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Hopkinton Center for the Arts (HCA) offers a wide array of virtual and in-person classes and workshops in the visual arts, music, dance, theater, and ceramics. Programs are provided year-round for students of all ages, from pre-K to adult. Our talented artist-instructors provide a welcoming environment for students at all levels, from beginners to advanced. We will work with you to discover the best class for your needs. At the HCA we believe the arts are for everybody. If you are in need of financial assistance, please fill out our online scholarship form.
On this page you will a chronological list of current classes. Use the filters to aid in your search. If a class has started and you wish to join mid-session, please contact the HCA via email at info@hopartscenter.org.
Refund policy: If you notify the HCA via email to info@hopartscenter.org two weeks prior to the start of a class, you will be offered a full refund or credit to use towards a future class. Cancellations that occur with less than two weeks notice are not refundable. To read all our policies please visit our Student Information Policies Page.
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07Sep21JunBallet 4 (ages 11-14) 2022-23 Grades: 5th-8th Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Class Time: 04:30 PM- 06:45 PM + More Info At this age and level students are encouraged to enroll in multiple classes each week. Dancers must be deemed physically ready for pointe work by their instructors, and they must participate in a full course of study to maintain the required strength and technique. Dancers participate in one, two or all three classes listed below:
MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN ALL DANCE CLASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. September 07 - June 21 (04:30 pm-06:45 pm)
5th-8th
11-14
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
General Price: $75 | Member Price: $75
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08Sep19JunUpper Dance Program (2022-2023) Grades: 8th-12th Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 03:30 PM + More Info Intermediate and Advanced Dance Program with Pointe, Variations, Repertory, and Contemporary (Please email jessica@hopartscenter.org to determine the best classes to meet the student's needs and learning objective). Enrollment in this program is open throughout the year. Students are welcome to join mid-session while space allows. Class days and times:
Classes will take place at the HCA South Street dance studio location at 22 South Street, 2nd floor, Suite 205.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN ALL DANCE CLASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE September 08 - June 19 (05:15 pm-03:30 pm)
8th-12th
13-18
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
General Price: $75 | Member Price: $75
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08 to 19 Event Date:
Sep to Jun Sep to Jun |
03Jan14MarCeramics: Foundations Grades 6th-8th (Tues 4:00PM) Grades: 6th-8th Days: Tuesdays Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info Beginning students will learn basic ceramic techniques. Initial focus will be on basic wheel-throwing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing. Later in the session students will be introduced to hand-building techniques and can then choose to work on individual wheel-thrown or hand-built projects. More advanced students will continue expand their skills in throwing, hand-building and glazing techniques while working on individual and instructor inspired creations. Instructor: Hana Reilly January 03 - March 14 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
6th-8th
11-13
Tuesdays
Hana Reilly
General Price: $320 | Member Price: $304
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03 to 14 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
04Jan15MarCeramics: Teen Foundations Grades 9th-12th (Weds 4:00PM) Grades: 9th-12th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** CLICK HERE TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST. Beginning and intermediate students will learn basic ceramic techniques. Students initial focus will be on basic wheel-throwing skills such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing. Later in the session students will be introduced to hand-building techniques and can then choose to work on individual wheel-thrown or hand-built projects. Intermediate students will focus on making more complex forms, glazing techniques and other surface decoration. Instructor: Cheska Komissar January 04 - March 15 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
9th-12th
14-17
Wednesday
Cheska Komissar
General Price: $320 | Member Price: $304
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04 to 15 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
05Jan16MarCeramics: Clay Creations Grades 2nd-5th (Thurs 3:30PM) Grades: 2nd-5th Days: Thursday Class Time: 03:30 PM- 05:30 PM + More Info Students in Grades 2-5 will 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. This class has the option of supervised walking to the HCA from the Hopkins school. Instructor: Cheska Komissar January 05 - March 16 (03:30 pm-05:30 pm)
2nd-5th
7-10
Thursday
Cheska Komissar
General Price: $320 | Member Price: $304
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05 to 16 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
07Jan18MarCeramics: Teen Intermediate Wheel Throwing Grades 9th-12th (Sat 9:30AM) Grades: 9th-12th Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:30 AM- 12:30 PM + More Info Beginning high school students will learn basic ceramic techniques such as wedging clay, centering, forming vessels, and glazing. Experienced students will learn more advanced forms as well as hone in on their own individual styles. Form alteration and complex surface decorating techniques will be explored together with the instructor. This class is for high school students with or without prior experience in ceramics. Students younger than 9th grade with at least two years of wheel-throwing experience, and teacher permission, will be allowed to register for this class. Instructor: Hana Reilly January 07 - March 18 (09:30 am-12:30 pm)
9th-12th
14-17
Saturday
Hana Reilly
General Price: $460 | Member Price: $437
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07 to 18 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
07Jan18MarCeramics: Clay Creations Grades 2nd-5th (Sat 1:00PM) Grades: 2nd-5th Days: Saturday Class Time: 01:00 PM- 03:00 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** Students in Grades 2-5 will 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. Instructor: Hana Reilly January 07 - March 18 (01:00 pm-03:00 pm)
2nd-5th
7-10
Saturday
Hana Reilly
General Price: $320 | Member Price: $304
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07 to 18 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
09Jan13MarStory Book Theater Grades: 1st-2nd Days: Monday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info Join us for an interactive theatre experience! 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! The final class will involve a presentation for friends and family. While it is not required, we recommend students take our Little Actors class first. Instructor: Alyssa Surrette
January 09 - March 13 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
1st-2nd
6-8
Monday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
09Jan13MarDrawing Fundamentals (9-14 y/o) Grades: 4th-8th Days: Monday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info
The very foundation of visual arts starts with a pencil on paper. Instructor Lee Ball will focus on making drawing fun, rewarding and a freeing experience, while covering fundamental skills such as contour drawings, line weight, value and texture. All levels are welcome and materials will be provided. January 09 - March 13 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
4th-8th
9-14
Monday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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09 to 13 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
09Jan13MarThe Story Goes On Grades: 2nd-3rd Days: Monday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:15 PM + More Info Join us for a continuation of Story Book Theater's interactive theatre experience! The Story Goes on will also take a journey through our favorite stories, new and old. Students learn how to apply theatrical principles and structure to our adventures and explorations. There will also be lots of games and activities that assist in building our story together. Each session of The Story Goes On will focus on a new story. The final class will involve a presentation for friends and family. Instructor: Alyssa Surrette
January 09 - March 13 (05:15 pm-06:15 pm)
2nd-3rd
7-9
Monday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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10Jan07MarArt Explorers (6-9 y/o) Grades: 1st-3rd Days: Tuesday Class Time: 03:30 PM- 04:30 PM + More Info
This popular HCA program is full of color and fun! Kids will create unique pieces of art that will involve the use of air dry clay, paint and other fun materials. Each week's project will also provide an opportunity to connect the project back to a theme involving culture, history, math or science. Students will also learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists. All materials will be provided. This class is a precursor to our Fine Art Academy. January 10 - March 07 (03:30 pm-04:30 pm)
1st-3rd
6-9
Tuesday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarTuneful, Beatful, Artful: Music for Kids (4-6) Grades: k -1st Days: Tuesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
In this class, elementary music educator Juliet Maglitta will use the First Steps in Music curriculum to provide a fun and safe environment in which children can explore, develop and build on their innate musical abilities. There will be Echo songs, Circle Games, SongTales, classical music, and so much more. Perfect for any child that loves to sing, dance, and move their bodies! Instructor: Juliet Maglitta January 10 - March 07 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
k -1st
4-6
Tuesday
Juliet Naoko Maglitta
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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10 to 07 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarArt Adventures - Tuesday (4-6 y/o) Grades: Pre - k -1st Days: Tuesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST. This popular HCA program is full of color and fun! Kids will create unique pieces of art that will involve the use of clay, paint and other fun materials. Each week's project will also provide an opportunity to connect the project back to a theme involving culture, history, math or science. All materials will be provided. January 10 - March 07 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
Pre - k -1st
4-6
Tuesday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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10 to 07 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarActors Playground Grades: 4th-5th Days: Tuesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info This new acting class is perfect for students wanting to grow their performance skills and those that want to dip their toes into the world of performance. Students will play, explore, develop a sense of community and teamwork, gain confidence in speaking, and create characters while they explore foundational acting skills through games, scene work, music, improvisation, and more. This class prepares our students for entrance into our Actor's Studio classes. Instructor: TBA January 10 - March 07 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
4th-5th
9-11
Tuesday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarFine Arts Academy (9-11 y/o) Grades: 4th-5th Days: Tuesday Class Time: 04:45 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info
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. All materials will be provided. January 10 - March 07 (04:45 pm-06:00 pm)
4th-5th
9-11
Tuesday
General Price: $180 | Member Price: $171
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarCartooning Club (8-13 y/o) Grades: 3rd-8th Days: Tuesday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:15 PM + More Info
The Cartoon Club is a fun and creative class that will give students a well-rounded base and get them started on mastering the styles they desire to doodle in. We'll survey the works of several great artists and study their forms and lines. Learn the tools of the trade, and how to study the fundamentals of simple perspective and anatomy. All materials will be provided, each student will be given a sketchbook that will remain in the classroom during the class duration. Even though a sketchbook is provided it is suggested that students also have one at home for doodling outside of class. January 10 - March 07 (05:15 pm-06:15 pm)
3rd-8th
8-13
Tuesday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
10Jan07MarActors Studio I (9-15 y/o) Grades: 4th-9th Days: Tuesday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:45 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** This acting class is great for budding performers who want to hone their performance skills. Students will explore foundational acting skills through games, monologues, scene work, character building, and improvisation. Instructor: Paul Champlin January 10 - March 07 (05:15 pm-06:45 pm)
4th-9th
9-15
Tuesday
General Price: $216 | Member Price: $205.2
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10 to 07 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan08MarAfter School Acting Games with Miss Lyss Grades: 4th-12th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 03:30 PM- 04:00 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE IN REGISTERING FOR THIS CLASS PLEASE EMAIL TATIANA@HOPARTSCENTER.ORG
Perfect for our after-school walking students, this short session is open to anyone who wants a fun-filled release from the academic day before they start their afternoon classes or lessons at the HCA. Miss Lyss will lead our community in icebreakers, theater games, movement, and more! All ages and experience levels welcome. Instructor: Alyssa Surrette January 11 - March 08 (03:30 pm-04:00 pm)
4th-12th
9-18
Wednesday
Alyssa Rae Surrette
General Price: $96 | Member Price: $91.2
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan08MarIntro to Ukulele (7-12 y/o) Grades: 2nd-6th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info A multi-week course perfect for students who want to have fun and begin to learn the ukulele! We will learn to play basic chords, chord progressions, and songs. The Ukulele Class is appropriate for beginners. Small classes allow for relaxed, individualized learning. If the student does not have a ukulele we will provide a loaner for a $60 deposit that will be refunded after the instrument is returned in good condition. Instructor: Juliet Maglitta
Class Experience. Small-group ukulele lessons for students who are new to the instrument. No prior ukulele or music experience is needed. School aged students. Students will learn:
This will be an engaging class that will allow students' first experiences with the ukulele to be fun, memorable, and frustration-free! Students will get the opportunity to play ukuleles together as a group for the majority of the class. They will also receive one-one-one assistance as needed and tips to help improve their technique. Students will be encouraged to sing along to songs that they will learn to play. We will celebrate the students' hard work with a performance at the end of our final class. Learners will gain confidence in their ukulele playing skills throughout this course. January 11 - March 08 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
2nd-6th
7-12
Wednesday
Juliet
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan01FebTraditional Indian Painting Arts (9-14 y/o) Grades: 4th-8th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:30 PM + More Info REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. Students will have fun while learning the rich culture of India and its traditional art forms. This class will introduce the traditional art of Warli and dot painting... a peacock might even make an appearance! Grade: 4th-8th A walk-up service from Hopkins School is offered. For any students arriving early a homework room is provided. January 11 - February 01 (04:00 pm-05:30 pm)
4th-8th
9-14
Wednesday
General Price: $108 | Member Price: $102.6
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Jan to Feb Jan to Feb |
11Jan08MarMusical Theater Studio I Grades: 4th-9th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:30 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE IN REGISTERING FOR THIS CLASS PLEASE EMAIL TATIANA@HOPARTSCENTER.ORG
This class will cover the basics of musical theater, including the fundamentals skills for performing song and the building blocks of musical theater choreography. Students will build their theater vocabulary as well gain confidence in themselves as a musical theater performer! Instructor: Alyssa Surrette January 11 - March 08 (04:00 pm-05:30 pm)
4th-9th
9-15
Wednesday
General Price: $216 | Member Price: $205.2
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan08MarIntro to Improv (Grades 4-8) Grades: 4th-8th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:15 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** An active and engaging introduction to improvisation. We will use games and exercises to learn the basic rules, elements, and techniques of this theatrical art. Students will harness their inate creativity and use their imaginations to explore unscripted storytelling. Together we'll invent zany characters, imagine new worlds, and make new friends in a safe, non-competitive, and exploratory environment! Instructor: Stacey WeinEnter January 11 - March 08 (04:00 pm-05:15 pm)
4th-8th
9-14
Wednesday
General Price: $180 | Member Price: $171
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan08MarUkulele 7-12 (2.0) Grades: 2nd-6th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:15 PM + More Info This Ukulele Class is appropriate for those who have already taken a Ukulele class and/or have an understanding of the following: Parts of the ukulele. How to strum and tune. Proper hand/finger position. Simple chords: C, Am, F, G. How to count and play chord patterns on the ukulele. This multi-week course perfect for students who want to have fun and expand their skill and confidence on the ukulele. Small classes allow for relaxed, individualized learning. If the student does not have a ukulele we will provide a loaner for a $60 deposit that will be refunded after the instrument is returned in good condition. Instructor: Juliet Maglitta This will be an engaging class that will allow students an opportunity to play ukuleles together as a group for the majority of the class. They will also receive one-one-one assistance as needed and tips to help improve their technique. Students will be encouraged to sing along to songs that they will learn to play. We will celebrate the students' hard work with a performance at the end of our final class. Learners will gain confidence in their ukulele playing skills throughout this course. January 11 - March 08 (05:15 pm-06:15 pm)
2nd-6th
7-12
Wednesday
Juliet
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
11Jan08MarMusical Theater Studio II Grades: 4th-9th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 05:30 PM- 07:00 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** This class is for the student who already has some training and experience in musical theater but is looking to further hone their skills. In this class our performers will further their knowledge of acting, singing, dancing and movement through scenes, songs, and choreography. Students will walk away from this class more prepared to tackle auditions, and acting roles in musicals. Placement Audition is required to enroll in this class. Instructor: Alyssa Surrette January 11 - March 08 (05:30 pm-07:00 pm)
4th-9th
9-15
Wednesday
Alyssa Rae Surrette
General Price: $216 | Member Price: $205.2
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11 to 08 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
12Jan09MarFine Arts Academy (11-15 y/o) Grades: 6th-9th Days: Thursday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS CLOSED*** If you need help selecting another class option for your student please email tatiana@hopartscenter.org. 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, and pen and ink. Students will also learn about different artists and make work inspired by those artists. While class materials will be provided, we ask that each student bring a sketch book to class. Students will be given prompts each week to encourage them to draw and share their work at the start of each class. January 12 - March 09 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
6th-9th
11-15
Thursday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
12Jan09MarGroup Keyboard (7-10 y/o) Grades: 2nd-5th Days: Thursday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info Through engaging games and activities, students will learn about foundational music concepts such as tempo, rhythm, and beat. Students will also be introduced to basic music notation and music reading. This class is the perfect precursor to private piano lessons. No prior piano experience needed. Instructor: Tiffany Sammy January 12 - March 09 (04:00 pm-05:00 pm)
2nd-5th
7-10
Thursday
Tiffany
General Price: $160 | Member Price: $152
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
12Jan09MarActors Studio II (9-15 y/o) Grades: 4th-9th Days: Thursday Class Time: 04:30 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED*** This acting class is open to our performing students who want to continue the exploration of story through the lens of an actor. Students will explore more deeply acting skills that they can apply to other classes, auditions, and plays and musicals they are cast in. While embracing play and games, students will simultaneously adventure into more challenging monologues, scenes, composers, writing, and improvisation! Prerequisite: Actors Studio I or a Placement Audition is required to enroll in this class.
Instructor: Paul Champlin January 12 - March 09 (04:30 pm-06:00 pm)
4th-9th
9-15
Thursday
General Price: $216 | Member Price: $205.2
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12 to 09 Event Date:
Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
12Jan09MarRecorder (7-10 y/o) Grades: 2nd-5th Days: Thursday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:15 PM + More Info ***REGISTRATION IS CLOSED*** If you need assistance in selecting a class for your student please email tatiana@hopartscenter.org.
In this class, elementary music educator Juliet Maglitta will teach students the basics of recorder playing and technique. Students will learn how to hold the instrument, read music notes, and play with others. Perfect for any young music lover! No prior music experience needed. Students receive a recorder with class registration. Instructor: Juliet Maglitta January 12 - March 09 (05:15 pm-06:15 pm)
2nd-5th
7-10
Thursday
Juliet
General Price: $155 | Member Price: $147.25
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
13Jan10MarPainting Fundamentals (9-12 y/o) Grades: 4th-6th Days: Friday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info
Watercolors, Pastels-mixed-media, Acrylics - Oh My! There's a wide variety of paint in the world of visual arts. This class is different from the Fine Arts Academy, as it will not be project-based or focus on a particular artist. Rather, it will be a foundational exploration of all that can be done with different types of paint! From there you will be ready to take a dedicated class to the medium of your choice. Materials will be provided. January 13 - March 10 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
4th-6th
9-12
Friday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
14Jan11MarLittle Actors (3-4 y/o) Grades: N/A Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:00 AM- 10:00 AM + More Info This group class introduces your young actor to the art of theater performance. Students will engage in fun acting exercises and imaginative games that interpret a story that will be presented for the last day of class. A focus is placed on performance, team building skills, and character development. Instructor: Katie Vennard January 14 - March 11 (09:00 am-10:00 am)
N/A
3-4
Saturday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
14Jan11MarArt Adventures - Saturday (4-6 y/o) Grades: k -1st Days: Saturday Class Time: 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST. THERE IS STILL ROOM IN OUR TUESDAY 4:00PM ART ADVENTURES CLASS WITH MS. JUDY. LEARN MORE HERE. This popular HCA program is full of color and fun! Kids will create unique pieces of art that will involve the use of clay, paint and other fun materials. Each week's project will also provide an opportunity to connect the project back to a theme involving culture, history, math or science. All materials will be provided. January 14 - March 11 (10:00 am-11:00 am)
k -1st
4-6
Saturday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
14Jan11MarLittle Actors (5-6 y/o) Grades: k Days: Saturday Class Time: 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM + More Info This group class introduces your young actor to the art of theater performance. Students will engage in fun acting exercises and imaginative games that interpret a story that will be presented for the last day of class. A focus is placed on performance, team building skills, and character development. Instructor: Katie Vennard January 14 - March 11 (10:00 am-11:00 am)
k
5-6
Saturday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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Jan to Mar Jan to Mar |
14Jan04FebPage to Stage Grades: 4th-8th Days: Saturday Class Time: 11:00 AM- 12:30 PM + More Info **REGISTRATION CLOSED** STAY TUNED FOR SPRING 2023 CLASSES
In this four-part workshop, students will take a character all the way from the page on to the stage! Through improv, games, movement, and guided exploration all students will create and develop a character and write a monologue for them. Students will present a Table Read of these monologues for each other, friends, and family on the last day of class. Instructor: Nydia Calon January 14 - February 04 (11:00 am-12:30 pm)
4th-8th
9-14
Saturday
General Price: $108 | Member Price: $102.6
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Jan to Feb Jan to Feb |
14Jan11MarBeginner Group-Acoustic Guitar Grades: 2nd-8th Days: Saturday Class Time: 01:00 PM- 02:00 PM + More Info This class is an acoustic guitar basics course for first-time players! This class designed to familiarize new-comers to the guitar with all the tools necessary to start playing and practicing on their own, and also encourage them to pursue a passionate interest in guitar and music in general. Students will learn:
Students should bring: acoustic guitar, notebook, guitar pick, tuner (optional). Instructor: T.J. Mendillo January 14 - March 11 (01:00 pm-02:00 pm)
2nd-8th
7-13
Saturday
TJ
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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14Jan11MarGroup Keyboard (4-6 y/o) Grades: k -1st Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:15 PM- 10:15 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IF FULL*** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST. A piano class just for your little ones! Through engaging games, activities, and color-coded pianos, first-time piano students will learn how to play simple songs in a group setting. Students will also learn about basic music concepts. This class is the perfect precursor to private piano lessons. Instructor: Juliet Maglitta January 14 - March 11 (09:15 am-10:15 am)
k -1st
4-6
Saturday
Juliet
General Price: $160 | Member Price: $152
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30Jan27MarSuperheroes Grades: 4th-8th Days: Monday Class Time: 04:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** Students will perform the play "Superheroes" by Ian McWethy. For superheroes, saving the world is tough, but the time spent away from work is tougher. The Hulk has to do taxes, a crime-fighting sidekick joins a support group, and Batman goes stir-crazy without enough criminals to take down. "Superheroes" is a funny, fast-paced series of vignettes that explores how the caped crusaders deal with life in street clothes. This class is a performance based class that meets once a week. Anyone who registers will be cast in the show. Max 20 students. Auditions for placement in the show will occur on the first day of class. The performance will take place on Saturday, April 1st. There will be additional dates added to the last week of March to prepare for the April 1st performance. Instructor/Director: Stacey Wein
This class WILL NOT meet on Monday, February 20, 2023. January 30 - March 27 (04:00 pm-06:00 pm)
4th-8th
9-14
Monday
General Price: $324 | Member Price: $307.8
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31Jan30MayBallet 1 with intro to Jazz (Tues South Street) Grades: k -1st Days: Tuesday Class Time: 04:15 PM- 05:15 PM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** Welcome to ballet! Ballet 1 with intro to Jazz aims to be an inspiring and imaginative class designed to be a foundation for basic dance principles and the proper French ballet terminology. An emphasis is 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. Students round out the hour with an Intro to Jazz dance. Dancers are welcome to enroll in more than one class each week. Suggested age range: Kindergarten in the fall of 2022 and 1st grade. Students in Ballet 1 (kindergarten and up) may opt to participate in the Spring Concert as well as the January and June Showcases.
January 31 - May 30 (04:15 pm-05:15 pm)
k -1st
5-6
Tuesday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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01Feb31MayPre Ballet and Ballet 1 Combined (Wed South Street) Grades: Pre - k -0.5th Days: Wednesday Class Time: 04:15 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info This class is sold out.
Recommended for students in Pre-k (going into K in the fall of 2023) and Kindergarten (enrolled in K as of the fall of 2022).
February 01 - May 31 (04:15 pm-05:00 pm)
Pre - k -0.5th
4-6
Wednesday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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02Feb01JunBallet 2 and Jazz (Thurs South Street) Grades: 2nd-3rd Days: Thursday Class Time: 04:15 PM- 05:15 PM + More Info
Students will continue to develop the foundational work of ballet and jazz in a structured class format to include barre work, center, and elements across the floor. Emphasis is placed on joy of movement, form, musicality, coordination, expression, and working together as a corps. A portion of class remains dedicated to creative dance improvisation where individual expression is encouraged in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Students round out the hour with an Intro to Jazz. Dancers are welcome to enroll in more than one class each week. Many performing opportunities are available for students at this level. Students may opt to participate in the January and June Showcases, the Spring Concert, and dancers age 7 and up may participate in our annual Nutcracker performance.
February 02 - June 01 (04:15 pm-05:15 pm)
2nd-3rd
7-8
Thursday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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02Feb01JunBallet 3 and Jazz (Thurs South Street) Grades: 3rd-4th Days: Thursday Class Time: 05:15 PM- 06:15 PM + More Info
Students will continue to develop the foundational work of ballet and jazz in a structured class format to include barre work, center, and elements across the floor. Emphasis is placed on joy of movement, form, musicality, coordination, expression, and working together as a corps. A portion of class remains dedicated to creative dance improvisation where individual expression is encouraged in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Students round out the hour with an Intro to Jazz. Dancers are welcome to enroll in more than one class each week. Many performing opportunities are available for students at this level. Students may opt to participate in the January and June Showcases, the Spring Concert, and dancers age 7 and up may participate in our annual Nutcracker performance.
February 02 - June 01 (05:15 pm-06:15 pm)
3rd-4th
8-10
Thursday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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03Feb31MarDance with Me (Friday South Street) Grades: N/A Days: Friday Class Time: 09:00 AM- 09:45 AM + More Info
This class is designed for caregivers and children to experience the joys of creative movement together while bonding through mirroring each other’s movements. Parents will assist their child in fun teacher guided exercises that will develop gross motor skills, increase music appreciation and interoceptive awareness.
February 03 - March 31 (09:00 am-09:45 am)
N/A
2-3
Friday
General Price: $144 | Member Price: $136.8
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04Feb10JunCreative Dance (Sat Morning Hayden Rowe) Grades: Pre - k Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:00 AM- 09:45 AM + More Info ***THIS CLASS IS FULL*** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST.
Through storytelling, props, music, and play, young dancers are introduced to age appropriate dance movement and our experienced HCA faculty work to ensure this joy and appreciation of dance will remain with the students for a lifetime. Rhythm, coordination, and listening skills are developed in a playful, warm, and nurturing atmosphere.
February 04 - June 10 (09:00 am-09:45 am)
Pre - k
3-4
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04Feb10JunBallet 1 with intro to Jazz (Sat South Street) Grades: k -1st Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:00 AM- 10:00 AM + More Info This class is sold out.
Welcome to ballet! Ballet 1 with intro to Jazz aims to be an inspiring and imaginative class designed to be a foundation for basic dance principles and the proper French ballet terminology. An emphasis is 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. Students round out the hour with an Intro to Jazz dance. Dancers are welcome to enroll in more than one class each week. Suggested age range: Kindergarten in the fall of 2022 and 1st grade. Students in Ballet 1 (kindergarten and up) may opt to participate in the Spring Concert as well as the January and June Showcases.
February 04 - June 10 (09:00 am-10:00 am)
k -1st
5-6
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04Feb10JunPre Ballet (Sat Hayden Rowe) Grades: Pre - k -0.5th Days: Saturday Class Time: 09:45 AM- 10:30 AM + More Info
Must be enrolled in Pre-K/going into kindergarten in the fall of 2023. Pre Ballet expands on the elements and practices of Creative Dance. 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.
February 04 - June 10 (09:45 am-10:30 am)
Pre - k -0.5th
4-5
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04Feb10JunPre Ballet and Ballet 1 (Combined class, Sat South Street) Grades: Pre - k -0.5th Days: Saturday Class Time: 10:00 AM- 10:45 AM + More Info
Recommended for students in Pre-k (going into K in the fall of 2023) and Kindergarten (enrolled in K as of the fall of 2022).
February 04 - June 10 (10:00 am-10:45 am)
Pre - k -0.5th
4-5
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04Feb10JunHip Hop I (Sat Hayden Rowe) Grades: 1st-3rd Days: Saturday Class Time: 10:30 AM- 11:15 AM + More Info
This class is sold out.
Join our fun, exciting, and energetic classes that focus on today’s most popular dance moves. Develop coordination, body awareness, build self-esteem and promote confidence while having a blast.
February 04 - June 10 (10:30 am-11:15 am)
1st-3rd
6-8
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04Feb10JunBallet 2/3 and Jazz (Sat South Street) Grades: 2nd-4th Days: Saturday Class Time: 10:45 AM- 11:45 AM + More Info
Students will continue to develop the foundational work of ballet and jazz in a structured class format to include barre work, center, and elements across the floor. Emphasis is placed on joy of movement, form, musicality, coordination, expression, and working together as a corps. A portion of class remains dedicated to creative dance improvisation where individual expression is encouraged in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Students round out the hour with an Intro to Jazz. Dancers are welcome to enroll in more than one class each week. Many performing opportunities are available for students at this level. Students may opt to participate in the January and June Showcases, the Spring Concert, and dancers age 7 and up may participate in our annual Nutcracker performance.
February 04 - June 10 (10:45 am-11:45 am)
2nd-4th
7-9
Saturday
General Price: $288 | Member Price: $273.6
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04FebParent & Child: Feeling the Love—Treasure Boxes Grades: 2nd- adult Days: Saturday Class Time: 03:30 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL*** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME AND NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS TO THE WAITLIST.
Work side-by-side with your child in this fun handbuilding class. Each parent and child workshop is based on a different theme, and is a great way to get your hands muddy and experience clay. Great for a full family outing!
Both the parent and child must be registered to attend this workshop. Finished works will be ready for pick up in 3-4 weeks after the workshop.
Workshop Theme: Feeling the Love—Treasure Boxes February 04 - February 04 (03:30 pm-06:00 pm)
2nd- adult
7-101
Saturday
General Price: $45 | Member Price: $42.75
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05FebESL Theater Production: You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown Grades: 4th-8th Days: Sunday, Wednesday Class Time: 03:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info Happiness is great musical theatre! With charm, wit, and heart, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanutsgang. This revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, is the ideal first show for those who would like to do a musical. Musical numbers include "My Blanket and Me," "The Kite," "The Baseball Game," "Little Known Facts," "Suppertime," and "Happiness." Guaranteed to please audiences of all ages! Rehearsals will include Sundays from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. No rehearsal during February week. Possible rehearsal will be called during April vacation week. Not all cast members will be called for every rehearsal. Tech week will begin April 30, 2023 and lead into the performances that will take place May 5–7, 2023. Anyone who registers will be cast in the show. Auditions for placement in the show will occur Sunday, February 5th from 4 - 6 pm. The first rehearsal will begin 2/12. Production fee includes a souvenir show t-shirt and digital recording of the performance. Directed by Marianne Lonati. February 05 - February 05 (03:00 pm-05:00 pm)
4th-8th
9-13
Sunday, Wednesday
General Price: $350 | Member Price: $332.5
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04MarParent & Child: Celebrating Spring with Platters Grades: 2nd- adult Days: Saturday Class Time: 03:00 PM- 06:00 PM + More Info ***THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL** CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST.
Work side-by-side with your child in this fun handbuilding class. Each parent and child workshop is based on a different theme, and is a great way to get your hands muddy and experience clay. Great for a full family outing!
Both the parent and child must be registered to attend this workshop. Finished works will be ready for pick up in 3-4 weeks after the workshop.
Workshop Theme: Celebrating Spring with Platters March 04 - March 04 (03:00 pm-06:00 pm)
2nd- adult
7-101
Saturday
General Price: $45 | Member Price: $42.75
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29AprBroadway in Hopkinton: Masterclass in Musical Theater Grades: 7th- adult Days: Saturday Class Time: 02:00 PM- 05:00 PM + More Info We are excited to have Actor Zachary Tallman (Broadway National Tour of Cats) join us all the way from NYC this season. Zachary will be offering a masterclass in musical theater to budding performers and veterans of the artform alike. Students should prepare one song they'd like to hone the performance of and be prepared to work one-on-one with our instructor to find more nuance, choice, freedom, and authenticity in their performance. Students must register in order to reserve a spot to sing with our guest. This masterclass is open to the public for observation as well. Please bring two copies of your sheet music for the instructor and accompanist. After the masterclass, be sure to join us for a joint performance with Zachary, guest Jillian Jameson (Broadway National Tour of Sound of Music) as they collaborate with some local Metro West artists in an evening of song. April 29 - April 29 (02:00 pm-05:00 pm)
7th- adult
12-101
Saturday
General Price: $50 | Member Price: $47.5
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