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CLICK HERE for updates about our 2022 Summer workshop

MAC Summer 2022

MAC Summer fun 2022

Workshops to be held at The First Congregational Church of Adams

42 Park St, Adams, MA 01220


Gleekers!– Students present an evening of song and dance ranging from Contemporary, Classic, and Broadway hits! During this one week workshop, students and teaching artists create a fully produced performance that will entertain audiences of all ages. Workshop focus on voice and choreography elements of a performance piece, with individual, duets, and ensemble numbers.

Ages: 7 & up
Dates: June 27th – July 1st, 1pm-5pm
Performance: Saturday, July 1st @ 7pm
Workshop Fee: $175

 


Little 2 Big-This multi-age four-week workshop celebrates classic musical theater with focus on ensemble building, voice and physical technique, and a fully produced production with three performances.

 

Ages 7 & up
Dates: July 11th – August 10th 1pm-5pm (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), + Saturday, July 16th (1p-5p)
Performances: Friday, 8/12 at 11am & 7pm and Saturday, 8/13 at 2pm
Workshop Fee: $525

 


Registration for our Summer Workshops has closed. Please contact info@minervaartscenter.org for late registration details

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Spring 2022 workshop

Minerva Arts Center is pleased to announce our 2022 spring workshop,

“HOLKA POLKA! A Fairy Tale Mystery”

Actors from Grades 1 and up are invited to join us for this exciting performance workshop, which culminates in a full-length production.

Tuition: $325 (Due at first rehearsal)

Registration must be submitted by 4/18/2022


  •  Location: First Congregational church of Adams, 42 Park St, Adams, MA 01220

  • Workshop will begin with auditions on, April 23rd and end with performances on May 20th at 7pm, and May 21st at 2pm & 7pm.

  • All Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1 PM to 5 PM.

  • Rehearsal dates are as follows: April 23rd, 24th, 30th, May 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th.

Lead Teaching Artist: Cassandra Vallieres
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email Cassi at info@minervaartscenter.org

Minerva Spring 2022 Registration

Please register for our spring workshop below. Please fill out one form for each student if registering multiple students. For any questions, or to inquire about a scholarship, please contact Cassi at 413-884-0050 or info@minervaartscenter.org.
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Winter workshop 2022

Due to the increase of Covid cases locally, and for the best interest of our students, staff, and families, we have decided to postpone our Winter show. However, “THE SHOW MUST GO ON!”. We will update this page once we feel it is safe to move forward.  If you are interested in participating in our winter production, please email Cassi @ info@minervaartscenter.org.

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Fall 2021 Workshop

Minerva Arts Center is pleased to announce our Fall 2021 musical workshop

A Minerva Arts Original- “The Magical World of Musicals”


Actors from Grades 1 and up are invited to join us for this exciting Performance Workshop, which culminates in a full-length musical production.

Tuition: $325 (Due at first rehearsal)

Registration must be submitted by 10/12/2021


  •  Location: First Congregational church of Adams, 42 Park St, Adams, MA 01220

  • Workshop will begin with auditions on, October 16th* and and end with performances on November 19th & 20th. (Time TBD)

  • *October 16th (Auditions) will run from 10am-2pm. Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1 PM to 5 PM.

  • Rehearsal dates are as follows: Oct 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st, Nov 6th, 7th, 11th*, 13th, 14th.

*Thursday, November 11th Veterans Day rehearsal 12-5pm. (TBD)

Lead Teaching Artist: Cassandra Vallieres
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email Cassi at info@minervaartscenter.org

Registration for our Fall Workshop has closed. Please contact info@minervaartscenter.org for late registration details

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2021 Spring March Madness Workshops

Minerva Arts Center is pleased to present our virtual 2021 Spring March Madness workshops!

Workshops will run on Saturday\Sunday from 12pm-5pm, and a virtual showcase from 5pm-6pm (With the exception of our Crochet Weekend).  Registration can be found below. Contact Cassi at info@minervaartscenter.org for more information.


Crochet weekend

March 13-14, 12pm-5pm

Cost: $50

Join Cassi in learning the basics of crochet. All the base info need to create your first project.

All material will be provided.


Design weekend

March 20-21, 12pm-6pm

Cost: $50

Join us to learn a bit about each design aspect of theater. From sets to lights.

All materials will be provided for our final project,  a virtual Showcase at 5pm


Monologue and song weekend

March 27-28, 12pm-6pm

Cost: $50

A part of the musical march madness workshop. Learn the art of preforming a monologue and solo to a song of your choice. This workshop will culminate to a virtual Performance on Sunday at 5pm


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Thank you! Middle and High school show!

THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!!

The curtain has fallen on three sold out shows! On behalf of the cast and crew, we want to thank everyone who made this show come together. Without your love and support, it wouldn’t have been possible. 

To our graduating high school performers, we are sad but excited to see you go, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors, and hope to see you soon!

Click here for a digital copy of the performance programme

Thank you to Phyllis McGuire from the Berkshire Eagle for writing a great article spotlighting our show! View it here

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Fall Musical 2020, The Wizard of Oz

Minerva Arts Center is pleased to announce our Fall 2020 musical workshop

“The Wizard of Oz”


Actors from Grades 1 and up are invited to join us for this exciting Performance Workshop, which culminates in a full-length musical production.

Tuition: $325 (Due at first rehearsal)

Registration must be submitted by 10/13/2020


  •  Location: TBD
  • Workshop will begin October 17th and performances are November 2oth & 21st.

  • Rehearsals are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1 PM to 5 PM.

  • Rehearsal dates are as follows: Oct 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 31st, Nov 1st, 7th, 8th, 11th* 14th, 15th. (Tech week Nov 16th-20th TBD)

*Wednesday, November 11th Veterans Day rehearsal 12-5pm. (TBD)

Lead Teaching Artist: Cassandra Vallieres
Questions or for information on tuition assistance, email Cassi at info@minervaartscenter.org

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Minerva and ZOOM!, By Popular Demand, The Sequel!

Minerva and ZOOM!
Friday, August 14 2020 @ 3pm!

COME ONE, COME ALL!! to the premier of  “Minerva and Zoom, The Sequel!”

We hope you can join us virtually this Friday, August 14th, for another  session of “Minerva and ZOOM”.  We have truly enjoyed the opportunity to “see” everyone this summer, and hope you will continue to join us weekly!

For more information, please register below, or email Cassi @ info@minervaartscenter.org

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CANCELLED: Summer 2020 Workshops

6\25\2020- For the safety and well being of our beloved actors, their families, and our staff, Minerva has made the difficult decision to cancel our 2020 summer season workshops.  We love you all, and hope to see you in the fall. In the meantime, stay safe, stay healthy, and stay amazing!

 



An Actor’s Around the World: Musical Theater

Explore the techniques used in acting, singing and dancing for musical theater! Actors will hone their
skills in choreography, vocal training, monologues, character and scene studies, and more!

Ages 7 & up
June 29th – July 3rd, 12pm-5pm

Performance: July 3rd  @ 5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $175

Art of Improv

Explore Improvisational Acting in this one-week workshop. Through a series of games and exercises, students learn the techniques of improv, which are then applied to short-form and long-form improvised scenes.

Ages 7 & up
July 6th – July 10th, 12pm-5pm
Workshop Fee: $175


Gleekers!

Students present an evening of song and dance ranging from Contemporary, Classic, and Broadway hits! During this one week workshop, students and teaching artists create a fully produced performance that will entertain audiences of all ages. Workshop focus on voice and choreography elements of a performance piece, with individual, duets, and ensemble numbers.

Ages 7 & up
July 13th – 17th, 12pm-5pm
Performance: July 17th @ 7pm
Workshop Fee: $175


Little 2 Big Presents…

This multi-age three-week workshop celebrates classic musical theatre with focus on ensemble building, voice and physical technique, and a fully produced production with three performances.

 

Ages 7 & up
July 20th – August 8th 12pm-5pm
Performances: Friday, 8/7 at 11am & 7pm and Saturday, 8/8 at 2pm
Workshop Fee: $525


Once Upon a Time…

A great introduction to the world of theatre for Pre-K and Kindergarteners (ages 3 &up)! Games and exercises develop imagination and play, motor and language skills, focus, teamwork, self-confidence, and acting technique! Text is adapted from beloved Fairy Tales and Classic Fables from around the world!

Pre-K and Kindergarten (Ages 3 & up)
August 10th – August 14th, 10am-5pm
Workshop Fee: $150

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POSTPONED-2020 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Out of love and care for our Minerva family, we have decided to postpone our spaghetti dinner fundraiser, but hope to be able to reschedule soon! Check back for updates, and in the meantime, stay safe, and stay healthy!


YOU CAN STILL HELP!

If you would like to contribute to our scholarship fund, you can do so by clicking the donate button below. Your help is greatly appreciated.




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