Our original interdisciplinary workshop explores a variety of creative areas with a central story and a themed art project. -We may fill our time each week with additional art projects, stories, or creative writing -There is an end-of session art show during the last 30 minutes of the final class of the session. Fall Session: Sept 15 - Nov 10 (No class Oct 13) Art Show: Nov 10 Winter Session: Nov 17 - Jan 26 (No class Dec 22, 29, Jan 19) - Art About & With Balloons! Art Show: Jan 26 Spring Session 1: Feb 2-Mar 30 (No class Feb 16) -Famous Artists Art Show: March 30 Spring Session 2: Apr 6-June 8 (No class April 20, May 25) -TBD Art Show: June 8

Sampler 2 explores the elements of art & principles of design using a variety of materials and techniques. -Projects will be inspired by stories, cultures, and/or famous artists. -Time may be filled with additional projects or creative writing.  -There is an end-of session art show during the last 30 minutes of final class of the session. Fall Session: Sept 15 - Nov 10 (No class Oct 13) Art Show: Nov 10 Winter Session: Nov 17 - Jan 26 (No class Dec 22, 29, Jan 19) ​-STEAM projects Art SHow: Jan 26 Spring Session 1: Feb 2-Mar 30 (No class Feb 16) -Famous Artists Art Show: March 30 Spring Session 2: Apr 6-June 8 ​(No class April 20, May 25) -TBD Art Show: June 8

Design, build & create 3D projects with a variety of materials - cardboard, paper, found items, etc! -Design your own creations -Explore how different materials support your ideas Spring Session 1: Feb 2-Mar 30 (No class Feb 16) -Design a treasure map & build a pirate chest filled with gold using cardboard & found items! Spring Session 2: Apr 6-June 8 (No class April 20, May 25) Theme TBD

In "Draw, Paint, & Illustrate", students will move through artistic discovery, working towards creating a final illustrated project. Fall Session: Sept 15 - Nov 10 (No class Oct 13) Write & illustrate a short story (cartoon, graphic novel, etc.) Winter Session: Nov 17 - Jan 26 (No class Dec 22, 29, Jan 19) 2D setting concepts into 3D structures Spring Session 1: Feb 2-Mar 30 (No class Feb 16) Focus: Still Life Exploration Forms & Shapes. Fruits & Flowers. Each week we will explore different materials & techniques as students find what they love and develop their own artistic style. *Note new time this session (5:30-7:00) Spring Session 2: Apr 6-June 8 (No class April 20, May 25) Focus: TBD

Our original interdisciplinary workshop explores a variety of creative areas with a central story and a themed art project. -We may fill our time each week with additional art projects, stories, or creative writing -There is an end-of session art show during the last 30 minutes of the final class of the session. Spring Session 1: Feb 3-Mar 31 (No class Feb 16) -Famous Artists Art Show: March 31 Spring Session 2: Apr 7-June 2 ​(No class April 21) -TBD Art Show: June 2

Sampler 2 explores the elements of art & principles of design using a variety of materials and techniques. -Projects will be inspired by stories, cultures, and/or famous artists. -Time may be filled with related stories or creative writing.  -There is an end-of session art show during the last 30 minutes of final class of the session. Fall Session: Sept 16 - Nov 18 (No class Sept 23, Nov 4) Art Show: Nov 18 Winter Session: Nov 25 - Jan 27 (No class Dec 23, 30) ​-STEAM projects Art Show: Jan 27 Spring Session 1: Feb 3-Mar 31 (No class Feb 17) -Famous Artists Art Show: March 31 Spring Session 2: Apr 7-June 2 ​(No class April 21) -TBD Art Show: June 2

Take the challenge each week to create something with building bricks, blocks, or other construction set materials. The class will read a book for inspiration, design a build from a weekly challenge, use a journal to brainstorm builds, stage photos to document creations, and take it all apart to be ready for the next week! Extra art projects inspired by or using bricks & blocks may also be included during the session. Select builds may remain on display at Total Arts! during the week. Building supplies do not go home with students. Spring Session 1: Feb 4 - Apr 1 (No class Feb 18) Spring Session 2: Apr 8 - May 27 (No class April 22) NOTE: 7 weeks, tuition: $260

​Perfect for the student who loves to sing & dance, this is a great introduction to musical theater and performance in a supportive environment. -Students will explore vocal performance techniques, learn dance choreography, and create simple sets & props for a final end-of-session showcase. *NOTE: Students will be placed into groups based on previous experience and demonstrated ability during the first week of class. Expectations will be based on these groupings. ​-The end-of session showcase for family & friends is during the final class of the session. Fall Session: Sept 18 - Nov 20 (No class Oct 2) FInal Showcase: Nov 20 Winter Session: Jan 8 - Mar 12 (No class Feb 19) Final Showcase: March 12 Spring Session: Mar 26-May 28 (No class Apr 23) Final Showcase: May 28

The Acting for YoungStars 2.0 class is full of theatre games, improv, and scene creation that help students shine on stage while building confidence & teamwork, and developing speaking & presentation skills.  -Created & led by Jape Payette -This expanded 2.0 version of Jape's program adds theatre experiences such as set & prop design, program creation, and show production as students learn about the different elements that go into putting on a show. -There is a showcase for friends & family at the end of the session. ​NOTE: Younger students who may not be reading independently will be able to fully participate in this class. -They will need help at home during the week to learn their lines so they are prepared for class and feel comfortable for the showcase. Fall Session: Oct 8 - Dec 10 (No class Nov 26) Final Showcase: Dec 10 Winter Session: Not running Spring Session: Stay tuned!