Improvisation is more than just games—it’s a fun way to boost creativity, adaptability, and connection. Through engaging games, you'll sharpen your thinking, enhance collaboration, and rediscover the joy of play in everyday life.

Instructor: Jess is passionate about improv, which he explored for fun and comedy. He created the award-winning “Comedian Deconstruction” format. As an instructor, he fosters a fun safe environment. Jess helps people embrace unpredictability, better communication, enhances personal relationships and learn to have fun again!

PREREQUISITE: At least one Introduction to Acting Class or Permission of the Instructor

TO GO ON WAITLIST: EMAIL LCummings@mclinc.org

This 6-week class will include working on one scene with a scene partner(s) focusing on text (script) analysis, understanding character's motivations, objectives and relationships to the overall content of the scene. It will also include character development work. Will involve some outside of class preparation.

Instructor: Retired UDSD theater teacher Debbie Thompson was a professional actress and cabaret performer, and is a founding member of the Upper Dublin Adult Community Players and Everybody’s Theater Company (ETC).

TO GO ON WAITLIST: EMAIL LCummings@mclinc.org

NO CLASS SEPT 24

Jazz musicians have been fascinated by the music of the Great American Songbook ever since the songs were written, in many cases almost a hundred years ago. In this class we will explore how jazz musicians have used their ideas and creativity to improvise on these popular songs and create unique musical expressions. The class is an update of an earlier class of the same name, with new composers and new songs added.

Instructor: JOHN BANGER has taught jazz classes in the Delaware Valley area for 10 years, teaching classes on “Jazz Vocalists”, “Masters of Jazz”, “Understanding and Listening to Jazz”, “Jazz and The Great American Songbook”, “From Bessie to Bebop, Brazil and Beyond - An Unconventional History of Jazz” and “Jazz Around the World”.

NO CLASS SEPT 24

Study the importance of shape, value and composition, and learn to draw from studio set-ups & photos. For all levels. Required supplies: drawing pencils & 9x12" drawing paper.

Instructor: Jackie Drewes, a former art school recruiter, has studied with various oils, pastels and watercolor artists.

NO CLASS SEPT 24

John Williams has spent 50+ years producing award-winning movie scores and serving as the music director and laureate conductor of the Boston Pops Orchestra. We will explore the life and music of the man whose artistic partnership with Steven Spielberg has resulted in many of Hollywood's most successful films. Come enjoy the music and hear some interesting backstories about John Williams, an American treasure. Use the Force, if necessary!

Instructor: Jeff Thomas has enjoyed John Williams' music since the first sighting of that big, hungry shark. Jeff has previously presented music-themed courses and lectures, and he is looking forward to exploring the life and music of the great John Williams. Come see why E.T. phoned home!

NO CLASS SEPT 24

Study the importance of shape, value and composition, and learn to draw from studio set-ups & photos. For all levels. Required supplies: drawing pencils & 9x12" drawing paper.

Instructor: Jackie Drewes, a former art school recruiter, has studied with various oils, pastels and watercolor artists.

Depictions of food and dining in art remain popular themes in still life, genre, and super-sized installations. From farm to table, feasts come to life by artists as varied as Arcimboldo, Cézanne, Pippin, and Judy Chicago. With ravishing details that span the symbolic to the social, discussions center on an array of ‘isms, media, and scale that dramatically connects our understanding of eating rituals from the past to the present. Enriching videos highlight works of art from museums worldwide.

Instructor: Lynn Berkowitz, MFA, BFA, with a career in art museums, has developed an array of award-winning gallery tours, experiences, and apps aimed at helping audiences of all ages and abilities engage with a diversity of artists, ‘isms, and approaches.

A look back at the legendary studio where such artists as Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins got their start. The little Memphis Recording Studio became Sun Records and with it, changed music forever. Have a look at the beginnings of rock and roll, and enjoy the sounds of long ago.

Instructor: Larry Lefkowitz was a technical writer and editor for 40+ years. He also freelanced as a writer for a variety of print and online magazines. In retirement, he currently hosts a music program on an Internet radio station.