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THE GUIDE2018–2019CLASSESFOR ALL AGES!

cocastl.org | 32 | 2018–2019 The Guide

WELCOME TO COCA

BUILDING HOURSFall & Winter/SpringMON–FRI | 9:00AM–9:00PMSAT | 9:00AM–6:00PMSUN | 11:00AM–6:00PM

Welcome to COCA 2–3

NEW for Fall 2018 4–6

COCA Core Values 7

Art & Design 8–11

Ballet 12–18

COCAforlife 19

Dance Enrichment 20

Early Childhood 21–22

Fitness 23

Hip-Hop 24–25

Jazz 26–28

Modern 29–30

Social & Cultural 21

Tap 32–34

Theatre 35–37

Voice 38–40

COCA Ensembles 41–43

COCA Presents 2018–2019 45

Registration Information 46

Registration Form 47–48

Support COCA 49

Fall Session At-A-Glance 50–54

COCA On-Site Fall 2018 Faculty 55

FALL CLASSES begin Tuesday, September 4, 2018. The last day to register is Saturday, September 22. WINTER/SPRING CLASSES begin Tuesday, January 22, 2019. The last day to register is Saturday, February 9.

Dear Friends,Welcome to COCA! Whether you are new to the arts or a budding professional, COCA is committed to providing the very best experiences for your family. We are excited to have you join us.

You’ll notice a few changes this fall—to class titles and the dance dress code—outlined on the next several pages. These changes lay the groundwork for a very exciting initiative. We are planning to seek approval from American Ballet Theatre to become an ABT-Certified School within the next several years. We feel strongly that the ABT Curriculum will help us maintain our commitment to provide a quality arts education that is accessible to people of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced.

You’ll also notice a few changes around the building! We recently opened some beautiful renovated studios and expanded our parking with a new garage across the street shared with Washington University. And, we are currently under construction on an expansion to our building, which will include a state-of-the-art theatre, additional studios and more community space for everyone. This is all part of the Create Our Future Campaign, a multi-year effort to fund plans to grow our University City campus and build endowment and reserves.

We are so grateful for your understanding and patience during all of these transitions. Thank you for choosing COCA!

Warmly,

Kelly PollockCOCA Executive Director

SummerMON–THU | 7:30AM–9:00PMFRI | 7:30AM–6:00PMSAT | 9:00AM–3:00PMSUN | CLOSED

BUILDING CLOSED2018: SEP 3 | NOV 22–23 | DEC 24–25 | DEC 31

2019: JAN 1 | JAN 21 | APR 21 | MAY 27

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COCA’S EDUCATIONAL APPROACHAt COCA, we place great emphasis on the student-teacher relationship and value a process-based approach rooted in Studio Habits of Mind (SHOM), a framework developed by a research team from Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. SHOM helps to define quality teaching and learning across disciplines, sites and programs, and provides a common language for COCA staff, faculty, students and the community.

DEVELOP CRAFTLearning to use tools, materials and artistic conventions, and learning to care for tools, materials and space.

ENGAGE & PERSISTLearning to embrace problems of relevance within the art world and/or of personal importance; learning to develop focus conducive to working and persevering at tasks.

ENVISIONLearning to picture mentally what cannot be directly observed, and learning to imagine possible next steps in making a piece.

EXPRESSLearning to create works that convey an idea, a feeling or a personal meaning.

OBSERVELearning to attend to visual contexts more closely than ordinary “looking” requires, and thereby learning to see things that otherwise might not be seen.

REFLECTLearning to think and talk with others about an aspect of one’s work or working process; learning to judge one’s own work, working process and the work of others.

STRETCH & EXPLORELearning to reach beyond one’s capacities, to explore playfully without a preconceived plan and to embrace the opportunity to learn from one’s mistakes.

UNDERSTAND ARTS COMMUNITYLearning to interact as an artist with other artists—in classrooms, in local arts organizations and across the arts field—and within the broader society.

EXCEPTIONAL TEACHING ARTISTSCOCA’s more than 200 teaching artists are highly qualified in their fields, having professional experience in their art forms and a depth of teaching expertise.

WHY COCA?NATIONALLY ACCREDITEDAn Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS) and National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) Accredited School.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNTStudents registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCECOCA offers need-based financial assistance. The annual application period is July 1–31.

Assistance is awarded for Fall and Winter/Spring semesters. Based on the availability of funds, there may be an additional application period (NOV 1–NOV 15) announced for the Winter/Spring semester only. The next application period will be APR 1–JUL 31, 2019. This application period will cover 2019 Summer Arts Camps, 2019 Summer Classes, 2019 Fall semester and 2020 Winter/Spring semester. Visit cocastl.org for information.PAYMENT PLANS

COCA offers a flexible payment plan.

LIVE ACCOMPANISTSLive accompanists create a genuine connection for dancers between movement and music and add depth to the instructional experience. Live accompanists are used in many intermediate and advanced classes.

COCA CORE SPONSORS


CLASS TITLESWe have updated our class titles! There is a grid—this naming structure mirrors the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) Curriculum, which we are rolling out as we work toward becoming an ABT-Certified School over the next several years—on the following pages to help you understand the transition.

COCA specifically sought out the ABT Curriculum because aligns with our commitment to accessibility for people of all ages, skill levels, shapes, and sizes—everyone can study ballet! The Curriculum accommodates dancers of various different body types by focusing on kinetics, coordination, anatomy, and proper body alignment and provides students with not only a rich knowledge of classical ballet technique, but also the ability to adapt to all styles and techniques of dance. And, for our youngest dancers, the ABT Curriculum uses a vocabulary and teaching approach that gets them (and keeps them) excited about dance.

We appreciate your patience as we make these changes, and if you have any questions or need clarification as you select your classes, please do not hesitate to contact:

COCA Registration Office314.561.4898 | [email protected]

DANCE DRESS CODEAs another step toward becoming an ABT-Certified School, we are introducing a new dress code for our dance classes. In an effort to ease the burden of this transition, there will be a grace period to meet the new dress code. You may continue to wear approved colors from previous years. Then, as you need to replace dancewear, please follow these new guidelines.

For a complete dress code, visit cocastl.org/dress-code.

For questions or more information about the dress code, please contact:

Kelly Ging | COCA Pre-Professional Division & Dance Program Manager314.561.4874 | [email protected]

Art Beginner 1 Art Beginner I

Art 1 Art I

Design Beginner 1 Design Beginner I

Design 1 Design I

Cartooning & Manga Cartooning I

Introduction to Fashion Design Fashion Design I

Intermediate Fashion Design Fashion Design II

Fashion Design & Construction Fashion Design III

Storytelling Basics Digital Media I

Digital Media Digital Media II

Cinematography Cinematography

3D Modeling 3D Modeling

Architecture Architecture I

Drawing & Painting Technique Drawing & Painting

Ballet K Primary IB

Beginner 1 Primary IC

Beginner 2 Ballet I

Beginner 3 Ballet IA

Beginner 4 Ballet II

Intermediate 1 Ballet IIA

Intermediate 2 Ballet III

Intermediate 3 Ballet IV

Intermediate 4 Ballet V

Advanced 1 Ballet VI/Beginner Partnering

Advanced 2 Ballet VII

Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner Teen & Adult Beginner I

Ballet Teen & Adult Advanced Beginner Teen & Adult Beginner II

Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate Teen & Adult Intermediate

Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate Advanced Teen & Adult Advanced

Pilates for Dancers Intermediate Pilates for Dancers I

Pilates for Dancers Advanced Pilates for Dancers II

West African 1 West African I

West African 2 West African II

ART & DESIGN

BALLET

DANCE ENRICHMENT

At the Ballet Pre-Primary IA

Pre-Ballet 1 Pre-Primary IB

Pre-Ballet 2 Primary IA

EARLY CHILDHOOD

Hip-Hop Beginner 1 (younger) Hip-Hop Beginner I

Hip-Hop Beginner 1 (older) Hip-Hop Beginner II

Hip-Hop Beginner 2 Hip-Hop Beginner III

Hip-Hop Beginner 3 Hip-Hop Beginner IV

Hip-Hop Intermediate 1 Hip-Hop I

Hip-Hop Intermediate 2 Hip-Hop II

Hip-Hop Advanced Hip-Hop III

Jazz Beginner 1 Jazz Beginner I

Jazz Beginner 2 Jazz Beginner II

Jazz Beginner 3 Jazz Beginner III

Jazz Intermediate 1 Jazz I

Jazz Intermediate 2 Jazz II

Jazz Intermediate 3 Jazz III

Jazz Intermediate 4 Jazz IV

Jazz Advanced Jazz V

Musical Theatre Dance Intermediate 1 Musical Theatre Dance I

Musical Theatre Dance Intermediate 2 Musical Theatre Dance II

Musical Theatre Dance Advanced Musical Theatre Dance III

Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner I

NEW OFFERING Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner II

Jazz Teen & Adult Beginner Jazz Teen & Adult Beginner I

Jazz Teen & Adult Advanced Beginner Jazz Teen & Adult Beginner I

HIP-HOP

JAZZ

Modern Beginner 1 (younger) Modern Beginner I

Modern Beginner 1 (older) Modern Beginner II

Modern Intermediate 1 Modern I

Modern Intermediate 2 Horton II

Modern Intermediate 3 Horton III

Modern Intermediate 4 Horton IV

Modern Advanced Horton V

NEW OFFERING Graham I

MODERN

Tango 1 Tango I

Tango 2 Tango II

Salsa 1 Salsa I

Salsa 2 Salsa II

SOCIAL CULTURAL

OLD NEW OLD NEW

NEW FOR FALL 2018NEW FOR FALL 2018


Tap Beginner 1 Tap Beginner I

Tap Beginner 2/3 Tap Beginner II

Tap Intermediate 1 Tap I

Tap Intermediate 2 Tap II

Tap Intermediate 3 Tap III

Tap Intermediate 4 Tap IV

Tap Advanced 1 Tap V

Tap Advanced 2 Tap VI

Tap for Teens Beginner 1 Tap Teen Beginner I

Tap for Teens Beginner 2 Tap Teen Beginner II

Tap Adult Beginner Tap Adult Beginner I

Tap Adult Advanced Beginner Tap Adult Beginner II

TAP

Acting Beginner 1 Acting Beginner I

Acting Beginner 2 Acting Beginner II

Acting Beginner 3 Acting Beginner III

Acting Intermediate 1 Acting I

Acting Intermediate 2 Acting II

Acting Intermediate 3 Acting III

Acting Advanced Acting IV

Acting for Teens Acting Teen Beginner I

Acting for Adults Acting Adult Beginner I

Acting Intermediate for Adults Acting Adult I

Acting Spolin for Adults Spolin for Adults

Improvisation Improvisation I

Improvisation for Adults Improvisation for Adults I

Directing Directing I

Musical Theatre Singing Voice Beginner I

Broadway Singers Voice Beginner II

Musical Theatre Styles Voice Beginner III

Voice Intermediate 1 Voice I

Voice Intermediate 2 Voice II

Voice Advanced 1 Voice III

Voice Advanced 2 Voice IV

Voice Teen Beginner Voice Teen Beginner I

Voice: Writing for Musicals Composing for Musicals

THEATRE

VOICE

NEW FOR FALL 2018

OLD NEW

The creative potential of everyone and the transformative power of the arts to change lives.

COCA is proud to serve people of all ages & backgrounds from more than 200 zip codes each year, and our core values are at the heart of everything we do.

Our unique St. Louis home and the community that is created when people learn together through the arts.

The people who work and volunteer to support our mission.

Innovation and deliver thought-provoking, relevant programs and experiences to the communities we serve.

Collaboration.

Inclusiveness and remove barriers to make the arts accessible.

Diversity and serve as a bridge to connect people.

Both the artistic process and the artistic product.

We ask our students, parents, staff and faculty to adhere to these values and follow all behaviors and policies outlined in the COCA Student Handbook*. It is our sincere intention to provide a quality arts education in a positive and respectful environment.

*The COCA Student Handbook is available online at cocastl.org or upon request.

COCA CORE VALUES


ART & DESIGN ART & DESIGN

OPEN STUDIO6 & up Open Studio is designed for families and individuals—children and adults ages 6+—to drop in, explore art and have fun expressing themselves at their own pace. A COCA teaching artist will guide participants as they explore collage, sculpture, printmaking or digital design in COCA’s beautiful new Gold Art & Design studio. Each Sunday, new themes, project ideas and materials will be made available for those interested in more guidance, however participants will also be encouraged to experiment and be creative as they explore their own art interests. Participants are welcome to pay per session and drop-in as they are able, or register for the full semester.

FALL12992SUN | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:00–5:25PM$20/per session drop in $280/full semester

WINTER/SPRING13079SUN | JAN 27–MAY 5 | 4:00–5:25PM$20/per session drop in $280/full semester

Art Beginner I6 to 9 In this class, students explore various art forms and mediums, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media, in a studio setting. Projects are inspired by master artists throughout history, but are crafted to encourage each student’s unique voice. Through their participation, students develop fine motor skills as they explore fundamental visual thinking skills. No previous training required.

FALL12986SUN | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 1:25–2:20PM$260

WINTER/SPRING13050SUN | JAN 27–MAY 5 | 1:25–2:20PM$260

Design Beginner I7 to 10 Students develop technical skills and ignite their imaginations as they use COCA’s iPad lab to explore applied art and design, including photography, digital art, videography and architecture. Projects are inspired by contemporary master artists, but students are encouraged to use the techniques and mediums to express their own ideas. No previous training required.

FALL12895SAT | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING13060SAT | JAN 26–MAY 4 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

Digital Media I8 to 10 Students further explore visual and digital formats to tell stories in engaging ways. They learn to read and make narrative art, create comic panels, and explore ways to use technology—including photography, digital art, basic web design, and videography—all while making connections between art forms to tell compelling stories. Students must have completed Design Beginner I, Design I or obtain placement permission.

FALL12829THU | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING13065THU | JAN 24–MAY 2 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

Fashion Design I8 to 10 Students learn about the fashion design process as they create renderings and illustrations for garments they imagine. They learn the basics of machine and hand sewing as they construct simple accessories and even a basic skirt. Students must have completed Design Beginner I, Design I or obtain placement permission.

FALL12770WED | SEP 5–DEC 12 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING13071WED | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

Art I10 to 13 In this class, students explore various art forms and mediums, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media and textile art, in a studio setting. Projects are inspired by master artists throughout history, but are crafted to encourage each student’s unique voice. Through their participation, students further develop their understanding of composition and visual communication. No previous training required.

FALL12647MON | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 5:00–5:55PM$270

WINTER/SPRING13052MON | JAN 28–MAY 6 | 5:00–5:55PM$270

Design I10 to 13 Students develop technical skills and ignite their imaginations as they use COCA’s iPad lab to explore applied art and design, including photography, digital art, videography and architecture. Projects are inspired by contemporary master artists, but students are encouraged to use the techniques and mediums to express their own ideas. No previous training required.

FALL12706TUE | SEP 4–DEC 11 | 5:15–6:10PM$260


WINTER/SPRING13062TUE | JAN 22–APR 30 | 5:15–6:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING13063SAT | JAN 26–MAY 4 | 10:15–11:10AM $260

Digital Media II10 to 13 Students will learn to use digital images and media to entertain, inform and persuade. During a variety of individual and group projects they will create animations, advertisements and short documentaries using iPads. Students will learn to practice constructive critique as they respond to one another’s work, crowdsource and create various iterations of their ideas. iPads are provided by COCA. Students must have completed Digital Media I or obtain placement permission.



Fashion Design II10 to 13 Students will create renderings and illustrations of fashions that they imagine. They will create simple patterns and increase their skills with machine and hand sewing as they build accessories and garments. Students must have completed Fashion Design I or obtain placement permission.



Artist Explorer4 to 6 This class introduces creative preschool children to a variety of art forms as they practice drawing, painting and sculpture. Students activate their imaginations and creatively express themselves while gaining developmentally appropriate fine motor skills. No previous training required.

FALL12972SUN | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 11:00–11:55AM$235

WINTER/SPRING13191SUN | JAN 27–MAY 5 | 11:00–11:55AM$235

Cinematography14 to 18 Students will learn about the artform of motion pictures by learning to tell stories using camera and lighting techniques. They will explore composition, the use of color and contrast, and the application of motion. Students will create a range of short narrative films over the course of the semester. Technology supplies are provided by COCA. Students should have completed Digital Media II or obtain placement permission.



FOUNDATION DIGITAL FASHION


ART & DESIGN

Drawing & Painting14 to 18 Students will split their time between drawing and painting techniques. Projects include portraits, self-portraits, plein-air, imaginary landscapes and still-life exercises. Students will refine their skills in composition, color theory and point of view as they create work suitable for a college application portfolio. Students must have taken Cartooning I or obtain placement permission.



Art & Design for Teens & Adults16 & up Students explore a variety of fine arts including painting, drawing and mixed media assemblage, as well as design mediums like photography, videography and 3D Image creation, in a studio setting. Students examine the fundamentals of technique and more advanced approaches designed to inspire the eye and the imagination. No previous training required.



COCAforlife: Drawing & Painting55 & up In this class, students will practice techniques for drawing and painting from observation. Using pencil, pen, ink and acrylics, they will work outside when the weather permits, or in the studio working with models and still life displays. Class will end with an exhibition of created work. No previous training required.

FALL13013TUE | SEP 4–DEC 11 | 10:00–11:30AM$212

Cartooning I10 to 13 Students will explore the expansive world of comic book stories and drawing styles. Students will create original characters and storylines and be introduced to the techniques, materials and disciplines used to create comic books and graphic novels. They will also learn the fundamentals of drawing the popular Japanese cartoon style Manga. They will learn the technique of drawing facial expressions, hands, hair, clothing and objects. They will also work in a broad range of genres including action-adventure, romance, sports, comedy and science fiction. Students must have completed Art I, Art Beginner I or obtained placement permission.



Architecture I13 to 18 Students will explore the fundamentals of architectural design through physical and digital mediums. They will learn scaling, drafting and model building to express their ideas for interior and exterior spaces. Architect Evan Bronstein will offer guidance to each student, helping them frame the goals of each project and providing guidance on how to fulfill the student’s goals. In the second semester, students will tackle a larger project as they create and draw their own building, develop their own floor plan and make a physical model of their design. Guest architects will visit the class to assist in the instruction of aspects of architecture. Students must have completed 3D Modeling or obtain placement permission.

FALL12955SAT | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 1:00–2:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING13046SAT | JAN 26–MAY 4 | 1:00–2:25PM$280

3D Modeling10 to 13 In this class, students transition from two-dimensional to three-dimensional forms. They use physical modeling as well as digital programs to understand ways to express their world in realistic detail while exploring new technology on the iPad. Students then translate their understanding into a variety of design projects, including architecture floor plans, renderings and models. Students must have completed Design 1 or obtain placement permission.



Fashion Design III12 to 18 Students learn how to develop a fashion collection—from conception and inspiration boards to creating renderings and illustrations. They also practice basic machine and hand sewing in order to turn their designs into clothing and accessories that they can wear. The class ends with a runway showing of the fashion items. Students must have completed Fashion Design II or obtain placement permission.



Fashion Illustration12 to 18 Students will practice their technical drawing skills as they focus on the creative, visualization aspects of fashion. They will explore life drawing and the creation of croquis as they drape, illustrate and create new designs. Students should have completed Design 1 or Intermediate Fashion and Construction. Students must have completed Design I or obtain placement permission.



FASHION ARCHITECTURE FINE ARTS

TEEN & ADULT

AGES 3+ One evening, Emily Brown and her old grey rabbit Stanley hear a Thing crying outside their window. He just can’t get to sleep. Emily Brown and Stanley set off on incredi-ble adventures to help the Thing get some rest!

FIVE SHOWS:

SAT, MAR 9, 2019 | 11:00AM

SAT, MAR 9, 2019 | 1:00PM

SAT, MAR 9, 2019 | 5:00PM

SUN, MAR 9, 2019 | 1:00PM

SUN, MAR 9, 2019 | 5:00PM

Individual and full season tickets available at cocastl.org.

EMILY BROWN & THE THING

COCA PRESENTS:


BALLET BALLET

Ballet I7 to 9 This class is designed to provide students with substantial elementary ballet skills and introduce concepts such as elegance and its connection to physical alignment, basic arm movements and positions, as well as proper ways to build turn-out and strengthen and develop motor skills for classical dance. Students must have completed at least one year of ballet training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.







Primary IB5 to 6 This class is designed to develop foundational dance movement skills in an imaginative setting. Children are introduced to concepts such as rhythm, pattern and exploratory dance compositions as well as developmentally appropriate locomotor skills. Students must have ocmpleted Primary IA.





Primary IC6 to 9 This class is an introduction to the basic principles of classical training for the beginning ballet student including etiquette, imagination, alignment, ballon, gross motor skills and strength-building exercises in an imaginative and engaging atmosphere. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.







Primary IA5 to 6 In this class, children have the opportunity to explore movement concepts, musical connections and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills from a ballet-based aesthetic.









Pre-Primary IB4 to 5 This class is designed to develop foundational dance movement skills in an imaginative setting. Children are introduced to concepts such as rhythm, pattern and exploratory dance compositions as well as developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.









Shall We Dance?24 to 36 mos. This class is designed to introduce toddlers to the general elements and skills of dance such as balance, body patterning and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills. This class is specially designed for toddlers and parents. Registration for parent and child classes is required for child only. Parents need not register, but must attend.



Pre-Primary IA3 to 4 Designed to be a child’s first independent exploration of dance, this class introduces children to the elements and skills of dance such as coordination, movement quality and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.








Pre-Primary IA (continued)

WINTER/SPRING13199TUE | JAN 22–APR 30 | 9:30–10:15AM$235








BALLET BALLETBallet III11 to 18 This class is designed to solidify elementary technique and prepare the intermediate dancer for increasing complexity. Students find strength through repetition as well as the use of demi-pointe, pointe, epaulement and basic turning and jumping fundamentals. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class and attend class twice a week.



FALL12878FRI | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:00–6:25PM$290




WINTER/SPRING13105FRI | JAN 25–MAY 3 | 5:00–6:25PM$290


Ballet IV12 to 18 In this class, students focus on stabilizing and coordinating the movements en tournant (with turning elements) that lead directly into various types of pirouettes. They work on strengthening their ability to execute adagios in the center involving poses with a rise to demi-pointe, jumps involving batterie (beats) and increased pointe vocabulary. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class and attend class twice a week.









Pointe III11 to 18 Though the majority of ballet technique is the same for men and women, pointe classes are designed to develop the strength and endurance necessary for the woman’s specialty of dancing on her toes. A live accompanist is used in this class. The instructor will determine when members of the class advance from pre-pointe to pointe work. DO NOT purchase pointe shoes prior to attending this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students must currently be enrolled in the Ballet III (Intermediate 2) prior as the warm-up class.





COCA is one of 16 schools in the nation accredited by Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS) and National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) Accredited School.

NATIONALLY ACCREDITED

Ballet II9 to 14 In this class, students are encouraged to master elementary work through the repetition of diverse positions and poses, correct execution of technical elements and the expressiveness that comes from an evolving sense of musicality. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must have completed Ballet IA (Beginner 3) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.









Ballet IIA10 to 18 This class is the first of two years designed to solidify the work accomplished in the beginning levels and increase strength by adding greater movement repetitions using demi-pointe, epaulement and elementary turning concepts. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.









Ballet IA8 to 11 In this class, students learn to build physical and mental habits of excellence. Instruction focuses on the assimilation and repetition of diverse ballet poses and exercises, physical coordination and basic musicality. Previous training required if a student is 8 years old. Students must have completed Ballet I (Beginner 2) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.










BALLET BALLET

Pointe & Variations14 & up This class is designed to further develop a repertoire of advanced pointe, as well as develop the student’s knowledge of classical variations including solos and/or choreography from classical repertoire. A live accompanist is used in this class. Must currently be enrolled in Ballet VI or Ballet VII prior to this class as a warm up. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Ballet VI & VII14 & up This class is intended to be a year of mastery for all intermediate and advanced work. The emphasis is on power and excellence in various turning movements and in demi-pointe and pointe work. There is also an emphasis on professionalism and artistry in order to prepare the students for the rigors of higher education or a professional dance company. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in 2 sections of ballet.







Ballet VII14 & up This class is intended to be a year of mastery for all intermediate and advanced work. The emphasis is on power and excellence in various turning movements and in demi-pointe and pointe work. There is also an emphasis on professionalism and artistry in order to prepare the students for the rigors of higher education or a professional dance company. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Ballet Men’s Advanced14 & up This class is designed to develop the strength and athleticism necessary to master the jumps, turns and other exciting performance steps required of the male dancer. For intermediate and advanced dancers only. Students must also register for Ballet VI & VII or Ballet VII prior to this class as a warm up.



Ballet VI/Beginner Partnering14 & up This class is intended to build stability, strength and stamina in various ballet and pointe movements. Plasticity or fluidity of the arm and torso, while executing complex movements, are emphasized. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Ballet Young Men’s Intermediate11 to 18 This class will begin to develop the additional strength and athleticism necessary to achieve the jumps, turns and other skills required of the male dancer. Class will include a preparatory warm-up. A live accompanist is used in this class. For intermediate dancers only.



Ballet V13 to 18 In this class, students continue to work on various types of pirouettes, adding multiple turns where appropriate. They learn to sustain and stabilize longer adagios in the center in all standard poses with a rise to demi-pointe, gain power for jumps both with and without beats and develop a repertoire of intermediate ballet steps including work on one supporting leg. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class and attend class twice a week.









Pointe IV12 to 18 Though the majority of ballet technique is the same for men and women, Pointe classes are designed to develop the strength and endurance necessary for the woman’s specialty of dancing on her toes. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class and attend class twice a week. Students must be currently enrolled in the Ballet IV (Intermediate 3) prior as the warm-up class.





Pointe V13 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop a repertoire of intermediate ballet steps, including work on one supporting leg. Intermediate pointe work comes directly out of the vocabulary of the intermediate ballet classes. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students must currently be enrolled in the Ballet V (Intermediate 4) prior as the warm-up class.





Live accompanists create a genuine connection for dancers between movement and music, and add depth to the instructional experience. Live accompanists are used in many intermediate and advanced classes.

LIVE ACCOMPANISTS


COCAFORLIFE

COCAforlife: Dance Exploration55 & up This is a great introduction to a variety of dance steps and styles including jazz, modern and tap. Students will work on steps and choreography in each movement style as they work on overarching goals of musicality, spacing, balance, coordination and creative expression. By the end of the 12 weeks, they will be able to choreograph a short dance in their favorite style. No previous training required.


COCAforlife: Drawing & Painting55 & up In this class, students will practice techniques for drawing and painting from observation. Using pencil, pen, ink and acrylics, they will work outside when the weather permits, or in the studio working with models and still life displays. Class will end with an exhibition of created work. No previous training required.


COCAforlife: Move for Your Health55 & up A healthy body has strength, flexibility and endurance. In this class, students will split time between Pilates-based exercises designed to strengthen core abdominal, back and pelvic muscles and modern dance movements that contribute to overall balance, coordination, grace and creative expression. No previous training required.

FALL12785THU | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 10:30–11:25AM$160

COCA PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS 55+At COCA, we know the transformational benefits of the arts extend far beyond childhood. Our newest program, COCAforlife, expands our offerings for adults 55+. Using our multidisciplinary program model to reach people with different interests, needs and strengths, we hope to engage a vibrant, artistic population with ongoing programs as well as opportunities for social engagement. Each semester will end with an opportunity to come together and showcase their work through performances, exhibitions and dialogue.

Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate16 & up Designed to solidify elementary technique and increase strength by adding greater movement repetitions and work on demi-pointe, this class explores the use of expression and epaulement, as well as elementary turning movements, while preserving the importance of the artistic process and developing artistic expression. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must have completed Teen & Adult Beginner II (Adult Advanced Beginner) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL12609MON | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:30–10:55AM$290



WINTER/SPRING13123MON | JAN 28–MAY 6 | 9:30–10:55AM$290



Ballet Teen & Adult Advanced16 & up This class will focus on movement en tournant (with turning elements) leading directly inti preliminary pirouette forms, longer adagios in the center involving batterie (beats). Students must have compeleted Ballet Adult Intermediate or demonstrated appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Ballet Teen Intermediate11 to 18 This class builds on the work accomplished in Ballet: Teen Beginner by establishing a reliable vocabulary of elementary poses and emphasizing correct execution and strengthening while encouraging the values to be found in the artistic process. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must have completed Ballet Teen Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Ballet Teen Beginner11 to 18 In this class, students explore the basics of ballet including diverse poses and positions, basic coordination, strength and alignment, basic musicality and the rewards of an artistic, process-based learning experience. No previous training required.



Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner I16 & up In this class, students explore the basics of ballet including diverse poses and positions, basic coordination, strength and alignment, basic musicality and the rewards of an artistic, process-based learning experience. No previous training required.





Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner II16 & up This class builds on the work accomplished in Ballet: Adult Beginner by establishing a reliable vocabulary of elementary poses and emphasizing correct execution and strengthening while encouraging the values found in the artistic process. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must have completed Teen & Adult Beginner I (Adult Beginner) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





BALLET


Pilates for Dancers II15 to 18 This Pilates class is specifically geared toward dancers of all disciplines utilizes classical Pilates movements as well incorporating Fletcher Pilates Towelwork®, Floorwork® and Barrework®. This class is designed to develop strength, flexibility and control in order to improve alignment, turn out, balance, posture and placement. This is an effective conditioning method for dancers seeking to perfect their technique. It is also the perfect warm-up for any dance class. For advanced dancers only.



COCAforlife: Dance Exploration55 & up This is a great introduction to a variety of dance steps and styles including jazz, modern and tap. Students will work on steps and choreography in each movement style as they work on overarching goals of musicality, spacing, balance, coordination and creative expression. By the end of the 12 weeks, they will be able to choreograph a short dance in their favorite style. No previous training required.


West African Beginner6 & up Diadie Bathily, professional dancer from the Ivory Coast, is back at COCA offering authentic, West African dance classes. This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. No previous training required.



Dance For Boys8 to 10 This class is highly recommended for active boys who would like to increase their agility, coordination and strength while learning the basics of dance technique. No previous training required.



Stretch & Strengthen10 to 18 This class is designed to be a supplemental workout for dancers. Class involves a brief floor warm-up followed by stretching exercises specifically designed to support the physical demands of dance. For intermediate dancers only.



Character Dance11 to 18 Character dance is a stylized form of traditional folk & national dance, primarily from European countries. An integral part of the classical ballet repertoire, it produces clarity of movement & sureness of gesture through the technique of syncopated accents & quick weight changes. Students learn the fundamental beginning movements of character dance steps such as polka, mazurka and polonaise, with an emphasis on correct port de bras, epaulment & manner, as well as the historical roots for each national dance presented. No previous training is required.





West African I12 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. Students must have 1 year of dance training or receive prior approval from instructor.



West African II13 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. Students must have at least 3 years of dance training or prior approval from instructor.



Pilates for Dancers I13 to 18 This Pilates class is specifically geared toward dancers of all disciplines utilizes classical Pilates movements as well incorporating Fletcher Pilates Towelwork®, Floorwork® and Barrework®. This class is designed to develop strength, flexibility and control in order to improve alignment, turn out, balance, posture and placement. This is an effective conditioning method for dancers seeking to perfect their technique. It is also the perfect warm-up for any dance class. For intermediate dancers only.



DANCE ENRICHMENT EARLY CHILDHOOD

Pre-Primary IB4 to 5 This class is designed to develop foundational dance movement skills in an imaginative setting. Children are introduced to concepts such as rhythm, pattern and exploratory dance compositions as well as developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.









Shall We Dance?24 to 36 mos. This class is designed to introduce toddlers to the general elements and skills of dance such as balance, body patterning and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills. This class is specially designed for toddlers and parents. Registration for parent and child classes is required for child only. Parents need not register, but must attend.



Pre-Primary IA3 to 4 Designed to be a child’s first independent exploration of dance, this class introduces children to the elements and skills of dance such as coordination, movement quality and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.








Pre-Primary IA (continued)








EARLY CHILDHOOD REGISTRATION

Children must have reached the minimum age for enrollment by the first day of class. Classes for students ages 3 & up are independent classes and do not require parent participation. Children must be fully potty-trained to attend independent classes. Registration for parent and child classes is required for child only. Parents need not register, but must attend.


Dramatic Play4 to 6 The foundation for acting begins with dramatic play and imagination development. Using familiar narratives as well as original ideas, children enter into their imaginations to create characters and stories. Through both teacher-guided and student-driven “play,” children will come to better understand theatre as a storytelling art form. This is the perfect introduction for children beginning their performing arts journey. No previous training required.



Little Happy Feet4 to 6 Does your child have a lot of energy and like to make a lot of noise? In this basic tap and rhythm class, children channel their energy into creative expression. Emphasis is placed on recognizing basic rhythms, counting and developing movement control. Tap shoes are required.





Pre-Jazz4 to 6 This class is designed for active children interested in high-energy dance and movement set to family-friendly contemporary music. Students learn the basic elements, steps and skills of jazz dance such as rhythm, pattern, coordination, musical connections and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.



Primary IA5 to 6 In this class, children have the opportunity to explore movement concepts, musical connections and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills from a ballet-based aesthetic.









Singing Stars4 to 6 This class introduces preschool children to the fundamentals of vocal technique and musical theatre singing. Students learn about rhythm, musicality, breath control and articulation as they sing family-friendly group songs from popular musicals.





Artist Explorer4 to 6 This class introduces creative preschool children to a variety of art forms as they practice drawing, painting and sculpture. Students activate their imaginations and creatively express themselves while gaining developmentally appropriate fine motor skills. No previous training required.



EARLY CHILDHOOD FITNESS

Cardio Ballet16 & up This class is an energizing ballet-based fitness class designed to lengthen and strengthen muscles through low-impact barre and mat exercises. No previous training required.



COCAforlife Move for Your Health55 & up A healthy body has strength, flexibility and endurance. In this class, students will split time between Pilates-based exercises designed to strengthen core abdominal, back and pelvic muscles and modern dance movements that contribute to overall balance, coordination, grace and creative expression. No previous training required.

FALL12785THU | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 10:30–11:25AM$160

Hip-Hop Heels for Adults18 & up Students in this high-energy class will focus on hip-hop technique while also learning choreography in heels! Appropriate attire is required. Students are encouraged to wear heels, but it is not mandatory. No previous training required.



Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to full-semester classes only.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT


HIP-HOP

Hip-Hop Beginner I6 to 7 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip–hop concepts to beginner students. Students learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics such as vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, simple transitions, energy levels. They learn to count music and dance on the beat in simple choreography that builds each week. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.







Hip-Hop Beginner II8 to 10 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner students. Students learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement and simple transitions. They learn to count music and dance on the beat in simple choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.







Hip-Hop Beginner III7 to 11 This class is designed to introduce elementary hip-hop concepts that build upon the beginner basics. Students learn diagonal lines, low, medium, and high levels of movement, and changes in energy levels. They also learn to dance on the beat and emphasize accent beats in elementary-level choreography that builds each week. Students must have completed at least one year of hip-hop training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Hip-Hop Beginner IV8 to 12 This class is designed to introduce elementary hip-hop concepts that build upon the beginner basics. Students learn diagonal lines, low, medium, and high levels of movement, and changes in energy levels. They also learn to dance on the beat and emphasize accent beats in elementary-level choreography that builds each week. Students must have completed at least one year of hip-hop training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Hip-Hop I9 to 13 In this class, students are given choreography at a quicker pace, with more detail and changes in musical tempos. Students focus on attitude and expression while developing their own sense of movement in additional freestyle choreography. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Hip-Hop Adult Beginner16 & up This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner adult students. Students learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement and simple transitions. They learn to count music and dance on the beat in simple choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.



Hip-Hop Choreography13 & up In this class, students learn to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary! Students develop a commercial hip-hop movement vocabulary and innovative composition skills to fully understand the creative process in its entirety. Works created in this class are used to produce a concept video. Student be currently enrolled in Hip-Hop III (Advanced). First semester participation is required for second semester registration.



Hip-Hop Heels for Adults18 & up Students in this high-energy class will focus on hip-hop technique while also learning choreography in heels! Appropriate attire is required. Students are encouraged to wear heels, but it is not mandatory. No previous training required.



Hip-Hop II9 to 18 This class is designed to build intermediate hip-hop concepts such as broken or bent lines, detailed execution of movement and energy, coordination, opposition and counterpoint. Students learn to dance with syncopation in choreographic exercises that draw on multiple hip-hop styles and build each week. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Hip-Hop III13 & up This class explores advanced hip-hop concepts such as complex lines, shapes and level changes, subtle and extreme energy and attitude changes. Students work on dancing on half, quarter and eighth beats in choreographic exercises that draw on multiple hip-hop styles and build each week. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.







Hip-Hop Teen Beginner11 to 18 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner teen students. Students learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, and simple transitions. They learn to count music and dance on the beat in simple choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.





HIP-HOP


Jazz Beginner I6 to 8 In this class, students learn introductory jazz technique including body alignment, elementary stretching, strength building and movement to simple rhythms. They demonstrate simple movement combinations in a supportive and encouraging environment. Students must be in first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.



Jazz Beginner II7 to 11 In this class, students begin to establish good basic habits of alignment, stretching and musicality and learn the concepts that underpin elementary jumps & turns. Students have the opportunity to share simple choreographic patterns in a supportive and encouraging environment. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Jazz Beginner III9 to 12 In this class, experienced beginners develop a working knowledge of anatomy for dance, good stretching habits, basic jumps & turns that travel across the floor and elementary musical expression. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Jazz I10 to 18 In this class, students develop core strength and stability while learning to express themselves musically as well as through a variety of standard jazz jumps, turns & movements. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Jazz II11 to 18 In this class, students explore turns, jumps and more detailed choreography. This class works on mastery of movement and adding style and artistry for an individual approach to the technique. Students must have demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Jazz III12 to 18 In this class, students continue to explore stability and core strength on demi-pointe and with upper-level intermediate syncopations and musical phrasing while executing jumps and turns. Students also have the opportunity to choreograph during selected parts of class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Pre-Jazz4 to 6 This class is designed for active children interested in high-energy dance and movement set to family-friendly contemporary music. Students learn the basic elements, steps and skills of jazz dance such as rhythm, pattern, coordination, musical connections and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.



JAZZ JAZZJazz V14 & up This class is the culminating jazz class at COCA, designed to enhance performance quality and prepare students for college programs and professional auditions. Students will demonstrate off-axis movement and high extension on demi-pointe, plus the ability to work with multiple musical layers and execute complex turns and jumps at an advanced level. Students are responsible for more elaborate choreography projects in class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Musical Theatre Dance I11 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop confidence with musical theatre styles. Students are introduced to intermediate–level jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, intricate musical rhythms and timing. They begin to gain basic skills for auditioning including the ability to learn quickly and perform choreography from various musical theatre dance styles. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



AGES 5+ The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, and relevant, piece.

THREE SHOWS: FRI, JUL 26, 2019 | 7:00PM

SAT, JUL 27, 2019 | 1:00PM

SAT, JUL 27, 2019 | 5:00PM


INTO THE WOODSCOCA PRESENTS:

Jazz IV13 to 18 In this class, students explore stability and core strength in off-axis movement, maximum leg extension and improvement of musical phrasing and performance quality during jumps and turns. Students have opportunities to choreograph during selected parts of class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.




Musical Theatre Dance II12 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop confidence with musical theatre styles. Students gain an intermediate-level understanding of complex-jazz and musical theatre dance movements and vocabulary, intricate musical rhythms and timing. They build on skills for auditioning including the ability to learn quickly and perform choreography from various musical theatre dance styles. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Musical Theatre Dance III13 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop high-level jazz and musical theatre dance skills. Students gain an understanding of complex musical rhythms and timing as well as the skills necessary to audition and perform choreography. They work to master the ability to use movement and expression to further character development and plot. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Jazz Teen & Adult Beginner I16 & up In this class, students learn introductory jazz technique including body alignment, elementary stretching, strength building and movement to simple rhythms along with the basic principles of physical fitness. Students demonstrate simple movement combinations in class. No previous training required.



Jazz Teen & Adult Intermediate16 & up In this class, students continue to establish correct body alignment and stretching, strength building and movement to intermediate rhythms along with the basic principles of physical fitness. Students demonstrate intermediate movement combinations across the floor and on center. Students must have completed Jazz Adult Beginner II or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner II16 & up In this class, students will build on the work accomplished in Musical Theatre Dance: Teen and Adult Beginner class. Students will gain an understanding of jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, musical rhythm and timing. Students will demonstrate moderate musical theatre combinations in class. Students must have completed Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner I (Jazz: Teen & Adult Advanced Beginner) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner I11 to 18 This class is designed to introduce students to the basic styles of musical theatre dance. Students gain an understanding of jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, basic musical rhythm and timing and an appreciation of the arts through choreographic patterns that build each week to music from some of the most beloved musicals. No previous training required.



COCA requires Dance Placement Classes for Intermediate through Advanced Levels prior to the start of the Fall semester. See page 44 for details.

PLACEMENT CLASSES

JAZZ MODERN

Modern Beginner I6 to 7 This class emphasizes physical alignment and body awareness as well as coordination, strength, creativity and self-expression through movement exercises. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.



Modern Beginner II8 to 10 This class emphasizes physical alignment and body awareness as well as coordination, strength, creativity and self-expression through movement exercises. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.



Modern I10 to 18 In this class, students begin introductory level studies of the Lester Horton Technique. Students focus on elements of the Horton warm-up and learn staples of the vocabulary which are used in movement progressions toward the end of the year. This class focuess on building flexibility, strength and movement quality and is also designed to enhance the dancers’ understanding of musicality and overall body control. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Horton II11 to 18 In this class, students begin to focus on fortification, prelude and balance studies from the Lester Horton Technique. These studies were designed to enhance flexibility, turn out, balance, coordination and to stimulate the psyche. At this level, students continue to explore movement quality, musicality and focus more on flexibility and strength. All materials from previous levels will be covered. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



AGES 5+ A mix of cutting-edge hip-hop & contemporary dance across a broad range of styles brings members of COCAdance & the COCA Hip-Hop Crew together for a dynamic, can’t-miss performance. Featuring choreography from guest artist Kara Wilkes of Alonzo King LINES Ballet.

FIVE SHOWS: FRI, JAN 25, 2019 | 7:00PM

SAT, JAN 26, 2019 | 1:00PM

SAT, JAN 26, 2019 | 5:00PM

SUN, JAN 27, 2019 | 1:00PM

SUN, JAN 27, 2019 | 5:00PM


MOMENTUM

COCA PRESENTS:


MODERN

Modern Teen & Adult Beginner11 & up This class is geared toward appropriate learning styles for teen and adult beginners. Modern dance training helps develop flexibility, strength, balance, poise, creativity and confidence in the body. No previous training required.



Graham I13 to 18 Recognized as one of the greatest artists of the 20th century Martha Graham created a movement language based upon the expressive capacity of the human body. Graham’s groundbreaking style grew from her experimentation with the elemental movements of contraction and release. In this class, students will engage in movement practice and dramatic artistry of the Graham technique. With curriculum designed to increase students’ understanding of the body and artistic expression, this class has been added to COCA’s programming to continue our efforts in nurturing the versatility of our pre-professional artists. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students should also be enrolled in Horton IV or V.



Horton IV13 to 18 In this class, students focus on complex variations of all Lester Horton Technique materials. Students are expected to have a solid understanding of the technique enough to engage in an exploratory approach to executing Horton studies. Heavy emphasis is placed on student artistry and performance quality. Students also continue to explore ways to increase strength and flexibility and the ability to execute movement through different qualities, dynamics and speed. All materials from previous levels will be covered. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Horton V14 to 18 In this class, students focus on complex variations of all Lester Horton Technique materials. Students are expected to have a solid understanding of the technique enough to engage in an exploratory approach to executing Horton studies. Heavy emphasis is placed on student artistry and performance quality. Students also continue to explore ways to increase strength and flexibility and the ability to execute movement through different qualities, dynamics and speed. All materials from previous levels will be covered. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





COCA is one of 16 schools in the nation accredited by Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS) and National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) Accredited School.

NATIONALLY ACCREDITED

Horton III12 to 18 In this class, students deepen their understanding of movement progressions, musicality and floor work. At this level, students are expected to have a clear understanding of the Lester Horton Technique warm-up and should be able to approach Horton studies with an understanding of key elements. All materials from previous levels will be covered. A live accompanist is used in this class. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



*Indicates 7-week class

SOCIAL & CULTURALArgentine Tango I18 & up In this class, students are introduced to the fudamentals of tango including musicality and basic tango movement vocabulary such as connection, walking steps, basic elements of turning and navigation. Students gain improvisational skills, historical background and social dance etiquette in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No previous training required.



Argentine Tango II*18 & up This class is designed to build on the basics of Argentine tango established in the beginner class. It includes new variations and expansion of the basic vocabulary. This class involves both open- and closed-embrace technique and the methods of transitioning between them. Students will expand their improvisational skills and floorcraft in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Students must have completed Argentine Tango I or receive prior approval from instructor.

FALL12739TUE | SEP 4–OCT 16 | 8:00–8:55PM$90

FALL12740TUE | OCT 23–DEC 4 | 8:00–8:55PM$90

WINTER/SPRING13316TUE | JAN 22–MAR 5 | 8:00–8:55PM$90

WINTER/SPRING13317TUE | MAR 12–APR 23 | 8:00–8:55PM$90

Bollywood18 & up A vibrant and colorful entertaining dance class that is suitable for all levels. Dancing to powerful Bollywood music provides a whole body workout as well as a lot of fun! No previous training required.



Salsa I18 & up In this class, students learn the fundamentals of salsa dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Students learn the basic ingredients of salsa for improvisation and creativity on the social dance floor. No previous training necessary and no partner required. Street shoes are not allowed.



Salsa II18 & up In Salsa II, students will build upon the fundamentals learned in Salsa II by exploring more challenging turn patterns, musicality and individual styling. Emphasis will be on technique and timing as we take your social dancing to a higher level of complexity. No partner required. Prerequisite of Salsa I or instructor approval required. Street shoes are not allowed. FALL13501WED | SEP 5–DEC 12 | 8:00–8:55PM$190


West African Beginner6 & up Diadie Bathily, professional dancer from the Ivory Coast, is back at COCA offering authentic, West African dance classes. This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. No previous training required.



West African I12 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. Students must have 1 year of dance training or receive prior approval from instructor.



West African II13 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes are accompanied by live drumming when available. Students must have at least 3 years of dance training or prior approval from instructor.




TAP

Tap Teen Beginner II12 to 18 In this class, students review and improve upon basic beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap Teen Beginner I or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap Teen Beginner I11 to 18 In this class, students are introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. No previous training required.



Tap VI14 & up In this class, students develop advanced skills including the ability to execute lengthy, improvised phrases and complex choreographed step combinations. They will gain a knowledge of and respect for tap history and tap choreography skills while maintaining a focus on personal performance style. This class helps students advance their improvisational skills for the professional environment through exercises and mock auditions. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap V13 to 18 In this class, students develop advanced skills including the ability to execute lengthy, improvised phrases and complex choreographed step combinations. They gain a knowledge of and respect for tap history and tap choreography skills while maintaining a focus on personal performance style. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



TAPTap Beginner I6 to 9 In this class, students are introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.





Tap Beginner II7 to 11 In this multi-year class, students continue to work beginner tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as students work on memorizing combinations as tempos gradually increase. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap I9 to 18 In this class, students review and master the work in the beginner tap levels and begin to work on the concepts of dynamics, accents and “faster meaning smaller.” Increasingly complex movement patterns and spatial awareness are introduced at the students’ readiness to assimilate. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap II10 to 18 In this class, students work to master steps learned in previous levels and focus on increased awareness of musicality including timing, rhythm and counting as well as the importance of dancing with a relaxed torso. Students also begin to explore rhythm and step improvisation. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap III11 to 18 In this class, students experiment with traveling steps in different directions and work to increase their awareness of timing, counting, rhythm and dynamics. Students develop a sense of style and have opportunities for improvisation. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap IV12 to 18 In this class, students experiment with traveling steps in different directions and work to increase their awareness of timing, counting, rhythm and dynamics while engaging in complex choreographed combinations. Students develop a sense of style and have opportunities for improvisation. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Little Happy Feet4 to 6 Does your child have a lot of energy and like to make a lot of noise? In this basic tap and rhythm class, children channel their energy into creative expression. Emphasis is placed on recognizing basic rhythms, counting and developing movement control. Tap shoes are required.





Tap V & VI13 to 18 In this combined level class, students develop advanced skills including length improvised phrases and complex choreographed combinations. They will gain a knowledge of tap history and tap choreography skills while maintaining a focus on personal performance style. Students must demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



COCA requires Dance Placement Classes for Intermediate through Advanced Levels prior to the start of the Fall semester. See page 44 for details.

PLACEMENT CLASSES


TAP

Tap Adult Advanced16 & up In this class, students develop increasingly sophisticated skills including the ability to memorize and execute lengthy, complex and fast-paced step combinations, personal style, performance skills, expanded improvisational techniques and groundedness, also known as “using the floor.” Students must have completed Tap Adult Intermediate or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap Adult Beginner I16 & up In this class, students are introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. No previous training required.



Tap Adult Beginner II16 & up In this class, students review and improve upon basic beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap: Adult Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL12746WED | SEP 5–DEC 12 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING13328WED | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

Tap Intermediate16 & up In this class, students expand their knowledge of intermediate tap vocabulary. Class work is increased in tempo while focusing on even and syncopated rhythms. Students must have completed Tap Adult Beginner II or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL12748WED | SEP 5–DEC 12 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING13330WED | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

THEATRE

Creative Drama6 to 9 In this class, dramatic play, story enactment and improvisational games help students learn about theatre while they create scenes about princesses, robots, superheroes, fairies and other topics and characters that engage them. This is the perfect introduction for students beginning their performing arts journey. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.





Acting Beginner I7 to 9 In this class, students participate in theatrical exercises and improvisational activities to enhance the flexibility and control of their bodies, voices and imaginations. They develop characters, learn the basics of rehearsing and performing a play and work on simple reader’s theatre-style scenes in class. No previous training required. Students must be entering second grade or above to enroll and must be able to read fluently.







Acting Beginner II8 to 10 In this class, students participate in theatrical exercises and improvisational activities to enhance the flexibility and control of their bodies, voices and imaginations. They develop characters, learn the basics of rehearsing and performing a play and work on simple reader’s theatre-style scenes in class. No previous training required. Students must be entering second grade or above to enroll and must be able to read fluently.



Acting Beginner III9 to 13 In this class, students explore character and motivation through theatre exercises as they extend their understanding of theatre acting. They develop vocal range, character physicalization and understanding of text. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two- and three-person scenes from popular plays for young audiences. Students must have completed Acting Beginner II if they are 9 years old. No previous training required for students 10 and up.







Dramatic Play4 to 6 The foundation for acting begins with dramatic play and imagination development. Using familiar narratives as well as original ideas, children enter into their imaginations to create characters and stories. Through both teacher-guided and student-driven “play,” children will come to better understand theatre as a storytelling art form. This is the perfect introduction for children beginning their performing arts journey. No previous training required.




THEATRE

Acting II12 to 18 In this class, students engage in acting exercises and scene work to increase their focus and active listening, use physical actions to demonstrate character choice and define acting objectives within texts. They also continue to develop vocal range and articulation. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two-person scenes, monologues and commercial copy, as well as learning audition strategies. Students must have completed Acting I or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Acting I11 to 13 In this class, students participate in exercises that further emphasize the power of observation and tap into sense memory. They work on voice and diction, stage movement, physical action and character-building approaches. During the semester, students focus on two- and three-person scenes from both classic and contemporary plays as they develop their acting skills. Students must have completed Acting Beginner III or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





Acting for Musicals12 to 18 In this class, students engage in acting exercises and scene work from musical theatre scripts to help them increase their focus and active listening , discover physical action and define acting objectives within texts. They break down musical theatre songs as monologues to concentrate on “acting” songs as well as scenes. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two- or three-person scenes, as well as a song. No previous training required.



Acting III13 to 18 In this class, students engage in acting exercises and scene work to increase their focus and active listening, use physical actions to demonstrate character choice and define acting objectives within texts. They also continue to develop vocal range and articulation. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two-person scenes, monologues and commercial copy, as well as learning audition strategies. Students must have completed Acting II or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



THEATRE

Acting IV15 to 18 Students explore several distinct approaches to strengthen their acting technique. They work on voice and diction, posture and movement and learn character development strategies, including physical and emotional scoring, as they explore monologues and scene work. Students in Acting IV will receive Respect for Acting by Uta Hagen and will discuss and prepare for careers in acting. Students must have completed Acting III or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Improvisation I8 to 10 Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation and develops the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students are introduced to improvisational and theatrical games as a way to learn fundamental acting skills. They practice being present and aware on stage, listening to fellow actors and working collaboratively while creating unique characters, situations and scenes. No previous training required.



Acting Teen Beginner I14 to 18 In this class, students engage in acting exercises and scene work to help them increase their focus and active listening, discover physical action and define acting objectives within texts. They develop vocal range and articulation while participating in ensemble and character development work. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two- and three-person scenes as well as monologues. No previous training required.



Directing14 to 18 Students will engage in the artistry, creativity and technical aspects of play direction. Working from concept to production, they will analyze a short script, determine an approach, create a prompt book, lay out a simple floor plan, practice staging and blocking and communicate their ideas and interpretations to each other as they act in each others short scripts. Students must have completed Acting Beginner III or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Improvisation for Teens14 to 18 Improvisation teaches quick thinking and cooperation onstage. In this class, students engage in improvisation and theatrical games as ways to learn fundamental acting skills. Student actors practice being present and aware on stage, listening to fellow actors and working collaboratively, while creating unique characters, situations and scenes. In addition to rehearsal improvisation, this class introduces the elements of performance improvisation. No previous training required.



Improvisation for Adults18 & up Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation and develops the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students participate in improvisational games and exercises to build confidence and communication skills. No previous training required.



Acting Adult Beginner I18 & up In this class, students engage in acting exercises and scene work to help them increase their focus and active listening, discover physical action and define acting objectives within texts. They develop vocal range and articulation while participating in ensemble and character development work. During the semester, students rehearse and perform two- and three-person scenes as well as monologues. No previous training required.



Spolin for Adults*18 & up Viola Spolin is the originator of the theatre games that form the basis for improvisation—which teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation and develops the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students participate in improvisational games and exercises to build confidence and communication skills.

FALL13004SUN | SEP 9–OCT 21 | 4:00–5:25PM$130

FALL13005SUN | OCT 28–DEC 9 | 4:00–5:25PM$130

WINTER/SPRING13393SUN | JAN 27–MAR 10 | 4:00–5:25PM$130

WINTER/SPRING13394SUN | MAR 17–APR 28 | 4:00–5:25PM$130

Adult Acting for the Camera18 & up In this class, students will be introduced to the skills needed to professionally audition and perform for the camera. They will learn basic terminology and technique and will gain practical experience by performing and reviewing commercials and scenes on film. Students must have completed Acting for Adults or obtain instructor permission based on previous experience.





Intro to Singing & Performance6 to 7 In this class, students learn musical theatre singing through age-appropriate songs. They also learn simple dance steps and scenes to enhance their understanding of performance practice. The class is the perfect introduction for students interested in musical theatre. No previous training required. Students must be entering first grade to enroll.



Voice Beginner I8 to 9 In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of proper vocal technique & musical theatre singing through age-appropriate songs. They will also learn simple movement as they enhance their understanding of performance practice. No previous training required.



Voice Beginner II9 to 10 Students will build upon the basics of proper vocal and performance technique and work on proper singing posture, articulation and breath control. Students will work on group selections and featured solos from family-friendly musical theatre shows. Students should have completed Voice Beginner I (Musical Theatre Singing) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Voice Beginner III11 to 13 Students are introduced to technical music terminology, safe vocal techniques, breath control and exercises aimed at improving articulation. They will begin to work on music reading skills and performance techniques as they learn songs from Broadway’s best-known musical theatre composers. Students must have completed Voice Beginner II (Broadway Singers) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.





VOICE Singing Stars4 to 6 This class introduces preschool children to the fundamentals of vocal technique & musical theatre singing. Students learn about rhythm, musicality, breath control and articulation as they sing family-friendly group songs from popular musicals.





Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to full-semester classes only.

MULTI-CLASS D I S C O U N T

VOICE Voice I12 to 18 This class is for intermediate level musicians interested in learning more about music theory. Students will learn proper vocal technique including vocal anatomy, breath support, voice placement and posture during singing, as well as continue to develop their music reading skills. Students must have completed Voice Beginner III (Musical Theatre Styles) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.







Voice III14 to 18 Students will build upon their work in previous classes with increasingly difficult material. In addition to their work on musical selections, students will study music theory concepts and expand their understanding of the voice. They will also learn critique strategies as they observe and constructively coach one another. Students will continue to focus on stage presence and performance practice. Students must have completed Voice II or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Voice II13 to 18 Students will build upon their work in previous classes, focusing on “acting the song” and working on emotional connectedness in their singing. Students will also further their music reading skills and their understanding of vocal anatomy, voice placement and music theory. In addition to technique, they will focus on stage presence and performance practice. Students must have completed Voice I (Intermediate I) or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.







Voice IV15 to 18 Students will build upon what they learned in previous classes as they focus primarily on solos and featured solos and the components of a vocal portfolio. In addition to the development of that portfolio, students will work on advanced music theory and begin exploring the piano. Students will continue to focus on stage presence, “acting the song” and other performance practices. Students must have completed Voice III or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Vocal Auditions14 to 18 Students will work on the selection of and performance technique for solos for auditions. The class will be structured as a small master class and students will practice the technical singing and “acting a song” required for audition preparation. Students must have completed Voice III (Advanced I) or obtain placement permission.




Voice Adult Beginner I16 to 18 This class is an introductory group vocal music class for adults which uses songs from a variety of genres. Students learn about proper vocal technique, breath control, posture and vocal health as they work on fun group numbers in a safe and supportive environment. No previous training required.



Composing for Musicals12 to 18 Students apply their creativity and understanding of music, songwriting and musical theatre to compose original songs. They also have the opportunity to record at a recording studio and gain an understanding of music production. Students are welcome to bring an instrument or COCA faculty can provide accompaniment. Students must have completed Voice III (Advanced I) or obtain placement permission.



Voice Teen Beginner I14 to 18 In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of proper vocal technique, vocal anatomy, music theory and musical theatre singing. They will learn simple movement as they enhance their understanding of performance practice, musicality and stage presence. No previous training required.





Music Theory for Vocalists12 to 18 This class is a practical approach to music theory as it pertains to what a vocalist might encounter in choral or theatrical settings. It blends elements of sight singing with standard theory curriculum and is perfect for anyone who wants to prepare for college, improve sight reading, or simply expand their knowledge of music theory beyond the fundamental level. Students must be enrolled in Voice III or obtain placement permission.



VOICE COCA ENSEMBLES

ALLEGRO & ADAGIO VOCAL ENSEMBLESCOCA’s student vocal ensembles, Allegro (first company) and Adagio (second company), provide vocalists, ages 11–18 years, with a variety of performance opportunities. Students are expected to have knowledge of music reading and are selected by audition. Both companies rehearse weekly. Students selected will pay dues and must enroll in the three specified classes at COCA.

AUDITIONSAllegro and Adagio hold open auditions every May. For more information, or to schedule a private audition during the year, contact Shawna Flanigan at [email protected].

Any student who has the passion, talent and self-discipline needed to succeed in a rigorous arts training program will feel at home in one of COCA’s student ensembles. From training with professional guest artists, to unforgettable performance opportunities, to individualized career guidance, we offer a nurturing path for every student based on their own aspirations, ideas and perspectives. Financial assistance is available for students who qualify.


COCA ENSEMBLES

STUDENT DANCE ENSEMBLESCOCA’s dance ensembles prepare young artists in elementary through high school to discover and achieve more than they’ve ever imagined. Members of each company participate in a minimum of four to six dance classes a week at COCA and rehearse one or two times a week. Students also have the rewarding experience of working in a wide variety of styles due to COCA’s commitment to arranging annual residencies with multiple visiting artists. These select guest choreographers are notable dance practitioners who provide their expertise to our students with a learning experience that mirrors the nature of a professional dance setting.

BALLET ECLECTICABallet Eclectica pulls from the best of classical & contemporary ballet to build a repertoire fit for our top ballet students. Members of Ballet Eclectica are selected based on their ability to demonstrate clean classical technique, and strong pointe work.

COCADANCECOCAdance is an advanced student dance ensemble comprised of COCA’s most versatile young artists. Members of COCAdance are selected based upon their technical proficiency across genres, and an eagerness to engage in the creative process.

COCA HIP-HOP CREW The COCA Hip-Hop Crew consists of students ages 10–18, as well as select adult hip-hop performers from the St. Louis region. Founded by Artistic Director Anthony “Redd” Williams, COCA’s Hip-Hop Crew follows a curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in the commercial dance industry. Crew members are selected after demonstrating their ability to pick up choreography, understanding of rhythm and movement quality.

COCA THEATRE COMPANY The COCA Theatre Company (CTC) enables young actors to perform in professional productions of thoughtfully selected plays and musicals. Open call auditions are held throughout the year and productions rehearse four to five times per week. Cast members pay a participation fee for each production. Financial assistance is available for selected students who qualify.

2018–2019 CTC AUDITIONS

SEEDFOLKSThis “spoken musical” chronicles a diverse, immigrant community working together through struggles and triumphs. After a young Vietnamese girl plants beans in a vacant lot to connect with the memory of her father, she unintentionally creates a community garden which begins to bridge divides across her neighborhood. AGES 11+ (CASTING CHILDREN & ADULTS)

AUDITIONSFRI, NOV 9 | 4:00–6:00PM & SUN, NOV 11 | NOON–2:00PM

PERFORMANCES SAT, APR 13–SUN, APR 14, 2019Students interested in auditioning should prepare a 1 minute monologue; Once cast students should be prepared to pay a $195 participation fee. Financial assistance is available to qualified students who are cast.

INTO THE WOODSThe Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite sto-rybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, and relevant, piece. AGES 14–20AUDITIONS FRI, MAR 15 | 4:00–6:00PM &

SAT, MAR 16 | NOON–2:00PM

CALLBACKS SAT, MAR 16 | 3:00–5:00PM

PERFORMANCESFRI, JUL 26–SAT, JUL 27, 2019Students interested in auditioning should prepare 32 bars of a song and be prepared for a dance call at callbacks. Once cast, students pay a $310 participation fee. Financial assistance is available to qualified students who are cast.

COCA ENSEMBLES

AUDITIONSBallet Eclectica, COCAdance and the COCA Hip-Hop Crew hold auditions every May.

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Color PlaySEP 27–30, 2018Ages 2–5

The Little Dancer*DEC 14–16, 2018Ages 5+

Momentum*JAN 25–27, 2019Ages 5+

Emily Brown & the ThingMAR 9–10, 2019Ages 3+

Seedfolks*APR 13–14, 2019Ages 4+

TRIumphant*MAY 3–5, 2019Ages 5+

Into the Woods*

JUL 26–27, 2019Ages 5+

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REGISTRATION INFORMATIONIT’S EASY TO REGISTER!Registration begins July 1, 2018.

ONLINEcocastl.org/register

BY MAILPrint out a form online and return with payment(checks ONLY) to: COCA, Attn: Registration 524 Trinity Avenue | St. Louis, MO 63130

Cash & credit card registrations are not accepted by mail.

IN PERSONVisit the Registration Office during office hours.

Registrations are not accepted via fax or phone.

REGISTRATION OFFICE HOURSSummerMON–FRI | 7:30AM–6:00PMSAT–SUN | CLOSED

Fall & Winter/SpringMON–FRI | 9:00AM–6:00PMSAT–SUN | CLOSED

The Registration Office will be open 9:00AM–3:00PM on the following Saturdays ONLY:

2018: SEP 1 | SEP 8 | SEP 15 | SEP 222019: JAN 19 | JAN 26 | FEB 2 | FEB 9

REGISTRATION OFFICE314.561.4898 | [email protected]

REGISTRATION FEE: COCA charges a non-refundable annual registration fee of $30 per person. The registration fee will automatically be added to your online order, if needed. Students can be waitlisted online without purchasing the registration fee.

CONFIRMATION: COCA will email confirmation of your registration. If you have not received it within two weeks, please contact the Registration Office.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNTS: Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to full-semester Fall and Winter/Spring classes only.

1 & 2 CLASSES: Always full price3 & 4 CLASSES: $60 off those classes5+ CLASSES: $100 off those classes

PAYMENT PLANS: A 25% down payment, $15 processing fee and the annual registration fee are required upon registration. Your credit card or checking account will automatically be billed in equal payments on September, October and November 15 (Fall) or February, March and April 15 (Winter/Spring) for the remaining equal payments. Payment plans may be used for full-semester classes only.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/SPECIAL NEEDS: If you or your child has food allergies or special needs, please list them on the Registration Form or contact the Registration Office.

CHILD SAFETY: To ensure your child’s safety, please pick him/her up promptly after class or rehearsal. Children are under supervision during their instruction time only; faculty and staff are not responsible for supervising children outside of teaching time. Children waiting in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after classes are not supervised by faculty or staff members.

CLASS PASSES: For professional performing artists and college students ONLY, the Class Pass allows users to “drop in” to classes at their convenience, regardless of their busy rehearsal and performance schedules. Class Passes are meant for experienced dancers and can only be used for intermediate- and advanced-level dance classes. Class Passes can be purchased online or in person at the Registration Office. Participation in classes is subject to availability.

PLACEMENT CLASSES: To maintain the highest quality of classroom instruction, COCA hosts a Dance Placement Day for Intermediate through Advanced Levels in May. This ensures all students are placed appropriately prior to the Fall semester. All students in Intermediate through Advanced dance classes need to attend a Placement Class as a prerequisite prior to enrolling in the class. Those who participate in a Placement Class will receive an electronic Placement Letter to use as reference when registering online or in person. Rosters will be checked regularly for accuracy. Current students should attend the Placement Class for the level they’ve just completed to show mastery of the skill sets taught at that level. Any student that believes they should move into the Intermediate Levels from a Beginner Level must also attend the Intermediate I Placement class.

MAKE-UP POLICY: Students who miss class due to injury, illness or personal absences are allowed to make up classes. Absences caused by inclement weather, class cancellation and building closures are not required to be made up, but it is highly encouraged. Students make up a class by completing the Make-Up Form and giving the form to the instructor for the class make up. Make-Up Forms are available at the front desk, in the Registration Office and online on COCA’s website. If Make-Up Forms are missing information or are illegible, to the point where Patron Services cannot process them, the make-up class will not count toward attendance. Students are allowed to attend another section of the class if it meets on a different day or a class in the same discipline of a lower level. Missed classes must be made up by the end of the semester. We do not pro-rate classes for late registrations.

FOR PLACEMENT QUESTIONS, CONTACT:ART & DESIGN, THEATRE, VOICEShawna Flanigan, [email protected]

BALLET, DANCE ENRICHMENTAntonio Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]

EARLY CHILDHOOD, FITNESS, JAZZ, SOCIAL & CULTURAL, TAPKelly Ging, [email protected]

HIP-HOP, MODERNKirven Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]

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REGISTRATION POLICIESWITHDRAWALS/REFUNDS: Tuition fees will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee per class, if you submit a withdrawal form (available at COCA or online) by September 1, 2018. Registration fees are non–refundable. COCA offers no refund or credit for missed class days due to illness, schedule conflicts or for any other reason. Please see make-up policy for additional information.

MEDICAL WITHDRAWALS: COCA offers no refund or credit after the withdrawal deadline except for documented medical conditions. You must submit a withdrawal form and documentation on physician’s letterhead. Medical withdrawals must be submitted before the last day of your or your child’s class. Tuition will be refunded less the $25 processing fee per class.

CHILD SAFETY: To ensure child safety, parents/guardians must pick up students promptly after class. Children waiting in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after classes are NOT supervised by staff or faculty.

TRANSFERS: COCA offers the opportunity for students to transfer to another class if space is available. Transfer forms are available in the front lobby and the Registration Office. The deadline to transfer is September 22, 2018.

MAKE-UP POLICY: Any classes missed can be made up by attending another class at the same or lower level within the same semester. Make-Up Forms are available at COCA and cocastl.org/register.

CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that enrollment does not reach the required number for a particular class, or circumstances arise beyond COCA’s control, COCA reserves the right to cancel. You will be notified, and we will be happy to work with you to find a suitable replacement. If no replacement can be settled upon, COCA will refund your money in full, less your non-refundable registration fee.

BUILDING CLOSURES: If severe weather, a power outage or unforeseen circumstances necessitate the closing of any COCA program, COCA is not responsible for providing a make-up session, credit or refund. COCA provides information about closings via text messages, on local media outlets and at cocastl.org and 314.725.6555.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: COCA does offer payment plan opportunities. COCA reserves the right to suspend or terminate instruction and performance participation for students who do not meet their financial obligations. Students are liable for the full cost of tuition. Students with outstanding balances will NOT be allowed to re-register until the balance is paid in full.

RETURNED PAYMENT POLICY: It is COCA’s policy to charge a $25 processing fee for any returned payments (checks or credit cards). Those whose payments are returned may lose the privilege to pay via check, credit card and payment plans.

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RELEASE/WAIVER: I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless COCA and its employees from and against any and all claims for personal injuries or damages of any kind arising from participation in the COCA program. Furthermore, I authorize COCA staff and faculty to seek emergency medical help for me and/or my child if this becomes necessary. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless COCA personnel in seeking medical care for me and/or my child. I realize that every effort will be made by COCA staff to contact me in the event of a medical emergency involving my child.

IMAGE CONSENT: I agree that COCA may use my and/or my child’s likeness in the routine promotion of its programs and for other non-commercial applications.FIELD TRIP CONSENT: I give permission for my child to leave the premises for field trips supervised by adult staff members. I understand that I will have advance information about the date, time and location of the field trip.

STUDENT & PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT: My child and I agree to adhere to the COCA Core Values and follow all policies outlined in the COCA Student Handbook, available online or on request.

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: COCA offers need-based financial assistance. The annual application period is July 1–31. Assistance is awarded for Fall and Winter/Spring semesters. Based on the availability of funds, there may be an additional application period (NOV 1–NOV 15) announced for the Winter/Spring semester only. The next application period will be APR 1–JUL 31, 2019. This application period will cover 2019 Summer Arts Camps, 2019 Summer Classes, 2019 Fall semester and 2020 Winter/Spring semester. Visit cocastl.org for information.


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3rd & 4th Class: $60 off those classes

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Everyone has creative potential.

That’s why we seek out the best professional teaching artists from across the region for our students.

What’s more, we invest in ongoing training for our teaching artists to ensure they are equipped with the best techniques to bring out the best in your child.

Please consider making a contribution of any size—whether $10 or $1,000—in support of COCA’s exceptional teaching artists on your registration form or online at cocastl.org/donate.

For more information on how to become more involved with COCA through giving, contact Jeremy Dewey, Director of Development, at 314.561.4861 or [email protected].

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FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE

9:00–9:55AM Jazz: Jazz Teen & Adult Beginner I Ages 16 & up 12611 $260

9:30–10:55AM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12609 $290

10:00–10:55AM Tap: Tap Adult Beginner I Ages 16 & up 12615 $260

11:00–12:25PM Jazz: Jazz Teen & Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12613 $260

4:00–4:55PM Dance Enrichment: Pilates for Dancers II Ages 15 to 18 12617 $260

4:30–5:25PM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet Ages 4 to 6 12631 $235

4:30–5:25PM Early Childhood: Singing Stars Ages 4 to 6 12633 $235

4:30–5:25PM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 12663 $260

4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Beginner II Ages 8 to 10 12671 $260

5:00–5:55PM Art & Design: Art I Ages 10 to 13 12647 $270

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet IIA Ages 10 to 18 12653 $290

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet III Ages 11 to 18 12659 $290

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet IV Ages 12 to 18 12623 $290

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet V Ages 13 to 18 12627 $290

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet VI & VII Ages 14 & up 12619 $290

5:30–6:25PM Voice: Voice Beginner I Ages 8 to 9 12641 $260

5:30–6:25PM Theatre: Acting Beginner I Ages 7 to 9 12665 $260

5:30–6:25PM Tap: Tap Beginner I Ages 6 to 9 12635 $260

5:30–6:25PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Beginner I Ages 6 to 7 12673 $260

6:00–6:55PM Art & Design: Fashion Illustration Ages 12 to 18 12649 $280

6:30–7:25PM Theatre: Improvisation for Adults Ages 18 & up 12667 $260

6:30–7:25PM Theatre: Acting I Ages 11 to 13 12643 $270

6:30–7:25PM Tap: Tap Adult Advanced Ages 16 & up 12637 $260

6:30–7:25PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Beginner IV Ages 8 to 12 12676 $260

6:30–7:25PM Dance Enrichment: Dance For Boys Ages 8 to 10 12655 $270

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe & Variations Ages 14 & up 12621 $270

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe III Ages 11 to 18 12661 $270

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe IV Ages 12 to 18 12625 $270

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe V Ages 13 to 18 12629 $270

7:15–8:55PM Art & Design: Fashion Design III Ages 12 to 18 12651 $280

7:30–8:55PM Theatre: Acting Adult Beginner I Ages 18 & up 12669 $260

7:30–8:55PM Tap: Tap VI Ages 14 & up 12639 $280

7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Advanced Ages 16 & up 12657 $290

7:45–8:40PM Voice: Voice I Ages 11 to 18 12645 $260

9:30–10:15AM Early Childhood: Pre-Primary IA Ages 3 to 4 12681 $235

10:00–11:30AM COCAforlife: Drawing & Painting Ages 55 & up 13013 $212


11:00–11:55AM COCAforlife: Dance Exploration Ages 55 & up 13017 $160

11:30–12:25PM Fitness: Cardio Ballet Ages 16 & up 12678 $160

4:00–4:55PM Early Childhood: Primary IA Ages 5 to 6 12731 $235

4:30–5:25PM Ballet: Primary IC Ages 6 to 9 12713 $260

4:30–5:55PM Jazz: Jazz I Ages 10 to 18 12692 $280

4:30–5:55PM Jazz: Jazz II Ages 11 to 18 12688 $280

4:30–5:55PM Jazz: Jazz III Ages 12 to 18 12684 $280

5:00–5:55PM Voice: Voice Beginner II Ages 9 to 10 12700 $260

5:00–5:55PM Theatre: Improvisation I Ages 8 to 10 12725 $260

MONDAY

TUESDAY


6:00–7:25PM Jazz: Jazz V Ages 14 & up 12694 $280

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Ballet I Ages 7 to 9 12717 $260

6:30–8:25PM Art & Design: Art & Design for Teens & Adults Ages 16 & up 12708 $295

7:00–7:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango I Ages 18 & up 12737 $190

7:15–8:25PM Theatre: Acting Beginner III Ages 9 to 13 12729 $270

7:30–8:55PM Voice: Vocal Auditions Ages 14 to 18 12704 $280

7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner I Ages 16 & up 12723 $290

8:00–8:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango II Ages 18 & up 12739 $90

8:00–8:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango II Ages 18 & up 12740 $90

5:00–5:55PM Tap: Tap IV Ages 12 to 18 12696 $260

5:00–5:55PM Jazz: Jazz Beginner I Ages 6 to 8 12733 $260

5:00–5:55PM Ballet: Primary IB Ages 5 to 6 12719 $260

5:15–6:10PM Art & Design: Design I Ages 10 to 13 12706 $260

5:30–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet IA Ages 8 to 11 12715 $260

6:00–6:55PM Voice: Voice II Ages 13 to 18 12702 $260

6:00–6:55PM Tap: Tap Beginner II Ages 7 to 11 12698 $260

6:00–6:55PM Jazz: Jazz Beginner II Ages 6 to 8 12735 $260

6:00–7:10PM Theatre: Acting II Ages 10 to 14 12727 $270

6:00–7:10PM Ballet: Ballet II Ages 9 to 14 12721 $270

6:00–7:25PM Jazz: Jazz Beginner III Ages 9 to 12 12686 $280

6:00–7:25PM Jazz: Jazz IV Ages 13 to 18 12690 $280

9:00–9:55AM Tap: Tap Adult Beginner II Ages 16 & up 12746 $260

10:00–10:55AM Tap: Tap Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12748 $260

11:00–12:25PM Jazz: Jazz Teen & Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12743 $260

12:30–1:55PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner I Ages 16 & up 12744 $280

3:30–4:15PM Early Childhood: Pre-Primary IA Ages 3 to 4 12749 $235

4:00–4:55PM Dance Enrichment: Pilates for Dancers I Ages 13 to 18 12751 $260

4:15–5:10PM Early Childhood: Pre-Primary IB Ages 4 to 5 12781 $235




5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet VI/Beginner Partnering Ages 14 & up 12756 $290

5:00–6:25PM Ballet: Ballet VII Ages 14 & up 12758 $290

5:15–6:10PM Theatre: Acting Beginner I Ages 7 to 9 12779 $260

5:15–6:25PM Art & Design: Fashion Design I Ages 8 to 10 12770 $270

5:30–6:25PM Early Childhood: Singing Stars Ages 4 to 6 12764 $235

5:30–6:25PM Tap: Tap I Ages 9 to 18 12762 $260


6:30–7:25PM Voice: Voice Teen Beginner I Ages 14 to 18 12766 $260

6:30–7:25PM Tap: Tap IV Ages 12 to 18 12763 $260

6:30–7:25PM Dance Enrichment: Character Dance Ages 11 to 18 12775 $260

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Ballet Men’s Advanced Ages 14 & up 12760 $270

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Ballet Young Men’s Intermediate Ages 11 to 18 12754 $270

6:30–7:55PM Art & Design: Fashion Design II Ages 10 to 13 12772 $280

7:00–7:55PM Social & Cultural: Salsa I Ages 18 & up 12783 $190

7:30–8:25PM Voice: Voice Adult Beginner I Ages 16 to 18 12768 $260


WEDNESDAY

7:30–8:55PM Tap: Tap V & VI Ages 13 to 18 13513 $280



6:00–7:25PM Modern: Graham I Ages 13 to 18 12800 $270

6:00–7:25PM Modern: Horton III Ages 12 to 18 12802 $290

6:30–7:25PM Tap: Tap III Ages 11 to 18 12821 $260

7:00–7:55PM Social & Cultural: Bollywood Ages 18 & up 12863 $190

7:00–7:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop I Ages 9 to 13 12810 $260

7:30–8:25PM Tap: Tap II Ages 10 to 18 12823 $260

7:30–8:55PM Theatre: Cinematography Ages 14 to 18 12833 $280

7:30–8:55PM Theatre: Directing Ages 14 to 18 12860 $280

7:30–8:55PM Modern: Horton IV Ages 13 to 18 12804 $290

7:30–8:55PM Modern: Horton V Ages 14 to 18 12806 $290

8:00–8:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop II Ages 9 to 18 12812 $260

10:30–11:25AM COCAforlife: Move for Your Health Ages 50 & up 12785 $160

11:30–12:55PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner II Ages 16 & up 12787 $290

4:00–4:55PM Early Childhood: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 12791 $235

4:00–4:55PM Early Childhood: Pre-Jazz Ages 4 to 6 12793 $235

4:00–4:55PM Ballet: Primary IB Ages 5 to 6 12788 $260

4:00–4:55PM Ballet: Primary IC Ages 6 to 9 12789 $260


5:00–5:55PM Art & Design: Digital Media I Ages 8 to 10 12829 $260



5:00–5:55PM Voice: Intro to Singing & Performance Ages 6 to 7 12825 $260


5:00–5:55PM Modern: Horton II Ages 11 to 18 12798 $270

5:00–5:55PM Modern: Modern Beginner II Ages 8 to 10 12796 $260

5:00–5:55PM Ballet: Ballet I Ages 7 to 9 12836 $260

5:00–6:25PM Tap: Tap V Ages 13 to 18 12814 $280

6:00–6:55PM Voice: Voice Beginner III Ages 11 to 13 12827 $260

6:00–6:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop III Ages 13 & up 12808 $260



6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Digital Media II Ages 10 to 13 12831 $280

6:00–7:25PM Theatre: Acting I Ages 11 to 13 12858 $280

4:00–4:55PM Dance Enrichment: Stretch & Strengthen Ages 10 to 18 12867 $260


4:30–5:55PM Ballet: Ballet VI/Beginner Partnering Ages 14 & up 12865 $290


5:00–5:55PM Dance Enrichment: West African II Ages 13 & up 12869 $270




6:00–6:55PM Dance Enrichment: West African Beginner Ages 6 & up 12871 $270


6:00–7:25PM Ballet: Ballet VII Ages 14 & up 12872 $290

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

8:00–8:55PM Social & Cultural: Salsa II Ages 18 & up 13501 $190

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe IV Ages 12 to 18 12877 $270

7:00–7:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Heels for Adults Ages 18 & up 12884 $260

7:00–7:55PM Dance Enrichment: West African I Ages 12 & up 12875 $270

1:00–1:55PM Modern: Modern Teen & Adult Beginner Ages 11 & up 12952 $260

1:00–2:25PM Art & Design: Architecture I Ages 13 to 18 12955 $280


1:30–2:25PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner I Ages 11 to 18 12924 $260



2:00–2:55PM Voice: Voice IV Ages 15 to 18 12947 $270


2:00–2:55PM Ballet: Pointe V Ages 13 to 18 12920 $270

9:00–9:55AM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet Ages 4 to 6 13502 $235

9:00–9:55AM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 13451 $260

9:00–9:45AM Early Childhood: Shall We Dance? Ages 24 to 36 mos. 12902 $190

9:00–9:55AM Art & Design: Design Beginner I Ages 7 to 10 12895 $260

9:00–9:55AM Voice: Voice II Ages 13 to 18 12893 $260

9:00–9:55AM Jazz: Jazz Beginner II Ages 7 to 11 12897 $260

9:00–9:55AM Ballet: Primary IC Ages 6 to 9 12896 $260

9:00–10:25AM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance I Ages 11 to 18 12891 $280

9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Ballet IIA Ages 10 to 18 12887 $290

9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Ballet IV Ages 12 to 18 12889 $290



10:00–10:55AM Voice: Voice Beginner III Ages 11 to 13 12904 $260

10:00–10:55AM Theatre: Acting Beginner II Ages 8 to 10 12910 $260

10:00–10:55AM Tap: Tap Beginner I Ages 6 to 9 12903 $260

10:00–10:55AM Ballet: Ballet I Ages 7 to 9 12906 $260

10:15–11:10AM Art & Design: Design I Ages 10 to 13 12905 $260

10:30–11:25AM Modern: Modern I Ages 10 to 18 12914 $270

10:30–11:55AM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance II Ages 12 to 18 12916 $280

11:00–11:55AM Early Childhood: Pre-Primary IB Ages 4 to 5 12966 $235

11:00–11:55AM Theatre: Adult Acting for the Camera Ages 18 & up 12942 $260

11:00–11:55AM Theatre: Acting Beginner I Ages 7 to 9 12960 $260

11:00–11:55AM Tap: Tap Teen Beginner I Ages 11 to 18 12932 $260

11:00–11:55AM Ballet: Ballet IA Ages 8 to 11 12912 $260

11:30–12:40PM Art & Design: 3D Modeling Ages 10 to 13 12950 $270


12:00–1:25PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance III Ages 13 to 18 12922 $280

12:00–12:55PM Ballet: Primary IA Ages 5 to 6 12967 $235


12:00–12:55PM Tap: Tap Teen Beginner II Ages 12 to 18 12934 $260

12:00–12:55PM Modern: Modern Beginner I Ages 6 to 7 12930 $260


1:00–1:55PM Voice: Voice III Ages 14 to 18 12945 $270


SATURDAY

6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Pointe III Ages 11 to 18 12879 $270

12:00–1:10PM Theatre: Acting III Ages 13 to 18 12962 $280

7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12778 $290


2:00–3:25PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Beginner II Ages 16 & up 12953 $290

2:15–3:10PM Theatre: Acting for Musicals Ages 12 to 18 12965 $260

3:00–3:55PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance Teen Beginner II Ages 16 & up 12936 $260

3:00–3:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 12940 $260

3:00–3:55PM Dance Enrichment: Character Dance Ages 11 to 18 12928 $260

3:15–4:10PM Voice: Voice Teen Beginner I Ages 14 to 18 12948 $260

3:30–4:25PM Ballet: Ballet Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 12959 $260

4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Choreography Ages 13 & up 12938 $260

4:00–5:25PM Ballet: Ballet Teen Intermediate Ages 11 to 18 12957 $290



11:00–11:55AM Early Childhood: Artist Explorer Ages 4 to 6 12972 $235

11:00–11:55AM Voice: Music Theory for Vocalists Ages 12 to 18 12970 $260

11:00–11:55AM Theatre: Acting II Ages 12 to 18 12974 $270


12:00–1:25PM Modern: Horton V Ages 14 to 18 12975 $290

12:00–12:45PM Early Childhood: Pre-Primary IA Ages 3 to 4 12993 $235

12:00–12:55PM Voice: Voice II Ages 13 to 18 12981 $260

12:00–12:55PM Theatre: Improvisation for Teens Ages 14 to 18 13008 $260

12:00–12:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 12979 $260

12:00–12:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 13006 $260

12:15–1:10PM Art & Design: Cartooning I Ages 10 to 13 12984 $280




1:00–1:55PM Theatre: Acting Teen Beginner I Ages 14 to 18 13000 $260

1:00–1:55PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop II Ages 9 to 18 12980 $260

1:25–2:20PM Art & Design: Art Beginner I Ages 6 to 9 12986 $260



2:00–3:25PM Jazz: Jazz V Ages 14 & up 12976 $280

2:00–3:25PM Theatre: Acting IV Ages 15 to 18 13002 $280

2:00–3:25PM Ballet: Ballet Teen & Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 12998 $290

2:30–3:25PM Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop Beginner III Ages 7 to 11 13011 $260

2:30–3:40PM Art & Design: Drawing & Painting Technique Ages 14 to 18 12988 $270


4:00–5:25PM Art & Design: Open Studio Ages 6 & up 12992 $260

4:00–5:25PM Voice: Composing for Musicals Ages 12 to 18 12990 $260

4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults Ages 18 & up 13004 $130

4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults Ages 18 & up 13005 $130

SUNDAY


ART & DESIGNHope AshleyEvan BronsteinLauren CramAaron HoldmeyerCory LampkinShannon PiwowarczykErica TwomeyRudy Zapf

BALLET Mark BloodgoodLeigh Brockman Horowitz Ellen Costanza Katie Croghan Antonio Douthit-Boyd Carrie FernandezNorma Gabriel Ashley HamannBrenna HousmanCynthia McCollumKathleen Radke-Whittaker Jennifer Welch-Cudnik

DANCE ENRICHMENTDiadie Bathily Leigh Brockman HorowitzMelissa Clark Cynthia McCollumKali Rokya Ouattara

EARLY CHILDHOODEvann De BoseRebecca GotschSusan Kopp Elise KulikSarah McDonielKathleen Radke-WhittakerRachel RysanekKatie Scarato

FITNESS Cyn AndersonAlice Bloch Gina Bon-PerezKathleen Radke-Whittaker

HIP-HOP Cyn AndersonCamaron BallardJasmine SpencerAnthony “Redd” Williams

JAZZ Gina Bon-Perez Alison Brandon-WatkinsMargaret HassenstabElise KulikAshley MeyerLee NoltingLibby Salvia Kameron Saunders

MODERN Kirven Douthit-BoydSamantha Gaitsch Mariko KumanomidoSamuel Kunzman Kameron Saunders

SOCIAL & CULTURALAparna Kalyanaraman Jeannie KennedyJennifer Quinn Tal Stein

TAP Nicole BarresiGina Bon-PerezKelly GingRachel Rysanek Katie Scarato

THEATRE Eric ConnersEvann De BoseSusan KoppElliot Pearsall Ed ReggiDavid Wassilak

VOICE Brennan DavisJamie ErosTre’von GriffithColin HealyCharlie MuellarNicolas Valdez

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