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mprov fitness preschool connect gallery guitar pottery choreography audition
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karate kindergarten explore production saxophone mixed media dance theate
martial arts early childhood advanced special event flute drama metal working
ballet drama adult performances adults introductory happening clarinet sculpture
ap theater yoga elementary inspire concert drums portraiture hip hop fitnes
tage karate teens create recital voice landscape jazz acting fitness seniors learn
performance suzuki drawing choreography improv yoga preschool experience
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gallery exhibit pop ceramics ballet scenery martial arts preschool inspire concer
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Every Art
for
Everyone!
Fall 2013
Catalog
Music, Art, Dance, Drama
Message from the Executive Director
Welcome to Darlington Arts Center, Your Home for All the Arts! We’re looking
forward to a great 2013-2014 season, celebrating our 35th year of providing Music,
Art, Dance and Drama in our community. As a non-profit community arts center, we
work to fulfill our mission to serve the cultural needs of our diverse community.
We are proud of our instructional excellence and friendly atmosphere. I know that
you will not find a better value or a more dedicated group of individuals for your
family’s arts experiences. We truly care about each student and providing high
quality opportunities for community members to:
LEARN the skills of an artist and about yourself
EXPERIENCE professional performances and exhibits
CREATE works of art – visual and performing
CONNECT to other community members and your inner-self
If I can do anything to improve your experience at Darlington, please don’t hesitate
to contact me directly at 610-358-3632 x1 or susan@darlingtonarts.org.
Thanks!
Susan Nicodemus Quinn,
Executive Director
Staff & Board of Directors
Susan Nicodemus Quinn
Executive Director
susan@darlingtonarts.org
610-358-3632 x1
Katie Reilly
Marketing Manager
katie@darlingtonarts.org
610-358-3632 x4
Laura Westmoreland
Program Coordinator
laura@darlingtonarts.org
610-358-3632 x2
Mary Ellen Fogwell
Bookkeeper
610-358-3632 x5
Dawn Stevens
Registrar
dawn@darlingtonarts.org
610-358-3632 x3
Jessica Galletta
Julia Hacker
Administrative Assistants
info@darlingtonarts.org
610-358-3632 x0
Jason Klinger, Caretaker
jason@darlingtonarts.org
Our Teaching Artists
Darlington Arts Center offers the unique opportunity to work with a
variety of professional musicians, visual artists, dancers and actors
all under one roof. All of our Teaching Artists hold degrees and
work professionally in their field. You may view their biographies at
www.darlingtonarts.org/teachingartists.
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Board of
Directors
Alumni
Trustees
Ann Anthony, CTP, President
Lawrence J Lehrfeld, CPA, MBA,
Vice President
Craig Cleaver, CPA,Treasurer
Anthony E. Stripling,
Assistant Treasurer
Nancy Daly, Secretary
Robert Cochran
Kathryn H. Crary
Brian Enverso
Jill Goldman
Henry Guckes
Jonathan Lichtenstein
Neal Troum
Larry J. Van Stone,
Faculty Representative
Susan N. Quinn,
Executive Director
George Beer
Virgil Carter
Richard Eldridge
Virginia Falkenbach
Steve Grieco
Nimrit Kang
Lisa Klinger
Julie Morgan
Emilie R. Ninan
Susan F. Paikin, Esq.
Robert Sulek
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
Register Early and Save!
Sign up by August 18
and save 4% on group classes.
Register by October 6 for Session II.
Look for more ways to save throughout the catalog!
Did You Know?
•
Students involved in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement
•
93% of Americans agree that the arts are vital to providing a well-rounded education
•
72% of business leaders saythat creativity is the #1 skill they look for when hiring
• Students who take four years of arts and music classes average almost 100 points better on their SAT scores than students who take only one-half year or less
Table of Contents
Classes & Workshops
Special Programs
Music
8-9
Visual Art10-11
Dance & Fitness
12-14
Drama
15
Adult Programs16-17
School Holiday Workshops 6
Preschool7
Kindergarten Enrichment7
Ride the Bus to Darlington
6
Offsite Programs
18
Outreach Programs
18
Birthday Parties
18
Upcoming Events
Resources & Information
Coffee House Concert Series
Art Gallery Openings
Holiday Open House
School Holiday Workshops
4
5
5
6
Our Supporters
Staff & Board of Directors
Registration Information
Referral Program
Dance & Fitness Attire
Closed Dates
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Coffee House Concerts
Discover local music at Darlington! Bring a picnic and beverage of your
choice: Coffee, tea, desserts and corkscrew provided.
Saturday, September 21
Charlie Phillips
Singer/Songwriter
Saturday, October 12
Phyllis Chapell
World Jazz
Saturday, November 16
Craig Bickhardt
Folk Singer/Songwriter
Raised in the musical melting pot that was
1970’s Philadelphia, Charlie Phillips blends
a variety of genres including rock, soul, folk,
and blues to create an eclectic style and
fresh sound. His heartfelt, melody-driven
songs will leave you singing long after the
show is over.
”An elegant singer who will steal your heart
away if you let her” (Philadelphia Inquirer),
Phyllis Chapell performs a unique mix of
originals, folk, jazz and international music,
including songs in 13 languages.
With his trusty acoustic guitar, Philadelphia
native Craig Bickhardt presents the stories
of a lifetime, vividly translated into words and
melody through his powerful voice and virtuosic
guitar work. Bickhardt’s original songs have
been recorded by such legends as Ray Charles,
B.B. King, Johnny Cash, and Alison Krauss. The
stories of his lifetime are simply too good not to
share.
Saturday, December 14
Dan May
American Roots/Rock
Singer-songwriter Dan May weaves together
a seamless tapestry of unforgettable
melodies and clever, engaging lyrics with
his deep, soulful voice that speaks to both
the head and the heart.
Concerts begin at 7:30pm with
performances by Darlington
students.
$15 General Admission
OR
4-Concert Pass for $40
On sale now at
www.darlingtonarts.org!
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Art Gallery
Stop by to shop our
rotating collection of
jewelry, ceramics and
other gifts in our Gallery
Case!
Gallery Receptions
are free to attend.
Meet the artists and
enjoy complimentary
wine and cheese while
viewing great art!
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
September 3 – 28
Leslie and Lois Ehrin
Oils & Watercolors
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 21, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
October 4 – 28
Terry Newitt
Watercolors
Opening Reception: Friday, October 4, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
November 2 – December 2
Cindy Brinker
Encaustics, Acrylics & Oils
Opening Reception: Sunday, November 3, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
December 7 – January 2
Louise Herring
Abstract Oils & Mixed Media
Opening Reception: Sunday, December 8, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
January 10 – February 2
Darlington Students & Teaching Artists
Opening Reception: Friday, January 10, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Holiday Open House
Sunday, December 8 at 4:00pm
Join us as we gather to celebrate the end of the season and another
arts-filled year at Darlington! Free refreshments provided.
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School Holiday Workshops
Arts All Day
Enjoy a full day of artistic exploration and creativity when you
have off from school! Register early to save your spot.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm, $48 each
Register online, by phone or in person.
Before and after care is available. Please call (610) 358-3632 to arrange.
Rosh Hashanah
Thursday, September 5
A Play in a Day
Ages 7 – 12
Become the writer, art director and star – put on
a play from start to finish in one day! Students
will design sets and costumes, and bring their
story to life. Performance at 2:45pm for family
and friends!
Teacher – Cocchiarale
Registration deadline: Aug 29
Election Day
Tuesday, November 5
Music Mania
Ages 7 – 13
Along with a professional songwriter and
musician, learn about how songs are structured,
then work as a group to write your own! Sharing
ideas, you will write lyrics then add melody, chords
and instrumental parts. The group’s original song
will be recorded digitally, and parents and friends
are invited to hear a live performance of it during
the last 10 minutes of the workshop.
Teacher – Smith
Registration deadline: Oct 29
Thanksgiving Break
Monday, November 25
A Play in a Day
Ages 7 – 12
Become the writer, art director and star – put on
a play from start to finish in one day! Students
will design sets and costumes, and bring their
story to life. Performance at 2:45pm for family
and friends! Activity will differ from September
workshop.
Teacher – Mulligan
Registration deadline: Nov 18
Tuesday, November 26
Cooking & Crafts
Ages 7 – 12
Discover your inner chef! Students will learn
to prepare and cook delicious seasonal snacks
while creating food-inspired artwork and crafts
to take home, including a book with their new
favorite recipes. (Additional $10 material fee)
Teacher – Kaplan
Registration deadline: Nov 19
Wednesday, November 27
Art Adventures
Ages 7 – 12
Draw, paint, sculpt, collage…unleash your
creativity during a day-long exploration of visual
art media, styles & artists! Projects will differ
from January workshop.
Teacher – Pankratz
Registration deadline: Nov 20
Winter Break
Monday, December 30
Winter Creations
Ages 7 – 12
It may be frosty outside, but art is blooming at
Darlington! Join us for an exciting day exploring
color, shape, line and more, while getting your
hands into a variety of fun materials.
Teacher – Dempsey
Registration deadline: Dec 23
Martin Luther King Day
Monday, January 20
Art Adventures
Ages 7 – 12
Draw, paint, sculpt, collage…unleash your
creativity during a day-long exploration of visual
art media, styles & artists! Projects will differ
from November workshop.
Teacher – Pankratz
Registration deadline: Jan 13
Arts All Day Spring Days
Monday, February 17
Monday, April 14
Tuesday, April 15
Wednesday, April 16
Thursday, April 17
Monday, April 21
Tuesday, May 20
Presidents’ Day
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Election Day
Ride the School Bus to Darlington
Students who register for classes or private lessons that start between 3pm and 4pm or
Afternoon Kindergarten Enrichment may use FREE bus transportation from Garnet Valley Schools
and participating private schools. Students are met at the bus stop and supervised until their class or
lesson begins. During this time, they are welcome to bring a snack and work on homework.
Eligible classes are marked with a bus throughout the catalog.
To sign up, please call us at (610) 358-3632 and notify your child’s school.
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Darlington Preschool
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
Learning through the Arts:
Music, Art, Dance, Drama
Ages 3 – 5: 9:00 am – Noon
Mondays through Fridays
September 9 – May 16
(Except 9/13, 11/5, 11/25 – 29, 12/23 – 1/3, 1/20, 2/17, 4/14 – 25)
Pricing:
1 day per week (as space allows):
2 days per week (Tues/Thurs):
3 days per week (Mon/Wed/Fri):
5 days per week (Mon – Fri):
$
$
$
$
110 per month
200 per month
295 per month
480 per month
Fall Activities
for Preschoolers
Suzuki Violin
Discovering Art Together (Class)
Discovering Art Together Workshop
Creative Dance/Tap
Pre-Ballet/Tap
Masquerade Dance Party Workshop
Tiny Tutus
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Introduce your child to learning through a special arts-integrated curriculum! Arts-based
learning emphasizes creativity, imagination, exploration, and active participation. The arts
add depth to fundamental concepts, reinforcing comprehension and memory.
Students will benefit from:
• Multi-week units of core curriculum developed by a certified teacher
• Traditional preschool activities such as circle time, free play and outdoor play
• High-quality arts-based learning activities with professional Teaching Artists
• Responsibility and cooperation learned by working with peers
Call 610-358-3632
for a Tour!
Children must be 3 years old and potty-trained by start of semester.
Afternoon Kindergarten Enrichment
Wednesdays, September 11 – May 14 from 12:30 — 3:15 pm
(Except 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/16)
AM Kindergarteners will continue their day of learning through arts-enriched activities and lessons. Through curriculum developed by a certified
teacher and arts activities with professional Teaching Artists, students will reinforce concepts taught in Kindergarten while expanding their
creativity.
$110/month
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Music
Darlington’s music program is educational,
enriching, and fun! Learn a new instrument or
Private
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Need a specialist? – let us know your needs and we will find a great teacher
for you.
Study onsite at our beautiful center or request lessons in your home.
Pay in full and save 3%!
Private Music
Instruction
Weekly Private Lessons
34 weeks, beginning Sept 7
30-minute lessons
4 payments of $270
(or save 3%, pay in full: $1048)
45-minute lessons
4 payments of $405
(or save 3%, pay in full: $1571)
60-minute lessons
4 payments of $540
(or save 3%, pay in full: $2095)
Piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, trumpet,
saxophone, oboe, guitar (rock, folk, jazz,
classical), bass guitar, banjo, ukulele, flute,
clarinet, french horn, trombone, tuba and drums/
percussion.
• Academic Year: 34 weeks, beginning the week
of September 7, 2013.
• Lessons may be scheduled after the semester
start date at a pro-rated discount.
• Additional $10 recital fee applies.
• In-home instruction is available for 45 minute
or 60 minute lessons (Additional fees apply).
To schedule your lessons, call the Registrar
at 610-358-3632 x3.
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Tuesdays
Suzuki Violin: Pre-Twinkle
Ages 5 – 6
Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:00pm
Pre-Twinkle Violin classes prepare a child to
approach the violin with an eager, successful,
and musical disposition. Students learn the
fundamental elements of violin playing: basic
posture, bow hold, violin hold, and 5 Suzuki
rhythms in a fun and high-energy setting. (Class
for 3-4 year olds offered Wednesday)
18 weeks: Sept 10 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 12/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $230/$240
Teacher – Liao
Suzuki Violin: Twinkler
Ages 5+
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 6:30pm
Students who have completed Pre-Twinkle violin
may advance to Twinkler Violin. In addition to
the weekly class, Twinkler students receive
30-minute weekly private lessons. During these
classes and lessons, students will learn the notes
to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and five variations
of that song. (Instructor permission required,
additional fee for private lessons).
34 weeks: Sept 10 – May 20 (exc. 12/24, 12/31, 4/15)
Register by Aug 18: $338
(or 4 payments of $84.50)
Register after Aug 18: $360
(or 4 payments of $90)
Teacher – Liao
Wednesdays
Suzuki Violin: Pre-Twinkle
Ages 3 – 4
Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:00pm
Pre-Twinkle Violin classes prepare a child to
approach the violin with an eager, successful,
and musical disposition. Students learn the
fundamental elements of violin playing: basic
posture, bow hold, violin hold, and 5 Suzuki
rhythms in a fun and high-energy setting. (Class
for 5-6 year olds offered Tuesday)
17 weeks: Sept 11 – Jan 22 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Aug 18/after: $218/$227
Teacher – Liao
Afternoon Kindergarten
Enrichment
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 3:15pm
AM Kindergartners continue their day of learning
through arts-enriched activities and lessons.
Through curriculum developed by a certified
teacher and arts activities with professional
Teaching Artists, students will reinforce concepts
taught in Kindergarten while expanding creativity.
Sep 11 – May 14 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/16)
$110/month
Voice Class
Ages 10 – 13
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Enjoyable and careful preparation for the
student who enjoys singing but whose voice
is not quite mature enough for private lessons.
Proper posture and breathing, diction, and tone
production will be covered.
17 weeks: Sept 11 – Jan 22 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Aug 18/after: $245/$255
Teacher – Dunleavy
Thursdays
Beginner Guitar Class
for Kids I
Ages 7 – 10
Thursdays, 6:00 – 6:30 PM
For students who have little or no previous
training on the guitar this small group class
includes: tuning, elementary theory, first position
chords, and sight reading in the first position.
17 weeks: Sept 12 – Jan 23 (exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Teacher – Cope
Register by Aug 18/after: $218/$227
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
Beginner Guitar Class
for Teens
Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:15 pm
For teens who have little or no previous training
on the guitar this course includes: tuning,
elementary theory, sight reading, first position
chords, reading chord diagrams, and includes a wide
range of musical styles ranging from classical to rock.
17 weeks: Sept 12 – Jan 23 (exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Aug 18/after: $259/$270
Teacher – Cope
Music Theory I:
Building Blocks
Saturdays, 12:30 – 1:15 pm
Essential for all instrumental students! Using
non-competitive group games, we’ll explore: the
basics of music including rhythm, tempo, musical
terms, and simple intervals; notation in all clefs;
hearing, singing, building and writing major
and minor pentascales and triads in all keys;
introduction to major scales and key signatures.
34 weeks: Sept 7 – May 31
(except 11/30, 12/21, 12/28, 4/19, 5/24)
Saturdays
Music Theory II: Nuts & Bolts
Music Discounts
• Pay in Full and save 3%
• Darlington students take
music theory for only $30!
• Enroll in 3+ music lessons
(per family) and take 5% off the third lesson
$30/year for students currently enrolled
at Darlington. If not currently enrolled:
Register by Aug 18/after: $490/$510
Teacher – Olsen
Saturdays, 10:45 – 11:30 am
As a continuation of Music Theory I: Building
Blocks, this class will put greater emphasis
on major, minor and modal scales and chords,
major and minor key signatures, introduce more
advanced musical terms, interval qualities,
compound meters, and will encourage increased
student independence. Students will also begin
to explore composers, eras and styles. Instructor
permission required.
34 weeks: Sept 7 – May 31
(exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28, 4/19, 5/24)
$30/year for students currently enrolled
at Darlington. If not currently enrolled:
Register by Aug 18/after: $490/$510
Teacher – Olsen
2013-2014
Student Recitals
Students can gain performing
experience at recitals each month
and at our end of year festival. Bring
your family and friends! No tickets
are required.
Friday, October 4
Sunday, November 3
Sunday, December 8
Friday, January 10
Friday, February 7
Sunday, March 16
4 Arts Festival
The 4 Arts Festival celebrates student achivement throughout the year and
the power of the arts to build community. The month-long festival features
performances and exhibitions from each of the four arts (music, art, dance,
and drama), and allows students to showcase their artistic development and
hard work in front of family, friends, and community members.
7pm & 8pm
3pm & 4pm
2pm & 3pm
7pm & 8pm
7pm & 8pm
3pm & 4pm
4 Arts Festival - TBA
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Visual Art
Afternoon Kindergarten
Enrichment
Group Classes for All Ages!
Classes are available for all ages and skill
levels.
For adult classes, turn to page 16.
Register Early and Save
Save money by registering for the full
semester or register by session. Don’t miss
early registration discounts: August 18
(Session I), and October 6 (Session II).
Tuesdays
Clay Creations
Ages 6 - 12
Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Create functional handbuilt pottery forms such
as bowls, cups, and vases as well as sculptural
objects out of earthenware clay. Students will
decorate their pots with food-safe colorful glazes
so they can enjoy using them at home!
Fall Semester: Sep 10 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 12/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $324/$338
OR
Session 1 (9 weeks): Sep 10 – Nov 5
Register by Aug 18/after: $162/$169
Session 2 (9 weeks: Nov 12 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 31)
Register by Oct 6/after: $162/$169
Teacher – Dempsey
Drawing & Painting for Teens
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Students will be guided individually as they
experiment and express themselves with various
media: acrylics, watercolor, charcoal, colored
pencil and more. Students will compose images
of still-lifes, portraits, landscapes and subjects of
their choice.
Fall Semester: Sep 10 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 12/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $384/$400
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 10 – Oct 29
Register by Aug 18/after: $180/$188
Session 2 (9 weeks): Nov 12 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 31)
Register by Oct 6/after: $204/$212
Teacher – Pankratz
Wednesdays
Ceramics & Sculpture
Ages 6 – 12
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Take your work off the page and create threedimensional works of art! Students will make
pottery they can eat and drink out as well as
sculpture out of clay, wire and papier-mache.
Students will be inspired to sculpt, carve and
assemble totally creative art!
Fall Semester: Sep 11 – Jan 22 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Aug 18/after: $306/$319
OR
Session 1 (9 weeks): Sep 11 – Nov 6
Register by Aug 18/after: $162/$169
Session 2 (8 weeks): Nov 13 – Jan 22
(exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Oct 6/after: $144/$150
Teacher – Shelton
Pottery By Wheel & Hand
Ages 9 – 14
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Learn the fundamental skills necessary to create
a variety of forms in clay using your hands, tools
and the potter’s wheel. With these forms, we’ll
make functional pottery such as cups, bowls, and
plates, which we will decorate with food-safe
glazes so you can use them at home.
Fall Semester: Sep 11 – Jan 22 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Aug 18/after: $344/$359
OR
Session 1 (9 weeks): Sep 11 – Nov 6
Register by Aug 18/after: $182/$190
Session 2 (8 weeks): Nov 13 – Jan 22
(exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Oct 6/after: $162/$169
Teacher – Shelton
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Wednesdays, 12:30 – 3:15pm
AM Kindergartners continue their day of learning
through arts-enriched activities and lessons.
Through curriculum developed by a certified
teacher and arts activities with professional
Teaching Artists, students will reinforce concepts
taught in Kindergarten while expanding creativity.
Sep 11 – May 14 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/16)
$110/month
Thursdays
Discovering Art Together
Ages 3 – 6 with Adult
Thursdays, 2:45 – 3:45 pm
Creating art as a family is not only meaningful,
but FUN! Join us and be guided through ageappropriate projects that will inspire children and
their parents alike.
5 weeks: Sep 26 – Oct 24
Register by Aug 18/after: $69/$72
Teacher – Dempsey
Cartooning & Fantasy Art
Ages 6 – 12
Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Learn many cartooning techniques and draw your
own invented & fantastical characters! Students
will learn about famous cartoonists and explore
fantasy worlds created by well-known artists.
Fall Semester: Sep 12 – Jan 23
(exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Aug 18/after: $281/$293
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 12 – Nov 7 (exc. 10/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $132/$138
Session 2 (9 weeks): Nov 14 – Jan 23
(exc. 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Oct 6/after: $149/$155
Teacher – Dempsey
Paint & Clay Works
Ages 5 – 8
Thursdays, 5:45 – 6:45 pm
Heighten your child’s imagination through the
use of clay and paint! This class will combine the
fundamentals of both two- and three-dimensional
art for our young artists.
Fall Semester: Sep 12 – Jan 23
(exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Aug 18/after: $243/$249
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 12 – Nov 7 (exc. 10/31)
Register by Aug18/after: $114/$119
Session 2 (9 weeks): Nov 14 – Jan 23
(exc. 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Oct 6/after: $129/$134
Teacher – Dempsey
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610.358.3632
Fridays
Drawing & Painting
Ages 6 – 12
Fridays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Explore basic drawing principles including, but
not limited to: line, texture, shading and design,
while experimenting with a variety of black and
white and color media.
Fall Semester: Sep 13 – Jan 24 (exc. 11/29, 12/27)
Register by Aug 18/after: $340/$354
OR
Session 1 (9 weeks): Sep 13 – Nov 8
Register by Aug 18/after: $170/$177
Session 2 (9 weeks): Nov 15 – Jan 24
(exc. 11/29, 12/27)
Register by Oct 6/after: $170/$177
Teacher – Dempsey
Saturdays
Adventures in Drawing
& Painting
Ages 7 – 12
Saturdays, 9:30 – 10:45 am
Explore color, line and shape as you create
beautiful paintings and drawings. Learn how
pencil, watercolors, acrylics, pastels and more
can be used to produce fabulous designs.
Fall Semester: Sep 7 – Jan 11 (exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28)
Register by Aug 18/after: $272/$284
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 7 – Oct 26
Register by Aug 18/after: $136/$142
Session 2 (8 weeks): Nov 2 – Jan 11
(exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28)
Register by Oct 6/after: $136/$142
Teacher – Kaplan
Exploring Clay
Ages 7 – 12
Saturdays, 10:45 am – 12:15 pm
Learn everything you need to know about using
clay as an artistic medium. Create pots you can
use and awesome sculptures by learning to
pinch, coil and slab-build. Even give the pottery
wheel a try!
Fall Semester: Sep 7 – Jan 11 (exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28)
Register by Aug 18/after: $324/$338
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 7 – Oct 26
Register by Aug 18/after: $162/$169
Session 2 (8 weeks): Nov 2 – Jan 11
(exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28)
Register by Oct 6/after: $162/$169
Teacher – Kaplan
Jewelry Making
Ages 9 – 13
Saturdays, 10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Learn techniques to make beautiful and colorful
beaded wire jewelry using basic wirewrapping
techniques. Each student will make their own
earrings, bracelet and necklace! Please bring:
small glass beads of your choice (examples given
first week), chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers,
round nose pliers, wire cutter (pliers and wire
cutter available as kit in jewelry section of craft
stores). All other materials provided.
8 weeks: Nov 9 – Jan 18 (exc. 11/30, 12/21, 12/28)
Register by Oct 6/after: $154/$160
Teacher – Weselyk
Private Visual Art
Instruction
Private lessons can be arranged for any length of
time with supportive and experienced teachers
in a wide array of 2D and 3D media. Lessons are
available for all skill levels. Portfolio Review is
available for students pursuing visual arts at the
college level. To schedule your lessons, call the
Registrar at (610) 358-3632 x3.
$52/hour
Student & Teaching
Artist Exhibits
All Visual Art students have the opportunity to
exhibit a piece of work made in class during
Darlington’s January Student & Teaching Artist
Gallery Exhibit:
January 10 – February 2
Opening Reception:
Friday, January 10, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Workshops
Discovering Art Together
Workshop
3 Saturdays, Oct 5 - 19, from 9:30 - 10:30 am
Ages 3 – 5 with adult
$65/pair
Join us and be guided through an ageappropriate project that will inspire children
and their parents alike.
Fashion Illustration
Friday, October 11, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Ages 9 – 13
$65
With the use of a live model, aspiring designers
learn how to draw the figure by following an
instructional breakdown of the human form and
practicing gesture sketches.
Spooky Paper Crafts
Thursday, October 31, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Ages 6 – 12
$30
Using paper-cutting techniques, create spooky
Halloween decorations that will greet trick-ortreaters at your house. Follow steps to create
lanterns and creepy creatures for your windows.
Printmaking: Holiday Cards
Saturday, December 14, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Ages 8 & Up
$45
Learn to make your own holiday cards and
envelopes by designing and carving your own
printing blocks and stamps, and using colorful
inks to print your personal designs. Great to take
with family or friends!
Holiday Cooking & Crafts
Saturday, December 14, 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Ages 6 – 10
$55
Discover your inner chef! Students will learn how
to prepare an assortment of holiday snacks while
creating seasonal crafts to take home, along
with copies of their new favorite recipes.
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Dance
Lyrical/Jazz
Darlington’s Dance Program
provides quality dance education to
students of all ages in a fun, encouraging
and supportive environment. Students
gain an appreciation of dance and
valuable performing experience through
participation in weekly classes, holiday
in-class performances, and the annual 4
Arts Dance Recital in the Spring. Entrance
to classes level II and above requires
instructor permission.
Don’t miss early registration
discounts (August 18) and pay in
full discounts (3%). Enroll in 2+ recital
classes and save 10%!
Recital Classes
Meet 34 weeks, culminating in the Spring
Dance Recital. Payment is due at the time of
registration, either in full (save 3%) or in half
(with the second payment due January 15).
Upon registration, each student is charged a $25
recital fee. Recital costumes are selected by the
teachers and typically cost $35–65 per costume.
More information will be distributed in the fall.
Tuesdays
Classes meet 34 times beginning
September 10, 2013.
Pre-Ballet/Tap
Ages 3 – 5: Teacher – Oster
Tuesdays, 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Young children will be introduced to classical
ballet technique and vocabulary, as well as the
foot articulation, rhythm and sounds of tap.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Pre-Ballet
Ages 3 – 5: Teacher – Weselyk
Tuesdays, 5:15 – 6:00 pm
Young children are introduced to classical ballet
technique, vocabulary, and rhythm in a fun and
creative atmosphere.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $204
(or save 3%, pay in full $396)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $213
(or save 3%, pay in full $413)
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Ballet I
Ages 7 – 9: Teacher – Weselyk
Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Learn classical ballet technique through exercises
at the barre, stretching & center floor work.
Emphasis is on improving balance, coordination,
posture & strength.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Ballet II: Beginning Pointe
Ages 10 – 12: Teacher – Weselyk
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Dancers continue to gain grace and confidence
through classical ballet, building strength through
advanced techniques and combinations of steps
and students will be introduced to pointe.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Contemporary Dance
Ages 11 & Up: Teacher – Oster & Weselyk
Tuesdays, 8:15 – 9:15 pm
Students will refine their use of balance, posture,
weight and gravity to express a range of emotions
through movement, using new techniques and
music genres.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Ages 11 & Up: Teacher – Weselyk
Tuesdays, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Learn to interpret music and communicate
meaning through expressive movement. Fusing
techniques of ballet, jazz, and contemporary,
dancers explore new rhythms and tempos.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Ballet III: Pointe
Ages 11 & Up: Teacher – Weselyk
Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:15 pm
This faster-paced class is designed to refine the
technical movements of our ballerinas. Students
will continue on pointe, strengthening their legs,
ankles, and feet.
Register before Aug 18: two payments of $269
(or save 3%, pay in full: $522)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $280
(or save 3%, pay in full: $543)
Wednesdays
Classes meet 34 times beginning
September 11, 2013.
Hip Hop/Jazz Exploration
Ages 5 – 7: Teacher – Council
Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
This high energy class develops creative
expression, imagination, and dance fundamentals
through the exploration of traditional and
contemporary dance styles.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Hip Hop I
Ages 8 – 11: Teacher – Council
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Get funky! This class develops the movement
dynamics and energy needed for styles of hip
hop from old school to today’s new trends.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
Hip Hop II
Ages 11 – 13: Teacher – Council
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Dive deeper into the B-Boy/Girl style! Explore top
rock, tricks, & more in this high energy class.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $252
(or save 3%, pay in full $489)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $263
(or save 3%, pay in full $510)
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610.358.3632
Fridays
Classes meet 34 times beginning
September 13, 2013.
Hip Hop I
Ages 8 – 11: Teacher – Council
Fridays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
(see Wednesday description)
Saturdays
The best thing about Darlington is...
“It is FUN, not competitive!”
“The focus is on the Dancers & the Art of Dance”
Hip Hop III/
Advanced Choreography
Teens: Teacher – Council
Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:15 pm
Experienced dancers continue to cultivate
technique, power, and flexibility to perform
complicated hip hop moves.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $269
(or save 3%, pay in full: $522)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $280
(or save 3%, pay in full: $543)
Thursdays
Classes meet 34 times beginning
September 12, 2013.
Creative Dance/Tap
Ages 3 – 6: Teacher – Ackin
Thursdays, 2:15 – 3:00 pm
Journey into basic dance movement and rhythm,
and develop a sense of grace, balance and
coordination. Have lots of fun with imaginative
improvisation while making some noise with the
early study of tap.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $204
(or save 3%, pay in full: $396)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $213
(or save 3%, pay in full: $413)
Pre-Ballet/Tap
Ages 4 – 6: Teacher – Ackin
Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:15 pm
Young children will be introduced to classical
ballet technique and vocabulary, as well as the
foot articulation, rhythm and sounds of tap.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $204
(or save 3%, pay in full: $396)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $213
(or save 3%, pay in full: $413)
Classes meet 34 times beginning
September 21, 2013.
Darlington Dance Company
Combo Class:
Ballet, Jazz & Tap
Ages 7 – 10: Teacher – Ackin
Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Students will be introduced to a wide array of
dance styles. Dancers will learn classical ballet
technique, vocabulary, and barre exercises,
explore upbeat jazz moves and cover the
fundamental rhythms and sounds of tap.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $312
(or save 3%, pay in full: $605)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $325
(or save 3%, pay in full: $631)
Jazz/Tap II
Ages 9 & Up: Teacher – Ackin
Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:45 pm
Students will strengthen their foundations in jazz
dance, emphasizing movement quality, flexibility,
turns and leaps, while exploring the rhythms and
sounds of tap. Beginning tappers welcome!
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $269
(or save 3%, pay in full: $522)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $280
(or save 3%, pay in full: $543)
Ages 10 & Up: Teacher – Weselyk & Guest
Teaching Artists
Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:30 am
Requirements: Dancers must be enrolled in at
least one Darlington dance technique class and
have at least three years of dance experience.
Darlington Dance Company provides performance
opportunities for dedicated dancers who are
ready to take their commitment to the next level.
New dance works will be created using diverse
techniques, including modern, ballet, jazz and hip
hop. The dancer’s performance quality and love
of dance will grow as they discover their creative
talents individually and as a team.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $312
(or save 3%, pay in full: $605)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $325
(or save 3%, pay in full: $631)ital
classes
Jazz III
Teens: Teacher – Ackin
Thursdays, 7:45 – 9:00 pm
Kick it up a notch! Dig in deeper to the study of
jazz technique with new movement studies and
exciting challenges on the dance floor.
Register by Aug 18: two payments of $269
(or save 3%, pay in full: $522)
Register after Aug 18: two payments of $280
(or save 3%, pay in full: $543)
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Dance & Fitness
Semester Classes & Workshops
Discover dance at Darlington! Try a semester
long class, take a workshop or drop in. Light
commitment, lots of fun.
Don’t miss early registration
discounts: August 18
Tiny Tutus
Ages 2 – 3
Tuesdays, 2:30 – 3:00 pm
Our youngest ballerinas are introduced to
classical ballet technique, vocabulary and rhythm
through games and fairy tale stories.
Fall Semester: Sep 10 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 12/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $172/$180
OR
Session 1 (9 weeks): Sep 10 – Nov 5
Register by Aug 18/after: $86/$90
Session 2 (9 weeks): Nov 12 – Jan 21 (exc. 12/24, 31)
Register by Oct 6/after: $86/$90
Teachers – Oster, Weselyk
Afternoon Kindergarten
Enrichment
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 3:15pm
AM Kindergartners continue their day of learning
through arts-enriched activities and lessons.
Through curriculum developed by a certified
teacher and arts activities with professional
Teaching Artists, students will reinforce concepts
taught in Kindergarten while expanding creativity.
Sep 11 – May 14 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/16)
$110/month
Dance Fusion
Ages 11 & Up
Thursdays, 3:00 – 3:45 pm
For older students who love to dance but have
not taken traditional classes, this class will
explore and blend a variety of popular dance
styles such as hip hop and jazz. This upbeat
class will help you build confidence as you get
comfortable moving to the music, get in shape,
and make friends.
17 weeks: Sep 12 – Jan 23 (except 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register before Aug 18/after: $206/$215
Teacher – Ackin
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Beginning Ballet
Teens & Adults
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:15 pm
Develop grace, agility and posture through ballet
barre warm ups and center floor choreography.
Great for dancers experienced in other styles of
dance who need an understanding of basic ballet
techniques, or for those wishing to pursue ballet
but lack previous experience.
18 weeks: Sep 9 – Jan 20 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $288/$300
Teacher – Oster
Masquerade Dance Party
Workshop
Ages 3 – 6
Saturday, October 26, 2:30 – 3:30pm
Dress up in your favorite costume and join us to
explore creative movement, learn dance moves
and have a lot of fun! Students will play dance
games, listen to fun and spooky songs and make
new friends!
$20
Teacher – Oster
Private Dance
Instruction
Experienced instructors can help students of all
ages and levels begin or improve their technique.
To schedule your lessons, call the Registrar at
(610) 358-3632 x3.
$60/hour
Isshinryu Karate
Beginner Isshinryu Karate
Ages 5 & Up
Saturdays, 10:30 – 11:15 am
Open to beginners, solid white belts, white
with yellow or green stripe belts. Class covers
upper and lower body basics, introductory Kata
(forms) and develops listening skills, hand/
eye coordination and self-discipline. This class
develops the ability to function in a structured
group setting. Students may purchase class
uniform from instructor at the first class.
16 weeks: Sep 7 – Jan 18 (exc. 10/19, 11/30, 12/21, 28)
Register by Aug 18/after: $211/$220
Teacher – Sensei Freemas
Intermediate Isshinryu Karate
Ages 5 & Up
Saturdays, 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Open to white with green stripe belts, green with
white stripe belts and solid green belts. Class will
focus on more advanced basics, Kata, sparring,
and self-defense while receiving an introduction
to the history and philosophy of martial arts.
16 weeks: Sep 7 – Jan 18 (exc. 10/19, 11/30, 12/21, 28)
Register by Aug 18/after: $250/$260
Teacher – Sensei Freemas
Black Belt Club Advanced
Isshinryu Karate
Ages 5 & Up
Saturdays, 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Open to all green with brown stripe belts, and
all brown belt levels. Class will cover advanced
Kata, sparring, self-defense, philosophy and
history along with an introduction to traditional
karate weapons including the bo, tonfa and tichu.
The ultimate goal of the class is a black belt.
16 weeks: Sep 7 – Jan 18 (exc. 10/19, 11/30, 12/21, 28)
Register by Aug 18/after: $288/$300
Teacher – Sensei Freemas
Drama
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610.358.3632
Let your creativity take center stage!
At Darlington, Drama students explore their
imagination, gain skills and have fun! Our
experienced, supportive teaching artists will
help you or your child discover the actor within
you and gain confidence. Classes focus on
the process of acting or musical theatre, with
performances presented at the end of each
semester for family and friends.
Don’t miss early registration
discounts: August 18
Mondays
Creative Dramatics
Ages 6 – 9
Mondays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Using stories, props and theater games for
inspiration, students will be prompted to use their
imagination to prepare and present a play from
start to finish. Everyone plays an important part,
and helps out as stage hands and narrators, while
working cooperatively. Performance presented
January 13th for family and friends.
17 weeks: Sept 9 – Jan 13 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $283/$295
Teacher – Wertner
Musical Theater for Kids
Ages 6 – 9
Mondays, 5:30 – 6:45 pm
Young students will discover and develop
their vocal, acting, and movement skills while
exploring popular stories and creating their own.
All reading proficiencies welcome in this upbeat
and inclusive class! Performance presented
January 13th for family and friends.
17 weeks: Sept 9 – Jan 13 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $283/$295
Musical Theater
Ages 9 – 13
Mondays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Students will explore many forms of creative
expression while discovering and developing
their vocal, acting, and movement skills. This fun
class has something for everyone, so come find
your part! Performance presented January 13th
for family and friends.
17 weeks: Sept 9 – Jan 13 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $283/$295
Tuesdays
Theater Cast & Crew
Ages 9 – 13
Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Want to know more about the many sides of
theater? Class will include exercises in scriptwriting, improvisation, vocal projection and
movement, and students will spend a portion of
the class with an art teacher designing props,
scenery and costumes. Performance presented
January 21st for family and friends.
17 weeks: Sept 10 – Jan 21 (exc. 11/5, 12/24, 12/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $336/$350
Teachers – Cocchiarale & Westmoreland
Wednesdays
Afternoon Kindergarten
Enrichment
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 3:15pm
AM Kindergartners continue their day of learning
through arts-enriched activities and lessons.
Through curriculum developed by a certified
teacher and arts activities with professional
Teaching Artists, students will reinforce concepts
taught in Kindergarten while expanding creativity.
Sep 11 – May 14 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/16)
$110/month
Private Drama
Instruction
Choose a monologue from a great play or a
song from a Broadway Musical and learn how to
interpret the context and feelings of the piece.
Learn for self-enjoyment or in preparation for
an audition or public speaking occasion to build
self-confidence. To schedule your lessons, call
the Registrar at (610) 358-3632 x3.
$55/hour
Arts All Day
Workshops
A Play in a Day
Ages 7 – 12
September 5 (Rosh Hashanah)
A Play in a Day
Ages 7 – 12
November 25 (Thanksgiving Break)
Attend one or both (plays will be unique!)
Become the writer, art director and star
- put on a play from start to finish in one
day! Students will design sets and costumes, and bring their story to life.
For more information, turn to page 6.
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Adult Programs
Music
Learn, Experience, Create,
Connect
At Darlington, you can learn the skills of an
artist, experience professional performances
and exhibits, create works of art, and connect
to other community members and your inner
self. Bring friends and have fun!
Don’t miss early registration
discounts: August 18
Beginner Guitar Class
for Adults
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:15 pm
Want to learn to play the guitar but never tried
before? A small class setting makes it fun to
learn together. The instructor, an accomplished
folk musician, will teach both chord and basic
note playing.
15 weeks: Sep 10 – Dec 17
Register by Aug 18/after: $228/$238
Teacher – Van Stone
Private Music Instruction
See page 8 for details
Visual Art
Breakthroughs in Painting
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Beginners and experienced painters alike will
learn about effective drawing strategies and
mark-making as they learn to produce confident,
dynamic drawings and paintings. Portraiture,
figures, still-life and landscape subjects will be
explored. Students may experiment with a variety
of paint and drawing media, or fine-tune their
technique and understanding of one specific
medium. Students will benefit from innovative
teaching methods and experience breakthroughs
no matter their skill level.
12 weeks: Sep 18 – Dec 11 (exc. 11/27)
Register by Aug 18/after: $248/$258
Teacher – Newitt
Pottery for Adults
Mondays, 6:30 – 9:00 pm
Explore the many techniques of making pottery:
pinch, slab, coil and wheel-throwing. Work
step-by-step through each technique and use
these skills to create a variety of functional and
decorative forms, such as bowls, mugs, plates
and plaques. Personal project ideas are welcome.
Fall Semester: Sep 9 – Jan 6 (exc. 12/30, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $384/$400
Plus $25 clay fee*
OR
Session 1 (8 weeks): Sep 9 – Oct 28
Register by Aug 18/after: $192/$200
Plus $25 clay fee*
Session 2 (8 weeks): Nov 4 – Jan 6 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Oct 6/after: $192/$200
Plus $25 clay fee*
Teacher – Westmoreland
*Clay fee covers one 25-lb bag of clay; students
may purchase additional bags as needed.
Drawing & Painting for Adults
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Individual attention allows students with basic
drawing and painting experience as well as
beginners to develop a selected type of work still-life, landscape, portraiture - in a medium of
their choice - oils, acrylics, watercolors or pencil.
14 weeks: Sep 26 – Jan 16 (exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Aug 18/after: $289/$301
Teacher – McClellan
Figure Open Studio
Fridays, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Join fellow artists as you work in the medium of
your choice with a live model. All media welcome.
Participants will split the model fees in class each
week. Easels and sculpture stands available.
18 weeks: Sep 13 – Jan 24 (exc. 11/29, 12/27)
5 Class Card (attend any 5 of the 18 weeks)
$55 + model fees
Drop-In Rate: $12/day + model fees
SilverSneakers Classic ®
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Have fun and move to the music through a variety
of exercises designed to increase muscular
strength, range of movement and activities for
daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing
with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are
offered for resistance. A chair is available if
needed for seated or standing support.
18 weeks: Sep 9 – Jan 22
(exc. 11/25, 11/27, 12/23, 12/25, 12/30, 1/1)
Teacher – Tate
Free for Medicare-eligible members of
participating health plans (Call the office
at 610-358-3632 to check eligibility)
$8/class for all other participants
Open Studio
Ages 17 & Up
Experienced artists and students seeking extra
practice and space are welcome to participate
in Open Studio - use of the ceramics or painting
studios without instruction during times the studio
is not in use for classes. Open Studio schedules
will be issued by request (and are subject to
change due to Center programming). Use of
the ceramics studio must include clay purchase
through the office. For more information, call the
office at 610-358-3632.
Free if Currently Enrolled in a Darlington
Adult Visual Art Class
$5/hour + 2013-2014 Membership if Not
Enrolled at Darlington
Clay: $25/25-lb bag (includes glazes & firing)
Private Art Instruction
See page 11 for details
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Dance & Fitness
Fitness One-on-One
Learning the proper way to stretch and exercise
improves your results and reduces the amount
of time needed. With an instructor, devise and
follow a plan that will help you reach your fitness
goals. Contact the Registrar for scheduling and
policies.
$65/hour
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
Beginning Ballet
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:15 pm
Develop grace, agility and posture through ballet
barre warm ups and center floor choreography.
Great for dancers experienced in other styles of
dance who need an understanding of basic ballet
techniques, or for those wishing to pursue ballet
but lack previous experience.
17 weeks: Sep 9 – Jan 13 (exc. 12/23, 12/30)
Register by Aug 18/after: $269/$280
Teacher – Oster
Zumba ®
Wednesdays, 8:15 – 9:15 pm
Ditch the Workout, Join the Party! Get fit and have
fun in this exciting class that fuses Latin and
International rhythms with easy-to-follow moves
that will get your heart rate up and burn calories!
17 weeks: Sep 11 – Jan 22 (exc. 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Register by Aug 18/after: $221/$230
Or $8/class Drop-In Rate
Teacher – Council
Yoga
Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:00 am
Increase your strength, flexibility and
concentration, and learn to observe your body and
mind through breathing and alignment exercises.
Class will consist of breathing techniques, gentle
and intermediate yoga postures, deep relaxation
and meditation. May be adapted to each
individual’s needs and abilities.
Fall Semester(16 weeks): Sep 12 – Jan 16
(exc. 10/31, 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Aug 18/after: $208/$216
OR
Session 1: Sep 12 – Nov 7 (exc. 10/31)
Register by Aug 18/after: $104/$108
Session 2: Nov 14 – Jan 16 (exc. 11/28, 12/26)
Register by Oct 6/after: $104/$108
Teacher – O’Hara
Private Dance Instruction
See page 14 for details
Drama
Private Drama Instruction
Choose a monologue from a great play or a
song from a Broadway Musical and learn how to
interpret the context and feelings of the piece.
Learn for self-enjoyment or in preparation for an
audition or public speaking occasion to build selfconfidence. Contact the Registrar for scheduling.
$55/hour
Workshops
Fused Glass Pendants
Workshop
Saturday, November 9, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Get your friends together or come out and
make new friends while discovering the art
of fusing glass into rich, colorful pendants to
be used in necklaces, earrings and broaches.
Students will learn the basic techniques of
cutting glass, assembling designs and fusing
them at high temperatures in a kiln. Students
will create several pieces each, using Art
Glass and Dichroic Glass. Tools, glass and
findings provided.
$40 + $30 material fee
Teacher – Burchnall
Ceramic Plate Design
Workshop
Saturday, December 7, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Students will learn how to form a simple
slab plate, tray or shallow bowl out of clay,
then guided through the process of sgraffito
decoration – applying a layer of color to be
scratched through in order to create a design
or image on clay. Great for personalized gifts!
Work will be fired and available for pick-up
two weeks after workshop. Sample designs,
images and text, as well as clay and tools will
be provided.
$65
Teacher – Westmoreland
Ballroom Dance Workshop
Ages 16 & Up
Sundays, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
3 weeks: Sep 22 – Oct 6
Learn to love the dance floor! Open to
beginners and experienced dancers alike,
this class will get you moving and cover
popular traditional and Latin styles. Come
with a partner or by yourself, and gain
confidence while developing rhythm and
having fun!
$60/person
Teacher – Oster
Coffee House
Concerts
Saturday, September 21
Charlie Phillips
Singer/Songwriter
Saturday, October 12
Phyllis Chapell
World Jazz
Saturday, November 16
Craig Bickhardt
Folk Singer/Songwriter
Saturday, December 14
Dan May
American Roots/Rock
Purchase tickets online at
www.darlingtonarts.org!
$15 each or a 4-Concert pass for $40
Masquerade Ballroom
Workshop
Friday, October 25, 7:00 – 8:30pm
Join us for a festive evening of dance,
costumes and refreshments, while you
and your partner get close learning tango
and other styles of ballroom dance. Enjoy
complimentary
refreshments
(BYOB)
while you dance the night away. Great for
beginners and experienced dancers alike!
$50/couple
Teacher – Oster
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Special Programs
Offsite Programs
Darlington Teaching Artists are available to travel to your community sites
for artist residencies, performances and workshops! Examples include:
• Painting for adults at a senior center: 2 hour workshop on a Sunday
introducing painting techniques to active seniors
• Musical Theater for teens at a high school: 6 week after-school residency
meeting 3 days a week and producing a showcase for family and friends
• Violin and guitar duo performing at a community festival
Each residency is uniquely designed to meet your goals and budget. Contact the Program Coordinator at 610-358-3632 x2.
Birthday Parties
Pick a theme: music, visual art, dance or drama.
We’ll provide the teacher and materials —
You bring the refreshments and decorations!
Excellent instructors and exciting activities!
Call 610-358-3632 to check availability of date, teacher and time.
Parties for 12 guests are $250 for 2 hours.
Outreach Programs
In addition to the classes and private
instruction at the Center, Darlington
reaches out to economically
disadvantaged children living in the urban
areas of Chester and West Chester.
These outreach programs are funded
through grants and individual donations.
If you would like to help support arts
education in your community through
Darlington Arts Center, please contact
the Executive Director or donate online
at www.darlingtonarts.org
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Suzuki Violin
Chester Theater Arts Program
Darlington offers Suzuki violin instruction in three
elementary schools: Toby Farms School and
Chester Charter School for the Arts (CCSA) in the
city of Chester, and the Chester County Family
Academy in West Chester.
The Chester Theater Arts Program brings music,
dance and drama training to children ages 5 – 18
living in the city of Chester on Saturdays. Children
perform works they have created twice a year for
family and friends.
Arts Salute to Spring
darlington arts center
www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
Thank you to our sponsors, community donors
and attendees of Arts Salute to Spring!
On April 28, 2013 we gathered at Penn Oaks Golf Club to celebrate 34 years
of art, music, dance, and drama with our annual live & silent auction.
Guests enjoyed special performances by Brandywine Jazz featuring Geri Smith (instructor) and special guest Lisa
Klinger (voice student), two performances by Darlington Dance Company, live fashion illustration artists, and a
performance by the Chester County Family Academy Suzuki Violin class, one of Darlington’s Outreach programs.
Board president Ann Anthony presented the Arts Service Award to Lorraine Andersen, founder of Chester County
Family Academy (CCFA), for her dedication to the arts through establishing an arts-based curriculum at CCFA.
Andersen has played an integral role in bringing Darlington’s Suzuki Violin Outreach Program to the school.
Thank you to our Sponsors
Jeffrey and Lisa Klinger
Wawa
Cozen O’Connor
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP
Gibley and McWilliams, P.C.
Executive Financial Solutions
PECO
Anonymous
South Jersey Industries
We hope you can join us again next year!
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Our Supporters
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www.darlingtonarts.org
610.358.3632
As a non-profit community arts center, we rely on tax deductible contributions to support our operations, provide scholarships
to students in need and provide opportunities for under-served students through Outreach programs in Chester and
West Chester. We are grateful to all of our generous donors who make our work possible.
Thank You to Our Friends Supporting the Arts
from May 1, 2012– May 1, 2013
Angel
$20,000+
Artist
$500+
Presser Foundation
Aetna
Christen Bassett & Michael Denworth
Christopher & Ada Conrad
Kate Crary
Nancy Daly
Executive Financial Solutions
Jack Fernandez
Gibley McWilliams, P.C.
Jill Goldman
Henry & Ida Guckes
Nimrit Kang
Lawrence & Wendy Lehrfeld
Irina Nesterova
PECO
Anthony Stripling
Larry Van Stone
Patricia Young
Visionary
$10,000+
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Muse
$5,000+
Boeing Company
Elsie Lee Garthwaite Memorial Foundation
Advocate
$2,500+
Hoxie Harrison Smith Foundation
Lomax Family Foundation
Charles Delmar Foundation
Jeffrey & Lisa Klinger
Soloist
$1,000+
Ann Anthony
Barra Foundation
Craig Cleaver
Bob & Jane Cochran
Cozen O’Connor Foundation
Jay & Kimberly Creech
Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation
Gregory & Maureen Nichols
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP
Wawa Corporation
Thayer Corporation
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Community Builder
$250+
Sally Jean Bassett
William Bates
Capital One
Virgil Carter
Connie Chan & Frank Tran
Rachel Greengrass
John & Cynthia Jurgensen
Christopher & Rebecca Lippman
PNC Bank
Susan Nicodemus Quinn
South Jersey Industries
Robert Sulek
J. M. Valloti, M.D.
Arts Explorer
$100+
Linda Berkemeyer
Steven & Michelle Bessett
Briggs Auction Inc.
William & Ursula Davis
Mark Delmerico
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Delzingaro
Kim Doan
Peter Douvres
Richard Eldridge & Joan Vandegrift
Anna & Nicholas Hadgis
Diana & Peter Hemmenway
Adam & Aileen Lin
Susan Mardinly
Mary C Miller
Susan & Alan Paikin
Barbara Palma
Maria Delivoria Papadopoulos
Richard & Diane Picho
Mr. and Mrs. William J Quinn
Rubinstein’s Inc.
Dorothy & Michael Sophocles
Sandra Strine
Hageun Suh
Lincoln & Jeanette Sukhu
Phan Tang
In-Kind Donations
Dane Anderson
Cunningham Piano
Winstanley & Trefz Piano
In addition to those listed
here, we thank all our
donors including supporters
of our Annual Event, “Arts
Salute to Spring.”
United Way
Contributions to Darlington Arts Center can be
made through your local United Way Employee
Campaign where you work.
• Greater Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey
(#4131)
• Delaware (#8416)
Specify Darlington’s contact information (below)
or our donor choice number (above) on the Donor
Choice Pledge Form.
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Registration Information
Register for Classes & Workshops Online!
Browse classes, register instantly, and make payments securely
with ActiveNet. Visit www.darlingtonarts.org and click on “Register
Now.”
Current families and Returning families: we already have an
account set up for you! Click on “My Account,” then “Forgotten
Password,” and enter your email address to have your password
emailed to you.
New families: If you are new to Darlington, please create an
account
If you have any questions, please call the office at (610) 358-3632.
Call or Stop by to Register for Lessons
Please call the registrar at (610) 358-3632 x3 to sign up for private
lessons, or stop by the center to register in person. Note: you can
still use ActiveNet to make payments!
Regular business hours are 9am - 9pm, Monday through Friday,
and 9am - 3pm Saturday.
Because we are a member-supported
center for the arts, a non-refundable
Family Membership Fee of $65,
valid from September 1 - August 31,
is required to enroll in all activities
(except Workshops, SilverSneakers,
and Zumba)
Policies Available Online
Please view our policies online
at www.darlingtonarts.org
before registering for classes.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Darlington Arts Center is an equal opportunity organization committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The Center does not discriminate against
individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin or disability in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies,
employment policies, scholarships, programs and activities. Inquiries concerning the Center’s policies, including its compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations may be
directed to the Executive Director.
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Referral Program
Weekly classes
and lessons are
not held on:
Refer a friend, and save $10!
We want more families like you! Please help us spread the word
about Darlington to your friends and neighbors.
For every new family you refer to us (who signs up for a group
class or private lesson) we will give you a $10 credit! Just ask
your friend to mention your name when they register.
To get you started, we are happy to send your friend a catalog in
the mail. Please call (610) 358-3632 for more information.
October 31
November 27 through
December 1
December 21 through
January 1
April 14-20
May 23-26
July 4
August 29-31
Dance & Fitness Class Attire
Students are expected to wear the following attire and no jewelry except small stud earrings.
All students should bring a water bottle.
Ballet (including Tiny Tutus): Solid black leotard, pink tights,
and pink leather ballet slippers. Hair pulled back off the face and
neck and secured in a bun.
Ballroom: Dress up or down! No backless shoes.
Creative / Tap: Leotard and tights (footed or non-footed, see
shoes below) or play clothes (comfortable clothes that allow for
movement, no skirts or jeans). Hair pulled back off the face and
neck in a pony-tail. Shoes: Students must bring black tap shoes
(bring socks or wear footed tights, if desired) for half of class.
If wearing footed tights, students must also bring pink, leather
ballet slippers to avoid slipping; if wearing non-footed tights,
students may go barefoot.
Combo Class: Leotard and tights (any color). Wear pink ballet
slippers (canvas or leather); bring tan jazz shoes and black tap
shoes. Hair pulled back off the face and secured in a bun.
Contemporary/Jazz: Leotard and tights or tank top and closefitting pants (no jeans). Shoes: “FootUndeez” or similar. Hair
pulled back off the face and neck into a pony-tail or bun.
Dance Fusion: Tank top and leggings/close-fitting pants (no
skirts or jeans) or a leotard and tights. Dance sneakers or jazz
shoes. Hair pulled back off the face and neck in a pony-tail or
bun.
Hip Hop / Jazz Exploration: Tank top and close-fitting pants (no
skirts, no jeans) or a leotard and non-footed tights. Bare feet. Hair
pulled back off the face and neck into a pony-tail.
Hip Hop: Tank top and close-fitting pants (no jeans, no skirts) or a
leotard and tights. Black dance sneakers or black shell-top Adidas
sneakers. Hair pulled back off the face and neck into a pony-tail.
Jazz/Tap II: Leotard and tights or tank top and leggings/closefitting pants (no jeans). Black tap shoes and tan jazz shoes. Hair
pulled back off the face and neck in a pony-tail.
Karate: Students will need to purchase a training uniform (a Gi
in Japanese) at a cost of $25.00, payable to the instructor at the
first class. Bare feet. Hair pulled back off the face into a pony-tail.
SilverSneakers/Zumba: Comfortable, breathable clothing and
sneakers.
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Fall 2013 Catalog
Darlington Arts Center has Every Art for Everyone!
At Darlington Arts Center you can:
LEARN the skills of an artist and about yourself
EXPERIENCE first quality professional performances and exhibits
CREATE works of art – visual and performing
CONNECT to other community members and your inner-self
The mission of Darlington Arts Center is
to serve the cultural needs of a diverse community by providing
a school and outreach programs for the visual and performing arts
and by promoting the enjoyment and understanding of the arts
for people of all ages as expressed in music, art, dance, and drama.
We accomplish our mission through:
• Our Music School
• Our Visual Art School
• Our Dance Studio
• Our Theater School
• Our multidisciplinary workshops
• Our preschool
• Our onsite summer camp
• Providing space to artists
• Our recital series
• Our coffee house series
• Our exhibitions and gallery openings
• Our outreach programs:
Chester Theater Arts Program
Music at Toby Farms Intermediate School
Music at Chester County Family Academy
Music at Chester Charter School for the Arts
Community Members come to Darlington
for Education, Exploration and Inspiration
Let us be your home
for all the arts!