Summer Fun in the Arts 2023

2023 JUNE 26–AUGUST 18

CERAMICS | DANCE | MUSIC THEATER | VISUAL ARTS | FILM Need Based Scholarships available Early Bird Registration: Take $20 off each class if you register before Feb. 12, 2023

HOPKINTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 98 HAYDEN ROWE STREET (RT. 85) HOPKINTON, MA 01748

ACCESSIBLE FACILIT Y

MORNING ART EXPLORERS

LITTLE EXPLORERS (Rising grades K-2)

Our morning program is perfect for your creative child!

Students will create unique pieces of art that will involve the use of clay, paint and other fun materials, as well as have a chance to explore, develop and build on their innate musical abilities. There will be story-time, imaginative play, Echo songs, Circle Games, Song Tales, classical music, and so much more. Perfect for any child that loves to paint, draw, sing, dance, and move their bodies!

Age 5 as of September 1, 2023 Cost: $250 a week per half day program Member Price: $237.50

Little Explorers are one-week half day programs designed to make participants in the first half of elementary school feel right at home. Arts activities are based on a new creative theme each week allowing for lots of exploration and imaginative play. Programming includes a combination of visual arts and music, drama and movement, along with games and story time.

Students will make-up two different age groups: Ages 4–5 and 6–7. Each group will split their time between the Art Adventures and Music for Kids programs.

Parents have the option to sign their child up for visual arts and music combination or dance in the mornings, while the afternoon’s explore drama, singing and movement in our Musical Theater Fun program. Both morning and afternoon sessions have the same weekly theme, but do not repeat content and include story time, imaginative play, crafts and games. Lunchtime supervision is provided for all participants at our 98 Hayden Rowe Street location at no additional charge, between 11:15–12:15. All children must bring their own lunch and snacks. No peanut products. No food is provided by the HCA.

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

Stories are all around us! Using fairy tales as a starting point, students will create visual art, flex their performing muscles with character creation, and experience the magic of stories by becoming the storytellers themselves through art, music, drama, and dance!

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Sessions are available 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Certain weeks an afternoon option is available from 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. All programs except our Dance programs take place at our 98 Hayden Rowe main campus. All dance programs take place at our 22 South Street Dance Studio.

Week 2: July 5–July 7, 2023: Artful Scientists This week, we will look at the intersection of art and science!

We will experiment and create with art materials. Students will learn science topics through hands-on activities that culminate in the creation of art and performance. (price is prorated)

Morning Programs Drop-off between 8:30–9 a.m.; Lunch/recess: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Pick-up between 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Afternoon Programs Drop-off between 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Pick-up between 3 to 3:30 p.m. All students must be picked up by 3:30 p.m. There is a charge for late pick-ups of $10 for every 15 minutes.

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic This week, our imaginations are running wild! We will travel to the world of make believe. Students will make characters come to life by acting out stories and creating art with no boundaries inspired by magical realms and mystical adventures.

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly? In this program, we will explore all things that fly. Students will create their own flying artwork while exploring sound and movement.

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Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World This week, students will go on a journey around the world as we explore art, traditions, and stories from outside the United States. We will create artwork from a variety of countries and hone our storytelling skills with acting activities.

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Little Builders Students will develop their creative and engineering skills as they design buildings and solve problems. We will draw, construct towers, and explore 3D! We will even explore team play, and learn how to build stories through acting activities!

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound This week, we are going to explore the many ways that art and sound interact. We will be inspired by objects that make sound and create works of art that are influenced by the sounds we hear and how they make us feel.

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration This week, we will pique kids’ curiosity and wonder about our world through deep ocean exploration. Students will learn through hands-on activities that culminate in the creation of art and performance.

Registration Link Ages 4–6 Registration Link Ages 6–7

AFTERNOON MUSICAL THEATER FUN Age 5 as of September 1, 2023 Price: $250 | Member Price: $237.50

This afternoon program is perfect for budding performers who love to act out stories and sing songs! Each week’s Musical Theater Fun will feature a different children’s story or movie that the kids will act out for family and friends at the end of the week. Each story will involve 2 songs (or more) with simple choreography. Plenty of time is built in for games and crafts.

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

The Little Mermaid: Students will travel to a world deep beneath the sea where there lived a little mermaid named Ariel. She loved exploring her underwater home with her friend flounder but dreamed of living on land as a human.

Registration Link Ages 4–7

Week 2: July 5–7, 2023: Artful Scientists (price is prorated) The Lorax: Students will “meet” the Lorax who speaks for the trees and confronts the Once-ler, a business magnate who causes environmental destruction. This story encourages personal care and involvement in making the situations better.

Registration Link Ages 4–7

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Frozen: When their kingdom becomes trapped in perpetual winter, fearless Anna joins forces with mountaineer Kristoff and his reindeer sidekick to break Elsa’s icy spell.

Registration Link Ages 4–7

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies Tinkerbell: Students will explore the world of dreams with a powerful flying fairy, Tinker Bell! Tinker Bell always has her friends’ backs—even if it means keeping a secret about a massive and mysterious creature.

Registration Link Ages 4–7

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World Abominable: Students will embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family at the highest point on Earth along with her mischievous friends Jin and Peng.

Registration Link Ages 4–7

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Little Builders Encanto: This week students will meet an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto.

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Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Cartooning & Comics Designed for the artist who wants to tell a story with text and images, this popular program invites students to explore cartoons, comic books, and graphic novels. Students will try their hand at single panel cartoons, short comics, and caricatures, as well as writing stories to go along with their drawings.

ArtsFocus (Rising 3rd–6th grades, with some

options for rising 2nd graders)

Registration Link Ages 8–11

ArtsFocus programs enable students to focus on their selected art forms. Instructors promote exploration of materials and discovery of the creative voice. All students must bring their own lunch and snacks. No peanut products. No food is provided.

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies | Contemporary Art

Drop-off between 8:30 to 9 a.m.; lunch: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Pick-up between 3 to 3:30 p.m. All students must be picked up by 3:30 p.m., unless students are enrolled in our 2-hour music program from 3 to 5 p.m. There is a charge for late pick-ups of $10 for every 15 minutes.

In this program, we’ll learn about modern perspectives on artistic creation! We will create original works both individually and collaboratively, inspired by the artists who have shaped contemporary art. For rising grades 3-6.

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World Mixed Media Explorations

FINE ARTS ACADEMY Minimum Age 8 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

In this program, we’ll try out lots of techniques such as acrylic painting, collaging, drawing, and layering. We’ll work with painting tools and everyday objects to learn how we can make art out of anything! For rising grades 3-6.

This program is based on one of the HCA’s most popular programs because it covers a little bit of everything relating to art making. Drawing, Watercolors, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, and pen and ink. Every morning students will focus on drawing foundations and observational drawing and learn new techniques.

Students will study proportion and composition to draw a variety of people, objects, and landscapes. Students will complete the fun with gestural drawing exercises, as well as longer durational studies. The afternoons focus on that week’s theme where students will learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists and their chosen mediums.

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

Fabric & Fiber Arts (grades 2-6 | age 7–11)

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound Sculpture

There are so many possibilities for art made with fabric and fiber!

Students will learn a variety of styles that may include stitching, dyeing, weaving, fabric collage, and clothing modification.

Machine sewing will NOT be taught in this program.

Let’s take our imagination off the page and into the 3rdDimension. In this class, students will explore all things sculpture!

Through the use of a variety of materials and techniques students will be able to explore artistic freedoms while creating unique pieces of sculptural art. For rising grades 3-6.

Registration Link Ages 7–11

Registration Link Ages 7–11

This week we will learn about various printmaking techniques to create our own unique prints! Along the way, we will learn about patterning, what it is and how it is used in art. Mono-types and relief printing will be explored. For rising grades 3-6.

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 2: July 5–7, 2023: Artful Scientists (price is prorated) Color Blast (grades 2-6 | age 7–11) This week, we will go on a journey to explore the magic of color!

Students will explore color creation and experimentation with painting and art-making. We will look at the science of color and explore how color is used in visual art.

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Builders Patterns and Prints

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration Abstract Painting Color. Shape. Line. Expression. This class teaches young artists the basics of abstraction. Over the course of the week, we’ll learn about the elements and principles of design and how to use them effectively in painting. For rising grades 3-6.

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THEATER: SHOW IN A WEEK

CERAMICS (Rising grades 3-6 | age 8–11)

Minimum Age 8 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

Hand-building & Clay Sculpture Minimum Age 8 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 3 to 6 p.m.

Price: $350 | Member Price: $332.50

A performance at the end of the week! We’ll explore theater through games, creative movement, and improv while using our imaginations to bring the characters from that week’s chosen play to life. Students will gain basic acting skills individually and in a group setting, while learning what it takes to stage and perform a short play for family and friends to attend at the end of the week. Creativity abounds in this fun workshop that will involve one group musical number.

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023 Fairy Tales! | Brother’s Grimm Spectacuthon Registration Link Ages 8–11

This workshop will focus on hand-building and sculpture techniques, giving students the skills to create both functional and decorative pieces. Students will learn a variety of ways to build structurally sound vessels and small to medium-sized sculptures. A new theme is presented each week to inspire the students in their creations. Students will be able to paint their projects, but will have to wait until they are glazed and fired in the HCA kiln to pick up their projects. Note: In this workshop no wheel throwing will be taught.

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023 Registration Link

Week 2: July 5–7, 2023 (grades 2-6 | age 7–11) (price is prorated) Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023 Registration Link Artful Scientists | Dr. Evil and the Basket of Kitties Registration Link Ages 7–11

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023 The World of Magic | Villain School Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023 If It Flies | Leonardo and His Flying Machine Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023 Around the World | Deer Mouse vs The World Registration Link Ages 8–11

MOVIE MAKING (Rising grades 4–8 | age 9–13)

Moving Making Madness Minimum Age 9 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

In this introduction to movie making, get ready for a fun 5-day workshop of making movie trailers and sketches. For beginner and intermediate-level movie makers and actors, this workshop will focus on what goes into making a movie while getting hands-on experience being both in front of and behind the cameras.

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Registration Link

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023 Builders | The Tallest Tale Ever Told

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound | Improv Week!

Registration Link Ages 8–11

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023 Water Exploration | 12 Angry Villains Registration Link Ages 8–11

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Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Builders Registration Link

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound Registration Link

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration Registration Link

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Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound A Field Trip to the Orchestra

SUMMER MUSIC (Rising grades 2–6 | ages 7–11 )

Learn about the four different instrument families and relax with instrument coloring sheets. Listen to your favorite Disney songs being played by the world’s most famous orchestras!

Minimum Age 7 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 3 to 5 p.m.

Price: $180 | Member Price: $171

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In these week-long 2-hour workshops, students will go on a journey to learn about music, instruments and some of the greatest musicians.

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration | Exploring Water Instruments Learn how to make music with water. This week will be about really fun and easy ways to explore the science of sound!

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

Travel through fairyland and fantasy with group recorder.

This workshop is great for beginners as well as intermediate students!

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ARTIST WORKSHOPS

Week 2: July 5–July 7, 2023: Artful Scientists Mad Scientists and Boomwhacker Bonanza

In all workshops, instructors focus on skill development and discovery of creative voice, and an encouraging environment for constructive feedback and exploring the creative process.

(Rising 7–10th grade)

Learn about the science of sound and see it in action for yourself! (price is prorated)

These workshops are a great opportunity to explore your artistic talents, build your portfolio, or just learn a new skill you’ve been curious about trying! All students must bring their own lunch and snacks. No peanut products. No food is provided.

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Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Rhymes! Field trip to Funky Town

Drop-off between 8:30 to 9; lunch/break: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15p.m. ; Pick-up between 3 to 3:30 p.m. All students must be picked up by 3:30 p.m., unless students are enrolled in our music program from 3 to 5 p.m. There is a charge for late pickups of $10 for every 15 minutes.

Learn about rock and funk music and take a turn playing the guitar and bass guitar. Write your own funky song.

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Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies A Field Trip to Outer Space

The students in the Artist Workshops are permitted to sign themselves in during the morning and out at the end of each day. Students are not permitted to sign themselves out outside of drop-off and pick-up time. Their guardian must fill out the permission form available in June.

Play along to Star Wars music with BoomWhackers. Learn about famous composers like John Williams and the science of sound and see it in action for yourself!

FINE ARTS ACADEMY

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Minimum Age 12 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World A Field Trip to Hawaii Learn about the ukulele and where it came from. Listen to traditional Hawaiian music and learn a dance and take a turn playing the ukulele!

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Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Builders Let’s Build a Chorus Learn how to sing using solfege (do re mi). Sing along to your favorite songs in rounds and learn about famous singing composers like Lin Manuel Miranda!

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This program is based on one of the HCA’s most popular programs because it covers a little bit of everything relating to art making. Drawing, Watercolors, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, and pen and ink. Every morning students will focus on drawing foundations and observational drawing and learn new techniques. Students will study proportion and composition to draw a variety of people, objects, and landscapes. Students will complete the fun with gestural drawing exercises, as well as longer durational studies. The afternoons focus on that week’s theme where students will learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists and their chosen mediums.

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

Fashion Up-Cycling

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Builders Abstract Painting

Students will create new and exciting clothing and fashion accessories while exploring sustainability by re-purposing, deconstructing and combining old clothes into runway- ready garments. Basic machine sewing will be taught, however, students are encouraged to think outside of the box in their construction methods. All skill levels are welcome.

Color. Shape. Line. Expression. This class teaches young artists the basics of abstraction. Over the course of the week, we’ll learn about the elements and principles of design and how to use them effectively in painting. All skill levels are welcome.

Registration Link

Registration Link

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023: Inspired By Sound Paper & Cardboard Sculpture

Week 2: July 5–July, 7 2023: Artful Scientists Watercolor with Pen and Ink Techniques

In this program, students will learn about symmetry and movement while developing technical skills and craftsmanship in paper sculpture. 3D art will be explored with projects like Papier Mache, origami, and sculptures with unconventional materials. All skill levels are welcome.

In this workshop, students will learn watercolor techniques to create both realistic and abstract works. We’ll discuss color, water, and how it dries, absorbs, and mixes on paper to create beautiful artistic effects. All skill levels are welcome. (Price is prorated).

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Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration | Patterns and Prints

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Graphic Novels & Zines & Original Characters

This week we will learn about various printmaking techniques to create our own unique prints! Along the way, we will learn about patterning, what it is and how it is used in art.

Monotypes and relief printing will be explored. All skill levels are welcome.

Graphic novels are a rapidly growing art form that has been popularized by works such as Art Spiegelman’s Maus, Kate Beaton’s Hark! A Vagrant, and Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home.

In this workshop, students will learn to create cohesive comics narratives, both short-form and graphic novel length, while emphasizing clarity and experimentation. A variety of materials will be used while learning about page composition, character design, story structure, and drawing techniques. All skill levels are welcome.

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THEATER: SHOW IN A WEEK

Minimum Age 12 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

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A play presented at the end of the week! Students will learn, stage, and perform a short play for friends to attend at the end of the week. Creativity abounds in this fun workshop that will include improv and acting games. Each play will involve one group musical number.

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies Contemporary Art In this program, we’ll learn about modern perspectives on artistic creation! We will create original works both individually and collaboratively, inspired by the artists who have shaped contemporary art. All skill levels are welcome.

Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: Fairy Tales!

In the Forests of the Night

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Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World Acrylic & Mixed Media Painting

(price is prorated)

Week 2: July 5–July, 7 2023: Artful Scientists The Southridge High School Forensics Team Presents Assorted Tales of Robin Hood

This workshop is for students who want to break out of the box of traditional drawing and painting. Students will work with acrylic paint, pastels, graphite, and paper products to create multi-dimensional pieces. Along with basic painting and drawing tools, students will incorporate recycled materials into their work to create texture and depth. This workshop is great for those looking to build their portfolio as well as those who just want to experiment with new materials.

All skill levels are welcome.

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Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic I Hate Shakespeare Registration Link

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration | HMS Barnacle Registration Link

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MUSIC: ROCK BAND (Rising grades 7–12 | ages 12–17)

Minimum Age 12 as of September 1, 2023 Dates: July 11–August 29, 2023 (8 weeks) Days: Tuesdays | Times: 3 to 5 p.m.

Price: $320 | Member Price: $304

MOVING MAKING (Rising grades 4–8 | age 9–13) Minimum Age 9 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Price: $500 | Member Price: $475

In this introduction to movie making, get ready for a fun 5-day workshop of making movie trailers and sketches. For beginner and intermediate-level movie makers and actors, this workshop will focus on what goes into making a movie while getting hands-on experience being both in front of and behind the cameras.

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: The World of Magic Registration Link

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023: If It Flies Registration Link

Do you have a rock star teen at home who needs a musical outlet? Perhaps a young musician looking for more chances to perform? Want some help to improve listening and playing skills? Then join this weekly summer afternoon program! HCA music teacher and professional musician Robb Millet will help you take your music out of the garage/basement and onto the stage.

This program will culminate with a live rock band concert with professional lighting and sound. This program is the perfect chance to play your favorite tunes with help from the pros!

Registration Link

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023: Around the World Registration Link

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Builders Registration Link

Week 7: August 7–11: Inspired By Sound Registration Link

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023: Underwater Exploration Registration Link

CERAMICS INTENSIVE

(Rising grades 7–12 | age 12–17) Minimum Age 12 as of September 1, 2023 Time: 1:00-4:00 PM | Price: $350 | Member: $332.50 In this workshop, students will explore the fundamentals of creating functional pottery forms. They’ll focus on wheel throwing and learn about working in a ceramics studio environment. A new theme is presented each week to inspire the students in their creations.

Includes all materials, firing and glazing. Students will be able to paint their projects, but will have to wait until they are glazed and fired in the HCA kiln to pick up their projects. Come and learn the basics of making pottery on the potter’s wheel! For beginners and intermediate ceramics students.

Week 3: July 10–14, 2023 Registration Link

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023 Registration Link

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023 Registration Link

Week 8: August 14–18, 2023

SUMMER STOCK

(Rising grades 4–8th | ages 9 to 14) Dates: June 26–July 26, 2023 Days: Mon, Tues, Wed. | Times: 3 to 6 p.m.

Price: $450 | Member Price: $427.50 Enter Stage Left Theater is excited to announce its junior stock musical production: Finding Nemo Jr. Explore the big blue world with this lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film! Directed by Alyssa Rae Surrette.

All students who register will be cast in the show. Auditions will take place at the first rehearsal. Production fee includes a souvenir show T-shirt and link to view the production via a secure website. Two public performances: Friday, July 28 & Saturday, July 29.

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(Location: HCA Dance Studio at 22 South Street)

DANCE ADVENTURE (Ages 8–10)

Summer Dance Program

Day: Monday–Friday | 22 South Street Price: $250 | Member Price: $237.50

SATURDAY MORNING DANCE (Ages 4–5)

Each exciting and fun-filled day for all kids is carefully designed to develop a strong technical foundation while encouraging creativity through the exploration of a theme using dance (ballet, jazz and hip hop focus), crafts, props, and music. The theme for each week-long program is based upon one of the classic story ballet. The daily schedule consists of a ballet class, music, jazz and hip hop foundation, snack, story and acting, an activity related to the story, and a movement game or improvisation activities. Students may enroll in one or more weeks. Please bring your own packed snack. The week culminates with a demonstration for families.

Dates: July 8–August 12, 2023 (6 weeks) Time: 9 to 9:45 a.m. | 22 South Street Price: $120 | Member Price: $114

Time to get up and dance! Through storytelling, props, music, and play, young dancers of all genders are introduced to age appropriate dance movement and our experienced HCA faculty work to ensure this joy and appreciation of dance will remain with the students for a lifetime. Rhythm, coordination, and listening skills are developed in a playful, warm, and nurturing atmosphere.

Dress Code: Click Here For Details

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Week 3: July 10–14, 2023: Midsummer Night’s Dream Time: 9 a.m. to 12 Noon

Registration Link Ages 4–5

DANCE ADVENTURE (Ages 5–7)

Registration Link Ages 8–10

Day: Monday-Friday Time: 9 a.m. to 12 Noon | 22 South Street Price: $250 | Member Price: $237.50

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023: Swan Lake | Time: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Registration Link Ages 8–10

This half day program is perfect for all kids who love dance and music! Each day is designed to encourage creativity through the exploration of a theme using dance (ballet, jazz and hip hop focus), crafts, props, and music. The theme for the week-long program is based upon the classic story ballet.

The daily schedule consists of a ballet class, music, jazz and hip hop foundation, snack, story and acting, an activity related to the story, and a movement game or improvisation activities.

No prior formal training required. Students may enroll in one or more weeks. Please bring your own packed snack. The week culminates with a demonstration for families.

DANCE WORKSHOP (Ages 11–15)

Day: Monday–Friday Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | 22 South Street Price: $300 | Member Price: $285 Students will spend their days immersed in dance while they improve their technique, explore artistry and expression, learn repertoire, and experiment with student choreography.

Daily classes include ballet and pointe/pre pointe, jazz, contemporary, acting and pantomime, historical dance, hip hop, choreography and more. Come explore dance in a fun and welcoming environment.

Dress Code: Click Here For Details Please bring your own packed snack. The week culminates with a demonstration for families. This program is most suited for dancers with some formal training. Please contact jessica@ hopartscenter.org with any questions about the program.

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Week 1: June 26–June 30, 2023: The Steadfast Tin Soldier Registration Link Ages 5–7

Week 7: August 7–11, 2023 Sleeping Beauty and the Prince

Week 4: July 17–21, 2023

Registration Link Ages 5–7

Registration Link Ages 11–15

Week 5: July 24–28, 2023 Registration Link Ages 11–15

Week 6: July 31–August 4, 2023 Registration Link Ages 11–15 Page 9

Guidelines For Parents Prior to arriving at the HCA Parents are strongly urged to not bring their child to the HCA if they are exhibiting any signs of illness.

For full day programs, parent should send with their child the following: lunch, 2-snacks, water in a refillable water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray.

DO NOT BRING: Do not pack toys/balls or anything that could be shared with other students.

Food & Beverage Guidelines All staff/students must provide for their own meals/ snacks/beverages. There is no access to refrigeration, and the HCA does not provide food.

At no time will peanut products be allowed at the HCA. The HCA will alert instructors and assistants of other potential food allergies communicated by parents.

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Health safety is a priority at HCA. The HCA follows CDC and Massachusetts/Hopkinton Board of Health COVID-19 guidelines. Feel free to call Sandee Buckley, HCA Director of Operations, with any concerns. (508) 435–9222.

HCA Registration Policies 2023 Summer REFUND POLICY

If you wish to cancel a registration: 1. Refunds of program fees will be offered in full if requested two (2) weeks prior to their start date.

Please make the request in writing by emailing info@hopartscenter.org. Families are asked to consider donating a portion of their fees to the HCA to help with the ongoing activities and operational support.

2. If a cancellation is made less than two (2) weeks prior to the start of the session, the tuition fee is non-refundable except in the case of documented illness.

Due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 crisis has placed on our programming schedule, please note the following: If the HCA cancels your class session (due to recommendations by the CDC and local health authorities): 1. Families can elect to transfer the session to an available online program.

2. Families can take a credit for the tuition to be applied to an HCA program for up to two years.

3. Families can choose to donate all or a portion of their program fees to the HCA. The HCA is a 501c (3) organization. Donations are a vital part of supporting our operations and programs.

4. Families may request a full refund.

5. Any combination of the above options.

Waivers

I understand there is a certain amount of reasonable risk of minor injury associated with this program and do not hold the Hopkinton Center of the Arts, Enter Stage Left Theater, or the Town of Hopkinton responsible for any such injuries.

I give permission for my or my child’s image in videotapes, photographs and/or motion picture films in which she/he appears, and audio recordings made of him/her may be used by the Hopkinton Center for the Arts and Enter Stage Left Theater for publicity purposes. You may request for your images not to be used by submitting a formal request to info@hopartscenter.org.

HCA Financial Aid

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts believes the arts are for everyone and thanks to the generosity of the Sandra Delbridge Scholarship Fund and individual donations to our scholarship fund we are able to assist children, teens, and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford classes. Needbased scholarships are available for HCA classes to residents of Hopkinton and surrounding MetroWest communities. Assistance is awarded on the basis of demonstrated need, motivation, and potential benefit to the student. Please visit our website www.

HopArtsCenter.org and fill out our online scholarship form.

CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 508.435.9222 EMAIL: info@hopartscenter.org www.HopArtsCenter.org HCA LOCATION 98 Hayden Rowe St. (Rt. 85) Hopkinton, MA 01748

ACCESSIBLE FACILIT Y

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