ADULTS

ABRONSARTSCENTER

HENRY STREETSETTLEMENT

CLASSES & WORKSHOPSSPRING 2018

DANCEADULT HIP-HOP APRIL 17 - MAY 24TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS | 7– 8:30 PM$75-$285 | 12 SESSIONSLearn the history, culture and dances that have shaped the Hip-Hop dance field. In this open level class, participants will unpack the fundamentals of groove and classic steps like the box step with repetition choreography. We promise that you will pop and lock with pride. Artist: Yaminah Legohn

ADULT TAPMARCH 2 - MAY 4FRIDAYS | 6-7:30 PM$60-$240 | 10 SESSIONSAdult tap builds the skills of a percussive improviser from basic vocabulary up to personal expression. Each class consists of a rhythmic warm up, explorations in musicality, partner dynamics, and form, and jamming together to a variety of music, some weeks with live guest musicians! There is a basic lineup of steps to learn when you begin tap; the trick is practicing, discovering new rhythms and combinations, throwing them out, catching them in a new way and tuning into a full physical experience.Artist: Ilona Bito

ADULT SALSAFEBRUARY 20 - APRIL 24 THURSDAYS | 6:30 - 8 PM$60-$240 | 10 SESSIONS Dive into the rich culture of Cuban dance while combining unique musicality with rhythmic steps and partner work. Learn the origins of Palladium and Salsa styles. Explore the richness and depth of Cuban popular music from Danzon to Timba. All levels of experience welcome.Artist: Carlos Mateu

INTEGRAL YOGAFEBRUARY 14 - MAY 16WEDNESDAYS | 5:45–7:15 PM $15 PER SESSION Integral yoga is a system of hatha yoga that is holistic. This class begins with centering and sound vibration, postures, guided deep relaxation, breathing practices and a brief meditation practice. Please bring your own mat. Instructor: Dianne Galliano

THEATERADVANCED PLAYWRITING FOR POCFEBRUARY 13 - APRIL 2TUESDAYS | 6– 8 PM$65 - $255 | 8 SESSIONS A class designed for PoC playwrights and theater makers who want to be rigorous with each other and delve deep into a writing practice without having to silence their truths or imagination to systemic and institutionalized white supremacist thinking.Artist: Kristine Haruna Lee

GET REAL: ADULT ACTINGFEBRUARY 15 - MARCH 19MONDAYS | 7– 9 PM$40 - $160 | 5 SESSIONS This acting workshop will concentrate on the fundamentals of scene work. Highlights include quick and powerful ways to make your performance more natural and insightful. Participants will work on memorization, blocking and staging a monologue or a two-person scene. All levels of experience welcome.Artist: Modesto (Flako) Jimenez

CLASSES Abrons’ classes and workshops are for art makers of all ages and every level of creative development. We nurture risk-taking, boldness and experimentation, and we embrace curiosity. Participants are encouraged to construct meaningful responses and collaborate while thinking critically. Come make something new.

TO REGISTERONLINE abronsartscenter.org BY TELEPHONE 212.598.0400 IN PERSON 466 Grand Street, NYC 10002QUESTIONS registration@henrystreet.org

IMPORTANT DATESSPRING SESSION February 3 – May 25 OPEN HOUSE EVENT Adults: February 1HOLIDAY BREAKS February 19-24 & April 2-7MAKE UP WEEK May 28 - June 2

TUITION AND FEESAbrons’ tuition system creates access for all students who would like to participate in our classes. See middle page for details!

PLATFORMS & EXHIBITIONS Students participate in self-authored group performances and exhibitions showcasing artistic progress with space for creative reflection. All engagement program events are free and open to the public.

ADULT MUSIC STUDENTS May 12-19, 7-8pm

NYC CRIT CLUB EXHIBITION June 6, 6-8pm

IMPROV COMEDY 101APRIL 9 - MAY 7MONDAYS | 7– 9 PM$40 - $160 | 5 SESSIONS This class will use icebreakers, warm-ups and improv games to help you learn the basics of improvised comedy. We’ll cover “yes and”, base reality, developing unique characters and group mind. While this class is introductory, all skill levels are welcome.Artist: Willy Appelman

VISUAL ARTSEAST ASIAN BRUSHWORKAPRIL 17 - MAY 15TUESDAYS | 7– 9 PM$50-$200 | 5 SESSIONSThe painting course will introduce the basic elements of Eastern Asian brushwork and cover basic watercolor techniques through a variety of exercises. Participants will explore composition and color principles. Group critiques will be facilitated after each project. Artist: Che Min Hsiao

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHYFEBRUARY 6 - MAY 22TUESDAYS | 7-9 PM$140 - $560 | 14 SESSIONSThis hands-on photography class will introduce the themes and techniques of contemporary portrait photography. Topics include history of the portrait, candid and staged, lighting, composition, exposure and white balance. Participants will be required to provide their own digital camera. Artist: Sol Erez

COLOR STUDIESFEBRUARY 28 - MAY 9WEDNESDAYS | 7 - 9PM$100-$400 | 10 SESSIONSThis class explores the historical and practical uses of color in art as a means to push practices further creatively. Participants will investigate through discussion, demonstrations, and art making. Learn to make paint from scratch, about the history of pigments, how to navigate technical challenges, and become comfortable experimenting freely.Artist: Julia Norton

ABRONS CRIT CLUBFEBRUARY 7 - MAY 23WEDNESDAYS | 7-9 PM$210-$350 | 14 SESSIONSAbrons Crit Club will focus on helping adult artist participants improve their work through critique advice from peers, instructors and guest critics. In addition to improving work this will help participants build a new community and support system of artists, curators, and gallerists. The class culminates in practicing slide show presentations of each students work with Guest Critics followed by group exhibitoin at Abrons for Crit Club participants.Artists: Hilary Doyle and Catherine Haggarty

PAINTING WITH THREADFEBRUARY 8 - MARCH 29THURSDAYS | 7-9 PM$70-$280 | 7 SESSIONSParticipants will focus on the hand sewn, while paying attention to artists like Sheila Hicks, Ghada Amer, and Eva Hesse. This workshop covers various stitching techniques, pattern making, and hand sewing on paper, fabrics, and mixed media.Artist: Brandy Bajalia

SCULPTURE AS SURVIVALMARCH 1 - MAY 10THURSDAYS | 7-9 PM$100-$400 | 10 SESSIONSIn this class, learn to use sculptural methods to design and create functional tools for everyday survival. We will examine the precedent design of renewable energy sources like solar panels and biogas, explore the histories of these objects, then design and make your own!Artist: Jessica Segall

MUSICAUDIO LANDSCAPEMARCH 1 – MARCH 29THURSDAYS | 7– 9 PM$50-$195 | 6 SESSIONS Unlock your music through the use of computers. Using GarageBand and Ableton Live 9, participants will explore musical composition, sound synthesis and mixing tracks. Applying these methods in a lab-like setting, students will leave with a completed recording and deep appreciation of electronic sound.Artist: Joel Lambdin

VOCAL ENSEMBLEFEBRUARY 7 – MAY 23WEDNESDAYS | 7 – 8 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSParticipants will collaboratively sing a variety of music styles ranging from experimental to pop while

strengthening their breath control, tone and sight-reading. This class is open to all levels of vocalists. Highlights include vocal harmonizing and interpretation.Artist: Michael Inge

START / GUITARFEBRUARY 7 AND 146 – 7 PM$45 | 2 SESSIONS If you have ever wanted to learn to play the guitar but just didn’t have enough time to dedicate to a long-term class, then this program is for you. Participants will spend two hours working with a structured, visual and easy to understand approach to the guitar, leaving them competent for independent study or private guitar lessons. Artist: Ben Schrier

LEARN / GUITARFEBRUARY 7 – MAY 23WEDNESDAYS | 6 – 7 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSThis introductory guitar class explores the fundamentals of reading music, constructing chords and playing scales. Participants will learn a combination of classical and contemporary styles building towards the ability to improvise and compose.Artist: Ben Schrier

START / PIANOFEBRUARY 6 & 137 – 8 PM$45 | 2 SESSIONS If you have ever wanted to learn to play the piano but just didn’t have enough time to dedicate to a long-term class then this program is for you. Participants will spend two hours working with a structured, visual and easy to understand approach to the piano, leaving them competent for independent study or private piano lessons. Artist: Tonino Miano

LEARN / PIANOFEBRUARY 6 – MAY 22TUESDAYS | 7 – 8 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONS An intuitive and visual approach to the piano specially tailored for adults. Participants will learn to play songs while moving towards an understanding of basic theory and notation. Taught on electronic keyboards.Artist: Tonino Miano

PERFORMING PIANOFEBRUARY 11, MARCH 18, APRIL 22, MAY 13SUNDAYS | 4 – 5:30 PM$35-$130 | 4 SESSIONS This workshop for adult pianists will focus on repertoire, musicianship and technique. Through group discussions and feedback, participants will learn to enhance their stage presence and build confidence in performance.Artist: Charles Jones

PRIVATE LESSONSAdultsONCE PER WEEK | 14 SESSIONS 30-MINUTE LESSON | $57545-MINUTE LESSON | $825 60-MINUTE LESSON | $1075 Lessons are available for the following art content areas and instruments: Ceramics, Painting, Multimedia Sculpture, Photography, Illustration & Cartooning, Video, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary Dance, Acting, Playwriting, Piano, Guitar, Drums, Voice, Strings, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Music Theory, Composition, and Recording Technology. Students receive individualized learning from active professional artists, dancers, actors, and musicians.

INTERDISCIPLINARY EMERGENYCAPRIL 22-JULY 22Launched in 2008 by the Hemispheric Institute at NYU—and now housed at Abrons—EMERGENYC is a 3-month incubator for emerging artists working at the intersection of performance and politics. Offering varied entry points into art and activism, the annual program selects about 18 artists and fosters a ‘brave space’ for experimentation and risk-taking. Prioritizing process, discovery, and reflection, EMERGENYC aims to challenge dominant narratives through artistic cultural resistance.Learn more at emergenyc.org

ABRONS ART READING GROUPMONTHLY MEETINGS | 7– 9 PM SEE WEBSITE FOR SCHEDULING DETAILS | FREEMade up of writers, artists, curators, teachers, activists, philanthropists, dignitaries, acrobats, and anyone else willing to admit that they like to read. The Abrons Art Reading Group books are nominated by members who attend monthly meetings. Past selections include 9.5 Thesis on Art and Class by David Joselit, After Art by David Joselit, Culture Class by Martha Rosler, Artificial Hells by Claire Bishop, The Artist as Public Intellectual by Stephan Schmidt-Wulffen, On Violence by Hannah Arendt, Hyperobjects: Philosophy and Ecology after the End of the World by Timothy Morton, Feminism without Borders: Decolonizing Theory, Practicing Solidarity by Chandra Talpade Mohanty and Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine.

THE SCHOOL OF MAKING THINKING @ ABRONSThe School of Making Thinking is an artist/thinker residency program, an experimental college and a nomadic investigation in intentional living. The mission is to create a unique environment where participants are able to develop a creative practice that challenges disciplinary conventions of art-making, thinking and living.

ON WALKING: AMBULATORY POETICS, PERFORMANCE, AND PHILOSOPHYFEBRUARY 20 - APRIL 17TUESDAYS | 7–9 PM $65 - $255 | 8 SESSIONS This class will function as a laboratory space for experiments integrating walking, thinking, and making. Will include a wide set of methods and discourses, including somatic poetics, urban/park planning, visual and performance art, disability studies, and literary criticism. In the process, we’ll draw on the work of a number of thinkers, artists, and and writers; among them: Lisa Robertson, Harryette Mullen, Teju Cole, Rebecca Solnit, Richard Long, Judith Butler, Cole Swensen, and others. Artists: MC Hyland & Emily Skillings

OUR OWN FRAMES: WRITING PERFORMANCEMARCH 14 - MAY 2 WEDNESDAYS | 7–9 PM $65-$255 | 8 SESSIONSIn this course, participants will take turns being the performer, the subject of artistic criticism and the audience, the knowledgeable critic. Each student will build vocabulary about their own performance practices; collect the written analysis of their work from the other participants; and write theoretical texts about the work of their peers. We will also collectively produce a PDF booklet of our mutual criticism (writing about each other).Artist: Esther Neff

Eric Taylor performs as part of EMERGENYC 2017, La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club, New York City, June 2017.Photo: Marlène Ramírez-Cancio.

Abrons Arts Center is a program of Henry Street Settlement.

SPECIAL THANKS TO:ABRONS ENGAGEMENT FUNDERSAbrons Arts Center’s Engagement and Education programming is supported by the Bulova Stetson Fund, the Emily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation, Exploring the Arts, the Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust, Kinder Morgan, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, the New York City Department of Education, the New York State Council on the Arts, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, and other generous Henry Street Settlement funders.

Abrons Arts Center also acknowledges our community of funders:FOUNDATIONSAaron Copland Fund for MusicAndrew W. Mellon FoundationAndy Warhol Foundation for the Visual ArtsThe ARTS Council of the Southern Finger LakesBarker Welfare FoundationBritish CouncilBulova Stetson FundEmily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld FoundationExploring the ArtsHarkness Foundation for DanceHarold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable TrustHoward Gilman FoundationJacques and Natasha Gelman FoundationJerome Foundation

TUITION and FEESAbrons’ tuition system creates access for all students who would like to participate in our classes. We have introduced a new four-tier scale based on your household resources. Registrants must provide a copy of their most recent federal income tax return to qualify.A | 55,000 and Above Full priceB | 45,000-54,999 25% discountC | 35,000-44,999 50% discountD | Under 34,999 75% discountAll students must pay a $20 fee for semester registration.

PAYMENT Full payment is required by the first day of the registered class. After classes have begun a pro-rated refund will be processed when the Engagement Registration staff receives a completed Drop Request form. Payment plan options are available for students unable to pay tuition at the time of enrollment.

REGISTRATION FEEAbrons Arts Center classes include a non-refundable $20 registration fee. This is a one-time fee charged per student each session.

CANCELLATIONS and ABSENCES Abrons Arts Center will not provide refunds or credits for missed group classes as a result of student illness or student emergencies. Refunds are only eligible for private lesson students who cancel with 24-hour notice. Makeup classes and private lessons will be rescheduled in the case of severe weather or emergency artist absence.

TO REGISTERONLINE abronsartscenter.org

BY TELEPHONE 212.598.0400 IN PERSON 466 Grand Street, NYC 10002

QUESTIONS registration@henrystreet.org

Jerome Robbins FoundationLouis and Anne Abrons FoundationMAP FundMertz Gilmore FoundationMilton and Sally Avery Arts FoundationShelley and Donald Rubin FoundationStavros Niarchos FoundationTita Cahn TrustTrust for Mutual Understanding

CORPORATIONSKinder Morgan

GOVERNMENTManhattan Borough President Gale BrewerNew York City Councilmember Margaret ChinNew York City Councilmember Rosie MendezNew York City Department of Cultural AffairsNew York City Department of EducationNew York State Council on the Arts

AS WELL AS NUMEROUS INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERS.

MEDIA RELEASEUnless the Abrons Arts Center is given written notice upon registration, all students are eligible for documentation and public media sharing including photos, audio, and video.

Cover photo (adults): Alex Escalante

Cover photo (youth): Marcus Middleton

YOUTH &TEENS CLASSESSPRING 2018

ABRONSARTSCENTER

HENRY STREETSETTLEMENT

VISUAL ARTSORIGINS: VISUAL ARTS AGES 3 – 5SATURDAYS | 10:15– 11:15 AM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSExplore a range of hands-on processes including drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture, all designed to foster language and listening skills, increase fine motor skills and encourage creative problem solving. Our goal is to have fun, play, get dirty and make art.Artist: Elizabeth Boyle

PAINT EXPLORATIONAGES 6 - 8TUESDAYS | 4 – 5:30 PM $105-$420 | 14 SESSIONSStudents will explore the basics of tempera paint including how to mix secondary colors from primaries, methods for tinting and shading with white and black, and approaches to create texture and pattern. Projects will begin painting from observation and shift towards imagery landscapes. Artist: Annie Ewaskio

MIND OVER MATTERAGES 8 – 10WEDNESDAYS | 4 – 5:30 PM$105-$420 | 14 SESSIONSExplore mindfulness as a foundational part of the creative process. The start of each class will be dedicated to teaching basic skills to help youth observe their experiences and feelings with a kind and curious mind. The second half is dedicated to art making. Students will make 2D and 3D art works. Artist: Georgia Wall

DIY STICKERS + ZINESAGES 11 – 13SATURDAYS | 11:30AM - 1:30PM$140-$560 | 14 SESSIONSZines, stickers, buttons, and other forms of “DIY” self-published art allow those outside the mainstream to get their voices heard. In this class, students create DIY art and make copies to distribute or trade, taking their first steps towards creating their own independent distribution networks and audiences. Inquiry based discussions will focus mostly on artists who represent the DIY sensibilities of the East Village and LES such as Shepard Fairey, Cost, and riot grrrls.Artist: Rachel Alban

ILLUSTRATIONAGES 14 - 18SATURDAYS | 1:15 - 3:15 PM$140-$560 | 14 SESSIONSThrough master studies, mixed media experiments, and conceptual exercises, students will learn the process of creating narrative art while developing a strong artistic voice. Work your way up from concept, composition and character sketches to finished full-color illustrations. Artist: Jess Worby

MUSICSONG/DANCEAGES 2 – 5SATURDAYS | 9:15 – 10AM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONS Let’s sing and dance! In this playful class, children create dances to songs covering a variety of themes, cultures and music styles. Participants will develop their dance skills (basic locomotive and non-locomotive movements, coordination, listening and focus) while they harness imagination, creativity and self-expression. Social skills

and cognitive abilities will get reinforced as we interpret meaning through movement.Artist: Carina Rubaja

MUSIC FOUNDATIONSAGES 5 – 6 SATURDAYS | 11 AM – 12 PM $75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSYoung musicians will continue to explore melody and group play, using the guitar, violin and various other instruments. There will be a strong curricular focus on developing listening skills, sharing and collaborating.Artist: Nick Lenchner

88+ KEYS: GROUP PIANO  AGES 7 – 13 SATURDAYS | 10 – 11 AM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONS Participants will learn how to play piano following an intuitive and visual approach while moving towards an understanding of basic theory and notation. Taught on electronic keyboards.Artist: Tonino Miano

6+ STRINGS: GROUP GUITAR AGES 7 – 13 WEDNESDAYS | 5 PM – 6 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSThis introductory guitar class explores the fundamentals of reading music, constructing chords and playing scales. Participants will learn a combination of classical and contemporary styles building towards the ability to improvise and compose.Artist: Ben Schrier

CLASSES Abrons’ classes and workshops are for art makers of all ages and every level of creative development. We nurture risk-taking, boldness and experimentation, and we embrace curiosity. Participants are encouraged to construct meaningful responses and collaborate while thinking critically. Come make something new.

TO REGISTERONLINE abronsartscenter.org BY TELEPHONE 212.598.0400 IN PERSON 466 Grand Street, NYC 10002QUESTIONS registration@henrystreet.org

IMPORTANT DATESSPRING SESSION February 3 – May 25 OPEN HOUSE EVENT Youth: February 3HOLIDAY BREAKS Februrary 19-24 & April 2-7MAKE UP WEEK May 28 - June 2

TUITION AND FEESAbrons’ tuition system creates access for all students who would like to participate in our classes. See middle page for details!

PLATFORMS & EXHIBITIONS Students participate in self-authored group performances and exhibitions showcasing artistic progress with space for creative reflection. All engagement program events are free and open to the public.

URBAN YOUTH THEATER MAY 10 & 11 | 7 PM

PLATFORMS MAY 12-19STUDENT EXHIBITION PARTY MAY 12

ROCK BAND: STUDIO TO STAGEAGES 7 – 13WEDNESDAYS | 4 – 5 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSExperience playing in a rock band with little to no musical training! Learn the fundamentals of playing in an ensemble while confidently performing basic drums, keyboard, bass, guitar, or voice. Participants will make a digital recording, create a music video and play for a live audience during this class. Artist: Ben Schrier

FINDING YOUR VOICEAGES 7 – 13 SATURDAYS | 12 – 1 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSStudents will develop vocal, rhythmic and performance skills while selecting music they love to sing together. The class will also teach beginning techniques in breath control, tone and sight singing.Artist: Michael Inge

TEEN VOICESAGES 14 – 18 SATURDAYS | 1 – 2 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSTime to sing out! Come and sing in harmony to a repertoire that will include a mix of pop, rock, musical theater and jazz. Learn techniques in breath control, tone and sight singing.Artist: Michael Inge

PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONSAGES 5 – 18ONCE PER WEEK | 14 SESSIONS 30-MINUTE LESSON | $57545-MINUTE LESSON | $825 60-MINUTE LESSON | $1075 Lessons are available for the following instruments and subjects: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Voice, Strings, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Music Theory, Composition and Recording Technology. Students receive private music instruction from active professional musicians.

THEATER PLAY TIMEAGES 6 – 8SATURDAYS | 11 AM – 12 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSLet’s put on a play! Using teamwork and imagination, kids adapt a story to make a performance. After choosing to work as directors, designers, or actors, students spend the first half of the class creating and rehearsing their script, and the second half designing and building sets and costumes. The semester culminates in a short final performance for friends and family. Artist: Kim Katzberg

CREATION MYTHSAGES 9 – 13SATURDAYS | 12 – 1 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSUsing the mythology and creation stories of ancient cultures, students will create an original work of theater through writing, improvisation and devised scene work. Engage with the creation mythology of ancient cultures, including the Greeks and Egyptians. Participants collaborate to write and perform their own play while learning theater games and exercises to develop focus, imagination and teamwork. Artist: Deidrea Hamid

URBAN YOUTH THEATER // MUSICAL PERFORMANCE INTENSIVE AGES 14 – 18TUESDAYS | 5 –7 PM; SATURDAYS | 3 – 5 PMPERFORMANCES | MAY 10 & 11 | 7PM FREEUrban Youth Theater Ensemble is a laboratory for teens at Abrons Arts Center. Each year the company performs a season of originally devised works and re-interpretations of classical texts. Working under the direction of New York City-based directors, writers, and designers, UYT gives young performers the opportunity to participate in a pre-professional company. Participants must be dedicated, respectful of each other’s ideas, and willing to take artistic risks.

Young actors who choose to participate in the Musical Performance Intensive will receive a crash course in the skills required to perform in Broadway-style musicals. After spending time with the history of the American

Musical, students will learn Broadway standards, drill choreography and tighten their acting chops in a musical revue designed entirely by their ensemble. All skill levels are welcome.

DANCESONG/DANCEAGES 2 – 5SATURDAYS | 9:15 –10AM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSLet’s sing and dance! In this playful class, children create dances to songs covering a variety of themes, cultures and music styles. Participants will develop their dance skills (basic locomotive and non-locomotive movements, coordination, listening, and focus) while they harness imagination, creativity and self-expression. Social skills and cognitive abilities will get reinforced as we interpret meaning through movement.Artist: Carina Rubaja

BREAKING I AGES 6 – 8 SATURDAYS | 11 AM – 12 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSLearn the fundamentals of breakdancing--top rock, footwork, freezes and power moves. Learn the hottest old school moves with a new age urban twist. Incorporate 80s flavor with 21st-century swag. Explore your natural talent in this introductory class to breakdancing.Artist: Zack Cruz

BREAKING IIAGES 9 – 13SATURDAYS | 12 – 1 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSStudents who have completed Breaking I will continue to

explore the techniques required to perform Breakdance. In addition to applying choreography to their training, students will begin to investigate creating their own signature moves.Artist: Zack Cruz

BREAKING CREWAGES 14-18SATURDAYS | 2 – 3 PM$75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSApply the techniques of Breaking I + II in this legit dance crew! Participation is by invitation. Join in as the crew dives deeper into the dance form through intricate choreography work.Artist: Zack Cruz

HIP HOP IAGES 7 – 11 SATURDAYS | 12:30 – 1:30 PM $75-$300 | 14 SESSIONSDive deeper into the hip-hop genre with the freshest dance styles and some iconic classics. Learn to perform with individuality, accuracy, consistency and versatility while arranging original choreography. Artist: Randy Luna

HIP HOP IIAGES 12 – 14 SATURDAYS | 10:30 –11:30 AM $75-$300 | 14 SESSIONS Strengthen and refine your technique by mixing a variety of street dance. Learn intricate combinations with breaking, locking, popping and freestyle to build your own dances with attitude. Artist: Randy Luna

HIP HOP IIIAGES 14 – 18SATURDAYS | 1:30 - 3:30PM$95-$370 | 14 SESSIONSHip Hop III strengthens and refines your technique by mixing varieties of street dance. Learn intricate combinations with breaking, locking, popping and freestyle to build your own dances with attitude.Artist: Michelle Cole

HIP HOP COLLECTIVEAGES 14 – 18SATURDAYS | 2 - 3:30PM$95-$370 | 14 SESSIONSJoin the Hip Hop Collective to build upon all you’ve learned in your foundation Hip Hop training. Push yourself with intricate choreography and a deeper understanding of Hip Hop history.Artist: Randy Luna

DANCEHALL IN POP CULTUREAGES 14 – 18SATURDAYS | 3 - 4:30PM $95-$370 | 14 SESSIONSThis weekly class covers the basic movements of Dancehall, a style of dance originated in Jamaica. Students will contextualize the dance form by providing a history of the dance and culture. Choreographers and artists such as Gerald “Bogle” Levy, Elephant Man, Ding Dong, and more will be introduced, along with basic/essential movement elements.Artist: Michelle Cole

EAST VILLAGE DANCE PROJECT@ ABRONS

Abrons Arts Center is thrilled to announce our new partnership with East Village Dance Project! Sharing a vision of providing quality dance education to all, EVDP has been developing innovative and nurturing dance classes in Lower Manhattan since 1997.

IMPORTANT DATESSPRING SESSION January 28-June 14OPEN HOUSE EVENT January 27, 3-7pm HOLIDAY BREAKS February 16-23 & March 30-April 6

CREATIVE TECHNIQUEAGES 3 - 4THURSDAYS | 3:30 - 4:15 PM $396

MODERN 1AGES 4 - 6SUNDAYS | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM $396In Creative Technique and Modern 1, students are introduced to the fundamentals of modern dance technique through creative lessons using storytelling, song, props, games and lots of structured dance improvisation. Students explore basic skills and concepts (such as level, pathway, direction and rhythm) while developing social skills and refining body awareness and self-expression. Artist: Victoria Roberts-Wierzbowski

MODERN 2AGES 6 - 8THURSDAYS | 4:15 - 5:15 PM $450

MODERN 3AGES 8 - 11WEDNESDAYS | 4 - 5:15 PM $504Modern 2 and Modern 3 more thoroughly explore the themes introduced in Level 1 while integrating more choreographed movement material, expanding the student’s capacity for physical memorization. Through detailed warm ups, floorwork, set phrase material and improvisation, students increase body awareness while building confidence, strength and flexibility. Artist: Victoria Roberts-Wierzbowski

MODERN 4AGES 10 - 16WEDNESDAYS | 5:15 - 6:30 PM $504MODERN 5AGES 11 - 18SUNDAYS | 12:30 - 1:15 PM $504Modern 4 and Modern 5 lead students through a more advanced and nuanced approach to modern dance technique, in a fun and accessible manner suited to teens and tweens. Through floorwork, standing warm up exercises and partner weight sharing explorations, students practice how to build a strong base of supportive muscular engagement and prepare their bodies for safe, aligned dancing. Class includes improvised movement scores, introduction to inversions and lots of choreographed movement phrases focusing primarily on development of timing, rhythm, weight and momentum. Artist: Victoria Roberts-Wierzbowski

BALLET 1AGES 4 - 6TUESDAYS | 3:30-4:15 PM $396BALLET 2AGES 6 - 8SUNDAYS | 12:30-1:30 PM $450Basic classical ballet warm-ups are explored in Ballet 1 and 2 with sensitivity to the students’ individual anatomy and capabilities. Emphasis is placed on developing strength and coordination while nurturing a love of dance. Class also explores dance-based games to develop self-confidence and learn how to work in a group. Artist: Martha Tornay

BALLET 3AGES 8 - 10THURSDAYS | 4 - 5:15 PM$504BALLET 4AGES 10 - 14TUESDAYS | 4:30 - 6 PM $558BALLET 3/4AGES 9 - 14MONDAYS | 3:30 - 4:45 PM $504BALLET 5AGES 13 - 18WEDNESDAYS | 4:30 - 6 PM $558

BALLET 6AGES 13 - 18MONDAYS | 4:45 - 6:15 PM $558

BALLET 7AGES 11-18SUNDAYS | 10 - 11:30 AM $558

POINTE 1TUESDAYS | 6 - 6:45 PM $396

POINTE 2MONDAYS | 6:15 - 7 PM $396

POINTE 3WEDNESDAYS | 6 - 6:45 PM $396

POINTE 4SUNDAYS | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM $396Ballet 3-7 and Pointe 1 - 4 classes are designed to emphasize a physical understanding of the source of ballet technique. Through level appropriate barre exercises students are encouraged to recognize their individual anatomy and learn how to practice ballet in a secure and effective way, placing a strong emphasis on épaulement (upper body) working in harmony with the rest of the body. Center exercises further develop an awareness of technique using accessible combinations that are designed to escalate in complexity, giving the dancer the substantial benefit of a classical ballet class. Artist: Martha Tornay

EVDP TEEN COMPANYAGES 11 - 18AUDITION SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 | 2 - 4 PMREHEARSALS SUNDAYS | 1:45 - 3:45 PM $180The EVDP Teen Company is a pre-professional audition-based performance troupe. Now entering its tenth year, the company offers a platform for area teens to perform original, student generated choreography as well as repertory from talented guest choreographers. Through weekly rehearsals and regular performance opportunities at a wide range of venues throughout New York and beyond, company members develop skills of collaboration, refine their performance technique, and experience the joys and rigors of working closely with other creative and gifted dance artists. Artists: Martha Tornay and Victoria Roberts-Wierzbowski