NBPD Arts

If you’d like to discover hidden talents, refine old skills,
or learn new modes of self-expression,
then these classes are for you!

2-D Drawing

Web Site Design/Publishing

Painting

Digital Imaging

Graffiti 101

Creative Writing / Poetry

16th Street Theater Apprenticeship

"Lit-art-ture Magazine"

West Side Stories Youth Project

Creative Lettering
and Calligraphy

2-D Drawing
Introductory classes Basic Techniques (Elements of Design, Figure-Drawing, Illustration, Architectural Rendering, Mixed Dry Media (Charcoal, Graphite, Pen and Ink, Collage, Assemblage).


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152737A	Sa	4/12-5/31	12:30-1:30 pm	$75 / $95
Instructor: I. Watkins
Register by: 4/5 Min 5 / Max 15 Age: 5-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Painting
Introductory classes in Brush/Color/Rendering. Beginning - Intermediate level classes: Still-Life, Landscape, Portraiture, Art History, Theory, Abstraction, Elements of Design/Composition.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152714A	Sa	4/12-5/31	11-1 pm	$75 / $85
Instructor: Mona DiFiore
Register by: 4/1 Min 5 / Max 12 Age: All ages
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Graffiti 101
The Fine Art of Graffiti, a Wild-Style of painting from history, can-control. Creative lettering, Characters, fill-ins to major burners to be painted on and off-site. The class is designed for anyone interested in understanding the artistry and historical evolution of Graffiti as a visual art-form of the Hip-Hop movement. This class does not encourage or support any criminal activity: i.e., gang-affiliation/ representation or vandalism.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152723C	W	4/9-5/28	6-7 pm	$65 / $75
Instructor: Victor Herrera
Register by: 4/2 Min 5 / Max 10 Age: 12-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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16th Street Theater Apprenticeship
For those serious about theater-making who are able to commit to an intense schedule, 16th Street Theater is looking for highly motivated apprentices in acting, directing, playwriting, stage management, technical theater and design to participate in rehearsals for its production of the Ascension of Carlotta. Days and times vary, but mostly evenings and weekends. Those interested in learning hands-on theater skills in a professional setting should request an appointment for an interview with 16th Street Theater’s Artistic Director Ann Filmer.
www.16thstreettheater.org

Age: 18-Adult
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West Side Stories Youth Project
Be a part of an exciting teen theater ensemble led by Kimberly Senior (Steppenwolf Theatre, Court Theatre). Students will learn performance and writing skills in a professional, yet nurturing environment. They will create their own original plays based on stories about the community of Berwyn: past, present and future with a final performance held in conjunction with Berwyn’s centennial celebration in June! This is a free program for Berwyn residents. No more than 16 will be chosen for this ensemble. Since space is very limited, we ask that only those serious about the commitment apply.
NOTE: Only 16 teens will be chosen! Pick up an application at NBPD or download and get more info from the 16th Street Theater web site. Date of final performance(s) TBA


Code	Day	Date	Time	Berwyn Residents
142702B	M,F	4/7-6/8	3:45-5:45 pm	Free
Instructor: Kimberly Senior
Register by: 3/17 Min 8 / Max 16 Age: 13-17
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Little Theater
Do you have aspirations of starring on Broadway? Well you can start with the Little Theater program at the North Berwyn Park District. This class will help you build on your confidence and stage presence. Your artistic abilities will be showcased for all to see. Previous plays performed by the group include: Guys & Dolls, The Pirates of Penzance, and Godspell. This years production will be Disney’s Aladdin. No experience is necessary.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
142703A	M,Th	4/7-5/29	5-6 pm	$27 / $37
Instructor: G. Aguirre
Register by: 3/31 Min 5 / Max 10 Age: 7-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Circus Workshop
Have fun and learn! A uniquely educational and recreational program where children will learn the basics of Circus performance and vocabulary including: Juggling, Clowning, Acrobatics, Human Pyramids, Balloon Twisting, and Magic. Note: Circus Class Instructors are bi-lingual educators.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
142736A	W,Th	4/9-5/29	4:30-6 pm	$70 / $90
Instructor: Gabriella Chichizola
Register by: 4/2 Min 4 / Max 12 Age: 8-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Web Site Design and Web Publishing
Some people gravitate to the technical while others are attracted to the creative. We are offering a course that appeals to both and combines creative expression with technology for today’s emerging careers. Web authoring, web design, and blogging – learn to publish pictures and text on the web with the most current software available. No prior experience necessary. Participants will learn the basics of Flash, Dreamweaver and Bloggers software.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
1521738A	W	4/9-5/28	6:30-7:30 pm	$95 / $115
Instructor: Martin Soto
Register by: 4/2 Min 6 / Max 10 Age: 13-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Digital Imaging
Introductory classes in Adobe Photoshop, Scanning, Digital image art and photo manipulation, Brochure, T-shirt, and Poster/Postcard Design and Production.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
1521738B	Th	4/10-5/29	2:30-3:30 pm	$75 / $80
Instructor: J. Carillo
Register by: 4/3 Min 5 / Max 10 Age: 12-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Creative Writing / Performance Poetry
This class will focus on the generation of original poems and prose designed for performance in a spoken-word and theatre format. This course will include writing exercises, theatre games and public speaking techniques, and will culminate in public performance(s) for families as well as the broader Berwyn and Chicagoland communities. NOTE: Participants will be invited to perform as part of the West Side Stories and/or 16th Street Theater/Little Theater performances.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152787A	Sa	4/12-5/31	1-2 pm	$75 / $85
Instructor: Arthur Amaker
Register by: 4/5 Min 5 / Max 12 Age: 12-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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"Lit-art-ture Magazine"
This is a widely encompassing literary magazine using pictures and words to tell stories. The review and its content are fueled by the creativity and the stories of the young and elderly of Berwyn gathered in the West Side Stories Project. Research processes, production and communities are brought together to address and review the growth and evolution as well as the needs of this thriving town and its residents. Reading and seeing each others’ stories in the gallery, online and in the class, a unifying self-awareness and interconnectedness are born, which are transformative and enriching. NOTE: Classes will be bi-lingual English and Spanish


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152787C	M	4/7-5/26	5-6 pm	$75 / $85
Age: 12-Adult
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Hip-Hop Literacy (Rapping and Beyond)
A deviation from the typical literacy program. Hip-Hop literacy will involve Rap, reading, writing, poetry and performance to music and culminate in “battling” the lyrical jousting that has youth all over the world gathering into ciphers and espousing dynamic phrases of verbal creative expression.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
142712A	Tu,Th	4/8-5/29	6:30-7:30 pm	$75 / $85
Instructor: Edwin Edwards
Register by : 4/1 Min 6 / Max 15 Age: 5-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Writing a Play
Ever wanted to write a play? Or want to brush up and advance your playwriting skills? This class is designed for both beginners and those with experience who wish to write for theater and share their work in a supportive, yet challenging environment. Through fun writing exercises, at-home assignments, and in-class readings, you will learn the essentials of good playwriting, including character development, plot structure, dialogue, and dramatic conflict. The class will culminate in readings of your work performed by professional actors! Taught by 16th Street Theater’s playwright-in-residence Will Dunne.
NOTE: Participants will be invited to first rehearsal of Will Dunne’s play the Ascension of Carlotta on Monday March 3 at 7:00 pm.


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152787AB	W	4/9-5/28	6:30-9:30 pm	$105 / $125
Instructor: Kimberly Senior
Register by : 4/2 Min 5 / Max 12 Age: 16-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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Creative Lettering and the Art of Calligraphy
Everyone can improve their penmanship and everyone has a unique style. Find yours through creative exploration and expression in the art of the written word. Participants will be introduced to traditional calligraphic forms, Sumi-e ink painting, and Graffiti forms. Note: Classes will be bi-lingual English and Spanish


Code	Day	Date	Time	R / NR Fee
152787D	M	4/7-5/26	6-7 pm	$75 / $85
Instructor: Martin Soto
Register by : 4/1 Min 4 / Max 10 Age: 7-Adult
Location: Berwyn Cultural Center
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