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School of Fine Arts | 2021
Registration Deadline
Tuesday | June 1, 2021**
There is no registration deadline for
Summer Arts Camp and Tots Camp.
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August 27 | 7PM
August 28 | 2PM & 7PM
August 29 | 2PM
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July 26 - August 1
1 0 1 D a lm a ti o n s
August 7 | 11AM
August 8 | 1PM
To rc h S o n g
August 13 & 14 | 7:30PM
August 14 & 15 | 3PM
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Table of Contents
3 Summer Arts Camps & Tots Camps 15 Theatre
5 Subscription Classes 16 BACimena
7 Dance 17 Performing Arts Summer Productions
10 Gallery & Gift Card Info 18 Professional Theatre Season
11 Music 19 Visual Arts**
14 Adult Bridge & Fitness 21 Outreach
**Registration deadline is June 1, 2021. Any patron wishing to register after that date, will be required to
pay a $15 late registration fee.
IMPORTANT Summer
Beverly Arts Center Staff Session Information
Session runs 11 weeks
Carly Bishop, Artistic Director June 7-August 22, 2021
carly@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 208
Last day to register
Andrew Lindstad, Director of Development & Marketing
andrewo@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 207 Tuesday, June 1 2021
No Classes On
Dan Jacobson, Director of Operations
dan@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 212 Sunday, July 4, 2021
Matt McKinney, School of Fine Arts (SOFA) Manager
matt@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 206 Highlighted Event
Jennifer Marschand, Outreach Manager Comedy of Errors
jennifer@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 210 Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Carly Bishop
Tamie Ramirez, Finance Manager
tamie@bevelryartcenter.org – ext. 213
Kris Taylor, Development & Marketing Manager
kris@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 219
Emily Nelson, Box Office Manager
emily@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 209
Vicki Meyer, Graphic Designer
vicki@beverlyartcenter.org – ext. 217
Courtyard
(Baffes in case of inclement weather)
2407 W 111th Street
June 18, 19, 25, 26 | 7:30PM
Chicago, IL 60655
773.445.3838 June 20 & 27 | 3PM
www.beverlyartcenter.org | Tickets $24($22),
Children 10-17 $12($10)
All social-distancing
guidelines from the
CDC and state and
local governments
will be followed.
Masks will be required.
Junior Counselor
$200($180) Campers ages 13-15, may apply to be a Junior Counselor. This opportunity gives campers an introduction
to leadership and the work force. Each Junior Counselor is responsible for a group of younger campers. The Junior
Counselor assists teenage Camp Counselors and Adult Teaching Artists in daily camp activities and receives a 50%
reduction of their camp tuition for their efforts. All Junior Counselors must apply and be interviewed. Applications are
available from Matt McKinney, School of Fine Arts Manager at matt@beverlyartcenter.org.
Summer Arts Camp Schedule in this hysterical camp filled with singing, dancing, acting,
and stage combat!
Summer Arts Camp is a day camp for children ages 5-12
with curriculum in Dance, Film, Music, Theatre, and Visual
Arts. Camp hours are 8:30AM-4:00PM, Monday through Heroes Among Us! – Music and Dance Camp
Friday. Campers move from activity to activity with their $395($355)
age groups, enjoying two outdoor breaks throughout the Session #3 - July 5-16, 2021
day. Groups are kept to a 10:1 Student-Teacher ratio. Join us as we celebrate first responders, the military, veter-
Campers must bring snacks, a lunch, 2 masks, and a drink ans, community leaders and organizers, principals, teach-
with them to camp each day. Scholarships are available. ers, doctors, nurses, moms, and dads with workshops in
dance and music that will strengthen the body and liberate
Pre-Camp the creative soul.
$70($63) per session
Monday through Friday Love Your Neighbor! – Fine Arts Camp
7:30-8:30AM $395($355)
Intended for parents who need to get to work a little earlier, Session #4 - July 19-30, 2021
this early morning programming consists of simple proj- Get messy and creative with chalk, paint, clay, and more!
ects, fun crafts, and indoor and outdoor games. Create masterpieces in different art mediums like Ceram-
ics, Mixed Media, and Comic Book Art, while celebrating
After Care the similarities and differences that make our community
$140($126) vibrant and diverse.
Monday through Friday
4:00-6:00PM Going Green! – Science Camp!
Need a little extra time? No problem! Campers in after care $395($355)
enjoy special activities, both inside and out, short movies, Session #5 – August 2-13, 2021
board games, and challenging crafts. Learn how to save the planet and shrink your carbon foot
print in this fun camp that explores where art and science
Get Your Brick On! – Lego-themed Camp meet. Experiments across grade-levels explore what we
$395($355) can do to save our planet.
Session #1 - June 7-18, 2021
Attention all Brick Masters, get a Lego up on the com- Legends and Warriors! - Film Camp
petition! Build with them! Design them! Sing about them! $395($355)
Dance while thinking about them! This camp is all Lego all Session #6 – August 16-27, 2021
the time! Calling all super heroes - Save a city, a multi-verse, or un-
charted land! This fun camp will use theatre and film class-
A Pirate’s Life for Me! – Theatre Camp es to create new stories of heroes old and new with camp-
$395($355) ers starring in their own action films!
Session #2 - June 21-July 2, 2021 Session #6 - August 17-28, 2020
Ever wanted to be a swashbuckling, poop-deck swabbing,
lily-livered matey? Avast, ye hearties join other scallywags
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Tots Camp Schedule Join us as we celebrate first responders, the military, veterans,
community leaders and organizers, principals, teachers, doc-
tors, nurses, moms, and dads with workshops in dance and
Tots Camp is a day camp for children ages 3-5 with music that will strengthen the body and liberate the creative
curriculum in Letter Recognition, Dance, Numeracy, soul.
Music, Social-Emotional Learning, Theatre, and Visual
Arts. Camp is offered half-day (8:30-1PM) or Extend- Love Your Neighbor! – Camp
ed Day (8:30-4PM), Monday through Friday. Campers $300($270) Half Day
enjoy working with a rotation of Teaching Artists, and $395($355) Extended Day
experience sensory activities, outdoor play, and sil- Session #4 - July 19-30, 2021
ly games. Student-Teacher ratio is 4:1. Campers must Get messy and creative with chalk, paint, clay, and more! Cre-
bring snacks, a lunch, 2 masks, and a drink with them to ate masterpieces in different art mediums like Ceramics, Mixed
camp each day. Full day campers must bring a nap mat Media, and Comic Book Art, while celebrating the similarities
and differences that make our community vibrant and diverse.
with them to leave at camp for the session. Scholarships
are available.
Going Green! – Science Camp
$300($270) Half Day
Pre-Camp $395($355) Extended Day
$70($63) per session Session #5 – August 2-13, 2021
Monday through Friday Learn how to save the planet and shrink your carbon foot print
7:30-8:30AM in this fun camp that explores where art and science meet.
Intended for parents who need to get to work a little earlier, this Experiments across grade-levels explore what we can do to
early morning programming consists of simple projects, fun save our planet.
crafts, and indoor and outdoor games. *Extended Day Tots
may only attend Pre-Camp or After Care, not both.
Celebration Station! – Silly Camp
$300($270) Half Day
After Care $395($355) Extended Day
$140($126) Session #6 – August 16-27, 2021
Monday through Friday We’ll celebrate Mondays, unbirthdays, Standing-on-one-leg
4:00-6:00PM days, and backwards days in the silliest camp this side of an
Need a little extra time? No problem! Campers in after care, underwater zoo, a mountain-top aquarium, or a pig in outer
enjoy special activities both inside and out, short movies, space! Kids sing, create, play, and learn as they laugh their
board games, and challenging crafts. *Extended Day Tots may way through the day.
only attend Pre-Camp or After Care, not both.
I am Me! – Camp
$300($270) Half Day
$395($355) Extended Day
Session #1 - June 7-18, 2021
This camp celebrates the child while learning about friends
and family. Literacy and numeracy games and activities keep
campers on-track while discovering what it is to be an indi-
vidual.
Everything Suess! – Camp
$300($270) Half Day
$395($355) Extended Day
Session #2 - June 21-July 2, 2021
Call Thing #1 and Thing #2 to the greatest, most funnest,
most splim-splam-splenderifious camp ever! Meet the Cat and
the Hat and Horton. Find out if you like green eggs and ham.
Come join us to discover the vibrant world of Dr. Seuss while
making amazing crafts and singing silly songs.
Heroes Among Us! – Camp
$300($270) Half Day
$395($355) Extended Day
Session #3 - July 5-16, 2021
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Subscription Plans - Dance
The Beverly Arts Center understands the need for flexibility as we all climb out of the pandemic
together. With that need in mind, we have created a subscription program which allows fami-
lies to pick and choose the workshops they would like to attend in any discipline for a monthly
fee. Instead of attending the same workshop weekly for 11-weeks, customers may choose
between one and six workshops to attend per week. Choose between paying the entire fee
at once, or making monthly payments. A credit card number must be on file with the Bever-
ly Arts Center in order to be eligible to make monthly payments.
Subscription begins on September 13, 2021 and ends on December 5, 2021
Customer is billed on September 1st, October 1st, and November 1st
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DANCE SUBSCRIPTION
Students may attend as many workshops as they wish to within their age group during the 11-week session.
Age 4-7 | $75/month for September, October, November
Workshops Day Time Instructor
Crea Movement Mondays 5:30-6:15PM Sarah Ramos
Pre-Ballet Tuesdays 5:30-6:15PM Sarah Ramos
Teeny Tot Hip Hop Wednesdays 5:30-6:15PM Desirae Gamboa
Pre-Tap Thursdays 5:30-6:15PM Sarah Ramos
Pre-Jazz Saturdays 10:00-10:45AM Desirae Gamboa
Musical Theatre I Sundays 2:00-2:45PM Maria Welser
Age 8-12 | $100/month for September, October, November
Workshops Day Time Instructor
Lyrical I Mondays 6:30-7:30PM Sara Ramos
Tap I Tuesdays 6:30-7:30PM Desirae Gamboa
Hip Hop I Wednesdays 6:30-7:30PM TBD
Ballet I/II Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM Miriam-Rose Leduc
Jazz I Saturdays 11:00-12:00PM Desirae Gamboa
Musical Theatre II Sundays 3:00-4:00PM Maria Welser
Age 13-18 | $125/month for September, October, November
Workshops Day Time Instructor
Lyrical II Mondays 7:30-9:00PM Desirae Gamboa
Tap II Tuesdays 7:30-9:00PM Desirae Gamboa
Hip Hop II Wednesdays 7:30-9:00PM TBD
Ballet III Thursdays 7:30-9:00PM Miriam-Rose Leduc
Jazz II Saturdays 12:00-1:30PM Desirae Gamboa
Musical Theatre III Saturdays 2:00-3:30PM Maria Welser
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All Dance Workshops are
H = Hybrid, some students may
choose to be in-person in the
classroom, while other students
will be in the same class virtually.
Choose is made at registration.
SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE
This week-long camp, takes the love of dance to the next level. Students work with multiple choreographers on multiple dance styles, ex-
ponentially growing learning over the course of five full days of dance! Workshop runs Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:00pm. Option of
attending Summer Arts Camp Pre-Camp and After Care expanding the day to 7:30am-6:00pm for parents who need additional coverage.
(Pre-Camp is $30 per week. After care is $60 per week.) Showcase in the Baffes Theatre at 4pm on Friday, July 23, 2021. Students must
wear tights, solid color leotard, and bring ballet shoes, black tap shoes, and black jazz shoes or solid-colored sweatpants and white t-shirt
with previously listed dance shoes. Student must pack a lunch (that will be refrigerated), a drink, and snacks.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Dance Intensive 12+ M-F 8:30-4:00PM Jul 19 Various $210($189) H
BALLET
In Twinkle Toes Toddlers and then into Creative Movement, students begin by learning how a dance class operates, basic positions, warm-up
and cool down skills, and introductory techniques. Students graduate into Pre-Ballet at age 5, building coordination, turn-out, and skill, and
then graduate from Ballet I through lV learning higher level techniques, musicality, and barre work while increasing flexibility and poise. Ballet
3 requires one year experience, Ballet 4 requires two years of experience as a prerequisite. All dancers must wear pink leotard, pink tights,
pink ballet shoes with hair off face or white t-shirt, black sweatpants, and black ballet shoes. Adults may wear comfortable clothing with pink
ballet shoes.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Twinkle Toes Toddlers 2-3 Saturdays 9:00-9:45AM Jun 12 Dyckman-Ramos $100($90) H
Creative Movement 3-4 Saturdays 9:00-9:45AM Jun 12 Gamboa $160($144) H
Ballet Intro 5-6 Mondays 4:00-4:45PM Jun 7 Dyckman-Ramos $160($144) H
Ballet I 7-9 Thursdays 4:00-5:00PM Jun 10 Gamboa $190($171) H
Ballet II 10-17 Thursdays 4:00-5:00PM Jun 10 LeDuc $190($171) H
Ballet III 10-17 Thursdays 5:15-6:15PM Jun 10 LeDuc $190($171) H
Ballet IV 10-17 Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM Jun 10 LeDuc $190($171) H
Adult Ballet 18+ Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM Jun 8 LeDuc $95($85) H
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COMBO
Basic fundamentals of ballet and tap are explored while developing creativity, imagination, and body awareness in Pre-Combo. In Combo I
and II, the focus of the class also includes fundamentals of jazz dance, while building balance, precision, and working within an ensemble.
Students either wear any color leotard with tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes, and black jazz shoes with hair off face or wear white
t-shirt with any color sweat pants.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Pre-Combo 5-6 Saturdays 10:30-11:30AM Jun 12 Dyckman-Ramos $160($144) H
Combo I 7-9 Saturdays 1:00-2:30PM Jun 12 Dyckman-Ramos $210($189) H
Combo II 10-13 Saturdays 1:30-3:00PM Jun 12 Gamboa $210($189) H
HIP HOP
Dancers will explore pop and lock, character development, and freestyling while learning this popular dance style. All students are invited to
wear comfortable clothing and jazz or gym shoes with hair off face.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Teeny Tot Hip Hop 5-6 Saturdays 10:30-11:15AM Jun 12 Gamboa $160($144) H
Hip Hop I 7-9 Wednesdays 5:00-6:00PM Jun 9 McKeever $190($171) H
Hip Hop II 10-17 Wednesdays 6:15-7:15PM Jun 9 McKeever $190($171) H
JAZZ
Jazz is a dance discipline that energized and fun. Students begin in Jazz I and continue through Jazz III building techniques as they move
through the levels. Students will work on passing, turns, leaps, and exiting choreography. Students need black bottoms with a solid colored
leotard, black jazz shoes, and hair off face.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Jazz I 7-11 Saturdays 11:30-12:30PM Jun 12 Gamboa $190($171) H
Jazz II 12-14 Thursdays 7:00-8:00PM Jun 10 Gamboa $190($171) H
Jazz III 15-17 Thursdays 8:00-9:00PM Jun 10 Gamboa $190($171) H
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
Students learn the techniques needed to go from show to showstopper in this jazz-heavy class that also works in Ballet techniques. Explore
techniques of the greatest Broadway choreographers and how dance can tell stories in this fun and high energy class. Students should wear
comfortable clothing and black dance shoes.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Musical Theatre l 8-12 Tuesdays 6:00-7:00PM Jun 8 Welser $190($171) H
Musical Theatre ll 8-12 Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM Jun 8 Welser $190($171) H
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POINTE
Pointe technique is the part of classical ballet technique in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet
within pointe shoes. While progressing through these workshops student will grow strength in their legs, feet and ankles with the goal to dance
on their toes. Students wear pink leotard, pink tights, and ballet shoes with hair in a bun. Ballet skirt is optional.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Pre-Pointe/Pointe I 10-17 Thursdays 7:45-8:45PM Jun 10 LeDuc $190($171) H
TAP
Students learn rhythm and musicality through across the floor exercises and choreography, beginning in Tap I and moving through Tap IV.
Students need black dance bottoms, a solid colored leotard or top, and black tap shoes.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Tap I 7-9 Thursdays 6:00-7:00PM Jun 10 Gamboa $95($85) H
Tap II/III 10-17 Mondays 5:00-6:00PM Jun 7 Becker $95($85) H
Special Workshops 5 week Art Sampler workshops
ADULT MODERN
Adult Modern explores contemporary dance with roots in Ballet. Dancers dance in bare feet. Interested in puttin’ on the ritz and exploring your sense of
rhythm? Bring your tap shoes for Adult Tap. Strength and Condition creates leaner, stronger muscles, preparing the dancer to jump higher and further. Bring
a yoga mat to this fun workshop!
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Adult Modern 18+ Saturdays 2:00-3:00PM Jun 12 LeDuc $85($76) H
Adult Tap I 18+ Mondays 6:00-7:00PM Jun 7 Becker $85($76) H
Strength and Conditioning 18+ Mondays 7:00-8:00PM Jul 7 Becker $85($76) H
YOGA
Deliberate, focused work on flexibility and muscle tone are key to a dancer’s success. Learn healing techniques and best practices with a
Certified Teaching Artist, Jackie Braggs. This class is for any performer or non-performer looking to take their health and flexibility to the next
level. The class will be modified for all ability levels. Students wear comfortable clothing and must bring a yoga mat with them to class.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Outdoor Yoga 18+ Saturdays 12:30-1:30PM Jun 12 Braggs $60($54) IP
Outdoor Yoga 18+ Saturdays 12:30-1:30PM Jul 17 Braggs $60($54) IP
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Gift Cards
Give the Gift of Art to your loved ones.
With your gift, the recipient can become a member, take a class,
or catch a show! We have something for all!
Gift cards can be purchased in any denomination.
If you need help deciding your gift amount, here are some pricing
guidelines.
All Member Levels Receive
• 10% discount on tuition & live performances
• Invitations to exclusive events
• Receive notifications about upcoming classes, performances, & events
• Advance priority purchase for events MEMBERSHIPS
• BAC welcome pack Individual - $40
• Exclusive pricing on Live performances and classes
Senior Individual - $35
• Access to members’ lounge at select events
Family - $75
Senior Family - $50
Visual Arts Happenings FREE
to the
SOFA Visual Arts Showcase Public
Friday | Aug 20, 2021
6-8PM in the Atrium
Gallery 2020-21 Gallery Schedule | Openings on Fridays from 6-8PM
Art Comp Victoria Loeb
Opening Reception/Award Ceremony 6-8 PM | 4/9/21 Paintings & Drawings
Exhibit runs through 5/22/21 Chicago artist originally from Argentina
Opening Reception 6-8 PM | 9/3/21
Let’s Get Funky Exhibit runs through 10/16/21
Celebrating Chicago’s Blues History
Curated by Beverly Area Arts Alliance CAVA Board of Directors Exhibit
Opening Reception 6-8 PM | 5/28/21 Artwork by the Board of Directors of Chicago Alliance of
Exhibit runs through 7/6/21 Visual Artists. A 50 and over artist alliance.
Opening Reception 6-8 PM | 10/22/21
abOUT Art Exhibit Exhibit runs through 12/4/21
LGBTQ exhibit
Opening Reception 6-8 PM | 7/16/21
Exhibit runs through 8/28/21
10All Music Workshops are
H = Hybrid, some students may
choose to be in-person in the
classroom, while other students
will be in the same class virtually.
Choose is made at registration.
GUITAR
Group guitar workshop is a great way to gain the skills you need for successful performance. Learn chords, strumming patterns, melodic lines,
and popular songs as well as how to play with others in a fun, relaxed setting. Guitar Intro workshop is perfect for our youngest students to
learn the basics of guitar. Students 8 and older move on to Guitar Basics workshop, followed by Guitar I and Guitar II. Students must bring an
acoustic or electric guitar to class. Electric guitarists do not need to bring an amp.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Guitar Intro 5-7 Tuesdays 4:30-5:00PM Jun 8 Reichard $80($72) H
Guitar Intro 5-7 Saturdays 9:45-10:15AM Jun 12 Bishop $80($72) H
Guitar Basics 8+ Tuesdays 5:00-5:30PM Jun 8 Reichard $80($72) H
Guitar Basics 8+ Saturdays 10:30-11:00AM Jun 12 Quigley $80($72) H
Guitar I 8+ Tuesdays 6:00-7:00PM Jun 8 Reichard $140($126) H
Guitar I 8+ Saturdays 11:15-12:15PM Jun 12 Quigley $140($126) H
Guitar II 9+ Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM Jun 8 Reichard $140($126) H
Guitar II 9+ Saturdays 12:30-1:30PM Jun 12 Quigley $140($126) H
Adult Guitar 14+ Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM Jun 8 Reichard $140($126) H
INFANT & TODDLER MUSIC
This fun interactive class is for parents/caregivers and little ones. Each class will include rhythmic activities, stories, finger plays, singing, danc-
ing, and instrument exploration.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Music & Movement 8m-3 Thursdays 10:00-10:45AM Jun 10 Parks $140($126) H
Music & Movement 8m-3 Saturdays 10:00-10:45AM Jun 12 Wasowski $140($126) H
PERCUSSION
Students new to percussion instruments should begin with Drum basics workshop. Students progress in levels learning proper hand tech-
niques, rhythm interpretation, and keeping tempo in multiple time signatures. Students need a drum practice pad and drum sticks which they
should bring to each workshop.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Drum Basics 7-12 Saturdays 11:30-12:00PM Jun 12 Wallace ll $80($72) H
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PIANO
Group piano is an ideal way to try out the piano and build the foundation for continued individual study in piano or other instruments. Students
learn orientation to the keyboard, music reading skills and simple melodies in an age appropriate manner. Head- phones are used to promote
concentration. Students may use BAC headphones or bring their own.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Piano Intro 3-4 Wednesdays 4:00-4:30PM Jun 9 McKinney $80($72) H
Piano Basics 5-6 Wednesdays 4:45-5:15PM Jun 9 McKinney $80($72) H
Piano I 7-17 Wednesdays 5:30-6:00PM Jun 9 McKinney $140($126) H
Piano II 8-17 Wednesdays 6:15-7:15PM Jun 9 Wasowski $140($126) H
STRINGS
BAC string classes begin with fundamentals and progress in levels, adding higher technical skills, introducing mixed meters and scales, and
challenging students to improve sound and dexterity as they learn to play more difficult pieces. Preschool students begin in Pre-Violin. Older
students progress through Violin Intro A and B. Older students begin in Violin, Viola, Cello I and progress through levels one to three with
instructor approval. Students may bring their own instrument or rental is available for $28/month (violin/viola), $35/month (cello) from Paul
Wargaski Violins.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Pre-Violin 3-4 Saturdays 9:15-9:45AM Jun 12 Johnson $80($72) H
Violin Intro A 5-7 Mondays 4:00-4:30PM Jun 7 Johnson $80($72) H
Violin Intro A 5-7 Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM Jun 12 Johnson $80($72) H
Violin Intro B 5-7 Mondays 4:30-5:00PM Jun 7 Johnson $80($72) H
Violin Intro B 5-7 Saturdays 10:45-11:15AM Jun 12 Johnson $80($72) H
Violin, Viola, Cello I 8-17 Saturdays 12:00-1:00PM Jun 12 Johnson $140($126) H
Violin, Viola, Cello II 9-17 Mondays 5:00-6:00PM Jun 7 Johnson $140($126) H
Violin, Viola, Cello II 9-17 Saturdays 1:15-2:15PM Jun 12 Johnson $140($126) H
Violin, Viola, Cello, III 10+ Saturdays 2:30-3:30PM Jun 12 Johnson $140($126) H
Violin, Viola, Cello IV 10+ Mondays 6:45-7:45PM Jun 7 Johnson $140($126) H
Violin, Viola, Cello IV 10+ Saturdays 1:30-2:30PM Jun 12 Johnson $140($126) H
UKULELE
Beginning students will find the ukulele fun and easy to play! With only four strings, the ukulele is the perfect instrument for learning basic
chords and simple strumming patterns. Students will learn valuable solo and ensemble techniques. Students must bring an ukulele to class.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Ukulele Basics 7-17 Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM Jun 12 Bishop $80($72) H
VOICE
Students in Songbirds and BAChoir will learn proper warm-up techniques, basic rhythmic notation, and solo and ensemble vocalization skills.
Music covers a variety of styles. Students should bring a folder and pencil to each class.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Songbirds I 6-12 Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM Jun 12 Wasowski $80($72) H
Songbirds Il 6-12 Saturdays 9:30-10:00AM Jun 12 Wasowski $80($72) H
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Special Workshops 2 week Art Sampler workshops
Join our professional musicians and Teaching Artists Alan Bishop, Matt McKinney, and Scott Reichard in some exciting new workshops.
Young Composers workshop invites students ages 8-13 to bring their instruments to class (singers bring their voice) where new songs will
be composed, Blue Guitar Master Class explores the passionate and sultry world of the Blues. Students bring a guitar to class. How to Play
Surf Guitar will explore the reverb-heavy instrumental sound of southern California in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. Students wanting to
evoke Dick Dale and the Deltones should bring an electric guitar with them to class.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Young Composers Intensive 8-13 Wednesdays 7:30-8:30PM Jun 23 & 30 Matt McKinney $40($36) H
Blues Guitar Master Class 18+ Tuesdays 8:00-9:00PM Jun 22 & 29 Scott Reichard $40($36) H
How to Play Surf Guitar 18+ Thursdays 6:00-8:00PM July 8 & 15 Alan Bishop $40($36) H
Private Lessons
Private Lessons are available in all Woodwind instruments (Soprano, Alto, and Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet,
Piccolo, and Flute), Percussion, String instruments (Guitar, Ukulele, Bass, Cello, Violin, and Viola), Harmonica, and Voice. The
Beverly Arts Center also offers Private Acting and Dance lessons. Private lessons are scheduled through the School of Fine Arts
Manager, Matt McKinney at matt@beverlyartcenter.org.
10-pack of 30-minute lessons in any instrument - $300
10-pack of 60 minute lessons in any instrument - $600
Music Mondays
Returning June 2021
Free Concerts in the BAC courtyard
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Adult
BRIDGE
Join us in our sunny, Atrium on Monday through Wednesday for good conversation with a competitive edge for Bridge Workshop. Players
will refine their game with directed play and discussions. Different subjects will be explored based on the ability and interest of the students.
Beginning and intermediate players will cover the basics and improve their skills while being challenged with different games through directed
play in Intermediate Bridge. In Advanced Bridge more experienced players will continue to refine their game with directed play and instruction.
Classes are for students 18+. All supplies are provided.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Beginner Bridge Adult Tuesdays 6:30-8:30PM Jun 8 Williams $150($135) IP
Beginner/ Intermediate Adult Wednesdays 9:15-11:15AM Jun 9 Williams $150($135) IP
Advanced Bridge Adult Mondays 9:15-11:15AM Jun 7 Williams $150($135) IP
FITNESS for 60+
Tai Chi is a mind and body exercise characterized by slow, round, continuous movements that integrate awareness and breath support. Tai
Chi promotes internal strength and energy through movements based on self-defense and traditional Chinese health principles. This class
focuses on various health aspects including balance, circulation and stress relief. Chair is provided. In this gentle form of yoga, Chair Yoga
revitalizes the mind and body. Postures are performed while either sitting in the chair or standing and using the chair for support. Practicing
yoga regularly has many physical and mental benefits. All levels are welcome. This class is most beneficial for students with limited mobility
who want to increase their range of motion. Chair is provided, but students should also bring a yoga mat.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Tai Chi for 60+ Adult Tuesdays 6:30-8:30PM Jun 8 Ryan $150($135) IP
Tai Chi for 60+ Adult Wednesdays 12:00-1:00PM Jun 9 Ryan $150($135) IP
Chair Yoga for 60+ Adult Thursdays 10:00-11:00AM Jun 10 Braggs $150($135) IP
CHAIR-AOKE FOR 60+
This class is for the young at heart! Come sit and enjoy music and make some friends. Classic songs will be projected on the big screen, while
students sit in chairs, singing like the stars, and dancing their hearts out. Miss the oldies? Sing like you have a gold record in your Golden
Years! All supplies and chair included.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Chair-aoke for 60+ Adult Tuesdays 10:00-11:00AM Jun 8 TBD $150($135) H
60+ CHEER
Miss being in a Pom squad? Enjoy learning simple, joy-filled routines that encourage success? 60+ Cheer will implement gentle stretching,
engaging movement, and routines filled with no-pressure movement putting together a Senior Cheer Squad! All levels and experienced may
join. Teaching Artist will adapt programming and skills taught to the levels of each student in the class. This class is open to all abilities. Stu-
dents may even cheer from chairs if they want.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
60+ CHEER 60+ Wednesdays 10:00-11:00AM Jun 9 TBD $150($135) H
60+ CHEER 60+ Saturdays 3:00-4:00PM Jun 12 TBD $150($135) H
FIGURE DRAWING
This one day in-person workshop will feature a live, nude model who will pose for adult students. The Teaching Artist will guide adult
students in translating the human form from reality to on-paper. Students need to bring drawing paper, drawing pencils, an eraser, a pencil
sharpener, and a tool for shading. Easels will be provided. This workshop is for students ages 18+. Social-distancing practices will be in
affect and masks will be required.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Figure Drawing 18+ Wednesday 6:30-8:30PM Jun 23 Tran $45($40) IP
Figure Drawing 18+ Saturday 3:00-5:00PM Aug 14 Tran $45($40) IP
14All Theatre Workshops are
H = Hybrid, some students may
choose to be in-person in the
classroom, while other students
will be in the same class virtually.
Choose is made at registration.
IP = In Person
THEATRE INTENSIVE
Calling all Theatre Geeks, Drama Divas, and Techies! Join us for the five-day Theatre Intensive of your dreams. Classes in Movement, Dance,
Lighting Design, Voice, Improvisation, Playwriting, Sound Design, Shakespeare, Stage Make-up, Stage Combat and much, much, more!
Theatre Intensive culminates in a showcase live onstage in Baffes Theatre on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 4pm and includes a free ticket to see
Comedy of Errors in the BAC Courtyard. Intensive students should pack a lunch and a drink each day. Parents needing extra time, may take
advantage of Summer Arts Camp’s Pre-Camp from 7:30-8:30AM or After Care from 6:00-8:00PM for an additional fee.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Theatre Intensive 12-18 M-F 8:30-4:00PM June 21 Various $252($227) IP
ACTING
BAC Acting workshops focus on the fundamentals of acting, using the body, voice and mind to create characters, and progress to higher
level skills such as scene study, character development, playwriting, and auditioning. The students use acting games, improv, stories, scenes,
short plays, and monologues to discover the joys of performance. All Acting and Musical Theatre classes will culminate with a performance
for family and friends.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Acting & Musical Theatre I 5-8 Tuesdays 5:00-6:00PM Jun 8 Welser $167($150) H
Acting & Musical Theatre II 9-12 Wednesdays 6:30-7:30PM Jun 9 Cooper $190($171) H
Acting & Musical Theatre III 13-18 Wednesdays 7:30-8:30PM Jun 9 Cooper $190($171) H
Teen Scene Study 13-18 Wednesdays 6:30-7:30PM Jun 9 Meyers $190($171) H
Sword Play 8-12 Wednesadys 5:00-6:00PM Jun 9 Blakely $190($171) IP
Acting for Adults 18+ Sundays 2:00-4:00PM Jun 13 Various $167($150) H
BUBBIE’S CLUB
Looking for something to do with the grandkids? “Bubbie’s Club,” a playdate for grandchildren and a grandparent or grandparents from
2:30pm-4:00pm. Each session will include story-time, a simple craft based on the story, an element of song and dance, and an outside of the
box activity, such as “Bubbie balloon pop jamboree,” “Bubbie kidnapping,” “Bubbie pirate adventure,” “Bubbie Bubble Festival,” and much,
much more. To join “The Bubbie’s Club” simply sign your grandchildren up for the dates you want to attend. Grandparents are free!
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
BC - Outer Space 2-8 Saturdays** 2:30-4:00PM Jun 26 Cooper/Welser $10($9) H
BC - Minecraft 2-8 Saturdays** 2:30-4:00PM Jul 31 Cooper/Welser $10($9) H
BC - Once Upon a Time 2-8 Saturdays** 2:30-4:00PM Aug 28 Cooper/Welser $10($9) H
**This workshop meets the last Saturday of every month.
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Performing Arts Categories
BAC LITTLE STAR: 20-21 Productions: 101 Dalmatians KIDS, Summer 2021. Students ages 4-7 rehearse a 30-minute
performance. This opportunity introduces our youngest performers to being on-stage, playing a character, memorizing simple
song lyrics and telling familiar stories. These productions culminate with a simple performance on the Baffes Theatre stage with
minimal set, props, and costumes.
BAC JUNIOR STAR: Students ages 8-12 rehearse an up to 90-minute show, experiencing the art of theatre on a deeper level.
More advanced theatre techniques are learned while cultivating character-development, performance technique, and vocal
work. These productions culminate in a fully-realized production over multiple dates on the Baffes Theatre stage.
BAC TEEN STUDIO: Students ages 13-22 rehearse a show with themes appropriate for older performers. These include both
straight plays and musicals. Students learn audition techniques, more advanced theatre theories, acting exercises, warm-up
techniques, and push their art to the limit. These productions culminate in a production over multiple dates in the Baffes Theatre
or Studio Theatre.
BAC STAR+: 20-21 Production: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, August 2021. These productions are audition only. Students
and community members will get the opportunity to work with a professional director, choreographer, musical director, and
theatre designer in addition to performing live on-stage in the Baffes Theatre with professional actors.
BACinema
Friday, July 23, 2021 | 7pm
Grease – Sing-a-long!
$8($7)
Ride over to the BAC on your own Greased
Lightning to join us in our Courtyard for an
outdoor showing of the musical Grease. Create
new memories of summer lovin’ as you sing-
a-long to such musical memories as “Beauty
School Drop Out” and “You’re the One that I
Want.
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Coming Soon
BAC STAR + (6-adult)
We are pleased to announce our brand new BAC STAR+ program which invites children and adults in our
community to audition for a production where they will act alongside professional actors playing Belle and the
Beast!
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast | Directed by Morgan Cooper
The classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under
the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into
his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed
for all eternity.
Auditions Friday, May 21, 2021 6-9PM (Teens and Adults) Saturday, May 22, 2020 12-3PM (Children)
Callbacks Sunday, May 23, 2021 • 12-4PM
Rehearsals Mid-June through August 2021
Tuition $180 ($162) (Adults only pay a $40 costume fee.)
TICKETS $12 ($10)
Tentative Performance Dates:
August 27, 2021 at 7PM
August 28, 2021 at 2PM and 7PM
August 29, 2021 at 2PM
BAC LITTLE STARS (4-7 year olds)
101 Dalmatians KIDS
Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to
raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the
puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring rescue of the puppies from Cruella
and her bumbling henchmen.
Book by Marcy Heisler
Music and Lyrics by Mel Leven, Randy Rogel, Richard Gibbs, Brian Smith, Dan Root, and Martin Lee Fuller
Director Maria Wesler
Rehearsals - Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00PM (Begins June 12)
Dress Rehearsal - Friday, August 6, 2021 5:00-6:00PM
Tuition $150($135)
Performances
Saturday, August 7, 2021 11:00AM
Sunday, August 8, 2021 1:00PM
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Professional Theatre Season 2021
Comedy of Errors
Written by William Shakespeare | Directed by Carly Bishop
One of Shakespeare’s hysterical comedies! Egeon travels to
Ephesus with his son Antipholus and servant, Dromio. An-
tipholus learns that he has a twin brother, separated from him at
birth and assumed lost at sea during a shipwreck in his infant-
hood. The other set of twins, also named Antipholus and Drom-
io, live in Ephesus, and the new arrivals cause a series of hilari-
ous incidents of mistaken identity.
Courtyard
(Baffes Theatre in case of inclement weather)
June 18, 19, 25, 26 | 7:30PM
June 20 & 27 | 3PM
Tickets $24($22)
Children 10-17 $12($10)
Upcoming
NEW PLAYWRIGHT FESTIVAL TORCH SONG PLAY
Calling on all playwrights! In this new program, unpublished Written by Harvey Fierstein
playwrights from all over the country may enter for the chance Directed by Robert Gretta
to receive a staged reading of their new full-length plays. An The life of Arnold Beckoff, a torch song-singing, Jewish drag
entrance fee of $15 per submission will help to support the queen living in New York City, is dramatized over the span of
cost of the program. A jury of theatre professionals will read the late 1970s and 1980s through Stonewall, the AIDS crisis,
all of the submissions. The top seven submissions will receive and other ground-breaking milestones for the LGBTQIA com-
a staged reading in the Studio Theatre or BAC Courtyard July munity. Told with a likable, human voice, Torch Song follows
26 - August 1, 2021. Playwrights must be 18 years or older. Arnold’s odyssey to find happiness in New York. All he wants
Submissions will be accepted April 26, 2021-May 9, 2021. is a husband, a child, and a pair of bunny slippers that fit, but
The list of seven plays accepted will appear on the BAC web- a visit from his overbearing mother reminds him that he needs
site on May 17, 2021. Audience members and selected jurors one thing more: respect.
will vote on their favorite play from the readings. The play with Wilcanic Studio Theatre
the most votes will be given a fully-mounted production slot in August 13 & 14, 2021 at 7:30PM
the 2021-2022 Professional Theatre Series at the BAC! August 14 & 15, 2021 at 3PM
Wilcanic Studio Theatre or BAC Courtyard Tickets: $24(22)
July 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 2021 at 7PM
August 1, 2021 at 3PM
Tickets $8 per staged reading
18All Visual Arts Workshops are
H = Hybrid, some students may
choose to be in-person in the
classroom, while other students
will be in the same class virtually.
Choose is made at registration.
IP = In Person
WORKSHOPS FOR KID ARTISTS
In Art for Kids, children explore different art mediums such as drawing, painting, and working with clay. Please dress for mess! Drawing and
Illustration for Kids focuses on telling a story through pencil, colored pencils, and markers. Think of this workshop as an introduction to comic
book design or teaching children to reinvent their favorite stories through illustration. Ceramics for Kids gives interested children a focused
introduction to ceramics. Everything from sculptural to functional pieces will be made and in a variety of techniques.
In-person supplies provided for ceramics. For all other workshops, a supply list will be provided.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Art for Kids 4-7 Saturdays 10:45-11:30AM Jun 12 Huddleston $140($126) H
Ceramics for Kids 4-7 Thursdays 4:00-4:45PM Jun 10 Pappalardo $140($126) IP
Drawing & Illustration 4-7 Saturdays 11:45-12:30PM Jun 12 Huddleston $140($126) H
WORKSHOPS FOR TWEEN ARTISTS
In Drawing & Illustration, students begin to grow skills in drawing and illustration while working with a professional Teaching Artist. Art for
Tweens is a sampler class with a myriad of projects that can allow a creative Tween the opportunity to experiment. A great primer for future
Fine Arts practice, Ceramics & Glass Fusing will engage students using raw clay and basic ceramics tools. Projects focus on the process of
creating and will cover all the basics. Supplies provided for in-person ceramics/glass fusing. For all other workshops, a supply list will
be provided.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Tween Drawing & Illustration 8-12 Sundays 2:00-3:00PM Jun 13 Anderson $140($126) H
Art for Tweens 8-12 Saturdays 1:00-2:00PM Jun 12 Huddleston $140($126) H
Ceramics & Glass Fusing 8-12 Thursdays 5:30-7:00PM Jun 10 Multiple $140($126) IP
WORKSHOPS FOR TEEN ARTISTS
Drawing & Illustration is where it all starts. Teen artists get serious with foundations level skills and techniques of an advanced draftsman.
Teens of all experience levels are invited to join in Ceramics & Glass Fusing, having fun creating fabulous and functional pieces of art! Stu-
dents will cover the basics through advanced throwing techniques to create a variety of projects. Leave class with pieces you can be proud
of! Mixed Media for Teens takes a deep dive into the unconventional while still mastering conventional techniques. Use your creative eye to
combine different media to create wonderful works of art
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Teen Drawing & Illustration 13-18 Sundays 3:00-4:30PM Jun 13 Anderson $176($158) H
Teen Drawing & Illustration 13-18 Tuesdays 5:00-6:30PM Jun 8 Tran $176($158) H
Ceramics & Glass Fusing 13-18 Thursdays 5:00-6:30PM Jun 10 Pappalardo $176($158) IP
Mixed Media for Teens 13-18 Saturdays 2:00-3:00PM Jun 12 Huddleston $150($135) H
Comic Book & Storyboard 13-18 Tuesdays 6:45-8:15PM Jun 8 Tran $176($158) H
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WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS
These five-week sessions, help the busy adult fit a little art and relaxation into their weekly schedules! Adults interested in painting, try Land-
scape Acrylic Painting and Watercolor workshops offered both in-person and online only. Those new to ceramics or familiar, join us in the
Ceramics studio where work happens on the potter’s wheel or table, using hand building techniques to create diverse works of art in Ceramics
or Advanced Ceramics workshops. In Glass Fusing Workshop, learn to score, cut and arrange glass while the kiln does the rest. Using full
color and tack fusing, create window art, jewelry, bowls, platters or anything you can imagine.
For Ceramics and Glass-fusing, supplies will be provided. Students may purchase additional, specialty supplies for Glass-fusing if they
desire. For all other workshops, a supply list will be provided.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Ceramics for Adults 18+ Thursdays 6:45-8:45PM Jun 10 Pappalardo $90($81) IP
Ceramics for Adults 18+ Thursdays 6:45-8:45PM Jul 15 Pappalardo $90($81) IP
Advanced Ceramics 18+ Tuesdays 7:00-9:00PM Jun 8 Pappalardo $90($81) IP
Advanced Ceramics 18+ Tuesdays 7:00-9:00PM Jul 13 Pappalardo $90($81) IP
Glass-fusing for Adults 18+ Wednesdays 6:30-8:30PM Jun 9 Huddleston $90($81) IP
Glass-fusing for Adults 18+ Wednesdays 6:30-8:30PM Jul 14 Huddleston $90($81) IP
Advanced Glass-fusing 18+ Sundays 2:00-4:00PM Jun 13 Huddleston $90($81) IP
Advanced Glass-fusing 18+ Sundays 2:00-4:00PM Jul 25 Huddleston $90($81) IP
Landscape Acrylic Painting 18+ Thursdays 7:00-9:00PM Jun 10 Jones-Etu $90($81) H
Watercolor 18+ Thursdays 7:00-9:00PM Jul 15 Jones-Etu $90($81) H
One Day Workshops
FIGURE DRAWING
This one day in-person workshop will feature a live, nude model who will pose for adult students. The Teaching Artist will guide adult
students in translating the human form from reality to on-paper. Students need to bring drawing paper, drawing pencils, an eraser, a pencil
sharpener, and a tool for shading. Easels will be provided. This workshop is for students ages 18+. Social-distancing practices will be in
affect and masks will be required.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Figure Drawing 18+ Wednesday 6:30-8:30PM Jun 23 Tran $45($40) IP
Figure Drawing 18+ Saturday 3:00-5:00PM Aug 14 Tran $45($40) IP
ONE DAY WORKSHOPS
Learn the art of ink, brush, and rice paper in Rong Liang’s two-day Chinese Calligraphy Workshop. Or create a piece of wearable jewelry in
Teaching Artist, Tia Jones-Etu’s Jewelry-making Workshop. Students learning painting techniques from a professional Teaching Artist while
creating their own masterpiece in a single night.
CLASS AGE DAY TIME START INSTRUCTOR PRICE FORMAT
Chinese Calligraphy 18+ Saturday 3:00-5:00PM Jun 19 & 26 Liang $50($45) H
Jewelry-making 18+ Saturday 6:00-8:00PM Jul 17 Jones-Etu $45($40) H
Live model Figure Drawing 18+ Saturday 6:00-8:00PM Aug 28 Tran $45($40) IP
Thanks to the generous
support of our art sponsor
20Scholarships
The Beverly Arts Center is pleased to announce a new Scholarship Program for the School of Fine Arts. Families
may now apply for a partial scholarship to cover up to 50% of tuition for their School of the Fine Arts workshops and
camps. There are three levels of scholarship.
Eligibility for each tier is based on gross family income and family size. No further discounts may be applied once a
scholarship has been received, including Early Bird Pricing and Multiple Child Discount. No more than three schol-
arship students per any workshop per session, except for Camp. Camp Scholarships are unlimited.
Scholarship applications may be found on the School of Fine Arts page on the BAC website at www.beverlyartcenter.org or
by requesting an application from Carly Bishop, Artistic Director, at carly@beverlyartcenter.org.
Outreach If you are interested in booking an Outreach program,
contact Jennifer Marschand at jennifer@beverlyartcenter.org
What type of programming is offered? Can we choose multiple disciplines for our programming?
The Beverly Arts Center offers arts-enrichment programming Yes. If you would like Dance, Music, and Theatre at your school
in Theatre, Visual Arts, Music, Dance, and Film. on different days of the week, this is possible. The costs shown
in charts are per Teaching Artist.
Who can be an Outreach partner?
The Beverly Arts Center offers arts-enrichment programming Who are your Teaching Artists?
to CPS private, public, and charter schools, suburban pri-
Our Teaching Artists are working, professional artists in the
vate and public schools, libraries, senior centers, alternative
Chicago-land area. They bring current access and knowledge
education centers, home school programs, and community
organizations. We even offer programming for special events of their field at the professional level to the classroom.
for private citizens such as weddings, baby showers, birthday
parties, parent/child programs, and more. Have your Teaching Artists been finger-printed?
Yes. All of our Teaching Artists go through finger-printing,
How long is programming? background checks, and Mandated Reporter training on a
Programming can range from one day for one hour up to five YEARLY basis.
days per week for an entire school year. The BAC also offers
In-School Summer programming. Can we bring our students to the Beverly Arts Center?
Yes, the Beverly Arts Center Outreach program also offers field
What is the Cost of programming? trips to the BAC for 10-400 students at a time. Programming
The average cost of programming is $70 per hour plus one can include a rotation of arts workshops, a professional chil-
hour of prep per day at $35. This does not include the cost of dren’s theatre show, and/or a career panel where students get
supplies which vary from program to program. The intention
to ask professional artists questions regarding training and
of the BAC Outreach program is that all schools will have ac-
cess to arts-enrichment programming regardless of budget, higher education.
so prices are negotiable.
Is the Beverly Arts Center a CPS Vendor?
We will work with any budget Our CPS Vendor Number is 30370.
When can programming take place? What types of paymentsare acceptable?
Programming can take place Before School, In-School, and CPS schools typically pay with purchase orders, but checks
After-School, or for evening or weekend special events. Pro- are also acceptable. For community organizations and private
gramming is also offered outside of the school year on Winter, citizens, we can also accept major credit cards.
Spring, and Summer Breaks. The BAC also offers field trips.
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BUILDING
HOURS
Mon-Thurs: 9-9
Fri: 9-6
Sat: 8:30-5
Sun: 2-5
Hours subject to change
Registration Tuition and Refunds
There are two ways to register -- Call us at 773.445.3838, or go online CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
to beverlyartcenter.org. The BAC encourages advance registrations. A Full tuition is refunded only for classes or workshops canceled by the
class that does not meet minimum registration requirements 24 hours BAC. Students who wish to drop a workshop after registering but
before the first class may be cancelled. While we do accept sign-ups before the first date of the workshop will be charged a fee of $25.00.
the day classes begin, patrons should be aware that registration may be No refunds will be offered once a workshop has begun even if the student
denied if the class is full or has been cancelled due to low enrollment. is absent for the first day of class. No make-up class will be offered if a
student misses a class.
Payment Plans
The BAC offers a payment plan to students spending $250 or more in Registration deadline is June 1, 2021. Any patron wishing to register
a session. Students pay 50% down upon registration. The remaining after that date, will be required to pay a $15 late registration fee.
balance must be paid by week five of the session (no later than July
5, 2021). Payment plans must be made in person at the front desk. During these unprecedented times, no refunds will be given if the classes
Payments may be made by cash, check, or credit/debit card. Full move to a virtual platform. If the patron no longer wishes to participate,
payment may be made at anytime prior to the fifth week. Payment patrons will receive a class credit for a future session to be used within
plans require a signed credit card authorization form. one year’s time. Registration ends the second full week of class. Classes
If the student drops the class at any time during the session, charges may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met. For classes paid for
will still apply. Membership discounts and sale prices apply. via Invoice, Customer acknowledges that remaining payments must be
made according to the set payment plan. Full balance must be paid off by
due date given. If payment is not paid in full on given due date, patrons
Multiple Child Discount will not be able to participate in any future registration. Registration fees
The BAC offers a Sibling Discount of 5% off the member or non-member will not be prorated for classes missed during the session, nor will they be
tuition price for the second sibling in the same workshop or camp. All sib- applied to another session. Not attending a class does NOT constitute an
lings following the second sibling receive 10 % tuition for the same work- official withdraw from a course or cancellation of tuition or fees.
shop or camp. No sibling discounts will be applied to private lessons.
LIVE EVENTS
Photography Release No refunds or exchanges will be honored once the tickets have been
purchased. Should the Beverly Arts Center postpone an event, the
By registering for a class, the customer grants the Beverly Arts Center
original tickets will be honored for the new date. Should the Beverly Arts
permission to photograph or video their child’s participation in the Beverly
Center cancel an event, a full refund will be given, minus services fees.
Arts Center’s education programs. The customer also grants the BAC
permission to use their or their child’s likeness in a promotional capacity
including but, not limited to print materials, web site, online or out of
home media, and other mediums now or later developed; as well as
permission to share photography and video including their or their child’s
likeness for use by media publication and institutions that fund the BAC’s
operations and programs.
The Beverly Arts Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disabil-
ity, gender and expression, sexual orientation, or gender identity in any activities made available to students
in the School of Fine Arts.
22Upcoming Events at the BAC
Comedy of Errors New Playwright’s Festival
June 18, 19, 25, 26 | 7:30PM July 12-18, 2021
June 20 & 27 | 3PM
Beauty & The Beast
Tentative performance dates
Torch Song August 27, 2021 | 7PM
August 20, 21, 27, and 28, 2021 | 7:30PM
August 28 | 2PM & 7PM
August 22 & 29, 2021 | 2:30PM August 29 | 2PM
Music Mondays
Beginning June 7, 2021 | 7-9PM
BAC Art Talk
Check out BAC Art Talk, a bi-weekly podcast shared through Sound Cloud. Enjoy inter-
views with professional Dancers, Actors, Musicians, Directors, and Visual Artists navigating
in the Arts World and keep up-to-date on happenings at the BAC.
4.13.21 - 13*
This program is partially supported by a
grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
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