Winter Workshops 2006

Winter workshops begin Monday, January 30, 2006
No classes on school holidays (no classes February 20, 2006)
All workshops are for six weeks

Registration information

Children's Workshops

Monday :: Tuesday :: Wednesday :: Thursday :: Friday :: Saturday

Monday

Art

Beginning Drawing

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Art Room

3:15-3:45pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Children will fall in love with drawing as they use pencils, crayons, and markers to learn basic drawing principles. The students will encounter a wide variety of drawing experience from music inspired art to observing live animals.

Workshop Fee $35

The Crafty Kid

Ages 6 and Up

Littlewood Art Room

3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Spring will inspire the young artist to create works of art from natural and manmade materials.

Workshop Fee $40

Master Artists

Ages 7 and up

Littlewood Art Room

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Whether famous contemporary book or comic illustrators or the old masters, students will learn by studying the techniques of the experts. Each class will focus on a different artist’s work and methods. Students will use those methods and create art using a variety of media from clay to watercolor.

Workshop Fee $40

Making Pop-up Cards and Books

Ages 7 and up

Littlewood Art Room

5:15-6:00PM

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Teachers Kathy Stark says, “I starting learning how to make pop-up books when I was in grade school and it has helped me impress many a teacher in school projects, while it's really so simple!” Your child can learn how to do this too.

Workshop fee $40

Dance

Pre-Ballet

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:45-4:30pm or 4:30PM-5:15pm

Instructor: Georgina Driggers

Have fun playing creative dance games while stretching and learning basic dance positions and ballet steps.

Workshop Fee $31

Music

Beginning Piano Workshop

2nd Grade and Up

Littlewood Music Room

3:45-4:30pm or 4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

An introduction to the piano for those just starting out. Students will learn key names, explore basic rhythms, and get an orientation to the musical staff and note reading. Must bring both the (Primer Level) Piano Adventures Theory Book and the Piano Adventures Lesson Book by Nancey and Randell Faber to class.

Workshop Fee $40

Beginning Piano Part 2 and Part 3 (Primer Book)

2nd grade and up

Littlewood Music Room

5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

For students who have completed a session of Beginning Piano or Piano Explorer 2. Students need to bring the (Primer Level) Piano Adventures Theory Book and the (Primer Level) Piano Adventures Lesson Book by Nancey and Randell Faber to class.

Workshop Fee $40

Beginning Drum Set and Percussion

Ages 7 and up

Studio Percussion/ 519 NW 10th, Suite E

3:30-4:30

Instructor: Tobin Wagstaff

Learn drums from the pros at Studio Percussion. This workshop will feature an introduction to drums and percussion focusing on the basic drum set. Bring your own sticks. Call 284-2495 with questions. Workshop Fee includes Music Book.

Workshop Fee $49

Tuesday

Art

Galloping Creations

Ages 7-12

Littlewood Art Room

3:15-4:00pm

Instructor: Janet Porcelli

Learn to draw one of the most endearing animal figures--the horse. Use colored pencils to shape and shade, with special attention to perspective and bringing sparkle to the eyes.

Workshop Fee $40

Wildlife Drawing

Ages 6-10

Littlewood Art Room

4:00-4:45pm

Instructor: Janet Porcelli

For the budding artist. Learn to sketch wildlife in their natural surroundings using a variety of source material, with colored pencils and pastels.

Workshop Fee $40

Art Attack

Ages 8 and up

Littlewood Art Room

4:45-5:45pm

Instructor: Janet Porcelli

A master drawing class for the more advanced student will teach more advanced drawing skills using a variety of animals as subjects. Class will demonstrate the elements and principles of art.

Workshop Fee $45

Dance

Pre-Ballet

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:00-3:45pm

Instructor: Sarah Ingley

Have fun playing creative dance games while stretching and learning basic dance positions and ballet steps.

Workshop Fee $31

Contemporary Pakistani/ Indian Dance

Ages 7-9 :: 3:45-4:30pm

Ages 10 and up :: 4:30-5:15pm

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

Instructor: Heba Tajwar

Learn Pakistani and Indian modern dance while learning about the culture. The class will educate students about contemporary forms of Indian/Pakistani dance with certain aspects taken from traditional Indian dancing such as bhangra, and garba. The main goal of the class would be to prepare students to perform Indian/Pakistani dance with an emphasis on the dynamic of group dance. Get ready to be immersed in a world of color, hip shaking, and good fun!

Workshop Fee $31

Drama

Act UP! High School Ensemble

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm (12 weeks)

Instructor: William Eyerly

Performance Workshop- "Eddie's Teddy: A Time-Warped Tale of the Rocky Horror Show.” Join the cast for an original sequel to the “Rocky Horror Show” written by Dr. Eyerly that features all the wacky characters from the original, plus four brand new "victims" for Frankenfurter. Features songs from the original. High School performers ONLY. Join the ensemble and "Let's do the Time Warp Again!" LIMIT 12 ACTORS! Show will be presented on the ART Main Stage--six shows April 13 - 15, and 20 - 22.

Workshop Fee $125

Act UP! Middle School Ensemble

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm (12 weeks)

Instructor: William Eyerly

Performance Workshop! “Murder by Bequest" and/or "Curse of Wolvesmeade." Join the cast for these wacky murder-mystery comedies. An ensemble of crazy characters (for Middle School actors ONLY) will rehearse and perform on the Acrosstown Main stage. Space is limited, so sign up fast. A total of six performances: April 13-15, and 20 -22.

Workshop Fee $125

Yoga

Parent and Child Yoga

Ages 2-4

Littlewood Classroom

3:15-3:45pm

Instructor: Laura Richards

Parent and child will explore yoga in a light, fun-hearted environment. Poses are chosen to be fun and ignite a child’s imagination while helping parents to become flexible too.

Workshop Fee $31

Yoga for Kids

Ages 5-11

Littlewood Classroom

3:45-4:15pm

Instructor: Laura Richards

Discover the ancient art form of yoga. Use your body and mind together in this class. Form yourself into a lizard, lion, or flamingo! Relax and breathe and make new friends as this class creates a human “sun” and “rainbow bridges.”

Workshop Fee $31

Teen Yoga

Ages 12 and up

Littlewood Classroom

4:15-5:00pm

Instructor: Laura Richards

Created just for teens to relax, breathe, be yourself. Learn to let the daily grind just disappear while giving your body a full workout too.

Workshop Fee $31

WEDNESDAY

Dance

Continuing Pre-Ballet

Ages 5-6

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

3:00-3:45pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

For returning students with at least two sessions of pre-ballet or equivalent. Continue to build the basics for a solid dance and ballet foundation. Call 352-284-2495 for questions.

Workshop Fee $31

Pre-Ballet

Ages 4-6

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

Have fun playing creative dance games while stretching and learning basic dance positions and ballet steps.

Workshop Fee $31

Hip Hop and Modern Dance

Ages 7 and up

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

This class is all about learning the latest dance moves while listening to your favorite tunes. This is a high-energy class that will really get you moving.

Workshop Fee $31

Tap and Jazz

Ages 6 and up

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

Whether you are advanced or just learning the basics, these fun jazz combinations of the exciting shuffle and stomp moves of tap will make this a challenge and energetic class.

Workshop Fee $31

Drama

Drama Factory

Ages 5-7

High Springs Community Theatre

2:30-3:15PM

Instructor: William Eyerly

Dr. Will brings his original drama and acting workshop to High Springs. This one of a kind workshop combines fantasy and folklore with drama games and activities for the beginning child actor.

Workshop fee $31

Acting and Improvization Mosaic Acting System

Ages 8-11

High Springs Community Theatre

3:15-4:15pm

Instructor: William Eyerly

This intensive workshop features an introduction to the revolutionary Mosaic Acting system. Dr. Eyerly is the only certified teacher of this system in the Southeastern US. The class will include acting theory applied to short plays, monologues, and lots of improv games.

Workshop Fee $40

Act Up Middle And High School Ensemble

Middle/High School

High Springs Community Theatre

4:15-5:45pm

Instructor: William Eyerly

Dr. Eyerly’s ACT UP Teen Ensemble has been showcasing their work at various venues in Gainesville, including GCP and the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre as well as area schools, for the past six years. Now teens in Alachua and High Springs will have the opportunity to explore more advanced acting theory as well as write, act, and direct their own short plays and scenes.

Workshop Fee $60

Writing

Playwriting

Age 6-8

Littlewood Art Room

4:00-4:45pm

Instructor: Nikki Norris

Students will create their own fable/tale and perform it on the last day of class. They will help create some props and costume pieces as well

Workshop Fee $31

Playwriting

Ages 9 and up

Littlewood Art Room

4:45-5:30pm

Instructor: Nikki Norris

Students will create their own dramatic work and perform it on the last day of class. They will help create some props and costume pieces as well.

Workshop Fee $31

Thursday

Art

Clay Creations

Ages 4-7

Littlewood Art Room

3:00-3:45pm or 3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Learn to sculpt 3-D animals and other shapes. Kids will also learn drying and painting techniques. MUST LIKE TO PLAY IN MUD.

Workshop Fee $40

Kids Krafts – Doll Making

Ages 7 and up

Littlewood Art Room

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Boys and girls will learn sewing techniques while making their own doll or action hero.

Workshop Fee $40

Beginning Painting

Ages 4-7

Littlewood Art Room

5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Kathy Stark

Students will explore colors, shapes, and design while learning a variety of painting techniques. A great follow-up class to Beginning Drawing.

Workshop Fee $40

Drama

Mosaic Acting System

Grades 4/5

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

3:00-4:00pm

Instructor: William Eyerly

Take your acting to new levels with the most advanced and exciting acting methods. Learn to take scenes and monologues to new heights and set yourself apart at auditions. Dr. Eyerly is the only certified teacher of the revolutionary Mosaic Acting Method in the Southeastern US.

Workshop Fee $40

Fantasy Workshop

Ages 3-1/2-4

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:00-345pm

Instructor: Farzad Safi

Acting games, acting out fairy tales, and just playing make-believe are all part of this GACA class for the youngest stars.

Workshop Fee $31

Drama Factory

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:45-4:30pm or 4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Farzad Safi

Mr. Safi teaches the workshop he helped Dr. Will develop. This class combines fantasy and folklore with activities and games for the beginning child actor.

Workshop Fee $31

Acting and Improvization

Grades 2-4

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Farzad Safi

Short plays, pantomime, scenes, and monologues combine with lots of improv to delight the budding actor. A performance on the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre’s main stage will complete this class.

Workshop Fee $40

Writing

Creative Writing

Age 7-9 :: 3:45-4:30pm

Age 5-7 :: 4:30-5:15pm

Littlewood Classroom

Instructor: Madeleine Mannello

From picture books to fiction, haiku and poetry to diaries, fantasy to "notes in a bottle," this course is designed to encourage and stimulate the young writer.

Workshop Fee $31

Friday

Art

Young at Art

Age 7 and up

Littlewood Art Room

3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Casey Topcik

Bottle art, wall décor, jewelry, beading, painting, and more.

Workshop Fee $35

Young at Art

Age 5-7

Littlewood Art Room

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Casey Topcik

From paper crafts to picture frames, hodge-podge, and more, this class has something for everyone to have fun with.

Workshop Fee $35

Dance

Pre-Ballet

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:00-3:45pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

Have fun playing creative dance games while stretching and learning basic dance positions and ballet steps.

Workshop Fee $31

Pre-Ballet II

Ages 4-6

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

For returning students with at least two sessions of pre-ballet or equivalent. Continue to build the basics for a solid dance and ballet foundation. Call 352-284-2495 for questions.

Workshop Fee $31

Hip Hop and Modern Dance

Ages 7-9

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

This class is all about learning the latest dance moves while listening to your favorite tunes. This is a high-energy class that will really get you moving.

Workshop Fee $31

Hip Hop and Modern Dance

Ages 9 and up

Littlewood Multipurpose Room

5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

This class is all about learning the latest dance moves while listening to your favorite tunes. This is a high-energy class that will really get you moving.

Workshop Fee $31

Music

Piano Explorer

Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Littlewood Music Room

3:00-3:45pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

Play games, act out songs and break out the markers! This class is designed for the younger beginner. Students will learn to identify rhythm notes, learn the names of the keys and use keyboard diagrams and fingering charts to play songs. Bring Bastien’s Piano Party Book A to class.

Workshop Fee $40

Piano Explorer Part 2

Littlewood Music Room

3:45-4:30pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

For students who have completed the first session of Piano Explorer. Students will use basic rhythms and note names to play songs. This session will also include an orientation to the musical staff and note reading. (Students completing this class will be ready to move on to Beginning Piano Part 2. Bring Bastiens' Piano Party Book A back to class.

Workshop Fee $40

Beginning Piano Part 2 and Part 3

2nd Grade and Up

Littlewood Music Room

4:30-5:15pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

For students who have completed a session of Beginning Piano or Piano Explorer 2. Students need to bring the (Primer Level) Piano Adventures Theory Book and the (Primer Level) Piano Adventures Lesson Book by Nancey and Randell Faber to class.

Workshop Fee $40

Continuing Piano

Returning Students

Littlewood Music Room

5:15 to 6:00pm

Instructor: Gail Miller

A multi-level class for returning students who have completed the Primer Level Piano Adventures Book.

Workshop Fee $40

Saturday

Dance

Saturday Dance Mix

Ages 6-12

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre Stage 2

10:00-11:30am

Instructor: Jennifer Worthington

Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, modern dance, and more. This class is a nice addition to other dance classes or can be taken to see which form you like best. No class February 18; last class March 18

Workshop Fee $49

Drama

Saturday Morning Drama

Ages 7 and up

Acrosstown Repertory Theatre

10:00-11:30am

Instructor: Kevin Mack

Scenes, monologues, acting exercises, and lots of fun. No class February 18, last class March 18

Workshop Fee $49

Adult Workshops

Adult Aerobics

Littlewood multipurpose room

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm

Instructor: Claudia Siders

This YEAR ROUND COURSE meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00PM to 7:00PM in the Littlewood multipurpose room. Sign up for one month, get the kids started on homework, and join us for an hour of fast paced fitness fun. Get in shape now.

Workshop Fee $20/month

Adult Power Yoga

Littlewood Classroom

Tuesday, 5:15-6:00pm

Instructor: Laura Richards

Wind down the day and power up your life with this energizing yoga workout. Let expert yoga instructor Larua Richards help increase your srength and flexibility.

Workshop Fee $31

Parent and Child Yoga

Age 2-4

Littlewood Classroom

Tuesday, 3:15-3:45pm

Instructor: Laura Richards

Parent and child will explore yoga in a light, fun-hearted environment. Poses are chosen to be fun and ignite a child’s imagination while helping parents to become flexible too.

Workshop Fee $31