Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:00 PM
Classes begin March 6, 2012
Performances May 25-27, 2012

Director: Karen Moriarty

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration remains, in many ways, their most innovative, having set the standards and established the rules of musical theatre still being followed today. Set in a Western Indian territory just after the turn of the century, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story. Although the road to true love never runs smooth, with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins, love’s journey is as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road. That they will succeed in making a new life together we have no doubt, and that this new life will begin in a brand-new state provides the ultimate climax to the triumphant OKLAHOMA!

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
Classes begin March 5, 2012
Performances June 1-3, 2012

The jungle is jumpin’ with jazz is this exciting Disney classic! Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan. Specially adapted from the beloved film, this musical includes all your favorite Disney tunes, like “The Bare Necessities,” and “I Wan’na Be Like You.” With colorful characters and that toe-tapping jungle rhythm, Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for audiences of all ages.

Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Come explore many styles of dance with us!

Mondays 6:00-7:30
January 17-May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.
***This class functions as a drop-in class. Classes are $15/class or $125 for a ten-class card.***

Adult Ballet: Beg- Adv
Adults of all dance levels are welcome to attend. Class is generally a blend of different ballet techniques and styles, filled with simple, yet detailed combinations. Focusing on correct body placement and precise ballet technique, this class is suitable for adults who want to learn dance fundamentals and get a physical work-out. Often times, class strays from the “traditional” ballet movements and music, adding a refreshingly new and fun flair to class!

Adults of all dance levels are welcome to attend. Class is generally a blend of different ballet techniques and styles, filled with simple, yet detailed combinations. Focusing on correct body placement and precise ballet technique, this class is suitable for adults who want to learn dance fundamentals and get a physical work-out. Often times, class strays from the “traditional” ballet movements and music, adding a refreshingly new and fun flair to class!

Mondays 6:00-7:30
January 17-May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.
***This class functions as a drop-in class. Classes are $15/class or $125 for a ten-class card.***

Adult Ballet: Beg- Adv
Adults of all dance levels are welcome to attend. Class is generally a blend of different ballet techniques and styles, filled with simple, yet detailed combinations. Focusing on correct body placement and precise ballet technique, this class is suitable for adults who want to learn dance fundamentals and get a physical work-out. Often times, class strays from the “traditional” ballet movements and music, adding a refreshingly new and fun flair to class!

Adults of all dance levels are welcome to attend. Class is generally a blend of different ballet techniques and styles, filled with simple, yet detailed combinations. Focusing on correct body placement and precise ballet technique, this class is suitable for adults who want to learn dance fundamentals and get a physical work-out. Often times, class strays from the “traditional” ballet movements and music, adding a refreshingly new and fun flair to class!

The Asheville Arts Center is committed to offering you high-quality instruction on a variety of instruments that are student centered with a focus on individual learning styles. You will have access to group instructions, recitals and a great performance space! If you do not see instruction for the instrument you are interested in listed, please give us a call.

Percussion, Violin, Suzuki Violin, Piano, Voice, Guitar

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Students are involved in classes 3 days per week, as well as participate in two shows and attend the Junior Theatre Festival.

Our beginning Academy students are introduced to the theories behind acting technique in a creative story-telling atmosphere. Later on, students will be able to apply this knowledge to more advanced terminology and technique. Dance classes focus on disciplining the body, and freeing it to speak through movement. Voice classes explore the voice, and students will begin learning proper vocal technique.

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Students are involved in classes 3 days per week, as well as participate in two shows and attend the Junior Theatre Festival.

Middle School Academy students begin with Commedia dell’arte and neutral mask work, furthering the discipline of the body, while allowing the actor freedom to create. They move into collegiate-level Stanislavski work, and Meisner work with intense scene-study and monologue work. In dance, students are challenged to grasp several different dance styles from the Broadway canon. Voice classes become more advanced, pushing students to challenge themselves vocally, and learn about musical parts and blending.

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Students are involved in classes 4 days per week, as well as participate in two shows and attend the Junior Theatre Festival.

Our High School Academy students are preparing for collegiate studies in theatre, or a related field. Acting classes become longer and more intensive; students learn more avant-garde techniques including the Suzuki Method of Actor Training. Scene study focuses on the classics, and contemporary theatre, as well as preparation for college auditions. Dance class continues with more advanced routines from the Broadway canon. In voice, students are pushed to truly master their voices, read music, and have the confidence to perform boldly!

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Wednesdays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Instructor: Heather Gallagher

You must contact the Asheville Arts Center before registering for this class.

Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Instructor: Heather Gallagher

Mondays 5:30-7:00 PM
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

Description: By this point dancers have a firm grasp of rhythm and timing, technique and posture. Dancers are able to demonstrate all of the basic steps in each of the categories, reel, slip jig, hornpipe, and treble jig. These dancers are also working on individual set dances such as St. Patrick’s Day, Hurry the Jug and Blackbird. In addition to developing their individual skills and style, these dancers are working together on team dances and are performing regularly in the community.

Instructor: Heather Taft

You must contact the Asheville Arts Center before registering for this class.

Wednesdays 5:30-6:30
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Description: After mastering the basic techniques, three solo dances are taught in soft shoes, the Reel, the Light Jig and the Slip Jig. After becoming comfortable with the soft shoe steps, the student moves on to training in the hard shoes. The hard shoe dances require good listening skills and accuracy of rhythm.

Instructor: Heather Gallagher

Wednesdays 3:30-4:15
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Description: Beginning students in the Gallagher School start out learning and mastering basic techniques: foot placement, balance, posture and music. All students are encouraged to participate with energy and creativity while having fun with the basic steps in both hard and soft shoes.

Instructor: Heather Taft

Mondays 4:30-5:30
January 17-May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

After mastering the basic techniques, three solo dances are taught in soft shoes, the Reel, the Light Jig and the Slip Jig. After becoming comfortable with the soft shoe steps, the student moves on to training in the hard shoes. The hard shoe dances require good listening skills and accuracy of rhythm.

Instructor: Heather Gallagher

Lullabies on Broadway (3-5 years)
Tuesday 1:15 pm- 2:00 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

A class that introduces jazz and tap dance to little ones in a fun, nurturing environment. Kids will sing-a-long throughout the class and learn the basics of broadway dance!

Description: Introduce your child to music, drama AND dance with this new class!

Instructor: Lindsey Kelley

Tuesdays 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

A class filled with singing, dancing and acting, where kids explore the awesome world of broadway dance! Incorporating jazz and tap dancing, this class is all about expressing feelings through fun movement and song.

Description: Introduce your child to music, drama AND dance with this new class!
Instructor: Lindsey Kelley

Mondays 4:30-5:30
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

Young dancers continue to learn the skill and beauty of classical ballet in a highly encouraging atmosphere. More advanced movements are added into students’ dance vocabulary, providing the building blocks for a well trained dancer.

Wednesdays 4:30-5:15 pm
Saturdays 10:45-11:30 am
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

Young dancers learn skills associated with both beginning ballet and tap. This class is ideal for the student with a high energy level, who wants to learn various dance forms in a single class.

Mondays 3:30-4:15 pm
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

**There will be no class January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

Children learn about the fundamentals of ballet in a supportive and creative environment. Focusing a little more on the technicalities of steps, students are guided through a class filled with exceptional ballet training and fun-filled learning activities.

Wednesdays 1:15-2:00 pm
Saturdays 10:00-10:45 am
January 17, 2012 – May 12, 2012

First time dancers experience a class divided into two sections for learning basic ballet steps and fun,tap movements. It is perfect for students who wish learn different dance forms within one class!

Mondays 10:00-10:45 am
January 17, 2012-May 12, 2012

**There will be no classes January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

This class introduces children to the world of ballet, providing them with the fundamentals of this classical art form. It is a full separation class, ideal for children who love to move and dance!