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Hopkinton Center for the Arts Educational Online & In-Person Classes
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts currently offers a wide array of ONLINE and IN-PERSON programs in visual arts, music, dance, theater and ceramics . Please scroll down to the bottom of this page to access our FACILITIES USE GUIDELINES and safety measures. This guide was reviewed by the Hopkinton Board of Health.
NEW! Study and Enrichment Program. This new program is for students in grades 2 through 8, and is designed to work with the Hopkinton School District's Hybrid school learning plan, with students attending the SEP program on the days they are not in school. The on-site program in our bright and airy loft features small class sizes where students can work on school assignments under adult supervision and have access to enrichment programs in the arts. Find out more about the program here.
Classes are listed in chronological order below. To zero in on a specific class , you can type a search word in the TITLE field below. Or if you want to see all that is available for you or a family member, use the filtering options below to zero in on classes by AGE, GRADE, or CLASS TYPE. If a class has started and you wish to join mid-session, please contact the HCA via email at info@hopartscenter.org. If there is room, we can pro-rate your tuition fee based on the number of classes remaining in the session. Classes can also be viewed on our Iinteractive Fall Class Brochure.
Interactive Fall Class Brochure
If you need financial assistance during this time, please contact us for information on our scholarship program at info@hopartscenter.org or fill out our online scholarship form.
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24Sep03DecTeen Actors Studio + More Info The objective of this class is to allow beginner and intermediate teen (high school) actors a chance to explore the art of acting in a judgment-free, team-oriented way. You will learn terminology, how to break down a scene, and learn the tools to help you build a character from within. We will explore different methods of acting through scene work and character development. The class will work toward a showcase for the final class however the emphasis for this class is the work. This class is for the serious student. Students will "audition" during the first class for placement purposes. There will be work required outside of class. 10 classes. Limited to 6 students in studio to allow for social distancing. The HCA is open to offering students the opportunity to Zoom into the live class from the comfort of their home. Please reach out to us to request a virtual connection to any on-site class by emailing us at info@hopartscenter.org. Instructor: Jere Shea is a Tony-nominated actor and performer who was most recently seen in the Ben Affleck and Matt Damon-produced Showtime program "City on a Hill". For a complete list of Jere Shea's credits, go to JereShea.com September 24 - December 03 (05:00 pm-06:30 pm)
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24Sep03DecAdult Actors Studio + More Info The objective of this class is to allow beginner and intermediate students a chance to explore the art of acting in a judgment-free, team-oriented way. You will learn terminology, how to break down a scene, and learn the tools to help you build a character from within. We will explore different methods of acting through scene work and character development. The class will work toward a showcase for the final class however the emphasis for this class is the work. This class is for the serious student. Students will "audition" during the first class for placement purposes. There will be work required outside of class. 10 classes. Limited to 6 students in studio for social distancing purposes. The HCA is open to offering students the opportunity to Zoom into the live class from the comfort of their home. Please reach out to us to request a virtual connection to any on-site class by emailing us at info@hopartscenter.org. Instructor: Jere Shea is a Tony-nominated actor and performer who was most recently seen in the Ben Affleck and Matt Damon-produced Showtime program "City on a Hill". For a complete list of Jere Shea's credits, go to JereShea.com September 24 - December 03 (07:00 pm-08:30 pm)
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25Sep30OctSketching & Drawing - Session 1 + More Info Stressed out? Time to sketch! The goal of this class is promote confidence in a student's ability to improve their drawing by attuning their observation, trying new things, and practice. In this class, we will execute a variety of techniques to warm up and improve observation skills. These exercises are great for all levels. When ready, students will work towards finished drawings and developing their own practice routines to keep their drawing progressing when not in class. Classes may either start with a friendly and encouraging group critique of drawings or a demonstration of that day’s technique. Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald. 6 classes. This class is offered onsite only. We will go outside whenever weather permits. Space is limited for on-site programs in order to be compliant with the Massachusetts guidelines for gatherings. September 25 - October 30 (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
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26SepEn Plein Art Watercolor Outdoor Excursion 2 + More Info Plein air painting is about leaving the four walls of your dwelling behind and experiencing painting and drawing outdoors to capture the landscape. This one day workshop will take place at a pre-determined scenic location in Hopkinton where participants can socially distance while drawing inspiration from the nature that surrounds you. The workshop will begin with an informative demonstration followed by coached student painting with individual instruction. Throughout the day, there will be numerous topics discussed such as composition, values, various wash options, contrast, textural techniques and choice of art materials. This is a great alternative to on-line learning in which you can safely try your hand at capturing the beauty of autumn in New England! For semi-experienced water colorists with their own materials. Beginners are welcome and will be provided a materials list. One day workshop (with a one hour lunch break). The HCA will supply students with a table, table easel and chair. In the event of inclement weather, the workshop will be rescheduled. Instructor: Richard Denzer. September 26 (10:00 am-03:00 pm)
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26SepUnderstanding Animal Behavior for the Photographer + More Info Have you seen an amazing image of a common animal and wondered how it was done? How do you catch that one-of-a-kind animal shot with backyard animals or other wildlife? Learn about the pre-shoot planning process, how best to approach different animals for your photos, and techniques for capturing that perfect expression. The more you know about wildlife, the better you can capture those interesting behaviors! A great chance to learn tips and practice now for future travels! Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. This is an online workshop. Joy Marzolf has been a wildlife photographer and Naturalist for over 20 years. She is a Trip Leader for the non-profit Oceanic Society and has photographed a wide range of wildlife around the world, from venomous snakes and grizzly bears to butterflies and dolphins. One of her passions is helping people to better understand wildlife and how understanding the subject can help a photographer take better images. She previously taught wildlife photography and photo editing classes for 13 years with Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary. She is now teaching adults and families about wildlife and photography through programs with her new company The Joys of Nature.
September 26 (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
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