Adult
Programs
About Adult Programs
Comfortable Class Sizes
Professionally Taught
All adult programs are taught by professional Teaching Artists.
Classes average 15 students,
age 16 years and older.
Studio-Based
Classes meet at the ACT studio
unless otherwise noted.
Easy Payment
Payment is due upon registration, but need-based scholarships may be available.
Adult Program Enrollment Dates
Our adult programs are hosted in the ACT studio and other local venues, open to artists 16 years and older with disabilities.
SUMMER
Enrollment Opens: March 30, 2026
Session Dates: June 8 - Sept 3
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FALL
Enrollment Opens: July 6, 2026
Session Dates: Sept 14 - Dec 11, 2026
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WINTER/SPRING
Enrollment Opens: Nov 16, 2026
Winter Session Dates: Jan 11 - March 25, 2027
Spring Session Dates: April 12 - May 25, 2027
Summer 2026 Registration
QUESTIONS?
Contact our Program Coordinator
Already registered for classes but still need to pay?
Monday Programs
Ukulele Club:
4:00-4:45 pm
ACTion Drummers:
Treble 5: 5:00-5:45 pm
Bass 6: 6:00-6:45 pm
(JUNE - AUGUST)
Summer 2026 Programs at a Glance
Thursday Programs
Mindful Moments:
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 pm
Learn how to play this quirky instrument around a circle of friends. Club members chat about music and life; breaking down popular songs chord by chord and playing along as a group. No previous ukulele experience is necessary. Ukuleles will be provided for students during class.
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: John Nowak
Time: Mondays, 4:00-4:45pm (45 min)
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Class Dates (5 classes): April 13, April 20, April 27 (taught by guest teacher), May 4, May 11
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Special Events (1 event):​
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May 18 - ACT Music Showcase at Monroe Community Church (5:30 rehearsal and 6-6:30pm performance)
Ukulele Club
Mondays (4:00-4:45 PM)
*Class is FULL*
Spring Monday Programs
ACTion Drummers
Mondays
(Treble 5 Drummers: 5:00-5:45PM) *Treble 5 Class is FULL*
(Bass 6 Drummers: 6:00-6:45PM)
Join ACT's drum troupe and learn about percussion, dynamics, and using music as a tool to connect! We have two (2) sections of ACTion Drummers: Treble 5 Drummers (5-5:45pm) and Bass 6 Drummers (6-6:45pm).
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Our Bass 6 section of ACTion Drummers (6-6:45pm) started because of how popular our drumming and music classes have grown to be. This class is often a bit smaller, offering the same rythmic fun in a lower sensory setting.
Both groups are open to all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. No previous drumming experience is required to be an ACTion Drummer.
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
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Time:
Treble 5: Mondays, 5:00-5:45pm (45 mins)
Bass 6: Mondays, 6:00-6:45pm (45 mins)​
Class Dates (5 classes): April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11
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Special Events (2 events):
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THURSDAY, April 30 - ACT Open House (6-6:30pm Drummers at event)
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May 18 - ACT Music Showcase at Monroe Community Church (5:30 rehearsal and 6-6:30pm performance)
Spring Tuesday Programs
If you have a love of animals, nature, and art then this is the class for you! Animals will be the subject of all the artwork made in this class but students will work across mediums, led by multi-media teaching artist Kelly Allen. Students will explore a variety of drawing and painting techniques, as well as engaging in fiber arts. For extra fun and inspiration, Blandford Nature Center will bring a few animals to the ACT studio for a day of live art creation AND this class will have the opportunity to see the onstage musical THE LION KING at Broadway GR. Join us for a fur-tastic visual arts experience this Spring!
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Tickets to THE LION KING provided by Broadway GR.
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Kelly Allen
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Time: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (4 classes): April 14, April 21, May 5, May 12
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Special Events (3 events):
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SATURDAY, April 25 - THE LION KING performance at Broadway GR (2pm)
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April 28 - Blandford Nature Center visits with live animals (4-5pm)
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May 19 - Showcase at ACT (4pm students set up; 4:30-5pm guests are welcome to attend a student Artist Talk showcase)
The Animal Kingdom
Tuesdays (4:00-5:00 PM)
Movement, music, and storytelling from the stage! Celebrate the joy of Broadway with fun and engaging choreography. In this vibrant and accessible class, students will explore traditional and modern dance styles through loved musical theatre dance numbers. Participants will build confidence, coordination, and self-expression as they move, act, and create together in a supportive environment. No dance or theatre experience necessary - just a willingness to move, explore, and have fun!
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This class will have the opportunity to see the onstage musical THE LION KING at Broadway GR.
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Musical Theatre Dance is offered in partnership with the Civic Theatre. Tickets to THE LION KING provided by Broadway GR.
Cost: $90
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: MC Chapman
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Time: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:15 pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (5 classes): April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12
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Special Events (3 events):
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SATURDAY, April 25 - THE LION KING performance at Broadway GR (2pm)
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THURSDAY, April 30 - ACT Open House (5-5:30pm dance class at event)
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May 19 - Showcase at ACT (5:15-5:45pm rehearsal; 5:45-6:15pm performance)
Musical Theatre Dance
Tuesdays (5:15-6:15 PM)
Interested in being in both Ukulele Club and ACTion Drummers? Sign up for our Monday Music Combo to be enrolled in both classes back to back! Ukulele Club will meet 4-4:45pm, students will have a 15 minute break, and then stay for Treble 5 ACTion Drummers 5-5:45pm.
*Please note: You can also enroll in just Ukulele Club or just ACTion Drummers. However, the majority of Ukulele Club and Treble 5 (5pm) openings will be reserved for students enrolling in the Monday Music Combo, for ease of scheduling.
Cost: $160
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artists: John Nowak (Ukulele) & Josh Dunigan (Drum)
Time: Mondays, 4:00-5:45pm (1 hr 45 min)
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For Class Dates and Special Events, see Ukulele and Treble 5 dates listed above and below.
Monday Music Combo
Mondays (4:00-5:45 PM)
*Class is FULL*
ACTion Drummers Whitecaps Performance
Thursday, August 13 (6:35 PM)
Join ACT at the Whitecaps this summer!
Our current class of Summer ACTion Drummers will perform the National Anthem, then join the rest of the ACT friends and families to watch the game. All are welcome to join us in the stands — there will be post-game fireworks this evening!
Parents, caregivers, students not in the drumming class, and guests of students are responsible for the purchase of their own tickets and parking, which can be purchased HERE
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Family Fun Night
Date & Time TBA
Join us at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park for a night of art making, adventure, and exploration! Our community partner is opening their doors to ACT families for a night in the Lena Meijer Children's Garden — for FREE!
Family Fun Night is for ACT families with kids of ALL ages and abilities. Space is limited. Registration is REQUIRED and will open later in April when we announce the event date!
Community Events​
(open to the public & all ages)
Make Music Day
Sunday, June 21 (12-5 PM)
Ring in the summer with a worldwide day of music!
Hosted by Make Music Grand Rapids, the day will feature music performed by anyone and free for everyone. ACT students will join this event at Fish Ladder Park to jam together in a Battle of the Bands style performance at the beginning of the event!
Night at ACT Series
($15 per class)
Monday, 6/1 (5-6pm) - ACT Game Night!
Come enjoy all thing games. Stations will be set up with different activities including some yard games.
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Tuesday, 6/2 (5-6pm) - Create a Salt Dough Character!
This simple project takes just 3 ingredients: salt, flour, water. You'll make a square tile out of your dough and use texture tools to add features.
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*ALL AGES WELCOME! Pre-registration is required for these workshops (we need to meet a minimum number of signups to run the event).
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Registration form coming soon!
QUESTIONS?
Contact our Program Coordinator
Supported by:
This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.​​
This program was funded in part by a grant from Corewell Health’s Healthier Communities.
Learn how to play this quirky instrument around a circle of friends. Club members chat about music and life; breaking down popular songs chord by chord and playing along as a group. No previous ukulele experience is necessary. Ukuleles will be provided for students during class.
Cost: $150
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: John Nowak
Time: Mondays, 4:00 - 4:45pm (45 min)
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Class Dates (11 classes): 6/8; 6/15 (lead by guest teacher); 6/22; (no class 6/29); 7/6; 7/13; 7/20; 7/27; 8/3; 8/10; 8/17; 8/24​
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Special Events (3 events): ​
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Make Music Day - Sunday, 6/21 (12:15pm arrival; 12:30-1pm ACT Music Student performance)
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Family Fun Night - Date and Time TBA
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Combined Music Showcase at Monroe Community Church - 8/31 (5:30-6:30pm)
Ukulele Club
Mondays (4:00 - 4:45 PM)
ACTion Drummers
Mondays
(Treble 5 Drummers: 5:00 - 5:45 PM)
(Bass 6 Drummers: 6:00 - 6:45 PM)
Join ACT's drum troupe and learn about percussion, dynamics, and using music as a tool to connect! We have two (2) sections of ACTion Drummers: Treble 5 Drummers (5-5:45pm) and Bass 6 Drummers (6-6:45pm).
Our Bass 6 section of ACTion Drummers (6-6:45pm) started because of how popular our drumming and music classes have grown to be. This class is often a bit smaller, offering the same rhythmic fun in a lower sensory setting.
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​Both groups are open to all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. No previous drumming experience is required to be an ACTion Drummer.
Cost: $160
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
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Times:
Treble 5 Drummers: Mondays, 5 - 5:45pm (45 mins)
Bass 6 Drummers: Mondays, 6 - 6:45pm (45 mins)​
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Class Dates (11 classes): 6/8; 6/15; 6/22; (no class 6/29); 7/6; 7/13; 7/20; 7/27; 8/3; 8/10; 8/17; 8/24
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Special Events (4 events): ​
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Make Music Day - Sunday, 6/21 (12:15pm arrival; 12:30-1pm ACT Music Student performance)
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Family Fun Night - Date and Time TBA
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Whitecaps - 8/13 (5:30-7:30pm)
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Combined Music Showcase at Monroe Community Church - 8/31 (5:30-6:30pm)
Cost: $140
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Sri McCarthy
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Time: Tuesdays, 5:15 - 6:15pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (11classes): 6/9; 6/16; 6/23; (no class 6/30); 7/7; 7/14; 7/21; 7/28; 8/4; 8/11; 8/18; 8/25
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Special Event: Showcase at ACT - 9/1 (5:15-5:45pm students prepare/practice; 5:45-6:15pm showcase for guests and guest artists)​​​
Presenting Art
Tuesdays (5:15 - 6:15 PM)
Submitting artwork or getting feedback on your piece can feel daunting - but it's also a great way to learn and share your work! In this class, students will learn about the process of submitting artwork into shows, including creating a large-scale collaborative art piece that ACT will enter for the class into Artprize this fall. Students will also practice presenting their individual artwork and giving positive feedback about others' pieces. The showcase will be an art show, where students select which piece they want to submit to the class show, and students can present their work to guest artists.
In this visual art class, projects will focus on nature as a subject for art, inspiration, and discussion. Students will have the opportunity to interact with and grow a few plants on our rooftop garden to deepen their learning. Explore the wonder of nature as you create!
Cost: $140
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Kaili Rodriguez
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Time: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (11 classes): 6/9; 6/16; 6/23; (no class 6/30); 7/7; 7/14; 7/21; 7/28; 8/4; 8/11; 8/18; 8/25
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Special Event: Showcase at ACT - 9/1 (4-4:30pm student set up; 4:30-5pm showcase for guests)
Art & Nature
Tuesdays (4:00 - 5:00 PM)
Cost: $15 per class OR $165 for all 12 classes (discounted price for signing up for the whole series)
Location: ACT Studio & various locations
Teaching Artist: Various
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Time: Thursdays, 12:00 - 1:00 pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (12 classes): ​​​
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June 11 - Collage with Kait
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June 18 - Watercolor with Jennifer
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June 25 - Nature Walk with Anita (at Blandford Nature Center)
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July 9 - Chocolate Mandalas with Anya
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July 16 - Yoga with Natalie
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July 23 - Sensory Drawing with Annalise
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July 30 - Jam Making with Krista & Cellar Door Preserves
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August 6 - Mobiles with Bridgette
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August 13 - Birding with John (at Reeds Lake)
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August 20 - Sound and Mindfulness with Jenn
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August 27 - Printmaking with Jess
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September 3 - Visit to The New Growth Project (at their Rockford farm location)
Mindful Moments
Thursdays (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
Mindfulness is a practice of noticing your senses, thoughts, feelings, body, and surroundings to be grounded in the present. This practice can lower stress, improve focus, and support overall health. This summer we will be taking Mindful Moments on Thursdays from 12-1pm. Come join us for art, movement, and time in nature! Sign up for every Thursday class or just the ones that fit your schedule.
*Note*: Not every class date meets at ACT; those happening off-site are indicated in the activity description and students are still responsible for their own transportation to/from off-site locations.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each class you will attend or you must pre-register for the entire series of Mindful Moments.
Tuesday Programs
Thursday Programs
Interested in being in both Ukulele Club and ACTion Drummers? Sign up for our Monday Music Combo to be enrolled in both classes back to back! Ukulele Club will meet 4-4:45pm, students will have a 15 minute break, and then stay for Treble 5 ACTion Drummers 5-5:45pm.
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*Please note: You can also enroll in just Ukulele Club or just ACTion Drummers. However, the majority of Ukulele Club and Treble 5 (5pm) openings will be reserved for students enrolling in the Monday Music Combo, for ease of scheduling.
Cost: $310
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artists: John Nowak (Ukulele) & Josh Dunigan (Drumming)
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Time: Mondays, 4pm - 5:45 pm (1 hr, 45 mins)
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For Class Dates and Special Events, see the Ukulele and Treble 5 dates listed in their class descriptions.
Music Combo
Mondays (4:00 - 5:45 PM)
