arsenalARTS Membership 2 We are pleased to announce that arsenalARTS Membership now includes benefits from Watertown Children’s Theatre (WCT). Get access to dynamic theatre, creative art classes, visual exhibitions, and diverse musical performances. Classes at a Glance 3-4 Adult Classes 5-8 Adult Workshops 9 Music Classes 9 Children’s Spring Classes & Workshops 10-11 By becoming an arsenalARTS Member you keep these programs alive in our community, and enjoy great savings while helping to subsidize programming for underserved youth and seniors. Family Fun Workshops 11 Join the arsenalARTS Family and start saving today! Vacation Fun Workshops 12 Membership Benefits! Birthday Parties 12 WCT Children’s Spring Classes & Workshops 13-15 Children’s Summer Classes 17-26 WCT Children’s Summer Classes 27 arsenalARTS Exhibitions Schedule 28 arsenalARTS Upcoming Events Schedule 28-29 Policies & Procedures 33 Registration Form 34 Thanks to our Corporate, Foundation and Government Supporters: AKC Fund • Paul M. Angell Family Foundation • athenahealth, Inc. • The Beal Companies Belmont Savings Bank • Brown Brothers Harriman • CA Technologies Cambridge Trust Company • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston-Cambridge • Dunkin Donuts of Watertown The Edgerley Family Foundation • The Fuller Foundation Tommy Heinsohn & the Helen J. Weiss Scholarship Fund • Highland Street Foundation Roy A. Hunt Foundation • Town of Watertown/Harvard O’Neill Charitable Funds Patricia P. Irgens Larsen Charitable Foundation, Inc. • Liaison International Marshall Home Fund • Massachusetts Cultural Council • NLT Foundation Pamela E. Pinsky Memorial, an advised fund of Silicon Valley Community Foundation Mrs. Peggy Rice/Rice Family Foundation • Poor Richard’s Charitable Foundation Riverbend on the Charles • Qualcomm • Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation Rotary Club of Watertown • Scullers Jazz Club • Silver Tie Fund • Sonicbids Sovereign Bank Foundation • Superior Dining Group • Toyota/Lexus of Watertown Tufts Health Plan • Village Automotive Group • Waltham Cultural Council Watertown-Belmont Chamber of Commerce • Watertown Community Foundation Watertown Cultural Council • Watertown Main Street Florists Watertown Savings Bank • WTPhelan Insurance 1 MEMBERSHIP CONTENTS Individual $35 / Family $60 Senior (age 60+) $30 • Discounts and priority registration for both arsenalARTS & WCT children and adult classes/workshops ♪ • Discounts and advance notice for arsenalARTS, WCT, and New Rep performances • Invitations to member events and receptions • e-News about upcoming activities • Listing in WCT performance program books • Entry in the annual Members’ Art Show Patron $250 • All benefits listed above • One pair of free tickets to one arsenalARTS music event annually* • Private tour of the Center (for up to 6 guests) Curator $500 • All benefits listed above • Discount coupons for the Shop Supporter $100 • All benefits listed above • Recognition in annual benefit program book and website** • Invite to members-only appreciation event ♪ Minimum of Family Membership required for discount on children’s classes/workshops. * Subject to availability and upon advanced request, please contact the Development Department at 617-923-0100 x8300 For exclusive membership levels, become a Leader Member as a Conservator $1,000, Ambassador $2,500 or Sustainer $5,000+. For information, please visit www.arsenalarts.org or contact us at 617-923-0100 x8300 Easy ways to become a member or renew your membership: 1.) Visit www.arsenalarts.org and go to the JOIN/GIVE tab 2.) Call us at 617-923-0100 x8300 3.) Complete the registration form on the last page of this brochure www.arsenalarts.org 2 CLASSES AT A GLANCE SPRING Children’s Classes MON TUE Morning Expressive Watercolor, p.6 Poetry through the 4 Seasons, p.8 Art Sampler, p.5 Afternoon Clay for Kids K-1, p.10 Puppets, Props and Plays Gr-2-4, p.10 Comics Gr 5-8, p.11 WCT Scenic Painting, p.14 WCT Jr. Players, p.15 WCT Private Voice, p.14 Evening Intro to Fused & Slumped Glass, p.xx Drawing 1, p.xx Collage Bee, p.xx WCT Improv Troupe, p.xx WCT Boys Only Dance, p.xx Morning Drawing 1, p.6 Reduction Printmaking, p.7 Drawing 2, p.7 Afternoon Possibly Picasso K-1, p.10 Clay Projects Gr 2-4, p.10 Mixed Media & More Gr 5-8, p.11 WCT Blackbox, p.15 WCT Playwriting & 10 Min Fest, p.13 WCT Private Voice, p.14 Evening Beg. & Int. Acrylic Painting, p.6 Art Sampler, p.5 Poetry through the 4 Seasons, p.7 THU Morning Mixed Media, p.7 Beg. & Int. Acrylic Painting, p.6 Beginning Artists Ages 3 & 4, p.10 Afternoon Let’s Paint K-1, p.10 Mixed Media Gr 2-4, p.10 Wheelthrowing Gr 5-8, p.11 WCT Blackbox, p.15 WCT Private Voice, p.14 Evening Mosaics, p.5 Watercolor, p.5 Digital Photo Basics, p.7 Monoprint, p. 8 FRI Morning Painting Open Studio, p.6 Printmaking Sampler, p.7 Afternoon Fables & Fantasy K-1, p.10 Painting & More Gr 2-4, p.10 Painting Gr 5-8, p.11 WCT Musical, p.15 SAT Morning Beginning Painting, p.6 Drawing Life, p.7 WCT Stay and Play, p.13 WCT Page to Stage, p.13 SUN Afternoon WCT Musical, p.15 WED Morning Pottery:Wheel Emphasis, p.5 Watercolor, p.5 Printmaking: Relief, p.7 Afternoon Art Sampler K-1, p.10 Let’s Draw & More Gr 2 - 4, p.10 Mosaics Gr 5-8, p.11 WCT Musical, p.15 Evening Mixed Media, p.7 Monoprint/Painterly Prints, p.8 Pottery:Wheel Emphasis, p.5 SPRING/SUMMER Adult Workshops March 15-16 April 12 May 10 June 21 June 28 Combining Watercolor & Collage, p.9 Art Dolls, p.9 Polymer Clay Jewelry, p.9 Intro to Digital Painting, p.9 Plein Air Painting, p.6 SUMMER Adult Classes MON Evening Intro to Fused & Slumped Glass, p.8 TUE 3 WED Evening Pottery:Wheel Emphasis, p.5 Watercolor, p.5 Evening Drawing 1, p.6 Beg. & Int. Acrylic Painting, p.6 THU Evening Art Sampler, p.5 Mixed Media, p.7 CLASSES AT A GLANCE SUMMER Children’s Classes SES 1 Morning Going Green (Gr K-1) SES 6 Morning Mostly Clay - Lions, Tigers & Bears (Gr K-1) Jun 16–20 Impressionist Painting & Printmaking (Gr 2-4) Jul 28–Aug 1 Earth Friendly Art (Gr 2-4) p.17 Comics (Gr 5+) Afternoon Art Around the World (Gr K-1) Comic & Cartoon Characters (Gr 2-4) Basic Jewelry (Gr 5+) SES 2 Morning Young Sculptors (Gr K-1) Jun 23–27 Clay Creatures (Gr 2-4) p.18 Puppets, Prop & Play- Super Heros (Gr 2-4) Mosaics & More (Gr 5+) p.27 WCT ArtVenturers I (Gr K - 2, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Mostly Clay (Gr K-1) Animal Planet (Gr K-1) Comic & Cartoon Characters (Gr 2-4) Drawing & Painting (Gr 5+) SES 3 Morning Up In the Sky (Gr K-1) Jul 7–11 Earth Friendly Art (Gr 2-4) p.22 Tropical Paradise-Paint & Print Gaugain (Gr 2-4) Polymer Clay Jewelry (Gr 5+) p.27 WCTV (Gr 4–7, 9am-4pm) WCT ArtVenturers III (Gr K-2, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Tinker with Toys (Gr K-1) Comic and Cartoon Characters (Gr 2-4) Painting (Gr 5+) Wheel (Gr 5+) SES 7 Morning Fun on the Farm (Gr K-1) Aug 4–8 Puppets, Props, Plays (Gr 2-4) p.23 Wheel (Gr 5+) Mixed Media (Gr 5+) p.27 WCT Broadway Live (Gr 3-5, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Going Green (Gr K-1) Earth Friendly Art (Gr 2-4) Comic and Cartoon Characters (Gr 2-4) Mosaics & More (Gr 5+) p.19 Wheel (Gr 5+) Mixed Media (Gr 5+) p.27 WCT Shakespearience (Gr 5–9, 9am-4pm) Aug 11–15 Afternoon p.24 Fun on the Farm (Gr K-1) Clay Creatures (Gr 2-4) p.27 2D and 3D Explorations (Gr 2-4) Drawing & Painting (Gr 5+) SES 8 Morning Fables and Fantas (Gr K-1) SES 4 Morning Under the Sea (Gr K-1) Jul 14–18 Clay Fun (Gr 2-4) p.20 Paint & Print like Picasso (Gr 2-4) Mixed Media (Gr 5+) p.27 WCT Shakespearience (Gr 5–9, 9am-4pm) Aug 18–22 Afternoon p.25 Mostly Clay (Gr K-1) Going Green (Gr K-1) Soft Sculpture -Cute or Creepy? (Gr 2-4) p.27 Polymer Clay Jewelry (Gr 5+) Tropical Paradise-Paint & Print Gaugain (Gr 2-4) Pottery & Sculpture (Gr 5+) Comics (Gr 5+) WCT Broadway Live (Gr 3-5, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Under the Sea (Gr K-1) Clay Fun Gr (Gr 2-4) Soft Sculpture - Cute or Creepy? (Gr 2-4) Polymer Clay Jewelry (Gr 5+) SES 9 Morning Tinker with Toys (Gr K-1) SES 5 Morning Art Around the World (Gr K-1) Jul 21–25 Puppets, Props & Plays - Fairy Tales (Gr 2-4) p.21 Comics (Gr 5+) Pottery & Sculpture (Gr 5+) p.27 WCT ArtVenturers II (Gr K-2, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Fables & Fantasy (Gr K-1) Clay Creatures (Gr 2-4) 2D 3D Explorations (Gr 2-4) Drawing & Painting (Gr 5+) www.arsenalarts.org 2D 3D Explorations (Gr 2-4) Drawing & Painting (Gr 5+) Wheel (Gr 5+) WCT Acting Up (Gr K-2, 9am-4pm) WCT Bard Battles & Classic Chaos (Gr 3 -5, 9am-4pm) Afternoon Mostly Clay - Lion,Tigers & Bears (Gr K-1) Comic and Cartoon Characters (Gr 2-4) Paint and Print like Picasso (Gr 2-4) Basic Jewelry (Gr 5+) 4 Adult Classes Spring 2014 POTTERY: WHEEL EMPHASIS A10 For beginning and continuing students. Learn the basics of wheel-throwing and some hand-building techniques as well. Make bowls, mugs and maybe a teapot. Price includes 25 lbs of clay, glazing, and firing. (Limit 7) M/$245 NM/$260 Spring Section A Wed April 2 –May 28 9:30 – 12:30 Tina Gram Section B Wed April 2– May 28 6:30 – 9:30 pm Tina Gram Summer Section C Wed June 18– Aug 13 6:30 – 9:30 pm Tina Gram 5 MOSAICSA14 This course provides an introduction to the art of mosaic making and it’s popular version- shard art or “trencadis” (broken dishes). Learn how to design on almost any surface-flower pots, frames, boxes, tivets, etc. adhesive (mastic) and standard grout will be provided. Bring your own supplies, chosen objects and materials; mosaics, beach glass, shells, buttons and broken pottery are favorite examples. (Limit 8) M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Thu April 3 – June 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm Tina Gram ART SAMPLER A21 If you are interested in making art and don’t know where to start, this is the course for you. We will explore basic drawing and compositional ideas using a variety of materials. The class will start with drawing in pencil and charcoal, try watercolor, and finish up with some mixed media projects. M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Mon March 31 - June 2 9:00 – 11:30 am Nancy Crasco Section B Tue April 1 – May 27 6:30 – 9:00 pm Ruth Henry Summer Section C Thu June 19 – Aug 14 6:30 – 9:00 pm Ruth Henry EXPRESSIVE WATERCOLOR: LOOSE & BOLD A24 Paint loosely, taking advantage of the flow of the medium and some of its wonderful surprises. Focus will be on exploration, process, composition and design elements. Through a series of “fun” painting exercises, students will develop a loose and natural approach. If you have a little experience in watercolor and want to go to the next level, this is the course for you. Materials list will be sent prior to the first class. M/$180 NM/$195 WATERCOLORA23 This class is an introduction to the basics of watercolor painting. Through demonstrations and one-on-one instruction, learn techniques that will get you painting in the first class. Basic drawing skills recommended, but not required. Materials list will be sent prior to the first class. M/$180 NM/$195 BEGINNING PAINTING A28 Start with the basic materials, add the right tools, learn techniques and mechanics, and painting can become a lifelong passion. Each 3 week section will focus on different themes. Materials list will be sent upon registration. M/$70 NM/$85 Spring Sec A, Still Life Sat, March 29, April 5. April 12 9:30 am – 12:00 noon Helena Hsieh Sec B, Landscape Sat, April 19, May 3, 10 9:30 am – 12:00 noon Helena Hsieh Sec C, Portrait Sat, May 17, June 7, 14 9:30 am – 12:00 noon Helena Hsieh Spring Section A Section B Wed April 2 – May 28 9:00 – 11:30 am Dawn Scaltreto Thu April 3 – June 5 6:30 – 9:00 pm Vanessa Irzyk Summer Section D Wed June 18– August 13 6:30 – 9:00 pm Vanessa Irzyk www.arsenalarts.org Spring Section A Mon March 31– June 2 9:00 – 11:30 am Cathy Garnett PLEIN AIR PAINTING A27 The location is Beaver Brook Reservation, Waverly Oaks in Belmont - where Winslow Homer painted some of his treasured pastoral scenes. The meeting spot is on Mill Street at the Duck Pond. There are wooded trails, several ponds, streams, bridges, rustic stone walls and waterfalls. The area includes uneven ground and hills. Public restrooms are available nearby. A recommended supply list will be sent to participants upon registration. A digital camera for collecting images to paint later is recommended. M/$40 NM/$55 Summer Section A Sat, June 28 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Dawn Scaltreto BEGINNING & INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING A25 Paint with Acrylics in this class for all levels of painters. Beginning students will be given exercises in value, hue and chroma. Intermediate students will work on their own projects with critiques and instruction. Basic drawing skills recommended, but not required. Materials list will be sent prior to the first class. M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Tue April 1 – May 27 6:30 – 9:00 pm Helena Hsieh Section B Thu April 3 – June 5 9:00 – 11-30 am Jean Smith Summer Section C Tue June 17 – August 12 6:30 – 9:00 pm TBA PAINTING OPEN STUDIO A26 Tired of painting in your living room? This is an opportunity to use our studios. Water-based mediums only. M/$85 NM/$100 Spring Section A Fri April 4 – June 6 9:00 – 11:30 am DRAWING 1 A30 Sharpen your observation skills and learn to translate your vision to paper. This class is an introduction to basic drawing materials and techniques, with a focus on the use of line, value, texture, proportion, composition and expression. It is a class for students who have never taken a drawing class and those that want to refresh their skills. 2 hours M/$160 NM/$175 2.5 hours M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Mon March 31 – June 2 6:30 – 9:00 pm Marc Morin Section B Tue April 1 – May 27 9:00 – 11:00 am Janet Scudder Summer Section C Tue June 17 – Aug 12 6:30 – 9:00 pm TBA 617-923-0100 x8309 2 6 DRAWING 2 A31 A class for students who have taken drawing but still want to concentrate on basic concepts. The class will focus on working with lines and values while building confidence and broadening experience. M/$160 NM/$175 Spring Section A Tue April 1 – May 27 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Janet Scudder COLLAGE BEE A40 This class is for beginners and for seasoned artists. Come and play together! Vanessa will teach collage techniques and give feedback. This class can be what each person requires: rigorous instruction or companionship in creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Mon March 31 – June 2 6:30 – 9:00 pm Joan Merritt-Krause DRAWING LIFE A32 In this class we draw from life and from imagination to build skills and create new possibilities for ourselves as artists. Much emphasis is placed on play as a way to free the hand and open it to inspiration. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor. M/$200 NM/$215 Spring Section A Sat April 5 – June 7 9:00am – 12:00 noon Cathy Bennett PRINTMAKING: RELIEF A41 Further your art making vocabulary. Explore woodcut and other relief printmaking techniques by layering color, line and image to produce exciting results. Bring your own ideas to expand upon. Supply list will be sent upon registration. (Limit 8) (4 weeks) M/$110 NM/$125 (sign up for both and save $20!) Spring Section A Wed April 2 – April 30 9:00 – 11:30 am Julia Talcott Section B Wed May 7 – May 28 9:00 – 11:30 am Julia Talcott MIXED MEDIA A38 This class equips you with ideas, inspiration and tools to begin to discover and explore your own artistic voice. Weekly exercises, including drawing, painting and collage, give enough structure to create freely, without worrying about the finished product. This class will not cover basic or traditional techniques- all skill levels welcome. M/$180 NM/$195 Spring Section A Wed April 2– May 28 6:30 – 9:00 pm Ruth Henry Section B Thu April 3 – June 5 9:00– 11:30 am Nancy Crasco Summer Section C 7 Thu June 19 – August 14 6:30 – 9:00 pm Ruth Henry ! NEW REDUCTION PRINT WORKSHOP A42 Celebrate the arrival of spring by creating a multi-colored floral print. Using the reduction printing process the artist carves one linoleum block in multiple stages to produce a truly limited print edition. We will be printing on a small portable relief printing press to assure proper registration. Come to class with sketches or reference photos of your favorite flower. Further supply needs will be emailed following registration. Limit 10 (4 weeks) M/$100 NM/$115 Spring Section A Tue April 29 – May 20 9:00 – 11:30 am Leslie Evans www.arsenalarts.org MONOPRINTS/PAINTERLY PRINTS A43 Contemporary methods in monoprint offer flexible, expressive vehicles for beginning to advanced students. Using additive and reductive techniques, we will create unique prints that explore the expressive and intuitive nature of monotype. We will also create monoprints;a series of varied prints that utilize one reusable matrix (linocut or engraved plexi) This class uses non-toxic inks and materials. (Limit 8) (4 weeks) M/$110 NM/$125 (sign up for both and save $20!) Spring Section A Thu April 3 – May 1 6:15 – 9:15 pm Marc Morin Section B Thu May 8 – June 5 6:15 – 9:15 pm Marc Morin PRINTMAKING SAMPLER A44 This class will cover a variety of printmaking techniques; monotype, collograph, linocut, woodcut and carborundum. We will combine these techniques in order to create editions of unique layered prints. Beginner and advanced students welcome. This class uses non-toxic inks and materials. (Limit 8) (4 weeks) M/$110 NM/$125 (sign up for both and save $20!) Spring Section A Fri April 4 – May 2 9:00 – 12:00 noon Ronni Komorow Section B Fri May 9 – June 6 9:00 – 12:00 noon Ronni Komorow NEW! DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS A50 Fun with your camera! This short course covers the basics of digital photography for DSLR camera users. Topics to be covered include photograph composition, perspective/zoom, lens types, quality of light, flash, and exposure compensation. We will also discuss post production computer edits-color balancing, fun editing tools, and print resolution. Required: Must bring your own DSLR camera and laptop. (4 weeks) M/$70 NM/$85 Spring Section A Thu April 3 – May 1 6:30 – 8:00 pm Jamie Spear POETRY THROUGH THE FOUR SEASONS: A poetry reading, appreciation and writing workshop A65 In this five-session workshop we will use poetry to consider the four seasons as a metaphor for the cycles within life. We will read the works of Robert Frost, John Keats, Mary Oliver, E.E. Cummings, and others as inspiration. We will engage in simple writing exercises and discussions to help us create poetry about the seasons of our lives. The first four classes will focus on each season, culminating in a final class dedicated to sharing individual work and the work of other writers. (5 weeks) M/$100 NM/$115 Spring Section A Mon March 31 – May 5 10:00 am – 12:00 noon Marcia Felth Section B Tue April 1 – May 6 6:30 – 8:30 pm Marcia Felth INTRO TO FUSED & SLUMPED GLASS A70 This class covers all the basic information about slumping and fusing glass. Slumping is a relatively new method of artistic glass making. It involves the controlled heating of glass in a kiln which allows gravity to gently shape it in a ceramic mold. Fusing is another method of kiln formed glass. The temperature in the kiln is brought high enough to permanently bond pieces of glass together. Students will learn to cut glass, assemble projects and the basic principles of heating and cooling glass. No previous experience necessary. $25 materials fee payable to the instructor. (4 weeks) M/$175 NM/$190 Spring Section A Mon March 31 – April 28 6:30 – 9:00 pm Sara Beth Zurit Summer Section B 617-923-0100 x8309 Mon June 2 – June 23 6:30 – 9:00 pm Sara Beth Zurit 8 Adult Workshops Spring 2014 ART DOLLS W01 Create beautiful, intriguing one-of-a-kind dolls which are full of personality and style. You’ll make them from old socks, fabric and will embellish them with dye, paint, beads and embroidery. (Limit 10 ) M/$35 NM/$50 Spring Section A Sat April 12 10 – 12 noon Janet Scudder POLYMER CLAY JEWELRY W03 Learn the basics of working with polymer clay to create patterns and textures that can then be turned into delightful jewelry or surface design elements. Techniques covered will include caning, the Skinner blend, bead making, and more! Materials list will be provided. M/$35 NM/$50 Spring Section A Sat May 10 1 – 4pm Aneleise Ruggles INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PAINTING W04 This is an exciting drawing and painting class using an iPad and the painting app “Procreate”. Digital painting has found its way into the processes of many contemporary painters, including David Hockney and Amy Sillman. The unique features of the digital medium permit any type of expression or style, allow us to manipulate opacity and color and to distort and import images. Many artists find the medium remarkably liberating, as everything can be altered at a moment’s notice, no expensive materials are wasted, and the visual effects are stunning and immediate. The finished images can be printed as an end in themselves, or used as a starting point for work in another medium. Students should bring to class a fully charged iPad and should know their security passwords and their iTunes password. We will be using the software Procreate, which should be downloaded before coming to class. M/$70 NM/$85 Summer Section A Sat June 21 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Betty Glick 9 ABSTRACT ASPECTS OF COMBINING WATERCOLOR & COLLAGE A24 Loosen your approach to painting and use this technique to more clearly see the abstract qualities of nature. Experiment with watercolor techniques and adhere different papers to watercolor surfaces. This will provide a textured ground for painting. Working with transparent watercolor, oriental rice papers and matte medium in various combinations, you will see the shapes and textures of nature as the collages develop. M/$100 NM/$115 Spring Section A Sat/Sun Mar 15,16 12:00 – 4:00 pm Cathy Garnett MAKING BOOKS, ONE-TWO-THREE! A45 Week One: Simple Book Forms —make “instabooks” accordion books, and simple-stitched bound books. Week Two: Flag Books — also called a flap book Week Three: Tunnel Books —using a variety of materials and variations.(3 weeks) M/$80 NM/$95 Spring Section A Tue April 1 – 15 9:00 – 11:30 am Ronni Komarow Music Classes Spring/Summer 2014 NEW! TEEN VOICE MASTERCLASS Join Donna McElroy, Grammy-nominated vocalist, as she teaches techniques such as protecting your voice, stage presence, building confidence and choosing the right song for you! $45 per class or $125 for the series March 29, April 12 and May 17 Spring 12:00 – 2:00 pm For students ages 14+ NEW! GUITAR LESSONS WITH ALEX BABOIAN Private half hour sessions. Available to students in middle school and high school. For the past 8 years, Baboian has performed all over America at jazz festivals and premier jazz clubs. This course will focus on understanding technique and theory of the instrument, as well as learning songs and styles including but not limited to:Jazz, Blues, Classical, Rock, Pop, and World Music. For more information or to register, Call:617-923-0100 x8309 www.arsenalarts.org Children’s Classes Spring 2014 AGES 3 & 4 BEGINNING ARTISTS (ages 3 & 4) C10 Children will find their introduction to art an exciting adventure in color shapes and materials. Each class focuses on a new topic. Projects encourage children to explore a variety of materials in an atmosphere of discovery and creativity. M/$120 NM/$135 Section A Thu April 3 – June 5 10:00 – 11:30 am GRADES K–1 CLAY FOR KIDS (Grades K–1) C20 Imagination is the guide as youngsters learn the fundamentals of shape, texture and color, form and function while having a great time in the process. Pinch pots and coil-building techniques are taught to create free form sculpture and functional pots. M/$145 NM/$160 Section E Mon March 31 – June 2 4:00 – 5:30 pm ART SAMPLER (Grades K–1) C23 An exploration of drawing and painting, using many materials, a variety of 2D and 3D formats and lots of imagination. M/$145 NM/$160 Section B Wed April 2 – May 28 4:00 – 5:30 pm FABLES & FANTASY (Grades K–1) C24 Come dive into a fantastical world of myths and mysteries as we create our own worlds filled with creatures and beings inspired by ancient tales of mermaids, heroes and more! M/$145 NM/$160 Session B Fri April 4 – June 6 4:00 – 5:30 pm LET’S PAINT (Grades K–1) C25 Experiment with many painting tools, surfaces, styles and colors. Use watercolors and tempera to make realistic, illusionist and expressionistic paintings. M/$145 NM/$160 Section C Thu April 3 – June 5 4:00 – 5:30 pm POSSIBLY PICASSO (Grades K–1) C28 Probably the most important painter in the last century, Picasso used many styles to create his work. His work will be the basis for yours in this class. You will create your own drawings, paintings and sculpture. M/$145 NM/$160 Section C Tue April1 – May 27 4:00 – 5:30 pm GRADES 2–4 CLAY PROJECTS (Grades 2–4) C30 Discover the magic of clay in this class. Students will learn pinch, coil and slab techniques, and glaze and fire pots, tiles and sculptural work. M/$145 NM/$160 Section E Tue April 1– May 27 4:00 – 5:30 pm LET’S DRAW & MORE (Grades 2–4) C33 Developing observation skills, students explore different subjects with a variety of drawing materials (craypas, markers, colored pencils, pastels, charcoal). Students will create realistic and abstract drawings and paintings. M/$145 NM/$160 Section F Wed April 2 – May 28 4:00 – 5:30 pm MIXED MEDIA (Grades 2–4) C35 Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing and unexpected materials to create energetic and expressive artworks. M/$145 NM/$160 Section A Thu April 3 – June 5 4:00 - 5:30pm PAINTING & MORE (Grades 2–4) C36 Experiment with many painting tools, surfaces, styles and colors. Use watercolors and tempera to make realistic, illusionist and expressionistic paintings. M/$145 NM/$160 Section C Fri April 4 – June 6 4:00 – 5:30 pm PUPPETS, PROPS AND PLAYS (Grades 2–4) C39 Create gentle hand puppets, build simple sets and watch the students “Tell Our Story” at a performance at the end of the session. (Limit 10) M/$145 NM/$160 Section D Mon Mar 31 – June 2 4:00 – 5:30 pm 617-923-0100 x8309 10 Family Fun Workshops GRADES 5–8 Vacation Workshops COMICS (Grades 5–8) C41 Learn to draw some of your favorite characters and then try to create your own. Drawing styles include Anime/Manga style, funky, retro and like a Disney animator. M/$145 NM/$160 Section D Mon Mar 31 – June 2 4:00 - 5:30 pm PAINTING (Grades 5–8) C42 Students will continue to develop basic painting skills and techniques using watercolor and acrylic paints, exploring paint application, color, composition, and light and shadow. M/$145 NM/$160 Section E Fri April 4 – June 6 4:00 – 5-30 pm MIXED MEDIA & MORE (Grades 5–8) C49 Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing materials to create energetic and expressive artwork. M/$145 NM/$160 Section B Tue April 1– May 27 4:00 – 5:30 pm MOSAICS (Grades 5–8) C48 Design and create mosaics with a variety of materials and surfaces. Create paper designs (which look great as greeting cards or framed pieces) and produce finished tiles suitable for hanging. M/$160 NM/$175 Section B Wed April 2 – May 28 4:00 – 5:30 pm WHEEL (ages 10+) C47 Learn to wedge clay, center on the wheel and experiment with basic forming and glazing techniques. Price includes clay and firing of your creations. (Limit 7) M/$165 NM/$180 Section E Thu April 3 –June 5 4:00 – 5:30 pm TALL TALES, April 22 - 25 (4 days) Tall tales are known for their amazing adventures and fantastic events that could never come true! Join the teaching artists at arsenalArts for a week of acting, art, and adventure as we explore tall tales! The week concludes with a final presentation for family and friends! GRADES K–5 FAMILY FUN P01 Experiment with paint, paper and collage to create works of art together. Use your imagination and make your own special masterpiece. Different projects will be offered for each class. Perfect for families with children 4 – 10. M/$60 per pair NM/$75 per pair. Each additional child/$5 Section A Sunday March 30, April 6, 13 1:30 – 3:00 pm PARENT & TODDLER P02 Spend creative time with your toddler. Explore and make simple projects at a “little guy’s” pace with clay, paint, water, glue and more. Half tuition for the second child. (Limit 8 pairs) M/$120 NM/$135 Spring Section A Thu April 4 – May 30 10:00 – 11:30am ART TOGETHER – CLAY (Ages 5 & up) P03 We have picked our three most popular clay projects for you to do with your child. Learn some basic hand-building techniques and use them to create bowls, mugs, and piggy banks. Tuition includes material and firing fee. (Limit 8 pairs) M/$105 per pair NM/$120 per pair. Section A Sun April 27, May 4, 18 1:30 - 3:00 pm Creative Creatures (Grades K–2) M/$130 NM/$145 9:00 am – 12:30 pm AV1 Folktales & Fables (Grades K–2) M/$130 NM/$145 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm AV2 Folktales & Fables (Grades 3–5) M/$130 NM/$145 9:00 am – 12:30 pm AV3 Creative Creatures (Grades 3–5) M/$130 NM/$145 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm AV4 Theatre and Dance (Grades K–2) M/$130 NM/$145 9:00 am – 12:30 pm AV5 Singing and Music (Grades K–2) M/$130 NM/$145 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm AV6 Singing and Music (Grades 3–5) M/$130 NM/$145 9:00 am – 12:30 pm AV7 Theatre and Dance (Grades 3–5) M/$130 NM/$145 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm AV8 GRADES 6–9 Wheelthrowing (Grades 6 – 9) M/$150 NM/$165 9:00 am – 12:30 pm AV9 Pottery & Sculpture (Grades 6 – 9)AV10 M/$150 NM/$165 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm Birthday Parties Celebrate your child’s birthday or your own! with an art workshop party at the Arsenal Center for the Arts. Workshops include mask making, T-Shirt painting, clay animals and more. Cost is $175 for members, $200 for non-members, for a party of up to 10. Each additional guest is $10. (There is a minimal surcharge for T-shirt workshops) Call 617-923-0100 x8309 to reserve your date and for more details. 11 www.arsenalarts.org 617-923-0100 x8309 12 WATERTOWN CHILDREN’S THEATRE SPRING 2014 STAY AND PLAY In Stay and Play children and caregivers will explore their creativity through various artistic activities. Students will get to use their imaginations, play with others, and experience two to three activities in each session. Around the World: Sing Along, Theatre Games & Crafts! (2 years - 4 years) Stay and Play! Ready to rock out to sing along favorites? Get silly with a theatre game? Or get crazy with paint? Join us for a class filled with music, games and crafts. Each class will explore the culture of a different country, with circle sing-a-longs, movement-filled theatrical games and hands-on craft projects each week. M/$120 NM/$135 March 29 - June 7, Saturdays 10-11:30 am (No Class 4/26, 5/3 and 5/24) PAGE TO STAGE In Page to Stage students will learn to collaborate, explore new creative ideas, and find their voices while utilizing various classic texts and childhood favorites. Additionally, students will be introduced to basic performance skills and elements. Funky Folk Tales! (Age 4 years - Gr 1) Tikki Tikki Tembo and friends run about! Explore with Tikki Tikki Tembo from China, The Runaway Pancake from Germany, The Little Black Bird from India and more! Dive into these tales from around the globe, create your own endings and more, working toward a final ensemble performance in the Mosesian Theater! M/$120 NM/$135 March 22 - June 14, Saturdays 10:30 am-noon (No Class 4/26, 5/3 and 5/24) MASTER CLASS This performance-based master class, led by local and visiting theatre artists, will help you prepare for upcoming auditions, keep your skills sharp, or try something new! Puppetry & Puppet Construction! (Grade 3-6) Join WCT and a Puppet Master to explore acting and theatre with puppets! Students will build their own simple puppets and have the opportunity to perform with their creations! M/$50 NM/$55 May 31, Saturday, 3-5pm WILDCARD In WildCard classes students will get to explore a new skill or aspect of theatre arts not covered in our other offerings. Students will stretch their knowledge of various aspects of performing arts, build collaborative skills, and expand their creativity. Playwriting & Ten Minute Play Festival (Grades 8-12) Ready to see your stories come alive? Interested in taking a script and putting it on its feet? This is the class for you! Join us in our exploration of playwriting, ending in a ten-minute play festival of students’ new works! M/$130 NM/$145 April 8-June 10, Tuesdays 5:30-7 pm (No Class 4/22); Final Presentation: June 14, Time TBA Improv Troupe! (Grades 5-8) Do you love games like Park Bench and Taxi Cab? Then join us for this class exploring improvisation through games and short form improvisation! Improv is a wonderful performance skill that pushes you out of the box, helps to build confidence, and can be used to explore both comedy and drama. This class will conclude with a mini improv show! M/$120 NM/$135 April 7-June 9, Mondays 5-6:30 pm (No Class 4/21, 5/26) Final Presentation: June 14, Time TBA To register please visit www.watertownchildrenstheatre.org or call us at 617-926-ARTS (2787) 13 WATERTOWN CHILDREN’S THEATRE SPRING 2014 MUSIC and MOVEMENT These classes will work to incorporate mind, body and character into one. Work will focus on building coordination & character physicalization and vocalization. In our Music and Movement classes students will focus on vocal and dance based offerings. Boys Only Dance Review! (Grades 5-9) Explore the different styles of dance most commonly used in theatre and build your knowledge of dance combinations and terminology. Learn essential dance styles from classical to contemporary Broadway musicals in this fun and energetic class! M/$120 NM/$135 April 7-June 14, Mondays 7-8:30 pm (No Class 4/21, 5/26) Final Presentation: June 14, Time TBA (Grade 4- Adult) Tuition: $35/half hour Private Voice Lessons (Grade 4- Adult) Strengthen your voice through individual lessons with Rebecca Rapoport-Cole! Special attention will be paid to proper vocal technique, performance ability and stage deportment, as well as general music appreciation. WCT Private Voice lessons are currently FULL - please contact WCT to be added to wait list. $35/half hour. BACKSTAGE PASS Backstage Pass offerings will run the gauntlet of all aspects of technical and production based theatre. Students will focus on one aspect per class, learn the ropes, and get to use their skills in conjunction with one of our productions! Scenic Painting: Into the Jungle! (Grades 3-5) Paint the scene! Come out and learn about creating the world of the play in our scenic painting class! Students will learn about scene painting and specific scenic painting skills such as woodgraining, marbling, and stone work. A major project in the class will be painting part of the set of Jungle Book! M/$120 NM/$135 March 31-June 9, Mondays 3:30-5 pm (No Class 4/21, 5/26) AUDITION WORKSHOP (Grade 3-9) Never auditioned for a musical before? Looking to brush up your dance skills, scene work, and vocal performance? Then this is the workshop for you! In this 2 hour intensive, students will gain confidence and skills that will assist them in any audition and will receive feedback from a mock audition. M/$30 NM/$35 March 28, Friday 3:30-5:30 pm ARTIST DEN (Participants 17 & under, Audience All Ages!) Ever wanted to go to an open mic night? Looking for an audience of friendly faces to share your latest project? Come out to the Artist Den! Join us for this free opportunity for the WCT community to gather and share their work (poetry, acting, improvisation, music, & dance) and also hear an invited guest artist from the Boston community! This is a great, no pressure, low key, fun performance opportunity! Not interested in performing this time? Please come out and support your fellow performers! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE! Sign-up to perform at an Artist’s Den by emailing your name and piece to: [email protected] The first Artist Den will benefit the Watertown Food Pantry - please bring a non-perishable food donation! (Suggestions: canned soup, canned tuna, canned chicken, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, boxed mac and cheese, peanut butter and other nut butters). Thank you in advance for your donations! Friday, April 11, 6:00-7:00 pm To register please visit www.watertownchildrenstheatre.org or call us at 617-926-ARTS (2787) 14 WATERTOWN CHILDREN’S THEATRE SPRING 2014 PRODUCTIONS MUSICAL SERIES - Grease: School Version (Grades 3–9) M/$220 NM/$225 Join us as we jump back to the 1950’s at Rydell High School. The T-Birds and Pink Ladies will rock and roll all over the WCT stage! This abridged version contains the fun-loving music of this timeless production, but edits some content to be more appropriate for young audiences. Grease: School Version is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. Book, Music and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey Required Orientation: Sunday, March 30 2:00-5:00 pm Student Audition Orientation 4:00-5:00 pm, Parent Orientation Auditions: Wednesday, 4/2 & Friday 4/4, 3:30-6:00 pm Rehearsal Dates & Times: April 6 - June 15 Wednesdays & Fridays, 3:30-6:00 pm; Sundays, 2:00-5:00 pm (No Rehearsal 4/20, 4/23, 4/25, 5/25) Extra rehearsal (if needed):Saturday, June 7, 1-4:00 pm Final Rehearsals: June 16-19, Times TBA Performances: Mosesian Theater Friday, June 20, 7 pm; Saturday, June 21, 2 pm & 7 pm; Sunday, June 22, 2 pm JR PLAYERS Grease: School Version (Grades K-2) Tuition M/$220 NM/$225 Junior Players will sing and dance as part of the cast of Grease: School Version in 2 of the 4 performances. Students will also have fun with theatre games and creative movement in this popular performance class. 3:30 Class Day/Time: Mondays, 3:30-4:45 pm Dates: March 31-June 9 (No Class 4/21, 5/26) Required Parent Orientation: 3/31, 3:30-4 pm Tech rehearsals: June 16 & 18, 3:30-6:00 pm Additional rehearsal: June 8, 2:00-3:30 pm Performances: June 20 at 7 pm, June 21 at 2 pm 4:45 Class Day/Time: Mondays, 4:45-6:00 pm Dates: March 31-June 9 (No Class 4/21, 5/26) Required Parent Orientation: 3/31, 4:45-5:15 pm Tech rehearsals: June 17 & 19, 3:30-6:00 pm Additional rehearsal: June 8, 2:00-3:30 pm Performances: June 21 at 7 pm, June 22 at 2 pm BLACK BOX SERIES - Jungle Book (GRADES 3–5) M/$220 NM/$225 page 17–26 page 27 Summer 2014 Adapted from the Mowgli stories of Rudyard Kipling by Vera Morris WCT’s Black Box Series provides student actors the opportunity to gain advanced theatre skills. Actors will benefit from collaborating within a small cast to develop a fully-staged production for the public. Jump into a wild jungle adventure with Mowgli, Bagheera and all of their friends as they race to stop Shere Khan before it’s too late! This production offers lots of opportunity for acting, movement and percussion. Orientation and Auditions: Parent Orientation: Rehearsals: Tech Rehearsal: Final Rehearsals: Performances: Tuesday, March 25, Thursday, March 27, 3:30-6:00 pm March 25, 5:00-6:00 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 1-May 8, 3:30-6:00 pm (No rehearsal 4/22, 4/24) Saturday, May 10, noon-4:00 pm May 12-15, Times TBA Friday, 5/16, 10:30 am* & 7 pm; Saturday, 5/17, 1 pm & 7 pm, Sunday, May 18, 1 pm * Students will be required to miss one morning of school on 5/16 in order to perform on-site for visiting school groups 15 16 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 1 June 16 – 20 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 2 June 23 – 27 MORNING GOING GREEN (Gr K–1)C22 A Natural and recycled materials will be used to create an exciting series of art projects. Make paper and create a painting on the finished product. Make natural dyes from fruits and veggies, using them to paint on fabric and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon MORNING YOUNG SCULPTORS – GARDEN CREATIONS (Gr K–1)C21 A Using paper mache, fiber and recycled materials, we will create fabulous 3D creature using author and artist Eric Carl as inspiration! M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon C37 A MONET & MANET –IMRESSSIONIST PAINTING AND PRINTMAKING (Gr 2–4) Experiment with many painting tools, surfaces, styles, and colors. Using Monet and Manet, as inspiration, you will create your own masterpieces. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon COMICS (Gr 5+)C41 A Learn to draw some of your favorite characters and then try to create your own. Learn to draw in the Anime/Manga style, funky, retro, and like a Disney animator. M/$180 M/$195 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON ART AROUND THE WORLD (Gr K–1)C28 A Earth is a fascinating place, inhabited by creatures great and small. We will use the different continents as inspiration for our projects – make elephants out of paper mache and create paintings of the plains in Africa or maybe make koala bears out of socks and models of the trees they live in Australia. Stories and your own imagination can be our inspiration – the possibilities are endless. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm COMIC AND CARTOON CHARACTERS (Gr 2–4)C33 A Focuses on drawing people and animals combined with telling a story about the characters. Children will create small books of cartoon images and stories in a variety of media and be encouraged to express their unique sense of humor. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm BASIC JEWELRY (Gr 5+)C44 A Learn basic jewelry making techniques such as wiring wrapping, metal forging, and clay work to create beautiful jewelry. Items created will include necklaces, earrings, charms, and pins. (Limit 10) M/$200 NM/$215 1– 4 pm 17 www.arsenalarts.org CLAY CREATURES (Gr 2–4)C30 A Discover the magic of clay in this class. Students will learn pinch, coil, and slab techniques to create imaginative projects based on real or imagined creatures. Make animals, sea creatures, dragons or aliens from clay or other materials. Finished pieces will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon PUPPETS, PROPS AND PLAYS - SUPER HEROS (Gr 2–4)C39 A Create wonderful hand puppets, build simple sets and watch the students “Tell their Story” at a performance at the end of the session. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MOSIACS & MORE (Gr 5+)C48 A Join this class, and design and create mosaics with a variety of materials and surfaces. Create some paper designs (which will look great as greeting cards or framed pieces) and we will produce finished tiles suitable for hanging. M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON ANIMAL PLANET (Gr K–1)C23 A Earth is a fascinating place, inhabited by creatures great and small. We will use the different continents as inspiration for our projects – make elephants out of paper mache and create paintings of the plains in Africa or maybe make koala bears out of socks and models of the trees they live in Australia. Stories and your own imagination can be our inspiration – the possibilities are endless. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm MOSTLY CLAY (Gr K–1)C20 A Come have fun with clay! This class will introduce children to the wonderful medium of clay. Varied and exciting projects in handbuilding, including animals, sculpture, containers, tiles and more will be undertaken. Finished projects will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm COMIC AND CARTOON CHARACTERS (Gr 2–4)C33 B Focuses on drawing people and animals combined with telling a story about the characters. Children will create small books of cartoon images and stories in a variety of media and be encouraged to express their unique sense of humor. M/$180 NM/$195 1 - 4 pm DRAWING & PAINTING (Gr 5+) C42 A Learn the basic techniques of using paints, pastels, and pencils to illustrate what you see. Strengthen your observation skills while working directly from objects. Emphasis will be placed on color mixing, balance, composition, and shading. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm 617-923-0100 x8309 18 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 3 July 7 – 11 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 4 July 14 – 18 MORNING UP IN THE SKY (Gr K–1)`C24 A It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s all about things that fly! Birds, rockets, planes and more! We’ll learn about things we see when we look up at the sky, through drawing, painting and sculpture. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MORNING UNDER THE SEA (Gr K–1)C25 A Come explore the creatures of the deep as we look below the water’s surface to get inspired! Students will create things like giant squids, water paintings, and shark masks. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon EARTH FRIENDLY ART (Gr 2–4)C31 A Using natural and recycled materials, students will create an exciting series of art projects. They will make paper and then create a painting on the finished product, create natural dyes from fruits and veggies and then use them to paint on cloth, and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon CLAY FUN (Gr 2–4)C30 C Learn basic hand building techniques while creating imaginative sculpture and useful pottery in clay. Finished work will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon WHEEL (Gr 5+)C46 A Learn hand building techniques (slab, pinch, coil, and modeling) to create useful and playful objects like vases, mugs, masks and more. Experiment with the potter’s wheel. M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon MIXED MEDIA (Gr 5+)C49 A Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing, and unexpected materials to create unexpected materials to create energetic and expressive artworks. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON FUN ON THE FARM (Gr K–1)C29 A This week we become farmers of our imaginations and grow our projects from the ground up! From crops and barns, to farm animals and hay bales, we will be inspired by life on a farm. We will paint and sculpt with clay and paper mache. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm CLAY CREATURES (Gr 2–4)C30 B Discover the magic of clay in this class. Students will learn pinch, coil, and slab techniques to create imaginative projects based on real or imagined creatures. Make animals, sea creatures, dragons or aliens from clay or other materials. Finished pieces will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm 2D and 3D EXPLORATIONS (Gr 2–4)C32 A Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing, and unexpected materials to create energetic and expressive artworks. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm DRAWING & PAINTING (Gr 5+) C42 B Learn the basic techniques of using paints, pastels and pencils to illustrate what you see. Strengthen your observation skills while working directly from objects. Emphasis will be placed on color mixing, balance, composition, and shading. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm 19 www.arsenalarts.org PAINT AND PRINT LIKE PICASSO (Gr 2–4) C38 A Experiment with many painting tools, surfaces, styles and colors. Using Pablo Picasso as inspiration, you will create your own masterpieces. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MIXED MEDIA (Gr 5+)C49 B Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing and unexpected materials to create unexpected materials to create energetic and expressive artworks. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon AFTERNOON MOSTLY CLAY (Gr K–1)C20 B Come have fun with clay! This class will introduce children to the wonderful medium of clay. Varied and exciting projects in handbuilding, including animals, sculpture, containers, tiles and more will be undertaken. Finished projects will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm GOING GREEN (Gr K–1)C22 B Natural and recycled materials will be used to create an exciting series of art projects. Make paper and create a painting on the finished product. Make natural dyes from fruits and veggies, using them to paint on fabric and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm SOFT SCULPTURE – CUTE OR CREEPY? (Gr 2–4)C34 A We will create one-of-a-kind figures full of style and personality. You will make them from old socks, fabric and will embellish them with dye, paint beads, and your own creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm POLYMER CLAY JEWELRY (Gr 5+)C45 A This class will use polymer clay and basic clay making techniques to create beads and pendants. Students will then use these elements to create whimsical jewelry pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. M/$200 NM/$215 1– 4 pm 617-923-0100 x8309 20 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 5 July 21 – 25 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 6 July 28 – August 1 MORNING ART AROUND THE WORLD (Gr K–1)C28 B Earth is a fascinating place, inhabited by creatures great and small. We will use the different continents as inspiration for our projects – make elephants out of paper mache and create paintings of the plains in Africa or maybe make koala bears out of socks and models of the trees they live in Australia. Stories and your own imagination can be our inspiration – the possibilities are endless. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MORNING MOSTLY CLAY - LIONS,TIGERS & BEARS (Gr K–1)C20 C Oh my! Students will create works of art that could scare even the toughest of woodsmen! We will be inspired by stories such as Wizard of Oz and Winnie the Pooh. Finished clay projects will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon PUPPETS, PROPS AND PLAYS - FAIRY TALES (Gr 2–4)C39 B Create wonderful hand puppets, build simple sets, and watch the students “Tell their Story” at a performance at the end of the session. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon EARTH FRIENDLY ART (Gr 2–4)C31 C Using natural and recycled materials, students will create an exciting series of art projects. They will make paper and then create a painting on the finished product, create natural dyes from fruits and veggies and then use them to paint on cloth, and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon COMICS (Gr 5+)C41 B Learn to draw some of your favorite characters and then try to create your own. Learn to draw in the Anime/Manga style, funky, retro, and like a Disney animator. M/$180 M/$195 9 – 12 noon TROPICAL PARADISE – PAINT AND PRINT LIKE GAUGUIN (Gr 2–4)C36 A With the artist Gauguin as our inspiration, use water-based materials, develop paintings and prints with brushes, rollers, and stencils. Let your imagination take you to new levels of creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon POTTERY & SCULPTURE (Gr 5+)C47 A Learn hand building techniques (slab, pinch, coil, and modeling) to create useful and playful objects like vases, mugs, masks, and more. Experiment with the potter’s wheel. M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon POLYMER CLAY (Gr 5+)C45 B This class will use polymer clay and basic clay making techniques to create beads and pendants. Students will then use these elements to create whimsical jewelry pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON FABLES & FANTASY (Gr K–1)C26 A Come dive into a fantastical world of myths and mysteries as we create our own worlds filled with creatures and beings inspired by ancient tales of mermaids, heroes, and more! M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm CREATIVE CREATURES - CLAY (Gr 2–4)C30 D We will create one of a kind figures full of style and personality. Using basic handbuilding techniques, you can create bowls, mugs or piggy banks of your favorite animal or use your imagination and create something new. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm 2D 3D EXPLORATIONS (Gr 2–4)C32 B Using water-based materials, develop paintings, prints and sculptures with brushes, rollers, and stencils. Let your imagination lead you to new levels of creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm DRAWING & PAINTING (Gr 5+) C42 C Learn the basic techniques of using paints, pastels, and pencils to illustrate what you see. Strengthen your observation skills while working directly from objects. Emphasis will be placed on color mixing, balance, composition, and shading. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm 21 www.arsenalarts.org AFTERNOON TINKER WITH TOYS (Gr K–1)C27 A Put down the video games and computers! Students will learn how to make a variety of toys including wooden toys, puppets, dolls, and action figures out of all sorts of fun and interesting materials! M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm COMIC AND CARTOON CHARACTERS (Gr 2–4)C33 C Focuses on drawing people and animals combined with telling a story about the characters. Children will create small books of cartoon images and stories in a variety of media and be encouraged to express their unique sense of humor. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm PAINTING (Gr 5+)C43 A Students will develop basic painting skills and techniques using watercolor and acrylic paint. They will explore techniques and color, using a variety of still life and landscape subjects. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm WHEEL (Gr 5+)C46 B Learn to wedge clay, center on the wheel ,and experiment with basic forming and glazing techniques. Price includes clay and the firing of you creations. (Limit 7) M/$200 NM/$215 1 – 4 pm 617-923-0100 x8309 22 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 7 August 4 – 8 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 8 August 11 – 15 MORNING FUN ON THE FARM (Gr K–1)C29 B This week we become farmers of our imaginations and grow our projects from the ground up! From crops and barns, to farm animals and hay bales, we will be inspired by life on a farm. We will paint and sculpt with clay and paper mache. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MORNING FABLES & FANTASY (Gr K–1)C26 B Come dive into a fantastical world of myths and mysteries as we create our own worlds filled with creatures and beings inspired by ancient tales of mermaids, heroes and more! M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon PUPPETS, PROPS AND PLAYS – MYTHS & LEGENDS (Gr 2–4)C39 C Create wonderful hand puppets, build simple sets and watch the students “Tell their Story” at a performance at the end of the session. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon TROPICAL PARADISE – PAINT AND PRINT LIKE GAUGUIN (Gr 2–4)C36 B With the artist Gauguin as our inspiration, use water-based materials, develop paintings and prints with brushes, rollers, and stencils. Let your imagination lead you to new levels of creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon WHEEL (Gr 5+)C46 C Learn to wedge clay, center on the wheel and experiment with basic forming and glazing techniques. Price includes clay and firing of your creations. (Limit 7) M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon COMICS (Gr 5+)C41 C Learn to draw some of your favorite characters and then try to create your own. Learn to draw in the Anime/Manga style, funky, retro, and like a Disney animator. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon MIXED MEDIA (Gr 5+)C49 C Use collage and printmaking techniques with a variety of paints, drawing and unexpected materials to create unexpected materials to create energetic and expressive artworks. M/$180 NM/$195 9– 12 noon POTTERY & SCULPTURE (Gr 5+)C47 B Learn hand building techniques (slab, pinch, coil, and modeling) to create useful and playful objects like vases, mugs, masks and more. Experiment with the potter’s wheel. M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON GOING GREEN (Gr K–1)C22 C Natural and recycled materials will be used to create an exciting series of art projects. Make paper and create a painting on the finished product. Make natural dyes from fruits and veggies, using them to paint on fabric and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm AFTERNOON UNDER THE SEA(Gr K–1)C25 B Come explore the creatures of the deep as we look below the water’s surface to get inspired! Students will create things like giant squids, water paintings, and shark masks. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm EARTH FRIENDLY ART (Gr 2–4)C31 C Using natural and recycled materials, students will create an exciting series of art projects. They will make paper and then create a painting on the finished product, create natural dyes from fruits and veggies and then use them to paint on cloth, and make sculptures from recycled materials. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm CLAY FUN (Gr 2–4)C30 D Learn basic hand building techniques while creating imaginative sculpture and useful pottery in clay. Finished work will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm COMIC AND CARTOON CHARACTERS (Gr 2–4)C33 D Focuses on drawing people and animals combined with telling a story about the characters. Children will create small books of cartoon images and stories in a variety of media and be encouraged to express their unique sense of humor. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm MOSIACS & MORE (Gr 5+)C48 B Join this class, and design and create mosaics with a variety of materials and surfaces. Create some paper designs (which will look great as greeting cards or framed pieces) and we will produce finished tiles suitable for hanging. (Limit 10) M/$200 NM/$215 1 – 4 pm 23 www.arsenalarts.org SOFT SCULPTURE – CUTE OR CREEPY? (Gr 2–4)C34 B We will create one-of-a-kind figures full of style and personality. You will make them from old socks, fabric and will embellish them with dye, paint, beads and your own creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm POLYMER CLAY JEWELRY (Gr 5+)C45 C This class will use polymer clay and basic clay making techniques to create beads and pendants. Students will then use these elements to create whimsical jewelry pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. M/$200 NM/$215 1 – 4 pm 617-923-0100 x8309 24 CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 Session 9 August 18 – 22 MORNING TINKER WITH TOYS (Gr K–1)C27 B Put down the video games and computers! Students will learn how to make a variety of toys including wooden toys, puppets and dolls and action figures out of all sorts of fun and interesting materials! M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon 2D 3D EXPLORATIONS (Gr 2–4)C32 C Using water based materials, develop paintings, prints and sculptures with brushes, rollers, and stencils. Let your imagination lead you to new levels of creativity. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon CHILDREN’S CLASSES SUMMER 2014 SUPERVISED LUNCH There is a supervised lunch from 12:00 – 1 pm for children taking both morning and afternoon sessions. Pleases bring a bag lunch – lunch will not be provided. (NO peanuts or other nuts, please) M/$20 NM/$30 L01 Session 1 – June 16 – 20 L02 Session 2 – June 23 – 27 L03 Session 3 – July 7 – 11 L04 Session 4 – July 14 – 18 L05 Session 5 – July 21 – 25 L06 Session 6 – July 28 – Aug 1 L07 Session 7 – Aug 4 – 8 L08 Session 8 – Aug 11 – 15 L09 Session 9 – Aug 18 – 22 DRAWING & PAINTING (Gr 5+)C42 D Learn the basic techniques of using paints, pastels, and pencils to illustrate what you see. Strengthen your observation skills while working directly from objects. Emphasis will be placed on color mixing, balance, composition and shading. M/$180 NM/$195 9 – 12 noon WHEEL (Gr 5+)C47 D Learn to wedge clay, center on the wheel and experiment with basic forming and glazing techniques. Price includes clay and firing of your creations. (Limit 7) M/$200 NM/$215 9 – 12 noon AFTERNOON MOSTLY CLAY - LIONS, TIGERS, & BEARS(Gr K–1)C20 D Oh my! Students will create works of art that could scare even the toughest of woodsmen! We will be inspired by stories such as Wizard of Oz and Winnie the Pooh. Finished clay projects will be glazed and fired. M/$180 NM/$185 1 – 4 pm COMIC AND CARTOON CHARACTERS (Gr 2–4)C33 E Focuses on drawing people and animals combined with telling a story about the characters. Children will create small books of cartoon images and stories in a variety of media and be encouraged to express their unique sense of humor. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4 pm PAINT AND PRINT LIKE PICASSO (Gr 2–4 ) C38 B Experiment with many painting tools, surfaces, styles, and colors. Using Pablo Picasso as inspiration, you will create your own masterpieces. M/$180 NM/$195 1 – 4pm BASIC JEWELRY (Gr 5+)C44 B Learn basic jewelry making techniques such as wiring wrapping, metal forging, and clay work to create beautiful jewelry. Items created will include necklaces, earrings, charms, and pin. (Limit 10) M/$200 NM/$215 1 – 4pm 25 www.arsenalarts.org 617-923-0100 x8309 26 WATERTOWN CHILDREN’S THEATRE SUMMER STAGE 2014 arsenalARTS ArtVenturers I (June 23 – 27), Grades K–2 Jungle Jams! Visit a place where snakes throw glamorous parties with flamingos, stingrays join forces to fight off man-eating jaguars, and a giant tortoise carries a wounded man on its shell for hundreds of kilometers to bring him to safety. Become a fearless young explorer while encountering different animals and terrains of the world – and all in time to make it home for supper! M/$295 NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm 30 Under 30 March 1 - April 25 June 30 - July 4: No Programming An exhibition designed to display and encourage the dialogue of artists 30 years of age or younger in the Boston area. Shakespearience (July 7 – 18), Grades 5–9 Twelfth Night William Shakespeare’s comic tale of mistaken identities revolves around twins who, when separated after a shipwreck, believe each other to be dead. Filled with superb comedy, this entertaining classic will be brought to life this summer! M/$595 NM/$615 9 am – 4 pm ArtVenturers II (July 21 – 25), Grades K–2 Bigtop Bonanza The “big top,” with its animals, tight rope walkers, elephants, juggling, clowns, and heart stopping acts is a fun place to go…but what about becoming a performer? Create your own three-ring circus this summer! It’s time to send in the clowns! M/$295 NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm 30 Under 30: Spotlight Six March 6 - May 28 WCTV (July 28 – August 1), Grades 4–7 Time to take your place on the small screen! WCT will once again “take to the ‘tube”, as students write, design and rehearse their own short plays, then create short films that will appear on cable access TV. Experience hands-on lessons in the magic of theatre and television production! M/$295 NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm A closer look at six of the participating artists from 30 Under 30. ArtVenturers III (July 28 – August 1) , Grades K–2 Adventure on the High Seas! Ahoy, maties! If you’re an expert at swabbing the deck, have an unstoppable sense of adventure or love wearing an eye patch this is the class for you. Grab your treasure map to search for buried treasure, and explore uncharted territories! M/$295 NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm Broadway Live (August 4 – 15), Grades 3–5 Through the Years Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this fun and lively WCT classic program! Create your own musical review that will have the audience dancing in the aisles! Combining hit tunes from Broadway’s most popular shows, sing and dance your way to the bright lights of Broadway! M/$595 NM/$615 9 am – 4 pm Acting Up: Fairytale Frenzy! (Aug 18 – 22), Grades K–2 Get ready to stage your very own adaption of some classic fairytales and develop a character from your toes up in this fun filled week of improvisation and scene work. M/$295, NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm Bard Battles and Classic Chaos (Aug 18 – 22), Grades 3–5 Learn the art of stage combat through some of Shakespeare’s most challenging scenes. Explore Commedia dell’Arte, mask work and more as you gain classic skills to strengthen your acting foundation! M/$295, NM/$315 9 am – 4 pm EXHIBITIONS Galleries open: Tuesday – Sunday 12 – 6pm (Open until 8pm on performance days) text & conText This free Monday night series brings artists together in an open forum with slide shows, brief performances and audience give and take at the Arsenal Center for the Arts. March 3, 7pm Danny Bryck, Deirdre Girard, Walt McGough and Evan Sanderson, Playwrights of New Repertory Theatre’s Next Voices Fellowship program April 7, 7pm Marie Craig & Cherie Clinton Co-directors, Fountain Street Fine Art May 19, 7pm Clara Wainwright Fabric Artist and Quilter. Perhaps best known for starting First Night Boston, she has nurtured countless creative collaborations in Boston for over 4 decades. Visit www.arsenalarts.org for the latest info. To register please visit www.watertownchildrenstheatre.org or call us at 617-926-ARTS (2787) 27 617-923-0100 x8309 28 29 www.arsenalarts.org 2 30 31 617-923-0100 x8309 32 ARSENAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS POLICIES & PROCEDURES GENERAL INFORMATION All classes are held at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, located at 321 Arsenal Street in Watertown, MA. It is easily accessible from I-95/128, I-90 (Mass Pike), Routes 9, 16, 20, and the MBTA. For directions, visit our web site at www.arsenalarts.org or call 617-923-0100 x8309. Adult classes are open to students 17 years or older. Only registered students may attend classes. There are no visitors allowed in the classes at the Arsenal Center for the Arts. There is ample free parking in lots adjacent to the facility. SPRING Most adult classes and children’s classes run for 8 weeks. See course descriptions for starting dates. • No classes April 20-26, May 3, May 24-26 May 29-June 1 SUMMER Most adult classes run for 8 weeks. There are 9 one-week sessions for children. See course descriptions for starting dates. • No classes June 30-July 4 TUITION Tuition is listed under each course description. (M)= Member of the Arsenal Center for the Arts tuition. (NM)=Non-member tuition. Some classes have additional material and studio fees. Early registration is highly recommended, as classes fill early or can be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Tuition must be paid at the time of registration. Mail the completed form to the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St., Watertown MA,02472. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and personal checks made payable to Arsenal Center for the Arts. SCHOLARSHIPS Thanks to our generous donors, we are able to provide a limited number of student scholarships and tuition assistance for arsenalARTS & WCT programs. Visit arsenalarts.org, watertownchildrenstheatre.org, or call 617-923-0100 x8309 for more information. 33 MEMBER DISCOUNT To enjoy discounts on classes, join the Arsenal Center for the Arts (Individual $35, Family $60). To join, fill out the registration form or call 617-923-0100 x8309 for more information. Minimum of Family Membership required for children’s class discounts. CONFIRMATION / SCHEDULE CHANGES Your registration will be confirmed by phone or email. If you need a written confirmation, send a SASE with your registration. The Arsenal Center for the Arts reserves the right to cancel under-enrolled classes, change instructors when necessary and reschedule classes as needed. REFUND POLICY Full refunds will be made if a class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Student cancellations must be received at least five business days prior to class/ workshop start date and a $25 cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund. No registration fees will be refunded after the first day of classes. Membership fees are not refundable. PHOTOS Photographs will occasionally be taken during classes and programs and used for promotional purposes. If you have concerns about being photographed, please inform us when you register. SUPPLIES Adults are responsible for their own supplies, unless otherwise stated in the course description. A supply list will be emailed or mailed to students prior to the first class. Most children’s classes include supplies, unless stated in the course description. INCLEMENT WEATHER In the case of bad weather, morning classes at the Arsenal Center for the Arts and Watertown Children’s Theater are cancelled when the Watertown Public School System is closed. If the Watertown schools are running on a delayed schedule, our daytime classes will meet at the regular times. For afternoon and evening cancellations, please call 617-923-0100 x8309 for arsenalARTS and 617-926-ARTS (2787) for Watertown Children’s Theatre. A message will be left on the machines by 12 noon. www.arsenalarts.org REGISTRATION FORM Name:_____________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________ City:_______________________________________State:______ Zip:_________________ Phone Home:____________________________ Work:______________________________ Cell phone:______________________________ Email:______________________________________________________________________ If child: Age:_____ Grade: _____ Parent’s name:________________________________________ School: _____________________________________________________________________________ Course Code Section Course Title Tuition 1._________ _______ ____________________________________ $ _______________ 2._________ _______ ____________________________________ $ _______________ 3._________ _______ ____________________________________ $ _______________ Membership Level*:_________________________________________$ _______________ * Minimum of Family Membership ($60) required for children’s class discounts Tax-deductible DONATION to support c arsenalARTS or c WCT Tuition Assistance Scholarship Funds $________________ Total Payment........................................................................................... $ _______________ Payment Method c Check c Visa/Mastercard/Discover Card # ___________________________________________________ Exp Date _________ Signature: ________________________________________________ CRV # ____________ If photos are taken during class, I give permission to arsenalARTS to use the images for publicity: c Yes c No EASY WAYS TO REGISTER & JOIN 1. Mail + Fill out the registration form and return it with payment for the full amount of tuition and fees. Please make checks payable to the Arsenal Center for the Arts. Mail forms to: Education Department, Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St. Watertown, MA 02472. 2. Phone ) Call arsenalARTS at 617-923-0100, x8309 Mon – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm. Call Watertown Children’s Theatre at 617-926-ARTS (2787), Mon – Fri, 12 – 5 pm. 617-923-0100 x8309 34
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