This four-week class will meet on Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, and 27. What happens when one of the oldest love stories ever told is rewritten from a new perspective? Join us for a four-part online Play Reading Club as we explore Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl, a lyrical and imaginative retelling of the Greek myth […]
This five-week online class will meet on Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27, and November 3. Nowadays, most people carry a camera in their pocket. Learn how to take better photos using the cell phone you already own in this class focused on photographic composition and visual storytelling. Through guided lessons and practical assignments, you’ll discover […]
This six-week class will meet on Wednesdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, and 11 with a graduation show on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:30 PM. Whether you're an experienced actor or are stepping onto the stage for the first time, this six-week course invites you to explore what makes a performance feel honest, […]
This two-week class meets on Saturdays, October 10 and 17. Join Ukulady Lisa's two-part group ukulele class and learn common chords from today’s popular songs. No experience needed. We will ship a free ukulele to you! About the Instructor Lisa Mannion, or Ukulady Lisa, is an Army veteran and Chicago songwriter dedicated to healing through […]
This six-week class meets on Sundays, October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, and 14. Explore character motivation through a powerful framework rooted in personal experience and objective-driven performance. Led by SAG-AFTRA actor David Mac, participants will learn how to identify what a character wants, choose strong actions to pursue it, and ground their choices […]
This eight-week class will meet on Sundays: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 22, and December 6 (Skipping November 29), with a graduation performance on December 11. Ready to think faster, laugh harder, and surprise yourself? This class introduces you to fundamentals for creating effective improv scene work through team-building, trust, speed, status, […]
This six-week class will meet on Wednesdays: October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, and 18. Unleash your inner-SNL writer in our beginner's guide to sketch comedy, where you'll learn how to turn a funny idea into a fully realized sketch. Through writing exercises, read-throughs, and group feedback sessions, you'll learn how sketch comedy works […]
Led by TV writer and Army veteran Jon-Alexander Genson (CBS and Dick Wolf's CIA and FBI: MOST WANTED), come explore how to develop a television pilot—how pilots are structured and shaped around compelling characters with clear goals, conflict, and, at their core, a simple emotional story. We will examine the basic components of a television […]
Ever wanted to DJ? Step into an Interactive DJ Lab and spin your favorite tracks while learning the art of DJing from a seasoned instructor with 25 years on iHeartRadio’s 103 Jamz and over 35 years as a professional DJ. Have fun, get hands‑on, and explore the real mechanics behind the music. Join us at […]
This seven-week class meets on Tuesdays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, and December 1. Discover the creative possibilities of digital painting in Procreate. Through demonstrations and hands-on projects, you’ll learn how to use the app's features such as digital brushes, layers, masking, and other essential tools while developing your own artistic style. […]
You must have completed a six-week ASAP class in Stand-Up, Improv, or Sketch Comedy to apply for this 3-week class that meets on Wednesdays, October 21, 28, and November 4. In this class, Rich will share insights and writing techniques from his 20+ years in late night TV (SNL, MADtv, Key & Peele, The Tonight […]
Slow down, breathe deep, and join us for a soothing workshop focused on the calming art of candle making. In this session, we’ll work with pure, natural beeswax to create beautiful candles that bring a warm, gentle glow to your home. The Experience:This isn’t just a craft class—it’s a moment of mindfulness. We’ll focus on […]
“Martha Bolton finds the fun in the familiar, the mirth in the mundane, the belly laughs in the bellyaches of everyday living.” ~ Bob Hope For 15 years, Martha Bolton worked with Bob Hope as his first full-time female staff writer — crafting jokes for over 40 hours of primetime TV specials and shaping routines […]
This workshop is for graduates of a Level 1 Improv class. If character work is the last thing you think of when you enter a scene, this workshop is for you. From movement to motivation, there are so many ways to explore character. Through games and scenework, participants will practice exploring the layers of a […]
This two-week class meets on Mondays, November 2 and 9. Join Ukulady Lisa's two-part group ukulele class and learn common chords from today’s popular songs. No experience needed. We will ship a free ukulele to you! About the Instructor Lisa Mannion, or Ukulady Lisa, is an Army veteran and Chicago songwriter dedicated to healing through […]
This 3-week class meets on Saturdays, November 7, 14, and 21 This relaxed and friendly class is designed specifically for beginners who want to explore their singing voice for the first time. Over three weekly two-hour sessions, you will learn the essential basics of singing in a comfortable, low-pressure environment. We start with the fundamentals […]
Try your hand at glassblowing in this fun and festive workshop. Learn the basics of working in a hot shop while you create your own one-of-a-kind glass pumpkin. Celebrate the season with a handmade keepsake that lasts long after the leaves have fallen. No experience needed! Finished artwork will be available for pickup at a […]