Adult Classes

 

Adult Classes | Fall 2023

Because we are a member-supported center for the arts, a non-refundable Family Membership of $75, valid from September 1 through August 31, is required to enroll in all activities (exceptions are noted and include all workshops) and will be pro-rated to $40 for activities beginning after March 1. The Family Membership may be tax-deductible and allows Darlington to maintain facilities, provide excellent administration, care for our instruments and studios, and fulfill our mission to provide Every Art for Everyone.

Visual Art

Pottery for Adults
Ages: 18+, Mondays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Explore the many techniques of making pottery: pinch, slab, coil and wheel-throwing. Work step-by-step through each technique and use these skills to create a variety of functional and decorative forms, such as bowls, mugs, plates and plaques. All experience levels are welcome! This small class allows for a great deal of one-on-one instruction. Personal project ideas are encouraged. NOTE WELL: Students must use clay provided by Darlington Arts Center. Students may either use previously purchased clay or purchase a 25lb. block of clay for $40 at the time of registration.
Teacher: Elizabeth “Bea” Kaplan

Fall Session 1: September 11 – November 13, 2023 (9 weeks)
Skip Dates: 9/25/23
Price Before/After Aug 25: $256/$269
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Fall Session 2: November 27 – January 29, 2024 (8 weeks)
Skip Dates: 12/25/23, 1/1/24
Price Before/After Oct 6: $228/$239
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Drawing and Painting for Adults
Ages: 18+, Thursdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
In a structured class setting, individual attention and guidance allows you to develop works in drawing and painting in many different mediums. Whether you are an experienced artist or a beginner, this class will build your technical skills through the basic elements of art and principles of composition. You will create works of art while using traditional materials such as pencil, charcoal, acrylic, watercolor, and more.
Teacher: Elizabeth “Bea” Kaplan

Fall Session 1: September 14 – November 16, 2023 (10 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price Before/After Aug 25: $284/$299
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Fall Session 2: November 30 – February 1, 2024 (9 weeks)
Skip Dates: 12/28/23
Price Before/After Oct 6: $256/$269
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Dance

SilverSneakers®
Ages: 65+ 
SilverSneakers® Classic focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers® ball. Often a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support.
Teacher: Linda Tracy

Mondays, 10:00-11:00am
Drop-In Classes
Free for Medicare-eligible members of participating health plans. Call your provider to check eligibility.                        $10 Drop-In Fee for all others

Wednesdays,10:00-11:00am
Drop-In Classes
Free for Medicare-eligible members of participating health plans. Call your provider to check eligibility.                        $10 Drop-In Fee for all others

 

Beginner Ballet/Tap for Teens & Adults
Ages: 15+, Tuesdays, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Have fun with no experience required! An ideal class for beginners, this semester class will teach you the basic movements and vocabulary that are the foundation for classical ballet and tap. You will build core strength and flexibility in a fun and encouraging environment.
Teacher: Emily Ackin O'Mahoney
September 12, 2023 – January 30, 2024 (17 weeks)
Skip Dates:  9/19/23, 11/7/23, 11/21/23, 12/26/23
Price before/after Aug. 25: $364/$383
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Leaps & Turns Technique for Teens  **NEW CLASS**
Ages: 14-19, Tuesdays, 8:00pm-9:00pm
Want a dance class with a particular focus? Looking to improve your dance technique? This semester class will focus on the dance technique of leaps and turns. Come join like-minded teen dancers in a creative, safe environment to improve your technique.
Teacher: Emily Ackin O'Mahoney
September 12, 2023 – January 30, 2024 (17 weeks)
Skip Dates:  9/19/23, 11/7/23, 11/21/23, 12/26/23
Price before/after Aug. 25: $364/$383
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Line Dancing for Adults  **NEW CLASS**
Ages: 18+, Fridays, 10:00am-11:00am
Grab your dancing shoes and join us for this fun-filled class. Our Teaching Artist will introduce you to popular line dances like the Electric Slide, the Macarena, and the Cupid Shuffle. No dance experience necessary! Lots of laughs guaranteed!
Teacher: Bethanne Margies

Fall Session 2: December 1, 2023 – February 2, 2024 (9 weeks)
Skip Dates: 12/27/23
Price Before/After Oct. 6: $193/$203
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Improvisational Dance for Adults  **NEW CLASS**
Ages: 18+, Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00am
Come play with us! Join this stress-free class, where dances will move to music and try fun exercises that will help cultivate their unique voices as movers and artists. No prior improvisation or dance experience necessary! This class will also incorporate aspects of somatic movement - motion during which you focus on the internal experience and feeling of the movement instead of what the movement looks like from the outside.
Teacher: Leslie Bush
**Postponed Start until January, 2024. Check back for updates!**

 

Workshops

Sketching in Nature: An Art in the Park Workshop
Ages: 18+, Saturday September 30, 2023, 9am-12pm

Enjoy a beautiful fall morning in the park while learning the basics of sketching! Darlington Teaching Artist, Tiye, will demonstrate live sketching techniques along the beautiful trails of Concord Township Park. Participants will have the opportunity to sketch their own nature-inspired piece. Practice mindfulness and creativity among nature -- a perfect (and active) way to spend a Saturday morning!
This workshop is brought to the Concord Community by Darlington Arts Center and Concord Township to celebrate Delco Arts Week 2023. Learn more about Delco Arts Week at delcoarts.org.

Teacher: Tiye Pulley

Price: $20 per person
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