Students will work on skills in a structured class format to include barre work, center, and elements across the floor. Emphasis is placed on form, musicality, coordination, expression, and working together as a corps. A portion of class remains dedicated to creative dance and individual expression. Many performing opportunities are available for students at this level. Ages 8-11. Price is based on one class a week for 18 weeks. Instructor: Jessica Wilson

Students will work on skills in a structured class format to include barre work, center, and elements across the floor. Emphasis is placed on form, musicality, coordination, expression, and working together as a corps. A portion of class remains dedicated to creative dance and individual expression. Many performing opportunities are available for students at this level. Ages 8-11. Enrollment is for the 2019-2020 school year. Price is based on one class a week for 36 weeks. Additional discounts are available for multiple dance classes taken per week. Tuition is pro-rated based on the start date of the student. Flexible payment plans available. Instructor: Jessica Wilson

Pre Ballet expands on the elements and practices of Creative Movement. While dance elements are further developed, imagery, musicality, creative thinking, spatial awareness and team work continue to be emphasized in a safe, fun, nurturing environment. This class is appropriate for students enrolled in Kindergarten. 12 classes. Ages 4.5 - 6. Instructor: Tina Anne Marshall

Join our fun, exciting, and energetic classes that focus on the today’s most popular dance moves. Develop coordination, body awareness, build self-esteem and promote confidence while having a blast. 12 classes. Ages 6-8

Inspiring and imaginative classes designed to be a foundation for basic dance principles and the proper French ballet terminology. An emphasis s placed on musicality and creativity while basic coordination skills and the fundamentals of classical ballet are explored through the use of props and imagery. Individual expression and improvisation is encouraged in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Ages 6-7

Join our fun, exciting, and energetic classes that focus on the today’s most popular dance moves. Develop coordination, body awareness, build self-esteem and promote confidence while having a blast. 12 classes. Ages 6-8. Instructor Alyssa McQuillan. This class is from 10:45-11:30 am

Inspiring and imaginative classes designed to be a foundation for basic dance principles and the proper French ballet terminology. An emphasis s placed on musicality and creativity while basic coordination skills and the fundamentals of classical ballet are explored through the use of props and imagery. Individual expression and improvisation is encouraged in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Ages 7-8

For kids who LOVE to sing, but may not be ready for private lessons. Learning to sing in tune and learning musical concepts through singing establishes deep musical understanding and confidence in a budding musician. Students will learn melody, part singing, and harmony as they progress through the program. This class is a great way to introduce kids to healthy, relaxed singing! For grades 2nd – 5th. Tuesdays 4:45 pm – 5:45 pm. Instructor: Mark Schiappucci

This fun, active introduction to creative drama, includes creative movement, imagination, drama games, activities, songs, and hands on crafts. Inspired by favorite children's books, Storybook Theater will embark on a new adventure each session! Join us for an interactive theatre experience! The final class will involve a performance for friends and family. For grades Pre-K to 3rd grade

Students will get to experiment with multiple forms of art making, drawing, painting, sculpture, collaborative projects, and pen and ink. Emphasis on creative problem solving, and the joy of discovery. Mondays - 10 classes

This invite/audition-only studio acting class is for intermediate and advanced students looking to build skills and challenge themselves. Students will study and expand on previous techniques, improving their artistry. This is a fast-paced class that will benefit even a seasoned performer. For grades 4th – 8th

This class is for novice and beginner tappers with one year or less class/training experience. Focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. This class is more loosely based on needs of individual students and as a fun exercise!

This class is for intermediate/advanced tappers. Focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. This class is more loosely based on needs of individual students and as a fun exercise! Instructor: Alyssa Surrette. 10 classes

Students will learn basic sewing skills including how to use a sewing machine and patterns. Projects may include a drawstring bag, canvas and ribbon key chains, pajama shorts, and a zipper pouch. Sewing machines and materials for all projects are included in tuition cost. 10 classes with Instructor Heather Heverling.

Students must have completed "Sewing for Beginners" or applicable sewing course. The first class will be some review and then a potholder project with materials provided by the instructor. Students will then choose from an assortment of patterns to decide on their next project. Students can either purchase fabric and notions on their own, or they may purchase supplies from the instructor Heather Heverling. 10 classes

This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to use a pottery wheel. Continuing students refine their wheelthrowing skills and expand their knowledge of decorating techniques. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. (Adult classes include open studio time). Tuesdays - 6 classes

Drawing with pen and ink is a commitment. The line you put down with an ink pen cannot be erased. But, drawing with pen and ink gives confidence in drawing like no other medium can. In this course students will learn and execute fundamental pen and ink drawing techniques while embracing their own personal styles. Instructor: Sarah Alexander. 6 classes

For adult dancers and non-dancers alike. Stretch and strengthen, have fun, and channel your inner dancer with this class created by Cathy Fallon. Cathy, a former Principal ballet dancer, is Pilates Mat certified, holds a B.S in Kinesthetic Education and Dance, and is an AmSAT certified teacher of the Alexander Technique mind/body awareness technique. Let Cathy guide you to increased core strength, proper alignment, and ease of movement. Explore in a safe judgment free studio!

This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to use a pottery wheel. Continuing students refine their wheelthrowing skills and expand their knowledge of decorating techniques. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. (Adult classes include open studio time). Taught by Hana Reilly. Tuesdays - 6 classes

This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to use a pottery wheel. Continuing students refine their wheelthrowing skills and expand their knowledge of decorating techniques. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. (Adult classes include open studio time).  Fridays 9:30 AM    12:30 PM. Please note on early release days in Hopkinton Schools may result in a start time of 9 am for this class. 

This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to use a pottery wheel. Continuing students refine their wheelthrowing skills and expand their knowledge of decorating techniques. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. Open to grades 5th - 12th. Saturdays - 6 classes

A group experience of Yoga which will include learning the physical practice of poses (asana), how to train and use your breathing to curb anxiety, stress, and fatigue and discussion around the meanings and practices of mindfulness, focus, kindness, and self-compassion. No previous experience required. Appropriate for everyone from age 13-18yo.

The classes will be taught by Ritu Kapur, Owner of Sohum Yoga and Meditation studio in Westborough. Ritu has been teaching yoga and mindfulness to children of all ages for over 10 years. She has taught yoga at many local schools.

Wednesdays 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4, 11, 18 (no class on 11/27)

Pricing - $90 for 6 weeks ($20 drop-in)

This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to use a pottery wheel and/or handbuild with clay. Beginners will receive an introduction to ceramics, forming pieces on the wheel and learning basic handbuilding techniques. Continuing students will refine and expand their knowledge of form, function and design. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. (Adult classes include open studio time).

Students will get to experiment with multiple forms of art making, drawing, painting, sculpture, collaborative projects, and pen and ink. Emphasis on creative problem solving, and the joy of discovery. Thursday - 6 classes. Instructor Sarah Alexander

Learn to use a pottery wheel, plus create pottery and small sculptures using handbuilding techniques. Beginners will learn to wedge clay, form clay on the wheel and apply surface decoration. Continuing students welcome. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing. Thursdays - 6 classes

Based on the works of Louise Nevelson, create an intriguing sculpture from old, broken, discarded found objects. Experience the way attention to placement within a space can make unrelated objects interact with each other to create a 3-dimensional work of art that is both crazy and captivating! All materials are provided. 2 hour class to assemble. They will be available for pick up at HCA after November 20. Instructor Joyce Firth

HOPKINS ELEMENTARY WALK-OVER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP

Instructor Marion Buricatu will guide you to create your choice of an oil or acrylic painting that you will be proud of. You will gain methodoligical painting techniques and get increasingly comfortable with them as you steadily and patiently work through your paintings. A materials list will be provided to students. The class meets Mondays for a total of 5 classes.

Improv for Everyone! (One Night Workshop)

Whether you're an extrovert who loves to be the life of any party or an introvert who cringes at the very thought of standing up in front of others, improv is for EVERYONE! 

Why do Improv? You get to make mistakes, relieve stress and most importantly because it's fun! You'll laugh a lot - we promise! This one-night workshop will cover short-form improv basics in a comfortable, supportive setting. Beginners to Advanced - all are encouraged to come have a blast with us!

The 90 minute workshop will be followed by an Improv Jam session (Experienced improv students may just attend the Jam session). 

Thursday November 21st from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm (immediately followed by a Jam session that will go 30-60 minutes)

Instructor: Barbara Kessler

Workshop & Jam: $30 - Registration required.

Jam only @ 8:30 pm: $10 - paid at the door. No registration required

Many of the most successful people fall short of their full potential simply because they haven’t fully developed an understanding of their own presence.  Our presence allows us to connect, influence, and communicate with clarity and credibility to those around us - our friends, business associates, employees, team members and more importantly those you wish to influence. When you interact with others, they form an opinion of you within seconds and make decisions based on their perception of who you are and what you stand for.

It is well documented that people with a strong personal presence or ‘charisma’ (as it is often labelled), are much more likely to be offered career opportunities than people who lack or hide their charismatic qualities. Work with Kelly Grill to fully understand your own personal "presence" or how others see you in order to fully maximize your ability to be effective in the workplace, at your volunteer position, board seat or in your relationships.  Whether you give presentations on a regular basis, speak in public or work with a team, this workshop can meet you where you are at and give you the tools and confidence to improve your effectiveness. 

This powerful workshop is a guided journey of self-discovery to understand the unique skills you bring to both your working and personal life and how to harness those skills to create a strong and memorable ‘Personal Presence’.The workshop will include individual reflection, vocal and physical exercises to strengthen effectiveness and improve clarity and acting techniques you can use in every day conversation. 

Students of all ages will sculpt their names, pets, favorite objects or other inspiring things out of metal wire! 

Award-winning wire artist Ryan Kelley will help you sculpt your creativity! 2 hour class - all materials and tools included. 

Hopkins School walk-over service is available.

Turn an old book and sheet music into a rustic looking wreath. Using the pages from old books and old music scores, roll, crumple, pinch, or cut paper pages into a variety of textural shapes and assemble into a beautiful vintage looking wreath. All materials provided.  Instructor Joyce Firth

HOPKINS ELEMENTARY WALK-OVER SERVICE AVAILABLE.

Do you want to learn oil or acrylic painting in an upbeat and encouraging environment? Instructor Marion Buricatu will guide you to create your choice of an oil or acrylic painting that you will be proud of. You will gain methodical painting techniques and get increasingly comfortable with them as you steadily and patiently work through your paintings. A materials list will be provided to students. The class meets Mondays - 6 classes. Come discover your inner artist!

The first step in effective communication is becoming aware of and releasing habitual tensions in the voice and body. Designed for actors, performers and public speakers, this class will introduce the tools for developing a free and open speaking voice. Starting with breath, alignment and movement exercises, we will move into language using Shakespeare’s verse. Whether you are interested in learning how to create a more embodied character onstage or feel more at ease speaking in front of an audience, this course will explore relaxation, presence and inspiration from the inside out. Please bring a notebook or journal and come prepared to move with loose comfortable clothing. For teens and adults

Four sessions - Mondays 7-8:30 pm

Instructor: Karin Trachtenberg

Karin Trachtenberg has over 30 years of experience in the theater as an actor, director, teacher, producer and arts administrator. She holds a masters degree in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University and attended drama school in London. Karin has taught theater and arts education at Clark University, Lesley University’s Creative Arts in Education Program, Pine Manor College and The Schauspiel Gemainschaft in Zurich Switzerland. She has performed at various theater venues throughout the Boston area including Zeitgeist Stage, Roxbury Rep, Newton Nomadic, Newton Theater Company, 4th Wall Stage, Stageloft Rep, Fort Point Theater Channel, Marblehead Little Theatre and Open Theatre Project. She is currently enrolled in the Master Teacher certification program with legendary voice and Shakespeare coach Patsy Rodenburg.

Do you want to learn oil or acrylic painting in an upbeat and encouraging environment? Instructor Marion Buricatu will guide you to create your choice of an oil or acrylic painting that you will be proud of. You will gain methodical painting techniques and get increasingly comfortable with them as you steadily and patiently work through your paintings. A materials list will be provided to students. The class meets Mondays - 6 classes. Come discover your inner artist!