Arts & Education Programs
Professional arts instruction and free academic programming — led by working professionals and dedicated educators in Harlem.
Creative expression is for everyone.
Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or stepping back on stage — our instructors meet you where you are with warmth and expertise.
Arts Instruction
Learn from working professionals across five disciplines. Classes are offered in 16-week sessions or on a per-class basis.
Acting · Drawing · Writing
Dance · Singing
Acting
Scene study, character development, and performance technique taught by working theater and film professionals. Students build confidence, presence, and storytelling skills.
- Scene study and character work
- Stage and screen technique
- Performance showcases
- Taught by working professionals
Dance
Movement-based instruction spanning multiple styles, emphasizing expression, coordination, and community. Open to all experience levels.
- Multiple dance styles
- Expression and coordination focus
- All experience levels welcome
- Community performance opportunities
Drawing
Foundational and advanced drawing techniques covering observation, composition, and personal style development. Students work across a range of media.
- Foundational and advanced levels
- Observation and composition
- Range of media explored
- Personal style development
Singing
Vocal technique, breath control, and musical expression for all voice types. Students develop confidence and performance skills through individual and group work.
- Vocal technique and breath control
- All voice types welcome
- Individual and group instruction
- Performance opportunities
Writing
Creative and expressive writing across genres — poetry, prose, personal narrative, and more. Students find and strengthen their unique voice.
- Poetry, prose, and personal narrative
- Multiple genres explored
- Voice and craft development
- Community readings and showcases
Education Programming
Free academic and professional development courses open to the community.
Education Programming
Academic Courses
Core academic subjects taught in a community setting, supporting lifelong learning for participants of all ages and backgrounds.
- Core academic subjects
- Lifelong learning focus
- All ages and backgrounds welcome
Language Instruction
Language courses designed to expand communication, connection, and opportunity. Instruction is offered in four languages.
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- French
- Spanish
Mental Health First Aid
Certification training that equips participants with the skills to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
- Nationally recognized certification
- Recognize mental health challenges
- Respond with confidence and care
- Substance use awareness
Session Schedule
Programming begins late summer on the last Monday of August and late winter on the last Monday of January. Arts classes run in 16-week sessions. Education courses vary by offering.
Contact us to confirm current session dates and availability.
Ready to Create & Learn?
Reach out to enroll in Arts or Education programming, ask about current session dates, or be added to our listserv for upcoming announcements.