Susan Ina Academy of Performing Arts begins an exciting new season of new classes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. A range of classes for all ages 2-92 include styles like ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater, lyrical, contemporary, , hip hop, tumbling, leaps and turns, creative movement, conditioning, pilates and more!
Susan Ina Academy of Performing Arts hosts a vibrant adult dance program with dancers beginner through advanced! Take our weekly tap or jazz class or sample a new dance style each week with our Specialty class. Dancers vote on what style they want to try next!
In this 6 week class, students will learn about the properties of clay and glaze materials. Through discussion, demonstration and hands-on experience, we will explore how the material moves and how to control it. Focus will be on bowl forms and throwing off the hump. Personal style and glaze application solutions will also be introduced.
Registration is open for Fall Theater Classes with Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall. Ages 5-teens; weekly after school and weekends for ages 4-7. Pick from several themes: Create a Play, Improv, Musical Theater, KinderTheater, Adult Acting, and more.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 2:00-3:30pm, Room 308, Price: $10 (TFA26NM01) Join us in exploring our great American folk musical legacy as we sing the songs of sailors, fieldhands, Union organizers, fighters for civil rights , anti-war protesters, and timeless ballads of love and loss. “Shower singers” and listeners all welcome, absolutely no training necessary! Our […]
Mondays, 9/28/26-11/2/26, 10am-12pm, Room: 214, Price: $243.23 (TFA26MG01) Learn to paint still life in our beautiful north light studio. Inspired by the colorist tradition of the Cape Cod School of Art, students will learn to create form and atmosphere using color. Class is open to all levels of experience. Supply list available at https://www.melissagryder.com * […]
Mondays, 9/28/26-12/7/26, 1:15-2:30pm, Room 102, Price: $165.60 (TFA26LP01) Basics II is a class designed for adults who have some ballet background. Additional barre and centre exercises, including turns and jumps, will be added as the class level permits; however, students are encouraged to move at their own pace. Dress: leotard, tights and skirt or other […]
Mondays, 9/28/26-12/7/26, 5:00-6:00pm, Room 101, Price $149.04 (TFA26MP01) Ages 16+: Always wanted to tap, but wasn't sure where to start? This class will go over the fundamentals of tap and tap rhythms. Tap is a fun way to make new friends and excercise while creating your own music. For any questions regarding the class, please […]
Tuesdays, 9/29/26-10/20/26, 1pm-3pm, Room: 303, Price: $127.31 (TFA26LGB03) Are you stuck on a project, or have a project in mind but need help getting started? Bring your project and your knitting or crochet questions to the Fiber Arts Studio! In this student-directed, four-week session, we will answer your questions as we cover a range of […]
Through music, imagination, and play, children will explore movement while developing coordination, balance, rhythm, and listening skills. Dancers will enjoy creative games, obstacle courses, props, and simple dance activities that encourage self-expression and build confidence in a fun, nurturing environment. This class helps lay the foundation for future dance training while fostering creativity, social skills, […]
AGES 14-Adult welcome to join in!! This beginner drawing class will be offered virtually by Anita Hagan. NOTE: This is a level 2; please take Anita's level 1 class before registering for this one. Things to know: -1 hour weekly lesson given by Anita Hagan with time for weekly Q&A and critiques at the beginning […]
Join your little mover in class as they learn the foundations of dance through stretching, fun dance exercises and simple routines. Enjoy all the fun with them safe and happy by your side! Perfect for ages 18months-3 years old.
Wednesday, 9/30/26, 6-8pm, Room 103, Price: $116.57 (TFA26KPL01) In this 2hr workshop, students will design and make two votive candleholders. Students will use glass sheets, scrap, glass stringers, and frit, to adorn their pieces. No prior experience needed. Teaching Artist: Kathie Perry Lynch Minimum Enrollment: 4
Class Experience Take some time to yourself to use your hands, create and socialize with like-minded creatives. No experience necessary - just the willingness to get out of the house, open your mind and have some fun. Play in art and creativity is so important, this is a great way to spend at least one […]
Find your monthly creative adventure with like-minded creators in our monthly Creative Circle. Drop in or join us for all 5! Aug. 13 Sept. 10 Oct. 1 Nov. 5 Dec. 10 Class Experience Each session, participants will uncover a new medium and creative challenge. No two are alike! Creative Kate, art coach (www.katetheartcoach.com), will be […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure," a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including Aperture, […]
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:00am-10:00am, Room 101, Price: $20.70 (TFA26LPT06) Warm-up to songs from a range of genres and learn a routine in an hour! A different routine will be featured at each pop-up. Choreography will be geared towards absolute and gentle beginner teen/adult dancers (ages 14+). Check-out our other sessions! Offered about once per […]
Saturday, 10/3/26, 10am-1pm, Room: 303, Price: $70.90 (TFA26LGB04) Have you ever looked at a bit of yarn and wondered how it was made? Learn the basics of spinning on a drop spindle. You will learn how to draft fiber, spin and ply yarn, and finish your new yarn. If you enjoy other yarn-related crafts, you'll […]
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:15am-11:30am, Room 101, Price: $25.85 (TFA26LPT07) Warm-up to songs from a range of genres and leave with a routine to show off! A different routine will be featured at each pop-up. Choreography will be geared towards advanced beginner and intermediate teen/adult dancers, but all experience levels ages 14+ are welcome! Check-out […]
Registration is open for Fall Theater Classes with Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall. Ages 5-teens; weekly after school and weekends for ages 4-7. Pick from several themes: Create a Play, Improv, Musical Theater, KinderTheater, Adult Acting, and more.
Mondays, 10/5/26-10/26/26, 6:30pm-9:30pm, Room: 300, Price: $224 (TFA26JY01) Learn how to get out of auto mode and use your camera to its fullest potential! Students will learn how to adjust the lens aperture and shutter speed to manipulate depth of field and motion effects. Other topics include lenses, ISO, exposure modes (P, A/Av, S/Tv, and […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure,” a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including: Aperture […]
Tuesdays, 10/6/26-10/13/26, 2-4pm, Room 103, Price: $195.40 (TFA26CS05) This is a fun introduction to kiln formed glass, an amazing material with endless possibilities. In this 2 week class students will learn how to cut glass and create a beautiful, fused glass tray. Recycled glass, pattern bar pieces and stringer will be used to create one […]
Through music, imagination, and play, children will explore movement while developing coordination, balance, rhythm, and listening skills. Dancers will enjoy creative games, obstacle courses, props, and simple dance activities that encourage self-expression and build confidence in a fun, nurturing environment. This class helps lay the foundation for future dance training while fostering creativity, social skills, […]
Tuesdays, 10/6/26-12/1/26, 5:30-6:30pm, Room 300, Price $165.60 (TFA26CR02) Attention young drama kids, playwrights, directors, and actors! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure in theater? Join our exciting "Create a Play" class designed just for you! In this dynamic program, students become the architects of their own theatrical vision. Guided by experienced instructors, […]
Join your little mover in class as they learn the foundations of dance through stretching, fun dance exercises and simple routines. Enjoy all the fun with them safe and happy by your side! Perfect for ages 18months-3 years old.
Wednesdays, 10/7/26- 12/2/26, 5:30-6:30pm, Room 300, Price $165.60 (TFA26CR04) Does your child love to sing, act, or perform? Our Musical Theater class is the perfect place for young performers to build confidence, creativity, and stage skills — all while having a blast! In this fun and supportive class, students will: -Learn essential singing and […]
Wednesdays, 10/7/26- 12/2/26, 7:00-9:00pm, Room 300, Price $331.20 (TFA26CR05) One of our most popular classes! Unlock your acting potential and embark on a transformative journey with our dynamic adult acting class! Whether you're taking your first steps onto the stage or looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to empower you with a […]
Teens and Adults Welcome! Live figure drawing meets killer playlist. A unique life drawing experience featuring models ranging from burlesque performers to professional life models, in both costume and nude. BYO supplies. We do have drawing boards, easels, and basic drawing supplies available if you need them. Feel free to bring a snack or a […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure," a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including Aperture, […]
Friday, 10/9/26, 6:30pm-9pm, Room: 214, Price: $93.15 (TFA26ST01) A totally great time that may result in mild side effects such as newfound opinions about color theory, emotional attachment to paintbrushes, and a suspicious interest in berets. Inspired by artists who have already done it—or some who are still in the process—we’ll look at their interesting […]
Fridays, 10/9/26-10/30/26, 7pm-9pm, Room: 212, Price: $196.65 (TFA26EMC02) This course is for painters who have already explored the basics in Watercolor 1, or have some experience. We tackle more subjects and techniques that will take your paintings to the next level. You'll leave with a greater set of skills and understanding of color theory, atmospheric […]
Saturday October 10, 2026, 9:30-10:30am, Room 101, Price $18.63 (TFA26DB02) What's better than a fun workout to start off your Saturday morning? Zumba is a Latin-music inspired exercise program for everybody and every BODY. No dancing experience needed. Just be ready to move and have fun! Please bring an extra pair of clean comfortable shoes […]
Saturday, 10/10/26, 10am-1pm, Room: 212, Price: $100.40 (TFA26SB04) In this hands-on silk screen T-shirt printing workshop, participants will create custom, wearable artwork, using vinyl stencils designed and cut with a Cricut machine. Students will learn the basics of screen printing, including stencil preparation, ink application, layering, and fabric printing techniques. Through experimentation with graphic design, […]
Saturdays, 10/10/26-12/5/26, 11:00am-12:00pm, Room 300, Price $165.60 (TFA26CR06) Embark on a magical journey with Kinder Theater! Guided by their vivid imaginations, young actors will set sail to new destinations in every class. From exploring lush jungles to sailing the seven seas and even blasting off to outer space, the possibilities are endless! Using their bodies […]
Registration is open for Fall Theater Classes with Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall. Ages 5-teens; weekly after school and weekends for ages 4-7. Pick from several themes: Create a Play, Improv, Musical Theater, KinderTheater, Adult Acting, and more.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2:00-3:30pm, Room 308 Price: $10 (TFA26NM02) Join us in exploring our great American folk musical legacy as we sing the songs of sailors, fieldhands, Union organizers, fighters for civil rights , anti war protesters, and timeless ballads of love and loss. “Shower singers” and listeners all welcome, absolutely no training necessary! […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure,” a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including: Aperture […]
Through music, imagination, and play, children will explore movement while developing coordination, balance, rhythm, and listening skills. Dancers will enjoy creative games, obstacle courses, props, and simple dance activities that encourage self-expression and build confidence in a fun, nurturing environment. This class helps lay the foundation for future dance training while fostering creativity, social skills, […]
All ages, all levels welcome in this mat pilates class as we work on strengthening, lengthening and flexibility. Make some time for yourself and your body this fall!
Join your little mover in class as they learn the foundations of dance through stretching, fun dance exercises and simple routines. Enjoy all the fun with them safe and happy by your side! Perfect for ages 18months-3 years old.
Wednesday, 10/14- 10/21, 6-9pm, Room 110, Price: $272.89 (TFA26JM09) Discover the possibilities of metal clay in this 2-week class as you transform a clay-like material into solid metal jewelry. Learn techniques including shaping, texturing, carving, refining, and finishing while creating original jewelry pieces. Explore the creative flexibility of metal clay and watch your designs transform […]
Skip the Bar, Create at Art Bar! Third Thursdays | 6-8 PM Trade your typical night out for something extraordinary. Welcome to Art Bar – where creativity meets community in a candlelit studio that feels more lounge than classroom. How It Works Set the Scene: Soft candlelight transforms our studio into an intimate, lounge-like atmosphere […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure," a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including Aperture, […]
Friday, 10/16/26, 6pm-8pm, Room: 300, Price: $42.44 (TFA26NL02) Grab your kid and join mixed media artist Nichole Leavy to create a one-of-a-kind collage mask using a variety of found objects and materials. Enrollment is for one adult and one child, both participations can make their own project.
Saturday, 10/17/26, 10am-2pm, Room 110. Price: $235.72 (TFA26JM05) This one-day workshop is a fun crash course into an everyday wearable - a set of stacking rings! In Stackable Rings you’ll learn to make a stack of hand-textured sterling silver rings. With each demonstrated step, you will be learning fundamental jewelry making skills, making this a […]
Saturday, 10/17/26, 10-11:30am, Room 103, Price: $60.73 (TFA26CS14) In this one day class students will learn how to cut glass and create a fused glass pumpkin suncatcher. Recycled glass, pattern bar pieces and stringer will be used to create a 6-inch by 6-inch suncatcher. This class is for a parent and child and is suitable […]
Registration is open for Fall Theater Classes with Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall. Ages 5-teens; weekly after school and weekends for ages 4-7. Pick from several themes: Create a Play, Improv, Musical Theater, KinderTheater, Adult Acting, and more.
Sunday, 10/18/26, 1pm-4pm, Room: 214, Price: $20.70 (TFA26COP04) Join the Maryland Hall Figure Co-op group for a three-hour Sunday afternoon session. This session will have short poses: 2 min to 15 min, allowing artists and illustrators to practice drawing the figure quickly. The Figure Co-op offers artists an opportunity to study from life, working with […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure,” a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including: Aperture […]
Tuesdays, 10/20/26 & 10/27/26, 1:30-3:30pm, Room 112, Price: $144.90 (TFA26RMK07) Always thought that it looked like fun to throw on the potter's wheel? Here's your chance to just Try-It! You can give a wheel a spin in this two session wheel throwing class. We supply materials and tools, basic instruction and hands-on assistance. At the […]
Tuesday, 10/20/26, 2-4pm, Room 103, Price: $81.06 (TFA26CS07) This is a fun introduction to kiln formed glass, an amazing material with endless possibilities. In this one day class students will learn how to cut glass and create a mosaic fused glass dish. Recycled glass, pattern bar pieces and stringer will be used to create an […]
Through music, imagination, and play, children will explore movement while developing coordination, balance, rhythm, and listening skills. Dancers will enjoy creative games, obstacle courses, props, and simple dance activities that encourage self-expression and build confidence in a fun, nurturing environment. This class helps lay the foundation for future dance training while fostering creativity, social skills, […]
Join your little mover in class as they learn the foundations of dance through stretching, fun dance exercises and simple routines. Enjoy all the fun with them safe and happy by your side! Perfect for ages 18months-3 years old.
Thursdays, 10/22/26-10/29/26, 9:30am-12:30pm, Room: 214, Price: $99.36 (TFA26AT01) In this two-morning workshop, students create landscape studies in pastel on paper. Students will learn composition basics, how to simplify the scene and understand light and shade. Please bring materials to first class. Age:16 years+. Reach out to Teaching Artist with any questions:tullierarts@gmail.com . Supply List: https://userfiles.faso.us/56844/26433.pdf […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure," a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including Aperture, […]
🎉 The Not Slumber Party: The Ultimate Friday Night Kid-Free Escape! 🎉 Looking for a fun, safe, and hassle-free way to enjoy a date night or mom’s night out? Look no further! The Not Slumber Party is back again this month – the perfect solution for parents who want to enjoy a Friday night out […]
Friday, 10/23/26, 6pm-8pm, Room: 300, Price: $50.72 (TFA26NL03) Upcycle a thrift store figurine into a dazzlingly original art piece. A selection of statues will be provided to choose from, or you may bring in your own thrifted figure. In this 2-hour class, we will transform trash to treasure with creativity and paint. Teaching Artist: Nichole […]
Saturday, 10/24/26, 10am-2pm, Room 110. Price: $142.18 (TFA26JM06) Learn the art of stringing pearls and beads on silk thread. You will learn these pearl stringing techniques: knotting between each pearl; clasps; necklaces, including multi-strand and endless necklaces. No previous experience necessary. Teaching Artist: Jessica McGrath Minimum Enrollment:4
Saturday, 10/24/26, 10-11:30am, Room 103, Price: $48.31 (TFA26CS13) In this one day class students will learn how to cut glass and create a mosaic fused glass dish. Recycled glass, pattern bar pieces and stringer will be used to create a 6-inch by 6-inch dish. This class is for a parent and child and is suitable […]
Saturday, 10/24/26, 10am-1pm, Room: 212, Price: $77.63 (TFA26SB04) Discover the magic of one of the earliest photographic printing techniques in this hands-on cyanotype workshop. Participants will learn how to create striking blue-and-white prints using sunlight, natural objects, photographs, and found materials. Through experimentation with composition, layering, and exposure, students will explore the creative possibilities of […]
Registration is open for Fall Theater Classes with Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall. Ages 5-teens; weekly after school and weekends for ages 4-7. Pick from several themes: Create a Play, Improv, Musical Theater, KinderTheater, Adult Acting, and more.
A Pop-Up Experience for Beginners and Those that want to Keep Painting Teens and Adults are welcome! Watercolor - 4th Mondays 6-8/8:30 pm Discover the joy of watercolor painting in our welcoming, laid-back studio! This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore a new creative outlet with no pressure or prior experience needed, and […]
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure,” a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including: Aperture […]
Tuesdays, 10/27/26-11/17/26, 2-4pm, Room 103, Price: $292.91 (TFA26CS17) This is a fun introduction to kiln formed glass, an amazing material with endless possibilities. In this 4 week class students will learn how to cut glass and create a beautiful fused glass dish, squares project, garden stakes and a kiln carving piece. Recycled glass, pattern bar […]
Through music, imagination, and play, children will explore movement while developing coordination, balance, rhythm, and listening skills. Dancers will enjoy creative games, obstacle courses, props, and simple dance activities that encourage self-expression and build confidence in a fun, nurturing environment. This class helps lay the foundation for future dance training while fostering creativity, social skills, […]
Tuesdays, 10/27/26-11/17/26, 6-8pm, Room 103, Price: $292.91 (TFA26CS18) This is a fun introduction to kiln formed glass, an amazing material with endless possibilities. In this 4 week class students will learn how to cut glass and create a beautiful fused glass dish, squares project, garden stakes and a kiln carving piece. Recycled glass, pattern bar […]
Join your little mover in class as they learn the foundations of dance through stretching, fun dance exercises and simple routines. Enjoy all the fun with them safe and happy by your side! Perfect for ages 18months-3 years old.
Have a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Want to brush up on your photography skills? Join photographer Kaitlyn McQuaid for "First Exposure," a 4-week digital photography workshop covering the foundations of photography. This workshop will run for 2 hours each week, and we'll cover one element of photography in-depth, including Aperture, […]
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00am-10:00am, Room 101, Price: $20.70 (TFA26LPT08) Warm-up to songs from a range of genres and learn a Halloween themed routine! Choreography will be geared towards absolute and gentle beginner teen/adult dancers (ages 14+). Check-out our other sessions! Offered about once per month September-December. A different routine is featured at each pop-up. […]
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10:15am-11:30am, Room 101, Price: $25.85 (TFA26LPT09) Warm-up to songs from a range of genres and leave with a Halloween routine to show off! Choreography will be geared towards advanced beginner and intermediate teen/adult dancers, but all experience levels ages 14+ are welcome! Check-out our other sessions! Offered about once per month […]