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.
Fall 2023 Registration
QUESTIONS?
Contact our Program Director at program@artistscreatingtogether.org or (616) 885-5866
QUESTIONS?
Contact our Program Director at program@artistscreatingtogether.org or (616) 885-5866
Monday Programs
Ukulele Club:
4:15-5:00 pm
ACTion Drummers:
5:15-6:15 pm (FULL)
Tuesday Programs
Digital Storytelling:
4:00-5:00 pm
Dance Improvisation:
5:15-6:15 pm (FULL)
(SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER)
Fall 2023 Programs at a Glance
Additional Programming
ACTion Choir:
Thursdays, 12:15-1:15 pm
Fall Individual Instruction:
1:1 instruction with teacher
Club members chat about music & life while learning how to play this quirky instrument! No previous ukulele experience is necessary. Ukuleles will be provided for students during class. Space is limited, so sign up now! This fall, we will also perform together with the ACTion Drummers in a Community Holiday Concert.
Showcases and Events:
12/4: Community Holiday Concert
(Time and Location to be announced)
No Class:
10/9, 10/30, 11/20
Cost: $100
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: John Nowak
Time: 4:15-5:00pm (45 min)
Date: Mondays,10 sessions
Ukulele Club
Mondays (4:15-5:00 PM)
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27
Class Dates:
Monday Programs
Showcases and Events:
12/4: Community Holiday Concert
(Time and Location to be announced)
No Class:
10/9, 10/30, 11/20
ACTion Drummers
Mondays (5:15-6:15 PM)
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27
Class Dates:
CLASS IS FULL
Join ACT's drum troupe and learn about rhythm, percussion, dynamics, and using music as a tool to build up each other and our community! No previous drumming experience is necessary. This fall, we will also perform with the Ukulele Club together in a Community Holiday Concert.
Cost: $100
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Time: 5:15-6:15pm (1 hr)
Date: Mondays,10 sessions
Tuesday Programs
Tell your story! This class will serve as an introduction to different forms of filmmaking and digital content creation. We will create stories and capture moving images using a variety of filmmaking methods. Experiment with different perspectives of the lens, experimental filmmaking, narrative-based storytelling, and stop-motion animation!
Showcases and Events:
11/14: (4:40-5:00 pm)
at ACT Studio
No Class:
10/10, 10/31, 11/21
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Liz Merriman
Time: 4:00-5:00pm (1 hr)
Date: Tuesdays, 8 sessions
Digital Storytelling
Tuesdays (4:00-5:00 PM)
9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Class Dates:
CLASS IS FULL
All are welcome to move and groove in this improvisational dance class series. Students will explore how dance improvisation can be used to create choreography, process emotions, and create a dance with a partner or group. This class will focus on building a body-positive community. Join us!
Showcases and Events:
10/12: (7:45 pm) Performance at Goei Center
11/14: (6:00-6:15 pm) Showcase at ACT Studio
No Class:
10/10, 10/31, 11/21
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Jacquie Pittman
Time: 5:15-6:15 pm (1 hr)
Date: Tuesdays, 8 sessions
Dance Improvisation
Tuesdays (5:15-6:15 PM)
9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Class Dates:
A community choir directed by teaching artist Erinn Epp, and accompanied by pianist Alisha Snyder. The choir is focused on fun, upbeat music, friendship, and technique. Each season culminates in a community concert. Register for one semester, or receive a discounted rate by registering for both semesters! Open to individuals & to transition classrooms.
Fall Concerts:
12/7 (12:45-1:15 pm): Winter Concert at Kuyper
12/11 (6:30-7:15 pm): Community Concert at Kuyper
Cost:
Fall Semester: $120 (11 sessions)
Spring Semester: $110 (9 sessions)
Discount for signing up for both sessions/full year now: $210.00
Location:
Kuyper College Vos Chapel
Time: 12:15-1:15pm (1 hr)
Date: Thursdays (see below)
ACTion Choir
Thursdays (12:15-1:15 PM)
Fall Semester Dates:
9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7
*Make-up date: 12/14
*No Class: 10/12, 11/23
Spring Semester Dates:
January-March dates TBA
Additional Programming
An ACT teaching artist will meet you virtually OR in-person to provide one-on-one art instruction.
Performing Art instruction offered: guitar, piano, drum, ukulele. Students must have their own instruments.
Visual Art instruction will also include a materials fee and will require materials to be picked up and dropped off at ACT, if virtual.
Session times and location scheduled to fit your needs. All sessions 45 minutes. Offered to individuals of all ages.
Costs:
$200 - 4 sessions
$300 - 6 sessions
$400 - 8 sessions
$500 - 10 sessions
Fall Individual
Instruction
Supported by:
ACT is supported by an award from the MICHIGAN COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.
Join us in ACT's studio to explore art and creativity! Each Open Studio event will feature a new artmaking medium, such as pastels, paint, printmaking, and more! Follow along with the prepared projects, or create something entirely your own. All supplies are provided. Open Studio welcomes those with disabilities, their friends, siblings, and peers of all ages & abilities.
Open Studio
Wednesdays (6:00-7:30 PM)
Cost: $10 per Open Studio
Location: ACT Studio
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm (1.5 hr)
Fall Dates: 9/13, 10/18, 11/8
John Nowak hosts our fall Zoom Dance Party! You won't want to miss this FREE virtual celebration of music and dance. Be sure to clear room to groove and turn your speakers up! Costumes are encouraged during this Halloween-week event. Registration is required.
Zoom Dance Party
Wed. 11/1 (6:30-7:00 PM)
Cost: FREE
Location: Virtual on Zoom
Time: 6:30-7:00 pm (0.5 hr)
Date: 11/1