Winter/Spring 2023 Catalog

Wi1 SESSION: 8 weeks | Jan 9 - Mar 5, 2023

Wi2 SESSION: 8 weeks | Mar 6 - Apr 30, 2023

Sp1 SESSION: 8 weeks | May 1 - Jun 25, 2023

To Register: Click on any SESSION START DATE and you will be directed to our registration page.

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2407 W 111th Street Chicago, IL 60655 773.445.3838

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Contents

General Registration Information

Membership Information/ BAC SWAG

Open Studio Info/SoFA Spotlight

Adult Classes

Dance Classes

Second Fridays Gallery/Silver Cinema

14 16 17 18 19

Music Classes

BAC Theatre Student Productions

Theatre Classes

Visual Arts Classes

Open Studio Classes

Registration Dates & Info

There are three ways to register: Call us at 773.445.3838, register in-person at our front desk or go online at beverlyartcenter.org. The BAC encourages advance registrations. A class that does not meet minimum enrollment 24 hours before the first class will be cancelled.

• Wi1 session, 8 weeks: Jan 9- Mar 5, 2023

Any class below minimum enrollment (4 students), will be canceled 24 hours prior to start date

Wi1 session make-up day | Sun, Mar 5

• Wi2 session, 8 weeks: Mar 6 - Apr 30, 2023

Any class below minimum enrollment (4 students), will be canceled 24 hours prior to start date

Wi4 session make-up day | Sun, Apr 30

• Sp1 session, 8 weeks: May 1- Jun 25, 2023

Any class below minimum enrollment (4 students), will be canceled 24 hours prior to start date

Sp1 session make-up day | Sun, Jun 26

Beverly Arts Center Staff

Kevin Pease Artistic Director

Emily Nelson Chief of Staff

Vicki Meyer

Marketing Manager

Education

Anthony Whitson-Martini Education Manager, Partnerships

Morgan-Eliza Cooper Coordinator, Partnerships

Matt McKinney Education Manager, School of Fine Arts (SOFA)

Dr. Carla Carter Managing Director

Tamie Ramirez

Finance Manager

Deja Taylor

Coordinator, Events

Kara Ryan Coordinator, Special Projects & School of Fine Arts (SOFA)

While we do accept sign-ups the day classes begin, patrons should be aware that registration may be denied if the class is full or has been cancelled due to low enrollment.

No classes on Memorial Day - Mon, May 29, 2023

Classes in the Spring session have been prorated to reflect the holiday.

• All classes with the minimum number of enrollment will remain open for registration until the end of the first week of each session.

• Late Registration - Any patron wishing to register after the first Saturday of the first week of the session, will be required to pay a $10 late registration fee.

General Information

Payment Plans

The BAC offers a payment plan to patrons with a minimum purchase of $250 per session. Patrons pay 50% down upon registration. The remaining balance must be paid for by week 4 of the session - Jan 29, Mar 26, May 21. Payment plans must be made in person at the front desk. Payments may be made by cash, check, or credit/debit card. Full payment may be made anytime prior to the fifth week. Payment plans require a signed credit card authorization form. If the patron drops the class at any time during the session, charges will still apply. Membership discounts and sale prices apply.

Multiple Child Discount

The BAC offers a sibling discount of 5% off the member or non-member tuition price for the second sibling in the same workshop or camp. All siblings following the second sibling receive 10% off tuition price for the same workshop or camp. No sibling discounts will be applied to private lessons.

Photography Release

By registering for a class, the patron grants the Beverly Arts Center permission to photograph or video their child’s participation in the Beverly Arts Center’s education programs. The customer also grants the BAC permission to use their or their child’s likeness in a promotional capacity including, (but not limited to), print materials, web site, online or out of home media, and other mediums now or later developed; as well as permission to share photography and video including their or their child’s likeness for use by media publication and institutions that fund the BAC’s operations and programs.

Tuition and Refunds CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Full tuition is refunded only for classes or workshops canceled by the BAC. Students who wish to drop a class after registering but before the first date of the class will be charged a fee of $25.00. No refunds will be offered once a workshop has begun even if the student is absent for the first day of class. No make-up class will be offered if a student misses a class.

No refunds will be given if the classes move to a virtual platform. If the patron no longer wishes to participate, patrons will receive a class credit for a future session to be used within one year’s time. Registration ends the second full week of class. Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met. For classes paid via invoice, customer acknowledges

that remaining payments must be made according to the set payment plan. Full balance must be paid in full by due date given. If payment is not paid in full on given due date, patrons will not be able to participate in any future registrations. Registration fees will not be prorated for classes missed during the session, nor will they be applied to another session. Not attending a class does NOT constitute an official withdrawal from a course or cancellation of tuition or fees.

LIVE EVENTS

No refunds or exchanges will be honored once the tickets have been purchased. Should the Beverly Arts Center postpone an event, the original tickets will be honored for the new date. Should the Beverly Arts Center cancel an event, a full refund will be given, minus service fees.

COVID-19 Attestation Declaration (Health Screener)

For the health and safety of all, it is essential that each student is in good health when attending performances, camps, private lessons, classes, or workshops at the BAC. By registering for any School of Fine Arts offering or BAC performances in this catalog, you (and/or your child) are asserting that the Beverly Arts Center is not liable for COVID-19 transmission in the building. You (and/or your child) are also asserting that you (and/or your child) will not enter the building with a known fever of 100.4 degrees or higher within the past 24 hours, with a cough, shortness of breath, chest congestion, difficulty breathing, (or any other respiratory symptoms unrelated to a known health condition within the past 24 hours), with a sore throat unrelated to a known health condition within the past 24 hours, with a complete loss of smell or taste unrelated to a previously known health condition, with exposure to someone diagnosed with COVID-19 or exhibiting symptoms within the past 14 days, with a positive test result from a COVID-19 test within the last 14 days. We are mask optional. If you test positive for COVID, you must quarantine for 5 days and test negative before returning.

The Beverly Arts Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, gender and expression, sexual orientation, or gender identity in any activities made available to students in the School of Fine Arts.

Membership

By investing in the BAC, you provide our neighborhood and community with lively arts and entertainment offerings. You help ensure the sustainability of a dynamic space that enriches the lives of adults, children, and families. You support working and aspiring artists through art, education and performance opportunities.

We are proud to offer you this opportunity to demonstrate your committment to this icon of the arts so close to home!

Membership Types

Encore Circle | $500

Muse Circle | $250

Family Cast | $120

Individual Art Patron | $60

Golden Art Patron | $45 (Ages 65+)

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Members get more

NEW! OPEN STUDIO: The Beverly Arts Center introduces Open Studio days for Painting, Fused Glass, & Ceramics. Painting Open Studio will be open to the general public on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm for a $60.00 8-week cost. Canvas, Oil, and Acrylic sets are available in the studio.

Ceramics Open Studio will be open to current students only on Tuesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm & Saturdays from 12:00pm3:00pm for an additional $60.00 to the class cost. Each patron purchasing Open Studio time will receive a 25-pound brick of clay. Additional clay can be purchased for $30 per 25-pound brick of clay. Patrons cannot bring their own clay.

The SoFA Spotlight

*Art for Kids: Pottery

Ages: 5-8

Saturdays, 9-10am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Burrage

$172 per session

Sketch Comedy/Improv

Ages: 11-17

Tuesdays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Pater

$187 per session

Chicago-Style Steppin’

Adult

Thursdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Williams $192 per session

**Art for Adults: Comics

Adult

Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Anderson $182 per session

*Supplies included

** List provided

ADULTS

Fused Glass Open Studio will be open on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm to current Adult Fused Glass students only for a $60.00 8-week cost. Glass shards are available in the classroom for use. Extra sheets of glass can be purchased for $20.00 per sheet. Patrons may also bring in their own glass.

Completed Glass & Ceramics projects can be left in a designated area of the Ceramics studio for firing in the kiln. Ceramics & Fused Glass instructors will fire projects according to the BAC firing schedule. Students may not operate the kiln. Please allow up to 7 days to retrieve project work.

All students wishing to use Open Studio will need to register prior to a session starting.

In Digital Photography, adults will look at the world through a broader lens under the guidance of photographer Rebecca Memoli. This course will focus on the fundamentals of using a digital single lens reflex camera (DSLR), and the camera’s many functions in order to produce well-balanced, properly exposed, successful images. Assignments will provide the basics for students to explore their creative abilities, test out their new camera knowledge and embark on new photography projects.

Take Filmmaking 101 and learn all about the filmmaking process including screenplay work, camerawork, and bringing that film idea to life.

*Digital Photography

Adult Thursdays, 6-7:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Memoli

$203 per session

The SoFA Spotlight continued

SENIORS

SILVER CINEMA

The Beverly Arts Center’s Silver Cinema film series returns! This course will feature a curated selection of films, preceded by a guest lecture on the making of each film, and a post-film guided talkback.

W1: Mickey and Judy

January 16: Babes in Arms (1939)

January 23: Strike Up the Band (1940)

January 30: Girl Crazy (1943

W2: Stories of the Emerald Isle

March 13: The Quiet Man (1952)

March 20: Angela’s Ashes (1999)

March 27: Belfast (2021)

SP: Noir

May 8: The Maltese Falcon (1941)

May 15: Double Indemnity (1944)

May 22: The Asphalt Jungle (1950)

Silver Cinema

Senior

Mondays, 1pm

Sessions: Jan 16/Jan 23/Jan 30

Sessions: Mar 13/Mar 20/Mar 27

Sessions: May 8/May 15/May 22

$25 for three films with lectures

$10 Drop-in

BRIDGE

Players refine their Bridge game with directed play and discussions. Taught by instructor Frank Williams

Bridge Senior

Wednesdays, 9:15-11:15am

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Williams

$145 per session

ADULTS

CHICAGO-STYLE STEPPIN’

Come with a partner and enjoy an evening on the dance floor “steppin”. A dance-style native to Chicago and part of the Western Swing family, “Steppin” is a social dance that requires teamwork, footwork, and improvisation as partners work together on the 6 or 8-count. Dance attire should be comfortable. It is recommended shoes have support and smooth soles: leather or suede. If wearing heels, a flat bottom to 3.5 inch heel is recommended.

Chicago-Style Steppin’

Adult

Thursdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Williams

$192 per session

WRITING

The pen is mightier than the sword! Secure your legacy by taking this memoir class, or finally write that novel in our Wednesday Writing With Nancy course. These classes are taught by Nancy Beckett who is a Guest Artist at BAC with a fresh approach to personal writing. As a 20-year veteran writing teacher of the Second City Training Center and Columbia College Chicago, Nancy is a comedy specialist who also offers consulting and home-hosted, writing salons. She holds an MFA in Playwriting from Yale School of Drama.

Legacy Writing (6 Week Course)

Wednesdays, 10-12pm

Sessions: Jan 18/Mar 15/May 10

Beckett

$160

This class encourages narrators to write in combination with photographs. Whether the aim is to share stories, memorialize a person’s life, or simply celebrate family get togethers, most of us can find a few pictures to go along with the occasion. Limited to 8 people, everyone will get feedback. Anything goes as material. Feel free to write longhand,

or on a computer or tablet. Plenty of examples of published works will provide you inspiration. Leave your first-person, truthful account of memories, reflections, and meaning-making for your loved ones straight from the horse’s mouth.

Humorous Stories: Memoir, Fiction or Whatnot (6 Week Course)

Wednesdays, 1-4pm

Sessions: Jan 18/Mar 15/May 10

Beckett $240

This class encourages narrators to explore the basic subject matter of life such as: your body, your relatives, your work, money, food, clothes, your car, and of course, pets. You may also want to write on many other topics. That’s fine too. Humor involves subject matter that’s serious before it amuses. Through feedback, reading-as-a-writer, and writing truthfully this subject matter becomes lighter, relatable, and unique to your narrating tone and style. This class helps you to listen to your writing voice —the sound that readers find engaging and inspired.

3 WEEK WORKSHOP

*Spring Into Ceramics

Adult Wednesdays, 6-8:00pm

Mar15 Smith

$75

Learn the basics of spring-themed pottery in the handbuilding based Spring Ceramics 3-week workshop.

To Register: Click on any SESSION START DATE and you will be directed to our registration page.

Classes curated for patrons ages 18+

DANCE

Notes On Attire: In Adult Ballet, close-fitting, comfortable clothing that allows for proper instruction is recommended. Dance attire is not required. No costumes or tutus, please. Students should wear ballet shoes for ballet classes, however, socks are permitted for basic classes. Adult Tap students should wear comfortable clothing with pants ending above the ankle and black tap shoes. For Chicago Style Steppin’, students should dress comfortably. It is recommended shoes have support and smooth soles: leather or suede. If wearing heels, a flat bottom to 3.5 inch heel is recommended.

Adult Ballet

Adult

Mondays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Becker $192 $192 $168

BALLROOM DANCE

is back at the BAC and dancing the evening away! Sign up with a partner and learn the basic steps used in this popular social dance form.

Adult Ballroom Dance

Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Bell

$192 per session

*Adult Tap

Adult

Mondays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Becker $192 $192 $168

**Adult Tap II

Adult

Mondays, 8-9pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Becker $192 $192 $168

Chicago-Style Steppin’

Adult

Thursdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Williams

$192 per session

*Teenagers (13+) can join Adult class with parental permission.

**Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Adult Tap from a previous session

TAI CHI

Tai Chi is a mind and body exercise characterized by slow, round, continuous movement that integrates awareness and breath support. The practice promotes internal strength and energy through movements based on self-defense and traditional Chinese health principles. This class focuses on various health aspects including balance, circulation, and stress relief.

Tai Chi

Adult

Tuesdays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Ryan

$153 per session

Tai Chi 65+

Adult

Wednesdays, 10-11am

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Ryan

$153 per session

MUSIC

Adults wishing to learn their favorite songs can take Guitar for Adults. Students must bring an acoustic or electric guitar to class. Electric guitarists do not need to bring an amp but should be ready to rock! Students in Piano for Adults will learn orientation to the keyboard, music reading skills and work towards learning songs. Headphones are used to promote concentration. Students may use BAC headphones or bring their own.

Guitar for Adults A

Adult

Saturdays, 2-3pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop $153 per session

*Guitar for Adults B

Adult

Saturdays, 3-4pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop $153 per session

Piano for Adults A

Adult

Saturdays, 1-2pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

TBD

$153 per session

** Piano for Adults B

Adult

Saturdays, 2-3pm

Sessions: Mar11/May6

TBD

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Guitar for Adults A from previous session

**Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Piano for Adults A from previous session

VISUAL ARTS

Our diverse visual arts menu has opportunities for adult artists of all experience levels. Bring your original characters to life in Art for Adults: Comics, embrace your inner Kahlo or O’Keefe in Art for Adults: Painting, or join us in the Ceramics Studio for Art For Adults: Ceramics where work happens on the potter’s wheel or table, using hand building techniques. Art for Adults: Fused Glass teaches students to score, cut and arrange glass while the kiln does the rest to create window art, jewelry, bowls, platters and more.

Art for Adults: Ceramics

Adult

Thursdays, 7-9pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Lu

Provided $203 per session

**Art for Adults: Comics

Adult

Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Anderson

$182 per session

Art for Adults: Fused Glass

Adult

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Huddleston Provided $182 $182 $168

Art for Adults: Fused Glass

Adult

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Huddleston Provided $182 per session

Art for Adults: Painting

Adult

Saturdays,11:30-1:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Liang List $182 per session

Art for Adults: Drawing

Adult

Saturdays, 1:30-3pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Liang List $174 per session

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

In Digital Photography

at the world through a broader lens under the guidance of photographer Rebecca Memoli. This course will focus on the fundamentals of using a digital single lens reflex camera (DSLR) and the camera’s many functions in order to produce well-balanced, properly exposed, successful images. Assignments will provide the basics for students to explore their creative abilities, test out their camera knowledge and embark on new photography projects.

*Digital Photography

Adult

Thursdays, 6-7:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Memoli $203 per session

*Supplies included

To Register: Click on any SESSION START DATE and you will be directed to our registration page.

SESSIONS

Wi1 SESSION, 8 weeks | Jan 9 - Mar 5, 2023

Wi2 SESSION, 8 weeks | Mar 6 - Apr 30, 2023

Sp1 SESSION, 8 weeks | May 1 - Jun 25, 2023

Friday, June 23, 2023

June 24, 2023 (evening) Sunday, June 25, 2023 (matinee)

Friday, June 30, 2023 | 6:30pm

A note about the School of Fine Arts Dance Department...

RECREATIONAL CLASS TRACK

This skills-based track will focus on dance for dance’s sake. These classes are 8 week sessions and do not culminate in a final per formance. Registration is open for these classes every 8-week session.

RECITAL CLASS TRACK

For artists looking to take to the stage, this 16-week track features an introductory, technique based 8-week session (Winter 1), and a recital focused 16-week session (Winter 2 and Spring) using skills learned in the first session. The pricing for this class will include a flexible, 2-part payment plan (please note that the first payment will include a costume fee and the second payment includes two tickets to the Spring Dance Concert). Registration is closed for these classes once the 16-week session begins.

RECREATIONAL CLASS TRACK

EARLY LEARNERS

BALLET

In our Ballet sequence (Beginning with Twinkle Toe Toddlers and followed by Creative Movement), students will learn the foundation of dance by learning how a dance class operates, basic positions, warm-up and cool-down skills, and introductory techniques. All dancers must wear pink leotards, pink tights, pink ballet shoes with hair off their face or white t-shirt, black sweatpants, and black ballet shoes.

*Twinkle Toe Toddlers

Ages: 2-3

Saturdays, 9-9:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

TBD/Ramos

$116 per session

Creative Movement

Ages: 3-4

Wednesdays, 4-4:45pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Gamboa

$177 per session

*Twinkle Toe Toddlers requires parental supervision in the classroom

CHILD

COMBO

Our Combo classes blend two styles of dance: basic fundamentals of ballet and tap. Students will develop creativity, imagination, and body awareness in Combo Intro for ages 5-6. In Combo I, students aged 7-9 will explore building balance, precision, and working within an ensemble. Students may wear any color leotard with tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes, with hair off their face or a white t-shirt with any color sweatpants.

Combo Intro

Ages: 5-6

Wednesdays, 4:45-5:30pm

Sessons: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Gamboa

$187 per session

Combo I

Ages: 7-10

Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Gamboa

$207 per session

HIP HOP

Come learn everything from classic 80’s hip hop to the moves all over social media! Dancers will explore pop and lock, character development, and freestyling while learning this popular dance style. All students are invited to wear comfortable clothing and jazz or gym shoes with hair off their face.

Teeny Tot Hip Hop

Ages: 5-7

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:15pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Gamboa

$177 per session

PRETEEN & TEEN

LYRICAL

A melting pot of dance styles, Lyrical embodies various aspects of traditional Indian, ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Students will work towards perfecting their artistry through self-discovery as a dancer by focusing on technique, strength, and flexibility. Lyrical students need comfortable dance bottoms, a solid colored leotard, barefeet (socks if necessary), and hair off their face or a white t-shirt with solid colored sweatpants.

Lyrical I

Ages: 12-17

Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Gamboa

$225 per session

ADULT

A note about Adult Recreational Dance Classes: All Adult Dance Classes offer a $25.00 Drop-in Fee. Students wishing to drop-in on an Adult Dance Class will need to purchase a drop-in pass through the phone or register in-person. Students must show their receipt to the instructor.

CHICAGO-STYLE STEPPIN’

Come with a partner and enjoy an eve ning on the dance floor “steppin’. A dance-style native to Chicago and part of the Western Swing family, “Steppin” is a social dance that requires teamwork, footwork, and improvisation as partners work together on the 6 or 8-count. Dance attire should be comfortable. It is recommended shoes have support and smooth soles: leather or suede. If wearing heels, a flat bottom to 3.5 inch heel is recommended.

Chicago-Style Steppin’

Adult

Thursdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Williams

$192 per session

TAP

Dance while being your own percussion! Students will focus on tap technique: building basic tap terminology, weight changes, musicality, and rhythm. Adult Tap students should wear comfortable clothing with pants ending above the ankle and black tap shoes.

*Adult Tap

Adult

Mondays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Becker $192 $192 $168

Teenagers (13+) can join Adult class with parental permission.

BALLROOM DANCE

is back at the BAC and dancing the evening away! Sign up with a partner and learn the basic steps used in this popular social dance form.

Adult Ballroom Dance

Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Bell $192 per session

BALLET

In Adult Ballet, students will build basic ballet structure, technique, and strength. Close-fitting, comfortable clothing that allows for proper instruction is recommended. Dance attire is not required. No costumes or tutus, please. Students should wear ballet shoes for ballet classes, however, socks are also permitted for basic classes.

Adult Ballet

Adult

Mondays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Becker $192 $192 $168

RECITAL CLASS TRACK

A Note On Pricing:

Our Recital Track combines the pricing of the Winter 2 and Spring sessions (16 weeks) and will culminate in a Spring showcase in June. This all-inclusive package includes a costume fee and two tickets to the recital.

There are two payment options for this package:

In Full: One payment made at initial registration for the 16-week session. Patrons who choose the “In Full” option will receive a 5% discount on the package.

2-Part: Two payments made. Initial payment (including costume fee) made at the time of registration, second payment due no later than Monday, April 24. 2-Part Payment plans can only be made through the Front Desk at the Beverly Arts Center.

The 8-week Winter I session will have the same pricing as the 8-week Recreational Track sessions.

EARLY LEARNERS

BALLET

In our Ballet sequence, students can start Ballet Intro at age 5 and then graduate into Ballet I/II at age 7, building coordination, turn-out, and skill. All dancers must wear pink leotards, pink tights, pink ballet shoes with hair off their face or a white t-shirt, black sweatpants, and black ballet shoes.

Creative Movement

Ages: 3-4

Mondays, 4-4:45pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar 6, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1$177 W2/SP Pckg: $412

Creative Movement

Ages: 3-4

Saturdays, 9:30-10:15am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

TBD/Ramos

W1$177 W2/SP Pckg: $412

CHILD

Ballet Intro

Ages: 5-6

Mondays, 4-4:45pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6, 16 wk session

TBD/Ramos

W1 $187 W2/SP Pckg: $409

Ballet Intro

Ages: 5-6

Saturdays, 10:15-11am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

TBD/Ramos

W1 $187 W2/SP Pckg: $431

Ballet I/II

Ages: 7-9

Thursdays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $207 W2/SP Pckg: $469

COMBO

Our Combo classes blend two styles of dance: basic fundamentals of ballet and tap. Students will develop creativity, imagination, and body awareness in Combo Intro for ages 5-6. In Combo I, students aged 7-9 will explore building balance, precision, and working within an ensemble. Students may wear any color leotard with tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes, with hair off their face or a white t-shirt with any color sweatpants.

Combo Intro

Ages: 5-6

Mondays, 4:45-5:30pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1$187 W2/SP Pckg: $409

Combo Intro

Ages: 5-6

Saturdays, 11-11:45am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

TBD/Ramos

W1 $187 W2/SP Pckg: $431

Combo I

Ages: 7-9

Saturdays, 11:45am-1:15pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

TBD/Ramos

W1 $220 W2/SP Pckg: $494

HIP HOP

Come learn everything from classic 80’s hip hop to TLC to the moves all over social media! Dancers will explore pop and lock, character development, and freestyling while learning this popular dance style. All students are invited to wear comfortable clothing and jazz or gym shoes with hair off their face.

Teeny Tot Hip Hop

Ages: 5-7

Saturdays, 9:45-10:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $177 W2/SP Pckg: $412

*Hip Hop 1

Ages: 7-9

Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $192 W2/SP Pckg: $441

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Teeny Tot Hip Hop from previous session

TAP

Dance while being your own percussion! Students learn rhythm and musicality through across the floor exercises and choreography in Tap. Students need black dance bottoms, a solid colored leotard or top, and black tap shoes.

Tap

Ages: 7-10

Saturdays, 11:30-12:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $192 W2/SP Pckg: $441

PRETEEN & TEEN

BALLET

In our Ballet sequence, students ages 10 and up will take Ballet lll, learning higher level techniques, musicality, and barre work while increasing flexibility and poise. Once at the intermediate/ advanced level, dancers will strengthen and refine their ballet technique. All dancers must wear pink leotards, pink tights, pink ballet shoes with hair off their face or white t-shirt, black sweatpants, and black ballet shoes.

Ballet lll

Ages: 12-17

Mondays, 7-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $207 W2/SP Pckg: $445

JAZZ

Jazz is a dance discipline that is full of expression and creativity. Students in Jazz will develop and build on jazz dance techniques like passing, turns, leaps, and exciting choreography. Students need black bottoms with a solid colored leotard, black jazz shoes, and hair off face.

Jazz

Ages: 10-17

Thursdays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $207 W2/SP Pckg: $469

MODERN

A class for the rebels! Founded by Martha Graham, modern based its roots in ballet and then went against it. Class will emphasize the use of the floor, a focus on breath, body awareness, and strengthening the body - focusing on the core.

Modern

Ages: 12-17

Thursdays, 8-9pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $207 W2/SP Pckg: $469

LYRICAL

A melting pot of dance styles, Lyrical embodies various aspects of traditional Indian, ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Students will work towards perfecting their artistry through self-discovery as a dancer by focusing on technique, strength, and flexibility. Lyrical students need comfortable dance bottoms, a solid colored leotard, barefeet (socks if necessary) and hair off their face or a white t-shirt with solid colored sweatpants.

ADULT

TAP

Dance while being your own percussion! Adult Tap II students will focus on advanced tap technique by learning tap terminology, weight changes, musicality, and rhythm. Adult Tap II students should wear comfortable clothing with pants ending above the ankle and black tap shoes. Adults will purchase their concert attire separately.

*Adult Tap II

Adult

Mondays, 8-9pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6, 16 wk session

Becker $192 W2/SP Pckg: $360

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Adult Tap I from previous session

Lyrical II

Ages: 12-17

Mondays, 5:30-7pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6, 16 wk session

Gamboa

W1 $225 W2/SP Pckg: $513

Beverly Arts Center in partnership with the Beverly Area Arts Alliance and SXU’s Art and Design Department present BAC2ndFridays: Art Night Out, a curated celebration of Chicagoland’s best art and artists.

This new monthly series will feature a new gallery show on the second Friday of each month with music and a cash bar in the BAC’s beautiful Simmerling Gallery.

For more information on our most recent gallery shows, visit www.beverlyartcenter.org/gallery

Wine Down Wednesdays

Join us for some quality “R & aRt” (relaxation and art) with the BAC’s new social gathering, Wine Down Wednesday, held in the intimate setting of our Lobby Lounge.

Great food, great drinks and great conversations are on the menu with new themes and new pairings monthly.

Wine Down Wednesdays are held the second Wednesday of each month.

For more details visit

www.beverlyartcenter.org

Spring Music Recital: June 23, 2023

EARLY LEARNERS

Light that artistic spark early! In Music and Movement, students and their parents/caregivers will delve into rhythmic activities, stories, finger plays, singing, dancing and instrument exploration. By the end of the class, students will understand the basics of rhythm and movement.

*Music & Movement

Ages: 1-3 years

Thursdays, 10-10:45am

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Parks

$153 per session

*Music & Movement

Ages: 1-3 years

Saturdays, 10-10:45am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Wasowski

$153 per session

*Music & Movement requires parental supervision in the classroom

CHILD

PERCUSSION

Play your inner beat loud and proud in drum class! Students new to percussion instruments should begin with a Drum Basics workshop. Students progress in levels learning proper hand techniques, rhythm interpretation, and keeping tempo in multiple time signatures. Students need a drum practice pad and drum sticks which they should bring to each workshop.

Drum Basics A

Ages: 7-11

Saturdays, 11-11:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop

$92 per session

*Drum Basics B

Ages: 7-11

Saturdays, 11:30-12pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop

$92 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Drum Basics A from previous session

PIANO

Group piano is an ideal way to try out the piano and build a foundation for continued individual study in piano or other instruments. Students learn orientation to the keyboard, music reading skills, and simple melodies in an age appropriate manner. Headphones are used to promote concentration. Students may use BAC headphones or bring their own.

Piano Basics A

Ages: 5-6

Wednesdays, 4:30-5pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Wasowski

$92 per session

Piano Basics A

Ages: 5-6

Saturdays, 10-10:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Whitson-Martini

$92 per session

*Piano Basics B

Ages: 5-6

Saturdays, 10:30-11am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Whitson-Martini

$92 per session

Piano I A

Ages: 7-8

Wednesdays, 5-6pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Wasowski

$153 per session

Piano I A

Ages: 7-8

Saturdays, 11-12pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Whitson-Martini

$153 per session

**Piano I B

Ages: 7-8

Saturdays, 12-1pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Whitson-Martini

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Piano Basics A from previous session

**Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Piano I A from previous session

STRINGS

BAC string classes begin with fundamentals and progress in levels, adding higher technical skills, introducing mixed meters and scales, and challenging students to improve sound and dexterity as they learn to play more difficult pieces.

Students ages 5-7 start in Violin Intro Students ages 8 and up begin in Violin, Viola, Cello I and progress through levels one to three with instructor approval. Students may bring their own instrument or rental is available for $28/month (violin/viola), $35/month (cello) from Paul Wargaski Violins. Rental prices are subject to change.

Violin Intro

Ages: 5-7

Saturdays, 10-10:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$92 per session

Violin, Viola, Cello I

Ages: 8-17

Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$153 per session

*Violin, Viola, Cello II

Ages: 9-17

Saturdays, 11:30-12:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$153 per session

**Violin, Viola, Cello III

Ages: 10-17

Saturdays, 12:30-1:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Violin, Viola, Cello I from previous session

**Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Violin, Viola, Cello II from previous session

VOICE

Students in Songbirds will learn proper warm-up techniques, basic rhythmic notation, and solo and ensemble vocalization skills. Music covers a variety of styles. Students should bring a folder and pencil to each class.

Songbirds

Ages: 6-9

Saturdays, 9-10am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Wasowski $153 per session

PRETEEN & TEEN

GUITAR

Students ages 8-12 can take Guitar, where they will learn string names, common chords and melodies, common strumming techniques, and more. Students must bring an acoustic or electric guitar to class. Electric guitarists do not need to bring an amp but should be ready to rock!

Guitar I A

Ages: 8-12

Saturdays, 12-1pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop $153 per session

* Guitar I B

Ages: 8-12

Saturdays, 1-2pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop $153 per session

Songbirds ll

Ages: 9-12

Saturdays, 11-12pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Wasowski $153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Guitar IA from previous session

STRINGS

BAC string classes begin with fundamentals and progress in levels, adding higher technical skills, introducing mixed meters and scales, and challenging students to improve sound and dexterity as they learn to play more difficult pieces. Students ages 8 and up begin in Violin, Viola, Cello I and progress through levels one to three with instructor approval. Students may bring their own instrument or rental is available for $28/month (violin/viola), $35/month (cello) from Paul Wargaski Violins.

Violin, Viola, Cello I

Ages: 8-17

Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$153 per session

*Violin, Viola, Cello II

Ages: 9-17

Saturdays, 11:30-12:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6 de la Cerna

$153 per session

**Violin, Viola, Cello III

Ages: 10-17

Saturdays, 12:30-1:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

de la Cerna

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/ current enrollment of Violin, Viola, Cello I from previous session

**Class requires prerequisite/ current enrollment of Violin, Viola, Cello II from previous session

PIANO

Group piano is an ideal way to try out the piano and build a foundation for continued individual study in piano or other instruments. Students learn orientation to the keyboard, music reading skills and simple melodies in an age appropriate manner. Head-phones are used to promote concentration. Students may use BAC headphones or bring their own.

Piano II A

Ages: 9-12

Wednesdays, 6-7:00pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Wasowski

$153 per session

*Piano II B

Ages: 9-12

Wednesdays, 7-8:00pm

Sessions: Mar8/May3

Wasowski

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Piano II A from previous session

To Register: Click on any SESSION START DATE and you will be directed to our registration page.

ADULTS

GUITAR

Adults wishing to learn their favorite songs can take Guitar for Adults. Students must bring an acoustic or electric guitar to class. Electric guitarists do not need to bring an amp but should be ready to rock!

Guitar for Adults A

Adult

Saturdays, 2-3pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop

$153 per session

*Guitar for Adults B

Adult

Saturdays, 3-4pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Bishop

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Guitar for Adults A from previous session

PIANO

Students in Adult Piano will learn orientation to the keyboard, music reading skills and work towards learning songs. Headphones are used to promote concentration. Students may use BAC headphones or bring their own.

Piano for Adults A

Adult

Saturdays, 1-2pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

TBD

$153 per session

** Piano for Adults B

Adult Saturdays, 2-3pm

Sessions: Mar11/May6

TBD

$153 per session

*Class requires prerequisite/current enrollment of Piano for Adults A from previous session

BAC Theatre Student Production

Into the Woods Jr.

Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 7pm

Friday, April 28, 2023 | 7pm

Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 4pm & 7pm

Auditions | The week of February 22, 2023 dates and times to be announced shortly.

Rehearsals | Actors cast in the production will sign up for the Student Production Class which will meet 3 - 4 times weekly, starting the week of February 27, 2023, dates and times to be announced shortly.

Ages | Student actors must be the ages of 13-18 by April 27, 2023

Be careful what you wish for, as Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s cockeyed fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of their groundbreaking Tony Award-winning musical. Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables.

Spring Theatre Showcase

Friday, June 30, 2023 | 6:30pm

CHILD

ACTING

Students ages 5-8 can fully utilize their imaginations in Acting for Kids. This highly engaging class is great for introverts and extroverts alike and provides an encouraging environment where students may express themselves through vocal exercises, movement, and character development.

Acting for Kids

Ages: 5-8

Tuesdays, 5-6pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Ryan

$187 per session

Acting for Kids

Ages: 5-8

Wednesdays, 5-6pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Cooper

$187 per session

PRETEEN & TEEN

ACTOR’S ENSEMBLE

For the advanced preteen and teen ac tors, we’re expanding our program to include a rigorous training course with the future professional actor in mind. This course will cover a wide variety of topics, including audition preparation, scene studies, and ensemble-based acting techniques. Our ensemble course will culminate in a showcase, and also feature guest teaching artists from the BAC theatre faculty. (Note: One session of Acting for Pre-Teens and/or Acting for Teens is a prerequisite. Students must audition or complete a placement evaluation to be in this course.)

IMPROV AND SKETCH COMEDY FOR PRETEENS AND TEENS

Become a pro class clown! Students will become proficient in comedy through improvisation, writing and developing SNL-style sketches, and working as an ensemble. Students should dress comfortably and be ready to laugh ‘til their bellies hurt.

ACTING

In Acting for Preteens, students ages 9-12 can fully express themselves by taking the stage. Actors will gain confidence in public speaking and artistic expression through vocal and movement exercises, character development, and engaging their unique theatrical voice in a supportive environment.

In Acting for Teens, Teenagers can explore their artistic side in a judgment-free environment. Through vocal exercises, movement, and character development, teens will learn to express themselves and embrace their unique voice.

Teen Voices: Playwriting will explore the writer & actor’s ability to construct plot lines, dialogue, character development, and story arc. Playwriting students will write scenes and plays for the Acting classes to perform.

Acting for Preteens

Ages: 9-12

Tuesdays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Ryan

$187 per session

Acting for Teens

Ages: 13-17

Wednesdays, 6-7pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Cooper

$187 per session

*Actor’s Ensemble

Ages: 11-17

Tuesdays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Ryan/Cooper/Nelson

$187 per session

Teen Voices: Playwriting

Ages: 13-17

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Sessons: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Cooper

$187 per session

Sketch Comedy/Improv

Ages: 11-17

Tuesdays, 7-8pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Pater

$187 per session

*Requires one session of Acting for PreTeens or Acting for Teens and instructor approval

A note concerning supplies

All students are required to bring a basic supply kit containing pencils, a pencil sharpener, colored markers, colored pencils, crayons, a pair of age appropriate scissors, a glue stick, white glue, and an eraser. Additional supplies will be provided**

In any other workshop, if the student is responsible for bringing supplies to the workshop each week, the Supplies Column in the tables below will read “List.” If the BAC provides the supplies for the workshop, the Supplies Column will read “Provided.” Although the Beverly Arts Center does provide supplies for the Adult Glass-fusing workshops, students may supplement these supplies with additional supplies of their own.

CHILD

ART FOR KIDS

Join Teaching Artist Sandra Burrage

in these newly refined class offerings where students will develop their craft in different mediums! In Art for Kids: Pottery, students will learn the basics of pottery creation and craft their own claywork. Art for Kids: Jewelry invites kids to be the rulers of their playground and design their own wearables (necklaces, bracelets, pendants, and more)! Comics for Kids: Superheroes and Villains fosters students’ interest in art and story-telling through illustration and crafting their own 3D heroes and villains.

*Art for Kids: Pottery

Ages: 5-8

Saturdays, 9-10am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Burrage

Suuplies provided**

$172 per session

Art for Kids: Jewelry

Ages: 5-8

Saturdays, 10:15-11am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Burrage

Supplies provided** $162 per session

Comics for Kids: Superheroes vs. Villains

Ages: 5-8

Saturdays, 11-12pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Burrage

Supplies provided** $162 per session

PRETEEN & TEEN

ART FOR PRETEENS AND TEENS

Learn the basics of character illustration and design in Anime & Cartoons for Preteens. In Art for Preteens: Hand-Sewing and Pillow Craft, students will learn the basics of hand sewing and create their own pillows. Art for Preteens and Teens: Ceramics and Fused Glass will engage students using raw clay, basic ceramics tools, and colored glass. Projects focus on the process of creating and will cover all the basics. Art for Preteens and Teens: Figure Drawing covers the basics of drawing from the ground up, while also teaching teaching character construction.

Art for Preteens: Anime and Cartoons

Ages: 9-12

Saturdays, 9-10am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

TBD

List $162 per session

Art for Preteens: Hand-Sewing and Pillow Craft

Ages: 8-12

Saturdays, 1-2pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Burrage List $162 per session

Art for Preteens and Teens: Figure Drawing

Ages: 11-17

Saturdays, 10-11:30am

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

TBD

List** $187 per session

Art for Preteens and Teens: Ceramics

Ages: 8-17

Thursdays, 5:30-7pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4 TBD

Supplies provided** $162 per session

ADULTS

ART FOR ADULTS

Our diverse visual arts menu has opportunities for adult artists of all experience levels. Bring your original characters to life in Art for Adults: Comics, embrace your inner Kahlo or O’Keefe in Art for Adults: Painting, or join us in the Ceramics Studio for Art For Adults: Ceramics where work happens on the potter’s wheel or table, using hand building techniques. Art for Adults: Fused Glass teaches students to score, cut and arrange glass while the kiln does the rest to create window art, jewelry, bowls, platters and more.

Art for Adults: Ceramics

Adult

Thursdays, 7-9pm

Sessions: Jan12/Mar9/May4

Lu

Supplies Provided

$203 per session

**Art for Adults: Comics

Adult

Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm

Sessions: Jan10/Mar7/May2

Anderson

$182 per session

Art for Adults: Fused Glass

Adult

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan9/Mar6/May1

Huddleston

Supplies Provided

$182 $182 $168

Art for Adults: Fused Glass

Adult

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Sessions: Jan11/Mar8/May3

Huddleston

Supplies Provided

$182 per session

Art for Adults: Painting

Adult

Saturdays,11:30-1:30pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Liang List

$182 per session

Art for Adults: Drawing

Adult

Saturdays, 1:30-3pm

Sessions: Jan14/Mar11/May6

Liang List $174 per session

The Beverly Arts Center introduces Open Studio days for Painting, Fused Glass, & Ceramics. Painting Open Studio will be open to the general public on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm for a $60.00 8-week cost. Canvas, Oil, and Acrylic sets are available in the studio.

Ceramics Open) will be open on Tuesdays from 5-8pm & Saturdays from 12-3pm to current Ceramic students only for an additional $60.00 to the class cost. Each patron purchasing Open Studio time will receive a 25-pound brick of clay. Additional clay can be purchased for $30 per 25-pound brick of clay. Patrons cannot bring their own clay.

Fused Glass Open Studio will be open on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5-8pm to current Adult Fused Glass students only for a $60.00 8-week cost. Glass shards are available in the classroom for use. Extra sheets of glass can be purchased for $20.00 per sheet. Patrons may also bring in their own glass.

Completed Glass & Ceramics projects can be left in a designated area of the Ceramics studio. Students may not operate the kiln. Please allow up to 7 days to retrieve project work.

All students wishing to use Open Studio will need to register prior to a session starting.

Film Course Continues!

SILVER CINEMA

The Beverly Arts Center’s Silver Cinema film series returns! This course will feature a curated selection of films, preceded by a guest lecture on the making of each film, and a post-film guided talkback.

W1: Mickey and Judy

January 16: Babes in Arms (1939)

January 23: Strike Up the Band (1940)

January 30: Girl Crazy (1943

W2: Stories of the Emerald Isle

March 13: The Quiet Man (1952)

March 20: Angela’s Ashes (1999)

March 27: Belfast (2021)

SP: Noir

May 8: The Maltese Falcon (1941)

May 15: Double Indemnity (1944)

May 22: The Asphalt Jungle (1950)

Silver Cinema Senior

Mondays, 1pm

Sessions: Jan 16/Jan 23/Jan 30

Sessions: Mar 13/Mar 20/Mar 27

Sessions: May 8/May 15/May 22

$25 for three films with lectures | $10 Drop-in

www.beverlyartcenter.org

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.