Fall Guide PDF

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Fall Guide PDF

THE GUIDE
2016–2017
CLASSES
FOR ALL AGES!
WELCOME TO COCA
Dear Friends,
Welcome to COCA
3
Art & Design/Millstone Gallery
4–7
Welcome to the 2016–2017 year of arts classes
at COCA! We are excited to have you join us as
we celebrate 30 years of connecting St. Louisans
to the arts.
Ballet8–14
Dance Enrichment
15
Early Childhood
16–17
Fitness18
COCA provides meaningful arts experiences
to people of all ages and skill levels, from
enthusiastic amateurs to emerging professionals.
We are the fourth largest multidisciplinary
community arts center in the U.S. and a leader
in innovative arts education. COCA is one of
17 schools in the country—and the only one
in Missouri—accredited by the Accrediting
Commission for Community and Precollegiate
Arts Schools.
Hip-Hop19–21
Jazz22–25
Modern26–27
Social & Cultural 28
Tap29–31
Theatre32–35
Voice & Music
36–37
Allegro38
In this guide, you’ll see the depth and breadth
of our arts education offerings for all ages. We
have wonderful classes in art & design, dance,
early childhood, fitness, theatre, and voice.
Our classes are taught by our faculty who are
distinguished arts educators in their fields.
Student Dance Companies
39
COCA Theatre Company
40
COCA Presents 2016–2017 41
The COCA Annual Fund
44–45
Thank you for choosing COCA!
Registration Information
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Registration Form
47–48
Fall Session At-A-Glance
49–53
Horton Teacher Workshop
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COCA’s Educational Approach
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Warmly,
COCAedu42–43
Kelly Pollock
COCA Executive Director
Fall Classes begin Tuesday, September 6, 2016. The last day to register is
Saturday, September 24. Winter/Spring Classes begin Tuesday, January 17,
2017. The last day to register is Saturday, February 4.
BUILDING HOURS
Fall & Winter/Spring
MON–FRI | 9:00AM–9:00PM
SAT | 9:00AM–6:00PM
SUN | 11:00AM–6:00PM
Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy, COCA Theatre Company, 2016
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Cover:
COCA student Abby Zaiz.
Summer
MON–THU | 7:30AM–9:00PM
FRI | 7:30AM–6:00PM
SAT | 9:00AM–5:00PM
SUN | CLOSED
BUILDING CLOSED
2016: SEP 5 | NOV 24–25 | DEC 23–26 | DEC 30–31
2017: JAN 1–2 | JAN 16 | APR 16 | APR 28 | MAY 29
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ART & DESIGN
Be An Architect
CORE CLASSES
Art & Design Studio 1
Ages 6 to 9 Designed to expose
students to a wide range of art
materials and design concepts, this
class will focus on experimenting with
drawing, painting and sculpture as
well as exploring digital art, design
and architecture. Although the
emphasis will be on enjoying the
creative process, the fundamentals
of art technique, such as line, shape,
value, pattern, space and color, will be
emphasized across mediums.
FALL
7982 | Maria Ojascastro
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
Art & Design Studio 2
Ages 10 to 13 Designed to expose
materials and design concepts,
this class will focus on increasingly
more complex experimentation with
drawing, painting and sculpture as well
as digital art, design and architecture.
Although the emphasis will be
on enjoying the creative process,
instruction in art technique such as line,
shape, value, pattern, space and color
will be emphasized across mediums.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8259| Maria Ojascastro
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
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ART & DESIGN
ARCHITECTURE
Building Blocks of
Architecture*
Ages 6 to 9 In this class, students will
work with a professional architect as
they identify materials and geometry
found in architecture. They will learn,
in simple terms and methods, how big
buildings are made up of smaller parts,
and they will explore how buildings
come together through drawings and
model making.
FALL
7985 | Erica Twomey
SAT | SEP 10–OCT 22 | 11:15–12:45PM
$150
FALL
7986 | Erica Twomey
SAT | OCT 29–DEC 10 | 11:15–12:45PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8255 | Erica Twomey
SAT | JAN 21–MAR 4 | 11:15–12:45PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8256 | Erica Twomey
SAT | MAR 11–APR 22 | 11:15–12:45PM
$150
Ages 10 to 13 Students will explore
distinct design solutions for challenging
architectural questions. During the
first half of the semester, each class
will pose a new design challenge,
and students will build models or
create drawings that represent their
solutions to these challenges. Architect
Evan Bronstein will offer guidance to
students to help them frame the goals
of each project and fulfill their goals.
In the second half of the semester,
students will tackle a larger project
as they create and draw their own
building, develop their own floorplan
and make a physical model of their
design. On the final day of class,
students will display their models at
COCA for family and friends.
FALL
7987 | Evan Bronstein
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:00–2:15PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8254 | Evan Bronstein
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:00–2:15PM
$270
COMICS
Comics & Graphic
Storytelling 1*
Ages 10 to 13 In this class, students
will explore the diverse world of
comics while learning the fundamental
techniques of comic creation and
design. Students will create original
characters and storylines while learning
and practicing technical drawing,
lettering and inking.
FALL
7960 | Jeffrey Weigel
TUE | SEP 6–OCT 18 | 6:00–7:25PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–FEB 28 | 6:00–7:25PM
$150
Comics & Graphic
Storytelling 2*
Ages 11 to 16 Students will utilize
and build upon the skills learned in
Comics & Graphic Storytelling 1, such
as drawing, character design, lettering,
inking and graphic storytelling. As
their technical skills in these elements
improve, they will apply them to
develop a comic book that will be
included in a printed anthology
developed by the class.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–OCT 18 | 7:30–8:55PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–FEB 28 | 7:30–8:55PM
$150
Manga 1*
Ages 10 to 13 This class is designed
for students who want to learn to draw
in the popular Japanese Manga style.
Japanese Manga is used in a broad
range of genres, including actionadventure, romance, sports, science
fiction and mystery. Students will learn
to draw facial expressions, hands, hair
and figure proportions to develop their
own characters and stories.
FALL
7964 | Hope Ashley
TUE | OCT 25–DEC 6 | 6:00–7:25PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8280 | Hope Ashley
TUE | MAR 7–APR 18 | 6:00–7:25PM
$150
Manga 2*
Ages 11 to 16 This course is designed
for students who are already developing
drawing skills in the popular Japanese
Manga style. They will learn to draw
facial expressions, hands, hair and
clothing folds to develop their own
characters and stories. Students will
frame them or put them together in a
story to form a comic book they can
take home at the end of class.
FALL
7966 | Hope Ashley
TUE | OCT 25–DEC 6 | 7:30–8:55PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8282 | Hope Ashley
TUE | MAR 7–APR 18 | 7:30–8:55PM
$150
DIGITAL ART
Legomation*
Ages 8 to 12 Do you love to play Lego
Star Wars and other stop animation
games? In this camp, you will learn
how they made the games you love.
Develop a simple story board, stage
the building blocks, and learn how to
utilize stop animation techniques to
build a short film out of Legos! Each
student will leave with a copy of the
film created by the class.
FALL
7971 | Aaron Holdmeyer
THU | SEP 8–OCT 20 | 6:00–7:55PM
$175
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–MAR 2 | 6:00–7:55PM
$175
MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT
Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for
a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to
full-semester classes only.
*Indicates 7-week classes
iPad Images*
Ages 8 to 12 Explore the world of
digital arts using your imagination and
arts-based apps on an iPad. We’ll work
in digital drawing and illustration apps,
take and manipulate photographs,
even explore animation. Through these
digital art mediums, students will learn
the fundamentals of art technique such
as line, shape, value, pattern, space
and color.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–OCT 22 | 2:30–3:25PM
$130
iPad Movie Making*
Ages 8 to 12 Collaboratively plan,
write, storyboard, direct, perform in,
shoot and edit a short digital video
using tools and apps on an iPad.
Students will leave the class with a copy
of the films developed by the class.
Class is structured to meet students at
a variety of experience levels. iPads are
provided by COCA for classroom use.
FALL
THU | OCT 22–DEC 8 | 6:00–7:55PM
$175
WINTER/SPRING
THU | MAR 9–APR 20 | 6:00–7:55PM
$175
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ART & DESIGN
ART & DESIGN
FASHION DESIGN
FINE ARTS
ADULT
Intro to Fashion Design &
Sewing
Draw, Paint, Print
Painting & Mixed Media
Studio for Adults
Ages 8 to 10 Students will learn the
process of fashion design as they
create renderings and illustrations for
garments they imagine. They will learn
the basics of machine and hand sewing
as they construct simple accessories
and even a basic skirt.
FALL
7954 | Lauren Cram
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:10PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8276 | Lauren Cram
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:10PM
$270
Fashion Design &
Construction
will learn the basic hand sewing
and machine sewing skills to turn
their designs into clothing they can
wear. Students will learn a variety of
techniques creating original clothing
and accessory items.
FALL
7956 | Lauren Cram
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:15–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8272 | Lauren Cram
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:15–8:55PM
$280
draw, paint and print using diverse
materials and techniques. While
looking to master artists for inspiration,
they will create several pieces of art
in each area—drawing, painting and
printmaking—adding imagination and
creativity to make their own personal
masterpieces.
Ages 18 & up This class will explore
a variety of fine arts media including
painting, watercolor, ink and collage
while examining the fundamentals of
technique, as well as more advanced
approaches designed to inspire the
eye and the imagination. No previous
training required.
FALL
7976 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8270 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
Art Studio
Ages 10 to 13 Students will discover
the fundamentals of fine art—line,
value, shape, color, texture, balance—
as they practice drawing, painting,
printmaking and sculpture. This class
focuses on individual growth as well
as collaborative projects as students
experiment with different media.
Students will have the opportunity to
view, discuss and creatively respond to
exhibitions in The Millstone Gallery at
COCA.
FALL
7978 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8261 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:55PM
$295
Portfolio Prep
Ages 14 to 18 This class is for
students in high school who plan to
apply to colleges of art and design.
The curriculum is designed to help
students create a body of work that
reflects the strength of their ideas, skills
and understanding of art and design.
Students will leave the class with a
strong portfolio to share in college
interviews and an understanding of the
college application process.
FALL
7980 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 3:00–4:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8286 | Rudy Zapf
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 3:00–4:25PM
$280
Figure Drawing*
Ages 14 to 18 This course is
designed to help students gain a
better understanding of drawing the
human form. Each class will utilize a
live, clothed model and students will
work directly on their eye drawing
skills. They will focus on anatomy and
the basic structure of the figure in
addition to details surrounding facial
expressions, hands and hair.
FALL
7969 | Hope Ashley
WED | SEP 7–OCT 19 | 6:00–7:25PM
$150
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Art & Design Studio for
Adults
Ages 18 & up Designed to expose
materials and design concepts, this
class will focus on experimenting with
drawing, painting and sculpture as
well as exploring digital art, design
and architecture. Although the
emphasis will be on enjoying the
creative process, the fundamentals
of art technique, such as line, shape,
value, pattern, space and color, will
be emphasized across mediums. No
previous training required.
IN THE MILLSTONE GALLERY
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:55PM
$295
Showcasing the power of the arts, COCA presents a selection
of the murals painted on the boarded-up storefronts by amateur
and professional artists in the days and weeks following the 2014
protests in Ferguson, MO. Guest curated by Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris,
Outside In: Paint for Peace is presented in collaboration with the
Sheldon Art Galleries, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and Carol
Swartout Klein, author of the award-winning children’s book Painting
for Peace in Ferguson. Additional presenting and program partners
include the Ferguson Youth Initiative, Missouri History Museum and
the Vaughn Cultural Center.
Since 2008, COCA’s Millstone Gallery has brought the community
together to share and experience contemporary art, make personal
connections to the work, and gain a greater understanding of the
artistic process. All exhibitions are free and open to the public.
Outside In: Paint for Peace
SAT, AUG 27–SUN, OCT 30, 2016
ALL AGES
For a full gallery schedule, visit cocastl.org.
Millstone Gallery exhibitions are presented by The Arthur and Helen Baer Charitable
Foundation, with additional support by the Millstone Foundation and Missouri Arts
Council.
Outside In: Paint for Peace is presented by:
Outside In: Paint for Peace field trips, in-school residencies
and professional development information on page 41.
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BALLET
BALLET
Ballet: Beginner 1
Ages 6 to 8 This class is an
introduction to the basic principles
of classical training for the beginning
ballet student including etiquette,
imagination, alignment, ballon, gross
motor skills and strength-building
exercises in an imaginative and
engaging atmosphere. Students must
be entering first grade or above to
enroll. No previous training required.
FALL
8179 | Kathleen Radke Whittaker
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
BEGINNER
Ballet: K
Ages 5 to 6 Specially designed for
the kindergarten student, this class
will expose dancers to the basic
principles of classical ballet while still
encouraging their youthful creativity.
This class is a perfect bridge between
the early childhood program and the
sequential ballet curriculum. Students
must be entering Kindergarten
to enroll. Students must have
completed Pre-Ballet 2.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
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FALL
8180 | Carrie Fernandez
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
FALL
8181 | Lindsay Stewart
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
FALL
8182 | Ashley Hamann
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
Ballet: Beginner 2
to provide students with substantial
elementary ballet skills and introduce
concepts such as elegance and its
connection to physical alignment, basic
arm movements and positions, as well
as proper ways to build turn out, and
strengthen and develop motor skills for
classical dance. Students must have
completed at least one year of ballet
training or demonstrate appropriate
skills in a COCA placement class.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
Students registering for three or more
full-semester classes are eligible for
a discount applied per person, per
semester. Multi-class discounts apply
to full-semester classes only.
Ballet: Beginner 3
Ballet: Beginner 4
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
FALL
8184 | Norma Gabriel
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:15–6:25PM
$270
will learn to build physical and mental
habits of excellence. Instruction
will focus on the assimilation and
repetition of diverse ballet poses and
exercises, physical coordination and
basic musicality. Previous training
required if a student is 8 years old.
No previous training required for
students 9 years old or older.
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
will be encouraged to master
elementary work through repetition of
diverse positions and poses, correct
execution of technical elements and
the expressiveness that comes from an
evolving sense of musicality. Students
must have completed Ballet: Beginner
3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in
a COCA placement class.
Ballet: Dance for Boys
Ages 8 to 10 This class is highly
recommended for active boys who
would like to increase their agility,
coordination and strength while
learning the basics of dance technique.
Students must have completed
at least one year of prior dance
training.
FALL
8195 | Antonio Douthit-Boyd
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:15–6:25PM
$270
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–1:10PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:15–6:25PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:15–6:25PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
WINTER/SPRINGV
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–1:10PM
$270
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BALLET
INTERMEDIATE
Ballet: Intermediate 1
Ages 10 to 18 This class is the first of
two years designed to solidify the work
accomplished in the beginning levels
and increase strength by adding greater
movement repetitions using demipointe, epaulement and elementary
turning concepts. Students must have
completed Ballet: Beginner 4 or
demonstrate appropriate skills in a
COCA placement class.
FALL
8155 | Kathryn Croghan
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:45–6:10PM
$280
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:45–6:10PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
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BALLET
to solidify elementary technique and
prepare the intermediate dancer for
increasing complexity. Students will
find strength through repetition as
well as the use of demi-pointe, pointe,
epaulement and basic turning and
jumping fundamentals. Students must
have completed Ballet: Intermediate
1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in
a COCA placement class. In order to
study pointe, students are required
to enroll in two sections of this class:
Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, and
attend class twice a week.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:00–6:55PM
$295
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:00–6:55PM
$295
Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3
to solidify elementary technique and
prepare the intermediate dancer for
increasing complexity. Students will
focus on stabilizing and coordinating
the movements en tournant (with
turning elements) that lead directly into
various types of pirouettes. They will
work on strengthening their ability to
execute adagios in the center involving
poses with a rise to demi-pointe,
and jumps involving batterie (beats).
Students must have completed two
years of Ballet: Intermediate 2 or
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
Ballet: Pre-Pointe & Beginner
Pointe
Ages 11 to 18 Though the majority
of ballet technique is the same for
men and women, pointe classes are
designed to develop the strength
and endurance necessary for the
woman’s specialty of dancing on her
toes. The instructor will determine
when members of the class advance
from pre-pointe to pointe work. DO
NOT purchase pointe shoes prior to
attending this class. Students must
have completed Ballet: Intermediate
1. Students must also register for
Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3 at 9:00AM
as a warm-up class.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:10AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:10AM
$235
Ages 12 to 18 In this class,
students will focus on stabilizing
and coordinating the movements
en tournant (with turning elements)
that lead directly into various types
of pirouettes. They will work on
strengthening their ability to execute
adagios in the center involving poses
with a rise to demi-pointe and jumps
involving batterie (beats). Students
must have completed Ballet:
Intermediate 2 or demonstrate
appropriate skills in a COCA
placement class. In order to study
pointe, students are required to
enroll in two sections of this class:
Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, and
attend class twice per week.
will continue to work on various types
of pirouettes, adding multiple turns
where appropriate. They will learn to
sustain and stabilize longer adagios in
the center in all standard poses with
a rise to demi-pointe, gain power for
jumps both with and without beats, and
develop a repertoire of intermediate
ballet steps including work on one
supporting leg. Students must have
completed Ballet: Intermediate 3 or
Ballet: Beginner Pointe 2
FALL
8198 | Cynthia McCollum
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
Ages 12 to 18 Though the majority
of ballet technique is the same for
men and women, pointe classes are
designed to develop the strength
and endurance necessary for the
woman’s specialty of dancing on her
toes. Students must have completed
Ballet: Intermediate 2. Students must
also register for Ballet: Intermediate
2 & 3 at 9:00AM as a warm-up class.
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:00–6:55PM
$295
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:10AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:10AM
$235
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–7:25PM
$295
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
FALL
8176 | Ellen Costanza
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:45–2:10PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:45–2:10PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:00–6:55PM
$295
NATIONALLY ACCREDITED
COCA is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community
and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS)—Missouri’s only ACCPAS-accredited
school.
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BALLET
Ballet: Intermediate Pointe
to help students develop a repertoire
of intermediate ballet steps including
work on one supporting leg.
Intermediate pointe work comes
directly out of the vocabulary of the
intermediate ballet classes. Students
Beginner Pointe 2. Students must
also register for Ballet: Intermediate
4 at 12:45PM as a warm-up class.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:15–3:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:15–3:10PM
$260
Ballet: Young Men’s Class
Intermediate
Ages 11 to 18 This class will begin to
develop the additional strength and
athleticism necessary to achieve the
jumps, turns, and other skills required
of the male dancer. Class will include a
preparatory warm up.
FALL
8217 | Kirven Douthit-Boyd
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
BALLET
Ballet: Advanced 2
ADVANCED
Ages 14 & up This class is intended
to be a year of mastery for all
intermediate and advanced work. The
emphasis is on power and excellence
in various turning movements and
in demi-pointe and pointe work.
There is also an emphasis on
professionalism and artistry in order
to prepare the students for the rigors
of higher education or a professional
dance company. Students must
have completed Ballet: Advanced
1, obtain instructor approval or
Ballet: Advanced 1
Ages 14 & up This class is intended to
build stability, strength and stamina in
various ballet and pointe movements.
Plasticity or fluidity of the arm and
torso, while executing complex
movements, will be emphasized.
Ballet: Intermediate 4, obtain
instructor approval or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
8160 | Jennifer Welch Cudnik
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
Ballet: Advanced 1 & 2
Ages 14 & up This three-year class will
emphasize building the stability and
strength required for intermediate and
advanced technical work. Students will
focus on mastery of intermediate and
advanced work on both demi-pointe
and pointe as well as professionalism
and artistry in order to prepare them
for the rigors of higher education
and/or professional work. Students
must obtain instructor approval or
COCA placement class. Students are
encouraged to enroll in additional
Advanced classes.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:45–3:10PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:45–3:10PM
$280
FALL
8164 | Adam Sage
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
FALL
8165 | Adam Sage
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
Ballet: Advanced Pointe &
Variations 1
to further develop a repertoire of
intermediate/advanced pointe, and
introduce solos and/or choreography
from classical repertoire. Students
Intermediate 4 and Ballet:
Intermediate Pointe. Students must
also register for Ballet: Advanced 1
at 5:30PM as a warm-up class.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
Ballet: Advanced Pointe &
Variations 2
WINTER/SPRING
8305 | Adam Sage
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
Ages 14 & up This class involves
complex step combinations comprised
of advanced ballet vocabulary and
classical variations including solos
and/or choreography from classical
repertoire. Students must have
completed Ballet: Advanced Pointe
& Variations 1. Students must also
register for Ballet: Advanced 2 at
5:30PM as a warm-up class.
WINTER/SPRING
8306 | Adam Sage
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM
$280
FALL
8237 | Adam Sage
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8307 | Adam Sage
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8366 | Adam Sage
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
FALL
8166 | Adam Sage
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
Ballet: Men’s Class Advanced
Ages 14 & up This class is designed to
develop the strength and athleticism
necessary to master the jumps, turns
and other exciting performance steps
required of the male dancer. For
intermediate and advanced dancers
only. Students must also register
for Ballet: Advanced or Ballet:
Intermediate 3 at 5:30PM as a warmup class.
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
TEEN & ADULT
Ballet: Teen Beginner
will explore the basics of ballet
including diverse poses and positions,
basic coordination, strength and
alignment, basic musicality and the
rewards of an artistic, process-based
learning experience. No previous
training required.
FALL
8225 | COCA Faculty
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8354 | COCA Faculty
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
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BALLET
TEEN & ADULT
Ballet: Adult Beginner
Ages 16 & up In this class, students will
explore the basics of ballet including
diverse poses and positions, basic
coordination, strength and alignment,
musicality and the rewards of an artistic,
process-based learning experience.
No previous training required.
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 12:00–1:10PM
$270
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 12:00–1:10PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Ballet: Teen Advanced
Beginner
Ages 11 to 18 This class will build on
the work accomplished in Ballet: Teen
Beginner by establishing a reliable
vocabulary of elementary poses and
emphasizing correct execution and
strengthening while encouraging
the values to be found in the artistic
process. Students must have
completed Ballet: Teen Beginner or
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:15–3:40PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:15–3:40PM
$280
DANCE ENRICHMENT
Ballet: Teen & Adult
Advanced Beginner
Ballet: Adult Intermediate
Ages 16 & up This class will build on
the work accomplished in Ballet: Adult
Beginner and Ballet: Teen Beginner
by establishing a reliable vocabulary
of elementary poses and emphasizing
correct execution and strengthening
while encouraging the values to be
found in the artistic process. Students
must have completed Ballet: Adult
Beginner, Ballet: Teen Beginner or
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–3:25PM
$280
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 9:30–10:55AM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 2:00–3:25PM
$280
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Floorbarre 1
Ballet: Adult Advanced
Beginner
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 9:30–10:55AM
$280
Ages 16 & up This class will build on
the work accomplished in Ballet: Adult
Beginner by establishing a reliable
vocabulary of elementary poses and
emphasizing correct execution and
strengthening while encouraging
the values to be found in the artistic
process. Students must have
completed Ballet: Adult Beginner or
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 12:00–1:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 12:00–1:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Ballet: Adult Intermediate/
Advanced
Ages 16 & up This two-year class will
focus on movements en tournant (with
turning elements) leading directly into
preliminary pirouette forms, longer
adagios in the center involving poses
held on demi-pointe and jumps
involving batterie (beats). First-year
students will learn new material, while
second-year students will work toward
technical mastery. Students must have
completed Ballet: Adult Intermediate
or demonstrate appropriate skills in a
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
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Stretch & Strengthen
Ages 16 & up Designed to solidify
elementary technique and increase
strength by adding greater movement
repetitions and work on demi-pointe,
this class will explore the use of
expression and epaulement as well
as elementary turning movements
while preserving the importance of the
artistic process and developing artistic
expression. Students must have
completed Ballet: Adult Advanced
Beginner or demonstrate appropriate
to be a supplemental workout for
intermediate dancers. Class will
involve a brief floor warm-up followed
by stretching exercises specifically
designed to support the physical
demands of dance. For intermediate
dancers only.
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
Ages 11 to 18 Exercises in this class
are designed to create an awareness
of the body by correcting and
refining body alignment, building and
stabilizing core strength, increasing
flexibility and enhancing artistic
expression. For intermediate dancers
only. No Class Passes accepted.
FALL
8235 | COCA Faculty
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8378 | COCA Faculty
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
Floorbarre 2
Ages 15 to 18 Exercises in this class
are designed to create an awareness
of the body by correcting and
refining body alignment, building and
stabilizing core strength, increasing
flexibility and enhancing artistic
expression. For advanced dancers
only. No Class Passes accepted.
Character Dance
Ages 11 to 18 Character dance
is based on folk dances of various
nationalities, stylized and heightened
to theatrical proportions. Classical
and contemporary dancers consider
character dance a critical part of
training because it produces clarity of
movement, sureness of gesture and
rhythmic feeling through the technique
of syncopated accents.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
West African Dance
Ages 12 & up This class is designed
to give students a great workout and
improve musicality and flexibility while
teaching them about Africa and its rich
culture. Classes will be accompanied
by live drumming when available. No
FALL
8081 | Diadie Bathily
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
Choreography
will develop personal movement
vocabulary and innovative composition
skills. Works created in this class
will be presented at the Emerging
Choreographers Concert at the
conclusion of the Winter/Spring
semester at COCA. For advanced
dancers only. First semester
participation is required for second
semester registration.
FALL
8239 | Adam Sage
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8376 | Adam Sage
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
Hip-Hop Choreography
Ages 13 & up In this class, students
will learn to take the ordinary and make
it extraordinary! Students will develop
commercial hip-hop movement
skills to fully understand the creative
process in its entirety. Works created
in this class will be presented at the
Emerging Choreographers concert at
the conclusion of the Winter/Spring
FALL
8073 | Anthony “Redd” Williams
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
EARLY CHILDHOOD
GUIDELINES
Children must have
reached the minimum age
for enrollment by the first
day of class. Classes for
students ages 3 and up
are independent classes
and do not require parent
participation. Children must
be fully potty-trained to
attend independent classes.
Registration for parent and
child classes is required for
child only. Parents need not
register, but must attend.
PARENT & CHILD
Shall We Dance?
Ages 24 to 36 months This class is
designed to introduce toddlers to the
general elements and skills of dance
such as balance, body patterning
and developmentally appropriate
locomotor skills. This class is specially
designed for toddlers and parents.
Registration for parent and child
classes is required for child only.
Parents need not register, but must
attend.
Dramatic Play
INDEPENDENT EXPLORATION
Ages 4 to 6 The foundation for
acting begins with dramatic play and
imagination development. Using
familiar narratives as well as original
ideas, children will enter into their
imaginations to create characters and
stories. Through both teacher-guided
and student-driven “play,” children
will better understand theatre as a
storytelling art form. This is the perfect
introduction for children beginning
their performing arts journey. No
At the Ballet
Ages 3 to 4 Designed to be a child’s
first independent exploration into
dance, this class will introduce children
to the elements and skills of dance
such as coordination, movement
quality, and developmentally
appropriate locomotor skills.
FALL
7992 | Elise Thorpe
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 10:30–11:15AM
$235
FALL
7993 | Katey Winget
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 3:30–4:15PM
$235
FALL
7994 | Sarah McDoniel
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:45AM
$235
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:45PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8387 | Katie Scarato
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 10:30–11:15AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8388 | Katey Winget
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 3:30–4:15PM
$235
FALL
7989 | Elise Thorpe
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 9:30–10:15AM
$190
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:45AM
$235
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:45AM
$190
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:45PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 9:30–10:15AM
$190
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Little Happy Feet
Ages 4 to 6 Does your child have a
lot of energy and like to make a lot
of noise? In this basic tap and rhythm
class, children will channel their energy
into creative expression. Emphasis
will be placed on recognizing basic
rhythms, counting and developing
movement control. Tap shoes are
required.
FALL
8006 | COCA Faculty
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM
$235
FALL
8007 | Nicole DeRosa
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM
$235
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM
$235
Pre-Ballet 1
to develop foundational dance
movement skills in an imaginative
setting. Children will be introduced to
concepts such as rhythm, pattern and
exploratory dance compositions as
well as developmentally appropriate
locomotor skills.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 1:00–1:55PM
$235
FALL
8009 | Susan Kopp
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:30–5:15PM
$235
FALL
7998 | Katey Winget
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:15–5:10PM
$235
FALL
8010 | COCA Faculty
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:00–4:45PM
$235
FALL
7999 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:00–11:55AM
$235
Ages 5 to 6 In this class, children
will have the opportunity to explore
movement concepts, musical
connections and developmentally
appropriate locomotor skills from a
ballet-based aesthetic.
FALL
8011 | Shannon Piwowarczyk
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:45AM
$235
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM
$235
FALL
8002 | Elise Thorpe
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:45–5:40PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8392 | Susan Kopp
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:30–5:15PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 1:00–1:55PM
$235
FALL
8003 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–12:55PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8393 |COCA Faulty
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:00–4:45PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8400 | Katey Winget
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:15–5:10PM
$235
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–2:55PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8394 | Shannon Piwowarczyk
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:45AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8401 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8404 | Elise Thorpe
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:45–5:40PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
8405 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–12:55PM
$235
Pre-Ballet 2
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 2:00–2:55PM
$235
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:45AM
$190
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FITNESS
HIP-HOP
Cardio Ballet
BEGINNER
Ages 16 & up This class is an
energizing ballet-based fitness class
designed to lengthen and strengthen
muscles through low-impact barre and
mat exercises. No previous training
required.
Hip-Hop: Beginner 1
(Younger Students)
to introduce the simplest hip-hop
concepts to beginner students.
Students will learn hip-hop history
as well as movement basics such as
vertical and horizontal lines, low and
high levels of movement, simple
transitions, and energy levels. They will
learn to count music and dance on the
beat in beginner-level choreography
that builds each week. Students must
be entering first grade or above to
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 11:30–12:25PM
$160
FALL
8148 | Sara Patino
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:15–8:10PM
$160
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 11:30–12:25PM
$160
FALL
8048 | Ebony Bryant
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8413 | Sara Patino
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:15–8:10PM
$160
FALL
8049 | Aeren J. Bates
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
8051 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
Cardio Hip-Hop
Ages 16 & up Enjoy the best of both
worlds in this exciting class that burns
fat and builds stamina. Get in shape
and learn cutting-edge dance moves
and techniques. No previous training
required.
FALL
8150 | Mohammed Ghraiz
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:25PM
$160
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:25PM
$160
Move for Your Health
Ages 50 & up A healthy body has
strength, flexibility and endurance.
In this class, students will split time
between Pilates-based exercises
designed to strengthen core abdominal,
back and pelvic muscles and modern
dance movements that contribute to
overall balance, coordination, grace
and creative expression. No previous
training required.
FALL
8147 | Alice Bloch
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 10:30–11:25AM
$160
WINTER/SPRING
8417 | Alice Bloch
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 10:30–11:25AM
$160
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FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8433 | Ebony Bryant
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8436 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
Hip-Hop: Beginner 1
Hip-Hop: Beginner 2
(Older Students)
Ages 8 to 10 This class is designed to
introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts
to beginner students. Students will learn
hip-hop history as well as movement
basics including vertical and horizontal
lines, low and high levels of movement,
and simple transitions. They will learn
to count music and dance on the beat
in beginner-level choreography that
builds each week. No previous training
required.
introduce elementary hip-hop concepts
that build upon the beginner basics.
Students will learn diagonal lines, low,
medium and high levels of movement,
changes in energy levels, dancing on
the beat and emphasizing accent beats
in elementary-level choreography that
builds each week. Students must have
completed at least one year of hip-hop
FALL
8045 | Ebony Bryant
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
FALL
8046 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8430 | Ebony Bryant
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8431 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
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HIP-HOP
INTERMEDIATE
ADVANCED
TEEN & ADULT
Hip-Hop: Intermediate 1
Hip-Hop: Advanced
Hip-Hop: Teen Beginner
will be given choreography at a
quicker pace, with more detail and
changes in musical tempos. Students
will focus on attitude and expression
while developing their own sense
of movement in additional freestyle
choreography. Students must have
completed a full year of HipHop: Beginner 3 or demonstrate
placement class.
Hip-Hop: Beginner 3
Ages 8 to 12 This class will work
through more intricate music patterns
and movements including additional
levels and detailed lines. Students
will focus on the technical concepts
so that they gain more confidence as
freestyle work is added to the class.
Students must have completed a
full year of Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 or
FALL
8053 | Ebony Bryant
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8440 | Ebony Bryant
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
COCA is nationally accredited by
the Accrediting Commission for
Community and Precollegiate Arts
Schools (ACCPAS)—Missouri’s only
ACCPAS-accredited school.
FALL
8055 | Ebony Bryant
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8444 | Ebony Bryant
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
to build intermediate hip-hop
concepts such as broken or bent lines,
detailed execution of movement
and energy, coordination, opposition
and counterpoint. Students will
learn to dance with syncopation in
choreographic exercises that draw on
multiple hip-hop styles and build each
week. Students must have completed
at least three years of hip-hop
FALL
8059 | Ebony Bryant
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:30–2:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8446 | Ebony Bryant
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:30–2:25PM
$260
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to explore advanced hip-hop concepts
such as complex lines, shapes and level
changes, subtle and extreme energy
and attitude changes, and dancing
on half, quarter and eighth beats in
choreographic exercises that draw on
multiple hip-hop styles and build each
week. Students must have completed
at least four years of hip-hop training
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
ELECTIVE
Intro to Break Dancing
Ages 9 to 18 In this upbeat class,
students will learn the basics of break
dancing. Throughout class students will
work through acrobatic combinations
of intricate footwork, freezes and
power stances. Students must have
completed Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 or
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
concepts to beginner teen students.
Students will learn hip-hop history as
well as movement basics including
vertical and horizontal lines, low
and high levels of movement, and
simple transitions. They will learn
to count music and dance on the
that builds each week. No previous
training required.
Hip-Hop Choreography
will learn to take the ordinary and make
it extraordinary! Students will develop
commercial hip-hop movement
skills to fully understand the creative
process in its entirety. Works created
in this class will be presented at the
Emerging Choreographers concert at
the conclusion of the Winter/Spring
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
FALL
8065 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
FALL
8064 | Ebony Bryant
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8450 | Ebony Bryant
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 4:00–4:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8449 | Ebony Bryant
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 2:00–2:55PM
$260
Hip-Hop: Adult Beginner
concepts to beginner adult students.
Students will learn hip-hop history as
well as movement basics including
vertical and horizontal lines, low
and high levels of movement, and
simple transitions. They will learn
to count music and dance on the
that builds each week. No previous
training required.
FALL
8067 | COCA Faculty
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:30–1:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8424 | COCA Faculty
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:25PM
$260
STUDENT DANCE
COMPANY AUDITIONS
Advance registration for all
student dance company
auditions is required.
Students auditioning for
more than one company
(two maximum) must
register for and attend both
auditions. Check-in for all
auditions begins 30 minutes
prior to the audition start
time.
Students selected must
pay company dues, enroll
in the required number of
classes and attend company
rehearsals. Financial
assistance is available for
selected students who
qualify.
Ages 10–13
SUN, AUG 14 | 11:30AM–1:00PM
SUN, AUG 21 | 1:30–3:00PM
Ages 14–18
SUN, AUG 14 | 1:30–3:00PM
SUN, AUG 21 | 11:30AM–1:00PM
See page 39 for more information
on COCA’s Student Dance
Companies.
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JAZZ
BEGINNER
Jazz: Beginner 1
will learn introductory jazz technique
including body alignment, elementary
stretching, strength building and
movement to simple rhythms. They
will demonstrate simple movement
combinations in a supportive and
encouraging environment. Students
must be in first grade or above to
FALL
8120 | Libby Salvia
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:15–6:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8463 | Libby Salvia
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:15–6:10PM
$260
Jazz: Beginner 2
will begin to establish good basic
habits of alignment, stretching and
musicality and learn the concepts that
underpin elementary jumps and turns.
Students will have the opportunity to
share simple choreographic patterns
in a supportive and encouraging
environment. Students must have
completed Jazz: Beginner 1 or
FALL
8122 | Libby Salvia
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:15–7:10PM
$260
FALL
8123 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8465 | Libby Salvia
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:15–7:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8466 | Elise Thorpe
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
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JAZZ
Jazz: Beginner 3
Ages 8 to 12 In this class, experienced
beginners will develop a working
knowledge of anatomy for dance,
good stretching habits, basic jumps
and turns that travel across the floor,
and elementary musical expression.
Jazz: Beginner 2 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
8107 | Lee Nolting
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8468 | Lee Nolting
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
Musical Theatre Dance:
Beginner
introduce students to the basic styles
of musical theatre dance. Students
will gain an understanding of jazz and
musical theatre dance movement and
vocabulary, basic musical rhythm and
timing, and an appreciation of the arts
through choreographic patterns that
build each week to music from some
of the most beloved musicals. No
FALL
8114 | COCA Faculty
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:45–6:40PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8488 | COCA Faculty
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:45–6:40PM
$260
INTERMEDIATE
Jazz: Intermediate 1
will develop core strength and stability
while learning to express themselves
musically as well as through a variety
of standard jazz jumps, turns and
movements. Students must have
completed Jazz: Beginner 3 or
FALL
8127 | Lee Nolting
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:00–5:25PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8470 | Lee Nolting
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:00–5:25PM
$280
will explore turns, jumps and more
detailed choreography. This class
will work on mastery of movement
and adding style and artistry for an
individual approach to the technique.
Jazz: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
8129 | Alison Brandon-Watkins
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
THU| JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
school.
will continue to explore stability and
core strength on demi-pointe and with
upper-level intermediate syncopations
and musical phrasing while executing
jumps and turns. Students will also
have the opportunity to choreograph
during selected parts of class.
placement class.
FALL
8125 | Kameron Saunders
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
will explore stability and core strength
in off-axis movement, maximum leg
extension and improvement of musical
phrasing and performance quality
during jumps and turns. Students will
continue to have opportunities to
choreograph during selected parts of
class. Students must have completed
placement class.
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:30–6:55PM
$280
Intermediate 1
help students develop confidence with
musical theatre styles. Students will be
introduced to intermediate-level jazz
and musical theatre dance movement
and vocabulary, intricate musical
rhythms and timing. They will begin
to gain basic skills for auditioning
including the ability to learn quickly
and perform choreography from
various musical theatre dance styles.
Musical Theatre Dance: Beginner or
FALL
8133 | Gina Bon-Perez
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:45–1:40PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:45–1:40PM
$260
Intermediate 2
to help students develop confidence
with musical theatre styles. Students
will gain an intermediate-level
understanding of complex jazz and
musical theatre dance movement
and vocabulary, intricate musical
rhythms and timing. They will build
on skills for auditioning including the
ability to learn quickly and perform
choreography from various musical
theatre dance styles. Students
must have completed Musical
Theatre Dance: Intermediate 1 or
FALL
8135 | COCA Faculty
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:15–12:40PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8492 | COCA Faculty
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:15–12:40PM
$260
ADVANCED
Jazz: Advanced
Ages 14 & up This class is the
culminating jazz class at COCA,
designed to enhance performance
quality and prepare students for
college programs and professional
auditions. Students will demonstrate
off-axis movement and high extension
on demi-pointe, plus the ability to
work with multiple musical layers and
execute complex turns and jumps
at an advanced level. Students will
be responsible for more elaborate
choreography projects in class.
appropriate skills in a placement
class.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:15–6:40PM
$280
FALL
8117 | Lee Nolting
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 11 | 12:30–1:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:15–6:40PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8461 | Lee Nolting
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:55PM
$280
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JAZZ
TEEN & ADULT
Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner
will learn introductory jazz technique
including body alignment, elementary
stretching, strength building and
movement to simple rhythms along
with the basic principles of physical
fitness. Students will demonstrate
simple movement combinations in
class. No previous training required.
Advanced
to help students develop high-level
jazz and musical theatre dance skills.
Students will gain an understanding
of complex musical rhythms and
timing as well as the skills necessary to
audition and perform choreography.
They will work to master the ability
to use movement and expression to
further character development and
plot. Students must have completed
Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate
2 or obtain instructor approval to
enroll for Fall.
FALL
8104 | COCA Faculty
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 8:00–9:10PM
$270
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:15–12:40PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8485 | COCA Faculty
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 8:00–9:10PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:15–12:40PM
$280
FALL
8139 | Margaret Hassenstab
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:15–4:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:15–4:10PM
$260
Jazz: Adult Advanced
Beginner
will build on the work accomplished
in Jazz: Teen and Adult Beginner by
establishing correct body alignment
and stretching, strength building and
movement to simple rhythms along
with the basic principles of physical
fitness. Students will demonstrate
moderate movement combinations in
class. Students must have completed
Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner or
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 12:00–12:55PM
$250
semester. Multi-class discounts apply to
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Jazz: Teen Intermediate
will expand their technical jazz skills
while exploring stability and core
strength in off-axis movement,
maximum leg extension, and
improvement of musical phrasing and
performance quality during jumps and
turns. Students must have completed
placement class.
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Jazz: Adult Intermediate
will continue to establish correct
body alignment and stretching,
strength building, and movement to
intermediate rhythms along with the
basic principles of physical fitness.
Students will demonstrate intermediate
movement combinations across
the floor and on center. Students
must have completed Jazz: Adult
Advanced Beginner or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
Teen Beginner
introduce students to the basic styles
of musical theatre dance. Students
will gain an understanding of jazz and
musical theatre dance movement and
vocabulary, basic musical rhythm and
timing and an appreciation of the arts
through choreographic patterns that
build each week to music from some
of the most beloved musicals. No
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:15–3:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:15–3:10PM
$260
Teen Intermediate
to help students develop confidence
in musical theatre styles. Students
will continue to build on their
understanding of intermediate jazz
and musical theatre dance styles,
vocabulary, musical rhythm and timing.
Students must have three years
of previous dance experience or
FALL
8112 | COCA Faculty
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 6:45–7:55PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8496 | COCA Faculty
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 6:45–7:55PM
$270
COCA PRESENTS
2016–2017
COCA THEATRE COMPANY PRODUCTION OF DISNEY’S
Beauty and the Beast
AGES 5+ A classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped
under an enchantress’ spell, which only needs the power of love to
break. This production features the film’s Academy Award-winning
score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman,
with additional song with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim
Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton. COCA Theatre Company
(CTC) is an auditioned ensemble of students enrolled in COCA’s
Pre-Professional Division. (120 min., includes intermission)
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement
with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials
are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
FIVE SHOWS:
FRI, JUL 21 | 7:00PM
SAT, JUL 22 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
SUN, JUL 23 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
For audition
information, see
page 40.
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MODERN
MODERN
INTERMEDIATE
Modern: Intermediate 1
will fortify and lengthen muscle groups
necessary for a full range of movement.
Class work will involve turning and
jumping designed to introduce dancers
to musicality and spatial awareness.
Students must have completed at
least one year of ballet or modern
BEGINNER
Modern: Beginner 1 & 2
Ages 6 to 10 This class will emphasize
physical alignment and body
awareness as well as coordination,
strength creativity and self-expression
through movement exercises. Students
must be entering first grade or
above to enroll. No previous training
required.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
will engage in movement combinations
to fortify and lengthen muscle groups.
Class work will involve complex
turning and jumping designed to
build musicality and spatial awareness.
Modern: Intermediate 1 or
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:15–5:25PM
$270
will learn modern dance vocabulary
and principles through carefully
designed floor exercises, center
work and combinations that move
across the floor. Students must have
completed Modern: Intermediate 2
FALL
8089 | Mariko Kumanomido
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:55AM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8508 | Mariko Kumanomido
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:55AM
$280
will learn modern dance vocabulary
and develop their understanding of
muscle control and spatial awareness.
They will work with basic principles
of contraction and release, spirals,
oppositions and weight shifts through
center work and combinations that
move across the floor. Students
must have completed Modern:
Intermediate 3 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:55PM
$280
Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for
a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to
ADVANCED
Modern: Advanced
will engage in work from traditional
techniques, concentrating on
Horton and Graham. Curriculum
will include “T” positions, laterals
and hinges designed to improve
extension, balance, turns and jumps.
Combinations will involve longer, more
sophisticated movement phrases that
require strength, speed, flexibility
and musicality. Students must have
completed Modern: Intermediate 4
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 6:15–7:40PM
$280
FALL
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:30–1:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 6:15–7:40PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:55PM
$280
TEEN & ADULT
Modern: Teen & Adult
Beginner
Ages 11 & up This class is geared
toward appropriate learning styles for
teen and adult beginners. Modern
dance training helps develop flexibility,
strength, balance, poise, creativity and
confidence in the body. No previous
training required.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:15–2:10PM
$260
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COCA PRESENTS
2016–2017
COCA’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Uptown
ALL AGES Celebrated Alvin Ailey dancer/choreographer Matthew
Rushing’s Uptown creates an episodic tour through 1920s Harlem
bringing to life the rich artistic activity of the era. The audience
encounters characters both real and fictional and scenes—a busy
street, a rent party, a night at the Savoy ballroom—that highlight
major moments in music, literature, the visual arts and dance.
Marking our 30th Anniversary, COCA brings Uptown to life in a
collaborative production between its five pre-professional dance,
voice and theatre companies as well as with musicians from Jazz St.
Louis in a showcase celebration of the power of the arts. (105 min.,
includes intermission)
FIVE SHOWS:
FRI, APR 7 | 7:00PM
SAT, APR 8 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
SUN, APR 9 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
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SOCIAL & CULTURAL
TAP
Argentine Tango 1: Building
the Basics
BEGINNER
INTERMEDIATE
will be introduced to the fundamentals
of tango, including musicality and basic
tango movement vocabulary such
as connection, walking steps, basic
elements of turning and navigation.
Students will gain improvisational skills,
historical background and social dance
etiquette in a friendly and relaxed
atmosphere. No previous training
required. Partner is not required.
Tap: Beginner 1
Tap: Intermediate 1
FALL
8077 | Jennifer Theby Quinn & Tal Stein
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM
$190
FALL
8015 | COCA Faculty
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM
$190
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
Argentine Tango 2: Beyond
the Basics
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
Ages 18 & up This class is designed to
build on the basics of Argentine tango
established in the beginner class. It will
include new variations and expansion
of the basic vocabulary. This class will
involve both open-and-closed embrace
technique and the methods of
transitioning between them. Students
will expand their improvisational skills
and floorcraft in a safe and supportive
atmosphere. Partner is not required.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 8:00–8:55PM
$190
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 8:00–8:55PM
$190
will be introduced to basic beginnerlevel tap steps and learn how to
articulate the feet. They will learn basic
movement, balance and coordination
as well as elementary rhythm patterns
in an engaging and supportive
environment. Students must be
entering first grade or above to
West African Dance
to give students a great workout and
improve musicality and flexibility while
teaching them about Africa and its rich
culture. Classes will be accompanied
by live drumming when available. No
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
FALL
FRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
FRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
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Salsa
will learn the fundamentals of salsa
dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Students will learn the basic
ingredients of salsa for improvisation
and creativity on the social dance floor.
No previous training necessary, and
no partner required. Street shoes are
not allowed.
FALL
8075 | Lauren Wilmore
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:25PM
$190
WINTER/SPRING
8518 | Lauren Wilmore
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:25PM
$190
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
Tap: Beginner 2 & 3
continue to work beginner tap steps
and learn how to articulate the feet.
Class work is designed to emphasize
rhythm and timing. Students will
work on memorizing combinations as
tempos gradually increase. Students
must have completed Tap: Beginner
1 or demonstrate appropriate skills
in a COCA placement class.
FALL
8022 | Kelly Ging
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8537 | Kelly Ging
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
will review and master the work in
the beginner tap levels and begin to
work on the concepts of dynamics,
accents and “faster meaning smaller.”
Increasingly complex movement
patterns and spatial awareness will be
introduced at the students’ readiness
to assimilate. Students must have
completed Tap: Beginner 2 & 3 or
FALL
8026 | Kelly Ging
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8541 | Kelly Ging
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
Tap: Intermediate 2
will work to master steps learned in
previous levels and focus on increased
awareness of musicality, including
timing, rhythm and counting as well
as the importance of dancing with
a relaxed torso. Students will also
begin to explore rhythm and step
improvisation. Students must have
completed Tap: Intermediate 1 or
Tap: Intermediate 3
will experiment with traveling steps
in different directions and will work
to increase their awareness of timing,
counting, rhythm and dynamics.
Students will develop a sense of
style and have opportunities for
improvisation. Students must have
FALL
8024 | Kelly Ging
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8545 | Kelly Ging
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
FALL
8032 | Kelly Ging
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8543 | Kelly Ging
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
school.
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TAP
TAP
Tap: Intermediate 4
TEEN & ADULT
will experiment with traveling steps
in different directions and work to
increase their awareness of timing,
counting, rhythm and dynamics while
engaging in complex choreographed
combinations. Students will develop a
sense of style and have opportunities
for improvisation. Students must have
FALL
8028 | Kelly Ging
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8547 | Kelly Ging
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
Tap: Intermediate 5/
Advanced
will develop advanced skills including
the ability to execute lengthy,
improvised phrases and complex
choreographed step combinations.
They will gain a knowledge of and
respect for tap history and tap
choreography skills while maintaining
a focus on personal performance
style. Students must have completed
Tap: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
8036 | Kelly Ging
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8549 | Kelly Ging
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Tap: Teen Beginner 1
environment. No previous training
required.
ADVANCED
Tap: Advanced
will develop advanced skills including
the ability to execute lengthy,
improvised phrases and complex
choreographed step combinations.
They will gain a knowledge of and
respect for tap history and tap
choreography skills while maintaining
a focus on personal performance
style. This class will help students
advance their improvisational skills
for the professional environment
through exercises and mock auditions.
Tap: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
8020 | Kelly Ging
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8532 | Kelly Ging
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM
$260
will review and improve upon basic
beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary.
Class work is designed to emphasize
rhythm and timing as tempos gradually
increase. Students must have
completed Tap: Teen Beginner 1 or
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–12:55PM
$260
Tap: Adult Beginner
Tap: Adult Intermediate
FALL
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
FALL
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
TASTE OF COCA:
FAMILY STYLE
Tap: Adult Advanced
Beginner
Tap: Adult Advanced
SAT, AUG 27
environment. No previous training
required.
will review and improve upon
basic beginner-level tap steps and
vocabulary. Class work is designed
to emphasize rhythm and timing as
must have completed Tap: Adult
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 10:00–10:55AM
$260
will review and improve upon
basic beginner-level tap steps and
vocabulary. Class work is designed
to emphasize rhythm and timing as
must have completed Tap: Adult
will develop increasingly sophisticated
skills including the ability to memorize
and execute lengthy, complex and
fast-paced step combinations,
personal style, performance skills,
expanded improvisational techniques
and groundedness, also known as
“using the floor.” Students must have
completed Tap: Adult Intermediate
FALL
8018 | Kelly Ging
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8524 | Kelly Ging
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
10:00AM–2:00PM
FREE | ALL AGES
Join us to learn about all
the ways you can take a
“bite” out of COCA! We’ll
be offering sampler classes
for kids and adults, live
performances and immersive
arts activities—topped off
with a complimentary brunch.
Taste of COCA: Family Style
is a free event!
Pre-registration online is
encouraged.
Reserve your tickets today at
cocastl.org/TasteofCOCA.
HOSTED BY:
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THEATRE
THEATRE
Acting: Beginner 3
BEGINNER
will explore character and motivation
through theatre exercises as they
extend their understanding of theatre
acting. They will develop vocal
range, character physicalization and
understanding of text. Students
will focus on the rehearsal and
performance of two- and three-person
scenes from popular plays for young
audiences. Students must have
completed Acting: Beginner 2 if they
are 9 years old. No previous training
required for students 10 and up.
Creative Drama
Ages 6 to 9 In this class, dramatic play,
story enactment and improvisational
games will help students learn about
theatre while they create scenes about
princesses, robots, superheroes, fairies
and other topics and characters that
engage them. This class is the perfect
introduction for students beginning
their performing arts journey. Students
must be entering first grade or
above to enroll. No previous training
required.
FALL
7913 | Susan Kopp
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
FALL
7894 | Susan Kopp
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
FALL
7895 | Eric Conners
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8582 | Susan Kopp
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8583 | Eric Conners
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM
$260
Acting: Beginner 1
will utilize theatrical exercises and
improvisational activities to enhance
the flexibility and control of their
bodies, voices and imaginations. They
will develop characters, learn the
basics of rehearsing and performing
a play and work on simple reader’s
theatre-style scenes in class. Students
must be entering second grade or
above to enroll and must be able to
read fluently. No previous training
required.
FALL
7897 | Susan Kopp
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
FALL
7898 | Trish Brown
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8565 | Susan Kopp
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
8566 | Trish Brown
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
Acting: Beginner 2
utilize theatrical exercises to enhance
the flexibility and control of their
bodies and voices as they increase
their understanding of ways to convey
specific character choices. They will
develop individual characters and
work on both scripted and improvised
scenes in class. Students must have
completed Acting: Beginner 1 or
FALL
7914 | Eric Conners
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:45–12:40PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8571 | Susan Kopp
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8572 | Eric Conners
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:45–12:40PM
$260
FALL
7910 | Susan Kopp
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
FALL
7911 | Eric Conners
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:45–11:40AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8568 | Susan Kopp
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:30–6:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8569 | Eric Conners
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:45–11:40AM
$260
COCA PRESENTS
2016–2017
INTERMEDIATE
Acting: Intermediate 1
will participate in exercises that further
develop the power of observation and
tap into sense memory. They will work
on voice and diction, stage movement
and character-building approaches.
Students will focus on two- and threeperson scenes from both classic and
contemporary plays as they develop
their acting skills. Students must have
completed Acting: Beginner 3 or
FALL
7916 | Susan Kopp
WED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:45–8:55PM
$270
FALL
7917 | Trish Brown
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:15–11:25AM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8574 | Susan Kopp
WED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:45–8:55PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8575 | Trish Brown
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:15–11:25AM
$270
will engage in acting exercises and
scene work to increase focus and active
listening during scenes, use physical
actions to demonstrate character
choice and define acting objectives in
text. They will also continue to develop
vocal range and articulation. Students
will focus on rehearsing and performing
two-person scenes, monologues and
commercial copy, as well as learning
audition strategies. Students must
have completed Acting: Intermediate
FALL
7919 | Trish Brown
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:30–7:40PM
$270
FALL
7920 | Trish Brown
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:10AM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8577 | Trish Brown
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:30–7:40PM
$270
WINTER/SPRING
8578 | Trish Brown
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:10AM
$270
KENNEDY CENTER ON TOUR
Elephant and Piggie:
We are in a Play
AGES 4+ Based on Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning, best-selling children’s
books, Kennedy Center on Tour presents a romp of a musical. Elephant Gerald
and Piggie sing and dance their way through solutions to fundamental questions
like: What do you wear to a fancy pool costume party? Should you share your ice
cream? And how can two friends play with one toy? With the help of the nutty
back-up singers The Squirrelles, our duo even gets the audience involved in the
action. You’ll be doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! (60 min.)
FOUR SHOWS:
SAT, FEB 25 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
SUN, FEB 26 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
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THEATRE
INTERMEDIATE
Ages 12 to 17 Students will explore
several approaches to strengthen
their acting technique. They will
work on understanding language,
demonstrating control of voice, diction
and dialect as well as posture and
movement, and will learn to approach
period specific work with classic
texts. They will utilize that work in
refining a classic monologue for future
audition use. Students must have
completed Acting: Intermediate 2 or
FALL
7922 | Trish Brown
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:30–12:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8580 | Trish Brown
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:30–12:55PM
$280
ELECTIVES
Improvisation
Ages 8 to 14 Improvisation teaches
poise, quick thinking and cooperation
while developing the ability to create
and communicate both physically
and vocally. In this class, students will
be introduced to improvisational and
theatrical games as a way to learn
fundamental acting skills. They will
practice being present and aware on
stage, listening to fellow students and
working collaboratively while creating
unique characters and situations in
scenes. No previous training required.
FALL
7904 | Ed Reggi
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8585 | Ed Reggi
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
THEATRE
Acting for Musicals
scene work from musical theatre scripts
to increase focus and active listening
during scenes, discover physical
action and define acting objectives.
They will break down musical theatre
songs as monologues and work on
“acting” songs as well as scenes.
Students will focus on the rehearsal
and performance of a two- or threeperson scene in addition to a song. No
FALL
7906 | Ed Reggi
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8559 | Ed Reggi
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
TEEN & ADULT
Acting for Teens
scene work to increase focus and
active listening during scenes, to
discover physical action and to define
acting objectives in text. They will
develop vocal range and articulation
while participating in ensemble and
character development work. Students
scenes as well as monologues. No
FALL
7908 | Ed Reggi
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8561 | Ed Reggi
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
Improvisation for Teens
Acting for Adults
Ages 14 to 17 Students will engage in
improvisation and theatrical games as
ways to learn fundamental acting skills.
Improvisation teaches quick thinking
and cooperation onstage. Student
actors will practice being present and
aware on stage, listening to fellow
actors, and working collaboratively,
while creating unique characters,
situations and scenes. In addition to
rehearsal improvisation, this class will
introduce the elements of performance
improvisation. The class will end with
a culminating performance for friends
and family.
FALL
7924 | Ed Reggi
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8589 | Ed Reggi
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
Improvisation for Adults
Ages 18 & up Improvisation teaches
poise, quick thinking and cooperation
while developing the ability to create
and communicate both physically
and vocally. In this class, students will
participate in improvisational games
and exercises to build confidence and
communication skills. No previous
training required.
FALL
7900 | David Wassilak
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM
$260
will engage in acting exercises
and scene work to increase focus
and active listening during scenes,
discover physical action and define
acting objectives in text. They will
develop vocal range and articulation
while participating in ensemble and
character development work. Students
scenes as well as monologues. No
Spolin Based Improvisation
for Adults*
Ages 16 & up Viola Spolin is the
originator of theatre games, which
form the basis of improvisation.
Improvisation teaches poise, quick
thinking and cooperation while
developing the ability to create and
communicate both physically and
vocally. In this class, students will
participate in improvisational games
and exercises to build confidence and
communication skills. No previous
training required.
FALL
7926 | Ed Reggi
SUN | SEP 11–OCT 23 | 4:00–5:25PM
$150
FALL
7927 | Ed Reggi
SUN | OCT 30–DEC 11 | 4:00–5:25PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8591 | Ed Reggi
SUN | JAN 22–MAR 5 | 4:00–5:25PM
$150
WINTER/SPRING
8592 | Ed Reggi
SUN | MAR 12–APR 23 | 4:00–5:25PM
$150
COCA THEATRE COMPANY
2016–2017 PRODUCTIONS
FALL
MON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
MON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM
$280
Acting: Adult Intermediate
will participate in exercises that further
develop the power of observation and
tap into sense memory. They will work
on voice and diction, stage movement,
physical action and character-building
approaches. Students will focus on
two- and three-person scenes as they
develop their acting skills. Students
must have completed Acting for
Adults or demonstrate appropriate
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:30–2:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:30–2:55PM
$280
AKEELAH AND THE BEE
AGES 11–18
AUDITIONS
FRI, AUG 12 | 4:00–6:00PM
SAT, AUG 13 | NOON–3:00PM
PERFORMANCES
FRI, NOV 4 & SAT, NOV 5, 2016
DISNEY’S
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
AGES 14–18
AUDITIONS
FRI, MAR 10 | 4:00–6:00PM
SAT, MAR 11 | NOON–2:00PM
CALLBACKS
SAT, MAR 11 | 3:00–5:00PM
PERFORMANCES
FRI, JUL 21–SUN, JUL 23, 2017
See page 40 for more information
on the COCA Theatre Company.
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VOICE & MUSIC
BEGINNER
Intro to Singing and
Performance
will learn the fundamentals of proper
vocal technique and the style of
musical theatre singing through
age-appropriate songs. They will also
learn simple dance steps and scenes
to enhance their understanding of
performance practice. The class is
the perfect introduction for students
interested in musical theatre. Students
must be entering first grade to
FALL
7931 | Kristine Gage
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
Musical Theatre Singing
Broadway Singers
will be introduced to technical music
terminology, safe vocal techniques and
exercises that are designed for each
student’s specific skill level. They will
also learn songs and arrangements
from Broadway’s best-known musical
theatre composers. At the conclusion
of each semester, students will perform
for family and friends in the Voice
Showcase at COCA. No previous
training required.
FALL
7950 | Melissa Pickens
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:30–12:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:30–12:25PM
$260
INTERMEDIATE
Voice: Intermediate 1
will learn proper vocal technique,
breath control, music reading skills and
simple stage movement to accompany
musical theatre selections. At the
conclusion of each semester, students
will perform for family and friends in
the Voice Showcase at COCA. No
Ages 11 to 18 This class is for
advanced musicians who are interested
in learning more about music theory
and vocal technique outside of the
ensemble setting. In this class, students
will learn proper vocal techniques, such
as breath support, voice placement,
and posture during singing, as well as
basic music reading skills. No previous
training required.
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 6:00–6:55PM
$260
FALL
7938 | Colin Healy
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
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WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8608 | Colin Healy
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:00–3:55PM
$260
VOICE & MUSIC
Voice: Intermediate 2
Ages 11 to 18 Students will build
upon elements learned in Voice:
Intermediate 1 to further their vocal
training in this class. They will begin
considering the importance of
“acting the song” and start working
on emotional connectedness in their
singing and the vocal techniques that
support this concept. Students will
further their music reading skills with a
theory section and begin connecting
their theory with the music they are
working on in the class. In addition
to technique, they will focus on stage
presence and performance practice.
at least two years of vocal music
training.
FALL
7940 | Colin Healy
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
FALL
7942 | Philip Woodmore
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:25AM
$260
FALL
7941 | Colin Healy
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 3:15–4:10PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8610 | Colin Healy
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 8:00–8:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:25AM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8611 | Colin Healy
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 3:15–4:10PM
$260
ELECTIVES
Voice: Acapella
Ages 11 to 18 Students will learn the
techniques used in acapella music
to replicate instrumentation with
participants’ voices. They will focus on
rhythm, collaboration and musicality
as they learn popular acapella
arrangements of contemporary and
musical theatre numbers. No previous
training required.
ADVANCED
Voice: Advanced
Ages 14 to 18 Students will create
a portfolio of solo music that can be
used for auditions or performances.
The class will be run as a small master
class with limited enrollment. In
addition to their work on a portfolio of
musical selections, students will work
on advanced theory concepts and
begin exploring the piano. They will
also work on critique strategies as they
observe and constructively coach one
another on their solo work. Students
will continue to focus on stage
presence and performance practice as
they integrate their solos into concerts
throughout the year. Students must
have completed Voice: Intermediate
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM
$280
FALL
TUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
TUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM
$260
Voice: Writing for Musicals
Ages 11 to 18 Students will apply
their understanding of music, musical
theatre, and creativity to compose
original musical theatre music.
Students will be guided through
the processes of composition and
songwriting to create individual songs.
They will also have the opportunity to
record their songs at a recording studio
and gain an understanding of music
production. Students are welcome
to bring an instrument or COCA
Faculty can provide accompaniment.
Voice: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate
placement class.
FALL
7946 | Colin Healy
SUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:30–2:55PM
$280
WINTER/SPRING
8616 | Colin Healy
SUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:30–2:55PM
$280
Musical Theatre Styles
will learn musical selections from
favorite Broadway shows across
a myriad of styles—among them
contemporary, classic and operatic.
Students will work on repertoire that
includes solos, duets and ensemble
pieces. At the conclusion of each
semester, students will perform
for family and friends at the Voice
Showcase at COCA.
FALL
SAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:30–1:25PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
SAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:30–1:25PM
$260
TEEN & ADULT
Voice: Singing for Adults
Ages 18 & up This class is an
introductory group vocal music class
for adults which uses songs from a
variety of genres. Students will learn
about proper vocal technique, breath
control, posture, and vocal health as
they work on fun group numbers in a
safe and supportive environment. No
FALL
7944 | Colin Healy
THU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
WINTER/SPRING
8614 | Colin Healy
THU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:00–5:55PM
$260
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ALLEGRO VOCAL ENSEMBLES
STUDENT DANCE COMPANIES
COCA’s student dance companies prepare
young artists in elementary through high school
to discover and achieve more than they’ve ever
imagined. Any student who has the talent, selfdiscipline and passion needed to succeed in a
rigorous arts training program will feel at home in
one of COCA’s student companies. From training
with professional guest artists, to unforgettable
performance opportunities, to individualized
career guidance, we offer a nurturing path for
every student based on their own aspirations,
ideas and perspectives. Members of each
company participate in a minimum of four dance
classes a week at COCA and rehearse one or two
times a week.
ALLEGRO VOCAL ENSEMBLE
COCA’s student vocal ensemble, Allegro, provides vocalists, ages 11–18 years, with a variety of
performance opportunities. The company’s repertoire includes musical theatre, pop and seasonal
arrangements. Students are expected to have knowledge of music reading and are selected by
audition. Allegro rehearses weekly on Saturday afternoons. Students selected will pay dues and
enroll in the appropriate vocal music class level at COCA. Financial assistance is available for
selected students who qualify.
AUDITIONS
THU, AUG 18 | 4:00–6:00PM
Interested students should prepare one song and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be
provided. To register to audition, visit cocastl.org/auditions.
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Allegro company members may also be invited to participate in The Allegro Chamber Choir,
a group of 10–14 advanced vocalists who perform complex choral arrangements for events around
the St. Louis area and COCA. Students are selected by audition from the Allegro Vocal Ensemble
and rehearse an additional two hours per week.
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BALLET ECLECTICA
COCA PRE-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION
SUPPORTERS:
COCADANCE
The Saigh Foundation, Monsanto Fund,
Glassberg Family Foundation, with additional
support from: Mary Strauss, Bank of America,
The Caleb & Julia W. Dula Educational
and Charitable Foundation, the National
Endowment for the Arts, Nordstrom Cares,
The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable
Trust, and Weissman Designs for Dance.
COCA’s ballet company, Ballet Eclectica, provides
COCA’s top ballet students with the opportunity
to study and perform the best of classical and
contemporary ballet.
COCAdance provides COCA’s top dance students
with the opportunity to study and perform the
best of the modern and jazz disciplines.
COCA HIP-HOP CREW
COCA’s Hip-Hop Crew, provides COCA’s top hip-hop students with the opportunity to study and
perform the best in commercial hip-hop dance. The COCA Hip-Hop Crew also casts select adult hiphop performers from the St. Louis region.
AUDITIONS
Advance registration for all student dance company auditions is required. Students auditioning for
more than one company (two maximum) must register for and attend both auditions. Check-in for all
auditions begins 30 minutes prior to the audition start time.
Students selected must pay company dues, enroll in the required number of classes and attend
company rehearsals. Financial assistance is available for selected students who qualify.
Ages 10–13
Ages 14–18
SUN, AUG 14 | 11:30AM–1:00PM
SUN, AUG 14 | 1:30–3:00PM
SUN, AUG 21 | 1:30–3:00PM
SUN, AUG 21 | 11:30AM–1:00PM
To register to audition, visit cocastl.org/auditions.
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COCA THEATRE COMPANY
COCA PRESENTS 2016–2017
The COCA Theatre Company (CTC) enables young actors to perform in professional productions
of thoughtfully selected plays and musicals, including the COCA Summer Musical. Guest directors,
music directors, choreographers and designers lead the creative teams, providing student cast
members with opportunities to work with some of the top regional theatre professionals. Shows
are cast by open call auditions and rehearse four to five times per week. Cast members pay a
participation fee for each production, with financial assistance available for selected students who
qualify.
2016–2017 PRODUCTIONS
AKEELAH AND THE BEE
Akeelah has a crazy passion for words: the more abstruse and
labyrinthine, the better. But this gift is almost overwhelmed by
the challenge of her daily life in a tough, Chicago neighborhood.
Akeelah’s aptitude earns her a spot in the National Spelling Bee,
which inspires the people in her neighborhood with her courage
and tenacity.
AGES 11–18
AUDITIONS
FRI, AUG 12 | 4:00–6:00PM & SAT, AUG 13 | Noon–3:00PM
PERFORMANCES
FRI, NOV 4 & SAT, NOV 5, 2016
SPECIAL TOURING
ENGAGEMENTS
FEATURED STUDENT COMPANY PERFORMANCES
Students should prepare a monologue and bring a resume and headshot. Those
cast must pay a $195 participation fee; financial assistance is available.
The Ugly Duckling &
The Tortoise and The Hare
The Little Dancer
Uptown
DEC 9–11, 2016
Ages 4+
APR 7–9, 2017
All Ages
Momentum
Disney’s
Beauty and the Beast
DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
A classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped under an
enchantress’ spell, which only needs the power of love to break.
This production features the film’s Academy Award-winning score
with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, with
additional song with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim
Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton.
Presenting Sponsor: Mary Strauss
AGES 14–18
OCT 22–23, 2016
Ages 4+
Elephant and Piggie:
We are in a Play
FEB 25–26, 2017
Ages 4+
MADE POSSIBLE BY
JAN 28–29, 2017
Ages 6+
JUL 21–23, 2017
Ages 5+
SERIES SPONSORS
AUDITIONS
FRI, MAR 10 | 4:00–6:00PM & SAT, MAR 11 | Noon–2:00PM
Mary Strauss
CALLBACKS
SAT, MAR 11 | 3:00–5:00PM
The Mary Ranken Jordan and
Ettie A. Jordan Charitable Foundation
PERFORMANCES
FRI, JUL 21–SUN, JUL 23, 2017
COCA CORE SPONSOR
SEASON MEDIA SPONSOR
HOTEL SPONSOR
Students should prepare a monologue and 32 bars of a song. They should bring
a resume and headshot. Those cast will be asked to pay a $295 participation fee;
financial assistance is available.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized
performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
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COCAedu
COCAedu
COCAedu is a nationally recognized model of excellence for arts education. Since 1992, the
program has provided arts programming to thousands of students and dedicated educators
throughout the St. Louis region, breaking through economic and transportation barriers. For
more information, visit cocastl.org/cocaedu.
IN-SCHOOL RESIDENCIES
ALL AGES
In these 4- or 8-week residencies led by COCA teaching artists, students will design and create
a large scale piece of art. Through structured conversation, and as a part of the design process,
students will identify and create personally meaningful symbols to express the concepts explored in
Outside In: Paint for Peace.
Participating teachers have the opportunity to schedule a field trip for their students to visit the
exhibition and receive a copy of Painting for Peace in Ferguson by Carol Swartout Klein.
OUTSIDE IN: PAINT FOR PEACE
MILLSTONE GALLERY AT COCA | AUGUST 27–OCTOBER 30, 2016
Showcasing the power of the arts, COCA presents a selection of the murals painted on the boarded-up storefronts by amateur and professional artists in the days and weeks following the 2014
protests in Ferguson, MO. Guest curated by Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris, Outside In: Paint for Peace is
presented in collaboration with the Sheldon Art Galleries, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and
Carol Swartout Klein, author of the award-winning children’s book Painting for Peace in Ferguson.
Additional presenting and program partners include the Ferguson Youth Initiative, Missouri History
Museum and the Vaughn Cultural Center.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
WED, SEP 14, 2016 | K–8 TEACHERS | 4:30–7:00PM
Learn how to engage students in lessons and dialogue about COCA’s exhibit Outside In: Paint for
Peace using visual art, observation and description. Participants will be guided through a stepby-step art project, which they can later replicate in their classrooms. Throughout the workshop,
teachers will reflect on how to use these experiences as a point of integration with social studies and
communication arts curricula.
FIELD TRIPS
ALL AGES
See page 7 for information on the exhibition Outside In: Paint for Peace.
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Teachers and art specialists are invited to schedule 45-minute group visits to Outside In: Paint for
Peace in the COCA Millstone Gallery. To schedule an Outside In: Paint for Peace field trip, contact
Sarah Bliss at 314.561.4859 or [email protected].
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SUPPORT THE COCA ANNUAL FUND
COCA is a not-for-profit organization that brings people from all
corners of our community together to experience the joy and
personal growth offered by the arts.
With a core value of accessibility, COCA annually provides nearly $1 million in
support for arts education programs to over 4,000 students in low-income schools
and communities around St. Louis, plus scholarships and support services for
students to participate in programs on-site at COCA.
Your gift supports all of COCA’s programs that are changing lives, creating a strong
and robust community, and playing a large role in developing the leaders of today
and tomorrow.
Because of generous donors like you, COCA can continue serving
our community.
SUPPORT THE COCA ANNUAL FUND
Help COCA continue to transform lives through the arts.
Every gift makes a difference! To make a donation, visit cocastl.org/donate or return this form with your class registration.
YES! I want to support the COCA Annual Fund with a gift of
$25
$50
$100
$250
Other: _______
Consider joining the Richard Baron Leadership Circle, a group of generous supporters who have committed to helping
COCA achieve our most ambitious goals, with a gift of $1,500 or more.
Payment Options
Donate at cocastl.org or by
Check
Charge (Visa, MasterCard or Discover)
Monthly Installments of ______/mo.
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Double or triple your impact! More than 1,000 companies offer a matching gift program.
I have submitted a matching gift form to (Name of Company): __________________________
Donor Information
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Tribute Fund I would like to make a donation in honor of a special person.
Please provide contact information for the person to be notified of this gift:
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Please send me information on making a planned gift to COCA.
For more information, contact Sophia Garner, Director of Development, at 314.561.4872 or [email protected].
COCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and does not receive United Way or any taxpayer support. Contributions are eligible for tax
deduction to the limit allowable by law.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
IT’S EASY TO REGISTER!
Registration begins July 1, 2016.
ONLINE
cocastl.org/register
BY MAIL
Print out a form online and return with payment
(checks ONLY) to:
COCA, Attn: Registration
524 Trinity Avenue | St. Louis, MO 63130
Cash & credit card registrations are not accepted by mail.
IN PERSON
Visit the Registration Office during office hours.
Registrations are not accepted via fax or phone.
REGISTRATION OFFICE HOURS
Summer
SAT–SUN | CLOSED
Fall & Winter/Spring
SAT–SUN | CLOSED
The Registration Office will be open 9:00AM–3:00PM on the
following Saturdays ONLY:
2016: SEP 3 | SEP 10 | SEP 17 | SEP 24
2017: JAN 14 | JAN 21 | JAN 28 | FEB 4
REGISTRATION OFFICE
314.561.4898 | [email protected]
REGISTRATION FEE: COCA charges a non-refundable annual
registration fee of $30 per person. The registration fee will
automatically be added to your online order, if needed.
Students can be waitlisted online without purchasing the
registration fee.
CONFIRMATION: COCA will email confirmation of your
registration. If you have not received it within two weeks, please
contact the Registration Office.
MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNTS: Students registering for three or
more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied
per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to fullsemester classes only.
1 & 2 CLASSES: Always full price
3 & 4 CLASSES: $60 off those classes
5+ CLASSES: $100 off those classes
PAYMENT PLANS: A 25% down payment, $10 processing fee
and the annual registration fee are required upon registration.
Your credit card or checking account will automatically be billed
in equal payments on September, October and November 15
(Fall) or February, March and April 15 (Winter/Spring) for the
remaining equal payments. Payment plans may be used for fullsemester classes only.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: COCA is pleased to offer need-based
financial assistance. The annual application period is July 1–31;
applications are available online and at COCA during this time.
Visit cocastl.org or email [email protected] for more
information. Additional application periods will be offered as funds are
available.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/SPECIAL NEEDS: If you or your child
has food allergies or special needs, please list them on the Registration
Form or contact the Registration Office.
CHILD SAFETY: To ensure your child’s safety, please pick him/her
up promptly after class or rehearsal. Children are under supervision
during their instruction time only; faculty and staff are not responsible
for supervising children outside of teaching time. Children waiting
in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after classes are not
supervised by faculty or staff members.
CLASS PASSES: For professional performing artists and college
students ONLY, the Class Pass allows users to “drop in” to classes at
their convenience, regardless of their busy rehearsal and performance
schedules. Class Passes are meant for experienced dancers and can
only be used for intermediate- and advanced-level dance classes.
Class Passes can be purchased online or in person at the Registration
Office. Participation in classes is subject to availability.
PLACEMENT CLASSES: At the beginning of the year, all students
are carefully placed in classes appropriate for their technical level.
The first three weeks of each semester is considered the placement
period; however the COCA artistic staff reserves the right to move
students as needed throughout the semester depending upon their
technical progression. You are not required to register before taking
a placement class; however a spot in the class is only guaranteed if
you are registered for the full semester. Tuition is not pro-rated if you
register for the class after the placement trial. To take a placement
class, simply visit the front desk or the COCA Registration Office
prior to the class to pick up the appropriate paperwork. Afterward,
the instructor will provide feedback and a recommendation for class
registration.
MAKE-UP POLICY: Students who miss class due to injury, illness or
personal absences are allowed to make up classes. Absences caused
by inclement weather, class cancellation and building closures are not
required to be made up, but it is highly encouraged. Students make
up a class by completing the Make-Up Form and giving the form to
the instructor for the class make up. Make-Up Forms are available
at the front desk, in the Registration Office and online on COCA’s
website. If Make-Up Forms are missing information or are illegible, to
the point where Patron Services cannot process them, the make-up
class will not count toward attendance. Students are allowed to attend
another section of the class if it meets on a different day or a class in
the same discipline of a lower level. Missed classes must be made
up by the end of the semester. We do not pro-rate classes for late
registrations.
FOR PLACEMENT QUESTIONS, CONTACT:
ART & DESIGN, THEATRE, VOICE & MUSIC
Shawna Flanigan, [email protected]
BALLET, DANCE ENRICHMENT
Antonio Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]
EARLY CHILDHOOD, FITNESS, JAZZ, MUSICAL THEATRE
DANCE, SOCIAL & CULTURAL, TAP
Kelly Ging, [email protected]
HIP-HOP, MODERN
Kirven Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]
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REGISTRATION FORM
C O C A FA L L C L A S S E S 2 0 1 6 – 2 0 1 7
P L E A S E P R I N T. S U B M I T A S E P A R A T E R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R M F O R E A C H S T U D E N T. C O M P L E T E B O T H S I D E S .
STUDENT INFORMATION
NAMEMAIN CONTACT PARENT/GUARDIAN IF UNDER 18
DATE OF BIRTH
FALL ‘16 GRADE
GENDER
M
EMAIL ADDRESS REQUIRED. RECEIPTS SENT VIA EMAIL
F
HOME TELEPHONE
CELL PARENT/GUARDIAN
WORK
(
(
(
PLEASE INCLUDE AREA CODE
)
)
HOME ADDRESS
CELL PHONE PROVIDER
)
CITY
STATE
NAME OF STUDENT’S SCHOOL
AGREE TO RECEIVE
TEXT MESSAGES
FROM COCA*:
YES
NO
ZIP CODE
PARENT’S EMPLOYER
SPECIAL NEEDS PLEASE LIST MEDICATIONS, ALLERGIES, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES OR BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME
RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT
PLEASE INCLUDE AREA CODE
HOME TELEPHONE
CELLWORK
(
(
)
)
(
)
REGISTRATION POLICIES
WITHDRAWALS/REFUNDS: Tuition fees will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee per
class, if you submit a withdrawal form (available at COCA or online) by September 3, 2016.
Registration fees are non–refundable. COCA offers no refund or credit for missed class
days due to illness, schedule conflicts or for any other reason. Please see make-up policy
for additional information.
CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that enrollment does not reach the required
number for a particular class, or circumstances arise beyond COCA’s control, COCA
reserves the right to cancel. You will be notified, and we will be happy to work with you
to find a suitable replacement. If no replacement can be settled upon, COCA will refund
your money in full, less your non-refundable registration fee.
MEDICAL WITHDRAWALS: COCA offers no refund or credit after the withdrawal
deadline except for documented medical conditions. You must submit a withdrawal form
and documentation on physician’s letterhead. Medical withdrawals must be submitted
before the last day of your or your child’s class. Tuition will be refunded less the $25
processing fee per class.
BUILDING CLOSURES: If severe weather, a power outage or unforeseen circumstances
necessitate the closing of any COCA program, COCA is not responsible for providing a
make-up session, credit or refund. COCA provides information about closings via text
messages, on local media outlets and at cocastl.org and 314.725.6555.
CHILD SAFETY: To ensure child safety, parents/guardians must pick up students
promptly after class. Children waiting in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after
classes are NOT supervised by staff or faculty.
TRANSFERS: COCA offers the opportunity for students to transfer to another class if
space is available. Transfer forms are available in the front lobby and the Registration
Office. The deadline to transfer is September 24, 2016.
MAKE-UP POLICY: Any classes missed can be made up by attending another class at
the same or lower level within the same semester. Make-up forms are available at COCA
and cocastl.org/register.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: COCA does offer payment plan opportunities. COCA
reserves the right to suspend or terminate instruction and performance participation for
students who do not meet their financial obligations. Students are liable for the full cost
of tuition. Students with outstanding balances will NOT be allowed to re-register until the
balance is paid in full.
RETURNED PAYMENT POLICY: It is COCA’s policy to charge a $25 processing fee for
any returned payments (checks or credit cards). Those whose payments are returned may
lose the privilege to pay via check, credit card and payment plans.
*Text messages are used to send building closure information.
RELEASE AND CONSENT
RELEASE/WAIVER: I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless COCA and its employees from and against any and all claims for personal injuries or damages of any kind arising
from participation in the COCA program. Furthermore, I authorize COCA staff and faculty to seek emergency medical help for me and/or my child if this becomes necessary. I agree
to indemnify and hold harmless COCA personnel in seeking medical care for me and/or my child. I realize that every effort will be made by COCA staff to contact me in the event of a
medical emergency involving my child.
IMAGE CONSENT: I agree that COCA may use my and/or my child’s likeness in the routine promotion of its programs and for other non-commercial applications.
FIELD TRIP CONSENT: I give permission for my child to leave the premises for field trips supervised by adult staff members. I understand that I will have advance information about the date,
time and location of the field trip.
COCA POLICIES AGREEMENT PARENT/GUARDIAN OR ADULT STUDENT SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR ENROLLMENT
I have read and agree to ALL of the above policies, releases and consent.
Date
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SIGNATURE
Please call us with any questions about placement or registration 314.561.4898.
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REGISTRATION FORM
FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE
MONDAY
P L E A S E P R I N T. S U B M I T A S E P A R A T E R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R M F O R E A C H S T U D E N T. C O M P L E T E B O T H S I D E S .
COCA REGISTRATION
9:30–10:55AM SELECT CLASSES
CLASS CODE
CLASS TITLE
2065
NO
x YES
Sample program
I F F ULL, A DD ME TO WA IT LIST
YES
NO
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YES
NO
YES
NO
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NO
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NO
YES
NO
$30 REGISTRATION FEE PER STUDENT
Take as many classes or camps as you choose for one annual registration fee. This fee is non-refundable.
CLASS DATE
10:00–10:55AM Tap: Adult Advanced Beginner
Ages 16 & up 8013
TUITION
Sep 6–Dec 13
$280
Purchase
$
Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester.
3rd & 4th Class: $60 off those classes
5th & above: $100 off those classes
PAYMENT INFORMATION
-$
Payment plan option for early registrants ($10 service charge). A 25% down payment, registration fee and $10 processing fee are required
upon registration. Your credit card or checking account will automatically be billed in equal payments on September, October and November 15 for
the remaining equal payments.
$
DATES OF AUTOMATIC WITHDRAWAL
TOTAL
September 15, October 15, November 15
PAYMENT ENCLOSED
Only checks are accepted as payment for mailed registration forms.
To pay by credit card, please register online or in person in COCA’s Registration Office.
To pay by cash, please register in person in COCA’s Registration Office.
How did you hear about COCA’s Arts Classes? Check all that apply.
Have attended before
On-site at COCA
Television
From a friend
Facebook/Twitter
Internet
COCA website
Newspaper/Magazine
COCA partner/sponsor
Direct mail
Radio
COCA e-blast/e-newsletter
Online community events calendar
(stltoday.com, etc.)
Other (please specify)
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
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Bio
Process & Conf.
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NOTES:
QUESTIONS
Please call us with any questions about placement or registration 314.561.4898. Thank You.
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Social & Cultural: Salsa
Ages 18 & up 8075
$190
$280
7:15–8:55PM Art & Design: Fashion Design & Construction
Ages 11 to 16 7056
$280
$260
7:30–8:55PM Tap: Advanced
Ages 13 to 18 8020
$280
7:30–8:55PM Jazz: Teen Intermediate
Ages 11 to 18 8102
$280
Theatre: Acting for Adults Ages 18 & up 7902 $280
11:00–11:55AM Jazz: Adult Advanced Beginner
Ages 16 & up 8098
$260
SUBTOTAL $
Current
Ballet: Adult Intermediate
Ages 16 & up 8152
7:30–8:25PM 12:00–12:55PM Jazz: Adult Intermediate
Ages 16 & up 8100
$260
4:15–5:10PM Ballet: Beginner 1
Ages 6 to 8 7:30–8:55PM $260
4:30–5:25PM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 7894
$260
TUESDAY
4:30–5:25PM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet
Ages 4 to 6 8006
$235
4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Older Students)
Ages 8 to 10 8045
$260
4:30–5:55PM Modern: Intermediate 4
Ages 13 to 18 8083
4:30–5:55PM 8179
9:30–10:15AM Early Childhood: Shall We Dance? Ages 24 to 36 mo. 7989
$190
10:30–11:15AM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7992
$235
11:30–12:25PM Fitness: Cardio Ballet Ages 16 & up 8143
$160
$280
Ages 10 to 18 8155
1:00–1:55PM Early Childhood: Pre-Ballet 1 Ages 4 to 5 7997
$235
$280
5:00–5:55PM Ballet: Dance for Boys
Ages 8 to 10 8195
4:15–5:10PM Social & Cultural: West African Dance
Ages 12 & up
8081
$260
$260
Ages 9 to 14 4:15–5:25PM Jazz: Beginner 3 Ages 8 to 12 8107
$260
5:30–6:25PM Theatre: Acting Beginner 1
Ages 7 to 9 7897
$260
4:30–5:25PM Modern: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8085
$260
5:30–6:25PM Tap: Beginner 1
Ages 6 to 9 4:30–5:25PM Ballet: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 9 8201
$260
5:30–6:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students)
Ages 6 to 7 8048
$260
4:30–5:25PM Ballet: K Ages 5 to 6 $260
6:00–7:10PM Art & Design: Intro to Fashion Design
Ages 8 to 10 7954
$270
$235
6:00–7:25PM Ballet: Advanced 1
Ages 14 & up 8160
5:00–5:55PM Theatre: Improvisation Ages 8 to 14 7904 $260
$280
6:00–7:25PM Ballet: Advanced 2 Ages 14 & up 8164
5:00–5:55PM Voice & Music: Introduction to Singing
Ages 6 to 8 7931
$260
$280
6:00–7:25PM Ballet: Intermediate 4
Ages 13 to 18 8175
$280
5:00–5:55PM Tap: Beginner 2 & 3 Ages 7 to 11 8022
$260
6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: Painting & Mixed Media
Ages 18 & up 7958
$295
5:15–6:40PM Jazz: Advanced Ages 14 & up 8116
$280
6:30–7:25PM Theatre: Improvisation for Adults
Ages 18 & up 3673
$260
$280
6:30–7:25PM Tap: Adult Advanced
Ages 16 & up 8018
5:30–7:25PM Ballet: Intermediate 3 Ages 12 to 18 8197
$295
$260
6:30–7:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 3 Ages 8 to 12 8053
Ages 11 to 18 8205 $260
6:30–7:25PM Ballet: Beginner 3 Ages 8 to 11 8190
5:45–6:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Beginner
Ages 9 to 18 8114
$260
$260
6:00–6:55PM Theatre: Acting for Musicals
Ages 11 to 16 7906
8184
8015
$260
(Tuesday continued on next page)
8209
$270
$295
$260
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(Tuesday continued)
6:00–6:55PM Voice & Music: Musical Theatre Singing
Ages 8 to 10 7933
$260
4:30–5:15PM Early Childhood: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 8009
$235
Ages 6 to 7 8049
$260
6:00–6:55PM Tap: Intermediate 3
Ages 11 to 18 8024
5:00–5:55PM Ballet: K Ages 5 to 6 8210
$260
4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2
Ages 9 to 18 8059
$260
6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Comics & Graphic Storytelling 1*
Ages 10 to 13 7960
$150
5:00–5:55PM Dance Enrichment: Floorbarre 1 Ages 11 to 18 8235
$260
$260
6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Manga 1* Ages 10 to 13 7964 $150
5:15–6:10PM Jazz: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 8 8120
$260
4:30–5:25PM Dance Enrichment: Stretch & Strengthen Ages 10 to 18 8241
$260
6:45–7:55PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Teen Intermediate
Ages 11 to 18 8112
$270
Ages 9 to 14 8185
$270
5:00–5:55PM Voice & Music: Singing for Adults
Ages 18 & up 7944
$260
7:00–7:55PM Theatre: Acting for Teens
Ages 14 to 17 7908
5:30–6:25PM Theatre: Acting: Beginner 2 Ages 8 to 10 7910
$260
$260
7:00–7:55PM Voice & Music: Acapella Ages 11 to 18 7935
$260
5:30–6:25PM Tap: Intermediate 2 Ages 10 to 18 8032
$260
5:30–6:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 1
Ages 9 to 13 8055
$260
Ages 9 to 18 8026
$260
6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Figure Drawing
Ages 14 to 18 7969
$150
5:30–6:55PM Ballet: Advanced 2
Ages 14 & up 8166
$280
7:00–7:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango 1
Ages 18 & up 8077
$190
$280
5:30–6:55PM Ballet: Young Men’s Class Intermediate
Ages 11 to 18 8217
$280
7:00–7:55PM Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 1
Ages 14 to18 8233
$260
$280
$295
7:30–8:55PM Art & Design: Comics & Graphic Storytelling 2*
Ages 12 to 16 7962
$150
$280
$295
7:30–8:55PM Art & Design: Manga 2*
Ages 12 to 16 7966
$150
6:15–7:10PM Jazz: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 11 8122
$260
6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: Legomation*
Ages 8 to 12 7971
7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Intermediate
Ages 16 & up 8153
$280
$260
6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: iPad Movie Making*
Ages 8 to 12 7973
$175
8:00–8:55PM Voice & Music: Voice: Intermediate 1
Ages 11 to 18 7937
$260
6:00–6:55PM Tap: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8038 $260
Ages 12 to 18 8028
$260
7:15–8:10PM Fitness: Cardio Ballet Ages 16 & up 8148
$160
6:30–7:40PM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 2
Ages 12 to 17 7919
$270
8:00–8:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango 2
Ages 18 & up 8078
$190
7:30–8:55PM Tap: Intermediate 5/Advanced Ages 13 to 18 8036
$280
6:30–7:25PM Hip-Hop: Intro to Break Dancing
Ages 9 to 18 8057
$260
8:00–9:10PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Advanced
Ages 13 to 18 8104
$270
7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Intermediate/Advanced
Ages 16 & up 8215
$280
Ages 11 to 18 8040
7:45–8:55PM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 13 7916
$270
$260
$260
$260
$175
FRIDAY
4:30–5:55PM Dance Enrichment: Floorbarre 2 Ages 15 to 18 8243
$280
4:30–5:25PM Social & Cultural: West African Dance
Ages 12 & up 8080
$260
$295
$295
5:30–6:55PM Jazz: Intermediate 4
Ages 13 to 18 8131
$280
6:15–7:40PM Modern: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8091
$280
$280
SATURDAY
9:00–9:45AM Early Childhood: Shall We Dance? Ages 24 to 36 mo. 7990
$190
9:00–9:55AM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet Ages 4 to 6 8007
$235
9:00–9:55AM Art & Design: Art & Design Studio 1
Ages 6 to 10 7982
$260
9:00–9:55AM Ballet: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 8 8181
$260
9:00–9:55AM Jazz: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 11 8123
$260
9:00–9:55AM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 7895
$260
9:00–10:10AM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 2 Ages 12 to 17 7920
$270
9:00–10:25AM Voice & Music: Advanced
Ages 14 to 18 7948
9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8158
$280
9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3 Ages 11 to 18 8229
$280
$280
10:00–10:55AM Tap: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8030
$260
THURSDAY
7:00–7:55PM 7:00–7:55PM 7:00–7:55PM 11:00–11:55AM Jazz: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8118
$260
10:30–11:25AM Fitness: Move for Your Health Ages 50 & up 8147
$160
7:30–8:25PM Fitness: Cardio Hip-Hop
Ages 16 & up 8150
$160
12:00–1:10PM Ballet: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8212
$270
12:00–1:25PM Ballet: Adult Advanced Beginner Ages 16 & up 8221
$280
7:30-8:55PM Jazz: Intermediate 3 Ages 12 to 18 8125
10:00–10:45AM Theatre: Dramatic Play
Ages 4 to 6 8011 $280
3:30–4:15PM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7993 $235
4:00–5:25PM Jazz: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8127
$280
7:30–8:55PM Jazz: Intermediate 2 Ages 11 to 18 8129
$280
10:00–10:55AM Art & Design: Art & Design Studio 2
Ages 10 to 13 7983
$260
$235
4:00–4:45PM Early Childhood: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 8010
$235
7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Beginner
Ages 16 & up 8213
Ages 6 to 8 8180
4:15–5:25PM Modern: Intermediate 2 Ages 11 to 18 8087
$270
Ages 11 to 18 7940
$260
$280
8:00–8:55PM Dance Enrichment: Choreography Ages 14 to 18 8239
$260
WEDNESDAY
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$260
$270
$260
Ballet: Men’s Advanced Class Ages 14 & up 8219
$260
Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 2
Ages 14 & up 8237
$260
$280
10:00–10:45AM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7994
$235
$235
$260
10:00–10:55AM Tap: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 9 8016 $260
10:15–11:25AM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 1
Ages 10 to 13 7917
$270
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(Saturday continued)
10:30–11:10AM Ballet: Beginner Pointe 2 Ages 12 to 18 8245
$235
1:15–2:10PM Ballet: Character Dance Ages 11 to 18 8251
$260
1:30–2:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2 Ages 9 to 18 8060
$260
10:30–11:10AM Ballet: Pre-Pointe & Beginner Pointe
Ages 11 to 18 8249
$235
1:30–2:55PM Theatre: Adult Intermediate Ages 18 & up
7929
$280
1:30–2:55PM Voice & Music: Writing for Musicals
Ages 11 to 18 7946
$280
10:30–11:25AM Voice & Music: Intermediate 2
Ages 11 to 18 7942 Ballet: Advanced 1 & 2
Ages 14 & up 8231
$280
2:00–2:55PM Art & Design: Art Studio
Ages 10 to 13 7978
$260
10:30–11:55AM Modern: Intermediate 3 Ages 12 to 18 8089 $280
1:45–3:10PM 2:00–2:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students)
Ages 6 to 7 8051
$260
2:00–2:55PM Hip-Hop: Teen Beginner
Ages 11 to 18 8064
10:45–11:40AM Theatre: Acting: Beginner 2
Ages 8 to 10 7911
$260
2:15–3:10PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Teen Beginner
Ages 11 to 18 8137
$280
2:00–2:55PM Early Childhood: Pre-Ballet 2 Ages 5 to 6 8004 $235
11:00–11:55AM Early Childhood: Pre-Ballet 1 Ages 4 to 5 7999
$235
2:15–3:10PM Ballet: Intermediate Pointe Ages 13 to 18 8247
$260
2:00–3:25PM Ballet: Teen & Adult Advanced Beginner
Ages 16 & up 8223
$280
2:15–3:40PM Ballet: Teen Advanced Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8227
$280
3:00–4:25PM Art & Design: Portfolio Prep
Ages 14 to 18 7980
$280
11:00–11:55AM Tap: Teen Beginner 1 Ages 11 to 18 8043
$260
2:30–3:25PM Art & Design: iPad Images*
Ages 8 to 12 7974
$130
3:00–3:55PM Theatre: Improvisation for Teens Ages 14 to 17 7924
$260
11:15–12:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 2
Ages 12 to 18 8135
$280
3:00–3:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Older Students)
Ages 8 to 10 8046
$260
3:15–4:10PM Voice & Music: Intermediate 2 Ages 11 to 18 7941
$260
11:15–12:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Advanced
Ages 13 to 18 8105
$280
Ages 11 to 18 7938
$260
4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8071
$260
11:15–12:45PM Art & Design: Building Blocks of Architecture*
Ages 6 to 7 7985
$150
3:15–4:10PM Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner Ages 11 & up 8139
$260
4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults*
Ages 16 & up 7926
$150
11:15–12:45PM Art & Design: Building Blocks of Architecture*
Ages 8 to 9 7986
$150
4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Teen Beginner
Ages 11 to 18 8065
$260
4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults*
Ages 16 & up 7927
$150
11:30–12:25PM Voice & Music: Broadway Singers
Ages 10 to 13 7950
$260
4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Choreography
Ages 13 & up 8073
$260
11:30–12:55PM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 3
Ages 12 to 18 7922
$280
5:00–5:55PM Hip-Hop: Advanced
Ages 13 & up 8070
$260
11:45–12:40PM Theatre: Acting: Beginner 3
Ages 9 to 13 7914
SUNDAY
$260
$260
$260
$235
12:00–12:45PM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7995
$235
12:00–12:55PM Modern: Beginner 1 & 2 Ages 6 to 10 8094
12:00–12:55PM Ballet: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 8 8182 $260
$260
12:00–12:55PM Tap: Teen Beginner 2 Ages 11 to 18 8041
$260
Ages 6 to 7 8050 $250
12:00–1:10PM 12:30–1:25PM $270
12:30–1:55PM Jazz: Advanced
Ages 14 & up 8117
$280
Voice & Music: Musical Theatre Styles
Ages 14 to 18 7952
$260
12:30–1:55PM Modern: Advanced
Ages 13 & up 8092
$280
Ages 13 to 18 8177
12:30–1:25PM Hip-Hop: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8067 $260
12:45–1:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 1
Ages 11 to 18 8133
$260
1:00–1:55PM Art & Design: Draw, Paint, Print
Ages 6 to 9 7976
$260
1:00–2:15PM Art & Design: Be an Architect
Ages 10 to 13 7987
$270
1:15–2:10PM
Modern: Teen & Adult Beginner
Ages 11 & up 8096
$260
$235
1:15–2:10PM
Ballet: Teen Beginner
Ages 11 to 18 8225
1:00–1:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 11 8062 $260
Ballet: Beginner 4 Ages 9 to 14 8187
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$260
$260
$260
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SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY
COCA’S EDUCATIONAL APPROACH
At COCA, we place great emphasis on the student-teacher relationship and value a process-based approach
in the studio. COCA’s more than 200 teaching artists are highly qualified in their fields, having professional
experience in their art forms and a depth of teaching expertise. Our goal is to inspire students to develop
not only skills in the arts, but also the artistic process of an artist and the new ways of thinking that quality arts
experiences provide.
COCA’s educational approach is rooted in Studio Habits of Mind, a framework developed by a research team
from Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. This framework helps to define quality teaching
and learning across disciplines, sites and programs, and provides a common language for COCA staff, faculty,
students and the community.
DEVELOP CRAFT
Learning to use tools, materials and artistic conventions, and learning to care for tools, materials and space.
ENGAGE & PERSIST
Learning to embrace problems of relevance within the art world and/or of personal importance; learning to
develop focus conducive to working and persevering at tasks.
Photo by Dorothy Shi
The Ailey School’s Horton Class taught by Ana Marie Forsythe. Photo by Kyle Froman.
HORTON TEACHER WORKSHOP
Ana Marie Forsythe, Chair of the Horton Department
at The Ailey School
August 15–19, 2016 | 11:00AM–4:00PM | COCA
$500* | Activity Code: 7794
*Materials not included.
This exclusive workshop gives dance teachers, dance scholars, and professional dancers the opportunity to
gain a better understanding of the Horton vocabulary, review Horton studies and practice this unique American
modern dance technique under master teacher and scholar of the Horton vocabulary Ana Marie Forsythe.
Enhance your teaching skills and receive an all-inclusive view of the technique. Learn how to train students to
use proper body alignment, improve strength, coordination and flexibility as well as the ability to adapt to all
styles of dance. Each session includes fresh content, lectures, demonstrations, and “hands on” approaches for
teaching all levels of Horton.
Since 1979, Ms. Forsythe has been the Chair of the Horton Department at the prestigious Ailey School. She is
the co-author of The Dance Technique of Lester Horton and the artist director of five Horton technique videos.
“With a sprinter’s upper body strength, a gymnast’s flexible lower back, and a classical dancer’s articulated feet
and legs, Horton dancers are athletic and expressive instruments. The technique produces an overall effect of
fierceness, something many working choreographers desire.”—Dance Magazine
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND MATERIALS
Some knowledge of the Horton Technique is preferred and participants must have three years of teaching
experience. Required materials include the book The Dance Technique of Lester Horton and the DVD Lester
Horton Technique: The Warm-Up. Items may be purchased at Amazon.com.
ENVISION
Learning to picture mentally what cannot be directly observed, and learning to imagine possible next steps in
making a piece.
EXPRESS
Learning to create works that convey an idea, a feeling or a personal meaning.
OBSERVE
Learning to attend to visual contexts more closely than ordinary “looking” requires, and thereby learning to see
things that otherwise might not be seen.
REFLECT
Learning to think and talk with others about an aspect
of one’s work or working process; learning to judge
one’s own work, working process and the work of
others.
STRETCH & EXPLORE
Learning to reach beyond one’s capacities, to
explore playfully without a preconceived plan
and to embrace the opportunity to learn from
one’s mistakes.
UNDERSTAND ARTS COMMUNITY
Learning to interact as an artist with
other artists—in classrooms, in local arts
organizations and across the arts field—and
within the broader society.
Studio Habits of Mind from Studio Thinking, Hetland, Winner,
et al, Teachers College Press, 2007.
Contact the COCA Registration Office at [email protected] or 314.561.4898 with questions.
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