Art Camps are back at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center (formerly Savannah Cultural Arts Center)! Performing arts, visual arts, and new specialty camps for rising 1st graders and older!
The full-day arts camps for 1st – 6th graders will run in weeks 1, 3, and 6.
Registration is now open for Spring 2025 Performing Arts classes! Classes are for all experience levels and ages 2-14. View the list below and register at savannahga.gov/artsclasses!
A new term of arts classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center start back January 6th! Choose from offerings in dance, painting, clay and more for kids and teens ages 2-18.
Youth can tap their way into a fun tap dance class at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center this winter! These classes are great for kids who love to dance or want to learn a new skill.
Youth Tap Dance – Ages 9-13, Tuesdays 1:30-2:30pm
Students will have fun exploring ways to make music with their feet, playing with rhythm and dynamics.
Exploring Ballet and Tap – Ages 7-9, Saturdays 12:00-1:00pm
Young dancers learn the basics of ballet and tap in a fun, supportive class that includes warm-ups, basic techniques, and choreography designed to build coordination, rhythm, and self-expression.
The holiday magic is back with Tybee Ballet Theatre’s Land of the Sweets, a 75min inclusive, relatable, and abbreviated version of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
Don’t miss out on this enchanting performance that brings the beauty of ballet to life for the whole family.
Show Date and Times: Nov. 23 2024
Location: Savannah Theatre
Times: Noon & 7PM
Whether you’re a ballet lover or just looking to start a new holiday tradition, Land of the Sweets is the perfect way to celebrate the season!
Land of the Sweets Ballet Brunch, Sun, Nov. 10, 2024, 10:30 AM & 12:30PM @ North Beach Bar and Grill – Tybee Is.
Help raise funds for Tybee Ballet Theatre’s enchanting holiday production of Land of the Sweets. Enjoy a delightful brunch by the beach, filled with delicious food and drinks to ring in the holiday season!
What to Expect:
Scrumptious brunch menu by North Beach Bar & Grill
Holiday-themed cocktails & mocktails
Auction and prizes
Photo-ops with cast
What to Know:
General seating tickets: Due to the limited amount of tables, we cannot guarantee together seating with your party. Additionally, your party may be seated with others or placed at the bar. You will be seated on a first come, first serve basis, so plan accordingly.
VIP ticketing: VIP seating guarantees priority seating with your party at a private table. Additionally, you will receive LOS swag, special attention from the LOS cast, and a complimentary cocktail (or non-alcoholic beverage) for each person at your table.
All proceeds support Tybee Ballet Theatre’s mission to keep the Land of the Sweets program accessible, free, and coming back year after year.
Land of the Sweets is a 75min inclusive, relatable, and abbreviated version of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
Here’s your or your child’s chance to participate in this holiday tradition.
The Tybee Ballet Theatre is holding open dance auditions for roles in their 2024 performances of The Land of the Sweets. Ages 6 & older are encouraged to attend – dance experience is not a requirement. Please arrive 15 mins prior to call time to sign in.
If selected, dancers will need to attend rehearsals starting in September and leading up to the performances, presented in late fall.
Auditions are Sat. Aug. 17 2024 @ Tybee Post Theater
Let your child explore their creative side or dance to the beat in visual and performing arts classes designed specifically for ages 2 – 18. Visual arts classes run for 6 weeks and performing arts classes run for 10 weeks starting August 19. Register today!
Teen Classes:
Teen Jewelry and Metalsmithing (Ages 13-18)
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Youth Classes:
Home School Art (Ages 6-12)
Youth Drawing and Painting (Ages 9-12)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Intermediate Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Beginning Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Home School Clay (Ages 6-12)
Exploring Drama and Stage Craft (Ages 11-14)
Parent/Child Movement (Ages 2-3)
Discovering Dance (Ages 3-5)
Youth Musical Theater (Ages 9-13)
Registration takes place on CommunityPass. You must create a CommunityPass account and add all family members you wish to register for classes to the account. City of Savannah residents will have priority registration until July 29. Non-residents should add their child to the waitlist and will be registered according to availability.
Tybee Ballet Theatre’s BEGINNER’S SERIES will featuring a stellar staff of professional dancers who are so eager to share their craft with you on an accessible and inclusive level.
Just show up and show out, y’all! Try something new this summer and step out of that box. Shatter those glass ceilings telling you you are too old, too late, too whatever! Being bad at something is SO GOOD FOR YOU…why not do it next to some of the most supportive people on this island?!?
The studio is calling. Time to answer. See ya on the dance floor!
Time is running out to register your little ones for Spring arts classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! Registration closes soon, but there’s still availability in select classes.
Home School Art (Ages 6-12) | Tuesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Classes run for 6 weeks and cover various disciplines in ceramics, dance, drawing and more. All experience levels are welcome, and all materials are supplied.
Let your little one explore their artistic side or dance to the beat in 6-week classes specifically for Youth and Teens. Choose from returning favorites like Youth Drawing and Painting, Dynamic Dance, Clay classes and more! Classes start Monday, April 82024.
Teens:
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Youth:
Dynamic Dance (Ages 9-13)
Discovering Dance (Ages 3-5)
Parent/Child Movement (Ages 2-3)
Youth Musical Theatre (Ages 9-13)
Beginning Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Intermediate Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Home School Art (Ages 6-12)
Youth Drawing and Painting (Ages 9-12)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Registration takes place on CommunityPass. You must create a CommunityPass account and add all family members you wish to register for classes to the account. Visit savannahga.gov/artsclasses to learn more and register.
Got a creative child or teen interested in learning clay, ceramics even how to create on a pottery wheel
Winter term registration is now open for visual and performing arts classes including youth clay/ceramics classes at SCAC!
In Teen Clay, teens with any level of experience will learn a broad range of skills including hand-building and experimental projects. Beginning and Intermediate Youth Clay allows youth ages 9-12 to dive into the world of ceramics and complete finished pieces. Teen Clay class begins Jan 22, Beginning Youth Clay class begins Jan 30, and the Intermediate Youth Cay class begins Jan 29.
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Other youth classes include new Beads, Braids, and Knots; Music & Movement parent & me class for ages 2-3; youth painting & drawing.
Teen classes begin Jan. 22 2024 and run for 7 weeks.
Youth classes begin Jan. 29 2024 and run for 6 weeks.
Girls ages 10-12 can enjoy an afternoon of beading and braiding in this fun class on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm starting on Jan. 29 2024.
Roll up your sleeves and tap into your creative side as we explore many materials to create wearable and useable pieces of art. Introduction to beads, Kumihimo (the Japanese art of braiding), the use of knotting and paper will be explored. Projects will include friendship bracelets, key rings, and Kumihimo bracelets.
Also join Adventures in Art, Youth Drawing and Painting, and Youth Clay!
Mornings in movement and song with little ones aged 2-3. Class is available on both Wednesday and Saturday from 10-10:45AM starting Jan. 31.
This class offers interactive bonding time with parent and child, geared towards children ages two and three. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop.
Kids aged 3-5 can also join Discovering Dance, a 3 in 1 class exploring different dance techniques and rhythm.
An afternoon of art exploration and fun for creative kids aged 9-12. Class takes place Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30PM starting Jan. 31 2024.
In this class, young artists will have the opportunity to explore the art of both drawing and painting. You’ll develop your drawing and painting skills in a variety of fun projects that will include watercolor, pastels, and acrylics.
Kids aged 9-12 can also join Adventures in Art, Beads, Braids and Knots, and Youth Clay classes.
In partnership with Savannah Cultural Arts Center through the Spotlight and Weave-A-Dream Programs, this ballet will be unique and inclusive rendition of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
The performance will take place on Nov. 17 2023 at 7PM The Ben Tucker Theater in SCAC at 7PM at no cost to the public!
Seating is limited, but you can reserve your free ticket online here.
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Tybee Ballet will present Land of the Sweets as ticketed events on Sat. Nov. 18 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center @ 3 & 7PM as well as Sat. Dec. 9 2023 @ 3 & 7PM and Sun. Dec. 10 2023 @ 3PM at The Tybee Post Theater. Purchase online here.
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The Land of the Sweets 2023 is coming to a theater near you this fall, and you could be on stage in the production.
The Tybee Ballet Theatre is holding open dance auditions for roles in their upcoming performances of The Land of the Sweets. Ages 6 & older are encouraged to attend – dance experience is recommended but is not a requirement. Please arrive 15 mins prior to call time to sign in.
If selected, dancers will need to attend rehearsals starting after Sep. 9 2023 and leading up to the performances, presented on Nov. 17 & 18 at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center and on Dec. 9 & 10 @ The Tybee Post Theater.
*The Land of the Sweets is presented at NO COST for cast and participants by the Tybee Ballet Theater as part of the City of Savannah’s Spotlight investment program.
Aug. 12 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center Studio
Spring youth classes begin this week at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! There’s still time to register for art exploration – from our youngest artists in parent/child classes to adventures in visual arts!
All classes are 6 week sessions and build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and artistic skills. Youth classes cover ages 0-12 years.
Whether you have a budding actor, artist, or a child that loves to be creative, the Savannah Cultural Arts Center has a class for you! Beginning with Parent/Child movement for ages 2-3, there are classes for all ages through high school! New classes for youth include a Disney-based dance and movement class and teens also have new dance options, including hip hop and cultural dance classes!
Classes will begin the week of Jan. 9 2022.
Youth classes run for 6 weeks, teen classes run for 6 or 8 weeks, class dependent.
Learn more about the classes and register online here.
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Youth art, movement, and music classes are back at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! A new round of 6-week session classes will begin Mon. Oct. 17 2022. Class favorites are back along with some new ways to get creative.
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Youth Classes Clay – Mondays
Intro to the Flute – Mondays
Parent/Child Movement – Tuesdays
Pre-ballet – Tuesdays Homeschool Art – Tuesdays
Ballet/Jazz Combo Class – Wednesdays
Creative Movement – Wednesdays Youth Art -Saturdays
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Teen Classes
Clay* – Mondays
Jewelry and Metals* – Tuesdays
DIY Musician – Wednesdays *8 Week Class Sessions
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Learn more about classes and register online here.
