ development.

FEM3: 9/23-10/14, MO; 10:30 AM-11:00 AM, $40

FEM4: 10/21-11/18, MO; 10:30 AM-11:00 AM, $50

POINSETTIA SALE

Annual Poinsettia Sale!

ORDERS DUE FRIDAY, NOV. 1

Beat the holiday rush! Support the Early Childhood Education Program by purchasing a poinsettia for your home or office. Poinsettias will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, Dec. 3, and Wednesday, Dec 4. Order online or call the Front Desk at 785.843.2787.

art is for everyone

2024-25

SCHOOL OF DANCE HANDBOOK

Looking for attire and shoe requirements? Learn more in the School of Dance Handbook at lawrenceartscenter.org.

DANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

The School of Dance strives to provide access to dance classes and performances through various financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Financial Aid | Available on a sliding scale, based on household income. Apply online or call the Front Desk at 785.843.2787.

Boys Dance Scholarship | For young men in grades 2-12 who demonstrate a strong interest in the field of dance. To apply, contact Hanan Misko at hanan@lawrenceartscenter.org.

Carmine Ballere Scholarship | Awarded by audition to two students (Ballet IV-VII) who demonstrate excellence in dance and a commitment to their craft. Auditions for this scholarship are each spring.

Try Before You Buy | Reach out to dance@lawrenceartscenter.org to give any dance class a try before enrolling.

Drop-In Dance Card | Introducing the School of Dance Drop-In Class Cards for select classes! Want to try out a class or two? This is for you! Stop by the front desk for more details.

Bundle Dance Discount | Enroll in three or more dance classes at the same time and get 20% off dance tuition. Applies to the entire household. Online, automatically applies at checkout.

CLASS INFO & PRICING KEY

CODE : star t date - end date, day(s), time, regular price (bundle price)

SAVE THE DATES!

New to the School of Dance Welcome Meeting

Wed, Aug. 21 | 7-7:30 pm (via ZOOM)

Open House Dance Celebration Sat, Aug. 24 | Time TBD

School of Dance Attire Swap

Sat, Aug. 24 | 10-11:30 am

Dance Shoppe Pop-Up Shop Sun, Aug. 25 | 1-4 pm

INTERIM CONDITIONING FOR DANCERS

Body Conditioning for Dancers

(Interim): AGES 10 TO 120

LIAT ROTH

Grade 5 & Up

Focusing on the full body, this class provides conditioning, stretching, and meditation exercises to promote a sense of self and wellness in preparation for the start of a new session.

FDYBC2: 8/20-8/29, TU;TH; 5:00 PM-6:00 PM, $64 ($51.20)

WEE DANCE

Wee Dance: AGES 1 TO 2

ALLISON MCNELLIS

This class brings caregivers and children together to build mobility and foster creativity using developmentally appropriate songs and games. We will use creative dance as a springboard into exploration and discovery expressing stories, ideas, and dreams all while learning the ins and outs of being in a classroom/dance studio setting.

Session A:

FDYW3a: 9/18-10/9, WE; 10:00 AM-10:40 AM, $56 ($44.80)

Session B:

FDYW3b: 10/23-11/13, WE; 10:00 AM-10:40 AM, $56 ($44.80)

LITTLE MOVERS

School of Dance’s Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes.

Preschool Dance II: AGES 4 TO 5

ALLISON MCNELLIS, BETSY MCCAFFERTY

Session A: FDYP4a: 9/5-10/10, TH; 4:30 PM-5:10 PM, $90 ($72)

Session A: FDYP6a: 9/7-10/12, SA; 9:15 AM-9:55 AM, $90 ($72)

Preschool Dance I: AGES 3 TO 4

ALLISON MCNELLIS, BETSY MCCAFFERTY

Session B: FDYP4b: 10/17-11/21, TH; 4:30 PM-5:10 PM, $75 ($60)

Session B: FDYP6b: 10/19-11/23, SA; 9:15 AM-9:55 AM, $90 ($72)

Kinder Ballet: AGES 5 TO 6

ALLISON MCNELLIS, BETSY MCCAFFERTY  Kindergarten

Students are introduced to the basic elements of ballet through simple ballet movements, creative activities, and storytelling.

FDYK4: 9/5-11/21, TH; 5:15 PM-6:00 PM, $180 ($144)

FDYK6: 9/7-11/23, SA; 10:00 AM-10:45 AM, $180 ($144)

INTRO TO BALLET

Beginning  with Intro to Ballet, School of Dance students follow a sequential program in which the syllabus for each level is designed to encourage greater awareness of musicality and coordination as well as increased flexibility and strength.

Intro to Ballet: AGES 6 TO 7

LIAT ROTH, STEPHANIE WIRTH  Grade 1

In this class, students learn the basic techniques of ballet through fundamental movements and begin building their ballet vocabulary.

FDY1B6: 9/7-11/23, SA; 11:00 AM-11:45 AM, $168 ($134.40

FDY1B1: 9/9-11/25, MO; 4:30 PM-5:15 PM, $168 ($134.40)

BALLET I-II

One ballet class a week is recommended at this level to build strength and technique. Students are also encouraged to enroll in a class of another genre.

Ballet I: AGES 7 TO 8

CYNTHIA CREWS, HOPE DEYOUNG-DANIELS  Grade 2-3

FDYB13: 9/4-11/20, WE; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $192 ($153.60)

FDYB16: 9/7-11/23, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $192 ($153.60)

Ballet II: AGES 8 TO 9

CYNTHIA CREWS, HOPE DEYOUNG-DANIELS  Grade 3-4

FDYB22: 9/3-11/19, TU; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $192 ($153.60)

FDYB26: 9/7-11/23, SA; 11:00 AM-11:55 AM, $192 ($153.60)

AUDITIONS:

AGES 7 (1ST GRADE) TO ADULTS

Be a part of this local, seasonal favorite! Auditions are FREE. Online registration by Sept. 12 is required to receive an audition time. Auditions are Saturday, Sept. 14. Register and review all details at lawrenceartscenter.org. Have questions? Email dance@lawrenceartscenter.org.

BALLET III-IV

Two ballet classes a week are required at this level; Ballet IV students are recommended to attend three ballet classes per week. Students are also encouraged to enroll in conditioning, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, or tap classes.

Ballet III: AGES 9 TO 10

CYNTHIA CREWS, STEPHANIE WIRTH

Grade 4-5

FDYB35: 9/6-11/22, FR; 4:30 PM-5:40 PM, $216 ($172.80)

FDYB36: 9/7-11/23, SA; 10:30 AM-11:40 AM, $216 ($172.80)

FDYB31: 9/9-11/25, MO; 4:30 PM-5:40 PM, $216 ($172.80)

Ballet IVa & IVb: AGES 10 TO 18

HOPE DEYOUNG-DANIELS, LIAT ROTH

Grade 5-12

FDYB46: 9/7-11/23, SA; 12:00 PM-1:25 PM, $240 ($192)

FDYB41: 9/9-11/25, MO; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $240 ($192)

BALLET IV-V

This is a combined-level class for students placed in Ballet IVa, IVb, Va, and Vb. Ballet IV students are required to enroll in two ballet classes per week (three are recommended); Ballet V students are required to enroll in three technique classes per week (four are recommended).

Ballet IVa, IVb, Va, Vb: AGES 10 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 5-12

FDYB43: 9/4-11/20, WE; 4:30 PM-5:55 PM, $240 ($192)

BALLET V-VII

Ballet V-VII students are recommended to enroll in four ballet classes per week; three ballet classes are required. Students are highly encouraged to cross-train in other genres such as hip-hop, jazz, modern, pointe, and tap.

Ballet Va: AGES 11 TO 18

CYNTHIA CREWS

Grade 6-12

FDYB52: 9/3-11/19, TU; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $240 ($192)

Ballet Va & Vb: AGES 11 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 6-12

FDYB56: 9/7-11/23, SA; 12:00 PM-1:25 PM, $240 ($192)

Ballet Vb, VI, VII: AGES 12 TO 18

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

Grade 6-12

FDYB62: 9/3-11/19, TU; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $240 ($192)

Ballet Vb, VI, VII: AGES 12 TO 18

CYNTHIA CREWS

Grade 6-12

FDYB64: 9/5-11/21, TH; 4:30 PM-5:55 PM, $220 ($176)

Ballet VI, VII: AGES 12 TO 18

CYNTHIA CREWS

Grade 6-12

FDYB66: 9/7-11/23, SA; 12:00 PM-1:25 PM, $240 ($192)

FDYB61: 9/9-11/25, MO; 5:45 PM-7:10 PM, $240 ($192)

Ballet VII: AGES 13 TO 18

SHANNON M PICKETT

Grade 7-12

Students placed in Ballet VII are required to attend four ballet technique classes a week.

FDYB73: 9/4-11/20, WE; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $240 ($192)

BOYS BALLET

Ballet I: Boys: AGES 7 TO 14

HANAN MISKO

Grade 2-9

Free for those actively enrolled in any other Art Center class.

This class focuses on the fundamentals of ballet and developing students’ ability to jump, balance, and travel with confidence and strength. Tuition can be covered by the Boys Dance Scholarship.

FDYB12: 9/3-11/19, TU; 4:30 PM-5:20 PM, $192 ($153.60)

Ballet II: Boys: AGES 9 TO 18

HANAN MISKO

Grade 5-12

This beginner/intermediate level class strives to improve the dancer’s ability to jump, pirouette, and travel with agility, technique, and stamina. For level Ballet IV-V students.

This class will not meet on October 31.

FDYB24: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:00 PM-6:25 PM, $99 ($79.20)

BALLET

TEEN BALLET

The Teen Ballet program is specifically designed to introduce students to ballet techniques and prepare them developmentally until they are ready to join the sequential ballet program. Geared toward more mature learners, actors, and musical theater students who may have little experience with dance but understand concepts and can work toward self-correction.

Ballet Fundamentals

for Teens: AGES 12 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 7-12

This class aims to provide beginning students with fundamental knowledge, vocabulary, and physical skills needed to later join a higher-level class. Those with 12 months of prior experience should attend Ballet for Teens. Students interested in musical theatre are encouraged to enroll in this class.

FDYBFT3: 9/4-11/20, WE; 3:15 PM-4:25 PM, $216 ($172.80)

Ballet for Teens: AGES 12 TO 18

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

Grade 7-12

This class is for teens who have trained in ballet technique for at  least 12 months. Students interested in musical theatre are encouraged to enroll in this class.

FDYBT2: 9/3-11/19, TU; 7:30 PM-8:40 PM, $216 ($172.80)

POINTE

Enrollment in both Tues/Thurs Pointe and the prior ballet technique classes are required. First-year students wear ballet slippers until approved to purchase and wear pointe shoes. Classes focus on strengthening the body and using proper technique in preparation for the rigors of dancing en pointe. In addition to the two pointe classes, Ballet V-VI students are required to enroll in three ballet technique classes per week.

Pre/Beginner Pointe: AGES 11 TO 18

CYNTHIA CREWS, PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO  Grade 6-12

FDYPB2: 9/3-11/19, TU; 7:00 PM-7:25 PM, $108 ($86.40)

FDYPB4: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:00 PM-6:25 PM, $99 ($79.20)

Intermediate Pointe: AGES 11 TO 18

CYNTHIA CREWS, PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO  Grade 6-12

FDYIP2: 9/3-11/19, TU; 7:00 PM-7:25 PM, $108 ($86.40)

FDYIP4: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:00 PM-6:25 PM, $99 ($79.20)

VARIATIONS

Variations: AGES 11 TO 18

SHANNON M PICKETT

Ballet VII Only

In this class, students will learn famous and renowned ballet solos, duos, and trios that every dancer should know.

FDYIV3: 9/4-11/20, WE; 7:00 PM-7:25 PM, $108 ($86.40)

JAZZ

The Jazz Dance program features various styles of jazz, including classic, Broadway, and contemporary. Beginning students focus on building rhythm, coordination, and character skills until they are ready for syncopation movements, body isolations, dynamic leaps, suspended turns, and stylized choreography.

Jazz for Adults and Teens: AGES 12 TO 120

GABBY MCNABB

This all-level class emphasizes classic jazz styles while building strength and flexibility.

Session A:

FDAJ2a: 9/3-10/8, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Session B:

FDAJ2b: 10/15-11/19, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Jazz I: AGES 7 TO 10

CLAIRE BUSS

Grade 2-5

In this introductory jazz class, students will learn the fundamentals of stylized jazz choreography while building rhythm, coordination, and character skills.

FDYJ13a: 9/4-11/20, WE; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $192 ($153.60)

Jazz II: AGES 8 TO 13

CLAIRE BUSS

Grade 3-8

This intermediate-level class aims to develop the dancer’s ability to produce dynamic leaps, turns, kicks, body part isolation, syncopation, counter rhythm, and perform stylized choreography.

FDYJ22: 9/3-11/19, TU; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Jazz III: AGES 12 TO 18

CLAIRE BUSS

Grade 6-12

This intermediate/advanced-level class aims to develop the dancer’s ability to produce dynamic leaps, turns, kicks, body part isolation, syncopation, counter rhythm, and perform stylized choreography.

FDYJ34: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $186 ($148.80)

TAP

Tap dance combines rhythm, musicality, and coordination into a fun percussive movement session for your feet. Starting with Level I, students remain in each level until they’ve mastered the required material to progress to the next level.

Tap I: AGES 7 TO 13

GABBY MCNABB

Grade 2-8

This class teaches the fundamentals of tap, basic rhythms, and stylized dance combinations.

FDYT12: 9/3-11/19, TU; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $192 ($153.60)

Tap II-III: AGES 8 TO 18

JUSTIN HARBAUGH

Grade 3-12

Students focus on identifying rhythmic patterns, structures, syncopation, counterrhythms, and call and response. Rudimentary tap dance sequences, such as time steps and more complex vocabulary, are regularly rehearsed.

FDYT23: 9/4-11/20, WE; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Tap IV: AGES 10 TO 18

JUSTIN HARBAUGH

Grade 5-12

The intermediate-advanced class introduces complex rhythms and new vocabulary. Completion of Tap II is required.

FDYT43: 9/4-11/20, WE; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Tap Fundamentals for Teens and Adults: AGES 12 TO 120

GABBY MCNABB

Adult Tap at the Arts Center combines rhythm, musicality, and coordination into a fun percussive movement session for your feet. Starting with Tap Fundamentals, students who mastered the required material progress to join our intermediate adults tap group.

This class is for beginners with little to no prior experience.

Session A:

FDAFT2: 9/3-10/8, TU; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

This class is for those with at least 12 months of prior tap experience.

Session B:

FDAT2b: 10/15-11/19, TU; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

CONTEMPORARY MOVEMENT

Based on the philosophy that every person can and should dance, these classes teach movement exploration and encourage play, structured improvisation, balance, and body conditioning within a social peer group. All experience levels are welcome.

Contemporary Movement I: AGES 7 TO 10

LIAT ROTH

Grade 2-5

FDYC12: 9/3-11/19, TU; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Contemporary Movement II: AGES 11 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 6-12

FDYC22: 9/3-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

MODERN

These classes explore circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods.

Modern I: AGES 10 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 5-12

This is a beginning/intermediate class. Contemporary Movement I or II is a prerequisite to Modern I; students should complete at least one semester of Contemporary Movement.

FDYM13: 9/4-11/20, WE; 6:00 PM-7:10 PM, $226 ($180.80)

Modern II: AGES 11 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 6-12

This is an intermediate class.

FDYM22: 9/3-11/19, TU; 7:30 PM-8:40 PM, $226 ($180.80)

Modern III: AGES 11 TO 18

LIAT ROTH

Grade 6-12

This is an advanced class.

FDYM33: 9/4-11/20, WE; 7:30 PM-8:40 PM, $226 ($180.80)

CHINESE DANCE

Chinese Dance: AGES 9 TO 12

WANWAN CAI

Grade 3-6

Come learn the fundamentals of the graceful, fluid, and breath-based movements of Chinese Classical Dance.

FYDCD3: 9/4-11/20, WE; 3:15 PM-4:10 PM, $192 ($153.60)

DANCE

IRISH DANCE

Irish dance is upbeat and involves choreographed traditional and non-traditional dances. Beginner-level students will learn fundamental movements like the basic jig and reel steps. Intermediate-level students will incorporate more complicated patterns and preparations for hard shoes. All are welcome to join the Irish Dance program and enjoy this percussive dance form.

Irish Dance for Teens & Adults I: AGES 14 TO 120

ANNIE STARK

Beginner-level students will learn fundamental movements and learn to combine them into upbeat group dances called céilís.

FDAS1: 9/9-11/25, MO; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

FDYS5: 9/13-11/22, FR; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $186 ($148.80)

Irish Dance for Teens & Adults II: AGES 14 TO 120

ANNIE STARK

In this class, students work on finishing and perfecting the four beginner soft shoe dances (reel, light jig, hop jig, slip jig) and three beginner hard shoe dances (hornpipe, treble jig, St. Patrick’s Day set dance). This is an advanced Irish Dance class. Instructor permission is required.

FDYR1: 9/9-11/25, MO; 8:30 PM-9:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Irish Dance I: AGES 7 TO 14

ANNIE STARK

Grade 2-9

These upbeat classes involve traditional and choreographed modern dances. Beginner-level students will learn fundamental movements and the basic jig and reel steps.

FDAS5: 9/13-11/22, FR; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $186 ($148.80)

Irish Dance II: AGES 8 TO 18

ANNIE STARK

Grade 3-12

Irish dancers will add the Hop Jig and the Slip Jig to their beginner soft shoe repertoire, and learn basic hard shoe movements.

FDYS21: 9/9-11/25, MO; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $240 ($192)

Irish Dance III: AGES 9 TO 18

ANNIE STARK

Grade 4-12

Students have learned all four beginner soft shoe dances (reel, light jig, hop jig, slip jig) and work on finishing and perfecting the three beginner hard shoe dances (hornpipe, treble jig, St. Patrick’s Day set dance). Please note the initial 30 minutes of this class are combined with Irish Dance IV.

FDYS31: 9/9-11/25, MO; 5:30 PM-6:45 PM, $240 ($192)

Irish Dance IV: AGES 9 TO 18

ANNIE STARK

Grade 4-12

Students will learn advanced speed reel, slip jig, treble jig and hornpipe. Please note that the initial 30 minutes of this class are combined with Irish Dance III.

FDYS41: 9/9-11/25, MO; 6:15 PM-7:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

HIP HOP

Based on the original principles of hip hop – love, peace, unity, and having fun – these classes are filled with choreography and cover a wide range of movement styles.

Hip Hop I: AGES 7 TO 10

CAITLYN HOWARD

Grade 2-5

This class focuses on the fundamental steps of hip-hop and the social styles that are popular today.

FDYH15: 9/6-11/22, FR; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $192 ($153.60)

Hip Hop II: AGES 9 TO 13

CLAIRE BUSS

Grade 4-8

This high-energy class infuses the foundation of hip-hop with an emphasis on foot rhythm, weight transfer, and a mixture of styles and choreography.

FDYH23: 9/4-11/20, WE; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

Hip Hop III: AGES 12 TO 18

MAYA TILLMAN-RAYTON

Grade 6-12

This class focuses on the commercial (LA) styles of hip-hop and choreography. Students will learn combinations that feature texture, level changes, and rhythm changes.

FDYH34: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $186 ($148.80)

INTERIM ADULT BALLET & POINTE

Adult Ballet II (Interim): AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate-level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training.

CDABX4: 8/22-8/29, TH; 11:15 AM-12:25 PM, $36 ($28.80)

Adult Ballet II-III (Interim): AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate-level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training.

CDABX2: 8/20-8/27, TU; 10:00 AM-11:10 AM, $36 ($28.80)

Adult Ballet III (Interim): AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate/advanced level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training. No classes on Nov. 28

CDABX34: 8/22-8/29, TH; 9:30 AM-10:40 AM, $36 ($28.80)

Adult Pointe (Interim): AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

For those with prior pointe experience. Must also be enrolled in prior Adult Ballet II-III.

CDAPX2: 8/20-8/27, TU; 11:15 AM-11:45 AM, $18 ($14.40)

CDAPX4: 8/22-8/29, TH; 10:40 AM-11:10 AM, $18 ($14.40)

ADULT CLASSES (14 & UP)

The adult dance program offers a variety of techniques for first-time dancers as well as those pursuing a lifelong interest in dance. Instructors specifically organize curricula to emphasize progress over perfection and experiencing the joy of dance.

Adult Ballet I: AGES 14 TO 120

HOPE DEYOUNG-DANIELS

This class introduces the fundamentals of ballet and is designed for beginners with little to no prior ballet training.

FDAB13: 9/4-11/20, WE; 7:15 PM-8:25 PM, $216 ($172.80)

Adult Ballet II: AGES 14 TO 120

LIAT ROTH, PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate-level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training. No classes on November 28.

FDAB24: 9/5-12/19, TH; 11:15 AM-12:25 PM, $270 ($216)

FDAB21: 9/9-11/25, MO; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $216 ($172.80)

Adult Ballet II-III: AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate-level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training. No classes on November 26.

FDAB22: 9/3-12/17, TU; 10:00 AM-11:10 AM, $270 ($216)

Adult Ballet III: AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

This is an intermediate/advanced level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training. No classes on November 28.

FDAB34: 9/5-12/19, TH; 9:15 AM-10:25 AM, $270 ($216)

Adult Pointe: AGES 14 TO 120

PAIGE PATTERSON COMPARATO

For those with prior pointe experience. Must also be enrolled in prior Adult Ballet II-III class.

FDAP2: 9/3-12/17, TU; 11:15 AM-11:45 AM, $135 ($108)

FDAP4: 9/5-12/19, TH; 10:30 AM-11:00 AM, $135 ($108)

Adult Chinese Dance: AGES 14 TO 120

WANWAN CAI

Learn  the fundamentals of the graceful, fluid, and breath-based movements of Chinese Classical Dance. This class incorporates diverse influences such as folk dance, martial arts movement, ballet, and Chinese opera to create a unique cultural art form. Prior dance experience is recommended but not required.

FDAC4: 9/5-11/21, TH; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $176 ($140.80)

Adult Hip Hop (Session A): AGES 14 TO 120

MAYA TILLMAN-RAYTON

Come dance to some of your favorite throwback jams! This is a no-stress class where students will learn combinations and simply have a good time grooving. All experience levels are welcome.

FDAH4a: 9/5-10/10, TH; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Adult Pilates: AGES 14 TO 120

ASHLEY SANDEFUR

This class improves strength, flexibility, and overall health. Mats are provided on a first-come, firstserved basis, but feel free to bring your own. All experience levels are welcome.

Session A: FDAP3a: 9/4-10/9, WE; 9:40 AM-10:30 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Session B: FDAP3b: 10/16-11/20, WE; 9:40 AM-10:30 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Afrodance (Session B): AGES 14 TO 120

MAYA TILLMAN-RAYTON

Afrodance is a collection of dances originating from Sub-Saharan African countries. Dancers will learn a combination of traditional African, Afro-Carribbean, and African hip-hop moves set to African pop and Reggaeton music. This high-energy class will get you moving! All experience levels are welcome.

FDAA4: 10/17-11/21, TH; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $80 ($64)

Inside Flow Yoga: AGES 14 TO 120

RECHELLE BISHOP

Inside Flow is a joyful, dance-like style of Yoga developed by Young Ho Kim. Innovative in connecting Yoga postures in a fluid, graceful and seamless manner. Each class, we will build the choreography for the flow of a variety of music. If you enjoy Yoga and dance, you will love Inside Flow. Some yoga experience is recommended but not required.

Session A: FDAY6a: 9/7-10/12, SA; 9:30 AM-10:20 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Session B: FDAY6b: 10/19-11/23, SA; 9:30 AM-10:20 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Modern Fundamentals for Adults: AGES 14 TO 120

LIAT ROTH

This class explores circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods. All experience levels are welcome.

FDM2: 9/3-11/19, TU; 1:00 PM-2:10 PM, $216 ($172.80)

Restorative Movement for Older Adults: AGES 14 TO 120

WANWAN CAI

This gentle, guided class designed to enhance mobility, flexibility, and overall well-being. Tailored for seniors, it focuses on low-impact exercises that promote joint health, balance, and relaxation, ensuring participants improve their physical fitness in a supportive, safe environment.

Session A: FDAR2a: 9/3-10/8, TU; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Session B: FDAR2b: 10/15-11/19, TU; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $96 ($76.80)

Tap Fundamentals for Teens and Adults: AGES 12 TO 120

GABBY MCNABB

Adult Tap at the Arts Center combines rhythm, musicality, and coordination into a fun percussive movement session for your feet. Starting with Tap Fundamentals, students who mastered the required material progress to join our intermediate adults tap group.

This class is for beginners with little to no prior experience.

Session A: FDAFT2: 9/3-10/8, TU; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

This class is for those with at least 12 months of prior tap experience.

Session B: FDAT2b: 10/15-11/19, TU; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Jazz for Adults and Teens: AGES 12 TO 120

GABBY MCNABB

This all-level class emphasizes classic jazz styles while building strength and flexibility.

Session A: FDAJ2a: 9/3-10/8, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Session B: FDAJ2b: 10/15-11/19, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $96 ($76.80)

Irish Dance for Teens & Adults I: AGES 14 TO 120

ANNIE STARK

Beginner-level students will learn fundamental movements and learn to combine them into upbeat group dances called céilís.

FDAS1: 9/9-11/25, MO; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

FDYS5: 9/13-11/22, FR; 5:30 PM-6:25 PM, $186 ($148.80)

Irish Dance for Teens & Adults II: AGES 14 TO 120

ANNIE STARK

Finish learning and perfecting the four beginner soft shoe dances (reel, light jig, hop jig, slip jig) and three beginner hard shoe dances (hornpipe, treble jig, St. Patrick’s Day set dance). This is an advanced Irish Dance class. Instructor permission is required.

FDYR1: 9/9-11/25, MO; 8:30 PM-9:25 PM, $202 ($161.60)

SOCIAL DANCE

Whether it be at home, in a club, or at a wedding, the Social Dance program will teach you the basic skills needed to dance with your partner. Learn the fundamentals of social dance to become a master of the dance floor. Tuition is priced per person. Enrolling a partner is welcomed but not required.

Social Dance: West Coast Swing

(Beginning/Intermediate): AGES 14 TO 120

CHARLIE MYERS

West Coast Swing is a dance style based on Lindy Hop and Carolina Shuffle, popularized by movies in the 1950s. It is known for its elastic and improvisational style.

FDAS24: 9/5-11/21, TH; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $176 ($140.80)

Social Dance: West Coast Swing

(Intermediate/Advanced): AGES 14 TO 120

CHARLIE MYERS

This intermediate/advanced level class is for those seeking to move to the next level and improve their social dance. Those enrolling in this class are expected to be familiar with the following basics of social dance and West Coast Swing: sugar push, left/right-side pass, the whip, and concepts around momentum and improvisation.

FDAS14: 9/5-11/21, TH; 7:30 PM-8:30 PM, $176 ($140.80)

Don Quixote

Arts Festival

Join us for an electrifying three-day festival featuring local, regional, national, and international talent, with cutting-edge adult performances and vibrant LGBTQ+ programming. NIGHT 1 Shirley Gnome Nov. 21 | Doors at 7 pm, Show at 7:30 pm NIGHT 2 Holiday Drag Spectacular Nov. 22 | Doors at 7 pm, Show at 7:30 pm NIGHT 3 Arts After Dark Adult Showcase Nov. 23 | 8 pm | Ages 18+

SCHOOL OF THEATRE & MUSIC

IMAGINATION & ADVENTURE

CHILD + CAREGIVER CLASSES: AGES 2 TO 5

New! Musical Playgroup

JORDAN MILLS

At this musical playgroup, we will sing, play, read, and dance! We’ll start with a music group, which includes lots of instrument play, movement, and singing. We will read a short book and have time to play at the end!

Tuition includes one child and one caregiver.

FTMY26: 9/7-10/5, SA; 9:05 AM-9:50 AM, $90

Beach Party: Bring a Friend

JORDAN MILLS

Bust out those beach towels, and let’s have a party! Come and play, imagine and explore. What sandy adventures await you? This is a child and caregiver class, plus you can bring a friend!

FTMY146: 10/26-11/2, SA; 9:05 AM-9:55 AM, $36

Tea Party: Bring a Friend

JORDAN MILLS

Have a tea party on the moon or wherever you like! Explore and imagine the wonderful creatures, people, or animals you may meet. This is a child and caregiver class, plus you can bring a friend!

FTMY186: 11/9-11/16, SA; 9:05 AM-9:55 AM, $36

art is for everyone

CHILD CLASSES: AGES 3 TO 6

Story Book Worlds: Discovery & Adventure!

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Discover new worlds and make new friends. Ride in a hot air balloon or dive deep under the sea. Unlock your child’s imagination in our storybook worlds series.

FTMY16A: 9/7-10/5, SA; 9:00 AM-9:45 AM, $90

Fairies and Gnomes in the Magical Garden

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Come explore the magical garden with us! Along the way, you might encounter fairies, gnomes, and other creatures. Join us for an immersive class that will bring your imagination to life.

FTMY36: 9/7-9/28, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $80

Treasure Trunk

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Come open our treasure trunk filled with delightful objects, mysteries and surprises. Students will use their voices, bodies and imaginations in a new adventure every week.

FTMY96: 10/5-10/26, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $80

Story Book Worlds: Halloween Sweets & Treats

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Halloween can be fun, exciting, and full of treats and tricks. We are sure to have a good time. Unlock your child’s imagination in our storybook worlds series.

FTMY16B: 10/19-11/16, SA; 9:00 AM-9:45 AM, $90

New! Bend and Breathe with Kayla!

KAYLA SANDUSKY

It’s never too early to learn mindful practices, but also, sometimes you just have to get the wiggles out! Your kids will giggle and grow in this class that explores movement and breathing.

FTMY176: 11/2-11/23, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $80

ACTING, IMPROV & PERFORMANCE

AGES 6 TO 9

Story Book Drama: Dragons Love Tacos

ELIZABETH SULLIVAN

Storybook Drama is ideal for a child’s first theatre class experience. We will act out and explore Adam Rubin’s book, Dragons Love Tacos, where a boy learns about dragons’ love for tacos and what can go terribly wrong with a side of extra spicy salsa.

FTMY126: 9/7, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $20

Story Book Drama: The Rainbow Fish

ELIZABETH SULLIVAN

Storybook Drama is ideal for a child’s first theatre class experience. We will act out and explore Mark Pfister’s book The Rainbow Fish, where a beautiful fish builds friendships by sharing its most valuable gifts.

FTMY156: 9/14, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $20

Story Book Drama: Ming Lo Moves the Mountain

ELIZABETH SULLIVAN

Storybook Drama is ideal for a child’s first theatre class experience. We will act out and explore Arnold Lobel’s book Ming Lo Moves the Mountain, where a man must find a way to move an impossibly large mountain with a little bit of help.

FTMY166: 9/21, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $20

AGES 7 TO 12

New! Intro to Improv

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Learn the basics of improv and make it up as you go! Improv teaches you to think on your feet, make bold choices, and practice active listening. No experience required.

FTMY12: 9/3-10/8, TU; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $120

All Things Theatre!

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Learn about the magic of theatre! This class will let you dip your toe into acting, props, lights, costumes, makeup and backstage tech.

FTMY66: 9/7-10/5, SA; 11:00 AM-12:25 PM, $125

New! Saturday Troupers

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Create a new show and perform it! Students will learn to devise a show, cultivate acting skills, and perform. Performances will be Sept. 21, Oct. 19, and Nov. 16.

FTMY76: 9/7-11/16, SA; 1:00 PM-1:55 PM, $220

Voice, Body, & Imagination

KAYLA SANDUSKY

The three foundations for every actor are the voice, body and imagination. Exercise all three in this class!

FTMY31: 9/9-10/7, MO; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $100

The Magic Door

COY GARRETT

Step through the magic door into worlds unknown. This class will expand your imagination and build fundamental play and acting skills.

FTMY46: 9/28-11/2, SA; 10:00 AM-10:55 AM, $120

Intro to Musical Theatre

KAYLA SANDUSKY, COY GARRETT

Learn how to sing and dance! Let’s explore the magic of Musical Theatre together.

FTMY116: 10/12-11/16, SA; 11:15 AM-12:40 PM, $245

New! Acting Fundies

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Do you have a young, dramatic person in your life? Get them in this class so they can hone their skills and start building their acting fundamentals.

FTMY71: 10/15-11/19, TU; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $120

AGES 10 TO 13

New! Musical Theatre Special: 13: The Musical

ERIN ZIPPER, JUSTIN HARBAUGH, ELENA CRESSY, JEANNE AVERILL

13: The Musical is all about...well, being 13! We will explore singing, dancing, and acting in this all-inclusive class. The final class will culminate in a performance for invited friends and family.

FTMY56: 9/7-11/9, SA; 11:00 AM-12:45 PM, $225

AGES 11 TO 14

Create Your Own Adventure

JEANNE AVERILL

In this class, students will create, write, and perform their own action adventure for their parents and friends at the end of the class. Let your imagination run wild!

FTMY62: 10/14-11/18, MO; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $120

Shakespearean Insults & Stage Combat

JEANNE AVERILL

Become a master of the Shakespearean insult. But wait, there’s more! The class will also teach the stage combat that comes about as a result of these insults. Create your own Shakespearean scene, complete with a plot, language, insults, and fight choreography.

FTMY136: 10/19-11/16, SA; 1:00 PM-1:55 PM, $100

AGES 13 TO 18 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

Professional Teen Acting for the Camera: AGES 13 TO 18

SARAH JEAN ROBINSON

Have you ever wanted to start your career in film acting but didn’t know where to start? This course will teach the fundamentals of screen acting and give you the physical tools you’ll need to start your career. By the end of class, you’ll have at least one or two recorded monologues/scenes and a strategy for applying to talent agencies!

FTMY24: 9/5-10/31, TH; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $225

New! Upcycled Puppets: AGES 13 TO 18

JANICE LEE CRAFT

Create art and drama from the recycling bin by creating a new puppet. Focus on collaboration, improvisation and dramatic structure.

FTMY64: 11/14-11/21, TH; 5:00 PM-6:55 PM, $60

New! Musical Theatre Special: Unpacking Spring Awakening: AGES 14 TO 18

RACHEL NAUGHTIN, JUSTIN HARBAUGH, ELIZABETH SULLIVAN

Unpack music and scenes from Spring Awakening This show is a coming-of-age story based on the 1891 play by Frank Wedekind, Music by Duncan Sheik, Book and Lyrics by Steven Sater. Parents/ caregivers are encouraged to attend class with their students for open discussions on selected dates.

FTMY86: 9/7-10/12, SA; 1:00 PM-2:45 PM, $225

AGES 14 TO ADULT UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

The Chayd: Vogueing 101: AGES 13 TO 120

CHAY D. BOOTS / JARRON LEWIS

A course intending to make the history of ballroom culture and techniques more accessible to everyone. We will learn the five elements of the ballroom category Butch Queen Vogue Femme, along with quintessential pop culture references and impacts from throughout the decades. With special guest Chay D. Boots. Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. Heels are encouraged but not required. The last class requires student participation in costume for the Final Ball.

FTMA82: 9/24-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $180***

New! A Performer’s Guide to Audition Excellence: AGES 14 TO 120 ARTHUR CLIFFORD

Ranging from audition techniques, etiquette, stage presence, and more, this course is perfect for any level of performer hoping to sharpen their skills in the audition room!

FTMA93: 10/9-10/30, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $100

New! Performing the Classics: AGES 14 TO 120  ELAINE ELIZABETH CLIFFORD

Are you stressed or confused when you hear “Shakespeare,” “Moliere,” or “Euripides?” This class will help performers tackle these classics in a fun, engaging, and relevant way for modern audiences. An intermediate level of acting experience is helpful but not required. Bring a pencil and water bottle, and be ready to move!

FTMA103: 10/9-10/30, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $100

SCHOOL OF THEATRE & MUSIC

MUSIC

Sensory Friendly Music Exploration

Drop-In/Bring a Friend: AGES 5 TO 10

JORDAN MILLS

This class is led by a Music Therapist and is geared toward neurodivergent children in the community, but all are welcome. In this sensory-friendly class, families will explore safe, gentle, and sensory-stimulating instruments. This is a child + caregiver class. Join us and bring a friend to play, sing, and explore music activities and ideas to try at home!

FTMY106A: 10/12, SA; 9:05 AM-9:55 AM, $18

FTMY106B: 10/19, SA; 9:05 AM-9:55 AM, $18

Me & YOUkulele: AGES 6 TO 10

JORDAN MILLS

Get to know your ukulele with this beginner course! Students will learn simple chords and basic strumming patterns in a beginner-friendly way. No music experience is needed.

Students must provide their own ukulele.

FTMY43A: 9/4-10/9, WE; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $120

FTMY43B: 10/16-11/20, WE; 5:00 PM-5:55 PM, $120

New! All Ages Choir: Bring a Friend: AGES 8 TO 120

CHRISTOPHER MOLLA

Make music as part of a community of voices, regardless of age or prior experience. Sing melody and harmony with a repertoire of singable songs from across genres.

FTMA22: 9/3-10/29, TU; 6:00 PM-6:55 PM, $180

New! Traditional Irish Fiddle: Youth: AGES 7 TO 13

ANNIE STARK

Connecting with heritage music is a natural way to connect with culture. Students will learn fiddle tunes in a traditional style with opportunities to provide music for Irish dancers. Students must bring their own violin and have 2+ years of experience.

FTMY14A: 9/12-10/10, TH; 4:30 PM-5:55 PM, $125

FTMY14B: 10/17-11/21, TH; 4:30 PM-5:55 PM, $150

New! Traditional Irish Fiddle: Teens & Adults: AGES 14 TO 120

ANNIE STARK

Connecting with heritage music is a natural way to connect with culture. Learn fiddle tunes in a traditional style with opportunities to provide music for Irish dancers. Students must bring their own violin and have 2+ years of experience.

FTMA34A: 9/12-10/10, TH; 6:00 PM-7:25 PM, $125

FTMA34B: 10/17-11/21, TH; 6:00 PM-7:25 PM, $150

New! Quote the Raven: Songwriting Workshop: AGES 12 TO 120

JORDAN COAKER KIRSTEN RODDEN-CLARKE

Quote the Raven gives a Songwriting Workshop! Learn about the power of collaboration, creating a melody, finding that perfect harmony and writing lyrics. We know you will love their Americana sound! Enroll today, Jordan & Kirsten are only here once!

FTMYA25: 9/20, FR; 4:30 PM-5:25 PM, $40

Basic Guitar: AGES 13 TO 18

JORDAN MILLS

In this guitar course, we will learn simple chords, how to tune the guitar, strumming patterns and some easy songs. Students must bring their own guitar.

FTMY63A: 9/4-10/9, WE; 6:00 PM-6:55 PM, $120

FTMY63B: 10/16-11/20, WE; 6:00 PM-6:55 PM, $120

New! Chamber Music for Strings & Piano: AGES 13 TO 18

JAMIE BONE

Elevate your musical skills with collaboration, advanced listening, and balance. This class will place musicians in groups of 3-5 to learn and perform chamber pieces for string and piano students. Students must supply their own string instruments and have at least intermediate playing and sight-reading levels. This class is perfect for the advancing high school student.

FTMY21: 9/9-11/4, MO; 5:00 PM-6:25 PM, $225

Old-Time String Band with Spencer & Rains: AGES 14 TO 120

HOWARD H RAINS, TRICIA J SPENCER

Old-time repertoire and ensemble class for fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin and bass. Knowledge of the style is not required, but participants should have an instrument and know how to play it.

FTMA72: 10/15-11/19, TU; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $245

Music Theory

Breakfast Club: AGES 18 TO 120

RIC AVERILL

Explore chords and harmonies by analyzing, singing and playing familiar tunes. Learn transposition and the cycle of fifths. Enjoy the science of music as it applies to your own interests. Prerequisites: An interest in music. Students may bring their own instruments.

FTMA13A: 9/4-10/9, WE; 8:00 AM-8:55 AM, $120

Music Theory for Lunch Bunch: AGES 18 TO 120

RIC AVERILL

Explore chords and harmonies by analyzing, singing and playing familiar tunes. Learn transposition and the cycle of fifths. Enjoy the science of music as it applies to your own interests. Prerequisites: An interest in music. Students may bring their own instruments.

FTMA13B: 10/16-11/20, WE; 12:00 PM-12:55 PM, $120

TECHNICAL THEATRE

Fall Stage Craft & Crew: AGES 10 TO 18

LEXEY JOST

Explore the fundamentals of technical theatre through the Lawrence Arts Center’s performance of Don Quixote and Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Students will work with professional technicians to build props, paint set pieces, learn sound and lights, and run the performances as crew members.

FTMY17: 9/8-10/6, SU; 4:30 PM-7:30 PM, $200

AGES 13 TO 18

Cosplay Perfection: Makeup, Wigs and Hand Sewing

DEVI ARKEKETA

Elevate your cosplay skills! Learn how to style your wig and ways to detail and customize existing items from your closet with basic hand sewing.

FTMY53: 9/4-9/25, WE; 6:00 PM-6:55 PM, $80

Stitch & Sketch:

Cosplay Creation and Figure Drawing

KRISTINA ERONAT-DAVIS, LAC FACULTY

In this special crossover class with Youth Visual Arts, students must bring their own base costumes. For five weeks, we will design and create cosplay accessories and embellishments, followed by three weeks of Life Drawing, during which we will learn poses and draw each other.

FTMY83: 10/2-11/20, WE; 5:00 PM-6:25 PM, $265

Scenic Painting

LEXEY JOST

This studio-style class will cover beginner and intermediate techniques used in scenic painting for the stage. Students will learn how to create stage canvases from start to finish, explore color theory and paint mixing, paint faux finishes like wood, stone, and marble, and create dimensions with light and shadow.

FTMY27: 10/27-11/17, SU; 4:30 PM-7:30 PM, $160

HOME SCHOOL CLASSES

AGES 7 TO 12

Home School Theatre

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Do you have a homeschooled kid who wants to take a Theatre class? This course is for you! We will work together to create characters, build stories, and imagine worlds. No theater experience is required.

FTMY23: 9/4-10/30, WE; 1:00 PM-1:55 PM, $180

Home School Music: Recorders

JORDAN MILLS

This homeschool music class will teach your kids the fundamentals of reading music using recorders! Recorders are a great hands-on way to learn how to play an instrument at a beginner level and get your kid actively engaged in music.

FTMY11: 9/9-10/28, MO; 1:00 PM-1:55 PM, $160

Burlesque 101

ALYSHA BAROS

Join Lawrence Burlesque Society and learn to bump, shimmy, grind and shake what your mama gave ya!

Unleash your inner Las Vegas Showgirl as you learn the basics and history of a little performance art we like to call “the cure for self-loathing.”

FTMA32A: 9/3-10/8, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $120

FTMA32B: 10/15-11/19, TU; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $120***

New! Lawrence Burlesque Society: Open Studio

AMIE MONTEDORO

Use studio space to rehearse for upcoming performances and workshop your pieces with Juicy Lucy! Located in Studio B with mirrors. Prerequisite: Must have taken Burlesque 101.

FTMA42: 9/3-11/19, TU; 8:30 PM-9:25 PM, $240***

Adult Acting Exploration:

Drop-In/Bring a Friend

JEANNE AVERILL

Open to beginner and experienced students, this class will explore how an actor studies a role, develops a character, and builds their portfolio. Bring a friend or family member with you to class (at no extra charge) to be your acting partner! You’ll leave ready with skills you can immediately apply to auditions and performances.

FTMA73A: 9/4, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73B: 9/11, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73C: 9/18, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73D: 9/25, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73E: 10/2, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73F: 11/6, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73G: 11/13, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

FTMA73H: 11/20, WE; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $25

New! Acting the Re-Enactor

RIC AVERILL

Learn to present a character from Lawrence, Kan. or US History that fascinates you. Bring facts, photos and biographical stories to weave into an engaging re-enactment through writing, acting and costuming!

FTMA33: 9/4-10/9, WE; 1:00 PM-2:25 PM, $150

Professional Adult Acting for the Camera

SARAH JEAN ROBINSON

Have you ever wanted to start your career in film acting but didn’t know where to start? This course will teach the fundamentals of screen acting and also give you physical tools you’ll need to start your career. By the end of class, you’ll have at least one or two recorded monologues/scenes and a strategy for applying to talent agencies!

FTMA44: 9/5-10/31, TH; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $225

Intro to Drag

CARMA LEA

Explore the world of Drag or brush up for your next performance! Whether you want to be a Queen or King, all are welcome. Learn about wigs, makeup, lip-sync, building a persona and performance! Ages 16+ can enroll with parental permission.

FTMA54A: 9/5-10/10, TH; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $120 FTMA54B: 10/17-11/21, TH; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $120***

Adult Improv

CHRIS KRAMER

Learn the fundamentals or refine your skills with challenging improv games and exercises. Come meet new people and create surprising and hilarious scenes!

FTMA41A: 9/9-10/7, MO; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $100 FTMA41B: 10/14-11/18, MO; 6:30 PM-7:25 PM, $120***

Adult Improv Performance Troupe

LEAH TOWLE

Members will create an ensemble, build confidence in improvising, and perform for the public at Final Fridays! Class performances will be on 9/27, 10/25, and 11/22. Must have taken an Arts Center improv class in the last five years or have instructor approval. The 11/22 show is part of the Arts After Dark Festival with a showtime of 6 pm.

FTMA61: 9/16-11/18, MO; 7:30 PM-8:25 PM, $230***

Acting for the Artist’s Spirit

SARAH JEAN ROBINSON

Are you at a crossroads in your artistic journey? This class is for ALL artists (writers, visual artists, dancers, performers, etc.) Dive into meditation, simple scenes, movement techniques, beginner improv, and more to reignite your imagination and get your artistic juices flowing. Explore your own inner world and create in a new, collaborative way. This class is where the craft of creating meets magic. Reignite your artistic spirit!

FTMA52: 9/24-11/19, TU; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $225

Public Speaking Without Fear: AGES 21 TO

120

JANICE LEE CRAFT

Do you present to peers at meetings, conferences, churches or service organizations? Come practice with like-minded learners as we conquer stage fright and vocalized pauses. Work with a template for organizing your thoughts prior to speaking. Tell stories, make stuff up and have a good time while learning. There is no class on Nov. 4.

FTMA51: 9/9-11/18, MO; 7:00 PM-8:25 PM, $250

New! The Performing Arts

Integrated Classroom: AGES 21 TO 120

KAYLA SANDUSKY

Broaden your teaching methods by integrating performing arts practices and games in your classroom and learn how to combine them with core subjects. This class is for elementary and middle school teachers. The class will meet once a month on 9/20, 10/18, and 11/15.

FTMA15: 9/20-11/15, FR; 5:30 PM-6:55 PM, $75

***This class is eligible to participate in the Arts After Dark Showcase on Nov. 23rd. Students must be 18 years or older.

Join us for the Arts After Dark Festival weekend, Nov. 21-23, must be 18 or older to attend. Performances include Burlesque Comedian Shirley Gnome, Drag Holiday Showcase featuring local Queens and Kings with special guest Q from Season 16 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, and performances by our adult classes in the Arts After Dark Showcase

art is for everyone

FAMILY & FRIENDS: CLASSES AGES 5+

Tuition includes the cost of one child and one adult.

Family Clay Studio

CINDY KERSENBROCK

Young artists five and older can join an adult to make art side-by-side in this family and friends introductory clay class! Students will learn to use their hands to pinch, coil, model, and build with clay to create small sculptures and functional objects.

FYFAMCA: 9/14-10/19, SA; 9:00 AM-10:30 AM, $200

Family Painting Studio

ZOE VINCENT

Explore the possibilities of painting along with an adult family member or friend. We’ll learn about color mixing, brushstrokes, and more to create painted works of art to hang on the wall.

FYFAMPA: 9/14-10/5, SA; 1:00 PM-2:30 PM, $200

Family Wheel Throwing

CINDY KERSENBROCK

Learn to throw on the wheel family-style! Students ages 10+ can work alongside an adult friend or family member while practicing the fundamentals of wheel-thrown ceramics.

FYFAMCB: 10/26-12/7, SA; 9:00 AM-10:30 AM, $200

FAMILY & FRIENDS: WORKSHOPS AGES 5+

Tuition includes the cost of one child and one adult.

Polymer Clay Charms

BRYANN BURKE

Learn to make small sculptural charms with polymer clay! We’ll learn to pinch, roll, and model colorful clay into mini versions of our pets, food, or everyday objects we use as jewelry, decorate your Crocs, or as a key chain.

FYFWA: 9/7, SA; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $75

Lego Prints

SYDNI WILLIAM

Explore patterns and color while building with Lego! We’ll create designs with everyone’s favorite building blocks and learn about printmaking to make stacks of prints to hang on the wall.

FYFWB: 9/7, SA; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $75

Canvas Painting: Scaredy Cats & Spooky Bats

KATIE ALLDRITT

Work together or with an adult to create a Halloween-y canvas painting while learning to use acrylic paint to create texture and contrast.

FYFWD: 10/19, SA; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $75

Draw & Dine Club: Vampire Vibes

MATTHEW LORD

Grab your garlic and wooden stakes and join us for this special spooky meeting of the Draw & Dine Club that will meet at the ghoulishly good Burger Stand. We’ll learn fun dinner table drawing exercises and games inspired by our favorite monsters and creeps. Each child-adult pair will receive lunch and a Draw & Dine kit to continue drawing at your next meal!

FYFWE: 10/19, SA; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $80

Clay Gingerbread House

TRACI BUNKERS

Make a festive ceramic gingerbread house as we learn to roll flat slabs of clay to build a home drizzled with colorful clay that’s almost good enough to eat!

FYFWC: 10/19, SA; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $75

Sparkling Sun Catchers

KATIE ALLDRITT

Bring the sun indoors in this family and friends workshop that will use wire, beads, crystals, and other sparkling materials to make hanging sculptures to put in a window.

FYFWF: 12/7, SA; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $75

Hand Printed Wrapping Paper!

LAC FACULTY

Learn simple stamping and printmaking techniques to create personalized handmade wrapping paper to make your gift-giving even more special.

FYFWG: 12/7, SA; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $75

SCHOOL’S OUT CAMPS:

AGES 6-8, 9-12

Blended Arts: Pop Rocks!

KAYLA SANDUSKY, BRYANN BURKE

Calling all kings and queens of pop! This blended Performing Arts & Visual Arts camp will teach you the stage moves to be a pop star and how to make Pop Art inspired by the top of the charts.

Ages 6-8: FY68SOA: 9/18, WE; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, $90

Ages 9-12: FY912SOA: 9/18, WE; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, $90

The Art of Hip-Hop

MIA FORSBERG-HAVERKAMP, SYDNI WILLIAM Graffiti, fashion, jewelry, and gallery art are all important components of hip-hop. This camp will teach students to make art in a street style while they learn how hip-hop became mainstream.

Ages 6-8: FY68SOB: 10/11, FR;SU; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, $90

Ages 9-12: FY912SOB: 10/11, FR;SU; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, $90

Blended

Arts: Disco Fever

AM: KAYLA SANDUSKY, BRYANN BURKE

PM: KAYLA SANDUSKY, ANDY SMITH

Celebrate the 70’s in this blended arts camp that will combine dance and visual art instruction to teach you disco-style dance moves and how to make art full of glam, funk, and punk.

Ages 6-8 AM: FY69SOC: 10/17-10/18, TH;FR; 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, $90

Ages 9-12 AM: FY912SOC: 10/17-10/18, TH;FR; 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, $90

Ages 6-8 PM: FY68SOD: 10/17-10/18, TH;FR; 1:00 PM-4:00 PM, $90

Ages 9-12: PM: FY912SOD: 10/17-10/18, TH;FR; 1:00 PM-4:00 PM, $90

CLASSES:

AGES 6-8, 9-12

Art Exploration

Expand your creativity in our six-week Art Exploration series! This special class invites young artists on an exciting journey through various media and techniques. Spark imagination and foster artistic skills with hands-on experience with unique art-making tools, materials, and methods. Enroll in each continuing series for a full exploration of media and Arts Center studios!

Home School Art Exploration

ANDY SMITH, MIA FORSBERG HAVERKAMP

Ages 6-8: FY68HSA: 9/9-10/14, MO; 10:00 AM-11:30 AM, $150 Ages 6-8: FY68HSB: 10/21-12/2, MO; 10:00 AM-11:30 AM; $150

Ages 9-12: FY912HSA: 9/9-10/14, MO; 10:00 AM-11:30 AM, $150 Ages 9-12: FY912HSB: 10/21-12/2, MO; 10:00 AM-11:30 AM, $150

After School Art Exploration  LAC INSTRUCTOR, TRACI BUNKERS

Ages 6-8: FY68ASA: 9/10-10/15, TU; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150 Ages 6-8: FY68ASB: 10/22-12/3, TU; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150 Ages 9-12: FY912ASA: 9/10-10/15, TU; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150 Ages 9-12: FY912ASB: 10/22-12/3, TU; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Animal Tales: AGES 6 TO 8 ONLY

LILLIAN SELBY

Learn to make paintings and sculptures inspired by our favorite animal stories and fables. We’ll learn to make furry textures and bright patterns to make art that tells the tales of heroic or mischievous critters.

FY68SATA: 9/14-10/12; SA; 10-11:30 am; $125

Imagine That!: AGES 6 TO 8 ONLY

LILLIAN SELBY

Spark your imagination in this class that will expand our minds and ideas. We’ll play artistic games and practice in our sketchbooks to get our imaginations cooking to make wild paintings, sculptures, and more.

FY68SATB: 10/26-11/23; SA; 10-11:30 am; $125

Anime-zing: AGES 9 TO 12 ONLY

KATIE ALLDRITT

Create your own anime, kawaii, and cartoon characters with copic markers, pencils, and various 2D media.

Ages 9-12: FY912ANIA: 9/9-10/14, MO; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 9-12: FY912ANIB: 10/21-12/2, MO; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Draw & Paint

KATIE ALLDRITT

Have fun exploring new drawing and painting techniques and tools! Students will have the opportunity to use acrylics, watercolors, pastels, ink, markers, and more to develop personal art styles.

Ages 6-8: FY68DPA: 9/11-10/16, WE; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 6-8: FY68DPB: 10/23-12/4, WE; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 9-12: FY912DPA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 9-12: FY912DPB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 4:30-6:00 PM, $150

Home School Blended Arts Studio

KATIE ALLDRITT, KAYLA SANDUSKY

This special class will combine Performing Arts and Visual Arts instruction, providing opportunities for students to paint, sculpt, and draw while also exploring stage movements, storytelling, and performance skills.

Ages 6-8: FY68BAA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $180 Ages 6-8: FY68BAB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $180

Ages 9-12: FY912BAA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $180 Ages 9-12: FY912BAB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $180

Youth Clay Studio

TRACI BUNKERS

Students will learn the fundamentals of working in clay while using various techniques to construct sculptural and functional artworks with a focus on hand-building methods.

Ages 6-8: FY68CA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 6-8: FY68CB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 9-12: FY912CA: 9/11-10/16, WE; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Ages 9-12: FY912CB: 10/23-12/4, WE; 4:30 PM-6:00 PM, $150

Youth Digital Arts: AGES 9 TO 12 ONLY

YEKYOUNG KIM

Learn world of digital software, including Adobe Photoshop, and how to utilize the tricks and tools to create original works of art to print and take home.

Ages 9-12: FY912DIGA: 9/14-10/19, SA; 10:30 AM-12:00 PM, $130 Ages 9-12: FY912DIGB: 10/26-12/7, SA; 10:30 AM-12:00 PM, $130

Kansas Time Machine: AGES 9 TO 12 ONLY

LAC FACULTY

Jump back in time and make art inspired by the geological history of Kansas. We’ll make sculptures and paintings inspired by the dinosaurs, glaciers, and grasslands we investigate.

FY912SATA: 9/14-10/12; SA; 10-11:30 am; $125

Painting Possibilities: AGES 9 TO 12 ONLY

ZOE VINCENT

Push the limits of painting as we experiment and discover new painting possibilities. We’ll make canvas paintings without using a brush, drip and pour color, make repeating patterns with stencils and more while learning to mix colors and make complex composisitions.

FY912SATB: 10/26-11/23; SA; 10-11:30 am; $125

Youth Digital Art: Stickers & Things: AGES 9 TO 12 ONLY

YEKYOUNG KIM

Create digital designs, characters, or logos to make prints, stickers, key chains and things! We’ll learn to use Photoshop to create original designs and bring them into the real world.

FY912DIGB: 10/26-12/7; SA; 10-11:30 am; $150

ART FOR ALL

Join us in the Main Lobby for FREE art-making experiences designed for all ages!

GUIDED ARTMAKING

Welcome Inspiration

SEPTEMBER 9 | 11 AM-1 PM

Welcome the Art Center’s new resident artists with free artmaking inspired by ceramics resident Vincent “Sniper” Frimpong and printmaking resident Anthony Corraro.

SELF GUIDED ARTMAKING Instructor Spotlight

OCTOBER 1-31 | 9 AM-9 PM

Stop by the Main Lobby during October to learn new art techniques inspired by a surprise Arts Center instructor in a self-guided activity.

GUIDED ARTMAKING

Handmade Greeting Cards

NOVEMBER 16 | 11 AM-1 PM

Make a series of handmade greeting cards to share with family and friends. We’ll learn to create simple relief printed designs with styrofoam and use carved linoleum to make a set of cards you can’t buy in stores!

VOLUNTEER IN THE STUDIOS!

Lend a hand in the studios! Volunteers, ages 14+, assist youth visual arts classes and camps, working alongside Arts Center instructors to prepare materials, assist young artists and tidy the studios. A new volunteer orientation will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 to 11:30 am.

Sign Up

HANG12: GRADES 9 TO 12

HANG12 is a curatorial board led by high school students who create community gallery exhibitions and events throughout Lawrence. HANG12 promotes a wider engagement with the arts while strengthening professional skills and experience.

Follow @hang12lawrence to learn more and find out about future events.

Teen Artist Co-Op

SYDNI WILLIAM, DEHMIE DEHMLOW

This open studio empowers students to explore their creativity with the guidance of artist-instructors. Begin and end each session with a studio check-in to share ideas and receive direction, while everything in between is up to you. Build your portfolio, experiment with new tools and techniques, or simply hang out. Instead of directed projects, Co-Op members receive a $50 art supply budget to choose their creative practice, free Co-Op workshops, and a discount code for other teen visual art classes in the same season.

FYTCOOPA: 9/9-10/14, MO; 4:30 PM-6:30 PM, $200

FYTCOOPB: 10/21-12/2, MO; 4:00 PM-6:30 PM, $200

FREE! Teen Drop-in Studios

ANDY SMITH

Drop in and make art! This free work-in-progress studio encourages students to bring in special projects to use the Arts Center’s equipment, tools, and materials, receive feedback from a Co-Op mentor artist on in-progress artworks…or just hang out and make art!

FYTDRPA: 9/8, SU; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $0

FYTDRPB: 10/6, SU; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $0

FYTDRPC: 11/3, SU; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $0

FYTDRPD: 12/3, SU; 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, $0

TEEN ARTIST CO-OP WORKSHOPS

Alt Fashion: Snipped and Stiched TWIGGY CERCY

Work with installation, sculpture, and ceramic artist Twiggy Cercy to alter, upcycle, or remix found clothing or accessories into something uniquely fashionable. We’ll learn simple techniques for assemblage and stitching used by Twiggy in their sculpture installations.

FYFTWKSHPA: 10/20, SU; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $50

Decorated Clay Gifts

MAEVE HILGERS

Create one-of-a-kind clay gifts with ceramic artist Maeve Hilgers. We’ll learn to create careful painted and carved compositions, like the animals and patterns found in Maeve’s work, to embellish and emphasize the form of mugs and planters just in time for the gift giving season.

FYFTWKSHPB: 12/8, SU; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $50

TEEN CLASSES: AGES 13-18

Watercolor and More

KATIE ALLDRITT

Explore the world of water media as you learn to control watercolors, ink, and gouache to create painterly pictures full of color.

FYTWCA: 9/10-10/15, TU; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Wheel Throwing & Special Projects

MICHELLE ROGNE

Beginners will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing while returning students strengthen their skills to pursue personal projects with individual instruction.

FYTCA: 9/10-10/15, TU; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

FYTCB: 10/22-12/3, TU; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Drawing: Everyday Things Everyday

MATTHEW LORD

This drawing and illustration class will encourage you to look closely at everyday objects and strengthen your drawing skills and confidence. We’ll build interesting still lifes, explore the Art Center’s studios, and take trips down Mass Street to capture everyday things, people, and scenes in our sketchbooks.

FYTDA: 9/11-10/2, WE; 3:00 PM-4:30 PM, $125

Darkroom Photography

ANN DEAN

Learn the basics of 35mm photography, including composition and camera mechanics, film development and darkroom printing. Film, chemicals, and paper provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own 35 mm film camera, or one can be provided by the Arts Center by request.

FYTPH: 9/11-10/16, WE; 4:00 PM-5:30 PM, $200

Teen Digital Arts: Teen Zines

YEKYOUNG KIM

Learn about zine traditions and work together to publish a zine of our own while learning to use Photoshop and other digital tools to tell stories, make comics, or bring awareness to important issues. We’ll print and learn to fold and assemble our pages in funky ways to make our zines stand out.

FYTDIGA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $150

Sewing & Fashion: Thrift Flips!

TWIGGY CERCY

Learn to cut, alter, sew, and stitch reclaimed clothing into one-of-a-kind fashion statements. We’ll venture to Arizona Trading Company to spark our ideas and select thrifted garments to transform in the studio while learning to use sewing machines, hand stitching, and other fashion alteration techniques. Students are encouraged to bring found clothing and will have a ‘fashion budget’ to purchase clothes to alter.

FYTJA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Screen Print: T-Shirts & Things

ANNABELLE WITHINGTON

This introduction to screen printing will teach students to create personal designs on t-shirts, totes, and more.

FYTPA: 9/12-10/17, TH; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Teen Digital Media Club

MIA FORSBERG-HAVERKAMP

Do you have a digital project or idea you want to work on? Join us for the Teen Digital Media Club to hang out, put on some tunes or a movie, and create with guidance from an LAC artist. Students are welcome to bring their own devices or use the LAC Digital Media Lab, full Adobe Creative Suite, and other creative apps.

FYTDIGB: 9/10-10/15, TU; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $140

FYTDIGD: 10/22-12/5, TU; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $140

Oil Painting

KATIE ALLDRITT

Gain confidence with oil painting as you learn to control a brush and palette knife to create layers of color and render accurate still-life studies.

FYTWCB: 10/22-12/3, TU; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Drawing: Monsters and the Macabre MATTHEW LORD

Get in the spooky spirit and learn to use color, value, and contrast to make drawings in the style of classic monster and horror illustrators. We’ll use pencil, pen & ink, charcoal, and watercolor to create drawings with mood and mystery.

FYTDB: 10/9-10/30, WE; 3:00 PM-4:30 PM, $125

Kinetic Cardboard Sculpture

DEHMIE DEHMLOW

Investigate 3D design and playful mechanisms in this sculpture class, where you’ll learn DIY construction techniques that can be used to create wild artworks that shimmy and move.

FYTJB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Illustration: Tattoo Traditions

MIA FORSBERG-HAVERKAMP

Learn to make illustrations with watercolor and pen & ink in traditional American tattoo style. We’ll investigate the history of American tattoo styles while learning to draw and paint with control and flair.

FYTPB: 10/24-12/5, TH; 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, $175

Teen Digital Arts: Create and Animate

YEKYOUNG KIM

Learn the fundamentals of digital animation using Photoshop tools and tricks. We’ll spend time sketching character designs, and storyboarding, and learn about traditional animation techniques to bring our drawing to life.

FYTDIGC: 10/24-12/5, TH; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $150

Life Drawing: Cosplay Poses

TODD POTEET

Practice rendering the figure while drawing from costumed models in dynamic poses. Students will receive instruction on the fundamentals of proposition, mass, and gesture to create comic book-style studies.

FYTDC: 11/6-11/20, WE; 5-6:30 PM; $75

TEEN SCHOOL’S OUT WORKSHOPS

Life

Drawing: Open Model

ANDY SMITH

Join with other teen artists to hone your drawing skills with a nude model. Students will receive individualized instruction and guidance while focusing on aspects of figure drawing to use within a portfolio or gain confidence with the human form. Ages 14+ with written permission for a guardian.

FYTSOA: 9/18, WE; 9:30 AM-12 PM; $55

Screen Print Crash Course

ANDY SMITH

Jump into screen printing and learnlean the process from start to finish. Work collaboratively to create a design for printing onto tote bags and posters.

FYTSOB: 10/11, FR; 9:30 AM-12 PM; $55

Handmade Sketchbooks

SYDNI WILLIAM

This two-part workshop will teach you to cut, fold, stitch, and assemble handmade sketchbooks unique enough to hold all your ideas and inspiration.

FYTSOC: 10/17-10/18, TH-FR; 9:30 AM-12 PM; $110

ADULT VISUAL ARTS

Welding for the Hobbyist and Artist: AGES 18+

SAMANTHA HAYES

In this three-session class, you will learn welding safety, shop tool safety, wire types and sizes, proper equipment set-up and the right way to perform a weld bead. All welding equipment is provided for each participant. The class is co-sponsored with Peaslee Tech and is held at 2902 Haskell Ave, Ste. 100.

421303: 9/28-10/12, SA; 8 AM-12 PM, $320

RENT SPACE FOR YOUR EVENT

Located in the heart of Downtown Lawrence, we offer a wide range of spaces for your events. We can handle it all, from film screenings and piano recitals to dance recitals, fundraisers, and private receptions or events.

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Radical Jewelry Makeover

ALLISON M ICE

Participate in Radical Jewelry Makeover, an international community project. RJM uses donated jewelry to create new works, aiming to draw public attention to designers’ creativity and skills while encouraging re-consideration of consumption habits. Participants will receive recycled jewelry materials as a creative prompt and utilize their own time, plus weekly studio hours and instructor support. Completed pieces will be considered for a 2025 exhibition and auction featuring art from the students of KU Metals, Missouri State Metals, and the Arts Center’s metals/jewelry community. Previous experience in metalsmithing or jewelry-making is required. Learn more at www.radicaljewelrymakeover.org.

FAJ35: 9/13-11/22, FR; 3 PM-5:30 PM, $325

8 X 8

JURIED GROUP SHOW

Calling all artists! The Lawrence Arts Center invites you to submit your 8 x 8-inch artwork in any medium for our upcoming juried exhibition. This is your chance to showcase your contemporary art alongside a diverse range of talented artists. Plus, you could win cash prizes! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—submit your work today!

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WORKSHOPS

Art Book Club

MATTHEW LORD

Our book club meets on the third Saturday of most months for lively discussion and art-making after reading a creative/art-themed book. Class dates are 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, and 12/14.

FAX26: 9/21-12/14, SA; 1 PM-3 PM, $160

Eco-Printing with Plants

RACHEL BEER

In this one-day workshop, students will learn to use plant materials such as leaves and flowers to dye, decorate and pattern paper with detailed impressions of plant life.

FA26: 9/28, SA; 1:30 PM-4:30 PM, $75

Broom Making Workshop

CATE O’CONNELL-RICHARDS

Learn the basics of traditional broom making, including full-sized sweepers and small hand whisks in this weekend workshop.

FAT26: 10/26-10/27, SA;SU; 1 PM-4 PM, $125

Shibori Workshop

GERI CUMMINGS

Make wearable art during this one-day workshop, where you will learn the ancient Japanese craft of Shibori. Specifically we will learn the Shibori process known as Arashi or storm.

FAF26: 11/2, SA; 10 AM-4 PM, $100

Ornaments Remix: Clay, Felt, & Copper

RACHAEL SUDLOW, ADELAI SPEARS, JERRY DOWDLE

Work with three different instructors as you learn to make ornaments out of clay, copper, and felt! This class is open to all experience levels. There will be no class on November 29.

FAJ75: 11/15-12/13, FR; 9:30 AM-12 PM, $160

Free! Paint with Egg Tempura

CONNIE EHRLICH

Explore an ancient painting medium. Students will learn to make egg tempera, mix it with powdered pigments, and explore a variety of painting techniques.

FAP26: 11/16, SA; 1 PM-4 PM, FREE, LIMITED SPACE

Ceramic Surface Workshop

DEHMIE DEHMLOW

This week-long workshop will cover how to create a variety of dynamic surface designs using several different processes, including terra sigillata and washes.

FAC51: 12/9-12/13, MO-FR; 5:30 PM-8 PM, $170

Hand-Carved Spoons Workshop: AGES 18+

THOMAS HUANG

Enjoy the serenity of handwork while crafting wooden spoons and cookware with small, basic hand tools. No previous woodworking skills are required.

FAX51: 12/9-12/13, MO-FR; 5:30 PM-8 PM, $170

Custom Aprons Workshop

TWIGGY CERCY

Sew a custom apron (or two!) for yourself or a loved one during this week-long workshop.

FAF51: 12/9-12/13, MO-FR; 5:30 PM-8 PM, $170

CERAMICS

Beginning Handbuilding

VINCENT “SNIPER” FRIMPONG, DEHMIE DEHMLOW

Students will learn basic building techniques through pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction and then transition into more advanced forming and surface decoration techniques.

Vincent: FAC14: 9/12-11/21, TH; 5 PM-7 PM, $280

Dehmie: FAC11: 9/9-11/18, MO; 7 PM-9 PM, $280

Beginning Wheel Throwing

MICHELLE ROGNE, ADELAI SPEARS, SHANTEL WRIGHT-HANCOCK, TWIGGY CERCY

This class is designed for beginning clay students who want to learn basic wheel-throwing skills. Learn wedging, centering, wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing while making functional objects like cylinders, mugs, bowls, and plates.

Michelle: FAC12: 9/10-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $280

Adelai: FAC13: 9/11-11/20, WE; 2 PM-4 PM, $280

Shantel: FAC15: 9/13-11/22, FR; 2 PM-4 PM, $280

Twiggy: FAC16: 9/14-11/23, SA; 11 AM-1 PM, $280

Throw Me Skills

ADELAI SPEARS

Have you taken First Time Potter more than once? Twice? This class is for you! Build on the basics of wheel throwing and learn how to throw larger, taller, and more refined forms.

FAC21: 9/9-11/18, MO; 5 PM-7 PM, $280

Figurative Animal Exploration

VINCENT “SNIPER” FRIMPONG

Use pigmented clay and mixed media to sculpt animals using anatomical and rendering techniques with texture and scale.

FAC31: 9/9-11/18, MO; 10 AM-12 PM, $280

Coil Building Fancy Pots

TWIGGY CERCY

This course will cover coil-building methods for creating vases, jars and functional wares. We will also explore surface decoration using slip, underglaze, and glazing techniques.

FAC26: 9/14-11/23, SA; 1:30 PM-3:30 PM, $280

Ceramics Revolution

HOLLIE RICE

This experimental class explores fresh, new, and alternative approaches to working with clay. All levels are welcome!

FAC24: 9/12-11/21, TH; 7 PM-9 PM, $280

Atmospheric Firing

SHANTEL WRIGHT-HANCOCK, BRIAN HORSCH

Join our annual partnership with KU for wood firing at their kiln facilities. We explore every aspect of the atmospheric firing process, from making clay wares to splitting wood, loading, firing, unloading, and cleaning the kilns. Instructor permission is required.

FAC25: 9/13-11/22, FR; 10 AM-12:30 PM, $325

Serving Pots

KYLA STRID

Let’s have a feast! We’ll discuss designing and making serving dishes for our favorite shareable foods. We’ll use wheel throwing and some handbuilding techniques to create these larger pots. For our last class, we will gather for a potluck to share our culinary and clay creations. Previous clay experience is recommended.

FAC34: 9/12-11/21, TH; 10 AM-12 PM, $280

Ceramics Open Studio

SHANTEL WRIGHT-HANCOCK

To enroll, students must have instructor permission and have taken four clay classes at the Arts Center. Open studio is for advanced students who want to work independently. Participants must provide their own clay, and classes have studio right-of-way.

FAC57: 9/9-12/7, ALL; 9 AM-9 PM, $310

DRAWING & PAINTING

Life Drawing & Anatomy for the Artist: AGES 18+

JEFF RIDGWAY

Students learn to draw human figures by working from live models and using various drawing media. The models will do quick gesture poses at the beginning of each session and then a longer pose for the group. Students must provide their own supplies. Photographic devices are not allowed.

FAD24: 9/12-11/21, TH; 7 PM-9:30 PM, $330

Open Model: AGES 18+

JEFF RIDGWAY

Skilled artists can draw a model each week using their choice of media. This is an advanced class. Students must provide their own art supplies. Photographic devices are not allowed. Students who are also enrolled in Life Drawing will get 50% off tuition on Open Model.

FAD37: 9/8-11/17, SU; 1 PM-3 PM, $280

Beginning Drawing

RACHEL BEER, MATTHEW LORD

This class invites students of all levels to begin learning how to train the eyes and hands together. Observe and translate real objects into a twodimensional drawing, render light and shadow, and delve into basic color theory.

Rachel: FAD11: 9/9-11/11, MO; 7 PM-8:30 PM, $260  Matthew: FAD13: 9/11-11/13, WE; 5:00 PM-6:30 PM, $260

Drawn to Paint

TIM STONE

This course explores how drawing and painting, often perceived as distinct media, are integral to each other. Students of all levels will use traditional drawing tools to explore various ways of planning and developing a painting using acrylic paints. No class on October 11.

FAP25: 9/13-11/22, FR; 1:30 PM-3:30 PM, $270

Intro to Water Media

MATTHEW LORD

This introductory watercolor class invites students from all levels to explore different water-based media and techniques. Discover mark-making, color mixing, and a variety of subjects to render.

FAP23: 9/11-11/13, WE; 7 PM-9 PM, $310

Intro to Acrylic Painting

TIM STONE

Explore the basics of acrylic painting while working towards a finished canvas painting. Students will learn to lay out a composition, mix colors and experiment with paint application.

FAP26: 9/14-11/23, SA; 1 PM-3 PM, $280

From Ideas to Artwork: Keeping & Using a Sketchbook-Journal

LORA JOST

We’ll use a sketchbook or journal to draw, write, collect, and reflect, drawing inspiration from nature, culture, and our inner worlds to make art in any media. All levels are welcome; some walking is required.

FAD12: 9/10-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $330

Drawing Lawrence

KENT SMITH

This adventurous hybrid class will focus on sketching the characters of various Lawrence landmarks. Some weeks, the class will meet at locations around town to sketch in person. In other weeks, the instructor will give demos via Zoom that focus on developing skills in gesture, perspective, value, color and composition.

FAD25: 9/13-11/1, FR; 10 AM-12 PM, $230

Painting Open Studio

TIM STONE

This open studio is for self-directed students and artists of all skill levels working with oil or water-based media who see lively discussion, individual guidance, and an occasional demonstration. Students are responsible for bringing their own supplies. No class on October 11.

FAP15: 9/13-11/8, FR; 10 AM-12:30 PM, $240

DIGITAL ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY

Animation

YEKYOUNG KIM

Learn how to use basic digital animation tools to create moving pictures using a combination of traditional and digital strategies. Develop these animations as short GIFs using any medium, including collages, drawings, photographs, or even stop motion. These traditional animation techniques combined with digital tools will help you make animations with ease!

FAP36: 9/14-11/2, SA; 1 PM-3 PM, $200

FIBER ARTS

Coiled Fiber Forms

LIZ BONNY

Explore the fluidity and functionality of wrapped coiling fiber techniques, creating three-dimensional structures and vessels like ornaments, jewelry, bags, and hats!

FAF14: 9/12-10/3, TH; 6:30 PM-8 PM, $120

Embroidery

GERI CUMMINGS

Learn the art of hand embroidery. Students will learn how to create simple designs, transfer patterns, and begin stitching. This class, which is open to all levels, will cover various stitching techniques. Supplies are included.

FAF24: 10/10-10/31, TH; 6:30 PM-8 PM, $120

Woven Pouch

LIZ BONNY

Students will weave a pouch using fundamental weaving techniques on a small, portable loom. No class on November 28.

FAF34: 11/7-12/5, TH; 6:30 PM-8 PM, $120

Sewing Fundamentals

TWIGGY CERCY

This class introduces the fundamentals of clothing construction, sewing machine operation, alterations and various types of seams and stitches.

FAF17: 9/8-11/17, SU; 1 PM-3 PM, $270

FAF15: 9/13-11/22, FR; 12:30 PM-2:30 PM, $270

Sewing Fundamentals II

TWIGGY CERCY

Building on the skills covered in Sewing Fundamentals, students will learn to read and create their own patterns to make custom-sewn creations.

FAF21: 9/9-11/18, MO; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $270

Darkroom Photography

ANN DEAN

This class provides students with the basic skills to shoot, develop, print, and manipulate 35mm black-and-white images in the darkroom. Chemistry, film, and a limited amount of paper are provided.

FAL13: 9/18-11/6, WE; 6 PM-8 PM, $260 ($260)

JEWELRY, METALS, GLASS

Stained Glass

CAROLYN SEMMEL, DOROTHY HOYT-REED

Explore fundamental stained glass techniques while creating unique pieces in one of the most precious and revered mediums in the decorative arts. No classes on November 1 or 2.

Carolyn: FAJ15: 9/13-11/8, FR; 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, $220

Dorothy: FAJ16: 9/14-11/9, SA; 10 AM-12 PM, $220

Dorothy: FAJ26: 9/14-11/9, SA; 12:30 PM-2:30 PM, $220

Beginning Metalsmithing

LAURA ROLLINS

This course will introduce students to basic metalsmithing skills, such as sawing, filing, soldering, and setting a stone.

FAJ12: 9/10-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $280

Jewelry Design

RACHAEL SUDLOW

Learn how to make rings, earrings, and pendants in silver and copper using a variety of techniques, from soldering to stone setting.

FAJ13: 9/11-11/20, WE; 7 PM-9 PM, $340

Earrings

RACHAEL SUDLOW

Each week, we will create a unique pair of earrings using metal, stones and various alternative materials. Open to all levels.

FAJ23: 9/11-10/2, WE; 5 PM-7 PM, $150

Pendants

RACHAEL SUDLOW

Create a series of necklaces/pendants using metalsmithing tools and techniques. Some experience is helpful.

FAJ43: 10/9-10/30, WE; 5 PM-7 PM, $150

Rings

RACHAEL SUDLOW

We will create a unique ring each week using metal, stones, and various alternative materials. No class on November 27.

FAJ53: 11/6-12/4, WE; 5 PM-7 PM, $150

PRINTMAKING & PAPER ARTS

Relief Printmaking

ANTHONY CORRARO

Students in this class will learn how to create multiple-layer relief prints using a single block for each design. Open to all levels.

FAT15: 9/13-11/22, FR; 10 AM-12 PM, $280

Paper Lithography

ANTHONY CORRARO

Students will learn the basics of gum Arabic transfer (a.k.a. paper lithography) to create photographic images on a variety of materials.

FAT14: 9/12-11/21, TH; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $280

Drawing with Monotype

RACHEL BEER

Students will learn to combine a variety of drawing and printmaking methods to create colorful, multi-layered monotype drawings. No previous print experience is required.

FAT16: 9/14-11/23, SA; 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, $280

Screenprinting

ALICIA KELLY

Learn the basics of the popular printmaking method, silkscreen. Students will study both drawn stencil methods and photographic stencils that can be used to create multiple-layer color editions on paper or fabric.

FAT11: 9/9-11/18, MO; 6 PM-8 PM, $280

Risograph for Beginners

KATHRYN COMBS

Let us introduce you to the basics of using a risograph, from single-color drawings to four-color photographic imagery. No previous experience is necessary.

FAT24: 10/3-11/21, TH; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $220

Alternative Printmaking Methods

KATHRYN COMBS

In this beginner-level class, students will use a variety of scrap and reused materials to create printmaking matrices, such as collagraphs and pressure prints.

FAT23: 9/11-11/20, WE; 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, $280

Letterpress

TIM O’BRIEN

If you like the written word and making images, this class gives you a chance to combine the two. Learn how to design, set, and print type to create stationery, business cards and broadsheets, or your own project. This class will also introduce linoleum carving and pressure printing techniques.

FAT31: 9/9-11/18, MO; 7 PM-9 PM, $280

Printmaking Open Studio

KATHRYN COMBS

Students must have instructor permission and have taken four print classes at the Arts Center in order to enroll. Open studio is for advanced students to work independently. Participants must provide their own inks and paper, and classes have studio right-of-way.

FAT57: 9/9-12/7, ALL; 9 AM-9 PM, $310

WRITING

Revision to Submission: Getting Your Work Ready for Publication

JENEA HAVENER

Do you have a short story or essay you’d like to see published? In this class, we’ll discuss how to edit and revise your work to give it the best chance, followed by the ins and outs of submitting to literary journals.

FAW13: 9/11-10/16, WE; 7 PM-8:30 PM, $130

The Poetry Lab [virtual]

JOHN ELIZABETH STINZI

Poetry is the most alchemical form of writing, and in this generative writing course, we will be experimenting in the poetry laboratory— crushing words in our mortar and pestle and getting inspired by the mercurial fumes.

FAW22: 10/15-11/19, TU; 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, $150

art is for everyone

INDUSTRY OPERATIONS & INFRASTRUCTURE

Recording, Touring, Copyright, Publishing, Merchandising, Subscriptions, Budgets, & more!

ARTISTIC & CREATIVE ENDEAVORS

All genres from classical to punk rock to hip-hop

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Personal assessment/skills inventory, Business planning

Flexible curriculum tailored for students passionate about music production, technology, and entrepreneurship

Diverse range of commercial genres: from singer/songwriter to video game production

Designed as the ideal pathway for aspiring professionals in popular music.

Culminates in a comprehensive portfolio: including original songs, business plans, mixes, and collaborations.

Ideal for double majors in other music and creative fields, business, or professional performance.

SUPPORT THE ARTS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS

Lawrence Arts Center celebrates 50 years in 2024! Since our beginnings in the Carnegie Building, we’ve grown from a modest space to a thriving hub for education, exhibitions, and performances. Kansas ranks 48th in state arts funding, underscoring the vital role of philanthropy in our success. As a member of our community, you’ve witnessed the Arts Center’s impact in Lawrence and beyond. Together, let’s ensure art is accessible to all. Your support is essential as we strive for sustainability and envision the next 50 years. Will you join us in shaping the future of the Arts Center with a gift today?

Sincerely,