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Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn: Partnership in Jazz | Music History Lecture/Performance with Michael Tracy
In the 1920s out of segregated Washington DC, a self-taught Afro-American pianist, composer and band leader, Edward Kennedy Ellington, embarked on a career that would last into the 1970s. By the late 1920s Duke Ellington was performing in Manhattan’s Cotton Club, by the 1930s playing to sold out crowds in Paris, London, and cities throughout the US. In 1938 Ellington met a 23 year old, gay Afro-American musical prodigy, Billy Strayhorn. For the next 30 years Ellington and Strayhorn formed Jazz’s…
Find out more »Spring Term-Advanced Ballet Master Class with Leah Terada from PNB
Advanced Ballet Master Class with Leah Terada from PNB
2nd session: 6:30-8:30pm
6/8, 6/10, 6/15, 6/17
Tuition: $160 In Person | $120 Zoom Only
Location: Blue Heron (zoom option)
Bruce Phares’ Reunion Quartet: An evening of stellar jazz
Over 40 years in the making, four of Seattle's finest will come together at the Kay White Hall to reunite for an evening of stellar jazz. The Reunion Quartet is comprised of John Stowell on guitar, Jay Thomas on sax and trumpet/flugelhorn, John Bishop on drums (all three Earshot Jazz Hall Of Famers), brought together by bassist Bruce Phares, celebrating over 40 years of history. Bruce Phares, Jay Thomas, John Stowell at The 1984 Bellevue Jazz Festival - PHOTO RICHARD…
Find out more »Clay Camp: Get Centered
Get Centered Clay Camp
Ages: 11-17
Mon-Fri, June 28-July 2 | 10 am-12:30 pm
Tuition: $225
Instructor: Liz Lewis
Location: Liz Lewis Studio, 12741 SW Cemetery Rd.
Learn and practice wheel throwing. Year of the Ox sculptures. Fire up the raku kiln for smokey surprises!
Find out more »Young Songwriter Camp
Young Songwriter Camp
Ages: 7-12
Mon-Thurs, June 28-July 1 | 10 am-3 pm
Tuition: $255
Instructor: Havilah Rand
Location: Heron Meadow and Blue Heron
Fire up your creativity to write and record songs! Find inspiration for songs and lyrics through theatre games, word and picture collaging, listening sessions, journaling and outdoor adventures. As your songs take shape, record them using a basic recording unit and high-quality microphones. Camp culminates with a full-length CD and CD release celebration.
Find out more »Clay Camp: At the Beach
At the Beach on Vashon Clay Camp
Ages: 6-10
Mon-Fri, June 28-July 2 | 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $275
Instructor: Laurie Thorpe
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Imagine your favorite Vashon beaches and create sea stars, fish, sea-life plates and a Point Robinson Lighthouse! Have fun while learning clay techniques, including coil, slab, slump mold and hand-building.
SUMMER TERM-Beginner Tap
SUMMER TERM-Beginner Tap
Ages: 7-11
Mondays, 3-4 pm
Session 1: June 28-July 26 (skip July 5) | $65
Session 2: Aug 2-23 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Instructor: Joy Ghigleri
Location: Downstairs Studio
Entry level class to begin developing the fundamentals and techniques for traditional tap dance. Students will be shuffling and paradiddling by the end of summer. Class will end with a small presentation on the outdoor stage.
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-Intermediate Modern
SUMMER TERM-Intermediate Modern
Levels: 3 & 4
Mondays, 3-4 pm
Session 1: June 28-July 26 (skip July 5) | $65
Session 2: Aug 2-23 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Instructor: Vanesa Wiley
Location: Upstairs Studio
SUMMER TERM-Intermediate Tap
SUMMER TERM-Intermediate Tap
Levels: 3 & 4
Mondays, 4-5 pm
Session 1: June 28-July 26 (skip July 5) | $65
Session 2: Aug 2-23 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Instructor: Joy Ghigleri
Location: Downstairs Studio
Concentrating on building technique and fundamentals of tap. Students will continue work on time-steps, wings, pullbacks, and more as they dive deeper into rhythm work and stage presence. This class ends with a presentation for parents on outdoor stage.
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-Advanced Jazz
SUMMER TERM-Advanced Jazz
Levels: 5-7
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm
Session 1: June 28-July 26 (skip July 5) | $65
Session 2: Aug 2-23 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Instructor: Vanesa Wiley
Location: Upstairs Studio
SUMMER TERM-Advanced Modern
SUMMER TERM-Advanced Modern
Levels: 5-7
Mondays, 6:30-8 pm
Session 1: June 28-July 26 (skip July 5) | $95
Session 2: Aug 2-23 | $95
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $180
Instructor: Vanesa Wiley
Location: Upstairs Studio
Crazy About Photography
Crazy About Photography
Ages: 8-12
Mon-Fri, July 5-9
Mon | 10 am - noon (in person), 1-3 pm (via Zoom)
Tues-Thurs | 10 am-2 pm
Fri | 10 am-3 pm
Tuition: $290 (includes $40 fee for materials and zoo admission)
Instructor: Ray Pfortner
Location: Beach walks - Point Robinson to Tramp Harbor; North End Ferry to Fern Cove; and Point Defiance Zoo/Aquarium.
Love photography? Want to take better photographs and get more out of your camera? Then this photo camp is for you. Shoot photographs in various Vashon locations, get feedback on your photos and create beeswax photo transfers. Explore camera handling, camera settings and the principles of strong composition. Camp includes extensive handouts, including using Flickr.com, camera settings and composition, photography resources and making beeswax photo transfers, so you can continue learning all summer long. For any skill level using any digital camera, smart phone to mirrorless.
Find out more »Clay Camp: In the Summer Garden
In the Summer Garden Clay Camp
Ages: 6-10
Mon-Fri, July 5-9 | 10:30- am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $275
Instructor: Laurie Thorpe
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Take an imaginative garden stroll and create flower pots, berry bowls, wind chimes, fruit trees and silly slugs. Have fun while learning clay techniques, including coil, slab, slump mold and hand-building.
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-4 Day Dance Sampler
SUMMER TERM-4 Day Dance Sampler
Tues-Fri, July 6-9
Ages: 5-8 | 10:30am -12:30pm
Ages: 9-13 | 1-3pm
Tuition: $120 each
Instructors: Vadne White, Duncan Barlow, Joy Ghigleri, Tiffany Adams,
Location: Upstairs Studio
Exploration of dance genres for the beginner dancer or student looking to try other styles. Try a different dance style each day: ballet, modern, tap, hip hop.
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-Ballet 3
SUMMER TERM-Ballet 3
Ages: 9-11
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Tuesdays, 4-5 pm
Session 1: July 6-27 | $65
Session 2: Aug 3-24 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Thursdays, 1-2pm
Session 1: July 8-29 | $65
Session 2: Aug 5-26 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
SUMMER TERM- Ballet 4: Pre-Pointe/Beginning Pointe
SUMMER TERM- Ballet 4: Pre-Pointe/Beginning Pointe
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Tuesdays, 5-6 pm
Session 1: July 6-27 | $65
Session 2: Aug 3-24 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Thursdays, 10-11 am
Session 1: July 8-29 | $65
Session 2: Aug 5-26 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
SUMMER TERM-Ballet 5-7
SUMMER TERM-Ballet 5-7
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm
Session 1: July 6-27 | $95
Session 2: Aug 3-24 | $95
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $180
Thursdays, 11 am-12:30 pm
Session 1: July 8-29 | $95
Session 2: Aug 5-26 | $95
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $180
SUMMER TERM- Ballet Variations
SUMMER TERM- Ballet Variations
Levels: 4-7 (Pointe)
Fridays, 10-11:30am
Session 1: July 9-30 | $95
Session 2: Aug 6-27 | $95
Full Summer Session (8 classes) | $180
Instructor: Duncan Barlow
Location: Upstairs Studio
Rehearsal-style class for exposure to ballets commonly found in the repertory of a professional ballet company. Dancers will rehearse both corps and soloist roles from the classical and neoclassical ballet canon. Pointe shoes are highly encouraged if applicable
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-Hip Hop 1-3
SUMMER TERM-Hip Hop 1-3
Instructor: Tiffany Adams
Location: Downstairs Studio
Level 1
Ages: 5-7
Fridays, 1-2 pm
Session 1: July 9-30 | $65
Session 2: Aug 6-27 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Level 2
Ages: 8-12
Fridays, 2-3 pm
Session 1: July 9-30 | $65
Session 2: Aug 6-27 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Level 3
Ages: 13-Adult
Fridays, 3-4 pm
Session 1: July 9-30 | $65
Session 2: Aug 6-27 | $65
Full Summer session (8 classes) | $120
Pandemic Pandemonium Puppet Performance
Pandemic Pandemonium Puppet Performance
Ages: 8-13
Mon-Fri, July 12-16 | 10 am-2 pm
Tuition: $260
Instructor: Adam Ende
Location: Heron Meadow
Join puppeteer Adam Ende on a journey of creation and become part of a tight knit puppet troupe working collaboratively to make a puppet show from start to finish. The process will focus on brainstorming and writing, sculpting, building and construction, upcycling “trash” materials, playing with the puppets, rehearsing and finally performing. Our theme for this camp is the pandemic, a chance for puppeteers to share thoughts, experiences, struggles and hopes in regard to this worldwide historical event. Camp will end with a performance for friends and family on Friday.
Find out more »Clay Camp: Wonders of the Sky
Wonders of the Sky Clay Camp
Ages: 5-8
Mon-Fri, July 12-16 | 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $275
Instructor: Laurie Thorpe
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Join us for a celestial journey and create a mobile of stars/suns/moons, rocket ship, plate with celestial texture stamps and a sun/moon face. Have fun while learning clay techniques including coil, slab, slump mold and hand-building.
SUMMER TERM-Choreography Series: Short Project
SUMMER TERM-Choreography Series: Short Projects 2199
Ages: 13+
Weds/Thurs, July 14, 15, 21, 22 | 5:30-7:30pm
Tuition: $120
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Upstairs Studio
Dive into short choreography projects and experiments, focusing on building a toolbox of choreographic techniques. Students will try their hand at specific, isolated choreographic elements in a series of short assignments. Class will include group discussion and video examples of the elements in professional work, aimed at helping each individual to find their choreographic voice and interests within the commonly used tools/elements of choreography. This is a no stress, try anything kind of class! Excellent for advanced and high-intermediate level students of any dance form.
Find out more »Vashon Drama Dock Presents ‘ART’
Vashon Drama Dock Presents ART by Yasmina Reza, Translation by Christopher Hampton Directed by Lisa Peretti Featuring Vashon actors: Steve Jones, Jon Kuzma, William Epstein Winner of the 1998 Tony Award for Best Play. Winner of the 1996 Olivier Award for Best Comedy. “…wildly funny, naughtily provocative…” —NY Post. “That such a simple plot can throw up such profound and meaty ideas about the rules that dictate art and friendship is a real treat. Reza and Hampton have an acute…
Find out more »Wild Wonder Nature Camp
Wild Wonder Nature Camp: Collaboration with VCA and Vashon Nature Center
Ages: 6-10
Mon-Fri, July 19-23 | 10 am-3 pm
Tuition: $335
Instructors: Vale Martinez Espinoza, Paulina Barry
Location: Heron Meadow (Mon/Tues/Fri), Island Center Forest (Wed), Point Robinson (Thu)
Spend your week exploring the different ecosystems on Vashon. Investigate meadow pollinators and amphibians; study forests and pond habitats and explore island beaches. Camp days are filled with individual and group activities including, scientific research methods, associated art projects, hiking trails, walking beaches, and quiet contemplation.
SUMMER TERM-Beloved Ballet Birds Camp
SUMMER TERM-Beloved Ballet Birds Camp
Mon-Fri, July 19-23
Ages: 3-5 | 10:30am-12:30 pm
Ages: 6-8 | 1-3pm
Tuition: $165 each (includes $15 materials fee)
Instructor: Elise Erickson
Location: Blue Heron Upstairs Studio
Swans, bluebirds, firebirds and more! This creative movement camp will explore beloved ballet bird themes from classical ballets such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, and Firebird! This camp will also have some fun arts and crafts for the little ones. Great camp for the littles to get moving and familiar with classical ballets.
Intro to Filmmaking Camp
Intro to Filmmaking Camp
Ages: 9-15
Mon-Fri, July 19-23 | 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $240
Instructor: Emalia Hinden
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Have you got a story you're itching to tell? Join us for this camp and explore the language of cinema, from writing and storyboarding to framing shots to editing a film. Develop an understanding of why certain shots feel the way they do and why editing techniques and shot composition create genres. Learn how to most effectively tell your original stories as you create a short film from start to finish during the week.
Find out more »SUMMER TERM- Magical Ballet Camp
SUMMER TERM-Magical Ballet Camp
Mon-Fri, July 26-30
Ages: 3-5 | 10:30am-12:30pm
Ages: 6-8 | 1-3pm
Tuition: $165 each
Instructor: Elise Ericksen
Location: Upstairs Studio
Fairies, wizards, unicorns, and more! This creative movement, intro to ballet camp will have fun exploring the magical world of ballet and create fun costume pieces such as wings, unicorn head pieces, wands and more! Ends with presentation for parents on outdoor stage.
Find out more »Unicorns and Butterflies in Anime Watercolor
Unicorns and Butterflies in Anime Watercolor
Ages: 6-11
Mon-Fri, July 26-30 | 10 am-2 pm
Tuition: $260
Instructor: Caroline Rockey
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Anime style can offer simple drawing techniques to create faces, expression and movement so your drawings come alive! Practice shapes, ways to create expression, brush techniques, and how to animate your pictures. Use your imagination to add wings, horns and patterns.
All Kinds of Sculpture
All Kinds of Sculpture!
Ages: 9-13
Monday-Friday, July 26-30 | 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $260
Instructor: Alisara Martin
Location: Heron Meadow
Jump in to the world of 3D art! Learn how to use a variety of materials to make sculptures straight out of your imagination…from the tiniest pieces to life size experiments. Create plaster mâché creatures; wearable sculpture; larger constructions with wire and paper mâché; and molding polymer clay. Materials include wire mesh and cardboard for armatures; paper and plaster mâché; paper and polymer clays; found objects; and finishing painting and presenting supplies.
Musical Theate: Wizard of Oz
Musical Theatre: Wizard of Oz
Ages: 8-18
Mon-Fri, Aug 2-13 | 10 am-2 pm
Auditions for lead roles Sat, July 31 (time TBD) or via Zoom
Performance for family and friends: Fri, Aug 13, 7 pm (kids released at 1 pm that day and need to return at 6 )
Tuition: $495 (includes $45 materials fee)
Instructors: Elise Ericksen, Marita Ericksen
Location: Heron Meadow and Kay White Hall Stage
Follow the yellow brick road to the VCA! Join us as we bring Dorothy, Scarecrow, Lion, Tin Man and the magical land of Oz to life on the big stage. With roles for over 20 students, this camp will be full of magic, humor and plenty of on-stage action. Audition process for those students wanting a lead role in the show; no audition necessary to be part of the ensemble cast.
Find out more »Mixed Media Drawing
Mixed Media Drawing
Ages: 10-15
Mon-Fri, Aug 2-6 | 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuition: $260
Instructor: Alisara Martin
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
This camp is for anyone who loves ALL the art supplies! Explore your creativity and create mixed media 2D pieces in a variety of mediums. Projects include collage with handmade elements; printmaking and altered books; and drawing and painting with layers. Work with a variety of provided materials: watercolor sprays and sticks; acrylic paints and mediums; natural earth pigments; collage materials and found objects; fine line pens; alcohol markers; chalk pastel; and a wide selection of papers and substrates.
SUMMER TERM-Choreography Workshop
SUMMER TERM-Choreography Workshop
Level 5-7
Mon-Fri, Aug 2-5 | 1:00-4:00
Tuition: $225
Instructor: Vanesa Wiley
Location: Downstairs Studio
An esteemed choreographer, Miss Vanesa’s inspiring approach will help you find your creative voice, hone your choreographic abilities, and expand your artistic potential. Learn how to build movement for the stage through the use of time, shape, space and energy. This workshop will present works for the outdoor stage on the final day.
Find out more »Theatre Play
Theatre Play
Ages: 5-8
Mon-Fri, Aug 9-13 | 10:30 am-2 pm
Tuition: $235
Instructor: Joy Ghigleri
Location: Blue Heron Backyard and Kay White Hall Stage
Join us for a fun, creative, and imaginative introduction to the world of theatre. Play games and make crafts rooted in acting, dance, and story building. The goal of this camp is to expose children to the art of theatre and encourage the development of creativity, self-confidence, and collaboration all while having fun!
Find out more »SUMMER TERM-Contemporary/Lyrical Workshop
SUMMER TERM-Contemporary/Lyrical Workshop
Ages: 13+ (level 5-7)
Weds/Thurs, Aug 11, 12, 25, 26 | 5:30-7:30pm
Tuition: $120
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Upstairs Studio
This series is great for advanced and high-intermediate level students of any dance form. Class will start with a full body warm up including combos standing, upside-down, and on the ground then move into phrase work and some feel-good across the floor progressions. Floor-work and inversions are growing fast in the Seattle dance scene and are a blast to work on! Students have the option to show some phrase work on the outdoor stage at the end of the series.
Find out more »Art and Spanish Camp
Art and Spanish Camp
Session 1- Ages: 3-5 | 10 am-noon
Session 2- Ages: 5-7 | 1-3 pm
Mon-Fri, Aug 16-20
Tuition: $135
Instructor: Victoria Clayton
Location: Blue Heron Backyard
Sing, dance, create and explore in this playful camp! Each day includes art projects, Spanish songs and movement. Join in for fun with Spanish language, culture and creative play. Parents welcome.
Find out more »Teen Photo Intensive
Teen Photo Intensive
Ages: 13-19
Mon-Fri, Aug 16-20
Mon| 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (in person); 1:30-3:30 pm (via Zoom)
Tues-Thurs |10 am-2 pm
Fri | 10 am-3 pm
Tuition: Tuition: $275 (includes $25 materials fee)
Instructor: Ray Pfortner
Locations: Beach walks - Point Robinson to Tramp Harbor; North End Ferry to Fern Cove; Point Defiance to Point Ruston.
Want to move your photography up a few notches and create more impressive photos? Join Vashon photographer Ray Pfortner for a week of practicing what you love to take your photography to the next level. Take photos at various locations - on and off Vashon and share the results for feedback from Ray and your fellow students. Explore camera settings plus the principles of strong composition and experiment with turning your photographs into beeswax pieces to show or sell. Learn options to further your photography studies, including contests and careers in photography. Camp includes extensive handouts, including using Flickr.com, camera settings and composition, photography resources and making beeswax photo transfers, so you can continue learning all summer long. For any skill level using any digital camera, smart phone to mirrorless.
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