2021 Spring Classes  
 

Dance & Theatre-Sleeping Beauty Ballet

*Limit 7 dancers per class
*Students must register by Feb 6
*Pre-registration is highly encouraged-classes will likely fill up

*Auditions for corps will be held Feb 6 at 1pm

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Beginner Ballet (Ages 4-5) 

Instructor: Annie Marshall

This class is for dancers with no to little skills and will take students through the principles in ballet and tap techniques. Students signing up will be performing in Sleeping Beauty on June 6. 

Sat, Feb 6-Jun 5 | 12:00-1:00

Tuition: $30/month or $120 | 15 Classes
Dress Rehearsal June 5

Required: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes
ADDITIONAL COST: Sleeping Beauty Costumes

 

Basic Ballet (Ages 6-7) 

Instructor: Genevieve Abrego

This class is for intermediate students and will expand their understanding of basic ballet technique and continue to develop a foundation for strength and proper alignment. Students signing up will be performing in Sleeping Beauty on June 6. 
Sat, Feb 6-Jun 5 | 9:00-10:00am

Tuition: $30/month or $120 | 15 Classes
Dress Rehearsal June 5

Required: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes
ADDITIONAL COST: Sleeping Beauty Costumes

 

Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8-9)

Instructor: Jacqueline Ortiz

This class is for intermediate to more advanced students and will expand their understanding of basic ballet technique and continue to develop a foundation for strength and proper alignment. Students signing up will be performing in Sleeping Beauty on June 6. 
Sat, Feb 6-Jun 5 | 11:00-12:00

Tuition: $30/month or $120 | 15 Classes

Dress Rehearsal June 5

Required: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes
ADDITIONAL COST: Sleeping Beauty Costumes

Advance Ballet (Ages 10-11)

Instructor: Audrey Marshall

This class is for more advanced students and will expand their understanding of basic ballet technique and continue to develop a foundation for strength and proper alignment. Students signing up will be performing in Sleeping Beauty on June 6. 
Sat, Feb 6-Jun 5 | 10:00-11:00

Tuition: $30/month or $120 | 15 Classes

Dress Rehearsal June 5

Required: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes
ADDITIONAL COST: Sleeping Beauty Costumes

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Sleeping Beauty Corps (Ages 12+)
Instructor: Annie Marshall & Audrey Marshall

These classes will be focused only on the main dances of Sleeping Beauty. Dancers must have ample ballet training. They will be placed in dances that best fit each scene. 
Class time will depend on what dances students get selected for.
Sat, Feb 6-Jun 5 | 1:00-3:00
Tuition: $30/month for the first dance and $15/month for each additional dance.
Dress Rehearsal June 5

Required: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes

ADDITIONAL COST: Sleeping Beauty Costumes

Pottery
 

Wheel Throwing (Ages 16+)

Instructor: Lida Scharton

Students will learn the basics of how to throw on the wheel.  They will be provided with 25 lbs. of clay and the use of all Firehouse glazes.

Wed, Feb 10-Mar 31 | 6:30-9:00 and/or
Wed, Apr 21-Jun 9 | 6:30-9:00

Tuition: $100 | 8 Classes

 

Open Pottery Studio

Students 18 and older with prior ceramics experience may sign-up for open studio use of the ceramics room.  The fee covers use of wheels, and glazes. Firing is only done by Firehouse personnel when kiln is full.

Call for studio availability

Canvas Painting 
 

Canvas & Cocktails (Ages 21+)

Instructor: Ana Matthew

Grab your friends, coworkers, or make it a unique date night and join us for an evening of entertaining art instruction. Not artistic? A little nervous? Don't worry! Our instructor will guide you through step by step recreating the featured painting. It’s easy, fun, and totally stress free. By the end of the night you will be amazed at the artwork you have created!

Sat, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 21, and/or Sept 11 | 6:30-9:30

Tuition: $30 | 1 Class

 

Canvas & Cookies
(Ages 4-5 w/Adult |6+ w/o adult)

Instructor: Ana Matthews

Cookies and Canvas not only instructs but also instills confidence in budding artists! Painting and socializing over cookies while your artwork has a little time to dry is just perfect! Parents are welcome to join, painting a memory with their child.

Sat, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 21, and/or Sept 11 | 3:00-6:00

Tuition: $40 w/adult | $25 w/o adult | 1 Class

 

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Fine Arts
 

Beginner Oil Painting/Drawing (Ages 15-Adult)

Instructor: Diamond Vigil

A practical introduction to the materials and techniques of oil painting. Learn palette layout, color mixing, methods of paint application, and the selection, handling and clean-up of materials. Investigate issues of color and composition through the still life and portrait. 

Wed, Feb 3-Mar 24| 6:00-8:00 and/or

Wed, Apr 7-May 26 |6:00-8:00

Tuition: $80 | 8 Classes

Advanced Oil Painting/Drawing (Ages 15-Adult)

Instructor: Diamond Vigil

When you have outgrown the basics and the old ‘should’ and 'should nots’ of painting, then you are ready for the advance class. This class will focus on painting from life and working from photographs. We will explore color and brushwork along with some drawing skills. These tools will give you the creative confidence to break the old rules and make art decisions that truly express you!
Thurs, Feb 4- Mar 25 | 6:00-8:00 and/or
Thurs, Apr 8-May 27 |6:00-8:00

Tuition: $80 | 8 Classes

 

Beginner/Intermediate Watercolor (Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Greg Germany

Immerse yourself in the serenity of the natural world by creating outdoor landscape paintings in this basic watercolor class. Participants will learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting and explore special strategies for creating landforms, water, clouds, vegetation, and more.
Tue, Apr 6-May 11 | 2:00-3:30

Tuition: $60 | 6 Classes
 

Drawing (Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Greg Germany
Focus on the basic elements of drawing-line, shape, light, shadow, texture, shading, proportion, perspective, and composition- and improve your drawing and observation skills. Learn and practice a variety of techniques while exploring different media. Get creative and see your own personal style, narrative, and imagination start to shine.

Tue, Apr 6-May 11 | 3:30-5:00

Tuition: $60 | 6 Classes

Fiber Arts

Crochet (Ages 15+)

Instructor: Nancy O’Brien

A class for beginners. We’ll start with the basics including reading patterns and make our way each class learning new stitches while working on a lovely triangle shawl. 
Sat, April 10-May 8 | 12:30-2:00

Tuition: $35 | 5 Classes

Music

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Piano Lessons (Ages 7+)

Instructor: Miss Molly

Private piano lessons for kids and adults, beginner to intermediate level tailored to the needs of each individual student.

Tue, Wed, Fri, & Sat | 30 minute lessons

Please call for lesson time availability.

Tuition: $35/month | 4 classes/month

Free Kid Workshops (Grade K-5)

Pre-registration required

 

Free Craft Workshop
Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, Feb 18, Fri, Mar 5, Apr 2 or May 7 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: Free | 1 Class

 

Photography

 

Community Open Darkroom (Ages 18+)

This is for photographers wanting a place to print. Green chemicals and some equipment provided; bring your own paper.

Tuition: $10/scheduled use or $50 unlimited month

 

COVID-19 Precautions:

  • ​All students must wear a mask that covers mouth and nose while entering and exiting the classroom. 

  • All students except dance students must wear masks that cover mouth and nose during class.

  • Work areas will be cleaned and sanitized before and after class.

  • No one beside the student is allow to be in the classroom while class is in session.

  • Hand sanitizer will be accessible during class.

  • Social distancing will be required between students during class.

  • Dancers will have their temperatures checked before class.

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Registration Information:

  • To register for a class, you can come by the Firehouse to fill out a registration form and pay for the class or for a limited time, visit our class registration page.

  • Class spots cannot be held until payment is received

  • You must pre-register for all classes

  • DRCA Members receive a 10% discount

  • Classes may cancel due to insufficient enrollment, students will be notified by phone

  • Full refund are given only if class is canceled by the Firehouse. If a student wishes to cancel before the first class day a full refund less 30% will be given.

  • No refund after first class

 

Note to Parents:

In order to better serve you and insure the enjoyment and safety of our youngest art patrons,

please be on time to pick-up your child. 
Please let us know if your child has any special needs. All classes are designed to be age appropriate and you will need to contact the Firehouse if you are interested in having your child attend a class outside of his/her age limit. Thank you for your interest as we continue to provide quality art education!

 

 

Class Scholarships

Scholarships based on economic need are available.

One scholarship a year per family

Scholarship Sponsors: Del Rio Rotary Club

 


This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts, The United Way,

and the Val Verde Community Foundation, along with many of our other sponsors as shown on our sponsorship page