Classes

New! Adult Art Class

Basic Oil Pastel Painting

Ages 18 or Older
Taught by artist Susannah Vandyke
Tap into your creativity with this fun class covering the basics of oil painting. A versatile medium with beautiful colors, and, it’s really fun. All abilities are welcome. Please come to class with the items listed in the supply list (available at the Northglenn Recreation Center).
Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 10-July 31 (4 weeks)
Code: 14597
Fee: $40 resident/$44 non-resident

Music for Youth

Group Voice Lessons

Ages 8-18
Professional vocal lessons made affordable through group lessons. The staff from Encore Vocal Studio will provide instruction and coaching the proper techniques to help you sing your best. Focus will be on breathing exercises, music styles and performance tips. Final class will be a short presentation for friends and family.
Mondays, June 4-July 23 (8 weeks)
Beginners: 3-4 p.m. Code: 15044
Continuing: 4-5 p.m. Code: 15046
Fee: $80 Resident/$88 Non-Resident
Ages 12-18
Beginners: 5:15-6:45 p.m. Code: 15045
Continuing: 6:45-8:15 p.m. Code: 15047
Fee: $110 Resident/$120 Non-Resident

New! Youth Choir

The North Side Singers
Ages 7-14
We are forming a new youth choir under the direction of Megan Dougherty of Encore Music Studios. Come join us for a fun time learning and performing songs from a variety of styles, eras and walks of life. Our final class will be a performance for family and friends.
Tuesday/Thursday, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
June 12-July 19 (6 weeks)
Code: 14992
Fee: $80

Theatre for Youth

For Beginners:

Books Alive!

Ages 3 ½-5
A fun way to introduce acting to the young mind! Each week we’ll read a new and exciting story and then act it out using simple costumes, props, our bodies and our imaginations.
Tuedays, 4-4:45 p.m.
June 5-July 10 (6 weeks)
Code: 14568
Fee: $30 Resident/$33 Non-Resident

Page to Stage

Ages 6-7
Students will put their heads together as they take themes and characters from their favorite fairytales and twist them into a new magical story. This class combines team work and literacy with beginning acting and then culminates with a short presentation of the new piece for family and friends. Different authors/books will be used each session. (6 weeks)
Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m.
Session One: June 5-July 10 Code: 14569
Session Two: July 17-Aug 21 Code: 14570
Fee: $40 Resident/$44 Non-Resident

Spectacle Makers

Ages 8-9
This beginning level class will introduce basic acting elements through the use of games and skits designed to develop and challenge the creative mind. Final class will be a presentation for family and friends.
Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 pm
June 12-July 31 (8 weeks)
Code: 14571
Fee: $53 Resident/$58 Non-Resident

Introduction to Acting

Ages 9-15
This is a great class for the want-to-be actor! Students will work on a series of scenes or skits that focus on movement and character development. There’s also some great games and activities thrown into the mix. It’s a ton of fun! The final class is a short presentation for family and friends (8 weeks)
Thursdays
Ages 9-12 6:30-7:30 p.m.
June 14-August 2 Code: 14572
Ages 12-15 7:30-8:30 p.m.
June 14-August 2 Code: 14574
Fee: $53 Resident/$58 Non-Resident

New! Brush Up on the Basics –

Dance for the Stage

Ages 10-18
Special Guest Instructor – Angila Waldman, Choreographer for Northglenn Youth Theatre
Ballet and Jazz for the Actor
Brush up on basic ballet and jazz steps in addition to learning barre work and strengthening exercises. The first week we will explore these dance styles working on specific steps and combinations. The second week we will put it all together in two Broadway-style routines as well as go through the audition process in relation to dance. Dance shoes are not required but preferred. Please wear comfortable clothing. Great for the actor wanting to gain more confidence in the areas of dance! (2 classes)
Saturdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
July 14 and 21 Code: 14990
Fee: $25 Resident/$30 Non-Resident
Tap for the Actor
Learn basic tap technique and steps relating to the Broadway stage. The first week we will go through beginning steps and combinations in addition to exploring other tap styles. The second week we will combine what we have learned in to two different routines, one Broadway style and one in another style as decided by students. Tap shoes are not required but strongly encouraged. Students may also wear hard soled shoes or tennis shoes. This is a great class for actors who want to gain knowledge of this specialized dance style or for anyone looking to have some fun! (4 classes)
Saturdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
July 28 and August 4 Code: 14991
Fee: $25 Resident/$30 Non-Resident

Summer Camps

Art Camps

The City of Northglenn is pleased to offer classes and workshops (mini-camps) taught by the acclaimed art education program - Young Rembrandts

3-day workshops:
Learning from the Masters

Ages 6-12
Spend time learning about and replicating the works of some great artists in history while exploring different medium. In the process, we learn how to become master artists ourselves! No experience necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock on the last day.
M-W, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
June 11-13 (3 days) Code: 14580
Fee: $60 Resident/$66 Non-Resident

Zoo Animals

Ages 7-12
Kids love to draw animals – so let’s draw some animals found at the zoo: giraffes, lions, tigers, birds and more! Our final day we’ll create a big scene of the zoo, divided into several habitats and incorporating the many animal friends we learned to draw.
M-W, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
June 18-20 (3 days) Code: 14577
Fee: $60 Resident/$66 Non-Resident

Cars of the Speedway

Ages 6-12
Be prepared to experience the thrills of the motor speedway as we illustrate a variety of racing scenes, including realistic stock cars, formula racers and fun cartoon cars. On the final day we’ll use pastel chalks to create a dynamic scene of a race car in motion. No experience is necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to the final day of class.
M-W, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
July 16-18 (3 days) Code: 14581
Fee: $60 Resident/$66 Non-Resident

New! Culinary Mischief

(Pastel Drawing)
Ages 7-12
We’ll use pastels to create amazing, “can’t-believe-I-drew-this” masterpieces of funny food. Pastels are an amazing medium—that with good direction can make an artist out of any rookie. You won’t believe the results from this fun-for-all, skill-enhancing workshop. No experience necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to class each day.
M-W, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
July 30-August 1 (3 days) Code: 14579
Fee: $60 Resident/$66 Non-Resident

4-day workshop:
Cartooning Under the Sea

Ages 6-12
Sharks, jellyfish, octopus and more fun characters will inspire the drawings of this “Under the Sea” drawing camp! Pencils, markers and Sharpies™ will be used.
M-Th, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
July 9-12 (4 days) Code: 14576
Fee: $70 Resident/$77 Non-Resident

5-day workshop:
New! Royal Princesses Fashion Runway

Ages 7-12
For every girl who dreams of being a princess, Young Rembrandts offers its “Medieval Fashion” workshop. Join us for 5 days of beautiful medieval pageantry showcasing medieval headwear, clothing, basic figures and medieval-themed fashion accessories.
M-F, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
August 6-10 (5 days) Code: 14578
Fee: $80 Resident/$88 Non-Resident

Drama Camps

KITE Kids’ Interactive Theatre Experience

Ages 5-7
Each day we will travel to a new world that you create – medieval times, space, deserted island, the zoo – whatever you come up with! Campers will put together a story, make the characters, and act out their adventures.
M-F, 1-4 p.m.
July 30-August 3 (1 week) Code: 14525
Fee: $85 Resident/$93 Non-Resident

Acting Up! Performing Arts Drama Camp

Ages 8-15
Come join us as we put together a performance from the ground up! We’ll choose our own scripts, work on auditions, create costumes, design a simple set, learn all about sound and light, and then put on two public shows for family and friends! All levels of acting experience are welcome.
M-F, 1-4 p.m.
June 4-22 (3 weeks) Code: 14524
Performances: June 22, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. at the D.L. Parsons Theatre (free admission)
Fee: $225 Resident/$240 Non-Resident

Auditioning 101 Workshop

Ages 8-18
If you’ve never auditioned before, or would like some pointers on how you’re doing – this is the workshop for you! Learn what to expect; what to bring, and how to prepare; including headshots, resumes and monologues.
Tuesday, June 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Code: 14528 Fee: $25

New! Special Effects Make-Up for the Stage

Ages 8-18
Special Guest Instructor: Maggie Stillman
We will focus on the basics of stage makeup, the application of prosthetics, bruising, scars, contouring to change the face shape, character makeup (zombies!), and old age effects. Students will learn how to apply stage makeup for any size audience, theatre, and show.
Tuesday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Code: 14596 Fee: $30