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.
(JANUARY - MARCH)
Winter 2026 Programs at a Glance
Thursday
Programs
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: $120
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: John Nowak
Time: Mondays, 4:00-4:45pm (45 min)
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Class Dates (10 classes): 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 (lead by guest teacher Sam Parks), 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 (MAKE UP: 3/30)
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Special Events (2 events):
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3/20 - Performance at American House Jenison (1:45-2:30pm)
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3/23 - Showcase (4-4:30pm students set up; 4:30-4:45pm showcase for guests)
Ukulele Club
Mondays (4:00-4:45 PM)
Monday Programs
ACTion Drummers
Mondays
(Treble 5 Drummers: 5:00-5:45PM)
(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: $120
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 (10 classes): 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2 (lead by guest teacher Sam Briggs), 3/9, 3/16 (MAKE UP: 3/30)
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Special Events (2 events):
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3/10 - Performance at Grandville Transition Program Community Room (9:45am - 10:30am)
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3/23 - Showcase (rehearsal the first 30 minutes of class; showcase for guests during the last 15 minutes of class)
Tuesday Programs
Create sculptures and other 3D artwork inspired by Greek Mythology! The class will look at art, history, architecture, and stories from Ancient Greece to inform their creations. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore backstage with a tour of Civic Theatre and see a dress rehearsal of Civic’s THE LIGHTNING THIEF, a story based in Greek Mythology. The session will culminate in a showcase displaying the class artwork for family and friends.
Cost: $130
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Mandy Cano Villalobos
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Time: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (9 classes): 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/10, 3/17 (MAKE UP: 3/31)
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Special Events (3 events):
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THURSDAY, 2/26 - Dress Rehearsal of THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Civic Theatre @ 7:30pm
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3/3 - Tour of Civic Theatre (5:15-6:15pm)
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3/24 - Showcase @ ACT (student set up 4-4:30pm, 4:30-5pm guests welcome)
From Story to Sculpture
Tuesdays (4:00-5:00 PM)
Explore the world of theatre through acting, costume design, and prop making in this fun, hands-on class. Build confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills in a supportive environment where every participant shines- on stage and behind the scenes. No experience needed- just bring your imagination!
Participants will unlock their sense of play through various theatre games, design elements, and a focus on Greek mythology. Students will have the opportunity to explore backstage with a tour of Civic Theatre and see a dress rehearsal of Civic Theatre's THE LIGHTNING THIEF. The class will culminate in a showcase for family and friends of the acting games and design elements students have created.
This class is offered in partnership with the Civic Theatre.
Cost: $130
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artist: Jess Luiz
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Time: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:15 pm (1 hr)
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Class Dates (9 classes): 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/10, 3/17 (MAKE UP: 3/31)
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Special Events (3 events):
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THURSDAY, 2/26 - Dress Rehearsal of THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Civic Theatre @ 7:30pm
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3/3 - Tour of Civic Theatre (5:15-6:15pm)
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3/24 - Showcase @ ACT (student set up 5:15-5:45pm, 5:45-6:15pm guests welcome for showcase)
Theatre Explorations: Act, Design, Create!
Tuesdays (5:15-6:15 PM)
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. The season will culminate in a showcase, and students this winter will also have the opportunity to perform at ACT's Spring Fundraiser.
Cost: ​$130​
Location: Kuyper College Vos Chapel​
Teaching Artists: Erinn Epp (directs) & Alisha Synder (accompanies)
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Time: Thursdays, 12:10-1:10pm (1 hr) ​
ACTion Choir
Thursdays (12:10-1:10 PM)
Class Dates (8 classes): Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, Feb. 19, (no class Feb. 26), March 12, March 19, (make up if needed is April 2)​​​​
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Special Events (3 events):
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3/5 - ACT Spring Fundraiser optional performance (11am-12:15pm) at Calvin College
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3/17 - ACTion Choir performance at Kuyper College Chapel Service (9:30-10:30am; this campus event will exclusively be a performance by the ACTion Choir)
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3/26 - Winter Community Concert (12:10 students arrive; 12:30-1:10pm performance)
Thursday Programs
Additional 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.
*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: $240
Location: ACT Studio
Teaching Artists: John Nowak (Uke) & 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)
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
Winter Individual Instruction
Community Events​
(open to the public & all ages)
Drum Circle - Monday, Jan 5 (5-6pm)
Sign up for a drum circle, lead by Josh Dunigan! Drums will be provided but feel free to bring your own, too. Let's play and create music together! Pre-registration required. (Cost: $10)
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Make A Myth Movie Night - Tuesday, Jan 6 (5-6:45pm)
Join us for a movie night with popcorn and art! We will watch Disney’s HERCULES, and use it to inspire a story of our own. We will have various outlines of Greek vases and Muse silhouettes to draw ourselves into myth while the film plays. Pre-registration required. (Cost: $20)
Community New Year Event Series
Polymer Clay Gifts - Tuesday, Dec 9 (4-5pm)
Come make a holiday gift or just a small trinket for yourself in this visual art workshop with polymer clay artist, Shay Kraley! You'll be able to pick up your creations the following week.​​ Pre-registration required. (Cost: $12)
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ACT Game Night - Tuesday, Dec 16 (4-5pm)
Back by popular demand, ACT Game Night! Come join us at the studio for games, hot chocolate, and wear your favorite festive sweater. Pre-registration required. (Cost: $10)
Holiday Event Series
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.
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