Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes
Summer 2009
Come join us as we explore the Performing & Literary Arts. The classes below provide a great opportunity to gather with friends, take a break from life, and let it all out! Adult classes and workshops are open to students age 16 and above.
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TURNING LIFE INTO FICTION
DATE: June 2- July 7
TIME: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Weldon
COST: $75
This course will explore ways to mine your own experience, memories, observations, and emotions for the materials of fiction-- and how, and why, to depart from the "truth" when an "untruth" would make a better story. We’ll engage the basic elements of fiction (plot, dialogue, character, conflict, place) and explore the line between fiction and memoir in a series of readings, inclass exercises, and friendly small-group discussions. Ultimately, we will craft our own short stories, workshop them in our friendly small-group setting, and read them aloud on the final night of the course.
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IMPROV WORKSHOPS
COST: 1 Workshop: $10 2 Workshops: $18 3 Workshops: $20
INTRODUCTION TO IMPROV
DATE: June 25
TIME: Thursday 7:00-8:30pm
COST: $60
Awaken your sleeping creativity! Through structured games and the power of saying "yes", discover the joy of your own imagination. No need to see yourself as "funny"-- this class provides a fun and supportive environment for anyone willing to jump in!
IMPROV NIGHT I
DATE: July 9
TIME: Thursday 7:00-8:30pm
PREREQUISITE: Any ArtHaus Improv class, or instructor’s ok
IMPROV NIGHT II
DATE: July 16
TIME: Thursday 7:00-8:30pm
PREREQUISITE: Any ArtHaus Improv class, or instructor’s ok
You know from previous workshops that improv is a great way to release the blocks that separate us from our inherent creativity. Join us for one or both Improv Nights -- come laugh, play and let loose!
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PILATES
DATE: June 17-July 22
TIME: Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
INSTRUCTOR: Karen Berland
COST: $55
Pilates floor exercises concentrate on development of core strength, flexibility, and mind-body awareness. Pilates practitioners report that their bodies become stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to move through their daily lives with grace and ease. Bring your own mat and see for yourself! Karen is an SCW Certified Pilates instructor.
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SWING DANCING
DATE: June 17-July 22
TIME: Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm OR 7:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Alan Hockersmith
COST: $60/couple
Jump blues, country swing, big band, and old time rock and roll are all on the jukebox for this fun filled six week course, perfect for those who want to learn this simple and versatile social dance. Couples are encouraged, but not required. Named "local swing dance pioneer" by the Twin Cities’ City Pages, Alan was a driving force behind the resurgence of Swing Dancing in the Twin Cities from 1995 to 1999. Now it’s Decorah’s turn!
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