ACTion Choir
A community choir taught by Erinn Epp. The choir is focused on fun, friendship, and technique. Features a variety of upbeat songs. Open to individuals & to transition classrooms!
Cost: $130*
Location: Kuyper College
Teaching Artist: Erinn Epp
Time: 12:20-1:20pm (1 hr)
Date: Thursdays, 14 weeks
Performance: April 21 at Kuyper College
*Transition Classrooms, contact ACT for pricing
Class Dates:
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January 6
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January 13
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January 20
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January 27
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February 3
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February 10
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February 17
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February 24
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March 3
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March 10
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March 17
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March 24
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April 14
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April 21
Winter - Spring 2022
Put on a Show: Theatre Class
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January 4
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January 11
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January 25
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February 1
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February 8
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February 15
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February 22
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March 1
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March 8
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March 15
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April 12
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April 19
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April 26
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May 10
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May 17
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May 24
Express yourself in this unique theater class as we work together to put on a full theater production! In weekly rehearsals, students will explore character development, costuming, props and more in this 16 week long course culminating in a performance!
We will be performing "The Not-So Mysterious Disappearance of Cinderella", written by Chuck Novatka. This play is part of a fantastic collection of plays on Drama Notebook!
Class Dates:
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January 4
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January 11
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January 25
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February 1
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February 8
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February 15
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February 25
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March 1
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March 8
Class Dates:
Join us as we explore the art of drawing using various drawing materials and techniques. Bring your creativity and an open mind!
Cost: $80
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Kerry Rolewicz
Time: 6:30-7:30pm (1 hr)
Date: Tuesdays, 9 weeks
Spring 2022
The Art of Desserts
Have you ever wanted to create art using food? Learn the techniques and tricks to frosting a perfect cake, or decorating an amazing cookie! Students will work together to design beautiful desserts for the opening night of our theater production.
Cost: $60
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Lauren Greer
Time: 6:30-7:30pm (1 hr)
Date: Tuesdays, 6 weeks
Class Dates:
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April 12
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April 19
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April 26
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May 10
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May 17
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May 24
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January 3
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January 10
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January 24
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January 31
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February 7
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February 14
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February 21
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February 28
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March 7
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March 14
Cost: $100
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Time: 5:15-6:15pm (1hr)
Date: Mondays, 10 weeks
Performance: 3/31 at ACTion Art
Winter Session:
Class Dates:
Adult
Programs
Our enrichment programs help adults with disabilities build social skills and self-confidence through artistic accomplishment and creative fellowship.
Adult Art Programs
QUESTIONS?
Contact Caitlin, our Program Coordinator, at: community@artistscreatingtogether.org or (616) 885-5866
Winter-Spring 2022
Notes about In-Person Programs:
As of July 1, 2021, ACT will no longer require those entering our studio to wear face coverings, in accordance with the lifting of the MDHHS Gatherings and Face Coverings Emergency Order. However, the safety of ACT participants, guests, and staff are still our top priority. Face coverings, although optional, are still welcomed and encouraged. We have masks on-site for any individual that requests one. We will still ask that individuals with a fever, and those not feeling well, do not enter the studio. Instead, please call an ACT staff person to let them know that you will be absent. We will continue our sanitizing and cleaning procedures to maintain the safety of our students, teaching artists, volunteers, and staff, and we will employ physical distancing measures as we are able.
ACTion Drummers
Join ACT's drum troupe and learn about rhythm, percussion, music exploration, and having fun! No previous drumming experience necessary.
Visual Art Classes
Performing Arts Classes
Open Studio
Join us Artists Creating Together’s studio to explore art and creativity with projects inspired by artists with disabilities. Open Studio welcomes those with disabilities, their friends, siblings, and peers of all abilities!
Cost: $10 per Open Studio
Dates:
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January 12
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February 9
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March 9
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April 13
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: ACT Studio
Virtual ACTion Drummers
Join ACT's drum troupe and learn about rhythm, percussion, music exploration, and having fun! No previous drumming experience necessary. Students will need drumsticks (or objects in place of drumsticks), a hard surface for drumming, and a musical (or DIY!) shaker.
Class Dates:
Cost: $60
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Time: 5:15-6:15pm (1hr)
Date: Mondays, 6 weeks
Performance: TBD, will occur during Creativity & Ability Festival, May 2-6
Spring Session:
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April 11
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April 18
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April 25
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May 9
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May 16
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May 23
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January 3
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January 10
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January 24
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January 31
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February 7
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February 14
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February 21
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February 28
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March 7
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March 14
Cost: $100
Location: Zoom
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Time: 3:45-4:30pm (45 min)
Date: Mondays, 10 weeks
Optional Performance: 3/31 at ACTion Art
Winter Session:
Class Dates:
Class Dates:
Cost: $60
Location: Zoom
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Time: 3:45-4:30pm (45 min)
Date: Mondays, 6 weeks
Optional Performance: TBD, will occur during Creativity & Ability Festival, May 2-6
Spring Session:
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April 11
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April 18
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April 25
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May 9
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May 16
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May 23
Zoom Dance Parties
Josh Dunigan is keeping our Zoom Dance Parties going with fun tunes and plenty of grooving! Our Zoom Dance Parties are FREE, but pre-registration is required. All you need is some room to move, your speakers turned up, and be ready to dance the night away!
Cost: FREE!
Location: Zoom
Teaching Artist: Josh Dunigan
Dates:
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Wednesday, January 19. Register here.
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Wednesday, May 18 . Register here.
Time: 6:30-7:00pm (30 mins)
Winter 2022
The Art of Drawing
ACT's Adult Visual Art classes emphasize exploration with materials, mediums and techniques, learning alongside friends, collaborative art making, and community!
ACT's Adult Performing Arts classes encourage participants to try new things, to explore performing in an encouraging environment, and to work with their peers to create art!
Cost: $80*
Location: CARE Ballet
Teaching Artist: Heather Liskiewitz
Time: 11am-12pm
Date: Wednesdays, 8 weeks
Performance: April 20
*Transition classrooms, contact ACT for pricing
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February 9
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February 16
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February 23
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March 2
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March 9
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March 16
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April 13
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April 20
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Contemporary Movement
This class is a chance to move and groove, learn a new styles of dance, and join a supportive community of dancers! This spring, join us at CARE Ballet for an uplifting and contemporary take on creative movement. The group will work together to create an expressive performance. Open to individuals and transition classrooms.
Cost: $130
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist & Director: Jess Luiz
Time: 5:15-6:15pm (1 hr)
Date: Tuesdays, 16 weeks
Community & Individual Programs
Private Art Instruction (Virtual or In-Person)
An ACT teaching artist will meet you virtually OR in-person to provide one-on-one art instruction.
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Performing Art instruction offered: guitar, piano, drum, ukulele. Students must have their own instrument.
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Visual Art instruction will also include a materials fee and will required material pick up and drop off if virtual.
Session times and location scheduled to fit your needs. All sessions 45 minutes.
Cost:
$140 for 4 sessions
$210 for 6 sessions
$280 for 8 sessions
$350 for 10 sessions
Location: Zoom or Your Home
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January 3
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January 10
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January 24
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January 31
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February 7
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February 14
Cost: $60
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: John Nowak
Time: 4:15-5:00pm (45min)
Date: Mondays, 6 weeks
Performance: February 14
Class Dates:
Winter 2022
Ukulele Club
Club members chat about music & life while learning how to play this quirky instrument! No previous ukulele experience necessary. Ukuleles will be provided for students during class.
ACT Ukulele Classes
ACT's ukulele classes are a great place to learn a new instrument, build skill, and make music with friends using this joyful instrument!
Class Dates:
Cost: $60
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Sarah Stickney
Time: 4:15-5:00pm (45min)
Date: Mondays, 6 weeks
Performance: May 23
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April 11
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April 18
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April 25
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May 9
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May 16
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May 23
Spring 2022
Ukulele 101
Deepen your understanding of the ukulele by learning new chords, strumming patterns, and exploring the elements of music. No previous ukulele experience is necessary, but be prepared to be challenged during these fun and rewarding lessons! Ukuleles provided. Space is limited so sign up now!