Learn How to Paint

Art on 30th 4434 30th Street, San Diego, California, United States

Learning the fundamentals of art is easy and fun—there’s no better way to spend your weekend than at the studio, surrounded by people who have shared love for art!Topics Covered:You’ll walk away with a renewed sense of confidence in your creative and artistic abilities. Plus, you’ll take home a work of art that you can […]

ASAP Choir

Studio Pause 4710 Columbia Pike, Arlington, Virginia, United States

This four-week class will meet on Saturdays: September 14, 21, 28, and October 5. Each session is 3 hours.Join the ASAP choir for a fun and collaborative experience in vocal […]

Free

Sparks Fly! Welding Workshop

Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Spark up your creativity and learn the basics of welding! Explore the malleability of metal and all you can build with it by cutting and forming it into free-form ferrous works of art.All materials will be provided. For safety, participants must have full vision capabilities, gripping strength with both hands, and adequate hand-eye coordination. Please […]

Comedy Bootcamp

San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United States

This six-week class will meet on Saturdays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 19, and 26 (skip October 12). Each session is 3 hours.Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class taught by professional comics. The class ends with a graduation show where you’ll deliver a five-minute comedy set to a public audience. Our […]

Ekphrastic Poetry

Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S Carroll Street, Frederick, Maryland, United States

Ekphrasis is a device whereby poems are inspired by Visual Art: paintings, sculptures, photographs, etc. Poems can be descriptive or take more figurative forms. Join Kari Martindale, who has participated […]

Write that play!

Virtual Program Virtual Program

This six-week class meets on Mondays: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, and 21. Each session is 2.5 hours.Playwriting allows writers to tell stories using a unique medium–live performance. But how to harness the full power of the audience’s imagination? This class reviews the fundamentals of narrative structure, with a focus on the creation […]

Comedy Bootcamp

Virtual Program Virtual Program

This six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22. Each session is 3 hours.Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class taught by professional comics. The class ends with a graduation show where you’ll deliver a five-minute comedy set to a public audience. Our 600+ graduates […]

Acting: Scene Study

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen Street, Hampton, Virginia, United States

This six-week class will meet on Wednesdays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, and 23. Each session is 2 hours. Scene Study is an engaging and intensive class designed to deepen actors understanding of character development, emotional truth, and the art of storytelling through performance.Throughout this course, students will delve into a variety of […]

Storytelling Bootcamp

Virtual Program Virtual Program

This is six-week class will meet on Wednesdays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, and 23. Each session is 3 hours. In this six-week class, you’ll transform your real-life experiences into relatable, compelling stories in a fun, supportive environment. Instructors will use interactive exercises to discover your life’s stories, develop a narrative structure, infuse […]

Operation Improv

Virtual Program Virtual Program

This six-week class meets on Wednesdays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, and 23. Each session is 2 hours.Join us and learn skills that go beyond the stage. If you are looking to become a better listener, improve public speaking skills, build self confidence, explore your creative side, meet new people, start your path […]

Free

Storytelling Crash Course

Indianapolis Vet Center 6330 W 71st Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Storytelling Crash Course is a two-hour introductory workshop into the craft of storytelling for performance. Expert instructors guide you as you reflect on personal experiences, identify stories, and learn about narrative structure. You’ll develop your stories through personal reflection and small group feedback. No experience necessary!About the InstructorSally Perkins is an award-winning storyteller and adjunct […]

Storytelling Bootcamp

Indiana Historical Society 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

This six-week class meets on Saturdays: September 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26, and November 2 (Skip October 12). Each session is 3 hours. In this six-week class, you’ll transform your real-life experiences into relatable, compelling stories in a fun, supportive environment. Instructors will use interactive exercises to discover your life’s stories, develop a narrative […]

Stage Combat Workshop

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen Street, Hampton, Virginia, United States

Introduction to Stage Combat invites participants into the thrilling world of theatrical combat, where safety meets spectacle and choreography blends with storytelling. In this dynamic workshop, students will learn the fundamental techniques of stage combat, including unarmed combat and choreographed fight sequences. Led by experienced fight directors and instructors, participants will explore the principles of […]

Getting It Down: Words on the Page

San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United States

For those who want to write a novel, screenplay, short story—anything at all, the first step is to start writing. This lively and inspiring workshop will show you how to get started. Within the friendly setting of like-experienced writers, you’ll practice the craft of writing through group exercises and spontaneous discussions. You’ll not only learn […]

Creative Puppet Making with Everyday Objects (family workshop)

Wells Theater 108 E. Tazewell St, Norfolk, Virginia, United States

This workshop is for children ages 5-12. All participants must be accompanied by a parent. Unleash your creativity and dive into the magical world of puppetry with our "Creative Puppet Making with Everyday Objects" class! Children and guardians will discover how to turn everyday household items into delightful creatures. From socks and spoons to paper […]

ASAP Choir

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen Street, Hampton, Virginia, United States

This four-week class will meet on Tuesdays: October 1, 8, 15, and 22. Each session is 2 hours. Join the ASAP choir for a fun and collaborative experience in vocal music! Singers of all levels come together to explore a wide range of music genres. With the help of a skilled choir director, you'll improve […]

Free

Digital Handlettering

Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Step into the world of handlettering on the iPad! Learn all about typography, various digital handlettering techniques, and the basics of using Procreate. This class will provide you the perfect opportunity to unleash your imagination and turn your words and phrases into unique digital artistry.About the InstructorAlexis Morin is a graphic designer, illustrator, and letterer.This […]

Flash Fiction: The Art of Abbreviation

San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United States

This form of short fiction is called by many names: sudden, short-short, instant, fast, micro, and postcard, to name just a few. But there's more to the form than word count and in this workshop we'll explore what’s required besides brevity. Participants will learn techniques for creating “fast and furious” fictions (50 words to 1500 […]

Shakespearean Acting

Shakespeare Theatre, Rehearsal Studios 516 8th Street SE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

This seven-week class meets on Wednesdays: October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, and 20. Each session is 2 hours.Ready to take your first steps of Shakespeare? Through a combination […]

Watercolor Mandala

Indianapolis Vet Center 6330 W 71st Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

In this workshop, students will be introduced to basic watercolor painting techniques and have the chance to experiment with these skills. Each student will create their own unique mandala — a piece of art comprised of geometric shapes and patterns — and fill in their line art with watercolor. This class is sure to be […]

Glassblown Flowers

Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Try your hand at glassblowing and make a color-infused, solid glass flower! This introductory glass class will teach you the basics of working creatively in the hot shop.All materials will be provided. For safety, participants must have a minimum height of 56 inches to be able to look into the furnace, full vision capabilities, gripping […]

Acrylic Painting

Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

This seven-week class will meet on Tuesdays: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, and 26. Each session is 3 hours. Expand your acrylic painting skills or get started on your painting journey! This class is designed for all skill levels. Create vibrant and expressive paintings as you learn to mix colors, create confident […]

Storytelling Crash Course

The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center 8270 Alumni Drive, College Park, Maryland, United States

Storytelling Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the craft of storytelling for performance. Expert instructors guide you as you reflect on personal experiences, identify stories, and learn about […]

Pottery Wheel Ceramics

Fishers Art Center 1 Municipal Way, Fishers, Indiana, United States

This seven-week class will meet on Wednesdays: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, and 27. Each session is 3 hours.Looking to get comfortable behind a potter's wheel or continue to build your wheel throwing skills? This class will show you the ropes! Learn the basics of this classic pottery practice while designing your […]