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CAMP DATES July 6 - 17

AACA’s annual Youth Theatre Camp for ages 11 - 17 is an area favorite. Campers enjoy two weeks of classes in acting, improvisation, stage combat, music, movement, and stage craft with directors Bob Borwick, Kelly Borwick, and Pam Thigpen. The camp ends with a performance of the musical “Wnderful" on Friday, July 17 at 7:00 PM.

A Little Talk

A collection of short pieces written by Susan C. Hunter. The pieces are for characters of all (adult) ages. Some are humorous, some very serious. PG-13 Advisory for mature language.

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Handbuilding Pottery

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Class dates: SUNDAYS
July 19 - Aug 9, 2:30 - 5:00 PM

Learn the basics of hand building with clay in this 4-week class. You will learn to roll a clay slab, then using patterns you will create sugar and creamer containers, and mold formed bowls & plates. You will learn to use texture tools and underglazes to decorate your pottery. This class is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience who want to expand their skills.

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The Studio

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Meets: MONDAY
July 20, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Join an art club that meets once a month for tweens and teens. The goal of the club is to bring together the artistic youth of our community and create an enriching space for sharing, learning, and creating art! We’ll paint, draw, sculpt and many other forms of art. The Studio is free to join. Please register your attendance for each session.

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CAMP DATES July 20 - 24

Dress for a mess and join AACA instructors or five days of visual arts projects in a variety of mediums and styles. Grades K-2 meet at 9:00 AM, Grades 3-5 meet at noon. The camp ends with a collective exhibit on Friday during last 30 minutes of camp at The Arts Center.

AUDITIONS

AUDITION FORM

One of the most acclaimed plays in the American theatrical canon, this exciting drama about the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem is a gripping and timely parable of contemporary society.

REGISTER BY JULY 13

CAMP DATES July 27 - 31

Artists who have completed grades 6 - 12 study master artists, then create their own artistic expressions. Camp ends with an exhibit of finished work during the last 30 minutes of camp.

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Family Pottery

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Class dates: SATURDAYS
Aug 1 - 15, 2:30 - 5:00 PM

This 3-week class is designed for a parent/guardian to accompany their child with the pottery wheel.

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Watercolor

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Class dates: THURSDAYS
August 6 - September 10, 4:30 - 6:30 PM

In this 6‐week class, students will be introduced to the delight of watercolor. Each week the instructor covers new techniques to help beginners develop a set of skills. Soon, you’ll be creating your own unique watercolor paintings. All materials are provided.

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The Studio

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Meets: MONDAY
August 17, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Join an art club that meets once a month for tweens and teens. The goal of the club is to bring together the artistic youth of our community and create an enriching space for sharing, learning, and creating art! We’ll paint, draw, sculpt and many other forms of art. The Studio is free to join. Please register your attendance for each session.

TICKETS GO ON SALE JULY 17

Mean Girls is a high-energy stage musical based on the 2004 film. Cady Heron, a former homeschooled student from Africa navigates the vicious social hierarchy of public high school. She infiltrates the "Plastics," led by queen bee Regina George. Will she lose herself to popularity before learning the importance of friendship and being true to herself?

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Drawing Workshop

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Workshop date: TUESDAY
August 25, 2:00 - 4:00 PM

In this two-hour workshop students will be taught the basics of drawing. Students will learn and practice gesture drawing, perspective, value and shading. Students will be introduced to drawing tools and techniques. Materials Included.

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Youth Handbuilding

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Class dates: FRIDAYS
September 4 - 18, 1:30 - 3:00 PM

Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay in this 3-week class. Make clay pinch pot creatures and turn coils of clay into mugs and bowls. You’ll glaze your pieces for the final firing. Notification will be sent in 3 to 4 weeks when the completed pottery items are ready to be picked up.

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Pottery Wheel

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Class dates: SATURDAYS
September 5 - October 17, 2:00 - 4:30 PM

Learn to throw clay on a potter’s wheel! We’ll cover the foundations of wheel work, including wedging and centering clay, as well as forming cylinders, cups and bowls. Basic glazing information will help you finish your final forms. No prior clay experience necessary! Beginners and those looking for a refresher course in wheel-throwing are welcome!

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Intermediate Pottery Wheel

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Class dates: SUNDAYS
September 6 - October 18, 1:30 - 4:00 PM

Designed for students who have taken the 7-week Beginner Pottery Wheel class with our instructor, Patricia Shook. All materials are included. Students will be given one 25lb block of clay.

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Stained Glass

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Class date: THURSDAYS
September 17 - October 29, 5:30 - 8:30 PM

In this 7-week long, beginner-friendly course, you will learn the techniques to make your own stained-glass creation using equipment and tools provided in our Visual Arts Studio. However, you must purchase your own glass. Glass is $30 or more depending on the quality. The first class will be an orientation; design template ideas, glass retail options, and an overview of the equipment that you will use.

RECEPTION Open Exhibit

An annual competition and exhibit of for artists in McMinn and surrounding counties.

Want to exhibit? Check out our Prospectus (deadline to register is August 26)

PROSPECTUS

TICKETS GO ON SALE SEP 7

One of the most acclaimed plays in the American theatrical canon, this exciting drama about the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem is a gripping and timely parable of contemporary society.