HCA Winter 2025 Program Catalog

WINTER 2025 CLASS CATALOG

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

CERAMICS | DANCE | MUSIC THEATER | VISUAL ARTS | FILM Need Based Scholarships available

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e believe the Arts are for individuals of all ages, cultures, and artistic abilities. We develop artistic skills, offer outstanding performances and art exhibitions, and enable visitors to experience art in all forms.

The HCA offers over 200 classes for youth, teens, and adults in the visual and performing arts. Every year over 2,000 students enjoy classes in fine art, dance, music, theater, film-making, photography, acting, and ceramics. In addition, students can take private music and art lessons with qualified instructors.

Among our innovative current programs: • Pay-What-You-Can Summer Music Series in our beautiful amphitheater, which is adjacent to three lovely areas of respite: our Shakespeare, Fairy and Healing Gardens • Linkage with public school students and teachers, who use HCA as an educational resource in the arts and in leadership training activities

LOCATION / CONTACT INFORMATION HOPKINTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 98 Hayden Rowe Street (RT. 85) Hopkinton, MA 01748 HCA DANCE & CERAMIC STUDIOS Suites 302 & 304 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA www.HopArtsCenter.org

The Lotvin Family Gallery showcases a variety of exhibits, including juried exhibits, the HCA Members show, featured solo artist exhibits, and educational and community projects. Juried exhibits are curated by guest jurors who select pieces from submissions received during our open calls for art. The Delbridge Family Performance Center is home to a variety of music, dance and theatrical performances throughout the year.

Enter Stage Left Theater (ESL) is the resident theater of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, producing up to 10 productions every year. Each season brings a wide-array of theater options to audiences looking for a great affordable theater experience.

We are visited by more than 15,000 patrons a year from over 340 cities and towns in the US and Canada. Created in 2011, HCA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts center, fosters and celebrates the creative spirit in everyone.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION HCA members get a full range of benefits throughout the year. Your membership also helps HCA change the lives of artists and art-lovers through its nurturing faculty, state-of-the-art facility, and needbased scholarship program.

INSIDER PLUS LEVEL and above receives 5% off all classes. Learn more by visiting our website: www.HopArtsCenter.org OUR PARTNERS and MEMBERS OF

REGISTRATION SUPPORT Email: info@hopartscenter.org Phone: (508) 435-9222 In-Person: Visit the HCA during business hours (Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

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ACCESSIBLE FA C I L I T Y

ABOUT THE HCA

SCHOLARSHIPS + FINANCIAL AID

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

Please visit our website www.HopArtsCenter.org and fill out our online scholarship form.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS? Registration is available 24/7 online at www.HopArtsCenter.org If you need assistance with registering for a class please email info@hopartscenter.org or call (508) 435-9222 Monday–Friday during business hours.

Wait Lists The HCA does keep wait lists for classes that are full.

The lists are on a first come first serve basis. Once your name is added to a list you will be contacted if a spot becomes available.

Payment Plans Payment is required in full at time of registration. No payment plans or deposits are accepted to hold your position in a class. Jr. Ensemble and Dance Ensemble are the only programs that require a deposit and provides a payment plan for its 34-week session.

Discounts INSIDER PLUS LEVEL membership and above receives 5% off all classes. Learn more by visiting our website at www.HopArtsCenter.org

Calling All Volunteers!

The HCA is looking for volunteers (individuals or groups) to support our operational needs in different areas and positions. This is a great opportunity for adults or students looking to fulfill community service hours.

Click the link below to submit interest .

Yes! I want to Volunteer

On our cover: instructor and student Beth Gismondi

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CERAMICS

Here at the HCA, ceramic students have the opportunity to get their hands dirty while exploring the sculptural aspects of the medium and creating everyday useful objects, such as mugs, bowls, serving dishes, containers and other vessels.

Directed by Hana Reilly, the ceramics studio welcomes students of all backgrounds and abilities. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive community where individuality and life-long friendships thrive.

We have two ceramics studios, both with ample space and equipment for students to explore their own visions while being inspired by both their instructors and fellow students.

The studios are equipped with 19 wheels, seven large hand building tables between the two studios, a slab roller, an extruder, three kilns, 16 glazes, slips, under-glazes, oxides and a plethora of hand-building and surface design tools.

Whether you want to try out your hand at a one-time workshop, register for a series class, or have the experience to dive into our newly added Studio Share program, we have something for everyone.

Hana Reilly Director of Ceramics hana@hopartscenter.org HCA Ceramics Studio 34 Hayden Road, Suite 304 Hopkinton

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CLAY CREATIONS Grades: 2 to 5 Tuition: $425 | Insider Plus: $403.75 Instructor: Cheska Komissar 4 to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 Thursdays | January 9 to March 27 Learn basic hand-building techniques such as slab, coil and pinching while making both useful and decorative objects. With teacher guidance, young kids will have the opportunity to use their imagination while making and decorating items of their own design.

ADULT AND CHILD CERAMIC WORKSHOPS Youths age 7+ and Adult(s) Tuition: $65 per person | Insider Plus: $61.75 per person Instructors: Cheska Komissar and Kim Lopes Saturdays | 3:30 to 6 p.m.

These handbuilding workshops will be a blast as you get your hands muddy and experience the fun and creativity with clay. Each month’s workshop will feature a different project.

January 4: Workshop Theme | Chinese New Year February 1: Workshop Theme | Winter Creatures March 1: Workshop Theme | Seder Plates April 5: Workshop Theme | Spring Flowers

NEW! MY GROWN-UP AND ME! CLAY ANIMAL BOWL WORKSHOP Adult & Grade K+ Tuition: $50 per person | Insider Plus: $47.50 per person Instructor: Kim Lopes Saturday, March 8 | 1 to 3 p.m.

Explore the wonders of clay and learn hand-building techniques such as slab, coil, and pinching while designing bowls shaped like any animal you can imagine! Work side-by-side with your little one, get creative, and a little dirty!

CERAMICS FOUNDATIONS Grades: 6–9 Tuition: $465 | Insider Plus: $441.75 Instructor: Hana Reilly 4 to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 Grades: 9–12 Tuition: $425 | Insider Plus: $403.75 Instructor: Cheska Komissar 4 to 6 p.m.

Wednesdays | January 8 to March 26 We’ll cover all you need to know about ceramic techniques in this foundational class including wheel-throwing skills and hand-building techniques. All levels welcome, as you will be able to choose your own or instructor inspired creations.

CLAY CREATION: LET IT SNOW FEBRUARY VACATION Grades: 2 to 5 | Instructor: Kim Lopes Tuition: $105 | Insider Plus: $99.75 Tuesday, Feb. 18 and Wednesday, Feb 19.

9 to 11 a.m Join this two-day February vacation workshop where you will use your imagination and get your hands dirty with clay! We’ll make and decorate pinchpot snowmen as we learn hand-building techniques including slab, coil and pinching.

TEEN WHEEL THROWING FEBRUARY VACATION Grades: 6 to 12 Tuition: $280 | Insider Plus: $266 Tuesday–Friday | February 18–21, 2025 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Instructor: Mary Lou McKeen Get your hands dirty in this hands-on week of pottery! Beginners will explore various wheelthrowing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing, and more experienced potters will focus on making complex forms.

WHEEL THROWING BEGINNER ADULTS Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 Tuition: $625 | Insider Plus: $593.75 Instructor Cheska Komissar 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Saturdays | January 11 to March 29 Tuition: $685 | Insider Plus: $650.75 Instructor Mary Lou McKeen 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Get a solid foundation in working with the wheel.

Learn the basics including prepping the clay, centering, forming vessels, finishing and glazing.

We will create different projects including bowls, mugs, and also work on using textures and decorative finishes on final pieces.

TEEN WHEEL THROWING (ALL LEVELS) Grades: 9–12 Tuition: $465 | Insider Plus: $441.75 Instructor: Hana Reilly 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturdays | January 11 to March 29 This mixed level class provides inspiration and community as everyone receives instruction based on skill level. Beginners will learn basic techniques such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing, while more experienced potters will work on more advanced forms and hone in on their own individual styles.

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CERAMICS: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE (ADULTS)

CERAMICS: INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ADULT

Instructors: Cheska Komissar & Hana Reilly Mondays | January 6 to March 24 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Tuition: $625 | Insider Plus: $593.75 Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Tuition: $685 | Insider Plus: $650.75 Wednesdays | January 8 to March 26 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Tuition: $625 | Insider Plus: $593.75 Wednesdays | January 8 to March 26 7 to 10 p.m.

Tuition: $625 | Insider Plus: $593.75

Tuition: $685 | Insider Plus: $650.75 Instructor Hana Reilly Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 | 7 to 10 p.m.

Fridays | Jan. 10 to March 28 | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This mixed level class includes individual instruction based on skill level, giving every student the time they need. Beginning students will learn foundational techniques including hand-building and wheel-throwing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing.

Intermediate students will focus on making more complex forms, glazing methods and other surface decoration.

Experienced potters are invited to expand your skills including creating more advanced forms while honing your individual style. Form alteration and complex surface decorating techniques will be explored together with the instructor.

HANDBUILDING: ALL LEVELS ADULTS Tuition: $625 | Insider Plus: $593.75 Instructor: Cheska Komissar Tuesdays | January 7 to March 25 | 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays | Jan. 9 to March 27 | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Explore handbuilding techniques with support based on your experience level as you create utilitarian and or sculptural pieces. Beginners will focus on initial skills such as slab, coil, and pinch pots, and those with more experience will dig into their own personal style by exploring more complex forms.

The price of registration includes one bag of clay, all firing, access to glazes and underglazes.

Any additional clay must be purchased at the HCA studio from our teachers. Tools are available in the studio, however, students can bring their own tools. Adult students will have access to Open Studio hours to work on their pieces outside of class time.

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CERAMICS STUDIO SHARE

ADULT CERAMICS NIGHT OUT

Experienced ceramic artists with their own tools and supplies (except clay and glazes) are invited to use Studio 2 as well as the HCA’s clay, glazes, wheels and kilns, for creating their art. Via an application and interview process, the Ceramics Studio Share will enable students to work independently (no instruction), as well as run their own kilns.

The sessions run for 3 months at a time, and the next session will run from March through May.

Instructor Cheska Komissar & Kim Lopes Tuition: $75 | Insider Plus: $71.25 (per workshop)

Please note: Application deadline for the next session is February 1, 2025, and at this time, the program is only open to students who have taken HCA ceramics classes since fall 2023. To apply, click the following link:

CSS Registration

Saturday, January 4 | 7 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, February 1 | 7 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, March 1 | 7 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, April 4 | 7 to 10 p.m.

Try something new with your crew or meet someone new! Come with ideas to make ceramic bowls, mugs, vessels and more, or get inspired while enjoying conversations and laughs. All levels are welcome to this fun event where you will be guided by our experienced instructor. All materials are included, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a willingness to explore your creative side!

MASTERCLASS THROWING & SURFACE TREATMENT WITH STEVEN BRANFMAN Grades 9 to Adults | Tuition: $210 | Insider Plus: $200 Saturday | March 15 I 7 to 9 p.m.

Sunday | March 16 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join master potter and Raku Guru, Steven Branfman, in this weekend workshop.

Steven will share his knowledge and experiences from his 50 year career as a studio potter, Founder and Director of The Potters Shop & School in Needham, teacher, studio designer and manager, and writer.

Throughout the 8 hours you will get to spend with him, Steven will show a variety of techniques including throwing off the hump, throwing large

forms, coil and throw, and throwing large platter forms. He’ll also demonstrate inlaying colored glass, adding dry clays to wet surfaces, and expanding forms from the inside, as well as a variety of glazing methods including controlled pouring, dipping, brushing, and layering. He’ll finish the work with trimming both with and without chucks.

This unique opportunity will include lunch on the second day, giving ample time for discussion.

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DANCE The HCA dance program welcomes students of all ages and levels of experience from around the MetroWest. Led by Director Jessica Wilson, the program is known for its high level of training and welcoming environment where students are encouraged to take chances and learn.

The dance program places an emphasis on the classical ballet techniques passed down from the greats, but also embraces the non-traditional dance student, including adults and older teens who are looking for recreational classes in dance. The studio is not just a place to learn, but also a place to meet wonderful people and build lasting friendships. Together we explore, celebrate and promote the art of dance.

For class placement assistance for your student, please contact: jessica@hopartscenter.org Jessica Wilson Director of Dance jessica@hopartscenter.org HCA DANCE STUDIO 34 Hayden Rowe, Suite 302 Hopkinton 98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton

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CREATIVE DANCE Grade: Preschool (for dancers entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2026) Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 HCA Dance Instructors Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 9 to 9:45 a.m. | Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Through storytelling, props, music, and play, young dancers are introduced to age-appropriate dance movement. Rhythm, coordination, and listening skills are developed in a playful, warm, and nurturing atmosphere.

CREATIVE DANCE & BALLET Grade: Pre-K (for dancers entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2025) Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 HCA Dance Instructors Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 9:45 to 10:30 a.m.

Mondays | February 3 to June 9 4:15 to 5 p.m.

Location: 34 Hayden Rowe, Suite 302 Expand on your joy and appreciation of dance as we continue exploring the elements and practices learned in our Creative Dance class. We’ll introduce classical ballet language, etiquette, music, and stories in a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.

DANCE FOUNDATIONS 1

Grade: Kindergarten Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 HCA Dance Instructors Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 10 to 11 a.m.

Wednesdays | February 5 to June 4 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

Develop a foundation for dance principles and terminology in this fun and creative class that includes lessons in ballet and jazz. We’ll focus on the fundamentals of classical ballet and explore musicality, imagination, and coordination through the use of imagery and props.

DANCE FOUNDATIONS 2 Grades: 1 & 2 Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Location: 98 Hayden Rowe HCA Dance Instructors Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 9 to 10 a.m.

Tuesdays | February 4 to June 3 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

Classical ballet skills are presented in a structured class format to include technique, center work, and elements across the floor while an emphasis is placed on creative expression, musicality, coordination, and working together as an ensemble. Each week concludes with a fun exploration of the fundamentals of jazz dance technique, free dance, and improvisation exercises

HIP HOP 1 Grades: 1 to 3 | HCA Dance Instructors Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Explore some of today’s popular dance moves and the fundamentals of Hip Hop in this energetic class. We’ll have a blast as we work on developing coordination and body awareness while also building self-esteem and promoting confidence.

HIP HOP 2 Grades: 4 to 6 | HCA Dance Instructors Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Explore some of today’s popular dance moves and the fundamentals of Hip Hop in this energetic class. We’ll have a blast as we work on developing coordination and body awareness while also building self-esteem and promoting confidence.

DANCE FOUNDATIONS 3

Grades: 3 and 4 | HCA Dance Instructors Tuition: $435 | Insider Plus: $413.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Saturdays | February 1 to June 7 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Thursdays | February 6 to June 5 4:15 to 5:30 p.m.

This class provides the groundwork for further study in various styles of dance and prepares students for our Elementary and Ensemble programs. Lesson plans are designed to instill the joy of dance while attention is given to form, musicality, expression, and the ability to work together as an ensemble. We emphasize classical ballet in a structured format, including barre work, center, and elements across the floor, before exploring jazz dance technique.

JAZZ AND HIP HOP Grades: 4 to 7 | HCA Dance Instructors Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Mondays | February 3 to June 9 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Celebrate jazz and hip hop in this fun, high energy class. Each class includes a warm up, cross floor progressions, and combinations that allow dancers to focus in on their ability to remember choreography. Students will also be encouraged to develop their own unique style. This class is most suited for dancers with prior experience.

NEW! SALSA AND BACHATA Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Laura Leones Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Tuesdays | January 14 to March 11 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Salsa dancing continues to grow in popularity largely in part to the amazing music. In addition to learning the rhythms of salsa, we’ll also explore bachata dancing, a slower dance that originated in the Dominican Republic. Spice up your week as we learn both individual footwork and partnering. 9 Couples and singles are welcome.

JR. DANCE ENSEMBLE

Grades: 6 to 12 | Instructor Jessica Wilson Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Through June 16, 2025 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

DANCE ENSEMBLE

Grades: 8 to 12 | Instructor Jessica Wilson Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Through June 10, 2025 5:45 to 7:45 p.m.

These full-year programs are open to mid-year enrollment through Monday, February 3. Please contact our Director of Dance, Jessica Wilson (jessica@hopartscenter.org), for more information on a potential schedule and pricing if your child is interested in joining. Classes may include classical ballet, jazz, creative dance, and character. At this level, enrollment in a minimum of three classes each week is highly recommended to explore classical ballet variations, floor work, as well as pointe.

JAZZ DANCE: BEGINNER (TEEN/ADULT) Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Ashley Rosenthal Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Mondays | Jan 13 to April 7 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

New to dance? Learn the basics and build a foundation that will lend itself to further study in jazz, musical theater and more. No plans for further study? That’s okay, too! Just come move with us and have some fun! Class includes a warm up, technical instruction, and wraps up with a choreographed routine inspired by Fosse, Broadway, and commercial styles to a variety of fun music.

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CONTEMPORARY: ALL LEVELS (TEEN/ADULT) Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Mallory Cash Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Tuesdays | January 14 to April 8 7:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Set to a fun variety of playlists, come sample contemporary movement informed by modern and jazz dance. This supportive class explores the foundations of the different forms of dance, beginning with weekly full body warm-ups before diving into choreography.

NEW! GENTLE BALLET Adult | Instructor Tuition: $365 | Insider Plus: $346.75 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Mondays | January 13 to April 7 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Join talented teacher and professional dancer, Marina Van Winkle and get introduced or refamiliarized with classical ballet techniques, all with gentle modifications to accommodate a variety of levels. Gentle Ballet will help increase coordination, flexibility, strength, posture, and balance through simple ballet movements and stretching.

INTERMEDIATE BALLET Adult | Instructor Ashley Rosenthal Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Wednesdays | January 15 to April 9 7:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Come enjoy the beauty and grace of classical ballet in this traditional (though slightly condensed) ballet class. Barre work, from grand plies to grand battement, will be followed by center work including port de bras, tendu, waltz, and allegro.

This class is perfect for those who have had a few years of classical ballet training.

TAP (TEEN/ADULT) Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Alyssa Surrette Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Street Level 1: Mondays | January 13 to April 7 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Discover the joy of dancing as you gain knowledge and understanding of timing, rhythm, and dance vocabulary. New tap dancers and those who have taken beginner tap classes will learn technique and dance combinations that will be worked on as a group. Join us to explore the fundamentals of tap dance in a fun and active way!

Level 2: Mondays | January 13 to April 7 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Build on your tapping skills as you learn more complex rhythms, choreography, and combinations in this second level tap class. Come tap with us in a fun and active way!

HIP HOP: ALL LEVELS (TEEN/ADULT) Ages 16 to Adult | Instructor Zoe Pan Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Location: 34 Hayden Rowe Street, Suite 302 Mondays | January 13 to April 7 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Come experiment with movement through the foundations of Hip-Hop, and get ready to have some fun! This class is designed for all dance backgrounds and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of hip hop. Each class includes a warm up and choreography that will leave you feeling energized.

Participants will also have the opportunity to explore various grooves and develop their own unique style.

Come Teach with Us! We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@hopartscenter.org.

HEALING ARTS Location: 98 Hayden Rowe Street

YOGA FOR BETTER POSTURE & MOBILITY Tuition: $233 | Insider Plus: $221.35 Instructor: Laura Michel Tuesdays | January 14 to April 8 10 to 11 a.m.

Thursdays | January 16 to April 10 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Start your day off right with a gentle but effective yoga class with modifications for all. We will balance out the major muscle groups in order to improve posture, mobility and overall well-being.

Each session will include moderate stretching and strengthening exercises for the entire body.

RESTORATIVE YOGA Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.35 Instructor: Molly Myers Wednesdays | January 15 to March 26 6 to 7 p.m.

This gentle and Restorative Yoga class suitable for all levels will include seated stretches/poses at the beginning of each class before we move into a series of supportive poses. We’ll end each session with an extended guided savasana, a pose of deep rest.

MEDITATION CIRCLE Tuition: Check website for details.

Instructor: Wendy Gabriel Mondays: Feb. 10 | Feb. 24 | March 24 | April 7 10 to 11 a.m.

Join us for our bi-weekly Meditation Circles with Wendy Gabriel, Growth and Empowerment Coach, Reiki Master, and Wellness Studio owner, as she introduces you to the basics of meditation, including the health benefits of starting a meditation practice. You will leave feeling relaxed, renewed, and balanced.

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MUSIC The Music Department at the HCA exists to help people of all ages and all abilities engage in sustainable, life-long music making. Our team of passionate instructors foster excellent technical skills, broad musical knowledge, and strong ability to relate to any music with excitement, curiosity, and emotion.

The music program welcomes students of all backgrounds and abilities. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive community where individuality and life-long friendships thrive.

Our Music Program features music fundamental classes for all ages, a youth orchestra, choirs, and is equipped with eight private lesson studios.

Emily Vincent Music Department Manager Private Lessons Coordinator emily@hopartscenter.org

Come Teach with Us! We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@ hopartscenter.org.

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LITTLE DRUMMERS: EXPLORE Grades: Pre-K to K Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Alexia Pizziferri 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Thursdays | January 16 to March 13 Come explore rhythm and percussion from around the world! Through music, movement, fun, and games we’ll practice and grow our skills in rhythmic patterns, introductory elements of musical notation, and musical expression.

INSTRUMENT PLAYGROUND Grades: 1 and 2 Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25 Instructor Lauren Fay 5 to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays | February 4 to April 8 Join this exploration of all of the instrument families: strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, singing and more! We’ll increase our musical skills through hands-on instruction, games, movement, and singng.

GROUP VOICE Instructor Mark Schiappucci Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 An exploration of all things singing in a small group environment!

Wednesdays | January 15 to April 9 Grades 2 to 4 | 4 to 5 p.m.

Wednesdays | January 15 to April 9 Grades 5 to 8 | 5 to 6 p.m.

JR. TREBLEMAKERS CHORUS Grades: 3 to 5 Tuition: $235 | Insider Plus: $223.25 Instructor Emily Vincent 4 to 5 p.m.

Fridays | January 24 to April 11 A vocal performance ensemble focused on singing a varied repertoire to grow as musicians and performers and to inspire their audiences!

SHOW IN A WEEK: MUSICAL THEATER ICONIC ENSEMBLES (FEBRUARY VACATION) Grades: 2 to 5 Tuition: $400 | Insider Plus: $380 Instructor Emily Vincent Tuesday through Friday | February 18–21, 2025 9 a.m. to 3 p.m Explore theater and music through games, physical movement, storytelling, and finding your voice as we work on performing some of the most iconic musical theater ensemble numbers. We’ll work on our acting, singing, and dancing skills to help build and devise a final show.

YOUTH ROCK BAND 101 Grades: 3 to 12 (Students will be placed into groups pending abilty and experience.)

Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25 Instructor Brian Grochowski 5 to 6 p.m.

Wednesdays | February 26 to April 9 This popular program is now available all year!

Come work on mastering the basics of playing in an ensemble as we play pop, rock, and other contemporary forms of music. Gain more confidence as an artist as you increase your ability to read music while learning to play different combinations and listening across the ensemble for blend.

YOUTH ROCK BAND 102 Grades: 3 to 12 (Students will be placed into groups pending abilty and experience.)

Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25 Instructor Brian Grochowski 6 to 7 p.m.

Wednesdays | February 26 to April 9 Advance your skills further as we focus on playing harder tunes. For those who have played in some kind of ensemble before and had a minimum of two to three years studying an instrument/voice.

MUSICAL THEATER AUDITION EARLY RELEASE WORKSHOP Grades: 4 to 5 Tuition: $50 | Insider Plus: $47.50 Instructor Zoë Stewart Friday | January 10 | 1:15 to 3:15 p.m Level up your audition skills in this early release program. Prepare for your next audition as you get introduced to audition basics. Everyone will work on preparing one to two songs (32 bar cuts) as well as a monologue. We’ll also learn a short (1–1.5 minute) dance combination from a Broadway show, and if time allows we’ll practice cold reads as well!

Leave this class with skills ready to use at your next auditions.

SONGWRITER SESSIONS: MIDDLE SCHOOL EDITION Grades: 6 to 8 Tuition: Based on number of sessions Instructor Anina Lawrence Tuesdays | 5 to 6 p.m.

Session 1: Lyrics | January 14 to February 4 Session 2: Melody | February 11 to March 11 Session 3: Harmony | March 18 to April 8 This small mentorship program is for anyone looking for a dedicated space to explore the art of songwriting and composition. With oneon-one feedback and assistance, we’ll work on individual assignments and group projects as we explore advanced composition concepts as they relate to any genre of music.

SONGWRITER SESSIONS: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION Grades: 9 to 12 Tuition: Based on number of sessions Instructor Anina Lawrence Tuesdays | 7 to 8 p.m.

Session 1: Lyrics | January 14 to February 4 Session 2: Melody | February 11 to March 11 Session 3: Harmony | March 18 to April 8

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TEEN GUITAR 1 Grades: 8 to 12 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Jeremy Bellion 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Mondays | January 13 to April 7 Whether you want to play solo guitar, accompany yourself singing, or play in a band, this beginner class is an excellent place to start! We’ll take beginners through all of the fundamentals including tuning and the basics of the instrument, to more advanced chord changes and strum patterns.

TEEN GUITAR 2 Grades: 8 to 12 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Jeremy Bellion 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Mondays | January 13 to April 7

TREBLEMAKERS ADULT CHORUS SPRING 2025 SEASON Tuition: $175 | Insider Plus: $166.25 Wednesdays | January 8 to April 30, 2025 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Instructor Sharon Broadley-Martin Warm up those pipes and get ready to sing with the Treblemakers! Singers of all levels are invited to join this adult choral ensemble for it’s Spring session.

No audition is necessary—all you need is a love of singing!

HCA HARMONY ENSEMBLE Tuition: $395 | Insider Plus: $375.00 Thursdays | January 23 to May 15, 2025 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Instructor Sharon Broadley-Martin

If you have some experience playing guitar, join this fun class and grow your skills! We’ll focus on new chords, positions and strum patterns while working to also increase our consistency in chord changing patterns. Both acoustic and electric guitars are welcome.

This ensemble is offered to those singers who would like to refine their musical talents in an unaccompanied (a cappella) ensemble. Everything from Madrigals to Barbershop Quartets to Bach chorales to DooWop to jazzy tight-harmony groups like Singers Unlimited and Pentatonix will be explored.

GROUP VOICE (ADULT)

UKULELE 1 (ADULT)

Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25 Instructor Mark DiCampo 7:30 to 8:30 p.m Mondays | January 27 to March 10 Explore your singing voice and how it works in this introductory class. All levels of experience are welcome, as we’ll work on understanding how to sing in harmony, sing lead, backup vocal styles and more!

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Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25 Instructor Lauren Fay Mondays | February 3 to April 7 5 to 6 p.m.

A ukulele class for absolute beginners or those that need a brush up on the basics!

UKULELE 2 (ADULT) Tuition: $215 | Insider Plus: $204.25 Instructor Lauren Fay Mondays | February 3 to April 7 6 to 7 p.m.

Brush up on the basics and get to the next level in your playing! Those with some experience playing ukulele are invited to learn new chords, strum patterns, and other progressive techniques based on your ability and goals.

HCA CHAMBER ENSEMBLES Application Open to All Ages. Students will be grouped together based on ages and skill level.

Adults will only be paired with other adults.

Tuition: $55 per class | Insider Plus: $52.25 per class Our chamber ensemble program is by application only for instrumentalists wanting to learn how to sharpen performance skills in quartets, quintets, sextets, and beyond. Once you have applied, you will be assigned to ensembles and instructors based on mutual skill level, ability, and musical goals. If no group pairing is available at the time, student will be placed on a waitlist for chamber ensembles. Musical repertoire will be at the discretion of the instructor with student input.

GUITAR (ADULT) Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 Instructor Sharon Broadley-Martin Guitar 1: Tuesdays | January 14 to April 8 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of playing the guitar in this entry level class for absolute beginners. We’ll cover tuning, the notes on the staff, basic chords, basic strum patterns, and basic songs.

Guitar 2: Tuesdays | January 14 to April 8 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Review chords and strumming patterns in this later beginner / early intermediate level class.

We’ll then apply what we’ve learned to songs of your choice while working to strengthen accuracy, tone, agility, and speed!

P R I VAT E LESSONS

Private lessons in music, theater, dance, art, and ceramics are open for registration on a rolling basis.

Weekly lessons take place from September through June, with a Summer Session in July & August. Music students have three performance opportunities each year, they are not mandatory.

For lesson pricing, lesson policies, to see other helpful information, or enroll in lessons today, please visit hopartscenter.org/private-lessons.

Printed literature on lesson pricing and policy is also available upon request at the HCA’s front desk.

LET’S SING Adults Tuition: $0 | Sponsored by Dell Technologies Sundays | January 26 to April 13 Sundays, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Instructor Emily Vincent Designed for adults with intellectual disabilities, join this weekly class and sing and play music with others. Learn to be part of a musical ensemble as you rehearse, create, and perform music with others!

Guitar 3: Tuesdays | January 14 to April 8 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

An intermediate guitar class for those who love learning in the group, but are ready more advanced concepts!

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THEATER

The HCA’s Acting and Musical Theater Program welcomes students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. The program provides a supportive and nurturing environment where students develop and use their unique talents and abilities. The program offers a range of classes and workshops for performers at every level.

Classes include acting, voice, movement, singing, dance, improv, and more.

In addition, the HCA’s resident company, Enter Stage Left Theater (ESL), produces six productions for children and four for adults.

Children and adults participate in these performances as actors, dancers, singers and as audiences.

Paul Champlin ESL Theater Production Manager paulc@hopartscenter.org

Come Teach with Us! We are seeking instructors with experience and ideas on engaging programs in theater, music, ceramics, and visual art. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Stephanie Madden, Program Director at stephanie@

hopartscenter.org.

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LITTLE ACTORS Grades: Pre-K to 1 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Katie Vennard Fridays | January 17 to April 11 4 to 5 p.m.

Join in the fun and use your imagination as we explore the art of telling stories through acting.

STORYBOOK THEATER Grades: 1 to 3 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Alyssa Rae Surrette Mondays | January 13 to April 7 4 to 5 p.m.

Inspired by favorite children’s books, Storybook Theater will embark on a new interactive performance-based adventure each session.

THE STORY GOES ON PRESENTS: FROZEN Grades: 2 to 4 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Alyssa Rae Surrette Mondays | January 13 to April 7 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Journey through the ice and snow this winter as we explore the world of Frozen through theatrical games and activities. Gain confidence in your acting abilities as we build a small production together through imagination, teamwork, creative movement, songs, and some practice with line memorization.

ESL YOUTH THEATER PRESENTS: MAGIC TREEHOUSE PIRATES PAST NOON Grades: 2 to 4 Tuition: $295 | Insider Plus: $280.25 Directed by Emily Vincent Sundays starting March 2 | 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Magic Tree House: Pirates Past Noon KIDS is an adaptation of the fourth of Mary Pope Osborne’s award-winning fantasy adventure books from the Magic Tree House book series. No auditions are required, but space is limited. Two public performances will take place on Saturday, May 17.

THE BASICS OF SOUND & LIGHTING FOR THE STAGE Grades: 6 to 12 Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25 Instructor Ethan Moncur Tuesdays | January 21 to March 4 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.

This hands-on program will cover the basic understanding of stage lighting and sound, including lighting and sound equipment, and skills and practices used in creating lighting and sound for live stage performance.

SHOW IN A WEEK: MUSICAL THEATER ICONIC ENSEMBLES (FEBRUARY VACATION) Grades: 2 to 5 Tuition: $400 | Insider Plus: $380 Instructor Emily Vincent Tuesday through Friday | February 18–21, 2025 9 a.m. to 3 p.m Explore theater and music through games, physical movement, storytelling, and finding your voice as we work on performing some of the most iconic musical theater ensemble numbers. We’ll work on our acting, singing, and dancing skills to help build and devise a final show. At the end of the week, actors will take to the stage and perform for family and friends what they’ve explored over the week.

ACTORS PLAYGROUND Grades: 4 to 6 Tuition: $255 | Insider Plus: $242.25 Instructor Katie Venard Fridays | January 17 to April 11 5 to 6 p.m.

Grow your performance skills and dip your toes into the world of acting! Through games, scene work, music, character creation, and improv, we’ll gain confidence in speaking and develop a sense of community and teamwork.

ACTING THROUGH SCENE STUDY (ADULTS) Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Instructor Paul Champlin Tuesdays | January 28 to March 25 7 to 9 p.m.

This course provides the new and experienced actor the opportunity to learn and reinforce acting fundamentals through scene study and performance.

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VISUAL ARTS The HCA Visual Arts program welcomes students of all ages and abilities. Led by Department Manager, Marion Buricatu, the program provides a welcoming environment where students can discover, explore, and master artistic concepts through a variety of mediums.

Exploration courses are designed to let individuals discover different mediums and set personal goals to achieve at their own pace. Courses and workshops are a balance of skill-building and fun. For the more serious student, the program provides courses that cover foundational and advanced techniques. Students build a portfolio of work and receive guidance and mentorship to set them up for ongoing success in their artistic journey.

Marion Buricatu Visual Arts Department Manager marion@hopartscenter.org

ART ADVENTURES Grades: K to 1 Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Judy Smith Tuesdays | January 14 to March 25 4 to 5 p.m.

This foundational HCA program is full of color and fun! We’ll focus on fine motor skills as we create unique 2- and 3- dimensional art projects using a variety of materials including clay and paint. Each week’s project will also provide an opportunity to connect the project back to a theme involving culture, history, math or science. Students can take this class multiple times and never repeat a project!

ART EXPLORERS Grades: 2 to 3 Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Beth Gismondi Tuesdays | January 28 to March 25 4 to 5 p.m.

This popular HCA program is full of color and fun! Kids will create unique pieces of art involving drawing, painting, or sculpting.

CARTOONING CLUB Grades: 2 to 5 Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Judy Smith Tuesdays | January 14 to March 25 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Join the Cartoon Club for a fun and creative chance to create popular cartoon characters, or ones of your own design using pencils, Sharpies, markers, and colored pencils.

School Early Release and February Vacation Programs available for Youths! Check our website for additional classes.

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FINE ARTS ACADEMY: MIXED MEDIA MASTERPIECES Grades: 3 to 5 Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 Instructor: Tooba Waqar Fridays | January 17 to April 11 4 to 5 p.m.

Join this fun program that will cover a little bit of everything relating to art making. Come explore texture through collage, painting with your fingers, scraping tools, and brushes of a variety of thicknesses.

CARTOONS AND COMICS Grades: 3 to 5 Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25 Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Saturdays | January 25 to March 8 10 to 11 a.m.

Design your own fun characters, creatures, and stories! We’ll work on our drawing skills as we create character sheets, single panel cartoons, and comic strips. Explore lettering and page design as we get inspiration from popular cartoons, comic books, and graphic novels.

NEW! INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Grades: 3 to 6 Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Ana Viana Mondays | January 27 to March 24 4 to 5 p.m.

FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grades: 4 to 5 Tuition: $195 | Insider Plus: $185.25 Instructor: Beth Gismondi Tuesdays | January 28 to March 25 5:15–6:15 p.m.

Grades: 6 to 8 Tuition: $435 | Insider Plus: $413.25 Instructor: Laurie Leavitt Thursdays | January 16 to March 27 4 to 6 p.m.

This is one of the HCA’s most popular programs because it covers a little bit of everything relating to art making. Drawing, watercolors, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, clay, and pen and ink. Students will also learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists.

INTRO TO REALISTIC FIGURES Grades: 7 to 12 Tuition: $155 | Insider Plus: $147.25 Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Mondays | January 27 to March 10 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Focus on drawing realistically through exercises, observation and learning techniques from other artists. Each week we will start with warmup exercises to get our hands loose and our eyes keen.

Although we will learn how to render individual elements like eyes, noses, hair and hands, focus will be to train the artist’s brain to “to draw what you see, not what you think it should be.”

Work with a professional photographer and explore the world of picture taking! We’ll cover all of the basics through hands-on projects including lessons on camera settings, lighting, and creative compositions.

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BEGINNER OIL PAINTING

DRAWING & SKETCHING ADULTS

Ages 14 to Adult Tuition: $435 | Insider Plus: $413.25 Instructor: Marion Buricatu Mondays | January 27 to March 31 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Instructor: Beth Gismondi Tuesdays | January 28 to March 25 7 to 9 p.m.

Are you new to oil painting and eager to grasp the fundamentals before delving into more intricate projects? In this class, the experienced instructor Marion Buricatu will guide you through essential topics including value, color theory, color mixing, composition, and the principles of light.

NEW! EXPERIMENTS WITH PRINTMAKING Ages 16+ Tuition: $322 | Insider Plus: $305.90 Instructor: Charusmitha Ram Tuesdays | January 14 to March 4 7 to 9 p.m.

Explore the exciting medium of relief printing! Using a linoleum block, we’ll learn how to print by hand by carving our own designs and transferring them to create unique pieces of art filled with layers of tones and textures.

Join us for a crash course in drawing! Each week will cover a different fundamental topic: drawing basics, line, space, value, measuring, perspective, and more.

This is a great class for a beginner, or for a more advanced artist looking to review the fundamentals and pick up some new tips! .

PASTEL PAINTING BEGINNERS ADULT Tuition: $335 | Insider Plus: $318.25 Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Thursdays | January 30 to March 13 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Relax and learn the basics of pastel painting in a supportive class for beginners or brand new students. All materials are provided so you can focus on trying your hand at this very forgiving medium.

In this mini class session, you’ll improve your observation skills, learn valuable art skills, and find out if pastels are the right medium for you!

BEGINNER WATERCOLORS ADULT PASTEL PAINTING ALL LEVELS Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 ADULT Instructor: Judy Smith Tuesdays | January 14 to March 25 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Experiment and learn about color, papers, brushes, drawing and composition, as well as many great painting techniques that will get you working and playing with watercolors! All levels are welcome.

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Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Mondays | January 27 to March 24 12 to 2 p.m.

Pastels are a versatile and accessible medium to create vibrant images. Beginners and continuing artists alike will improve your skills in this supportive and knowledgeable class. Each week will include demonstrations and constructive critiques based on the needs of the participants.

COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS ADULTS Tuition: $275 | Insider Plus: $261.25 Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Mondays | January 27 to March 24 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Designed for the artist who wants to tell a story with text and images, we invite you to explore cartoons, comic books, and graphic novels. Try your hand at single panel cartoons, short comics, as well as pacing dialogue and action to go along with your drawings. We will also cover shortcuts, adding in text, perspective, and different styles of drawing. All skill levels welcome.

OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING Instructor: Marion Buricatu Adults | Mondays | January 13 to April 7 1 to 3 p.m.

Tuition: $435 | Insider Plus: $413.25 Ages 14+ | Wednesdays | January 15 to March 12 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Adults | Thursdays | January 16 to April 10 1 to 3 p.m.

Tuition: $475 | Insider Plus: $451.25 Ages 14+ | Thursdays | January 16 to April 10 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25

DRAWING STUDIO Adults | Tuition: $355 | Insider Plus: $337.25 Instructor: Beth Gismondi Thursdays | January 30 to March 27 1 to 3 p.m.

Drawing is a beautiful art form in its own right. Those with some prior drawing experience (either at home or those who have taken the HCA’s Drawing & Sketching class) are invited to join this next level, where you will pursue and complete independent drawing projects with one on one instructor guidance. Continue to hone your drawing skills, as they are an important foundation for any artist to have.

LANDSCAPE FUNDAMENTALS IN WATERCOLOR Adults | Tuition: $150 each session | Insider Plus: $142.50 Instructor: Richard Denzer 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday | February 1 Saturday | March 29 Explore your creativity and the methods of expressing a landscape, likely the most popular subject for artists of all mediums, as well as the changing seasons in these one-day watercolor painting workshops. Beginner or experienced artists will receive individualized coaching, with topics including composition, values, various wash options, contrast, textures and the choice of supplies.

Join this lively mixed level class for inspiration and camaraderie as you work in oil or acrylic paint. The instructor provides individual coaching based on skill level, giving every student the time they need.

Beginners are set up with projects and techniques to learn while continuing students receive support and guidance on existing work.

HCA Members Show

Artist members are invited to submit 1-2 pieces of art by December 16 for consideration in this fun show that will be on view from January 6 to February 6. Make sure to attend the free reception on Friday, January 10!

Click Here to Submit Artwork

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SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP: POMEGRANATE DESIGN

WINTER WONDERLAND WORKSHOPS

Adults | Tuition: $90 | Insider Plus: $85.50 Friday | January 24 6 to 9 p.m.

Instructor: Lidia Mikhaylova

Tuition: $75 | Insider Plus: $71.25 Instructor: Celeste Falcone

WIRE-WRAPPING JEWERLY BEGINNER WORKSHOP

Saturday | February 8 | Grades 2 & 3 | 1 to 4 p.m.

Saturday | Feb. 22 | Grades K & 1 | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Spend your Saturday morning exploring the beauty of winter and the creativity it can inspire. Each workshop will include a different activity for different age groups Join this relaxing and creative painting workshop as well as a wintery snack to enjoy. Explore different to learn how to paint on silk, an ancient medium art techniques as we work in a variety of mediums originating in Eastern Asia. All levels of experience are including embroidery to create snowflakes, acrylics to welcome as we will begin with lessons on technique paint winter landscapes, and more. and color mixing as everyone learns how to express Saturday | January 11 | Grades 4 to 7 | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. the beauty of the delicious and colorful fruit, the pomegranate.

Saturday | February 1 | Grades K & 1 | 1 to 4 p.m.

Adults | Tuition: $160 | Insider Plus: $152 Instructor: Joshua Berins Sunday | March 16 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Create a free form wire-wrapped piece of jewelry in this introductory workshop. Discover the fundamentals of the art of wire wrapping stones or cabochons in sterling silver wire, and explore several weaving techniques to create shapes that can be put together in necklaces or bracelets. Choose from a selection of stones and cabochons or you can bring your own. All wire will be supplied, and everyone will leave with your own piece of jewelry.

HAND WEAVING: TOTE BAG WORKSHOP Ages 14+ | Tuition: $172 | Insider Plus: $163.40 Instructor: Dahlia Popovits Saturday | February 8 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join us for a full day workshop with award winning weaver, Dahlia Popovits, where you will create a beautiful unique tote bag. No previous experience is necessary as you will be guided through the weaving, design and finishing process. Everyone will be provided a rigid heddle loom to use during class along with repurposed cotton fabric strips and luxury yarns.

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ADULT & CHILD GYOTAKU WORKSHOP

Youth Ages 8+ | Tuition: $90 | Insider Plus: $85.50 Instructor: Judy Smith Saturday | March 1 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Experience the intersection of art, nature, culture, and science in this 2-hour printing workshop. Gyotaku, or “fish impression” is a traditional Japanese form of nature printing, a practice used by fishermen dating back to the mid-1800s. Today, we can use rubber fish to practice these direct printing techniques with ink, paint, and rice paper.

WORCESTER ART MUSEUM TOUR Adults | Tuition: $35 | Insider Plus: $33.25 Instructor: Marion Buricatu Friday | April 4 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Join HCA teacher and Worcester Art Museum Docent, Marion Buricatu, on an engaging private tour of the Worcester Art Museum. The museum houses over 38,000 objects that tell global stories—from art made thousands of years ago to works being created today. Discover the highlights of this wide-ranging collection. Tuition includes museum admission.

PAINTING THUMBNAILS COMPOSITION WORKSHOP Adults | Tuition: $50 | Insider Plus: $47.50 Instructor: Marion Buricatu Wednesday | March 26 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Build your composition skills as we practice making quick, simple thumbnails. All levels of experience are welcome as we’ll focus on value and clarity as the technique requires minimal supplies—just grey markers, paper, and pencils. The practice of creating thumbnails provides ample opportunities for creativity as you are encouraged to try things you may not otherwise explore. These thumbnails can be a great step in the process of working on a larger piece as well, as they give you the opportunity to refine your focal points, creating the strongest arrangement before getting into details.

HCA WINTER EXHIBITION TOUR Adults | Tuition: $15 | Insider Plus: $14.25 Instructor: Marion Buricatu Friday | February 14 9:30 to 11 a.m.

ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS Join artists and teachers for dynamic evenings and gain better understadings of a variet of art forms.

Click on the links for full demonstration details.

Pastel Painting from Start to Finish Friday | January 17 7 to 9 p.m.

Tuition: $30 | Insider Plus: $28.50 Current S Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald Class Studeries receive a d ents Flower Arranging iscount o n A r t is Friday | January 31 Demonstra t 7 to 8:30 p.m.

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Tuition: $50 | Insider Plus: $47.50 Instructor: Isabelle Zee Drawing on Historical Inspiration Friday | March 14 7 to 9 p.m.

Tuition: $30 | Insider Plus: $28.50 Instructor: Shea Justice

Join Marion Buricatu, an enthusiastic artist and instructor with expertise in art history and a variety of artistic mediums for an engaging tour of Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ winter exhibit. The show will feature two passionate artists, Barney Levitt and Yulia Shtern, more details coming soon.

VISION BOARD WORKSHOP Adults | Tuition: $80 | Insider Plus: $76 Instructor: Wendy Gabriel Monday | January 13, 2025 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Come together to explore what we want more of in 2025. Join this evening of community and creativity as we start with a guided meditation followed by creative time where you can put your hopes and dreams on paper. Choose to make either a Vision Board, Book, or Picture. These mediums are all visual representations of what you would like more of (or less of) in your life.

We continue to add workshops through out the year. Please check our website for additions in all the departments.

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POLICIES REFUNDS + CANCELLATIONS

CODE OF CONDUCT

Refund of program fees will be offered (less a $50 cancellation fee) if requested 2-weeks or more prior to the program start date. No refunds will be given if the start date of the program is less than two weeks from the request to cancel.

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is committed to fostering an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, and harassment.

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to the Administration Office at

All persons working or associating with our community of The Hopkinton Center for the Arts are expected to uphold and abide by this Code of Conduct.

The HCA asks individuals and families to consider donating a portion of their fees to the HCA to help with the ongoing activities and operational support.

You will refrain from any form of harassment, bullying, or discrimination, and cooperate fully in any investigation of a harassment or discrimination complaint.

info@hopartscenter.org.

INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of inclement weather, the HCA will announce cancellations in two phases: An announcement on the homepage will be made to cancel morning classes by early morning. A announcement about afternoon and evening class cancellations will be made by 12 noon.

If possible, one class cancellation, due to weather, will be made up at the end of term. Additional class cancellations due to weather will be considered acts of nature and will not be made up. Weather cancellations will not be refunded.

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

Students are occasionally photographed or filmed during classes for promotional purposes. Names are not used. By enrolling yourself or your child at the HCA, you grant permission for you and/or your child to be photographed or filmed for this purpose. You must notify the HCA office in writing regarding any restrictions.

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All individuals are treated with respect and dignity, contribute fully, and have equal opportunities.

Read the full HCA’s Code of Conduct at

www.HopArtsCenter.org/hca-code-conduct

STUDENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP Parents are responsible for the timely arrival of students to classes/lessons, and are required to stay with the student until the class/lesson begins, and to pick up the student immediately after the class/ lesson ends. Please be advised that the HCA does not provide supervision for students outside of their scheduled class or program.

Please Notify the HCA or instructor if the parent/ guardian is going to be late, or if the child will not be coming to class. There is a charge for late pick-ups of $10 for every 15 minutes. Late fees must be paid prior to the start of the next class date.

INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT HCA reserves the right to cancel any class or workshop due to insufficient enrollment up to 2 business days prior to the scheduled start date of an offering. When a course or workshop is canceled by the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, a full refund will be issued.