STARTS OCTOBER 5! Pre-Ballet and Creative Movement with Njelama Dacas Johnson | Ages 3-6

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Saturdays: 9:00 – 10:00 am

October 5 – December 21 (alternating weeks on the following schedule):

October 5 & 19
November 2 & 16
December 7 & 21

This fun and engaging class was specially designed for younger beginning dancers, ages 3-6. Under the caring, expert instruction of Njelama Dacas Johnson, students will be introduced to the fundamental building blocks of movement, rhythm/musicality, as well as begin to create movement of their own. Students will develop understanding of movement concepts, flexibility, balance, and coordination through specific ballet-based movements and creative exploration.

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

6 CLASSES: Members: $125, Non-members: $135

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Ballet 1 with Njelama Dacas Johnson | Ages 7-9

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Saturdays: 10:00 – 11:00 am

October 5 – December 21 (alternating weeks on the following schedule):

October 5 & 19
November 2 & 16
December 7 & 21

Under the caring, expert instruction of Njelama Dacas Johnson, students will be introduced to the fundamental building blocks of ballet technique and movement, Students will develop understanding of movement concepts, flexibility, balance, and coordination through specific ballet-based movements and creative exploration.

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

6 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Ballet 2 with Njelama Dacas Johnson | Ages 10-12

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 4:30 – 5:30 pm

October 2 – December 18 (No class November 6 or November 27)

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Ballet 3 with Njelama Dacas Johnson | Ages 13+

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 5:45 – 6:45 pm

October 2 – December 18 (No class November 6 or November 27)

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

8 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Modern with Njelama Dacas Johnson | Ages 7-12 [Sold Out]

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays: 5:45 – 6:45 pm

October 3 – December 19 (No class October 31 OR November 7 OR November 28)

This fun and exploratory class is an opportunity to engage in the art of modern dance and movement. Under the caring, expert instruction of Njelama Dacas Johnson, students will be introduced to the fundamental building blocks of modern dance technique and movement concepts. Students will grow their technical ability as well as discover improvisation and choreography experiences, also placing emphasis on flexibility, balance, and coordination. Students will develop their own individuality and style through movement as well as work collaboratively with one another.

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

NEW! Intro to Jazz and Broadway Dance with Marissa Finkelstein | Ages 7-9

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

September 30 – December 16 (no class October 14 OR November 4)

A perfect class for musical theater performers or new dance students (ages 7-9) who love Broadway and want to learn the many different styles from their favorite shows. Learn how to pick up combinations quickly and perform them with confidence!

Wear comfortable clothes and jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: Members: $160, Non-members: $175

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Jazz and Broadway Dance 2 with Marissa Finkelstein | Ages 10-14 [Sold Out]

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

October 9 – December 18 (no class November 6)

Perfect for musical theater performers or continuing dance students (ages 10-14) who love Broadway and want to learn the many different styles from their favorite shows. Learn how to pick up combinations quickly and perform them with confidence!

Wear comfortable clothes and jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Tap with Marissa Finkelstein | Ages 10-14

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 6:30 - 7:30 pm

September 30 – December 16 (no class October 14 OR November 4)

A highly energetic class in the timeless art of Tap. Under the skilled instruction of Marissa Finkelstein beginning and intermediate students will have a blast while learning and improving foundational rhythms and classic combinations, in a variety of tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm and Contemporary Tap.

Wear comfortable clothes and tap shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES:ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ZUMBINI with Lisa Zwerin | Ages: 0-4 (no charge for second child!)

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays: 10:00 - 10:45am

October 3 – November 21 (No class November 7)

What is Zumbini you ask? A FUN and energetic 45 minute music and movement experience designed for children 0-4 years old with a caregiver which also includes dancing, singing and playing instruments. A child-focused journey into the world of music, movement, and dance, and the natural response music provokes in both children and adults. A Zumbini class is a celebration of the power of music to enhance our lives, stimulate learning, inspire dance movement, and strengthen the bond between parent and child. Focuses on energy, fun, and play to contribute toward the natural development of cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills.

**no charge for a second child!

7 CLASSES: Members: $130, Non-members: $150

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Adventures in Art for Older Students with Gianna Manzardo | Ages 12+

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays: 5:00 – 6:00pm

October 3 - December 19 (No class 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/28)

Join Gianna Manzardo for this art sampler class, designed for older students looking to expand their artistic horizons! This class will cover a variety of media, including watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, and pastel. As we work with the various materials, we will also learn about art history, the elements and principles of design, and how to use them to create dynamic pieces of art.

8 CLASSES: Members: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

ENTIRE SESSION FREE! Artsy Pals! (a child and caregiver adventure)

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 10:30 – 11:15am

September 30 - December 16 (No class 10/14, 10/21, 11/4)

For children 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Every 45 minute class offers something new to create a lifelong love of art and a special bonding experience for all involved. The class focuses on energy, FUN, and play to contribute towards the natural development of artistic, cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills

9 CLASSES: ENTIRE SESSION FREE! (class limit of 12)

CLASS 1 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm: Watercolors and MORE with Miss Fish! | Ages 4-8

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

CLASS 1: Mondays 4:00 – 5:00pm

September 30 – December 16 (No class 10/14, 11/4)

For those little artists who just LOVE to PAINT and CREATE! Under the loving and expert direction of Miss Fish students will use watercolors to make beautiful paintings and make AMAZING art pieces and craft projects with clay, cray pas, paper and more! Students will love these classes run by legendary art educator, Miss Fish, who will stir the imagination and bring out the creative best in every child! Each week, students will learn new tips for painting and create their own masterpieces! Supplies included.

10 CLASSES: Members: $175, Non-members: $200

CLASS 2 | 5:15 – 6:15 pm: Watercolors and MORE with Miss Fish! | Ages 4-8 |

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

CLASS 2: Mondays 5:15 – 6:15 pm

September 30 – December 16 (No class 10/14, 11/4)

For those little artists who just LOVE to PAINT and CREATE! Under the loving and expert direction of Miss Fish students will use watercolors to make beautiful paintings and make AMAZING art pieces and craft projects with clay, cray pas, paper and more! Students will love these classes run by legendary art educator, Miss Fish, who will stir the imagination and bring out the creative best in every child! Each week, students will learn new tips for painting and create their own masterpieces! Supplies included.

10 CLASSES: Members: $175, Non-members: $200

NEW! FABULOUS Art for FANTASTIC Artists with Miss Fish! | Ages 8-12

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:00 pm

October 2 – December 18 (No class 11/6, 11/27)

For those older artists (ages 8-12)! Under the loving and expert direction of Miss Fish, students study the elements of art and the creative process in this hands on, multi–media class. Learn about art fundamentals such as line, shape, composition, and color. Students will explore a variety of materials including graphite, charcoal, pastel, paint, and more. Students will love these classes run by legendary art educator, Miss Fish, who will stir the imagination and bring out the creative best in every child! Each week, students will learn new tips for painting and create their own masterpieces! Supplies included.

10 CLASSES: Members: $175, Non-members: $200

NEW! Halloween and the Holiday Scene! with Doodle Dude | Ages 5-12

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 4:00 – 5:00pm

October 7 - December 9 (No class October 14 OR November 4)

Back by popular demand! We will have a blast working with different media while we bring art into the Fall season and celebrate all of it’s amazing Holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa, New Years and MORE!) From the amazing worlds of Tim Burton, Rankin and Bass, and Aardman Animations, each class will have plenty of character creation and more! What you create will AMAZE you! No one brings art to life like Art Kaney, the Doodle Dude! From the cute and cool, to the crazy, and from the basics to more advanced techniques, the Doodle Dude will educate, entertain and inspire!

8 CLASSES: Members: $140, Non-members: $160

Cartooning and Clay with Doodle Dude with Doodle Dude | Ages 5-12

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays:  4:00 - 5:00pm

October 9 - December 11 (No class November 6 OR November 27)

Celebrate fall with MAC legend, Doodle Dude! Get creative drawing, sculpting, crafting and cartooning with the artsy awesome colors of Fall! No one brings cartooning, clay and animation to life like Art Kaney, the Doodle Dude! From the cute and cool, to the crazy, and from the basics to more advanced techniques, the Doodle Dude will educate, entertain and inspire!

8 CLASSES: Members: $140, Non-members: $160

The Art of Gaming with Doodle Dude | Ages 5-12

LOCATION: MAC ANNEX – 121 Kings Highway, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays:  4:00 - 5:00pm

October 10- December 12(No class November 7 OR November 28)

Do your kids love video games? Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite, Among us, Pokémon and of course, Sonic! Well, let’s get them off the consoles and onto the drawing board! Painting, Drawing, Animatics, Video Game and Character Design… PLUS clay and 8 bit art! No one brings art and painting to life like Art Kaney, the Doodle Dude! From the cute and cool, to the crazy, and from the basics to more advanced techniques, the Doodle Dude will educate, entertain and inspire!

8 CLASSES: Members: $140, Non-members: $160

ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. with Kathy Connolly-Oliver | Ages 10+ [Sold Out]

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

SOLD OUT: We do hope to open some more spots! TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST, please email [email protected]

Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

September 25 – December 11 (No class November 6 OR 27)

Start the school year right with this high-energy musical theater class.  Students will have voice, acting and dance training culminating in our traditional annual production of Elf, Jr.   Although students will audition for roles, every student will receive a part.  Students will receive two complimentary tickets for the show.

Auditions: Wednesday, September 18th from 5-7pm

Students must be available through December 14

Tech Rehearsals (mandatory): Students must be available during the week of December 9-12 when class will meet every night from 5-7pm for tech rehearsals. 

Show Dates:  December 13 at 7:00 pm,  December 14 at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm

10 WEEKS: Price: Members – $585 | Non-Members – $625

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM HAS A CLASS LIMIT OF 30

Fall Mini-Musical Theater Intensive with Kathy Connolly | Ages 6-9 [Sold Out]

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays: 4:00 – 6:00pm

September 26 - December 12 (No class November 7 OR November 28)

This exciting class is for younger performers ages 6-9. Using a professional conservatory approach, the students will take individual classes in Acting, Dance, Improv, and Voice. Under the expert instruction of award winning Director and teaching artist, Kathy Connolly with experienced dance instructor and choreographer, Dawn Ferro and and our team of professional theater artists, and visiting Master Class presenters, the students will explore their creativity and develop their confidence and skills in a fun and nurturing environment!

10 WEEKS: Members: $385, Non-members: $420

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM HAS A CLASS LIMIT OF 16

Acting with Kathy Connolly | Ages 9-12 [Sold Out]

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

SOLD OUT: We do hope to open some more spots! TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST, please email [email protected]

Fridays: 4:00 – 5:30pm

September 27 - December 13 (No class November 8 OR November 29)

In this fun and exciting class, students will study the fundamentals of acting technique and theater through theater games, scene work and improvisation. Under the expert instruction of award-winning Director and Teaching Artist, Kathy Connolly, students will work on monologues and scenes in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. While the focus is always on fun, this class also has wonderful additional benefits including; strengthened self-esteem, improved reading comprehension, and the continuing development of positive social skills.

10 CLASSES: Members: $250, Non-members: $275

Beginning Acting with Felicia Russell | Ages 6-8

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Fridays: 4:00 – 5:00pm

September 27 - December 13 (No class November 8 OR November 29)

Students will have a blast and build confidence exploring theater games, storytelling, improv & more! Under the nurturing instruction of NJ performer and Teaching Artist, Felicia Russell (a proud MAC alum!), students will learn the fundamentals of acting technique and theater in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Students will also get guest instruction from award-winning Director and Teaching Artist, Kathy Connolly, to work on monologues and scenes and even collaborate to create new short pieces together!

10 CLASSES: Members: $160, Non-members: $175