Classes & Private Lessons
Classes, workshops, and private lessons in every artistic genre are offered year-round at the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts. Sign up to be a student of the arts today!
Winter/Spring classes now enrolling! Classes begin January 8, 2024.
Music
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Jazz Night
Ruth Eckerd Hall Big Band I (*) -or- Ruth Eckerd Hall Big Band II (*)
Ages: 14-19
Monday, 6:00-9:00pm
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 8, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 8, 2024
Jazz Night is designed for dedicated students interested in taking their love of this extraordinary genre to the next level. The history and development of jazz music is explored, along with theory and improvisation skill-building. Multiple performance opportunities on the Ruth Eckerd Hall campus and throughout the Tampa Bay area occur during the term.(*) placement is determined through open audition and subject to the instrumental needs of each ensemble
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Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus
Ages: 18 and up
Tuesday, 6:30-8:00pm (Ensemble 8:00-9:00pm)
Tuition: $125.00
Classes start: Jan. 9, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 2, 2024
The Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus is a talented group of multi-generational singers who celebrate the joy of music by singing TOGETHER! Annual repertoire includes selections from the Middle Ages to modern day pop & rock, along with Disney classics and favorites from the stage. From weekly rehearsals, holiday celebrations, and sporting events to concerts on stages of all sizes, the Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus performs regularly throughout the Tampa Bay area and beyond. Join us for the spring concert on April 12 & 13!
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Ruth Eckerd Hall Youth Choir
Grades: 1-5th, 6-8th, 9-12th
Tuesday, 4:30-6:00pm
Tuition: $125.00
Classes start: Jan. 9, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 2, 2024
The Ruth Eckerd Hall Youth Choir will consist of three divisions – elementary, middle, and high school singers – rehearsing separately and together! All participants will delve into the fundamentals of music, teamwork, and learning to sing in unison with pieces learned from every genre including show tunes, modern/pop, and international selections. Performances will include a variety of onsite events and others throughout the community. Come sing with us! Join us for the spring concert on April 12 & 13!
On Camera
Theater
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Broadway Bound I
Grades: 1st - 3rd
Saturday, 9:00-11:00am
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 13, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 6, 2024
While encouraging self-expression and boosting confidence, students will learn the basics of acting and movement/dance for the stage with an end-of-term performance for family & friends.
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Broadway Bound II
Grades: 4th & 5th
Saturday, 9:00-11:00am
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 13, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 6, 2024
Continuing to build on acting basics, students will focus on the art of storytelling and character development concluding with a “from page to stage” performance for family & friends at the end of the term.
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Broadway Bound III
Grades: 6th - 8th
Saturday, 12:00-2:00pm
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 13, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 6, 2024
Students will study short scenes from published works furthering their acting skills and the ability to analyze plays for truer performances. Family & friends will be invited to an end-of-term performance featuring selected scenes.
Visual Arts
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Saturday in the Art Room
Grades: 5th-8th
Saturday, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 13, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 6, 2024
Art is all around us - spend your Saturday drawing, painting, sculpting, and creating! Students will explore multiple artistic genres in addition to visual arts for the stage making props and scenic elements in this hands-on, color-filled class. A gallery-style art show will be open for family & friends at the end of the term.
Drama
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Stage Acting
Grades: 9th - 12th
Saturday, 12:00-2:00pm
Tuition: $300.00
Classes start: Jan. 13, 2024
Classes end: Apr. 6, 2024
Through critical examination of theatrical moments, students will learn to select the best acting choices possible for higher-level performance. A selected one-act play will be presented to family & friends at the term’s end.
Tuition Assistance
Need tuition assistance? Please call the Education Office at 727-712-2706.