Current & Upcoming
Homeschool Dance (Ages 6-10) Tuesday Mornings
Jan 10, 2023 10:00AM—May 02, 2023 11:00AM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 10 – 11am Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 28 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 2 No class March 21. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This fun combination class in ballet, lyrical, tap and jazz is designed with multi-genre instruction that expands…
View MoreDiscovering Dance I (Ages 3-4) Tuesday Afternoons
Jan 10, 2023—May 02, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 3:15 – 4pm Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2 No class March 21. Rehearsal, Friday, May 12 Recital, Saturday, May 13 Designed for our youngest dancers and those who are a little bit older. We bring together literature, costumes, music…
View MoreRAD Pre-Primary in Dance (Ages 5-7) Tuesday Afternoons
Jan 10, 2023—May 02, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4 – 4:45pm Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2 No class March 21. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This level provides a broad practical dance education and develops technical, musical and performance skills using props and varied…
View MoreRAD I Ballet / Character Dance (Ages 7-9) Tuesday Afternoons
Jan 10, 2023—May 02, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4:45 – 5:45pm Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2 No class March 21. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This level provides a broad practical dance education and develops technical, musical and performance skills using props and…
View MoreRAD III Ballet / Character Dance (Ages 9-13) Tuesday Evenings
Jan 10, 2023—May 02, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4:45 – 5:45pm Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2 No class March 21. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Further building upon the techniques learned in the previous levels, more steps are introduced and practiced. ROYAL ACADEMY OF…
View MoreRAD Intermediate Foundation Ballet & Pointe Dance (Ages 10+) Tues & Thurs Evenings
Jan 10, 2023—May 04, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 6:45 – 7:45pm 2 days per week required. Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 Feb 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 March 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 28, 30 April 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 May 2, 4 No class March 21 and 23. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12…
View MoreDiscovering Dance I / II (Ages 3-6) Wednesday Afternoons
Jan 11, 2023—May 03, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4 – 4:45pm Jan 11, 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3 No class March 22. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Designed for our youngest dancers and those who are a little bit older. We bring together literature, costumes, music…
View MoreHip Hop / Tumbling / Jazz I (Ages 5-8) Wednesday Afternoons
Jan 11, 2023—May 03, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4:45 – 5:45pm Jan 11, 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3 No class March 22. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This is an exciting high-energy class that will encompass Hip Hop and Jazz style dance technique and movements. Additionally,…
View MoreBroadway Jazz / Tap Dance (Ages 8+) Wednesday Evenings
Jan 11, 2023—May 03, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 5:45 – 6:45pm Jan 11, 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3 No class March 22. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This active, fun and entertaining class features the many styles of Broadway dance through musical numbers from Chicago, 42ND…
View MoreJazz / Hip Hop II (Ages 9+) Wednesday Evenings
Jan 11, 2023—May 03, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 6:45 – 7:45pm Jan 11, 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3 No class March 22. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This fun, expressive form of dance will combine both Hip Hop groove and stylized Jazz technique. Students will learn…
View MoreDiscovering Dance I (Ages 3-4) Thursday Afternoons
Jan 12, 2023—May 04, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 3:15 – 4pm Jan 12, 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4 No class March 23. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Designed for our youngest dancers and those who are a little bit older. We bring together literature, costumes, music and props,…
View MoreDiscovering Dance II (Ages 4.5-5) Thursday Afternoons
Jan 12, 2023—May 04, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4 – 4:45pm Jan 12, 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4 No class March 23. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Designed for our youngest dancers and those who are a little bit older. We bring together literature, costumes, music and props,…
View MoreRAD Primary Ballet (Ages 6-8) Thursday Afternoons
Jan 12, 2023—May 04, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 4:45 – 5:45pm Jan 12, 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4 No class March 23. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This level includes basic ballet technique and builds classical and contemporary dance styles using a variety of music. ROYAL ACADEMY OF…
View MoreRAD II Ballet / Character Dance (Ages 9-10) Thursday Evenings
Jan 12, 2023—May 04, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 5:45 – 6:45pm Jan 12, 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 30 April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4 No class March 23. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Further building upon the techniques learned in the previous level, more steps are introduced and practiced. ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE SYLLABUS…
View MoreDiscovering Dance I / II (Ages 3-6) Saturday Mornings
Jan 14, 2023—May 06, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 9 – 9:45am Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6 No class March 25. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 Designed for our youngest dancers and those who are a little bit older. We bring together literature, costumes,…
View MoreLyrical Dance (Ages 7-11) Saturday Mornings
Jan 14, 2023—May 06, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 9:45 – 10:45am Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6 No class March 25. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 A fusion of ballet, jazz and other contemporary dance styles. Dancers learn to use age-appropriate music, lyrics and…
View MoreLyrical Dance (Ages 12-16) Saturday Mornings
Jan 14, 2023—May 06, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 11:45 – 12:45pm Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6 No class March 25. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 A fusion of ballet, jazz and other contemporary dance styles. Dancers use more sophisticated and age-appropriate music, expressing…
View MoreJazz Pop (Ages 8+) Saturday Mornings
Jan 14, 2023—May 06, 2023
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterTime: 10:45 – 11:45am Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6 No class March 25. Rehearsal: Friday, May 12 Recital: Saturday, May 13 This fun, expressive form of dance will combine both Hip Hop groove and stylized Jazz technique. Students will…
View MoreIndependent Study: Fused Glass – Level: All – Berry (BER022023)
Feb 20, 2023 1:00PM—Mar 27, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis glass fusing class is for all levels. The instructor, Susan Berry, will work individually with students on projects appropriate for their skills. Glass & firing fees are extra. Supply List 5 Mondays, 02/20/23 – 03/27/23 (No Class 03/13/23)
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR022123-1)
Feb 21, 2023 9:00AM—Mar 28, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to Stone Stone fee separate Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools. Depending on size and complexity of design, finished projects may take…
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR022123-2)
Feb 21, 2023 12:30PM—Mar 28, 2023 3:30PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to Stone Stone fee separate Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools. Depending on size and complexity of design, finished projects may take…
View MoreIndependent Study Fused Glass – Berry (BER022223)
Feb 22, 2023 1:00PM—Mar 29, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis glass fusing class is for all levels – beginners through advanced – instructor Susan Berry will mentor students at their level with individual projects chosen by the student or suggested by the instructor. Pre-requisite for beginners: Intro to Glass Fusing. Glass & Firing not included. Supply List 5 Wednesdays, 02/22/23 – 03/29/23 (No Class 03/15/23)
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR022223)
Feb 22, 2023 9:00AM—Mar 29, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to StoneStone fee separate Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools. Depending on size and complexity of design, finished projects may take multiple…
View MoreRomancing The Stone – Mertens (MER022323)
Feb 23, 2023 9:00AM—Mar 30, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterPre-req: Intro to Stone Stone fee separate. Explore your creative side by carving a variety of natural stones under the instruction of Terrie Mertens. Discover unique colors, textures and properties of a variety of stones. Use hand or power tools to carve and create your finished stone masterpiece. Size and complexity of design may require…
View MoreThe Divine Sister
Mar 23, 2023—Apr 02, 2023
Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Buy TicketsA comedy by Charles Busch Thursday – Sunday, March 23-26, 2023 Thursday – Sunday, March 30-April 2, 2023 7pm, Thursday – Saturday & 2pm, Saturday & Sunday Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center Can a plucky mother superior save the convent and our immoral world with just a guitar, a bicycle and…
View MoreTARA FUNK GRIM, Creative & Imaginative Painting
Mar 27, 2023 9:30AM—Mar 29, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterCreative & Imaginative Painting Instructor: Tara Funk Grim Medium: Mixed Media Collage & Acrylic Level: Intermediate The highlights of the workshop come from the transformation and integration of collage and acrylic materials as well as a journey into discovery, intuition, and invention. The language of art, line, color, shape, texture, and value will be explored…
View MoreMARY PARKMAN, Expressive Florals 2 (SOLD OUT-WAIT LIST AVAILABLE)
Mar 27, 2023 9:00AM—Mar 29, 2023 3:30PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
JOIN WAIT LISTExpressive Florals 2 Instructor: Mary Parkman Medium: Acrylics Level: Prerequisite, Expressive Florals 1 Delve deeper into Expressive Florals with Mary Parkman. Florals offer a “foot hold in reality” as we allow our paintings to be more abstract. Focusing on color, abstract principles and expressive techniques we will continue to explore painting loosely and with confidence.…
View MoreNuovomondo (The Golden Door)
Mar 27, 2023 7:00PM
Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Buy TicketsA Sicilian peasant begins the journey to the promised land and meets a beautiful Englishwoman. But neither is prepared for the harsh realities of Ellis Island. Can they make it through the golden door to the America of their dreams? The story is set at the beginning of the 20th century in Sicily. Salvatore, a…
View MoreGlazing—Raku & You
Mar 27, 2023 5:30PM—8:30PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterRaku is a centuries old pottery glazing and firing process. The technique produces a lustrous, often metallic finish. Raku & You is an evening devoted to this ancient process. Attendees choose from a number of bisque fired pots and are introduced to the history of Raku while applying glaze to their pot in their own…
View MoreLunch & Lecture: Music and the Movies
Mar 29, 2023 12:00PM—1:30PM
Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Registerwith Rachel Cox (violin) and Karen Davis (piano) This presentation explores how music enhances the dramatic narrative of movies. The presentation first explores the scientific origins of what were at first called motion pictures, then moves into the lengthy process of synchronizing sound and film. Selections from Gone With the Wind, Dr. Zhivago, Star Wars,…
View MoreWOOLEY DUTTON, Expressive Portraits
Mar 30, 2023 9:30AM—Mar 31, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Rd
RegisterExpressive Portraits Instructor: Wooley Dutton Medium: Acrylics Level: All with experience Take a painterly approach to portraits (of an individual or from your imagination) in this fun and informative class. Get familiar with materials and see how Wooley Dutton creates different effects in the portrait process. Connect new color combinations to develop creative freedom in…
View MoreDATE CHANGE: Intro to Glass Fusing Pre-requisite – Rouleau (ROU033123)
Mar 31, 2023 9:00AM—12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterDate Change to: Friday, 03/31/23, 9am-12pm This pre-requisite session will give you elementary knowledge of kiln formed glass while creating your own exciting fused and slumped glass pieces under the instruction of Sheri Rouleau. Fundamental fusing terminology, technology and principles will be covered, along with a studio tour to familiarize you with all the equipment…
View MoreJANE HARRIS, Playful Mixed Media Collage with Paper, Acrylic & Fabric
Mar 31, 2023 10:00AM—Apr 01, 2023 4:00PM
LOCATION CHANGE to: Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterPlayful Mixed Media Collage with Paper, Acrylic & Fabric Instructor: Jane Harris Medium: paper, acrylic, fabric Level: All Come create in a playful and appealing way. This is Jane Harris’ take on mixed media collage. Jane will show you how to create one of her whimsical designs using paper, fabric and acrylic paint. Assorted paper,…
View MoreCAROL BROMAN, Portrait Sketch in Gouache
Mar 31, 2023 9:30AM—3:30PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterStudents will create a portrait from life using a direct painting technique called ‘form painting’ that applies individual strokes of color in tiles to suggest the illusion of light. Concepts covered include basic color theory, paint mixing, palette organization, hierarchy of tones on the portrait and a comprehensive theory of light for artists. Artists will…
View MorePortraying the People of SWFL – Broman (BRO040123)
Apr 01, 2023 10:00AM—May 27, 2023 1:00PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Register“A person is a collage of people warring to become a portrait.” -Jenim Dibie. We learn who we are by observing others. Join instructor Carol Broman for a close look at the people and portraits that comprise our community. Open to all with experience, this three-hour informal class will give students an opportunity to draw…
View MoreIntro to Stone Carving – Mertens (MER040123)
Apr 01, 2023 9:00AM—12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: All This pre-requisite session will give you all the information needed to enter the exciting world of stone carving. Learn about the tools you will need, types of stones, how to design your stone, important safety issues and what it will take to complete your project with the instruction of Terrie Mertens. Saturday, 04/01/23
View MoreTHERESA GIRARD, Rework!
Apr 03, 2023 9:00AM—Apr 05, 2023 3:00PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterRework! Instructor: Theresa Girard Medium: Acrylic Level: All with experience in the Non-Objective Persistence is the name of the game in this 3-day instructional workshop. Revisit your old painting and find a simple and direct solution to bring your work to conclusion. Theresa Girard will walk you through several options to REWORK your soon-to-be masterpiece!…
View MoreExperience Abstract Painting – Blake (BLA040323)
Apr 03, 2023 1:00PM—May 01, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterUse the elements of design, color and composition to guide your process of painting an abstract. Each class, under the instruction of Shirley Blake, shows an exercise to help you determine your process. Take your work to a higher level by venturing into abstraction. References are available from the instructor as well as demos and…
View MoreFigure Study – Monitor (FIG040323)
Apr 03, 2023 1:00PM—May 01, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterNo instructor/monitor only – Work from life in this Figure Study class with the medium of your choice. Models are clothed or nude, either long or short pose, pending artists wishes. Drop-ins welcome. Drop in: $35 mem / $39 non-mem 5 Mondays, 04/03/23 – 05/01/23
View MoreBeadweaving – Ellis (ELL040323)
Apr 03, 2023 1:00PM—May 01, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: All This five week session is for beginners as well as those with bead weaving experience. Learn the foundational bead weaving stitches necessary for developing beaded jewelry pieces and more under the instruction of Barbara Ellis. Supply Fee as needed. Supply List 5 Mondays, 04/03/22 – 05/01/23
View MorePaint Pouring for Beginners – Henry (HEN040323)
Apr 03, 2023 9:00AM—May 01, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterPaint Pouring for Beginners will teach you how to make fluid art! Maggie Henry will walk you through the steps to pour your own incredible abstract art. Each week you will explore different methods of paint pouring. This technique is a fun and exciting way to create your own artwork without boundaries; this is a…
View MoreIntro to Metal – Kravec (KRA040323)
Apr 03, 2023 9:00AM—May 01, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis course is a combination of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on experience. Students are introduced to the basic use of tools and techniques for fabrication of metals under the instruction of Steve Kravec. The basic techniques of cutting, forming, joining and finishing metal are covered. All students create physical samples demonstrating various techniques. Supply List 5…
View MoreExtreme Functional Pottery – Lawson (LAW040323-1)
Apr 03, 2023 9:00AM—May 01, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: All Hand builders and wheel throwers unite to design and create fun inventive table wear under the instruction of Sandy Lawson. Serving dishes, berry bowls, chip n dips, pitchers and flower vases. Combine hand built and wheel thrown pieces, cut pots apart and reassemble, add funky feet, handles, lugs and lids. $58 clay glaze…
View MorePersonal Pathways – Lawson (LAW040323-2)
Apr 03, 2023 1:00PM—May 01, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: All with experience (not for beginning wheel throwers) Pursue and explore your own ideas with the instructional guidance of Sandy Lawson to achieve your individual goals in wheel throwing or hand building. Alter or combine different techniques to create something that is uniquely you. $58 clay glaze firing fee. Supply List 5 Fridays, 04/03/23…
View MoreIndependent Study: Fused Glass – Level: All – Berry (BER040323)
Apr 03, 2023 1:00PM—May 01, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis glass fusing class is for all levels. The instructor, Susan Berry, will work individually with students on projects appropriate for their skills. Glass & firing fees are extra. Supply List 5 Mondays, 04/03/23 – 05/01/23
View MoreBeginning Landscapes: Acrylic & Oil – Wilson (WIL040323)
Apr 03, 2023 9:00AM—May 01, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLearn the basics of acrylics & oils and techniques of the brushes and tools you will use under the instruction of Toni Wilson. Build your skills and confidence in color mixing, blending and shading. You will also learn the elements of composition to help you create successful landscapes. Supply List 5 Mondays, 04/03/23 – 05/01/23
View MoreThe Northman
Apr 03, 2023 7:00PM
Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
Buy TicketsThe Viking Age. With a mind aflame with hate and revenge, Prince Amleth, the wronged son of King Aurvandill War-Raven, heads to cold, windswept Iceland to retrieve what was stolen from him: a father, a mother, and a kingdom. And like a war dog picking up the enemy’s scent, brutal Amleth embarks on a murderous…
View MoreIntermediate Watercolor 1 – Bachofner (BAC040423-1)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterFor students moving to the intermediate level, expand the techniques of watercolor and continue to explore color mixing and application with Linda Bachofner. Demos will enable you to understand how to build the painting and assistance will be available throughout the class time. Enjoy the thrill of watercolor! Supply List 5 Tuesdays, 04/04/23 – 05/02/23
View MoreIntermediate Watercolor 2 – Bachofner (BAC040423-2)
Apr 04, 2023 1:00PM—May 02, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterExpand your watercolor skills and knowledge as you develop a painting under the instruction of Linda Bachofner. Demos will be given throughout the process, then step by step we will build our paintings. Material research of the “Tried and True” will be discussed. Assistance available throughout the class time. Enjoy the thrill of watercolor! Supply…
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR040423-1)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 09, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to Stone Stone fee separate. Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools under the instruction of Doug Corsini. Depending on size and complexity…
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR040423-2)
Apr 04, 2023 12:30PM—May 09, 2023 3:30PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to Stone Stone fee separate. Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools under the instruction of Doug Corsini. Depending on size and complexity…
View MoreAdult Ballet – Engle (ENG040423)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 10:00AM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Rd
RegisterWhether you are a rank beginner or a little rusty, this class instructed by Margaret Engel is for you! Key elements of classical ballet will encompass balance, grace and musicality skills while building strength, coordination and endurance. Additional levels may be added as enrollment permits. What to wear? Ideally, the traditional leotard, tights and soft…
View MoreIntro to Acrylics – Julian (JUL040423)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis is a follow along class giving you the basics of acrylic painting. Dee Julian leads you through exercises in mixing colors, blending, drawing and shading. Class includes information on materials/supplies used in acrylic painting. Level: All Supply List 5 Tuesdays, 04/04/23 – 05/02/23
View MoreMastering the Wheel – Kravec (KRA040423)
Apr 04, 2023 6:00PM—May 02, 2023 9:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterYou’ll get hooked! As a unique fluid rotating tool, the potter’s wheel fascinates its user. Learn basic wheel throwing techniques for making a variety of clay vessels under the instruction of Steve Kravec. $58 clay glaze firing fee. Supply List 5 Tuesdays, 04/04/23 – 05/02/23
View MoreSlab to FAB – Lawson (LAW040423)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLearn how to create wonderful functional and non-functional clay work using the slab roller and hand-building, under the instruction of Sandy Lawson. The possibilities are endless! This is a fun class for beginners but anyone is welcome! $58 clay glaze firing fee. Supply List 5 Tuesdays, 04/04/23 – 05/02/23
View MoreIt’s Abstract—with Lisa Batch
Apr 04, 2023 5:30PM—8:30PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterJoin us for a whole new experience! Explore the joy of your creativity. YOUR DESIGN, YOUR COLORS, this experience IS all about YOU! Sharing fun techniques and helpful hints, the instructor will show you how to create your vision on the canvas. At the end of the night you will leave with a completely unique…
View MoreColored Pencil Painting – Sholler (SHO040423)
Apr 04, 2023 1:00PM—May 02, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterCreate masterful, vibrant colored pencil paintings layer by layer under the instruction of Ruthe Sholler. Level: Intermediate/Advanced Supply List 5 Tuesdays, 04/04/23 – 05/02/23
View MoreBeginning Watercolor – Krchmar (KRC040423)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis beginning watercolor class is both an introduction to watercolor techniques and an opportunity to delve into processes which will help you explore and develop your own creativity. Choosing subject material, painting styles, sketching, journaling, tools, techniques, lighting and capturing movement are some of the topics addressed in this exploratory introduction to watercolor. Instructor: Sunny…
View MoreMandalas – Otis (OTS040423)
Apr 04, 2023 9:00AM—May 02, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterPlease Note: Time change, now 9am – 12pm Learn how to create the beautiful symmetry of Mandalas. These geometric designs have a very calming effect as you work on them. This class begins with a simple symmetrical design using monochromatic colors. You will learn how to build upon your design through the use of color…
View MoreCompton & Bennett in A Cracker at the Ritz
Apr 04, 2023 7:00PM
Center for Performing Arts, Moe Auditorium & Film Center - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterSatirists Compton & Bennett present their newest musical, A Cracker at the Ritz. Enjoy a 85-minute satirical roasting of all things Florida in song and sketch comedy. You’ll hear Snowbird Come and He Won’t Go Home, Swampland Scam, Migrant Worker Man and many more! Includes a 15-minute intermission. Additional performance dates: April 11, 2023 April 25, 2023 May…
View MoreIndependent Study Fused Glass – Berry (BER040523)
Apr 05, 2023 1:00PM—May 03, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterThis glass fusing class is for all levels – beginners through advanced – instructor Susan Berry will mentor students at their level with individual projects chosen by the student or suggested by the instructor. Pre-requisite for beginners: Intro to Glass Fusing. Glass & Firing not included. Supply List 5 Wednesdays, 04/05/23 – 05/03/23
View MoreFigure Study – Monitor (FIG040523)
Apr 05, 2023 1:00PM—May 03, 2023 4:00PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterNo instructor/monitor only – Work from life in this Figure Study class with the medium of your choice. Models are clothed or nude, either long or short pose, pending artists wishes. Drop-ins welcome. Drop in: $35 mem / $39 non-mem 5 Wednesdays, 04/05/23 – 05/03/23
View MoreStone Carving: “Rocks to Art” – Corsini (COR040523)
Apr 05, 2023 9:00AM—May 10, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterLevel: pre-req. Intro to Stone Stone fee separate. Transform a rock into a unique stone sculpture! Choose from a variety of colors and types of stones such as Alabaster, Soapstone, African Wonderstone and even Marble. Learn design concepts, carving techniques and use of tools under the instruction of Doug Corsini. Depending on size and complexity…
View MoreAdult Intermediate Tap Class – Demchak (DEM040523-1) TIME CHANGE
Apr 05, 2023 10:00AM—May 03, 2023 11:00AM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterPlease Note Time Change: 10am – 11am Level: Intermediate Join us for a fun and exhilarating hour of tap dancing with instructor Jill Demchak. This class is for tappers with experience. Enjoy challenging yourself and have a great time. Class is held at the Moe Auditorium Dance Studio. Supply List 5 Wednesdays, 04/05/23 – 05/03/2023
View MoreAdult Beginner Tap Class – Demchak (DEM040523-2)
Apr 05, 2023 11:00AM—May 03, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Performing Arts - 10150 Bonita Beach Road
RegisterLevel: Beginner Join us for an exhilarating hour of Tap Dancing. This class is for beginners or those yearning to get tapping again. Enjoy getting your rhythm back and having a great time! Supply List 5 Wednesdays, 04/05/23 – 05/03/23
View MoreHandbuilding – Ryan (RYA040523-1)
Apr 05, 2023 9:00AM—May 03, 2023 12:00PM
Center for Visual Arts - 26100 Old 41 Road
RegisterFor intermediate and advanced handbuilders ready to explore! This class, with instructor Rinny Ryan, will give you the techniques that will make your pottery excel! $58 clay glaze firing fee. Supply List 5 Wednesdays, 04/05/23 – 05/03/23
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