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Welcome to ArtsXtreme Summer Workshop!
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| To register for the following programs, simply go to the Registration tab, and follow the instructions |
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| Morning Program for rising grades 2nd - 8th will be placed in age appropriate classes of Dance/Drama, Art, and music. Rising grades 9th - 12th will choose three of the following: Clay/pencil, So You Want to Be a Rock Star, Acting Out, Modern Dance. |
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Afternoon Program for rising grades 5th - 12th choose one of the following: StreetJazz, The Art of Audio Engineering, Landscape Painting, Pottery/wheel, Play Production for 6th - 8th graders, Play Production for 9th - 12th graders, Wanna Make Some Bling? Jewelry Making!,
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| Full Day Program * best deal * is available for 5th to 12th graders, and includes lunch in Dalton Dining Hall. |
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| See below for class descriptions. |
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| MORNING PROGRAM CLASSES |
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"Move and Grove"
Morning Program Dance/Drama for 2nd/3rd graders
We will explore drama and movement using exciting children's books. The campers will learn about drama through pantomime, role play and theatre games. Creative movement will be explored through each camper creating an everyday movement phrase. Campers will create their own dances with partners and in groups. Their creations in drama and movement will be shared on the last day of camp. This workshop will help build confidence and self esteem in a comfortable environment. Taught by Lola Davis-Jones, dancer, director, teaching artist . |
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"Make My Day.....Celebrate!"
Morning Program Dance/Drama for 4th/5th graders
We'll create our own celebration using the children's book "I'm In Charge of Celebrations" as a springboard. Campers will create individual characters through pantomime and improvisation. They'll combine their characters into scenes. We'll create movement for the scenes together. These celebrations will be shared on the last day of camp. This workshop will help with team building skills. Taught by Lola Davis-Jones, dancer, director, teaching artist. |
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"The World According to Me"
Morning Program Dance/Drama for 6th to 8th graders
Create your own urban folktale based on your life! We will explore drama and movement using improvisation, theatre games, and pantomime. Scenes will be created based on your thoughts, hopes and dreams. These Modern Day Folktales will be shared on the last day of camp. Taught by Lola Davis-Jones, dancer, director, teaching artist. |
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"What Will I Make Today?"
Morning Program Art for 2nd /3rd grade, 4th /5th grade, 6th to 8th grade
For three mornings a week, campers will work with artist Jennifer Collins doing various two dimensional pieces using a variety of mediums and materials. Two days a week will be with potter Chris Lively working with clay making masks and whatever and wherever their imagination takes them-which could even include something useful! Taught by painter Jennifer Collins and potter Chris Lively. |
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"The Rhythm of Life"
Morning Program Music for 2nd /3rd grade
This workshop gets right to the heart of music by focusing on rhythm, the foundation of music. We will learn to actively listen for the rhythms that surround us everyday, exploring and enhancing our world musically. Through fun games and exercises we will recreate these natural sounds using our bodies, our imaginations, instruments, and found objects. Musical concepts addressed in addition to rhythm will include tempo and volume. We'll enhance our communication skills and ignite our imaginations while exploring the world around us musically! Taught by musician Jillian Sessoms.
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"Celebrate Me through Song"
Morning Program Music for 4th/5th grade
How does music change from culture to culture? This workshop will explore music and instruments from around the world, focusing on songs of celebrations. We will discover how music defines people around the world. We'll sing and dance to a wide variety of musical styles and learn to play a variety of musical instruments. Exposure to how other cultures celebrate through music will encourage empathy for others, and openness to diversity. As an ensemble we will collaborate with our imaginations to create our own songs of celebration. Taught by musician Jillian Sessoms.
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"Hear Me"
Morning Program Music for 6th-8th grade
"I don't want to work, I want to bang on the drum all day!" Todd Rundgren sang it, and we're going to do it. This workshop will introduce the camper to the world of drumming. Through drumming we will explore non-verbal communication, thus forging the foundation for ensemble within a safe and trusting environment. If you sing, or play an instrument, we'll use it! If you don't sing or play an instrument, we'll use you! No musical experience is necessary, but if you have it, we'll work with it. We will explore the notion that music can be a powerful tool for our life's transitions. We will examine song structure, and compose our own songs which will express musically and lyrically who we are. Taught by musician Jillian Sessoms. |
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"Clay and Pencils"
Morning Program Art for 9th to 12th grade
Three days a week will be with potter Chris Lively using clay and your imagination to build sculptural pieces from something that we find inspiring or fun. Two days a week will be with artist Jennifer Collins working on drawing techniques. Explore how the two mediums can enhance each other. Taught by potter Chris Lively and artist Jennifer Collins. |
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"Intro to Modern Dance" "Intro to Modern Dance"
Morning Program Dance for 9 th to 12 th graders
This class is an introduction into the genre of Modern Dance. Students do not need to have had any previous experience, but if you do, that's okay! We'll throw you some challenges. Modern Dance can be thought of as a type of free dance that is much looser and less rigged than ballet. Isadora Duncan, the "mother" of modern dance, developed a philosophy based on natural and spiritual concepts and advocated the acceptance of pure dance-that which comes from within one's spirit- as a high art. Students will get the experience of learning the basic movements and techniques. Modern is a form of dance that is artistic, expressionist and lots of fun! No special clothing is required except that which allows you to move. The best part is we do it in bare feet! Taught by Leah Ann Cronin, a member of Contemporary Dance Ensemble.
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"So You Wanna Be a Rock Star!"
Morning Program Music for 9 th to 12 th grade
Building a band and songwriting. Do you sing, play guitar, drums, piano, or any other instrument? Have you wondered how you put a band together and then what you do with it afterwards? Have you wanted to write songs, or do something with those poems or lyrics that have been pouring out of your head? Maybe you just want someone to challenge you musically? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this workshop is for you. This class welcomes any skill level. Let's get together and make some music! Taught by singer/songwriter Jon Piro, who has over 20 years experience putting together bands, being in bands, promoting, recording, as well as being a notable songwriter.
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"Acting Out!"
Morning Program Drama for 9th to 12th grade
This workshop will touch on improvisation skills and acting basics within partnered scene work. Improvisation has become increasingly popular with the show Whose Line is it Anyway , and with Second City Theatre, and Improv Olympics. It's the art of "flying by the seat of your pants", demands and challenges your spontaneity while increasing your basic acting skills. Taught by Lucinda McDermott Piro, artistic director, actor and playwright.
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AFTERNOON PROGRAM CLASSES
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"Play Production"
Afternoon Program Drama for 5th - 8th grade
In this intensive workshop, where we will create a play of based on the story of The People of Colors , an exploration into diversity, acceptance, and balance . This is an ensemble piece which means everyone will be part of the production. All production elements including costume, scenery, props-not to mention scenes and characters-will be of our own making. The People of Colors is a challenge to all to make the world a better place, and a challenge for us to create fun yet meaningful theatre. Facilitated and directed by Lola Davis-Jones, dancer, director, teaching artist. |
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"Play Production"
Afternoon Program Drama for 9th to 12th grade
In this workshop we will use a wild, fun, and crazy script to develop our ensemble skills while working towards a production. Several scripts are currently under consideration and will be chosen for their ability to include everyone. All skill levels welcome, lots of commitment required! Ready to make some theatre? Taught by Lucinda McDermott Piro, artistic director, actor and playwright
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"Landscape Painting"
Afternoon Program Art for 5th - 12th grade
An intensive workshop for the young artist who wants to focus on painting landscapes. Using acrylics and special brushes, this class will be held outdoors on the beautiful RU campus. This workshop, taught by a working artist, will open the curtain on a brilliant world right in our own back yard. Let's paint! Taught by painter Jennifer Collins, owner of The Gallery
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"StreetJazz"
Afternoon Program Dance for 5 th to 12th grade
This workshop is a great cardiovascular workout through jazz dance with a funky hip-hop flava. It combines jazz technique with popular street/hip-hop dances. The class will be broken into the following components: cardio, stretching, floorwork, and a short combination all of which is accompanied by current hip-hop/pop/R&B music. Suggested attire is loose fitting, comfortable clothing and sturdy gym shoes (or jazz sneakers) Taught by Shauntrece Hardrict, Artistic Director of the former FUSiON Dance Organization
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"Pottery-wheel thrown"
Afternoon Program Art for 5 th to 12 th grade
This class will introduce the young artist to the art of wheel thrown pots. Basic techniques and forms will be introduced. How to prep the clay, wedging, and the ultimate joy of feeling a pot grow underneath your fingers from the wheel! Be prepared to get down and dirty with some clay! Taught by Chris Lively, MFA candidate, and winner of the Dodson 3D award of Excellence
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"The Art of Audio Engineering"
Afternoon Program Music for 5th to 12th grade
Ever dream about working in a recording studio? Maybe you want to be able to engineer your own demos or CDs, or just see how it's done. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of sound recording. Learn how to record individual or multiple vocals and instruments digitally. You'll get to experience mixing and become your own producer! Taught by Jonathan Piro, sound designer.
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Wanna Make Some Bling? Jewelry Making! **JUST ADDED!**
Afternoon Program Art for 5th to 12th grade
Campers will learn how to do different jeweling techniques, such as sawing, piercing, filing, roll printing and stamping. Create rings, bracelets, and pendants out of copper and silver from your own unique design. Taught by jeweler Alison Pack, Assistant Professor of Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design at Radford Univ.
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MORNING PROGRAM:
For rising 2nd to 12th graders
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Dance/drama
(2nd - 8th grade) |
| Music ( 2nd to 8th grade) |
| What Will I Make Today? (Art 2nd to 8th grade) |
| So You Wanna Be a Rock Star (Music 9th to 12th grade) |
| Acting Out! (Drama 9th to 12th grade) |
| Intro to Modern Dance (Dance 9th to 12th grade) |
| Clay and Pencil (Art 9th to 12th grade) |
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AFTERNOON PROGRAM:
For rising 5th to 12th graders
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| Street Jazz (Contemporary Dance ) |
| Jewelry Making *new* |
| Play production for 5th - 8th |
| Play production for 9th - 12th |
| Audio engineering |
| Landscape Painting |
| Pottery (wheel) |
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Full Day Program
for 5th - 12th graders, the BEST deal, includes both Morning and Afternoon Programs, and lunch
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