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 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. 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)

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

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!