Group Classes

MMPA offers after school group classes in fall, winter, and spring at our space in West Seattle! Classes range from Drama Club to Ukulele 101 to D&D Campaigns and more.

*If registration is closed, head over to our Summer Camp Class Schedule at the link below, or stay tuned for the next school year session! We will update our website calendar, post to our social media accounts and email newsletters as soon as we release the next season’s schedule!

 

About Our Group Classes

MMPA offers classes all throughout the school year in various arts disciplines, from tap dance to songwriting to Dungeons and Dragons campaigns! Current class offerings & pricing are listed in the calendar below.

MMPA believes strongly that finances should never be a barrier to a child’s experience with the arts, so all classes are offered on a sliding scale. To let us know that you need to opt in to our “pay what you can” program, please indicate the price point that works best for your family in the appropriate section of the class sign up form.

 

Spring Classes

Spring Class Descriptions

 

Ukulele 101

Grades K-3
Mondays 4:00-5:00pm
Teacher: Veronique Littlefield

Come learn ukulele with us! Whether you’ve played before or have never picked one up, our group ukulele class gives students the opportunity to learn an instrument that they can take with them anytime, anywhere.

Basic knowledge of the instrument is introduced while learning to tune, strum, read tablature and read chord charts. Students will leave being able to pick out simple, familiar melodies and play a few 3 or 4 chord songs. On the final day of class, students will have the opportunity to share what they’ve learned with a studio showcase for family and friends!

Theatre 101 - Play Creation

Grades 3-5
Mondays 5:30-6:30pm
Teacher: Claira Eastwood

What does it really take to put on a play? Which way is stage left? How do actors memorize all those lines? Why do we tell them to "break a leg"? 

Learn the answers to these questions and many more in the Intro to Play Creation class. The class will teach students curious about getting involved in the performing arts world, and provide all the basic lingo, etiquette, and techniques they need to get started. Students will learn about the audition process, strategies for studying their script, warm-up exercises for actors and vocalists, and more.

Dungeons & Dragons Campaign

Grades 4-6
Tuesdays 4:00-6:00pm
Dungeon Master: Stellar Bigatel

Take a trip into the Forgotten Realms with this class, an introductory exploration of the world’s greatest roleplaying game: Dungeons & Dragons! Students will exercise their imaginations by creating Player Characters, developing their backstories, and navigating through a world of high fantasy and adventure to complete their mission.

D&D teaches students valuable social and creative skills like teamwork, collaboration, problem solving, and the artistry of character building. Let the adventure begin!

Improv

Grades 6-8
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm
Teacher: Claira Eastwood

Do you like being kept on your toes? Are you a quick thinker looking for a fun challenge? Then this just might the workshop for you! 

Improvisation is an acting technique that is especially spontaneous and creative; there are no lines and no plans! Anything can happen in improv. Join this camp to learn more about how to think outside the box, step out of your comfort zone, and have a ton of fun doing it!

Rhythm Circle

Grades 2-5
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm
Teacher: John Anderson

Come jam with us! Students will have the opportunity to play and learn about a variety of hand drums, shakers, and other percussion instruments. Students will also learn about the names, origins, and varied techniques used to play each instrument. Our instructor will introduce concepts like improvisation, creative collaboration, and exercises to strengthen the students' sense of rhythm. On the final day of class, parents will be invited to join the drum circle so the kids can show off their new percussion skills!

*This class includes a $10 materials fee to cover the maintenance of percussion instruments.

Songwriting Workshop

Grades 6-12
Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Teacher: Jared Mitchell

Mode wants to hear your songs! In this weekly workshop, we will encourage students to explore self-expression through music and help them develop the skills they need to write lyrics, melody, and chord progressions.

Working both solo and as a group, our instructor will create short and long term songwriting goals for each student while building a lasting skill and gaining confidence to go home and write your own. Popular songs will be broken down as examples and used to create original compositions you can bring home to show the whole family.

Each student is encouraged to bring their own songwriting instrument to class if they like. Students will have the opportunity to perform their original songs for friends and family on the final day of class.

Theatre 101 - Drama Adventures

Grades K-2
Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm
Teacher: Claira Eastwood

This class is for students who are interested in learning more about the magic of theatre. Together, we will discover what goes on behind the scenes of a stage production, hone our skills as performers, and collaborate on an end-of-season showcase to share what we've learned with friends and family!

Students will have the opportunity to break down scenes and songs from beloved plays and musicals, craft props and set pieces, and work together to write their own original pieces to perform.

Musical Theatre Revue

Grades 2-5
Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm
Teacher: Kelley Yarnell

It’s showtime! Whether you’re already a Broadway superfan or you’re just stepping into the wonderful world of musical theatre, join this camp if you can hear the stage calling your name. 

Students will learn about the audition process, tips and tricks for memorizing lines and music, and rehearse musical numbers that will be performed for families at the end of the week.

Theatre Dance & Movement

Grades K-2
Fridays 4:00-5:00pm
Teacher: Sophia Hume

Grades 3-5
Fridays 5:30-6:30pm
Teacher: Sophia Hume

In this class, students will engage in a variety of compositional games and exercises that will encourage creativity and expression. The quarter-long curriculum will move through scaffolded, developing themes that will lead students to work together and independently to investigate the world around them with movement, music, and play.

 
The fact that all the students were able to be involved with each and every aspect of creating this art was so special and awesome. It offered a real ‘something for everyone’ approach so that even the shy folks had a place for their input and creativity. Thank you so much, Mode Music, for such a special experience!”
— MMPA Parent