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1 CULTURAL ARTS Winter 2017 AuroraGov.org/Arts

VISION By providing high-quality and innovative arts education and training, taught by professional artists, the city of Aurora s Cultural Arts program will create a new generation of artists,

2 VISION By providing high-quality and innovative arts education and training, taught by professional artists, the city of Aurora s Cultural Arts program will create a new generation of artists, patrons, community members and informed citizens and will provide an avenue of expression for young people who are often denied a voice. FINE ART AND MUSIC The city of Aurora classes in visual art and music are designed to nurture individual creativity, encourage collaboration, and give participants the chance to explore new and sometimes different experiences in the arts. Supplies are provided for youth classes. Supply lists for adult classes are available online at AurorGov.org/Arts or by calling

ART Supplies are provided for youth classes, supply lists for adult classes are available online at AuroraGov.org/Arts or by calling 303.344.1776.

3 ART Supplies are provided for youth classes, supply lists for adult classes are available online at AuroraGov.org/Arts or by calling YOUTH DRAW COMICS & ANIME STYLE Ages Learn the basic building blocks of drawing, work on character design, and creating dynamic poses with your characters. Instructor Terra Necessary. Central Library Community Room Jan.16-Feb.13 Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $65 ($50 Res.) DRAWING Ages 7-10 Explore art through drawing. Learn about the principles and elements of art. Instructor Jerome Vaden. No class Jan. 15. Meadowood Jan.8-Feb.12 Mondays, 6-8 p.m. $80 ($60 Res.) WATERCOLOR PAINTING FOR KIDS Ages 7-10 Have fun trying different watercolor painting techniques. Instructor Jerome Vaden. Meadowood Jan.11-Feb.8 Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. $65 ($50 Res.)

ADULTS Ages 14 & older WATERCOLOR & BEYOND Use watercolors, pastels, colored pencils and acrylics to push the boundary of your art and create dynamic paintings that pack a punch.

4 ADULTS Ages 14 & older WATERCOLOR & BEYOND Use watercolors, pastels, colored pencils and acrylics to push the boundary of your art and create dynamic paintings that pack a punch. Instructor Paul Birchak. Meadowood Jan.9-Feb.13 Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. $75 Res. ($58 Res.) PORTRAIT DRAWING & SKETCHING Learn the fundamental rules of strong light and shadow, the planes of the face, specific features of the face-eyes, nose, lips, ears, and more. All while using techniques ranging from formal classical realism to impressionistic to wild eyed scribble. Instructor Paul Birchak. Aurora Center for Active Adults, Room Jan.11-Feb.15 Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. $75 Res. ($58 Res.) CLASSICAL STILL LIFE IN OIL Professional artist Ali Ghassan will take you through the steps of learning how to approach an oil painting from start to finish. Start with drawing, then paint in layers until the objects have form and detail. Understand the painting process and come away with a realistic still-life painting. Supply list available. Instructor Ali Ghassan. Bicentennial Art Center Jan. 11-Feb. 15 Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. $96 ($76 Resident) BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Complete an oil painting in this fun, paint-along class with Certified Ross Instructor Bob Heid. $5 supply fee payable to instructor, bring a roll of paper towels. Meadowood Jan Feb. 10 Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $63 Res. ($80 Non-Res.)

5 DRAWING 101 Explore art through drawing while learning about the principles and elements of art. Beginners welcome. Instructor Shela Reilley. Meadowood Jan. 9-Feb. 3 Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $75 ($58 Resident) POLYMER CLAY Polymer clay is a colorful, synthetic modeling clay that doesn t dry out when exposed to air. It holds textures and shapes beautifully, can be sanded or carved and painted for virtually any finish. $20 supply fee due to instructor at first class. Instructor Liz Hall. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan. 1-Feb. 21 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $70 ($54 Resident) INTRODUCTION TO ZENTANGLE The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, fun and relaxing way to create beautiful images by drawing structured pattern, all while increasing focus and creativity, and providing artistic satisfaction. Taught by Zentangle Certified Instructor Cindy Winsel. Supplies provided. Aurora Central Library - Small Community Room Jan Jan Jan. 23 Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $52 ($40 Resident) TANGLE BY DESIGN II Add shadows and highlights to your tangles. No Class Feb Feb. 5-Feb. 26 Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $90 ($70 Resident) PRECIOUS METAL CLAY IN A DAY Precious metal clay lets you make fine silver jewelry without traditional metalsmithing tools. Taught by PMC certified instructor. Supplies included in class cost for 1 project. Extra clay will be available for purchase. Instructor Liz Hall. Bicentennial Art Center Feb. 24 Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $110 ($90 Resident)

PHOTOGRAPHY LONG EXPOSURE Learn to paint with light in photographs, photograph lights in motion, and other special effects achieved through long exposure. Instructor Maeve Leslie.

6 PHOTOGRAPHY LONG EXPOSURE Learn to paint with light in photographs, photograph lights in motion, and other special effects achieved through long exposure. Instructor Maeve Leslie. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan. 18 Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $23 ($18 Resident) LEARN YOUR CAMERA Learn basic camera operations. Explore program mode, exposure compensation and advanced features. Bring your camera and manual. Instructor Maeve Leslie. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Feb. 1-Feb. 22 Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $62 ($48 Resident) ADULT ACAA Ages 18-adult $59 ($45 Resident) 50+ $75 ($58 Resident) adults under 50 Supply list available Instructor: Paul Birchak Learn the techniques of painting with water soluble paints. Jan. 9-Feb. 13, Tuesday :30-11:30 a.m :30-2:30 p.m. MIXED Enjoy creative experimentation while trying new and varied techniques designed for mixed media. Work in your favorite media Jan. 11-Feb. 15, Thursday, 1-3 p.m. COLOR Learn proper color pencil techniques. Learn basic drawing techniques with color pencils and then learn special effects and other methods Jan. 12-Feb. 16, Friday 10 a.m.-noon Learn the principles of composition, perspective and shadow rendering. Experiment with charcoal, graphite pencil, pen and ink, or color pencils Jan. 12-Feb. 16, Friday, 1-3 p.m.

7 AURORA DANCE ARTS Aurora Dance Arts offers professional dance instruction in many styles and experience levels for all ages. We also have more classes available through our 5-month Continuous Dance Program, running January-May of 2018! More information regarding the Recreation Guide dance classes listed here and Continuous Dance Program classes is available by calling or by visiting AuroraGov.org/Dance YOUTH Ages 3-18 BALLET Twirl and Jump. These classes are an introduction to ballet technique and terminology and the world of dance and movement. Students will work on socialization, coordination, spatial awareness and musicality. A great way for your child to be creative through dance and music! TIPPY TOES Age Jan. 9-Feb Feb. 20-Mar. 20* Tuesdays, 10-10:45 a.m Jan. 13- Feb Feb. 24- Mar. 24* Saturdays, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Meadowood CREATIVE DANCE Ages Jan. 11-Feb Feb. 22-Mar. 22* Thursdays, 10-10:45 a.m. Meadowood $58 ($46 Resident) $49 ($39 Resident)* KINDERDANCE Ages Jan. 10-Feb Feb. 21-Mar. 21* Wednesdays, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Meadow Hills Jan. 13-Feb Feb. 24-Mar. 24* Saturdays, 10:15-11 a.m. Meadowood $58 ($46 Resident) $49 ($39 Resident)* BEGINNING BALLET Ages Jan. 10-Feb Feb. 21-Mar. 21* Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Meadow Hills $58 ($46 Resident) $49 ($39 Resident)*

8 HIP HOP Explore current hip hop choreography with a wide range of styles including warmup, across the floor, dance combinations, locking and popping. INTRO TO HIP HOP Ages Jan. 9-Feb Feb. 20-Mar. 20* Tuesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. Beck Jan. 13-Feb Feb. 24-Mar. 24* Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. Meadowood $58 ($46 Resident) $49 ($39 Resident)* BEGINNING HIP HOP Ages Jan. 9-Feb Feb. 20-Mar. 20* Tuesdays, 4:45-5:45 p.m. Beck Jan. 12-Feb Feb. 23-Mar. 23* Fridays, 6-7 p.m. Meadowood OTHER YOUTH DANCE OFFERINGS INTRO TO TAP Ages 6-10 Improve coordination and rhythm while getting a fun workout. Introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work and across the floor Jan. 13-Feb Feb. 24-Mar. 24* Saturdays, 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Meadowood CHEERLEADING AND POMS Ages 6-10 Emulate those awesome tricks that they see the cheerleaders do on TV! Learn basic cheerleading techniques as well as poms dance choreography, cheers and jumps Jan. 13-Feb Feb. 24-Mar. 24* Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Village Green

9 ADULTS Ages 18 and older BEGINNING TAP Improve coordination and rhythm while getting a fun workout. Introduction of basic tap steps including a warm-up, center work and across the floor Jan. 9-Feb Feb. 20-Mar. 20* Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Meadow Hills INTERMEDIATE TAP Continued tap dance education focused on more advanced tap steps and more intricate and challenging tap rhythms. At least 4 sessions of Beg. Tap for Adults or equivalent experience required for registration. No class Jan. 15 or Feb Jan. 8-Mar. 12 Mondays, 6:45-7:45 p.m. ACAA $88 ($68 Resident) BEGINNING BALLET An introduction to ballet positions and steps including barre work and combinations in the center and across the floor. Emphasis will be placed on stretching and strengthening as well Jan. 12-Feb Feb. 23-Mar. 23* Fridays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Meadow Hills INTERMEDIATE BALLET Focus on technique and alignment, more advanced steps and terminology and extended barre work and combinations in the center and across the floor Jan. 10-Feb Feb. 21-Mar. 21* Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Meadowood BEGINNING JAZZ DANCE An introduction to isolations, jumps, turns and explosive and fun jazz choreography. Get a great workout while having a blast Jan. 12-Feb Feb. 23-Mar. 23* Fridays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. Meadow Hills BEGINNING BELLY DANCE Develop core strength through the beautiful, ancient art of belly dance. Learn the basics in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Body movement, musicality and short dance sequences will be taught in this session Jan. 9-Feb Feb. 20-Mar. 20* Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. Meadow Hills

INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE Learn more advanced body movements and expand your knowledge of technique and musicality. At least 5 sessions of Beg.

Village Green CONTEMPORARY DANCE Contemporary dance is a more relaxed, grounded, free style of dance in which choreographers use emotions and moods to design their own steps. 248730 Jan. 10-Feb.

10 INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE Learn more advanced body movements and expand your knowledge of technique and musicality. At least 5 sessions of Beg. Belly Dance for Adults, or equivalent experience, required for registration Jan. 10-Feb Feb. 21-Mar. 21* Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Village Green CONTEMPORARY DANCE Contemporary dance is a more relaxed, grounded, free style of dance in which choreographers use emotions and moods to design their own steps Jan. 10-Feb Feb. 21-Mar. 21* Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Meadowood BALLROOM Catch the ballroom dance craze! This class includes preparation for weddings and special events. Couples only. No Class on Feb Nightclub/Fox Trot Jan. 22 and Swing Feb. 5 and Cha Cha Feb. 26 and Mar Waltz Mar. 12 and Sample Them All Jan. 22-Mar. 19* Mondays, 7-9 p.m. Expo $44 ($34 Resident) per couple $125 ($105 Resident) per couple* LATIN BALLROOM Catch the ballroom dance craze! Bring out your Latin spicy side with this fun ballroom series that will get your hips moving and put some pep in your step. Couples only Mambo Jan. 25-Feb Tango Feb. 22-Mar Sample Them Both Jan. 25-Mar. 22* Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Expo $44 ($34 Resident) per couple $86 ($66 Resident) per couple*

11 MUSIC Bring your guitar. Keyboards are provided in class but it is recommended that students have keyboard or piano at home. MUSIC FOR KIDS PIANO/KEYBOARD Ages 7-13 Learn to play the piano! It is easy and fun! Instruction book included. Instructor Roxanne Herbert. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesdays, 5-5:45 p.m. $89 ($69 Resident) CONTINUING KEYBOARD Ages 7-13 Continue your lessons. Some experience or teacher approval required. Instructor Roxanne Herbert. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesdays, 6-6:45 p.m. $89 ($69 Resident) GUITAR FOR KIDS Basic skills and cords provide the groundwork for singing and playing together. Bring your guitar. Instructor Serena Eads. Meadowood. No class Feb. 17. Ages Jan. 13-Mar. 10 Saturdays, 9:30-10:15 a.m. $92 ($72 Resident) Ages Jan. 13-March 10 Saturdays, 10:15-11 a.m. $92 ($72 Resident) MUSIC FOR ADULTS BEGINNING GUITAR Ages 13 and older Learn the basics of reading music and playing chords on your guitar. Bring your guitar. No class Feb. 17. Instructor Serena Eads. Meadowood Jan. 13-Mar. 10 Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. $110 ($90 Resident)

12 PIANO AND KEYBOARD Ages 14 and older Learn to play using a full size electronic keyboard. No experience necessary. Instructor Roxanne Herbert. Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesdays, 6:45-7:30 p.m. $93 ($73 Resident) VOICE Ages 10 and older Learn important warm-ups, breathing and vocal techniques and successful music selection practices. Prepare for anything from choral and solo auditions to just having fun singing karaoke. Instructor Roxanne Herbert. Aurora Central Library - Cultural Services Studio Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesday, 7:45-8:30 p.m. $93 ($73 Resident) POTTERY Start an adventure in clay and register for a pottery class today! All classes are held at Bicentennial Art Center. If you have additional questions, please call YOUTH A waiver must be signed by participant s parent/guardian prior to each class. PARENT AND CHILD Ages 5-9 Using basic techniques of hand building, you and your child can have fun creating clay objects together. One child per adult. Instructor Pete Newman Jan. 22-Feb. 5 Mondays, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. $42 ($32 Resident) POTTERY FOR KIDS Ages 6-9 Students will explore the tactile world of clay using texture, hand building techniques and paint. Instructor Heather Kegel Jan. 11-Jan. 25 Thursdays, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. $31 ($24 Resident) KIDS ON WHEELS Ages This class gives older kids an opportunity to express themselves through the art of throwing on a potter s wheel. The instructor will help students build an understanding of clay manipulation and glazing application. Instructor Heather Kegel Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesdays, 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $57 ($44 Resident) TEENS AND ADULTS Ages 16 and older BEGINNING POTTERY Start an adventure into the world of pottery with a beginning pottery class! Learn the fundamental wheel-working skills of throwing on a potter's wheel and discover the many stress-relieving benefits of working with clay. Supply fee is $ $90 ($70 Resident) Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Instructor: Heather Kegel Jan. 10-Feb. 14 Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Instructor: Cindy Howe

13 Jan. 11-Feb. 15 Thursday, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Instructor: Heather Kegel Jan. 13-Feb. 17 Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Instructor: Cindy Howe ALL LEVELS This mixed level class is perfect for beginners looking to get a handle on basic throwing techniques and for intermediate or advanced potters wanting to work on more complex projects. $90 ($70 Resident) Jan. 8-Feb. 26, No class Jan. 15 and Feb. 19 Monday, 1 p.m.-4p.m. Instructor: Robert Schroeder Jan. 8-Feb. 26, No class Jan. 15 and Feb. 19 Monday, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Instructor: Robert Schroeder Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Instructor: Marianne McKee Jan. 13-Feb. 17 Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Instructor: Marianne Mckee ADVANCED POTTERY This class is for students who have mastered the basics of wheel throwing and wish to expand their technical skills. Learn what you need to develop your own unique style. Instructor Mike Rieger Jan. 11-Feb. 15 Thursday, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $90 ($70 Resident) HANDBUILDING Find your inner creativity through the aspects of pinch, coil and soft slab construction. All levels of experience welcome. $90 ($70 Resident) Jan. 9-Feb. 13 Tuesday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Instructor: Marianne McKee Jan. 10-Feb. 14 Wednesday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Instructor: Kim Waters THEATRE Create and perform a play. Learn about storytelling, improvisation, script writing, adaptation, acting and characterization. Develop lifelong learning skills, such as listening, reading, writing, memorization, concentration and team work. Attendance and memorization are required. YOUTH WINTER STORY WONDERLAND Ages 4-7 Explore stories like The Snowy Day, The Tale of Jack Frost, Snowmen at Night and The Tacky Penguin. Read a different story each week. Share the stories with your family, in a performance, on the last day of class. Memorization is not required. Instructor Christa Silber. Mission Viejo Library Jan. 09- Feb. 22, no class on Jan. 30 Tuesdays, 4:30-6 p.m. $70 ($54 Resident)

14 HARRY POTTER ADVENTURE: FANTASTIC BEASTS Ages: 7-12 Create and perform a play based on the Harry Potter series. Include your favorite characters and create a new Harry Potter adventure. Share a performance with your family on the last day of class. Instructor Jordan Silber. Tallyn s Reach Library Jan. 13-Feb. 24, no class on Feb. 03 Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $80 ($60 Resident) A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS: THE REPTILE ROOM Ages: 9-15 Create and perform a play based on this popular book series, focusing on the second book in the series, The Reptile Room. Instructor Christa Silber. Aurora Fox Studio Jan. 13-Mar. 03, no class on Feb. 03 Saturdays, 9 a.m. Noon $125 ($105 Resident) LAND OF STORIES 2: THE ENCHANTRESS RETURNS Ages: 8-15 Become characters from the book and create scenes through improvisation. Instructor Christa Silber. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan.13-Feb. 24, no class on Feb 03 Saturdays, 1:30-4:30 p.m. $110 ($90 Resident) HOUSE OF ROCK Ages: Learn how to audition, rehearse and perform in a musical. Selections from Hair, Tommy, Grease, Pippin, Rock of Ages and Godspell. Instructor Roxanne Herbert. Aurora Central Library Cultural Services Studio Jan. 14-Feb. 25 Sundays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $90 ($70 Resident)

15 REGISTRATION PROCEDURES How to register for classes and camps REGISTER ONLINE AuroraGov.org/Recreation Search by discipline Art Dance Music Theatre REGISTER BY PHONE Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. REGISTER IN PERSON Registration main office E. Alameda Parkway Suite 1900 Aurora, Or go to your nearest recreation center CULTURAL ARTS LOCATIONS AURORA CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS 30 Del Mar Circle Aurora, AURORA FOX 9900 E Colfax Ave Aurora, AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, BECK RECREATION CENTER 800 Telluride St Aurora, BICENTENNIAL ART CENTER E. Alameda Ave. Aurora, EXPO RECREATION CENTER E Exposition Ave Aurora, MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. LIBRARY 9898 E Colfax Aurora, MEADOW HILLS RECREATION CENTER 3609 S. Dawson St. Aurora, MEADOWOOD RECREATION CENTER 3054 South Laredo St. Aurora, MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY E. Hampden Circle Aurora, TALLYN S REACH LIBRARY E Arapahoe Rd Aurora,

City of Aurora. Cultural Arts. Summer Camps and Classes AuroraGov.org/Arts

City of Aurora. Cultural Arts. Summer Camps and Classes AuroraGov.org/Arts City of Aurora Cultural Arts Summer Camps and Classes 2017 AuroraGov.org/Arts VISION By providing high-quality and innovative arts education and training, taught by professional artists, the city of Aurora