Click on the categories below to learn more about the classes:

Preschool Education
 Music For All Ages
Art for Children
 Art for Adults
 Clay For Children & Adults
 Drama & Musical Theater
 Writing
 Birthday Parties
 Dance
OTHER AREAS of INTEREST

CREATIVE SPARK admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation or  national origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the art center.

It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in administration
of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and administered programs.

Creative Spark Center for the Arts is a private non-profit organization. It is funded in part by the
South Carolina Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

And by the a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the
Southern Arts Federation and the S.C. arts Commission.

CLASSES FOR ALL AGES

 Our classes suitable for all age groups. Music ... Dance ... Visual Arts ... We have it all!  Choose from the menu at the left between preschool, child, teen and adult classes offered at our Arts Center. There is something for everyone in Creative Spark's class schedule...
and don't forget to mark our diverse Entertainment Programs on your calendar.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

To register by mail send in the form below and payment in full or credit card information.
A minimum payment of $50 is required to hold  a spot in a class.
Your cancelled check is your receipt and confirmation.

To register in person come to 757 Long Point Road
Open from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM Mondays through Thursdays or until 3:00 PM on Fridays.

To register by phone call 881-3780 with your VISA or MasterCard number.

PRESCHOOL EDUCATION 

You are encouraged to file an application for future years for these very popular programs. 

Magic Sparks is an arts infused preschool program
for 3, 4 and 5 year old children
where learning can happen at any moment.
Children can come 3 or 4 mornings per week.
The student/teacher ratio of 12 to 2 highly qualified early childhood teachers
and the creative, hands-on approach to learning makes
this the creative alternative for preschool.
Visiting artists from Creative Spark's faculty add dance,
musical drama, Spanish, storytelling and clay to the curricula. 

tuition information
&
Magic Sparks application for enrollment

Learning Extensions
offers our oldest preschoolers opportunities to explore scientific, mathematical
and early reading concepts in an arts infused environment.
Learning Extensions is designed to meet the needs of children who will
be in kindergarten the following year or who attend half day programs.
Noon to 2 PM for two, three, four or five days a week.

MUSIC FOR ALL AGES
Children/Youth

Early childhood is a time of rapid growth and brain development.
It’s the optimal time to awaken and develop your child’s inborn joy and talent for making music.
Creative Spark is proud to offer this parent/child program developed by music professionals.

 Musikgarten®
 Awaken and develop your child’s inborn joy and talent for making music while enjoying this special time together.
Early childhood—a time of rapid growth and brain development—is the optimal time to start this musical journey.  Creative Spark is proud to offer these 30 minute parent/child classes developed by music professionals
and used all over the world with great results.
Certified teacher, Natalie Hudson BFA Music, will lead these joyful classes in our wonderful toddler music room.  Tuition is $135 plus $35 for materials (including a CD) for the 15-week series of classes.
Class sizes are limited to 8 children to insure quality.
Time Day of the Week and Start Date Ages
10:00 AM Wednesday

August 27

 Ages newborn to sixteen months
10:00 AM Monday or
Thursday		 August 25
August 28		 Ages sixteen months to three years 

Music for Young Children
 Designed for parents who want to introduce piano to their young children, MYC provides a economical,
comprehensive music program that integrates keyboard, singing, ear training, sight reading, rhythm, music theory and music composition. Children between the ages of 3 and 9, accompanied by their parents, benefit by acquiring solid music education in a fun group-based environment that enhances parent/child involvement.
The MYC program combines early childhood education principles with music theory within a rigorous curriculum in a fun atmosphere of music making.
Creative Spark highly recommends this program from beginning musicians.
Tuition is four payments of $180 plus a supply charge of $130 for the 36 week course.
Siblings can share most supplies.
 Tuesdays beginning August 26
Ages 3 and 4 at 2:30 to 3:30
Ages 5 to 6 at 3:30 to 4:30
Ages 7 to 9 at 4:30 to 5:30

Private Musical Instruction in a Variety of Instruments
 Creative Spark’s eminent faculty offers private, weekly lessons at times to suit your schedule.
Instruments taught include piano, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, voice, sax and violin.
Children and adults, of any experience level, will learn musical theory
and to read and play music in a variety of styles.
We emphasize a positive environment with encouragement to develop your creativity.
 When:  Start at any time – Enrollment information call us at: 881-3780
 Tuition: $26 per half hour lessons.  Longer lesson times are available.

Group Voice Lessons
 Learn basic vocal warm-ups and exercises to help develop young singing voices and musical ears.
Each student will learn, memorize and perform at least one solo song,
which is a great preparation for upcoming auditions.
Christina Yap, instructor.
 Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM
for 12 weeks beginning September 10
for $165
Ages 8 to 10

Broadway Kids
 A beginning vocal class under the direction of Christina Schaer Yap.
Students develop their voices and ear while learning some of Broadway’s best tunes.
The semester ends with a gala performance.
   Mondays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM
for 12 weeks beginning Sept. 8
for $125
Ages 6 to 8

Broadway Performing Troupe
 Under the direction of Christina Schaer Yap students develop their voices and learn choreography.
Participants in this program have won scholarships to New York City and colleges and received acclaim
from many audience members for their polished, professional performances. 
This two-semester class for singers ages 9 and up who have vocal training and/or who
are taking private lessons and are committed to performing,
can join this group which performs several times a year.
 In addition to performances,
The class will meet on Mondays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM
for 30 weeks beginning September 8
Tuition is four payments of $120, plus minimal costume fees

Childbloom Guitar®
 is a unique and exciting way to introduce guitar and music to kids.
The curriculum is comprised of music arranged in parts; the student not only learns solo-playing skills,
but ensemble skills as well. This allows the instructor to successfully teach in
small groups of up to four students, while accommodating the young child’s attention span
and the adolescent’s expanding social horizon.
 Students will be grouped by age and parents will accompany their children to each half hour weekly lesson.
Saturday mornings with certified instructor Tom Noren.
For more information or to enroll, call him at 514-3405
Ages 5 to 12 years old

Community Drumming  for Adults
 Work off the stress of the week as you play hand drums
(provided, or bring your own Djembe or Ashiko)
with Bob Small, master drummer.
On  the first Friday of each month for 4 months
beginning September 5 at 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Pay $40 for all four in advance or $15 per week at the door.
Teens and adults

 
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CULTURAL AWARENESS GRANTS FOR TEACHERS
 Through support of the S.C. Arts Commission and the Southern Arts Federation, Creative Spark provides
subsidies for teachers to bring their classes to attend performances at Creative Spark.
  Free tickets are also available to schools unable to pay.
 These professional performances bring the best of the world’s cultures to your children
to enhance their understanding of geography, social studies, heritage and the Arts.
Many of the performances come with study guides.
Interested teachers and parents can request these tickets by calling Creative Spark’s director.
The S.C. Arts Commission and the Southern Arts Federation receive
support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
ART FOR CHILDREN/YOUTH

Paint a Rainbow:
 Age appropriate music, drama and movement for ages 3 to 5 year olds taught by members of
our preschool faculty and visiting artists.  A “greatest hits” of experiences from Creative Spark’s
many years of  preschool arts and dance instruction.
 Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
beginning September 4 for fifteen weeks
for $175 plus $25 supplies
Watercolor Painting
 Beautiful results and expressive materials make this class with Lori Penland a wonderful creative outlet.
 Mondays at 5:00 to 6:00 PM
for 8 weeks beginning September 8 for $95 plus $25 materials
 for ages 8 to 12
Mini-Michelangelo’s
 Drawing inspiration from artists of many cultures, children will create their own art in the
style of the masters. A wide variety of materials will be introduced and the
children will be encouraged to develop both
self-expression and technical skills as they paint, draw, assemble and design
several of their own masterpieces.
Instructed by Scott Debus, an inspiring artist of great imagination.
  Tuesdays at 3:30 to 4:30 PM
for eight weeks
beginning either September 2 or November 11
for cost of $95 plus $20 supplies
 Ages 6 to 8

Cartoons and Comic Books
 Invent characters, animate them and bring them to life.
The instructor Scott Debus is an artist who can draw anything and will show you how to do that too.
 Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM
for eight weeks
beginning either September 2 or November 11
for the cost of $95 plus $15 supplies
Ages 8 and up

Teen Painting
 Begin by learning some technique and then move onto individual projects
in either representational or abstract form.
Instructor Scott Debus
 Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM
for eight weeks
beginning either September 2 or November 11
for the cost of $95 plus $30 supplies
Ages 13 to 18

Sparks on Stage Theatre Company
Students will work on all aspects of a theatre production- both front and back stage.
They’ll produce sets, props and costumes for a production that they will help create and perform.
The class will culminate in a public performance.
Instructors Lori Penland (Art) and Linda Eisen (Theatre).
A good class for both aspiring actors and artists.
 Wednesdays 4:00 to 5:30 PM
beginning September 3 for 12 weeks
for $195
 ages 8 to 12 (or 7 with previous experience)

Morning Art
 Especially for home-schooled children who want to experience a variety of media or prepare a portfolio.
Stimulating, creative projects will include a wide variety of media.
Individualized attention will accommodate learning styles and experience levels.
Taught by Michaela Kuhn
 Combine with home school clay and get a 20% discount.
Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM
starting September 3 or October 29
for 8 weeks beginning
for $150 plus $25 supplies
Ages 6 to 12

Holiday Gift making Workshop
 It warms the hearts of all of us here at Creative Spark to imagine all the sweet,
handmade gifts being opened during the winter holidays.
These are made by children in our very popular two-day gift-making workshop
under the guidance of faculty artists.
All the best of the holiday season is at this workshop:
joy, heartfelt giving, and gifts families will treasure.
 December 22 and 23 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
for $95 including the supplies to make at least 8 gifts. 
Ages 6 to 12

 
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ART FOR ADULTS

Adult Painting
Both beginners and experienced painters are welcome to learn
technique and expressive methods using acrylic paints from Scott Debus
Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
for six weeks beginning September 11 or October 23
for $110 plus $25 supplies.

 

Adult drawing
 Learn technique and develop style as you draw realistically with instructor Lori Penland.
No experience needed.
Wednesday, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM
for six weeks beginning September 3
Tuition $95 plus $20 supplies.

Expressive Self portraits
Learn technique to paint realistically and explore figurative and abstract ideas
to express your inner life as you create a finished painting with Lori Penland.
Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM
for six weeks beginning October 15
Tuition $95 plus $20 supplies.

 
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Clay for Children/Youth

Creative Spark has moved its clay studio to Trident Academy (just off of Whipple Rd. in Mt. Pleasant)
to enlarge the studio and bring even more classes to the community!
 All listed classes will take place there.
For more about Michaela Kuhn, see www.brownbagart.com

Mudmuffins
 One of our most popular classes.  Course includes coil, slab and pinch clay methods
with focus on both decorative and functional designs of hand building clay.
Many children take this class several times so each session features new projects.
The last class is always a party with treats eaten in the clay creations.
Michaela Kuhn, instructor
 Fridays at 3:30 to 4:30 PM
begin September 5 and November 7
The cost is $115 plus $25 for supplies for 8 weeks
for children 5 years old and up

Kids Hand-building and at the Wheel
 A class for children ages ten and up that have had some clay experience.
Learn techniques that will allow you to create functional art including mosaic tile.
Learn to make thrown shapes on the pottery wheel and
work with slabs of clay using hand-building techniques.
Michaela Kuhn, instructor
  Classes begin
Fridays, September 5, and
Fridays, November 7
for 8 weeks
Beginner Potter’s Wheel Class 4:45 to 5:45 PM
Tuition $115 plus supply cost is $25
Experienced potter’s wheel class 6:00 to 7:30 PM for $140

Parent/Child Clay
 Children ages 4 and up and an accompanying parent or caregiver will enjoy
doing projects together including pairs of fish plates, family trees, collaborative sculptures and more.
Michaela Kuhn, instructor
Wednesday at 4:00 to 5:00 PM
for 8 weeks
starting September 3,  or October 29
for $130 per pair plus $50 supplies
additional sibling @$70. 

 Clay for Home-Schoolers
A special morning opportunity for youth who would like an introduction to working with clay.
Learn basic techniques while making artistic and functional projects with Michaela Kuhn.
Classes are on Wednesdays for each 8 weeks.
Take both classes or combine with Homeschool Art class and get a 20% discount.
 Each class costs $115 plus a $25 supply fee.

Beginner Hand Building (ages 5 and up)
10:30 to 11:30 AM
starting September 3 or October 29th
for $115
Potter’s Wheel Class (ages 10 and up)
12:00 to 1:00 PM
 starting September 3 or October 29th
for $115

CLAY FOR ADULTS

Clay at the Wheel for Adults
 Wheel and hand building techniques with a variety of useful and decorative projects are instructed.
Small classes accommodate both beginners and experienced students and allow each
person to work at their own pace under the teacher’s guidance.
Optional lab times are also available to current students at various times each week for a small fee.
 Eight weeks for $165 plus $25 for supplies (returning students pay $15 for supplies).
 Classes are 6:30 to 9:00 PM
Mondays starting September 8
with Beth Lovett.
Wednesdays, starting September 10 or
November 5
with Jennifer Mathis

Morning Clay
 Start your day or end your week making beautiful creations for your home, personalized gifts,
or just allow your creative sprit to flow. Hand building and wheel experiences for adults who
would like an introduction to working with clay.  Learn basic techniques that will allow you to
create functional art that include making mosaic title.
 Instructor Michaela Kuhn
from 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM
Eight weeks of classes for $165 plus $25 for materials
Tuesdays beginning September 2 or October 28, or
 Thursdays beginning September 4 or October 30

 
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Drama & Musical Theater

Sparks on Stage Theatre Company
 Students will work on all aspects of a theatre production- both front and back stage.
They’ll produce sets, props and costumes for a production that they will help create and perform.
The class will culminate in a public performance.
A good class for both aspiring actors and artists ages 8 to 12 (or 7 with previous experience).
Lori Penland (Art) and Linda Eisen (Theatre)
Wednesdays 4:00-5:30 PM
for 12 weeks beginning August 27 for $195. 

How to Audition for Films, Television and Commercials
 Hundreds of locals are cast each year in films, commercials and television shows.
If you aspire to get paid jobs acting, even non-speaking roles require that you know the terminology,
etiquette, how to recite a monologue, improvise and follow direction.
Learn from a pro, Nick Smith.
Ages 8 and up
Wednesdays for 8 weeks
beginning October 1 on Wednesday
from 5:00 to 6:15 PM
for $115.

 
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WRITING

True Stories:
Self-discovery Journal Writing Workshop for Teen Girls
 An introspective, creative writing course for mature girls interested in exploring and communicating who
they are and who they want to become through guided journaling. Girls will gain greater self-awareness and
self-respect, creative writing skills, spoken word experience, writing/publishing resources,
insight into female authors and gender- relevant literature, appreciation for the connection between art and writing,
and an overall understanding of how to tell their own stories!
Class includes the creation of a beautiful collage journal and participation at Creative Café on November 24.
Come join this innovative all-girl group of like-minded thinkers, writers and readers!
Instructor: Kendall Lukas.
Mondays from  4:00 to 6:00 PM
starting September 8
for 12 weeks
Tuition is $145 plus $10 supplies.    

Mystery and Fantasy Writing
 Do you like vampires, ghosts and things that go bump in the night?
Did you read Harry Potter?
Aspiring writers ages 8 to 14 are invited to create scary characters, spooky settings, and suspenseful plots
and then share the results at a reading at the Creative Café on Nov. 24.
Bomar Porth, MA and MAT, instructor
Six weeks on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM
beginning October 15
for the introductory price of $65. 

 
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DANCE LESSONS FOR ALL AGES

DANCE FOR CHILDREN


Capoeira
 is a blend of martial arts, acrobatic dance and games developed in Brazil.
Participants take turns sparring, with exciting sweeps, kicks and footwork and playing instruments.
Christopher Pulliam, instructor
Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM
for children ages 6-12
for 8 weeks beginning September 8
Tuition $175 for 16 weeks or $45 a month.
You may start at any time!

Delicious Dancing:
 Dance steps and recipes from around the world make this a great new class for ages 8 to 12.
Begin by making a new recipe and then learn a dance to go with it.
International flare and delectable flavors instructed by Angela Agudo.
Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM
for ten weeks beginning September 11
for $90 plus $25 supplies

Paint a Rainbow:
 Age appropriate music, drama and movement for ages 3 to 5
taught by members of our preschool faculty and visiting artists.
A “greatest hits” of experiences from Creative Spark’s
many years of preschool arts and dance instruction.
Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
for fifteen weeks beginning September 4
for $175 plus $25 supplies

DANCE FOR ADULTS

Modern Dance
 Jocelyn Nugent has been with Anonymity Dance Company as a performer, choreographer and
assistant director since 1988.  She has danced with renowned companies in California after
completing her BFA in Modern Dance and Ballet. She brings her broad background to a welcoming
intermediate modern class for adults aimed at developing creative minds
and bodies using interesting music and movement ideas.
This class is suitable for experienced adult dancers of any age.
Pay $12 per class or $40 per month
Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM
beginning September 3

Belly Dancing
 this exotic and elegant dance has evolved through the ages and become a popular way for women
to stay in shape and become more graceful.
This is a beginner’s class
taught by Karen Innella and members of Ancient Echoes.
You will be initiated into the extraordinary world of this playful and alluring dance.
Bellies of all sizes are welcome!
Wear comfortable clothes.
Tuition is $60 for 6 weeks.
Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
beginning Oct. 7

Salsa Dancing
Are you feeling left out of this popular dance?
Come learn from David Fuerte as he takes you from the basic steps to the dance floor.
Singles or couples welcome.
Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
for 4 weeks
beginning September 2
$45 per person.

Ballroom Dancing
 Stanley Ostendorff, the area’s most consummate professional dance teacher
with over twenty years of experience, can help you get out on the dance floor.
Sign up with or without a partner
for $50 per person for four one-hour lessons
and $75 for six week sampler class on Thursday nights beginning at 7:00 PM
Private lessons for couples are also available by request.
Find out about other dancing around town on the website www.ballroomplus.com
8/21 to 9/25: Six week Ballroom sampler
10/2 to 10/23:  Four week Beginner waltz
10/30 to 11/20:  Four week Swing

Adult Ballet
A beginner’s class for aspiring adult dancers. Grace, balance and movement while you get in shape.
No experience necessary.
Instructed by Angela Agudo
 Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM
for ten weeks beginning September 11
for $115.

Weekend Dances
 Creative Spark’s spacious dance floor is filled every weekend with dancers enjoying waltz,
salsa, swing, Cha-Cha,
fox trot and other dance styles. The first hour is always a free lesson given
by Stanley Ostendorff of Ballroom Plus.
The room is spacious, the music is great and the atmosphere is friendly,
even if you’ve never done this before or if you come with or without
a partner to enjoy the friendly atmosphere and great music.
No reservation necessary
 No reservation necessary, just pay $10 at the door.
Saturdays beginning at 7:30 PM
but subject to change so call: 843-345-921l,
or check the website www.ballroomplus.com
 
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OTHER AREAS of INTEREST
Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts
 Your troop can earn badges by participating in a educational clay outing at Creative Spark clay studio.
The troop will learn about the different types of clay, glazes, and firing.
They will work with slab clay to form fun functional works of art.

 Groups are limited to 15.
Call 881-3780 for more information
Cost: $15 per scout for a 1-½ hours.
Sponsorships and Donations Consider a tax deducible donation to support your community’s art center.  You may choose to underwrite the cost of school performances, invest in capital improvements, or donate to the general fund.  Perhaps you’d like to honor a creative person in your life by making a donation in his or her name. Creative Spark’s commitment to enriching the community with excellent art education and events is dependent on your support.  We are also grateful for volunteers especially for building maintenance, help at performances and special events.
Harris Teeter’s “Together in Education” program will give a percentage of your purchases using their VIC card to Creative Spark if you link your card to our account.  Just tell them our number: 4788.
Gift Certificates are available in any denomination and can be redeemed for lessons or classes to suit the recipient.