This Mad Science Special Event program focuses on specific scientific principles related to air and air pressure. And don't yawn yet! The science of air is FUN when presented the Mad Science way! Audience participation is expected throughout the show and volunteers assist with most of the demonstrations. Children are amazed as a soda bottle is crushed by the atmosphere before their very eyes! We demonstrate how the forces at work affect the world around us, make a hot air balloon out of a dry cleaning bag, and show a hovercraft in action!

Tickets: $10 general admission, $5 kids/seniors

This event is part of the HCA Art Pass and Massachusetts EBT Card to Culture free ticket programs. Click here to learn more.

Tickets: $10 General Admissions, $9 for members

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Learn how to develop a character and analyze a script while building foundational acting skills and theater vocabulary in this 10-week online studio class designed for 4^th through 8^th graders.  Students will be supplied with a script of the instructor’s choice, which students will then read aloud from, practice techniques for developing a character, then memorize and perform a chosen monologue from the play.  Students will also develop performance techniques through led warm-ups, improv games, and scene work.

A laptop, tablet, or video-conferencing device, and a reliable internet connection are required for this class.  It is also recommended that you record from a place where you can sit down as well as stand up with space to move around.  In the event that the State lifts the "social distancing" requirements prior to the end of the session, live classes will be offered at the HCA.   

Using basic materials, students will create an artistic response to a story or illustration given by DESE licensed instructor Judy Smith. Mrs. Smith is experienced in integrating social, emotional and academic learning with art instruction. She will guide students to evoke an emotional response to art and the world around them. She will draw her own response while offering feedback to students as they follow Mrs. Smith's prompts.

A list of materials will be provided in advance that the student will need to order online prior to the start of the class. A laptop, tablet or video-conferencing device and a reliable internet connection are required for this class. We also suggest an adult stay nearby to provide technology support.  9 classes. Instructor Judy Smith